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In his hand is the life of every creature
and the breath of all mankind.'
Job 12:10
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Adirondack District
Newsletter
March 10, 2018
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Is your newsletter "cutting off" at the margin?
Try clicking on the link at the top of this newsletter that says,
"Having trouble viewing this email?"
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Miss something? Not all information is repeated each week
To view Local Church Events sent on March 7,
Click here
To view the District Newsletter sent on Feb. 24,
Click here
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You're invited .. And please invite others!
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Please join us for these District-wide events!
Mission Day:
Saturday, March 24. 9:30 to 11:30 AM at the Plattsburgh UMC, or from 2 to 4 PM that same afternoon at the Queensbury UMC. Mike Block, Conference Director of Missional Engagement will share information about how you can become involved with Mission work at the local or conference level.
Adirondack District United Methodist Women's Spring Gathering:
Saturday, April 14 at the Hudson Falls UMC: 9:15 AM registration; program starts at 10 AM. "Stay N Alive.' All women are invited. You do not have to be a member of UMW. Contact Carrie for a registration form.
Imagine No Racism Launch Day: Saturday, April 24
from 12:30 to 4 PM at the Saratoga Springs UMC. If you are passionate about racial justice, you are encouraged to attend. This is a Conference-wide initiative.
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District Advocates Play Key Role in Imagine No Racism program
Racism is a disease that infects the hearts, minds, souls and bodies of individuals,
churches, and communities.
In the Upper New York Annual Conference, we are creating Imagine No Racism District Teams to help us imagine this as a Conference. To view Bishop Mark Webb's invitation to be a District Advocate,
Click here
For more information about the program,
Click here
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For Youth and Young Adults
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Please share with your youth!
OUTWARD! Event Coming Soon
The Conference Council on Youth Ministries (CCYM) will host OUTWARD! 2018
from April 13-15 at the Syracuse-Liverpool Holiday Inn, 441 Electronics Parkway in Liverpool.
This year's event has a different focus.
The schedule will include opportunities for hands-on mission work. But the event will also feature some beloved traditions, including workshops, late-night options, Spirit-filled worship experiences, and an awesome band, SAMECITY.
This year's worship speaker is Michael Jordan, dean of the chapel and chair of the biblical studies, theology and philosophy department at Houghton College.
Click here for the registration form. Note there will be no online registration.
Click here for more information and to see a slideshow of last year's event.
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Students: Apply now for 2018 UNY Conference scholarship!
United Methodist high school seniors and college students are invited to apply for a Lottie Brown Grant.
For more information and to apply, Click here
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Northeastern Jurisdictional Council on Youth Ministries:
Mission of Peace Trip
The Upper New York Conference is looking for four youth members to participate in the
Northeastern Jurisdictional (NEJ) Council on Youth Ministries upcoming Mission of Peace (MOP) mission trip to the Philippines next year.
If selected, each youth member must raise money to support their MOP and, upon their return, share their experience. Click here to learn more and to download a PDF to apply. The deadline for submission is April 9.
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Tax changes and Local Church Giving
Discipleship Ministries Webinar:
Thursday, March 22
5:30 PM EDT
Few of us have seen changes to the Tax system as sweeping as those approved at the end of 2017 (to go
into effect this year and beyond). One area of great interest, impact and anxiety for leaders in the church is the increase of the standard deduction with fewer taxpayers being able to itemize deductions, including charitable giving. Some say the impact will be minimal, others say
it could be catastrophic for churches and other non-profit that rely on smaller gift donors. How can we face the future with faith not fear?
This webinar is provided at no cost thanks to your church's support of the World Service Fund!
For more information on the Webinar,
Click here
Type in "Tax Changes" in the search field
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Apply for United Methodist Frontier Foundation Grant
Last year the foundation awarded grants to three churches in the Upper NY Annual Conference for a feeding program, backpack give-away, and mission coordinator. The deadline for submission is March 28. For more information, Click here
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Annual Conference Updates
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Registration Open for 2018 Annual Conference Pastors and Lay Members to Conference, registration is now open for the Upper New York Annual Conference session, held May 30-June 2 at the SRC Arena at Onondaga Community College in Syracuse. Click here for more information, including the registration form, the menu, and the housing form.
The Upper New York Conference will be frequently releasing news items related to "What you need to know about the 2018 Annual Conference." Click here to read more.
Spotlight on Upper New York Annual Conference 2018
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study leader, Dr. Rev. Gregory Jones:
The Rev. Dr. Gregory Jones of Duke Divinity School will be the guest study leader at this year's Annual Conference. Rev. Jones' emphasis will be on living our call in the Wesleyan Way. His two presentations are titled: "The End is our Beginning" and "Forming Christians for Social Innovation." For more information, Click here
Bishop Dennis Proctor serving as Annual Conference 2018 Ordination speaker
Click here to read more about Bishop Proctor of the North Eastern Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Zion Church.
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Safe Sanctuaries Training to be offered
Saturday, April 28, 8:45 AM sign-in; training is 9 AM to Noon, at the Hudson Falls UMC,
227 Main St., Hudson Falls (12839). If you plan to attend, please RSVP to Carrie Boyer by April 13 at
adirondackdistrict@unyumc.org or (518) 480-4866. She will then send you the training handout via email.
A reminder that all clergy, certified lay ministers serving churches and supply pastors are required to take this training (one-time only).
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Several Lay Servant Classes to be Offered
As disciples of Jesus Christ, we are all called to a life of servanthood. For many
laypersons, Lay Servant Ministries of The United Methodist Church is a part of their faith journey as they seek a closer relationship with God through Jesus Christ. The courses offered in this program can help an individual on their personal faith journey or help prepare them as servants of leadership through the ministries of leading, caring, and communicating.
For more information on upcoming classes and for information on Certified Lay Minister training, Click here
For more information about Lay Servant Ministries, Click here
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Order Resources from Media Resource Center
The Media Resource Center is a free lending library supported through your ministry share dollars.
To learn more about the center and to look through the online catalog
Click here
You will find a multitude of DVD studies, curriculum, and support materials for your use!
Consultations are always available. Not only can you order resources in person, it's also easy to
order resources through the online catalog, by email to Media Resource Coordinator Karen Campolieto @
karen@unyumc.org, or by phone (315) 898-2027 and they will be mailed right to your church.
It only takes a couple of days to receive the materials.
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From the Conference Office
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UNY Conference 2019 Narrative Budget booklet available
The first draft of the UNY Conference 2019 Narrative Budget booklet has been released.
As changes are needed, these digital copies of the budget booklets will be updated. When all updates are completed in the coming months, printed copies of the budget booklet will be available in the District Offices and at the UNY Conference Center. The final budget booklet will also be added to the 2018 Conference Journal, Vol. I.
To view the booklet from the Conference website,
Click here
To view from "Issuu"
Click here
Printed copies of the Narrative Budget booklets will be made available at all District offices and are currently available at the United Methodist Center. Contact your District office to request your copy.
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Sign up for the Weekly Digest
The Weekly Digest is a wrap-up of news and information, along with feature articles, direct links to several "hot spots" on the Conference website, photos and more.
If you don't already subscribe but would like to look at this week's issue, be in touch with Carrie. To sign up to receive the Weekly Digest beginning next week, click here:
Weekly Digest
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Previously Run/Ongoing Interest
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2018 Camp Registration Open!
Registration for 2018 Summer Programs is now open!
Click here to browse all of our 2018 summer programs and to register. Don't forget to take advantage of our Early Bird ($10 before May 1), Sibling ($20 per camper), and Refer-A-Friend ($40 for the referring friend) discounts! We've got big things planned this summer and we want YOU to be part of it! Register today! If there are any questions, please contact us at (toll free) 855-414-6400 or info@campsandretreats.org
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United Methodist Men to Host Retreat
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Bishop Swanson |
We are very excited to be hosting this dynamic retreat at Sky Lake in Windsor, NY, September 7-8. The retreat is open to all w
omen, children and men.
The Keynote Speaker is Bishop James E. Swanson Sr.
For the full article,
Click here
To read more about Bishop Swanson,
Click here
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UMW Assembly 2018 in Columbus, Ohio
United Methodist Women Assembly 2018, "The Power of Bold," is a time for fellowship, equipping for service
and collectively experiencing God's call to mission with women, children and youth. Through moving worship, inspiring speakers, engaging exhibits, riveting workshops and town hall-style meetings, participants will leave Assembly with knowledge, courage and determination to change the world as part of a daring and compassionate 150-year-old movement of women committed to turning faith, hope and love into action.
To learn more about the event and to register
Click here
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How You Can Help Storm and Earthquake Victims
Contribute Funds for Disaster Relief:
Thanks to churches who have taken a special collection for the victims of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria and the Mexico City earthquakes.
You may send contributions to the Finance Department at the United Methodist Center, 7481 Henry Clay Blvd., Liverpool, NY, 13088. Please make checks payable to UNYAC and designate money to a fund or funds that have been established:
Hurricane Harvey - #481
Hurricane Irma - #482
Hurricane Maria- #483
Mexico City Earthquakes - #611
2017 Storms - #474
UMCOR U.S. Disaster Response - #692
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Finance Department, 855-424-7878, ext. 2004.
For instruction on how to assemble kits, Click here
The Upper New York Conference's Mission Central Hub is a place for local churches to actively engage in outreach and disaster response ministries:
Click here
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District Contact Information
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Adirondack District
of the Upper New York Conference
Rev. William (Bill) Mudge, District Superintendent
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Rev. Bill Mudge |
Carrie Boyer, Administrative Assistant
Physical Location: 15 Maplewood Parkway (South Glens Falls UMC)
South Glens Falls 12803 (GPS)
Mailing Address: PO Box 590, Glens Falls, NY 12801
(518) 480-4866
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