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Korean-American faith leaders celebrate spirituality
October 19, 2023 / By Rev. Jee Hae Song, St. Paul's United Methodist Church and Warners United Methodist Church
In the beginning of October, 304 clergy and laity attended the Special Session of National Association of the Korean American United Methodists (KAUM) in Northbrook, IL. Four of those clergy attendees were from Upper New York (UNY). The Rev. Yohan Moon (Clarence Center UMC); the Rev. Sung Jun Park (Homer UMC); the Rev. Jin Kook Lee (Henrietta: Faith UMC and Korean Mission of Rochester UMC); and I all attended, representing …more
New Legislation regarding written notice of unemployment benefits and personal account information disclosure
October 19, 2023 / By Tracy Rickett, UNY Human Resources Generalist / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
There is new legislation regarding written notice of unemployment benefits and personal account information that takes effect in November 2023 and March 2024. Written Notice of Unemployment Benefits In relation to the notice of eligibility for unemployment benefits, New York State Senate Bill S4878-A/A. 398-A amends Section 590 of the Labor Law. Under this new legislation, employers must provide written notice of eligibility for unemployment benefits …more
Sneakers for students
October 16, 2023 / By Tim Rock, Harkness United Methodist Church
Harkness United Methodist Church turned meals into sneakers through the Michigans for Mission project. It all started in 2016 as a fundraiser to support the mission of the church. The Michigan hot dog is a North Country favorite and is a popular meal at the many restaurants around our tri-county area. Seven years ago, we offered the option of dine-in or take-out. All the money raised from selling hot …more
From the desk of Bishop Héctor- Closing remarks on disaffiliations
October 14, 2023 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Editor’s Note: The following is a transcript and video of Bishop Héctor A. Burgos Núñez' closing remarks following the Special Session of the UNY Annual Conference, which was held remotely on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023 to ratify the fourth and last batch of church disaffiliations. “Friends, since I arrived in Upper New York in January, I have experienced United Methodists of …more
District Days: Informed to Transform
October 12, 2023 / By Carrie Boyer, Adirondack and Albany Districts Superitendency Administrative Assistant
The Adirondack and Albany Districts hosted their annual “District Day: Informed to Transform,” on Saturday, Sept. 30 at Saratoga Springs UMC. More than 80 people participated, with 10 facilitators offering a total of 16 workshops. Fifty-one churches were represented. Each participant was able to choose three workshops for the all-day affair, which included a worship service and a free lunch, thanks to the generosity of the Adirondack District Lay Servant Team. This …more
From the desk of Bishop Héctor- Violence in the Middle East (Palestine-Israel)
October 11, 2023 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Editor's Note: The following note was sent via email to United Methodists of Upper New York on Oct. 11 on behalf of Bishop Héctor A. Burgos Núñez about the violence in the Middle East. “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” Matthew 5:9 Dear United Methodists of Upper New York, This past weekend, we …more
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