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Conference announces revised 2016 spending plan
posted on February 24, 2016 | Search Score: 0
The Upper New York Conference Leadership Team (CLT) and the Conference Council on Finance & Administration (CF&A) released a letter earlier this week detailing changes to the Conference’s 2016 spending plan. According to the letter, “the guiding principle in making these decisions was, ‘What cuts will have the least direct…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/Conference-announces-revised-2016-spending-plan
2016 Spending Plan FAQ
| Last edited on February 6, 2018 | Search Score: 0
Click here to read the article that addresses the spending plan change. Click here to view the Spending Plan. Click on image to enlarge.What is the process for developing the annual Spending Plan? The Conference Leadership Team, Council of Finance & Administration, Trustees, Conference staff and other Conference Teams work…
Four Corners UMC forms union with two churches for joint Bible study, other activities
posted on February 23, 2016 | Search Score: 0
The Four Corners United Methodist Church is one of three Native American churches in the Upper New York Conference. It is a growing church led by Pastor Dave Rood, and is located on the Cattaraugus Territory of the Seneca Nation of Indians, which is 30 miles south of Buffalo in…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/four-corners-umc-forms-union-with-two-churches
2016 ministry grant announcement
posted on February 23, 2016 | Search Score: 0
The board of directors at the United Methodist Frontier Foundation has announced the initiation of the foundation’s 2016 Rev. Keith Muhleman Ministry Grant. Named in honor of the foundation’s former president and executive director, the grant encourages and supports creative and vital ministry in the local church. One or more…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/2016-ministry-grant-announcement
Participate in Day of Prayer on April 23
posted on February 23, 2016 | Search Score: 0
On April 23, members of the Upper New York Conference will observe a 24-hour day of prayer for the 2016 General Conference session, which meets May 10-20 in Portland, Ore. In a statement late last year, the Council of Bishops “invited each of the annual conferences to host a 24-hour…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/participate-in-day-of-prayer-on-april-23
Serving up supper & scripture in Salem
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Serving up supper & scripture in Salem
posted on February 22, 2016 | Search Score: 0
The Rev. Debbie Earthrowl, pastor at the Salem United Methodist Church and planter of Thursday Nights, said it all started with a conversation in early May 2014. Three young mothers approached Rev. Earthrowl, saying they wanted to experience church with their children, but were discouraged by previous church experiences. Rev.…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/serving-up-supper-scripture-in-salem
CLT and CFA announce changes to 2016 spending plan
posted on February 22, 2016 | Search Score: 0
Editor’s note: The following letter was released by the Conference Leadership Team and the Conference Council on Finance and Administration on Feb. 22. Sisters and brothers in Christ, We want to share some challenges, concerns, and, by the grace of God, opportunities for our Conference in the area of financial…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/clt-and-cfa-announce-changes-to-2016-spending-plan
General Conference Delegation to hear group presentations
posted on February 17, 2016 | Search Score: 0
The General Conference Delegation is hosting a meeting on April 2 at Casowasco Camp & Retreat Center in Moravia. It will meet with any group that wants to present a message to the delegation prior to General Conference, held May 10-20 in Portland, Ore. Currently, there are four groups that…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/general-conference-delegation-to-hear-group-presentations
February 17 2016 Oneonta District Newsletter
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Hi Friends, Click here to view a PDF of the Oneonta District Newsletter for this week. The District Newsletter can also be downloaded in 3 different formats at the Oneonta District website:https://sites.google.com/site/oneontadistrictumc/ Peace, Teresa Oneonta District Office P.O. Box 668- 64 Chestnut Street, Oneonta NY 13820 Phone & Fax: (607)…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/february-17-2016-oneonta-district-newsletter
Conference Communications Ministry Area undergoing transition
posted on February 16, 2016 | Search Score: 0
After more than a year of working for the Upper New York Conference, Kathleen Rubino will be leaving her position as Conference Writer/Editor. She will be joining her fiancé in moving to Orlando, Fla., where he was recently hired for a new position. “Kathleen has been a great asset to…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/transitions-in-the-conference-communications-ministry-area
Three pastors create a sermon song
posted on February 16, 2016 | Search Score: 0
“My remembrance of sin, aches in my heart Bruised and confused, unable to start I feel stuck in a rut, unable to be a righteous reflection, a likeness of Thee made from ashes, and dust to dust made from ashes, and dust to dust” The Rev. Brian Fellows, the Rev.…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/three-pastors-create-a-sermon-song
Forum to discuss human sexuality and Biblical interpretation
posted on February 16, 2016 | Search Score: 0
The Upper New York Conference's Human Sexuality Task Force will host a forum on “Human Sexuality and Biblical Interpretation” from 1-4 p.m. on March 5 at the Liverpool First United Methodist Church. In addition to on-site seating, the event will be live-streamed. “Live video streaming can be accessible worldwide, allowing…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/forum-to-discuss-human-sexuality-and-biblical-interpretation
Application for Psychological Examination
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Finger Lakes District Day postponed
posted on February 16, 2016 | Search Score: 0
Due to predicted inclement weather in the Finger Lakes region today (Feb. 16), the Finger Lakes District Day with Bishop Mark J. Webb has been postponed to March 2. Times and locations will remain the same for the March 2 event. Should there be any further developments, a notice will…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/finger-lakes-district-day-postponed
IRS deadline extended for health coverage mandate form
posted on February 11, 2016 | Search Score: 0
The IRS has extended the due date to March 31 for mailing Form 1095-B to individuals for 2015 tax returns. As part of Section 6055: Reporting under the Affordable Care Act, Form 1095-B verifies the “individual mandate” for minimum essential health coverage. The General Board of Pension & Health Benefits…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/irs-deadline-extended-for-health-coverage-mandate-form
Finger Lakes District welcomes new administrative assistant
posted on February 11, 2016 | Search Score: 0
Finger Lakes District Superintendent the Rev. Jeff McDowell is pleased to announce that Pamela Deckard will now serve as the Finger Lake District Administrative Assistant. “Pam brings to this work a high level of competence, commitment, and experience,” he said. “As a lifelong United Methodist, she understands well the strength…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/finger-lakes-district-welcomes-new-administrative-assistant
February 10, 2016 Oneonta District Newsletter
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Hi Friends, Click here to view a PDF of the Oneonta District Newsletter for this week. The District Newsletter can also be downloaded in 3 different formats at the Oneonta District website:https://sites.google.com/site/oneontadistrictumc/ Peace, Teresa Oneonta District Office P.O. Box 668- 64 Chestnut Street, Oneonta NY 13820 Phone & Fax: (607)…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/february-10-2016-oneonta-district-newsletter