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    United Methodists of Upper New YorkLiving the Gospel. Being God's Love.


    news stories Tagged “Communications”

    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)

    UPDATE: Orginally planned for April 2026, the 2026 Council of Bishops Leadership Gathering is being rescheduled to October 20–24, 2026. Read more here. 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 bishops will hold the Leadership Gathering instead of calling a …more

    Change in Chairs on the Board of Ordained Ministry

    September 3, 2024 / By Shelby Winchell, UNY Director of Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

    Every quadrennium, the Board of Ordained Ministry (BOM) nominates and elects new Chairs for the Order of Elders, Order of Deacons, and Fellowship of Local Pastors and Associate Members. The new chairs are as follows:  Chair of the Order of Elders is Rev. Anna Blinn Cole  Chair of the Order of Deacons is Rev. Becky Naber  President of the Fellowship of Local Pastors and Associate Members is …more

    UNY to launch new Charge Conference Forms Platform on September 3

    August 28, 2024 / By Bill Gottschalk-Fielding / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

    Though the annual charge conference is required by The United Methodist Church’s Book of Discipline, it is more than an administrative requirement.  It allows a church to share and celebrate its story, align its work with God’s vision, and remain accountable to commitments members have made to each other and to God.  Starting September 3, United Methodist clergy and congregational leaders of Upper New York …more

    Gouverneur First UMC expands “We’ve Got Your Back” Program amid evolving community needs

    August 28, 2024 / By Tina & Hannah Kingsley / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

    In a desire to help alleviate the overwhelming cost of school supplies, the Gouverneur First United Methodist Church began their in-person “We’ve Got Your Back” program in 2011 to help minimize the burden facing families. Though they had donated items to their local district in previous years, this event brought the community into their building and allowed students to “shop” for their own supplies. The …more

    One donation keeps things hot at Aldersgate Camp & Retreat Center

    August 22, 2024 / By Shelby Winchell, UNY Director of Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

    This past summer, Aldersgate Camp & Retreat Center experienced one of its largest camping seasons in recent years. Having reliable equipment to prepare and serve meals is crucial. Early in the summer, the ovens used to make meals stopped working altogether.  “The staff was being quite creative in providing hot meals. A few examples were hot dogs cooked on the campfire with cold salads. They also had "floating …more

    New resource from Missional Excellence: Healthy Church Academy

    August 20, 2024 / By Missional Excellence Team / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

    United Methodists of Upper New York have been investing time, energy, other resources in growing the wellness of our leaders, clergy and laity. Until now much of the focus has been on walking with clergy so that together we can grow in our wellness. It takes healthy clergy to lead churches to a healthy place.    We also know it takes a partnership between clergy and lay leaders …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

    Mid-year stats checkup

    August 15, 2024 / By Autumn Wells, Administrative and Accounting Services Specialist / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

    It’s a great time to gather your leadership team for planning for the yearly statistical report beginning in January. Now that we are halfway through the year, take the time to do a quick look at how your church has changed in the last six months and your plans for the rest of the year. As you are engaging with new areas in our community, remember to jot …more

    New interim director at Casowasco

    August 14, 2024 / By Shelby Winchell, UNY Director of Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

    The Rev. Colin Kerr-Carpenter is the new interim director at Casowasco Camp & Retreat Center. He is a retired Elder in the California-Nevada Conference with ties to Upper New York.   “When Pam Harris approached me about serving at Casowasco, I was truly honored. I remembered all the life-changing events I was part of at this beautiful place. As I pondered the possibilities of working there, I felt …more

    Passing the cup: How one communion tray continues to serve

    August 12, 2024 / By Shelby Winchell, UNY Director of Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

    As the saying goes, “when one door closes, a window opens.”   In Fall 2023, Morrisonville UMC made the difficult decision to close. When a church officially closes, church leaders are required to surrender all official and legal papers, including contents of the cornerstone to the district superintendent as stated in ¶ 2549. Disposition of Property of a Closed Local Church in the Book of Discipline.  Items from …more



    United Methodists of Upper New York is comprised of a vibrant network of 677 local churches and active new faith communities in 12 districts, covering 48,000 square miles in 49 of the 62 counties in New York state. Our vision is to “live the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to be God’s love with our neighbors in all places."