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Bishop Webb shares UMC response to Ebola
posted on October 20, 2014 | Search Score: 0
In a letter to the members of the Upper New York Conference Bishop Mark J. Webb shares about the United Methodist Response to the Ebola epidemic. “The United Methodist Church is bringing hope to individuals and families affected by Ebola,” he wrote. “Over 300 United Methodist hospitals, clinics and health…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/bishop-webb-shares-umc-response-to-ebola
Members approve new Conference Center
posted on October 18, 2014 | Search Score: 0
Read the expanded story Members of the Upper New York Annual Conference voted to approve the Trustees' recommendation to purchase a building to serve as the new Conference Center. With the approval of the recommendation, the Trustees will pursue purchasing a 33,000-square-foot building at 7481 Henry Clay Blvd. in Liverpool…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/members-approve-new-conference-center
Extended Cabinet and ethnic minority pastors have honest conversation
posted on October 16, 2014 | Search Score: 0
On Sept. 19, 2014, the Upper New York Conference Extended Cabinet gathered together with ethnic minority pastors from around the Conference for a time of fellowship, conversation, and worship. The time was led by Bishop Ernest Lyght, retired, and had been planned for over a year. “We’ve been planning this…
UNY Trustees elect new officers
posted on October 15, 2014 | Search Score: 0
At its most recent meeting on Oct. 6, 2014, the Upper New York Conference Board of Trustees elected new officers, including a new board president, Pastor John A. Jackson. He replaces Deborah Byers, who chose not to seek another term. Jackson is semi-retired, maintaining a limited solo law and dispute-resolution…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/uny-trustees-elect-new-officers
Districts
| Last edited on January 21, 2026 | Search Score: 0
As a large Conference with over 600 churches and New Faith Communities, district connection and leadership is of the highest importance to United Methodists of Upper New York. It is the role of the annual conference to walk alongside the local church in making disciples by providing support, encouragement, and…
District AAs create guiding principles for their work
posted on October 15, 2014 | Search Score: 0
Upper New York's 12 District Administrative Assistants, or AAs, do the same job – though perhaps in different ways, and certainly in different places. As part of a “continuing effort to have districts operate in similar ways and to keep communication open for best practices,” the Conference hosts meetings each…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/district-aas-create-guiding-principles-for-their-work
Conference hosts Path 1 coaching training
posted on October 15, 2014 | Search Score: 0
What do Pat Summit, Don Shula and your pastor have in common? Well, the first two were coaches – and your pastor may be one as well. Planting a new faith community or revitalizing an existing church requires many gifts and graces. While the planters, pastors and church leaders who…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/conference-hosts-path-1-coaching-training
Church celebrates its connection to Africa
posted on October 15, 2014 | Search Score: 0
Pictured above: Ashley Riddell, Conference Multimedia/Web Coordinator, with Privilege, then 11, who Riddell met on a 2013 mission trip to Zimbabwe. It was fitting that on World Communion Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, the Port Byron UMC was celebrating The United Methodist Church's connection to Africa. Specifically, the morning service was…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/church-celelbrates-its-connection-to-africa
Job Opportunities
| Last edited on March 5, 2026 | Search Score: 0
E-Verify Participation poster You Have Rights poster Apply Now View most current job opportunities at the Upper New York Conference - including positions at Camp & Retreat Centers. Current job opportunities: Superintendency Administrative Assistant ($21.00 to $24.00 per hour) Seasonal Camp Staff - work with campers and retreat staff to…
Lay Servant Courses
| Last edited on April 24, 2026 | Search Score: 0
Adirondack District Albany District Binghamton District Cornerstone District Crossroads District Finger Lakes District Genesee Valley District Mohawk District Mountain View District Niagara Frontier District Northern Flow District Oneonta District Adirondack District Albany District Binghamton District Cornerstone District Crossroads District Leading Prayer May 20, 27, June 3, 10 from 6-9p.m. Zoom…
Board of Ordained Ministry
| Last edited on July 22, 2025 | Search Score: 0
The Board of Ordained Ministry (BOM) has many responsibilities, as outlined in paragraph 635 of the 2012 Book of Discipline. BOM is the credentialing body for clergy seeking commissioning and ordination in the Upper New York Annual Conference. This board of nearly 50 members (lay and clergy, appointed by the…
Schuyler Lake UMC celebrates rebuilding after fire
posted on October 3, 2014 | Search Score: 0
“Good morning, church; it's great to be here for a party,” Oneonta District Superintendent Jan Rowell told those gathered on Sept. 27, 2014 at the Schuyler Lake United Methodist Church. The congregation of “The Little White Church” and others who gathered that Saturday were indeed in a festive spirit. In…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/schuyler-lake-umc-celebrates-rebuilding-after-fire
Funding for youth ministries available through Violet’s Garden
posted on October 3, 2014 | Search Score: 0
Congregations are invited to apply for funding from Violet's Garden, a grant program designed to further the spiritual development of children and youth at the local-church level. Grants are awarded twice per year, in May and November, and congregations can apply for up to $2,000. These are one-time start-up grants.…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/funding-for-youth-ministries-available-through-violets-garden
UNY begins the FACT process
posted on October 3, 2014 | Search Score: 0
Over the summer, leaders from around the Upper New York Conference began laying the foundation for the Conference's participation in the Financial Advisory Consulting Team or FACT process. In short, the FACT process offers guidance and expertise from the General Church to Conference leaders, and gathers both General Church and…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/uny-begins-the-fact-process
Bishop poses big questions in small groups
posted on September 25, 2014 | Search Score: 0
Upper New York Area Resident Bishop Mark J. Webb wants to ask clergy some big-picture questions, and he's doing it by meeting in small groups. The bishop is hosting a series of gatherings in an effort to get to know clergy, let them build relationships with each other, and to…
http://www.unyumc.org/news/article/bishop-poses-big-questions-in-small-groups
Moore: Metaphors are like the glue that holds a good sermon together
posted on September 25, 2014 | Search Score: 0
There is a common fallacy out there: “If you want a more creative worship service, add a screen. Or two. Just follow that trend and you’ll add the technological pizzazz that your worship desperately needs.” Jason MooreBut creative worship specialist, author and worship coach Jason Moore of Midnight Oil Productions…