News Stories from October 2023
United Methodist Church Bishops condemn violence in the Middle East, call for prayer and action
October 10, 2023 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
The Council of Bishops (COB) of The United Methodist Church has condemned the ongoing violence in the Middle East and has called for prayer and action. In a statement released today, COB President Thomas J. Bickerton urged all United Methodists to renew a deepened commitment to pray for those who have been injured, abducted, or killed, and to deepen our prayers for those who have suddenly lost a loved one. …more
From the desk of Bishop Héctor- Clergy Appreciation
October 10, 2023 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Editor's Note: The following email was sent to United Methodists of Upper New York on Tuesday, Oct. 10 on behalf of Héctor A. Burgos Núñez about October being recognized as Clergy Appreciation Month. “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!” Romans 10:15b Dear United Methodists of Upper New York, Grace and peace from Jesus Christ be …more
Faith in action
October 5, 2023 / By Pastor Daniel Bradley, Faith Journey UMC
"If you really fulfill the royal law according to the Scripture, 'you shall love your neighbor as yourself,' you are doing well. But if you show partiality, you are committing sin and are convicted by the law as transgressors. For whoever keeps the whole law but fails at one point has become guilty of all of it. For he who said, 'Do not commit adultery,' also said, 'Do …more
Upper New York Conference welcomes Kevin Miller
October 4, 2023 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
United Methodists of Upper New York (UNY) is pleased to introduce Kevin Miller as the new Multimedia Content Creator. Kevin joins the Communications Ministry Team after Shannon Hodson left her role as Writer/Editor in August 2023. Kevin will collaborate closely with Shelby Winchell, who serves as the Director of Communications, and Mary Dalglish, UNY Video Specialist. In his capacity, Kevin will be primarily tasked with telling the stories of Upper …more
United Methodists of Upper New York receives $1.25 million grant
October 2, 2023 / By Shelby Winchell, UNY Director of Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
PRESS RELEASE: United Methodists of Upper New York receives $1.25 million grant. $1.25 Million Grant to United Methodists of Upper New York October 2, 2023 For Immediate Release Contact: Shelby Winchell, Director of Communications (shelbywinchell@unyumc.org) United Methodists of Upper New York (UNY) have been granted $1,250,000 from Lilly Endowment Inc. Compelling Preaching Initiative. The initiative aims to foster and support preaching that inspires, encourages, and guides …more
Building beds so children in need have one
October 2, 2023 / By Shelley Smith, Mission Team Chairperson, Immanuel UMC
Sanding. Hammering. Drilling. To learn more, click the links below: TikTok | Facebook | Instagram Those sounds filled the air on Sept. 9 at Immanuel United Methodist Church in Camillus. Sixty-nine people gathered in the parking lot along with 18 members from the Syracuse Chapter of Sleep In Heavenly Peace (SHP), a national organization whose mission is “No Kid Sleeps On The Floor In Our Town.” …more