Weekly Digest: Wednesday, July 22, 2020 Upper New York Conference
Weekly Digest: Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Upper New York Conference <updates@unyumc.org>
Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Weekly Digest Wednesday, July 22, 2020
From the Desk of Bishop Webb: What the Oct. 3 session of Annual Conference will look like
A Message from Bishop Mark J Webb
As you are aware, earlier this year, the Upper New York Conference postponed Annual Conference with the hope of gathering together on Saturday, Oct. 3. The ongoing realities of COVID-19 and our commitment to the safety of those who will be a part of that gathering, have caused us to change these plans.
On Friday July 17, Upper New York (UNY) Area Resident Bishop Mark J. Webb, sent an important video announcement to the UNY Conference about what the Oct. 3, 2020 session of Annual Conference will look like as the world continues to try to keep people safe from COVID-19.
Click here to watch the video.
Click here to read an article about the changes in Annual Conference planned for this fall.
Media Resource Center to partially reopen on Aug. 1
The Media Resource Center will begin lending and accepting back overdue resources on Aug. 1. Please send back any items that you currently have as soon as possible. If you need to readjust return dates, please contact Karen Campolieto, Media Resource Coordinator and Archives Assistant. The Media Center will not be available for personal pick-up, but you can mail materials until further notice as our offices are still officially closed to the public at this time.
The spiritual practice of mandalas
Mandalas by Nancy Dibelius
Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, Upper New York Assistant Director of Vital Congregations for Spiritual Life, the Rev. Nancy Dibelius, has been providing videos of helpful spiritual practices to help deepen people’s relationship to God during this difficult time.
This week, Rev. Dibelius discusses a form of artistic prayer, known as mandalas. In this practice, Rev. Dibelius reads a passage from the Bible and as you reflect on the passage, you draw a mandala, which is circular with images within it—the circle representing wholeness and unity. Click here to watch this video and get ready to connect with God artistically.
Dismantling Racism Resource—Faith Talks webinar tomorrow at 6 p.m. EST
The UMC is leading a sustained and coordinated effort through General Conference, Aug. 29 to Sept. 7, 2021, to actively engage in the ministry of dismantling racism and promoting racial justice. The UNY Conference Communications team will regularly share worship, advocacy, and educational resources to help with this important campaign.
Today we refer you to a Faith Talks webinar/podcast. Faith Talks are monthly conversations with United Methodist Women hosted by Jennifer R. Farmer. Each conversation explores themes and resources that empower us to put faith, hope, and love into action. Tomorrow, Thursday July 23 at 6 p.m. EST, Jennifer will discuss dismantling racism. Click here to register. Click here to listen to the webinar/podcast at a later date.
NY State Executive Order related to traveling to COVID-19 hotspots—current list
On June 25, Governor Cuomo issued Executive Order 205 that requires individuals traveling to NY from states with significant community spread of COVID-19 will be required to quarantine for 14 days.
This list is updated daily. As of July 22, this order applied to anyone traveling from Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin.
Click here to view the list of states that will be updated online as the data changes.
This includes any NY residents who visit those states for an extended period and return home to NY.
Coronavirus creating opportunities in Zimbabwe and Congo
We hear many stories about some of the positives that are coming out of the pandemic. In the Upper New York Conference, for example, local churches are finding new ways to connect with their congregants and neighbors, especially through digital means. Individuals are learning new skills.
Inspiring stories like this are happening around the world in the United Methodist Church. Young United Methodists in Zimbabwe and Congo are building new businesses or adapting old ones to make ends meet during the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to read this inspiring story about how young United Methodist entrepreneurs in these African countries are turning to social media to succeed in their business pursuits.
Updates: July 16 - 22
Death Notice: Rev. Vivian Summerville
Please keep family and friends of Rev. Vivian Summerville (retired) in your prayers. Rev. Summerville, 74, died on July 16. She served several Upper New York churches, including Lycoming UMC, New Haven UMC, and others. Funeral services were held earlier in the day on July 22. Condolences can be sent to her husband, Frederick Summerville, 787 County Route 55, Fulton, NY 13069. Click here to read the full obituary.
Prayer Request: Jenna Amberge
Please keep Jenna Amberge, Assistant Director of Sky Lake Camp & Retreat Center, and her family in your prayers. Jenna’s brother, Eric Amberge, died on July 13. Click here to read’s Eric’s full obituary.
Quick Links
Advocate * Benefits/Pension * Bishop Mark J. Webb
Bridge * Calendar * Camp & Retreat Ministries (CRM) * Classifieds
Conference Council on Youth Ministries (CCYM) * Contact Us
Disaster Response * Finance * Forms
Job Opportunities * Media Resource Center * Volunteers-in-Mission
Volunteer Opportunities * Weekly Digest
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Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Weekly Digest Wednesday, July 22, 2020
From the Desk of Bishop Webb: What the Oct. 3 session of Annual Conference will look like
A Message from Bishop Mark J Webb
As you are aware, earlier this year, the Upper New York Conference postponed Annual Conference with the hope of gathering together on Saturday, Oct. 3. The ongoing realities of COVID-19 and our commitment to the safety of those who will be a part of that gathering, have caused us to change these plans.
On Friday July 17, Upper New York (UNY) Area Resident Bishop Mark J. Webb, sent an important video announcement to the UNY Conference about what the Oct. 3, 2020 session of Annual Conference will look like as the world continues to try to keep people safe from COVID-19.
Click here to watch the video.
Click here to read an article about the changes in Annual Conference planned for this fall.
Media Resource Center to partially reopen on Aug. 1
The Media Resource Center will begin lending and accepting back overdue resources on Aug. 1. Please send back any items that you currently have as soon as possible. If you need to readjust return dates, please contact Karen Campolieto, Media Resource Coordinator and Archives Assistant. The Media Center will not be available for personal pick-up, but you can mail materials until further notice as our offices are still officially closed to the public at this time.
The spiritual practice of mandalas
Mandalas by Nancy Dibelius
Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, Upper New York Assistant Director of Vital Congregations for Spiritual Life, the Rev. Nancy Dibelius, has been providing videos of helpful spiritual practices to help deepen people’s relationship to God during this difficult time.
This week, Rev. Dibelius discusses a form of artistic prayer, known as mandalas. In this practice, Rev. Dibelius reads a passage from the Bible and as you reflect on the passage, you draw a mandala, which is circular with images within it—the circle representing wholeness and unity. Click here to watch this video and get ready to connect with God artistically.
Dismantling Racism Resource—Faith Talks webinar tomorrow at 6 p.m. EST
The UMC is leading a sustained and coordinated effort through General Conference, Aug. 29 to Sept. 7, 2021, to actively engage in the ministry of dismantling racism and promoting racial justice. The UNY Conference Communications team will regularly share worship, advocacy, and educational resources to help with this important campaign.
Today we refer you to a Faith Talks webinar/podcast. Faith Talks are monthly conversations with United Methodist Women hosted by Jennifer R. Farmer. Each conversation explores themes and resources that empower us to put faith, hope, and love into action. Tomorrow, Thursday July 23 at 6 p.m. EST, Jennifer will discuss dismantling racism. Click here to register. Click here to listen to the webinar/podcast at a later date.
NY State Executive Order related to traveling to COVID-19 hotspots—current list
On June 25, Governor Cuomo issued Executive Order 205 that requires individuals traveling to NY from states with significant community spread of COVID-19 will be required to quarantine for 14 days.
This list is updated daily. As of July 22, this order applied to anyone traveling from Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin.
Click here to view the list of states that will be updated online as the data changes.
This includes any NY residents who visit those states for an extended period and return home to NY.
Coronavirus creating opportunities in Zimbabwe and Congo
We hear many stories about some of the positives that are coming out of the pandemic. In the Upper New York Conference, for example, local churches are finding new ways to connect with their congregants and neighbors, especially through digital means. Individuals are learning new skills.
Inspiring stories like this are happening around the world in the United Methodist Church. Young United Methodists in Zimbabwe and Congo are building new businesses or adapting old ones to make ends meet during the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to read this inspiring story about how young United Methodist entrepreneurs in these African countries are turning to social media to succeed in their business pursuits.
Updates: July 16 - 22
Death Notice: Rev. Vivian Summerville
Please keep family and friends of Rev. Vivian Summerville (retired) in your prayers. Rev. Summerville, 74, died on July 16. She served several Upper New York churches, including Lycoming UMC, New Haven UMC, and others. Funeral services were held earlier in the day on July 22. Condolences can be sent to her husband, Frederick Summerville, 787 County Route 55, Fulton, NY 13069. Click here to read the full obituary.
Prayer Request: Jenna Amberge
Please keep Jenna Amberge, Assistant Director of Sky Lake Camp & Retreat Center, and her family in your prayers. Jenna’s brother, Eric Amberge, died on July 13. Click here to read’s Eric’s full obituary.
Quick Links
Advocate * Benefits/Pension * Bishop Mark J. Webb
Bridge * Calendar * Camp & Retreat Ministries (CRM) * Classifieds
Conference Council on Youth Ministries (CCYM) * Contact Us
Disaster Response * Finance * Forms
Job Opportunities * Media Resource Center * Volunteers-in-Mission
Volunteer Opportunities * Weekly Digest
Join our mailing list
Upper New York Conference | 7481 Henry Clay Boulevard
Liverpool, New Yotprk 13088, United States
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