Welcome
Vital Congregations is a ministry of the Upper New York Conference that comes alongside congregations to help them be places that develop disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. The Hand to Plow process is one strategy this ministry uses to help churches increase their vitality.
Vital congregations are easily recognized. These Spirit-filled, forward-leaning communities of believers grow, both numerically and spiritually, over time. Vital congregations join God in the work that God is already doing. These vital churches have powerful stories, measurable fruitfulness, and life-changing ministries.
News
Nominations and Leadership Development team seeking nominations
Lilly Endowment grant taking shape in Upper New York
Beyond Borders: Watertown First UMC’s Mission of Hope in Zimbabwe
Calendar
April 30
Peace with Justice grant application submission deadline
The Peace with Justice Grant is designed to fund emerging and next step ministries. Funds are collected as part of the Peace with Justice …more
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Safe Sanctuaries® Training Opportunities,
Social Holiness (Church & Society),
Guidelines for Chartering
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New Faith Communities, Hand to Plow