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


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    Immigration Resources for Clergy

    On Thursday, January 30, 2025, Bishop Héctor A. Burgos Núñez sent a note to all Upper New York clergy on the growing uncertainty and fear among migrants, immigrants, refugees, and BIPOC people in our communities. Click here to read the letter in English and Spanish.

    Click the following links for a full checklist and next steps for church preparations in our Faithful Preparedness: Equipping Churches for Witness with Undocumented Persons.


    Click the links below for "Know Your Rights" poster resources, available in both English and Spanish.  


    NEW (February 10, 2025): Click the following links for English and Spanish resources from Immigration Law & Justice Network, an immigration ministry of The UMC. The following documents include important information on what to know, knowing your rights, what to do if stopped on the street, in your car, and if ICE comes to your home, rights during travel, how to document an ICE visit, and more.


    Solidarity with the Sojourner: Understanding U.S. Immigration and Our Call to Respond webinar

    On February 10, the Solidarity with the Sojourner: Understanding U.S. Immigration and Our Call to Respond webinar brought together United Methodist leaders to explore the church’s role in standing with immigrant communities. Discussions covered national immigration policy challenges, biblical models of solidarity, and practical ways for local churches to support immigrant-led congregations. Featuring insights from United Methodist leaders, this webinar provided valuable guidance for those committed to meaningful action.

    Watch the video


    CCORR weekly prayer sessions

    The Conference Commission on Religion and Race (CCORR) seeks to offer inspiration, a listening ear, and the opportunity to come together in prayer on a regular basis. Beginning Tuesday, February 18 at 12 p.m., members of CCORR will open a Zoom meeting room for 15-minute sessions and offer a short prepared meditation. Learn more here


    United Methodists of Upper New York join lawsuit against Trump policy

    United Methodists of Upper New York, through the New York State Council of Churches (NYSCOC), have joined a federal lawsuit challenging a Trump policy allowing ICE raids in houses of worship. The suit argues this violates religious freedom and disrupts the mission to support migrants. Click here to learn more.


    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."