Mohawk District E-newsletter for Churches and Pastors
May 25, 2022
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When you're weary, feelin' small
When tears are in your eyes, I'll dry them all
I'm on your side, when times get rough
And friends just can't be found
Like a bridge over troubles water, I will lay me down.
-Paul Simon
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Share Condolences with Grieving Families in Buffalo, NY
Lincoln Memorial UMC has three families that are directly affected by the tragic killings in Buffalo May 14th: a youth's teacher was killed, a member's uncle, and a member's neighbor. Many others in the congregation knew others who were murdered. Any cards received are read to the congregation.
Contact info. for Lincoln Memorial UMC:
Deacon Vivian Ruth Waltz:
Church Mailing Address:
641 Masten Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14209
Here are links to black-owned businesses and restaurants for people to support shared by Niagara Frontier District:
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Week of May 29
Christ Church (UM)
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Rev. Bob Kolvik-Campbell
Pratts Hollow UMC
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Bob Taylor
the 2021-22 Prayer Calendar
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NEW - Prayers for the Family of Pastor Robert Lindsay |
Continue to pray for the family of Pastor Robert (Bob) Lindsay, 89, who died May 17, 2022. Pastor Lindsay served several appointments in Mohawk District, including Folts Home Chaplain, Utica: Asbury UMC and West Schuyler UMC. He also served Lassellsville UMC and Middleville and Newport UMCs in retirement. The funeral was May 23, 2022. Condolences may be sent to Pastor Lindsay's daughter, Sharon Van Hatten, 396 Windfall Rd., Utica, NY 13502. Click here to read the obituary.
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NEW - Rev. William Whitefield Jr.
Please keep family and friends of the Rev. William Whitefield Jr. in your prayers. Rev. Whitefield, 88, died April 5, 2022. He served several Upper New York churches, including Cuyler UMC, Wolcott: Faith UMC, South Otselic UMC, and others in the former North Central New York Conference. He also served as Chaplain at Georgetown Correctional Facility until his retirement in 1996. Funeral services were April 22 in Roanoke, VA. Condolences may be sent to Rev. Whitefield’s son, Steven Whitefield at 1201 East West HWY #441, Silver Spring, MD 20910. Click here to read Rev. Whitefield’s full obituary.
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Update: Rev. Vonda J. Fossitt
Please keep family and friends of the Rev. Vonda J. Fossitt in your prayers. Rev. Fossitt, 56, died May 11, 2022. Rev. Fossitt was Genesee Valley Superintendent and previously served several Upper New York churches, including: Binghamton: High Street UMC, Brookvale UMC, Albion UMC and Rochester: Wesley UMC.
A Celebration of Life and Resurrection is May 26, at New Light UMC, 2009 Dewey Ave., Rochester, NY, with visitation at 11 a.m. and the service at Noon. Please wear a mask. The service also will be livestreamed. Clergy are invited to robe with white stoles and process together. Click here to read the obituary. Condolences may be sent to Rev. Fossitt's mother:
Laverne Ampadu
110 Mona Dr.
Amherst, NY 14226
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Family Life Weekend is July 15 – 17
The Family Life Weekend Planning Committee is pleased to announce the 2022 session theme: “Faith Over Fear,” led by Gretchen Kinnell. Gretchen will guide us as we consider how we activate our faith so that it becomes a safe haven to protect us from the ravages of fear, provides a foundation on which to stand as we face fear and creates a springboard for action to overcome fear.
We anticipate programming for all ages – nursery through adults. We’ll enjoy swimming, boating, softball, family square dancing, archery, rocking chairs on the porch, the ring game, campfires and so much more. Making new friends and renewing old friendships will be a highlight of our time together.
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Peace with Justice Sunday: June 12
Peace with Justice is a faithful expression of shalom in the Bible. It calls the church to strengthen its capacity to advocate publicly in communities and nations throughout the world. It aims to make shalom visible and active in people's lives and communities by setting people free from bondage. We will celebrate Peace with Justice as witnesses to God's demand for a faithful, just, disarmed and secure world. Generally, Peace with Justice Sunday is celebrated on the second Sunday after Pentecost and a special offering is collected. The offering is administered by the General Board of Church and Society and benefits peace with justice ministries in the Annual Conferences and around the world. Click here for Peace with Justice Sunday resources.
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Cancelled: Regional Laity Gatherings with Bishop in June 2022
Due to concerns surrounding COVID-19, the Laity Gatherings with Bishop Mark J. Webb, Upper New York Area Resident Bishop, are cancelled at this time. As of May 24th, COVID-19 Community Levels are as follows:
Chenango: High
Fulton: High
Hamilton: Medium
Herkimer: High
Lewis: High
Madison: Medium
Oneida: High
Onondaga (Liverpool UMC's county): High
Otsego: High
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/covid-by-county.html
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UPDATE: Read an update on activities of the United Methodist Church in the Central Conference of Central and Southern Europe with and for refugees from Ukraine as of May 13, 2022. Click here.
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The following Lay Servant Courses are available virtually with Adirondack District and open to all. Register with Arlene Schmidt, arlenedschmidt@gmail.com. Click here to see the course brochure.
Advanced Course: Polity, 6-9 p.m., Wed., July 6, 13, 20 & 27, via Zoom. Course Fee $15. Facilitator: Jacqueline Kim.
Basic Lay Servant Course, 6-9 p.m., Mon. & Thurs., Jul. 18, 21, 25, 28 & Aug. 1. Zoom. Course Fee $15. Facilitator: Jacqueline Kim.
Advanced Course: Leading Worship, 6-9 p.m., Mon., August 8, 15, 22 & 29. Zoom. Course Fee $15. Facilitator: Bruce Hazard.
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Grant Applications Due June 15th |
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Reminder: United Women in Faith Grant Deadline is June 15. These grants are open to non-profit community and faith-based organizations that follow the teaching of Jesus Christ and address the needs of women, children and youth within the Upper New York Conference. Click here for an application.
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Training for Local Church Trustees and
Local Church Staff Pastor Parish Relations Committee
Have you recently onboarded new members of Trustees or SPRC at your local church? Or perhaps newer members who were added the last two years haven’t had a chance to get to trainings to learn about their roles because of the Pandemic?
Online trainings and resources for local church trustees and Staff-Parish Relations Committees (SPRC) were recently developed for churches in the Southern Tier Region and are now posted on the UNY Conference website for everyone to utilize.
Consider scheduling a training for your trustees and SPRC at your local church and view these videos.
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"David" at Sight and Sound, Lancaster, PA
A bus trip to see the production of "David" at the Sight and Sound Theatre in Lancaster, PA, is July 15 and 16, departing from Clinton and Dolgeville. The trip is sponsored by Dolgeville United Methodist Church and is open to the public. Cost includes: Bus, hotel, dinner and the show. Single hotel room price is $360/pp. Two people sharing a room, $270 each; three people sharing a room, $240 each; and four people sharing a room, $225 each. Money is due in by June 1. For more information or to sign up, call Chris Casler at 315-823-0632.
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Guidelines for Visiting Mohawk District Office In Person
The office is generally open Tuesdays/Wednesdays/Thursdays. Ensure we will be ready and waiting to assist you by making an appointment 315-797-1777, mohawkdistrict@unyumc.org, before just dropping in. The office entrance is located on the back, right corner of the First UMC of New Hartford building. There is a brown hand rail leading up to the doorway.
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If you aren't feeling well we ask that you visit the office another day.
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Because Oneida County is in a community level of "high" for COVID-19 as defined by the CDC, everyone is asked to wear a mask that completely covers your nose and mouth when visiting the District Office.
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Ongoing: All unvaccinated people, please wear a mask that completely covers your nose and mouth during your visit. Vaccinated people have the option of wearing a mask or not.
- Show your COVID-19 vaccination card.
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We will follow CDC guidelines. They can be found here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/quarantine-isolation.html
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Mohawk District Office
105 Genesee Street
New Hartford, NY 13413
315-797-1777
Regular Hours: Tues., Wed., Thurs., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
(Please review Guidelines above prior to your in person visit)
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