news stories Tagged “Communications”
UNY receives UMAC awards for media
January 27, 2016 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Each year, the United Methodist Association of Communicators recognizes excellence in communication through an extensive awards program. This year, the Upper New York Conference received two awards for its submissions. DalglishIn Class V – Video Production, Conference Videographer Mary Dalglish received a third place award for her submission of a video piece about the ministries at the Seneca Street United Methodist Church in Buffalo. The video highlights the congregation&rsquo …more
Missionaries respond to UMKR press release
January 25, 2016 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Last week, the Upper New York Conference posted a press release, which announced the decision by the General Board of Pension and Health Benefits of The United Methodist Church to direct Wespath Investment Management to divest from the two Israeli banks that it held in its portfolios and further, to declare the five largest Israeli banks off limits for investment. In response to this news, United Methodist missionaries who have …more
A Letter to Martin Luther King Jr. - 2016
January 15, 2016 / By Bishop Woodie W. White
January/February 2016 Editor's Note: Each year, retired United Methodist Bishop Woodie W. White writes a “birthday letter” to the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in which he offers his perspective on the state of race relations, particularly in the United States. White, now bishop-in residence at Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta, was the first general secretary of the General Commission on Religion …more
Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with acts of service
January 11, 2016 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. dedicated his life to the realization of God’s beloved community, where every person would have access to the basic necessities of life and have unfettered opportunity to reach their fullest potential. He further believed everyone could and should play a role in making this bold dream a reality. He championed the responsibility and value of service. “Everyone can be great …more
Bishop Webb names new district superintendents
January 11, 2016 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Upper New York Area Resident Bishop Mark J. Webb is pleased to announce the appointment of two new district superintendents. The Rev. Vonda Fossitt, pastor at the High Street United Methodist Church in Binghamton, will be superintendent of the Genesee Valley District. The Rev. Everett Bassett, pastor at the Cicero UMC, will be superintendent of the Oneonta District. The appointments are effective July 1, 2016. “Both Rev. Fossitt and Rev. Bassett …more
Finding harmony with the United Methodist brand
December 17, 2015 / By Stephen J. Hustedt / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Two years ago, the Upper New York Conference Communications Ministry Area tried something new. It sponsored a contest that decided the new UNY Conference logo. It was a great success; entries were received from across the Conference and beyond. The end result was a lot of spirited voting, improved engagement from our audience, and a nice new logo. At nearly the same time that the Communications Ministry Area was running …more
Using videos in your church – the legal way
December 11, 2015 / By the Rev. Nancy Hale
More and more churches are using video clips or movies for worship, family movie nights, and other events. But did you know that a church must have a video license to show movies or video clips, even if it does not charge admission? Churches are not exempt in any way from copyright law, and a video license is required to avoid possible fines or other legal action for copyright infringement. …more
Special request: Photograph your Christmas spectacular
December 10, 2015 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Every Christmas, churches of the Upper New York Conference put on elaborate, funny, and poignant Christmas pageants. We want to hear about your budding thespians. Take photos of your production and send them along with a short summary - including who participated, what was the theme/story, and any other unique tidbits - to news@unyumc.org with the subject line "Christmas Pageant." Please remember to get a signed photo …more
UNY Conference switches event registration system
December 8, 2015 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
The Upper New York Conference has officially transitioned to a more user-friendly event registration system: EventSpot by Constant Contact. It’s “a professional way to promote and manage almost any kind of event for small businesses and organizations,” according to the website. The switch from Mission Connect to EventSpot comes as a result of feedback the Conference has received about the former registration system. “What we …more
King + King Architects selected to lead Conference center renovation
November 30, 2015 / By UNY Communications / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
The Upper New York Conference has selected the architectural firm it will be working with on the new Conference Center: King + King Architects. The firm is headquartered in Syracuse and will help the Conference as it renovates the property at 7481 Henry Clay Blvd. in Liverpool into the new Conference Center. “The UNYAC Board of Trustees are delighted to have King + King Architects join us in renovating our new building …more