Note:

District email address has changed!

Please begin sending all emails to carrieboyer@unyumc.org The adirondackdistrict@unyumc.org is no longer being used.

And a reminder that Carrie is now working remotely

The District Office is no longer located in the Newtonville UMC in Latham. Carrie Boyer, the administrative assistant, is now working from her home office. The phone and email are (518) 608-1246 and carrieboyer@unyumc.org

Our mailing address remains the same: PO Box 511, Newtonville, NY 12128 until further notice.

Our District Superintendent, the Rev. Debbie Earthrowl can still be reached at her current phone and email (518) 391-3215 and debbieearthrowl@unyumc.org

(New) Stewardship with Susan Ranous

The Rev. Susan Ranous, Director of Christian Stweardship for UNY Conference shares the latest entry on her blog, "Be Creative." She shares several ideas on how churches can address the challenges of stewardship in the local church.

Go to the blog: Click here.

There is a link that allows you to receive her blog entries via email.

New Resources for Lent

Ash Wednesday is right around the corner (Feb. 14). During Lent, Christians prepare to celebrate the miracle of Easter through prayer, fasting and other spiritual disciplines. Abingdon Press and The Upper Room have new Lenten studies and resources available.

To read more, click here.

Save the dates

for 2024 District Days

In the new year, Bishop Héctor A. Burgos Núñez will be visiting local churches in all 12 districts from February to April. District Days are a way for the bishop to meet with laity and clergy across Upper New York. Clergy meetings are scheduled for each visit from 1 to 3 PM and another meeting will be held for laity (and clergy who couldn't attend earlier gathering) from 7 to 8:30 PM. All United Methodists of Upper New York are invited and encouraged to attend a gathering closest to you. 

Bishop Hector will visit Shenendehowa UMC in the Albany District on Tuesday, April 9. The church is located at 971 Route 146 in Clifton Park.

He will visit the Community United Methodist Church of Chestertown in the Adirondack District on Wednesday, April 10. The church is located at 11 Church St., Chestertown.

To view the entire schedule, click here.

Please begin entering important church statistical data now. Deadline is earlier this year:

Feb. 15

Just a reminder pastors and church leaders can start entering information in the statistical tables in ACStats. Information must be submitted by end of day on Feb. 15.    



Login usernames and passwords will need to be recreated and information created last year will not be entered into the 2023 statistical tables. Pastors: Please note that you cannot use the same email address twice for two different churches and/or users. This can be solved by adding additional digits, like your GCFA number, at the end of your email address for the second church. 

To learn more, click here.

ACStats help and user guide. Click here

Local Churches will need to create all new Usernames and Passwords upon initial entry into the platform.

Pastors who serve more than one church: Please remember that you cannot use the same email address twice for 2 different churches/Users. It's advisable to use the church's email address if you have one, or if not, this can be solved by adding additional digits at the end of your email address for the 2nd church like your GCFA #

Ex: Email Address/Username: AwesomeGod@gmail.com541236   

2024 - Endings and Beginnings - Part 13

It was a day characterized by overcast skies, but as the sun set, I was treated to this vision. Even on days that seem to have little to offer, when we look with the eyes of faith we will discover a blessing. Sometimes that blessing may simply be the promise that better days are coming.

Jesus came proclaiming that the promises of the prophets are at hand. There may be war and rumors of war today but the fulfillment of God’s promises are coming. God is offering forgiveness and the opportunity for a fresh start for all who will turn away from sin and toward God. Even now as we await the final fulfillment of God’s promises, God is reaching out to us through the Holy Spirit offering healing, comfort, hope, and yes even joy. We can rejoice in the knowledge that God can indeed enable everything, even life’s tragedies to somehow work together for good.

Today’s photo was taken at Crossings of Colonie Park in the Capital District of New York State on January 12, 2024.

Shalom,

David E. Smith, Pastor

Mayfield & Northampton at Fish House United Methodist Churches

Phone or Text: 518-572-4051

Email: revdavid76@gmail.com

You can find this and other devotions in my blog at www.adirondacksights.wordpress.com. You can also find more of my pictures on my web site www.revdavidimages.com. 

EVENTS and ANNOUNCEMENTS

(New) Living Waters of the Adirondack and Green Mountains Emmaus, Annual Meeting, Saturday, Jan. 27, Bacon Hill Reformed Church, Schuylerville

Please join us on Saturday, Jan. 27 at the Bacon Hill Reformed Church

560 Route 32N, Schuylerville. We will be gathering and greeting everyone at 10 AM to sing some of our favorite music. Business meeting & board elections will follow @ 11 AM. We will finish with a potluck lunch around Noon. In case of inclement weather, we will postpone this event.

Please check our Facebook page -- Living Waters Emmaus and Chrysalis (NY/VT) or our website – Living Waters Emmaus/Chrysalis Community - Victory Mills New York

(New) Subs for Super Bowl, order by Feb . 8, pickup Feb. 11, Peru Community Church

Full size subs for $12: Your choice of Ham, Turkey, Mixed Italian or Egg Salad. Cheese, dressings and vegetables also available. Chips included. Cash only. Pre-Order by Feb. 8 by calling (518) 643-2261, (518) 324-6084 or (518) 578-5317. Please be sure to leave your name and number in case we have questions. No phone orders can be taken after Feb. 8.

Pick-up between 2 PM and 5 PM at the Peru Community Church Fellowship Center, 13 Elm St., Peru. 

Calling All Artists! Community Art Show, Saturday, March 9, First UMC of East Greenbush

Calling all artists for our Second Annual Community-wide Art Show in the Nature of Art. We are looking to show your art in the following mediums: photography, paintings, watercolors, sculptures, ceramics, quilting (24" x 36"), fabric arts and youth music artist. Our community art show is Saturday, March 9 from 2 to 4 PM. Artists must complete an art agreement. Adult placement $10; children free. Art is due by Feb. 28. Art may be sold if adult artist is present during the show. Please email Amber @ youthleaderamber@gmail.com for the application form and if you have any questions. The church is located at 1 Gilligan Rd., East Greenbush.

Concert: Al and Kathy Bain, Saturday, March 16, Raceville UMC

Raceville UMC in the Adirondack District will host Al and Kathy Bain in concert at 2 PM Saturday, March 16. Their music is a mix of country, bluuegrass and gospel.There is a suggested $10 donation at the door. Refreshments will be provided after the concert. The church is located at 477 Butler Rd., Hampton. Visit their Facebook page: click here.

Ongoing

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. Please consider posting this flyer in your church: Click here

'Connect', 6:30 PM Fridays

Connect is a small group through the United Methodist Church, made up of young adults (18 to 35) who gather every Friday at 41 E Main St, Cambridge, NY 12816 at 6:30 pm 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.

You can contact Gracie Lynn Evergreen with questions, glb12592@gmail.com or (518) 932-3925. Visit our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/connectgamenights/