Note:

District email address has changed!

Please begin sending all emails to carrieboyer@unyumc.org The albanydistrict@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 will remain 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! District Office Furniture free for the asking. Click here to view photos and details.

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 12: Skye Farm Camp

Today’s photo is of the Chapel area at Skye Farm Camp. I find it a beautiful photo because of the beauty of Nature in this area of the Adirondacks. It is also a place of incredible beauty because of lives I have seen transformed by the ministry of committed followers of Jesus who proclaim God’s love in word and action.

Campers return year after year because of the magic of the beauty of Nature and being surrounded by God’s love. The camp has also played a part in the development of Christian pastors and lay leaders.

While the atmosphere of a Church Camp or magnificent cathedral can be inspiring; what changes and transforms lives is God’s love expressed through the words and actions of the faithful.

Even when the Summer is over the beauty and memories attached to this place make it a haven of peace and place where one feels close to God.

Today’s photo was taken at Skye Farm Camp located in Adirondacks outside of Warrensburg, NY in the Summer 0f 2001.

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) Celebrate the Super Bowl in a “Souper” Way!

The Center Brunswick UMC, 990 Hoosick Rd., Troy is collecting cans of soup through Feb. 11. All donations will supply local food pantries in our community and provide warm meals for those facing food insecurities in this cold season. Soup donations may be dropped at the church anytime. Please place donations in the “elevator entrance” of the church - the middle door just off the parking lot. Please be part of our winning team this year! Help CBUMC cross the Goal Line, BEAT Hunger in our community and provide a “Souper” Bowl for EVERYONE.

Scholarship offered to 2024 Tamarac High School graduates

Center Brunswick UMC in Troy has announced that a $500 scholarship will be awarded to a 2024 graduate of Tamarac High School in memory of Harold and Mable Keyes. The student does not have to be a member of the church. To read the letter, click here. Deadline to apply: March 1, 2024.

Story Telling Night, tonight, Wednesday, Jan. 17, First UMC of East Greenbush

Join us for our next Story Telling night on at 7 PM tonight, Wednesday, Jan. 17 at First UMC of East Greenbush, 1 Gilligan Rd. We have speaker Desi Biechman coming to tell us about how sobriety led him to Jesus Christ. He once was lost, but now he has been found. Desi has been sober for over 30 years. He is currently a licensed Minister through the Melchizedeks MC group and ministering to the motorcycle community. Everyone is welcome to come hear Desi’s story. There will be light refreshments available.

First UMC of East Greenbush's EcoTeam sponsors talk on funding available for Clean Energy Improvements, Sunday, Jan. 21, at the East Greenbush Community Library

                                                                                                          First UMC of East Greenbush's EcoTeam is sponsoring a presentation on "Federal, State and Utility Savings Available for Clean Energy Improvements." The presentation will be given by Paul Fisk and will be held at 1:30 PM on Sunday, Jan. 21 in Room B at the East Greenbush Community Library. Paul Fisk is a trained Climate Reality Project presenter on the causes, effects, and solutions for the climate crisis. He retired from a career in local and state government, having held managerial positions in budgeting and information management. He currently focuses on publicizing the wide array of government and utility financial incentives available to households to save energy and money while reducing fossil fuel pollution. Tax credits and rebates to weatherize and electrify homes and vehicles, upgrade HVAC systems and appliances, install solar panels, and other options will be discussed. Clean energy improvements not only will save you money but will add to your comfort and provide you with a healthier home environment.

Thrift Shop, Pine Grove UMC, open monthly:

Next date: Saturday, Feb. 3

Pine Grove UMC's Thrift Shop, "Seconds to Go," will be open Feb. 3 from 9 AM to 1 PM. The church is located at 1580 Central Ave., Colonie. Enter on the east side of the church (the left side - toward Albany) and use the doors near the back of the building. We have household treasures, glassware, cookbooks, toys, jewelry, dolls and more! The thrift shop is open the first Saturday of the month through 2024 except for July, which will be announced as the date nears.

(New) Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser, Saturday, Feb. 3, First UMC, East Greenbush

The First UMC of East Greenbush's Youth Group is hosting a spaghetti dinner fundraiser for their mission trip to Syracuse, on Saturday, Feb. 10 from 4 to 7 PM. The cost will be $15 for meatballs , spaghetti , bread salad and a dessert. We will have a vegetarian spaghetti and gluten-free available. Reservations would be greatly appreciated, but walk-ins are welcome. Please call the office (518) 477-9693 to reserve. The church is located at 1 Gilligan Rd., East Greenbush.

(New) Calling All Artists! Community Art Show, March 9, First UMC of East Greenbush

Calling all artist, for our Community Art Show in the Nature of Art. We are looking to show your art in the following mediums: photography, paintings, watercolors, sculptures, ceramics, quilting and youth music artist. Our community art show is Saturday, March 9 from 2 to 4 PM. We will have an artist application with more details. 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.

(New) 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.

Happenings at First UMC of Delmar

The church is located at 428 Kenwood Ave., Delmar

Blessed Bargains Shop: Every Tuesday (year round) 10 AM to 5 PM

Treasure Cove Thrift Shop: (Open Year Round) Tuesdays from 10 AM to 5 PM and Saturdays from 10 AM to 1 PM

Please refer to our website for more information: https://www.delmarmethodist.org/