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Background Checks
| Last edited on November 6, 2024 | Search Score: 0
Background checks need to be done for all persons working with children, youth, and vulnerable adults. They must be updated every two year. Below are several web based programs to use. Over 20 years of experience More than 5,000 active clients A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau Member, National…
Ministry Shares
| Last edited on February 12, 2025 | Search Score: 0
Click here to download the 2025 Ministry Shares Allocation document. Click here to download a printable brochure explaining everything you need to know about Ministry Shares for 2025. What are Ministry Shares? A Ministry Share is a pro-ration of Conference and General Church budgets among the local churches based on…
Editorial Policy
| Last edited on February 4, 2026 | Search Score: 0
The content, news, events, and other information published on the Upper New York Conference website), in the Weekly Digest electronic newsletter, UNY notes, district newsletters, and the UNY UMC app must conform to the principles and policies of The United Methodist Church (UMC) and the Upper New York Conference. Official…
UNY Task Force for Palestine-Israel
| Last edited on July 25, 2024 | Search Score: 0
The spiritual journey (as a United Methodist Task Force) began about 25 years ago. Bishop Stith had encouraged trips to the Holy Land. After many tours of the holy sites, there was a growing concern that we meet the “Living Stones:” Palestinians and Israelis who are living the story of…
http://www.unyumc.org/ministries/palestine-israel-task-force
Social Holiness (Church & Society)
| Last edited on April 1, 2025 | Search Score: 0
The intent of this group is to provide, within the bounds of the Upper New York Annual Conference, for certain of the functions described and suggested in The Book of Discipline, ¶629, specifically those functions related to ministries of justice, advocacy, mercy, love, and ministries related to the “Social Principles”…
UMCOR Bucket Drop-Off Locations
| Last edited on March 29, 2023 | Search Score: 0
UMCOR collects cleaning, hygiene, and menstrual hygiene kits. There are several locations in Upper New York that accept these kits. UMCOR collects cleaning, hygiene, and school kits. Click here to learn how to prepare a kit. Below is a list of places that are UMCOR bucket drop-off locations. It's best…
http://www.unyumc.org/mission/umcor-bucket-drop-off-locations
Emmanuel Faith Community is reaching out and growing
posted on December 3, 2014 | Search Score: 0
The Sunday worship service at Emmanuel Faith Community Church in Rensselaer takes place in the basement. Straight-backed chairs on a linoleum floor. No soaring architecture, no fellowship hall. On this particular Sunday, the room is stacked with furniture, lamps and other household items. But as she looks out onto the…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/emmanuel-faith-community-is-reaching-out-and-growing
UNY Leaders continue work with FACT team
posted on December 2, 2014 | Search Score: 0
Once again leadership from around the Upper New York Conference gathered with some of the brightest minds in the general agencies of The United Methodist Church on Nov. 22, 2014 as a part of the Financial Advisory Consulting Team (FACT) process. The previous meeting was Sept. 13 following a series…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/uny-leaders-continue-work-with-the-fact-team
DiCocco to helm communications for New England Conference
posted on December 1, 2014 | Search Score: 0
Bishop Sudarshana Devadhar left Upper New York when he was elected to the episcopacy in July 2004; he was assigned to the New England Conference in 2012. The New England Conference Office will take another Upper New York transplant when Beth DiCocco begins her new role as that conference’s Director…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/dicocco-to-helm-communications-for-new-england-conference
Seneca Street UMC offers thanks for holiday generosity
posted on December 1, 2014 | Search Score: 0
Seneca Street UMC Pastor Brian Rotach offered the following message of appreciation to the “many churches that responded to the food emergency at Seneca Street Church in Buffalo, following record-breaking snow fall.” Pastor RotachGOD IS GOOD! Tons of food came in from every direction! Only 20 turkeys and 30 meal…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/seneca-street-umc-offers-thanks-for-holiday-generosity
Bishop Webb calls for prayers for the Buffalo area in wake of record snowfall
posted on November 20, 2014 | Search Score: 0
As the Buffalo area continues to deal with record snowfall, I thank you for your prayers for all affected as they move through this and offer support to neighbors. Other areas of Upper New York have also seen significant snow, and we pray for those residents as well. Niagara Frontier…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/bishop-webb-calls-for-prayers-for-the-buffalo-area
Jason Moore shares with young clergy the five questions that visitors won’t ask
posted on November 18, 2014 | Search Score: 0
In that long line at the mall this Christmas shopping season, there may be a few mystery shoppers. These covert consumers are paid to provide details on all facets of their shopping experience – from prices to customer service. Jason Moore, who is a creative worship specialist, author and worship…
Project Christina: Grief turned into joy for others
posted on November 14, 2014 | Search Score: 0
When Sarah Bieling and her husband met 5-and-a-half-year-old Christina in March 2013, it was “love at first sight.” Christina, a foster child, was being cared for by the Bielings' daughter in Florida. Though they were separated by distance, the Bielings became very close to their foster granddaughter. Like many foster…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/project-christina-grief-turned-into-joy-for-others
135,000 pounds of potatoes ‘dropped’ by UMM
posted on November 10, 2014 | Search Score: 0
The Upper New York United Methodist Men, in conjunction with the Society of St. Andrew, held Potato Drops at three locations around the Conference and distributed 135,000 pounds of potatoes to food pantries, service groups and individuals.Unloading potatoes at the Nov. 1 drop in Campville. Photo courtesy of John Conklin.…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/135000-pounds-of-potatoes-dropped-by-umm
Skye Farm honored as community partner
posted on November 7, 2014 | Search Score: 0
Pictured above, from left: Brent Azaert, 4-H participant and master of ceremonies for Annual Meeting & Volunteer Recognition Dinner; Skye Farm Director Jim Daly, and James Seeley, Warren County CCE executive director. Photo by Amy Sabattis, CCE. Skye Farm Camp & Retreat Center was recognized as a “community partner” by…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/skye-farm-honored-as-community-partner
Churches plan Charge Conference mission project
posted on November 6, 2014 | Search Score: 0
Churches in the Oneonta District have participated in joint, regional Charge Conferences for the past couple of years. But this year, one group of churches is trying something new: Using part of that time to do a mission project together. The 12 churches that call themselves Gospel Hills Ministries will…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/churches-plan-charge-conference-mission-project
Benefits and Administrative Services Staff
| Last edited on November 12, 2024 | Search Score: 0
Tracy Rickett Human Resources Manager Email | Phone: (315) 898-2000 Ext. 2017 Responsible Areas/Functions: Recruitment and Retention Employee Training Federal and State Employment Law Compliance Workers Compensation, Disability, Unemployment Wellness Program Coordinator Job Opportunities Julie Valeski Benefits Officer Email | Phone: (315) 898-2000 Ext. 2001 Responsible Areas/Functions: Health Insurance and…
Connectional Ministries Staff
| Last edited on July 17, 2023 | Search Score: 0
Rev. William Gottschalk-Fielding Assistant to the Bishop Email | Phone: (315) 898-2020 Responsible Areas/Functions: Chief of Staff for Upper New York Works directly with the resident bishop and staff to support the mission of Upper New York Strategic and day-to-day alignment of human and financial resources with the purpose of…
Finance Staff
| Last edited on October 14, 2024 | Search Score: 0
Bob Flask Treasurer Email | Phone: (315) 898-2000 Ext. 2008 Responsible Areas/Functions: Daily management of finance operations Budget & Spending Plan development CF&A and Trustee related work Jim Rowley Finance Manager Email | Phone: (315) 898-2000 Ext. 2010 Responsible Areas/Functions: Accounting and reporting concerns General Ledger General Tax questions Trina…
CCYM Adult Contact Information
| Last edited on August 12, 2025 | Search Score: 0
You can connect with all of the adult co-coordinators by emailing youth@unyumc.org or email them individually at the addresses below. Adult Co-Coordinators: Rev. Gregg Steirhiem, pastorgreggumc@gmail.com, (412) 200-0417 Rev. Tony Hipes, tjhipes@gmail.com, (607) 624-2989 Laura Clark, lclark@fumceg.org, (518) 396-7778 Adult Members by District: Adirondack: Albany: Laura Clark, lclark@fumceg.org, (518) 396-7778…
http://www.unyumc.org/ministries/ccym-adult-contact-information