E-News from the Valley! May 24, 2022
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This newsletter is sent out twice a month. Next issue is June 7th.
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This is sent on Tuesday - Items you would like to see in the E-News should be submitted to the district office by the Friday before.
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Genesee Valley District Office Open By Appointment
Office is open: Mon.-Thurs.
To set up a time to visit you may call the office at 585-340-9525
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When mailing items to the office PLEASE use the information listed below.
Genesee Valley District Office
PO Box 23206
Rochester, NY 14692
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NEW! Thoughts from our Interim District Superintendent:
Easter 2022
the sun’s arising and day lights come
we are beginning again
the darkness passes and night time fades
beauty helps us to mend
sadness passes away laughter lights a new day
life’s abundant death’s overcome
joy brings us all to be friends
faith is the basis of hope in life
we are beginning to find
suffering happens yet joy abides
when we are all of one mind
hard times cause us some pain
we strive and then there is gain
life’s abundant death’s overcome
when we all reach out to be kind
spring breaks forth and flowers bloom
we are all in awe of new life
babies are born and old folks die
sometimes in joy there is strife
winter passes away life rises in every new day
life’s abundant death’s overcome
today begins our new life
Blessings,
Ted Anderson
Interim District Superintendent
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Mark your Calendars
Save the Dates!!
Wednesday, May 25, 2022
Right Start Workshop - Option #2
(For Full Time Clergy moving to new appointment, retirement
or extension Ministry)
UNY Conference Center
10:00am - 12:00pm
The Lakes Region Spring Gathering for Clergy
Wed June 8th at Camp Asbury
Thurs June 9th at Camp Casowasco
10:00am - 3:00pm
rsvp to your district office by May 27th
NEW DATE! Fall Pastors Meeting
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
11:00am - 2:00pm
Lunch will be provided
Henrietta: Faith UMC
Saturday, October 29th; November 5th; & November 12, 2022
Small Group Church Conferences
More info to come
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NEW! United Methodist Church of Livonia announces two positions starting in mid-August 2022 - Accompanist and Choir Director
UMCL is located at 21 Summers Street in Livonia, NY. Our church has a very active congregation and a strong tradition of supporting and encouraging our church musicians. Currently we offer one service on Sunday at 9:00 am. Both our organist/piano accompanist and our choir director are retiring this year after very long careers in our church. In addition to these two positions, we also have a praise band that is led by one of our church musicians.
Our organ is a two-manual and pedal instrument built in 1902 by the
M.P. Moller Organ Company (opus 420) and restored by Parson’s Company
in 2004 and moved to our new church at that time. This was a significant restoration and we are told that the organ is truly a treasure and of
significant historical value.
Our choir numbers between 15 - 20 members with a majority who have been singing together for many years. We have an extensive music library and a budget for purchasing new music.
The accompanying postings detail our requirements and expectations.
We are hoping to fill these position by mid-August 2022.
If interested, please send your resume to:
United Methodist Church of Livonia
Attn: John Williams
21 Summers Street
Livonia, NY 14487
For more detailed information: Please call John Williams at: (585)355-9973
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NEW! Penfield United Methodist Church is searching for an Organist/Chancel Choir Director/Bell Choir Director.
We have a beautiful Parsons organ in our sanctuary.
We are in need of an Organist/Chancel Choir Director and
possibly a Bell Choir Director, as well.
We have a wonderful, friendly, and appreciative congregation
that is looking for a musically talented person to play every
Sunday at our 9:00 AM worship service.
We would like the organist to also be the Chancel Choir Director
for a dedicated choir of approximately 15 voices who sing introits, anthems and benedictions each Sunday, September through June with choir practice from 7:30-9 on Wednesday nights.
Please contact Janet Lockhart at 585-264-1966 (landline)
if you are interested or have any questions.
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NEW! Rush UMC has a Job Opening
The Rush United Methodist Church
(6200 Rush Lima Road, Rush NY 14543)
has an opening for a pianist / accompanist
to be filled on, or before, September 30th.
The position pays about $7,500 per year
Please contact the church (585-533-2170) for more information
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NEW! UNY Conference requesting Articles for Advocate
We are focusing on pastoral wellness for the next issue of the Advocate. I’d like to profile pastors or leaders in our churches who prioritize Sabbath and/or taking care of their spiritual health.
I’d also like to know of congregations who have helped their pastors take time to rest and renew their spirits.
Last but not least, if there are any resources that would help pastors on this topic, please let me know!
Please send story leads to me at your convenience!
Thank you so much!
Shannon Hodson
Writer/Editor
Upper New York Conference
315-898-2019 (office)
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NEW! UNY UWF Conference Project Grants
Please find attached a Grant application for the UNY UWF (UMW) Conference Project Grants. It is my hope you will help us spread the word to those who may benefit from this grant money. These grants are open to non-profit community and faith-based organizations that follow the teachings of Jesus Christ and address the needs of women, children and youth within the boundaries of our conference.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Peace in Christ, Tammy Nist
607-235-1102
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Reminder regarding New York State required annual training for sexual harassment prevention
This is a reminder that every employer in New York State is required
to provide employees with sexual harassment prevention training on an
annual basis.
Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
New York State Law requires that employers of one or more employees must conduct sexual harassment prevention training
for all employees on an annual basis. The employer can decide
the timing of the annual training (calendar year, anniversary date,
or any other date) as long as it is completed annually.
Employers are encouraged to track completion of training
through attendance sheets, certificates of completion, or
some other manner for audit purposes.
During the annual training, employers must also provide employees a notice that contains the employer’s sexual harassment policy.
Click here for more information on creating a sexual harassment policy.
The training must:
- be interactive
- include an explanation of sexual harassment consistent with guidance issued by the Department of Labor in consultation with the Division of Human Rights
- include examples of conduct that would constitute unlawful sexual harassment
- include information concerning the federal and state statutory provisions concerning sexual harassment and remedies available to victims of sexual harassment
- include information concerning employees’ rights of redress and all available forums for adjudicating complaints
- include information addressing conduct by supervisors and any additional responsibilities for such supervisors
Click here for more information on the sexual harassment prevention
training requirements.
Free Training Available
The New York City Commission on Human Rights has developed a free online training that will satisfy both the New York State and New York City anti-sexual harassment training requirements. New York City's free online training is available here.
Please note that Safe Sanctuaries training does not exempt churches from the New York State sexual harassment prevention training requirements.
If you have questions on this topic, please contact Tracy Rickett, Human Resources Generalist, at tracyrickett@unyumc.org or (315) 898-2017. |
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Adirondack District lay Servant Ministries team is offering Basic - Advanced & Certified Lay Minister Classes for 2022
ALL Courses offered via ZOOM
Welcome to the 2022 course schedule offered by the Adirondack District Lay Servant Ministries Team. To register or for more information on the following please contact the District Registrar Arlene at arlenedschmidt@gmail.com
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ATTN: CHURCHES
If you are considering…
Buying or selling a church building, a parsonage or other church property, including land, or
Undertaking major renovations to existing properties, or
Building a new church, parsonage, education building
or an addition to an existing building,
There are certain procedures that must be followed.
The Book of Discipline - Chapter Six - Church Property
(page 733 in the 2016 version)
describes in detail the requirements that must be met in
order to do these things.
The Genesee Valley District Board of Church Location and Building
is available to help you with these matters.
Please contact Wayne Turnblom, Chair for guidance:
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Genesee Valley District
of the Upper New York Conference
of the United Methodist Church
Peter Lagueras, District Lay Leader
Rev. David Underwood, District Associate
Betsy O'Flynn, District Administrative Assistant
Rev. Ted Anderson, Interim District Superintendent
Rev. Vonda J. Fossitt, District Superintendent
MAILING: PO Box 23206, Rochester, NY 14692
PHYSICAL: 30 Office Park Way, Pittsford, NY 14534
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