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From the desk of Bishop Héctor A. Burgos Núñez: Announcement of new district superintendents
December 15, 2024 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Editor's Note: The following message was sent to United Methodists of Upper New York on behalf of Bishop Héctor A. Burgos Núñez on Sunday, December 15, 2024. “…Christ gave gifts to some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to go and tell the Good News, and some to have the work of caring for and teaching God’s people. Christ …more
Council of Bishops’ 2024 Advent and Christmas Message
December 13, 2024 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Editor's Note: The following message was published on Friday, December 13 on behalf of Bishop Tracy S. Malone, Council of Bishops President of The United Methodist Church. “But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for see, I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people: to you is born this day in the city of David a …more
From the desk of Bishop Héctor: Advent Message: The Path to Peace
December 10, 2024 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Editor's Note: The following Advent message was sent to United Methodists of Upper New York on behalf of Bishop Héctor A. Burgos Núñez on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. “Come, descendants of Jacob, let us walk in the light of the Lord.” Isaiah 2:5 Dear siblings in Christ, During the Advent season, we are given a special time to reflect on the …more
Special Message from Bishop Héctor: Post election message
November 7, 2024 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Editor's Note: The following post election message was sent to United Methodists of Upper New York on Thursday, November 7 on behalf of Bishop Héctor A. Burgos Núñez. Click here to read a statement from the Council of Bishops, issued Thursday, November 7, 2024. “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, …more
Rev. Mary Kelly celebrated as new Conference Superintendent during installation service
November 4, 2024 / By Shelby Winchell, Director of Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
On Saturday, November 2, United Methodists of Upper New York gathered at Springville First UMC to welcome and celebrate the installation of the Rev. Mary Kelly as a new Conference Superintendent of the Cornerstone and Niagara Frontier Districts. “Today we come with joyful hearts to praise the Lord and we also gather to celebrate a new season of ministry in the Niagara Frontier and Cornerstone Districts here in Upper …more
Special Message from Bishop Héctor: Election Day
November 4, 2024 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Editor's Note: The following message was sent to United Methodists of Upper New York on Monday, November 4 on behalf of Bishop Héctor A. Burgos Núñez. “Look not only to your interests but also to the interests of others.” Philippians 2:4 Dear siblings in Christ, Tomorrow, millions of US citizens will participate in the most foundational exercise of the democratic process – …more
From the Desk of Bishop Héctor: Update on General Conference changes and disaffiliations
October 29, 2024 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Editor's Note: The following message was sent to United Methodists of Upper New York on Tuesday, October 29 on behalf of Bishop Héctor A. Burgos Núñez as an update from the postponed 2020 General Conference held in Spring 2024. May grace and peace from Christ be with you. First, I want to thank all UNY clergy/ pastoral leaders for their faithful servant leadership. …more
From the desk of Bishop Héctor: Enhance your new member classes with the Belong series
October 15, 2024 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Editor's Note: The following message was sent to United Methodists of Upper New York on behalf of Bishop Héctor on Tuesday, October 15 about a new Discipleship Ministries resource. Dear claity (clergy & lay leaders) of the Susquehanna and Upper New York Episcopal Area, May grace and peace from Christ be with you. Understanding and celebrating who we are as followers of Christ …more
UMC bishops call for Leadership Gathering instead of Special Session in 2026
September 5, 2024 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Editor's note: The following press release was sent by the Coucil of Bishops of The United Methodist Church on Thursday, September 5, 2024 regarding a Leadership Gathering in place of a Special Session in 2026. The Council of Bishops (COB) of The United Methodist Church (UMC) is announcing a Leadership Gathering for 2026 that will advance the positive momentum of the 2020/24 General Conference and prepare the denomination for the 2028 General Conference. The …more
Special Message from Bishop Héctor: New Superintendent announcement
August 18, 2024 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
The following message was sent to United Methodists of Upper New York on behalf of Bishop Héctor A. Burgos Núñez on August 18, 2024 announcing the new superintendent of the Cornerstone and Niagara Frontier Districts. Grace and peace from Jesus Christ, our Savior and Friend, be with you. Last week, I shared with you that the Rev. Carlos M. Rosa-Laguer stepped down from the …more