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


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    Volunteers-in-Mission (VIM)

    Volunteers-in-Mission (VIM) is one way United Methodists offer their skills and talents for Christian Service at home or abroad on short-term assignments in areas affected by disasters and hardships. A missionary movement of the United Methodist Church, VIM sends short term volunteer teams into areas of need to work on construction and spiritual formation projects.


    Upcoming Training: 
     
    Team Leader Training: October 5: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. 
    Click here to register.

    Are you interested in leading a mission journey in your community or beyond? Join us for the UMVIM Team Leader Training on October 5 at the Upper New York Conference Center in Liverpool, NY. This intensive session, led by Ray Yarnell, NEJ Volunteers-in-Mission Coordinator, is designed for both new and seasoned mission leaders in the local church. 

    Key topics include: 

    • Spiritual Leadership 
    • Mission Safety and Health 
    • Cultural Competency 
    • Understanding Poverty 
    • Types of Mission Service 
    • What to Expect Before, During, and After Your Journey 

    By attending, you'll gain invaluable skills and insights to effectively lead mission trips, whether locally or internationally. Lunch and all training materials are provided. Early bird registration is $15 until August 31.  After that, the price increases to $25.  


    Important Links

    Register Your Team 
    Obtain Mission Insurance Through UMVIM
    List of Domestic and International Mission Sites 
    List of Youth Projects 

    For additional information, contact Kristina Clark at (315) 898-2066 or kristinaclark@unyumc.org.


    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."