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Adirondack District
Local Church and District News/Events
and "Classifieds"
Feb. 5, 2020
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'Be calm. Don't carry two days' burden on the one day.'
-- Unknown
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Send us your news!
Call Carrie with questions, 518-480-4866.
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Please keep family and friends of the Rev. William Cotant in your prayers.
Rev. Cotant, 77, passed away peacefully at his home in Boynton Beach, FL on Monday, January 27. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Pamela, of Boynton Beach, FL, two children and five grandchildren.
Bill was an ordained United Methodist (UMC) Pastor serving for 39 years in churches in Nebraska, Vermont and New York. He was known as a visionary leader and held many positions within Troy Conference of the UMC, including Delmar, East Greenbush and others during his ministry.
A celebration of Life is scheduled for Feb. 6 at 11 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Boynton Beach, Florida. Condolences can be sent to Rev. Cotant's wife, Pamela, at 1005 Southwest 5
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Court, Boynton, FL 33426. Click here to read Rev. Cotant's full obituary.
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Continued prayers for Retired Local Pastor Roger Waldron and his wife Pastor Debby Waldron (Emmanuel UMC in Bolton Landing).
Roger is doing well and is continuing to recover as he grows stronger each day. Roger and Debby send a heartfelt thanks to all who have held him in prayer, and for the cards he has received. Continued prayers are appreciated. Cards of care and concern can be sent to their home address, 1264 West Mt. Rd., Queensbury, NY 12804.
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If you'd like prayer for yourself or others, or you'd like to share a joy, please be in touch with Carrie (518) 480-4866 or
[email protected] Please know that we will need to contact folks to be sure they feel comfortable with us publishing their information.
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'Ezra' site will be closed on Feb. 16
Dear Pastors and church leaders:
As you probably know, the Ezra site (www.ezra.gcfa.org) is open for entry of 2019 local church statistical data.
The deadline for entry is
Saturday, Feb. 15.
The site will be CLOSED on Feb. 16.
We highly recommend that you get started on your statistics as soon as possible, as there is no flexibility with the deadline, and this also allows time for you to get assistance from the District or Conference offices if needed.
Thank you to the 16 churches who have completed their stats, and to the 25 additional churches who have begun the process.
If you have questions, or you need to have your password re-set, please contact Carrie in the District Office (518-480-4866 or [email protected])
For a Power Point program that walks you through the Ezra process click here
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Registration open for District Day!
We are hosting another District Day, "Informed to Transform," on
Saturday, March 7 at the Saratoga Springs UMC, 175 Fifth Ave., Saratoga Springs (12866).
The day will open with registration from 8 AM to 8:45 AM, followed by worship, and then three rounds of workshops, each lasting 75 minutes. Lunch is included in the registration fee of $10.
We have many new workshops this year, including Christian Ed, Prayer Beads, Social Media, Relationships that Bring Life, Stewardship, Trustees, Skye Farm Camp ministries and more.
Deadline to register is Feb. 29, but please register as early as possible, as it helps immensely with our planning. Childcare will be provided if there is enough interest. The deadline to sign up for childcare is Feb. 15.
If you have questions, or if you'd like flyers to distribute at your church, please be in touch with Carrie at the District Office, (518) 480-4866 or [email protected]
(New) Dear Office Managers and Pastors:
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Are you offering Disciple 1 Bible Study?
If you are planning to offer Disciple 1 Bible Study (the full course, not the Fast Track), please contact Carrie in the District Office (518) 480-4866 or
[email protected]
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Standard Safe Sanctuaries training and
Elder Abuse Safe Sanctuaries to be held
The three-hour standard Safe Sanctuaries training will be held on Saturday, March 21 at the Queensbury UMC, 460 Aviation Rd, Queensbury, (12804). A two-hour Elder Abuse Safe Sanctuaries will also be offered that day.
Both trainings will follow the curriculum developed by the Upper New York Annual Conference Safe Sanctuaries Team, educating those involved in ministries who work with children and vulnerable adults on risks and prevention strategies related to abuse. The trainings will be facilitated by Ruth Persons and Stephanie Schrom.
The Standard Safe Sanctuaries training is from 9 AM to Noon,
and is required for all adults who have regular and direct contact with children, youth and vulnerable adults. It is also a mandatory class for clergy. Please arrive by 8:45 AM to register.
Elder Abuse training is from 12:45 PM to 2:45
PM, and focuses on the elderly. It is not a required class. Please arrive by 12:30 PM to register.
If you are attending both sessions, please bring your own lunch.
If you have questions, call her at (518) 480-4866.
Let her know if you will be attending one or both of these trainings. She will send you the link to the handout for the standard Safe Sanctuaries Training.
There are two training opportunities for Training of Trainers, coming up in March: March 7 at the Webster UMC, Genesee Valley District click here and March 15 at the Horseheads UMC click here in Mountain View District. There is a basic, 3-hour course in the morning and the 3-hour Training of Trainers in the afternoon.
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Meet the Upper NY Delegates to General Conference
The Upper New York (UNY) delegates, who are headed to General Conference from May 5-15 are welcoming small groups and individuals to come and speak with them on Saturday, March 14 at the UNY Conference Office in Liverpool, NY.
This is intended to be a day of listening for the UNY General Conference delegates. It's not a Question and Answer session; it's an opportunity for you to share your insights and concerns.
Individuals and small groups will be assigned to a 15-20 minute time slot.
If you would like to visit with the UNY 2020 General Conference Delegation, email Carmen Vianese, the head of the delegation, at [email protected] by March 7 and she will respond with your time slot.
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February Media Center newsletter available
Click here to read the February newsletter. Included in this month's issue is information on two six-session DVD courses, "Entering the Passion of Jesus," by Dr. Amy-Jill Levine and "Simon Peter," by Adam Hamilton.
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Please share with your youth!
Register now for OUTWARD!
OUTWARD! will be held Friday-Sunday, March 13-15 at the Holiday Inn in Liverpool.
OUTWARD!, as the names suggests,
is a retreat that focuses on an outward expression of God's love. Youth groups will have an opportunity to get a taste for mission work by going on short excursions away from the hotel in which this event is hosted. During this event, youth groups will have more opportunities to do things together, and work toward creating a God-like community around them.
The cost of the event:
$70 per person (youth or adult), which covers the registration and includes a YSF T-Shirt. This cost does not include meals. There are many options available locally. Hotel Rooms are $115 per room per night (up to five people per room). There is a $10 cost for a rollaway for the weekend. The number of rollaways is limited, so it is first come-first served.
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Share your news!
How is your church reaching out? Please send us information and photos if you have them. We love to share Good News! Send Carrie an email:
[email protected]
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Baldwin piano offered
Rev. Clayton and Alice Burgess have a Baldwin Piano, one owner, in excellent condition, that they would give to any pastor or church in need of one. Call (518) 409-4291 in
South Glen Falls.
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Copier/printer to a good home
The North Granville UMC has a Sharp AL-1631 copier/printer that needs a good home. Works fine. Contact Sharyl Backus (518) 514-8557.
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(Urgent!)
Seeking Administrative Assistant for
The First United Methodist Church of Warrensburg
Hours: 4 hours a day for two days a week. Currently 9-1 Tuesday and Thursday but could be adjusted if needed. More hours at least once a month.
Wage: $11.80/hour.
Duties: Two bulletins/week. Newsletter once a month. Full job description available.
Skills Needed: Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel mail merge a plus. Training can be arranged. Please contact Pastor Steve @
[email protected] or (518) 260-0876 if interested.
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Room Dividers Needed
A New Faith Communities ministry is looking for room dividers. If you have any that you can donate, please be in touch with Gracie Lynn Besse. She can pick them up:
[email protected]
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Local Church & Community Events
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Chicken and Biscuit Dinner, 4 PM to 6:30 PM Wednesday, Feb. 5 at the Wells UMC. The menu consists of chicken in gravy on fabulous biscuits from Bev Peters, mashed potatoes, green beans and carrots, beverage, and desserts. Cost is by donation. Take-outs and gluten-free options are available. The Church is located near the center of Wells, NY, on Route 30. For questions or more information, call Alice at (518) 924-2220
Seminar on Elder Care, after coffee hour,
beginning at 11:45 AM on Sunday, Feb. 9 at the South Glens Falls UMC, 15 Maplewood Parkway, South Glens Falls (12803). The Stephen Ministers are hosting this event. Don't let the name fool you. If you have children, there will be topics of interest for you. Our guest speaker will be Elisabeth Mahoney, Esq., partner in the law firm, Bartlett Pontiff Stewart & Rhodes. Topics include wills, power of attorney, health care directives, living wills and various avenues available to preserve your assets. This event is open to the public, so invite a friend to come with you. To view or download flyer,
click here
Game Night, 5 PM to 7:30 PM Saturday, Feb. 15 at the Simpson UMC, 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls (.4 miles south of Rte. 29). All in the community are welcome to attend. Bring your favorite game and a dish to pass, or just bring a dish to pass and join in the fun and fellowship. Any questions call Kevin at (518) 309-3306.
(New) Pork Roast Dinner, 4:30 PM to 6 PM Saturday, Feb. 22 at the South Glens Falls UMC, 15 Maplewood Parkway, South Glens Falls (12803). Menu: Pork roast and potatoes, veggie, soup and homemade desserts. Adults: $10; Children ages 5-12: $5; under 5, no charge. Takeout and delivery available. Call (518) 793-1152. To view or download the flyer,
click here.
(New) "Taste of Italy" Leap Year Dinner, 4:30 PM to 6 PM Saturday, Feb. 29 at the
Queensbury United Methodist, 460 Aviation Road, Queensbury (12804). Italian dinner featuring spaghetti and meatballs, tossed salad, garlic bread, beverage and dessert. Adults: $10; Children 10 and younger: $6. No reservations needed. Takeout meals will also be available. Questions? (518) 793-9728 or [email protected]
(New) Winter Rummage Sale and Bake Sale, 8 AM to 3 PM Saturday, March 7 at the Ballston Spa UMC, 101 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa (12020)
in the Fellowship Room. Items available include linens, housewares, games, puzzles, books, sporting goods, collectibles, etc. There will be baked goods for sale. We will be offering complimentary coffee and tea as well as offering hot dogs, chips, sodas and water to purchase. Please join us to find your new treasures!
Albany District's 2nd Annual Celebration of Lay Servant Ministries luncheon, 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM Saturday, March 28, Faith UMC, 811 North Brandywine Ave., Schenectady (12308). Cost: $7. Registration attached
here; due by March 13. Rev. Ray Stees will speak on "Building Collaboration." We'll eat, we'll worship, we'll celebrate Communion, and we'll remember Christ who joins us in union. All are invited. Bring a friend - not one- but some!
ONGOING:
Items needed for Open Door/Code Blue in Glens Falls:
All sizes for both men and women: pants; boots; underwear; long-sleeve shirts. Also: decaf coffee; decaf tea and foam coffee cups. Call Nellie Hintz (518) 636-9036 - she is willing to arrange pick-up at local churches within 20-mile distance from Exit 17.
Caring Crafters meet at 10 AM Fridays
at the Fortsville UMC, 402 Fortsville Rd., Gansevoort (12831). Bring knitting, crochet, quilting or any other craft you enjoy. The specialty is fellowship and laughter. From beginners to experts. Some to learn, some to teach. Just come and enjoy.
Bottle and Can Drive, Porter Corners UMC, 512 Allen Rd., Porter Corners (12859). You can leave your bags or boxes at the back door of the church, or if you have a large quantity, pickup is available. Call Jane Decouteau (518) 893-2289 or Carrie Howe (518) 893-6214.
Please consider posting this flyer in your church: Click here
'Connect' Game and Movie Nights, 6:30 PM Fridays at the Cambridge parsonage (41 E. Main St., Cambridge 12816). Do you know someone
between the ages of 18 and 35? Please invite them to our Friday night gathering.
Connect is a small group through the United Methodist Church, made up of young adults who gather every Friday to play board games, watch movies and talk about important issues and topics. These topics range from financial planning and resume writing to the differences between hemp and marijuana. Please help spread the word! You can contact Gracie Lynn Besse with questions,
[email protected] or (518) 932-3925. Visit our Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/connectgamenights/
Men's Breakfast, 7:30 AM
Thursdays at the Miss Port Henry Diner, sponsored by the Moriah United Methodist Church. All are welcome!
Prayer Service, Noon Wednesdays - a half hour of peace and prayer, First UMC of Ticonderoga, 1045 Wicker St., Ticonderoga (12883). For more information, call the church office (518) 585-7995.
Plattsburgh United Methodist Men's Group Welcomes You to Breakfast On the 2nd Tuesday of each month. The group meets at Perkins Restaurant on Cornelia Street (right off exit 38 of I-87) for breakfast, prayer, conversation, and community building. The group would like to extend an invitation to the men of the northern end of the Adirondack District to join us. Please contact Rev. Phil Richards either by phone (518) 563-2992 or email
[email protected] to let us know if you are attending. We need to give the restaurant advanced notice on numbers.
Queensbury United Methodist Church, 460 Aviation Rd., Queensbury 12804.
-- Knitters and/or crocheters are invited to its weekly prayer shawl circle
from 3 PM to 4 PM most Tuesdays through next Spring in the parlor. The group crafts shawls that are given out to people during times of need. Please contact the church office at (518) 793-9728 for further details.
Christ Church United Methodist, 54 Bay St., Glens Falls 12801:
-- Busy Needles, meet at
2 PM every Tuesday. Bring your knitting, crocheting or other needle craft project for a time of inspiration and fun. For more information contact Sally Carey at (518) 225-2218.
First UMC of Lake George, 78 Montcalm St. "Hidden Treasures By the Lake" ministry. A thrift store specializing in gently-used clothing. Children's clothing $1; adults, $2. (also accepting purses, blankets, sheets, drapes, linens,stuffed animals). Donation box in the back of the church. Volunteers welcome.
Hours: 2 to 6 PM Fridays and 8 AM to Noon on Saturdays. There is now a "Book Box" on the lawn. Please donate books appropriate for all ages. If donations need to be picked up, call Kateria at (518) 636-9279.
Send us your events:
[email protected]
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Lay Servant Classes - Updated!
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Adirondack District Lay Servant Classes
The Adirondack Lay Servant Ministries Team is scheduling classes for 2020. The schedule of classes are those needed for Certified Lay Servant, Certified Lay Speaker or classes that laity might be interested in with no certification. Class size is a minimum of 5 ----maximum of 12. Classes may be cancelled if the minimum is not met. All texts must be purchased by the participant except the Basic class prior to the start of class so course work can be started when the syllabus is sent.
Please be mindful when you register for a class that you will be able to attend, please let us know one week before the class if you cannot attend, so that those on a waiting list can be notified and spots can be filled. Registration forms and fees must be received prior to class in order to secure your space in the class.
Basic Course
March 13: 5:30 PM to 9 PM and March 14: 9 AM to 5 PM
Plattsburgh UMC, 127 Beekman St., Plattsburgh 12901
Advanced Course: Living our United Methodist Beliefs
March 13: 5:30 PM to 9 PM and March 14: 9 AM to 5 PM
Plattsburgh UMC, 127 Beekman St., Plattsburgh 12901
March 13: 5:30 PM to 9 PM and March 14: 9 AM to 5 PM
Plattsburgh UMC, 127 Beekman St., Plattsburgh 12901
Advanced Course: Spiritual Gifts
March 21 and 28:
9 AM to 4:30 PM
Hudson Falls UMC, 227 Main St., Hudson Falls (12839)
Basic Course
April 4: 9 AM to 4 PM
April 25: 9 AM to 4 PM
Argyle UMC, 12 Sheridan St., Argyle 12809
Advanced Course: Lay Speakers Tell Stories: Dancing with Words
Monday, April 6: 6 PM to 9 PM
Tuesdays, April 14, 21, 28: 6 PM to 9 PM
Tuesday, May 5: 6 PM to 9 PM
Malta Ridge UMC, 729 Malta Ave. Ext., Ballston Spa 12020
Advanced Course: Preaching: From Your Heart to Theirs
May 14: 6 PM to 9 PM; May 20: 6 PM to 9 PM; May 23: 9 AM to 4 PM
Saratoga UMC, 175 Fifth Ave., Saratoga Springs (12866)
To register, contact Arlene Schmidt at [email protected]
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Albany District Lay Servant Classes
Advanced Course: Called to Preach
Saturdays, March 7 and March 21 from 9:30 AM to 3 PM
Newtonville UMC, 568 Loudon Rd., Latham (12110)
To register, contact Glenn Harrison at
[email protected]
Advanced Course: Devotional Life in the Wesleyan Tradition
Saturdays, April 25 and May 2 from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Living Hope UMC, 126 Middletown Rd, Waterford (12188).
For more information about Lay Servant Ministries,
click here
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Adirondack District
of the Upper New York Conference
Rev. Deborah (Debbie) Earthrowl
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Rev. Debbie Earthrowl |
District Superintendent
Gracie Lynn Besse
Adirondack District Lay Leader
Carrie Boyer
Minister of Administration
Our office is located in the South Glens Falls UMC
15 Maplewood Parkway, South Glens Falls (12803)
Mailing Address:
PO Box 590, Glens Falls, NY 12801
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