news stories Tagged “Connectional Ministries”
Pinwheels spin cash for camp
September 15, 2023 / By Sarah Walker, Ohio UMC
The pinwheel spins when the breeze blows. The breeze is a reminder that although you cannot see the air moving, it is always present. Just like the air is always present, so is the Holy Spirit. Fundraisers are an important way to keep the Ohio United Methodist Church going. We needed funds for our children going to camp. The Sunday school and youth group wanted to do something fun, …more
Grow New Ministries, Reach New People with Launchpad Fall 2023
September 8, 2023 / By Rev. Abigail Browka / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Are you ready to embark on an inspiring journey to reach new people, cultivate innovative ministries, or even establish a brand-new church? If so, Launchpad Fall 2023 is the training for you. Launchpad is designed for churches and church planters seeking to create fresh, vibrant spaces for new individuals to find faith and community. This intensive training program spans six insightful sessions that will equip your team with the tools, …more
It’s a good, good season
August 21, 2023 / By Daniel J. Bradley, Pastor at Faith Journey UMC
“Open your mouth and taste, open your eyes and see—how good God is. Blessed are you who run to him. Worship God if you want the best; worship opens doors to all his goodness”. Psalm 34:8-9 (The Message Translation) There is much to be said for living in Central New York. It is the only place I am sure that we …more
YOUTH 2023—an incredible experience for Upper New York youth
August 14, 2023 / By UNY Communications
Editor’s Note: Many youth from Upper New York attended Youth 2023. Here are some commentaries from youth that attended. Youth 2023 was an event held Tuesday, July 25 through Friday, July 28, by the sandy beaches of Daytona Beach, Florida. Discipleship Ministries sponsored the event, which occurs every four years. This year’s theme was an acronym, BOLD, Being Ourselves, Living Differently. Over the course of the four days, youth and …more
Operation: Home Repair, a success
July 27, 2023 / By Shannon Hodson / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Seventy-three-year-old Shirley Slater has spent over half her life in what was once a humble one-room schoolhouse, nestled in Schoharie County. Despite the house showing signs of wear, Shirley cherishes her home and diligently searches for grants to support its upkeep. After three persistent attempts, her optimism paid off when she recently secured a New York State grant for weatherization. Last spring, during a fierce thunderstorm, one of Shirley's …more
Oswego: Trinity UMC hosts youth cyclists traveling from Indiana to Maine
July 1, 2023 / By Shannon Hodson / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
The Rev. Steven Eddy, pastor of Oswego: Trinity UMC, received an email earlier this year that was sent to a large group of pastors. It was from Norm Houze, founder, tour director, and on-road supervisor for deCycles, an ecumenical youth and young adult cycling ministry. Rev. Eddy said, “Norm was seeking places for his cyclists to stay on their 1,500-mile bike trip this summer." I thought, "Our church is …more
Expecting the unexpected guest
June 28, 2023 / By Daniel J. Bradley, Pastor at Faith Journey UMC
“See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so, we are. The reason why the world does not know us is that bit did not know him. 2 Beloved, we are God’s children now, and what we will be has not yet appeared; but we know that …more
Betsy O’Flynn named the 2023 Denman Award for Laity
June 19, 2023 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
We are pleased to announce that the Conference Leadership Team has selected Betsy O’Flynn, Genesee Valley District Administrative Assistant, as the recipient of this year’s Harry Denman Evangelism Award, an award that honors United Methodists who bring people into a life-transforming relationship with Jesus Christ. Betsy’s impact extends far beyond the confines of her title. She possesses a remarkable ability to connect with …more
Save the Date: August 17 United Methodist Friends Night at the Ballpark
June 13, 2023 / By UNY Communications
The year, Syracuse United Methodist Ministries (SUMM) will be sponsoring our 43rd annual United Methodist Family and Friends Night at the Ballpark scheduled for Thursday, August 17 at 6:35pm-Syracuse Mets vs. Columbus Clippers, Ohio. There will be no tailgate party this year. Like last year, we will have 200-level assigned seats (not 300-level benches). We will gather on the field at 6.15 pm to sing the National Anthem from Home Plate, and …more
Cady Grant Award recipients for 2023
May 23, 2023 / By Blenda Smith
Five Cady Grants have been awarded this year, totaling $20,000. Awardees have demonstrated creative ways to support, educate, and enhance the lives of African Americans and Native Americans and their unique cultural values. Music Educators Wind Ensemble is commissioning a Native American composer to write an original classical piece to honor and commemorate the International Wampum Exhibit at Ganondagan State Historic Site in Victor, NY (March-September 2023). This exhibit is displaying 300-year-old …more