News Stories from March 2023
Lincoln Memorial UMC feels the power of the Connection
March 8, 2023 / By Shannon Hodson / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Lincoln Memorial UMC’s food pantry serves dozens of members in their community every week. They now have reusable bags thanks to the help of Upper New York Director of Missional Engagement, Kristina Clark, securing the donation of 2,500 bags from United Methodist Communications (UMCOM). On March 5, Kristina attended Lincoln Memorial’s Sunday morning service. “She didn’t come to see us. She came to see God, …more
There is power in the Connection
March 8, 2023 / By Pastor Daniel J. Bradley, Faith Journey United Methodist Church
¶ 121 of the Book of Discipline: Rational for Our Mission—The mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by proclaiming the good news of God’s grace and by exemplifying Jesus’ command to love God and neighbor, thus seeking the fulfillment of God’s reign and realm in the world. The fulfillment of God&rsquo …more
Clergy inspired at Auburn UMC Regional Gathering
March 3, 2023 / By Shannon Hodson / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
On Wednesday March 1, dozens of clergy members were greeted with radical hospitality at Auburn UMC in the Lakes Region of the Upper New York (UNY) Conference. This was one of the six gatherings with Bishop Héctor held throughout the Conference this winter. Pots of coffee, crudities, charcuterie boards, and baked goods were beautifully displayed in the fellowship hall. Auburn UMC pastor Donna Taylor Martin urged the guests to …more