News Stories from April 2023
Sunrise Easter fish breakfast at Hope UMC
April 12, 2023 / By Shannon Hodson / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Years ago, before the Rev. David Martin started serving in the former Troy Conference, he attended an indoor sunrise service at his wife’s parents’ Presbyterian church in Burlington, VT. A congregant at the church had prepared a baked fish dish for “coffee hour” after the service. “It was really good,” Rev. Martin exclaimed. He continued, “A reference was made to the third …more
Easter message from Bishop Héctor A. Burgos Núñez
April 9, 2023 / By Bishop Héctor A. Burgos Núñez
Editor's note: The following message was sent electronically on April 9, 2023 on behalf of Bishop Héctor A. Burgos Núñez to United Methoidsts of Upper New York. “The angel said to the women, 'Don't be afraid! I know you are looking for Jesus, who was nailed to a cross. He isn't here! God has raised him to life, just as Jesus said …more
Resources for supporting CONAM
April 5, 2023 / By Kae Woodruff Wilbert, Chair. Committee on Native American Ministries Upper New York Conference
We are grateful for your faithfulness in working with us to educate others regarding the past, present, and future of our Native brothers and sisters. Easter is fast approaching which means Native American Ministries Sunday (NAMS) is not far behind (April 23, 2023). Although this special worship can be celebrated on any Sunday, it is designated for the second Sunday after Easter. What a fitting time to recognize and celebrate the restoration …more