news stories Tagged “Communications”
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
Creating a bridge and building understanding with faith leaders
September 22, 2023 / By Kristina Clark, Director of Missional Engagement
Every month, faith leaders from various traditions come together for a powerful roundtable to discuss justice issues. The group is called InterFaith Works and it’s been meeting for 46 years. There are representatives from the Hindu Community, Islamic Society of Central New York, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Quakers, American Baptist, Episcopal Church, Catholic Church, Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ, The United Methodist Church among others. In …more
A New Season Begins for the Conference Leadership Team
September 20, 2023 / By Shelby Winchell, UNY Director of Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
“Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.” (Matthew 28:19-20) The Conference Leadership Team (CLT) has a new membership configuration. The new configuration is part of Bishop Héctor A. Burgos-Núñez efforts to eliminate silos and …more
Pinwheels spin cash for camp
September 15, 2023 / By Sarah Walker, Ohio UMC
The pinwheel spins when the breeze blows. The breeze is a reminder that although you cannot see the air moving, it is always present. Just like the air is always present, so is the Holy Spirit. Fundraisers are an important way to keep the Ohio United Methodist Church going. We needed funds for our children going to camp. The Sunday school and youth group wanted to do something fun, …more
Bishops in Africa vow to stay in The United Methodist Church
September 15, 2023 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
United Methodist Church bishops serving the church in Africa have issued a statement declaring their intention to stay in the denomination despite differences on the issue of human sexuality. “Notwithstanding the differences in our UMC regarding the issue of human sexuality especially with our stance of traditional and biblical view of marriage, we categorically state that we do not plan to leave The United Methodist Church and will continue …more
Conference Commission on Religion and Race: What’s up for 2024
September 11, 2023 / By Dr. Scott Johnson, Rev. Harold Wheat, and Georgia Whitney
As our area continues to heal from the loss and trauma of the racist attack in Buffalo last May, a new example of racist hatred taken to the most violent extremes has just happened in Jacksonville, Florida. A White supremacist gunman killed Angela Michelle Carr, Anolt Joseph “AJ” Laguerre Jr., and Jerrald Gallion for no reason other than his hatred of Black, Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC). The …more
Register now for October’s virtual Special Session
September 9, 2023 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Registration is now open for the virtual October Special Session of Annual Conference. This Special Session will focus on Upper New York churches looking to disaffiliate from The United Methodist Church. There is a $10 registration fee for eligible voting members, with the exception to equalization members, to participate in the Special Session, which will begin at 9 a.m. on Oct. 14. Click here to register by Wednesday, Sept. 27. Late …more
Grow New Ministries, Reach New People with Launchpad Fall 2023
September 8, 2023 / By Rev. Abigail Browka / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Are you ready to embark on an inspiring journey to reach new people, cultivate innovative ministries, or even establish a brand-new church? If so, Launchpad Fall 2023 is the training for you. Launchpad is designed for churches and church planters seeking to create fresh, vibrant spaces for new individuals to find faith and community. This intensive training program spans six insightful sessions that will equip your team with the tools, …more
NYS Wage Transparency Law
September 6, 2023 / By Tracy Rickett, Human Resources Generalist / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Effective Sept. 17, 2023, all private sector employers with four or more employees must post a range of pay on job advertisements pursuant to New York State (NYS) Wage Transparency Law. In addition, pay ranges must be placed on all advertisements for promotions or transfers. The wage range requirement applies to postings that are both internal and external to the employer. The wage range must be included on all postings for jobs …more