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From the desk of Bishop Mark J Webb: Living Boldly
posted on July 24, 2018 | Search Score: 0
Editor's Note: This article originally appeared in the Summer 2018 issue of the Advocate, which shared stories on individuals and churches throughout the Upper New York Conference that are boldly living their call. Sarah, Abraham, Miriam, Moses, Sarah, Ruth, Joshua, David, Esther, Hannah, Solomon, Jeremiah, Peter, John, Mary Magdalene, and…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/from-the-desk-of-bishop-mark-j-webb-living-boldly
2018 UNY Lottie Brown Scholarship recipients announced
posted on July 23, 2018 | Search Score: 0
Each year the Upper New York Annual Conference College Scholarships Committee offers Lottie Brown Scholarships for undergraduate students who are intending to enter a career in Christian service. This year’s recipients are Tristan Turner, Madyson Valeski, Kelly Thompson, Katherine Bobsein, Zachary Moyer, Emily Allen, and Katherine Allen. Tristan Turner will…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/2018-uny-lottie-brown-scholarship-recipients-announced
Mohawk District E-Newsletter Jul. 18, 2018
| Last edited on July 18, 2018 | Search Score: 0
Read lots of news and find events for your church's ministry in the July 18, 2018, edition of the Mohawk District E-Newsletter. Click the link! https://conta.cc/2NVfuDE
http://www.unyumc.org/news/mohawk-district-e-newsletter-jul.-18-2018
Podcasts
| Last edited on July 19, 2023 | Search Score: 0
Reports from the Spiritual Frontier is a Path1-sponsored podcast that tells the stories of the pioneers who are innovating radically New Faith Communities. Here, you will encounter the stories of the new church God is planting, told in the voices of the people who are actually doing the work. Hear…
Lay Servant & Disciple I & III Classes (Updated!)
| Last edited on August 6, 2018 | Search Score: 0
Here are some upcoming opportunities for Lay Servant classes and Disciple I and III classes. Disciple is a program of disciplined Bible studies aimed at developing strong Christians. Disciple I, “Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study,” is a 34 week course that provides an overview of the entire Bible. The study…
2018 Church Conference Schedule
| Last edited on July 18, 2018 | Search Score: 0
This year Carlos will be doing individual church conferences so he can meet congregations in their own church. The schedule can be found here. Please plan now to attend your conference and meet our new District Superintendent.
2018 Fall Clergy Gatherings
| Last edited on July 18, 2018 | Search Score: 0
We will again offer two sessions of our Fall Clergy Gathering for worship, fellowship and to go over this year's church conference forms. All pastors currently serving a church should make plans to attend one of the gatherings. The first will be Wednesday, September 5 from 9:30am-Noon at Baker Memorial…
July 17 E-Connection
| Last edited on July 18, 2018 | Search Score: 0
Here is the latest edition of our district newsletter. The next edition will go out July 31. Please send any articles to Julie by July 30.
July 2018 District Clergy Changes
| Last edited on July 18, 2018 | Search Score: 0
Here is the list of pastoral changes for our district, effective July 1. Your prayers for everyone (pastors and congregations) are appreciated during this time of transition. Goodbye Pastor Jim Barnes from Clarence Center to retirement and to St. Johnsville (Mohawk District) Rev. Wayne Butler from District Superintendent to retirement…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/niafrjuly-2018-district-clergy-changes
July 18, 2018 Oneonta District Newsletter
| Last edited on July 18, 2018 | Search Score: 0
Click here to read our July 18, 2018 Oneonta District Newsletter
http://www.unyumc.org/news/july-18-2018-oneonta-district-newsletter
Mohawk District E-Newsletter Jul. 11, 2018
| Last edited on July 17, 2018 | Search Score: 0
Read lots of news and find events for your church's ministry in the July 11, 2018, edition of the Mohawk District E-Newsletter. https://conta.cc/2L6r64M
http://www.unyumc.org/news/mohawk-district-e-newsletter-jul.-11-2018
Mt. View District Local Happenings July 17-24, 2018
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http://www.unyumc.org/news/mt.-view-district-local-happenings-july-17-24-2018
Mt. View District Newsletter for July 12, 2018
| Last edited on July 17, 2018 | Search Score: 0
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http://www.unyumc.org/news/mt.-view-district-newsletter-for-july-12-2018
Spotlight on Wesley’s Place, an UNY New Faith Community
posted on July 17, 2018 | Search Score: 0
Wesley's Place Faith Community is part of the Upper NY Conference New Faith Community movement. It is a unique expression of “church” that seeks to connect unknown people in unfamiliar places with God and with each other. We hope to be a diverse group and the areas around the Buffalo/…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/spotlight-on-wesleys-place-an-uny-new-faith-community
Upper New York New Faith Communities to be featured on podcast
posted on July 17, 2018 | Search Score: 0
Reports from the Spiritual Frontier is a Path1-sponsored podcast that tells the stories of the day-to-day lives of the pioneers who are innovating radically New Faith Communities on the spiritual margins of our country. You will encounter the stories of the new church God is planting in the midst of…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/upper-new-york-new-faith-communities-to-be-featured-on-podcast
Commission reduces GC Special Session registration fees
posted on July 17, 2018 | Search Score: 0
Editor's Note: Following the passing of the 2019 budget at the 2018 Annual Conference session, a declaratory decision was requested from the Judicial Council about the reality of charging observers a fee to attend the special session of General Conference in 2019. Due to the actions described in this article,…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/commission-reduces-gc-special-session-registration-fees
Upper New York’s Imagine No Racism initiative off to a great start
posted on July 13, 2018 | Search Score: 0
Editor’s Note: In July of 2016, the Northeastern Jurisdiction of The United Methodist Church unanimously approved a resolution for every Annual Conference to confront the sin of racism in their own hearts, churches, and communities. Upper New York Area Resident Bishop created a taskforce, known now as the Bishop’s Taskforce…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/upper-new-yorks-imagine-no-racism-initiative-off-to-a-great-start
Preventing fraud at the local-church level
posted on July 12, 2018 | Search Score: 0
When you have your annual local church audit done, does your auditor make suggestions about policies or procedures? Have you wondered why this is? Many churches (and small businesses too!) have too few people involved in their financial systems. The suggestions aren’t made because we distrust your people but because…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/preventing-fraud-at-the-local-church-level