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Christmas message from Bishop Héctor
December 23, 2024 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Editor's Note: The following Christmas message was sent to United Methodists of Upper New York on Monday, December 23, 2024 on behalf of Bishop Héctor A. Burgos Núñez. “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people" Luke 2:10 Dear siblings in Christ, The birth of Jesus is the ultimate reason for joy, …more
Council of Bishops seek prayer following violence in Nigeria aimed at UMC
December 17, 2024 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Editor's Note: The Council of Bishops released the following statement on Monday, December 16, 2024 in response to violence in Nigeria targeting the Bwoi United Methodist Church. Click here to download a PDF of the statement. To the people of the United Methodist Church: Grace and Peace from Jesus Christ, God's only begotten, our savior and Prince of Peace. In this season of Advent, The Council of …more
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