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    United Methodists of Upper New YorkLiving the Gospel. Being God's Love.


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    Christmas Day (Conference office closed)

    December 25, 2025

    Christmas Eve (Conference office closed)

    December 24, 2025

    World AIDS Day

    December 1, 2025

    First Sunday of Advent

    November 30, 2025

    Day after Thanksgiving (Conference office closed)

    November 28, 2025

    Thanksgiving (Conference office closed)

    November 27, 2025

    United Methodist Student Day

    November 23, 2025

    United Methodist Student Day supports the education of children and provides scholarships for United Methodist students.

    Safe Sanctuaries Zoom Training (3.5 hour basic training)

    November 1, 2025

    3.5 HOUR BASIC TRAININGS
    (this training is for all clergy, and laity working with children, youth or vulnerable adults)

    Saturday, November 1, 2025 9am - 12:30pm
    Registration Opens October 1, 2025@ Midnight & Closes October 29, 2025 @ Midnight (no exceptions)
    Registration Link: https://forms.gle/c7vuv36VFcT2315F7
     

    All Saints Day

    November 1, 2025

    Native American Heritage Month

    November 1, 2025

    Native American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the culture, traditions, and contributions of Native Americans and Alaska Natives. It also raises awareness of the challenges they have faced and continue to face.

    Laity Sunday

    October 19, 2025

    Laity Sunday celebrates the ministry and witness of laypersons everywhere through a special service.

    World Communion Sunday

    October 5, 2025

    Usually celebrated on the first Sunday in October, this Sunday supports scholarships for students pursuing advanced degrees, including international students and U.S. racial-ethnic students.

    Safe Sanctuaries Zoom Training (Training of Trainers)

    October 4, 2025

    Training of Trainers - TOT
    (this training is for anyone who would like to become a church or district Safe Sanctuaries trainer in the Upper New York Conference. Must havecompleted 3.5 hour basic Training prior to taking the TOT Training.)

    Saturday, October 4, 2025 9am - 12:30pm
    Registration Opens September 1, 2025@ Midnight & Closes October 1, 2025 @ Midnight (no exceptions)
    Registration Link: https://forms.gle/2N1Vv8h4nWHb6V1k7
     

    Hispanic Heritage Month

    September 15, 2025

    Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to appreciate and celebrate the colorful cultures, rich histories, and diversity of the American Latino community.

    Labor Day (Conference office closed)

    September 1, 2025

    Safe Sanctuaries Zoom Training (3.5 hour basic training)

    August 2, 2025

    3.5 HOUR BASIC TRAININGS
    (this training is for all clergy, and laity working with children, youth or vulnerable adults)

    Saturday, August 2, 2025 9am - 12:30pm
    Registration Opens July 1, 2025@ Midnight & Closes July 30, 2025 @ Midnight (no exceptions)
    Registration Link: https://forms.gle/NZbjx91525fEw5629
     

    Salt of the Earth Missions: Walk on Water

    July 31, 2025 — August 3, 2025 Location: Watertown: First UMC Contact: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) More Information: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/CCYM/event/walkonwater/

    Salt of the Earth Missions: Walk on Water is an exciting opportunity for youth, who have completed grades 6-12, to spend intentional time together this summer serving, learning, and growing in their relationship with God and others. 

    Adult chaperones for each group are fully resposible for the youth they are bringing to the event. This includes behavior, maintaining your church's Safe Sanctuary policies, supervision, and transportation throughout the weekend. All programatic elements - service opportunities, food, fun, worship, and sleeping arangements - will be provided by CCYM and Upper New York Missional Engagement.

    Independence Day (Conference office closed)

    July 4, 2025

    Juneteenth (Conference office closed)

    June 19, 2025

    Father’s Day

    June 15, 2025

    Trinity Sunday

    June 15, 2025

    Trinity Sunday celebrates the unity and mystery of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

    Peace with Justice Sunday

    June 15, 2025

    Peace with Justice Sunday advocates for peace and justice. 


    United Methodists of Upper New York is comprised of a vibrant network of 677 local churches and active new faith communities in 12 districts, covering 48,000 square miles in 49 of the 62 counties in New York state. Our vision is to “live the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to be God’s love with our neighbors in all places."