Office of Connectional Ministries
New York Annual Conference
June 12, 2012 |
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NYAC Imagine No Malaria T-Shirts | 
The Imagine No Malaria t-shirt sold out in an astonishing 15 minutes at the annual conference last weekend. Many people were disappointed because they wanted to use the t-shirts to kick-off their own local fundraising programs to raise money for the United Methodist effort to eradicate malaria around the world. "Not to fear," says Ann Pearson, "more t-shirts will be on their way to all who want them!" The cost per shirt is $7 (includes shipping). Order as many t-shirts as you need online by going to>> |
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In the Time of Transition |
- 50 ways to say hello and goodbye (to a pastor).
- Help for musicians applying and interviewing for church positions.
- The United Methodist Book of Worship offers several services for the Celebration of an Appointment (page 595) and An Order of Farewell to a Pastor (page 598).
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Bringing Bible Study to All Generations |
Christian educator Elizabeth Christie and Rev. Bill Pfohl joined forces last week at the New York Annual Conference to bring to life a two-part, multi-generational Bible study entitled "Good and Bad Samaritans. To read more, see page three of The Vision Update>>. To download the handouts distributed at the Bible studies: |
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Summer (and beyond) Worship Aids | |
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Lectionary Hymn Recommendations | |
"On the Beach, the Waves of Waters": A hymn by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette celebrating summer life, set to HYMN TO JOY tune. As the author writes, "It's for everyone who enjoys the shore and the beach."
Flash Mob Worship: By Doug Lawrence. Don't miss the embedded WATCH THIS video.
Best Practices: Whom Do We Please?: What's the purpose of your worship service and how do you measure success? |
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Safe Sanctuaries Updates |  The General Board of Discipleship's Safe Sanctuaries website has been updated. Get detailed information on "Getting Started" and "Updating" Safe Sanctuaries policies. Other helpful links including "Reporting Abuse" now includes information for young victims and a flow chart that offers clear steps to reporting abuse. New this fall: Safe Sanctuaries: The Church Responds to Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of Older Adults by Joy Thornburg Melton will be available from The Upper Room online store in Fall 2012. Read more>> Also, the Conference on Ministry with Children 2013 will offer a full day seminar for Annual Conference leaders in Safe Sanctuaries. This will take place the week of July 22-26, 2013 in Greenville, South Carolina. Registration information will be available in September 2012. |
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Short Takes
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- "Follow Him!" Empowerment Event for youth on Saturday, June 30, will be at the Bushwick Parish church in Brooklyn. For more information and to register, go to>>
- Clergy Housing Handbook: Parsonages - The handbook includes checklists, reports of best practices and a sample parsonage agreement. Click for a copy>>
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Cooperative School of Christian Mission | |
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Hurricane Irene Recovery "Adopt a Project" |  Rebuilding the homes and lives of the families affected by the floods in the Catskills continues. There are still many unmet needs, and your help can get people back into their homes. Individuals and groups can volunteer, you or your organization can add value to the gift cards to pay for appliances and building materials, or you can make a donation to "NYAC Hurricane Irene Recovery." For more information, go to>> |
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Register for Aldersgate 2012 | |
 Aldersgate Renewal Ministries, an affiliate of the General Board of Discipleship through The Upper Room, is sponsoring a family conference this summer in Charleston, WV this July 11-15. This is the largest United Methodist FAMILY conference available. There is excellent programming from nursery on up to senior citizens. For information and to register>> Find them on Facebook>>
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Stewardship in Action: Financial Planning From a Christian Perspective
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 Free financial planning seminars are is being offered to both laity and clergy around the conference. Pre-registration is necessary.
East Avenue UMC, Norwalk, Saturday, June 16, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
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Worship and Music |
- No Pianist? No Problem! Accompaniment is now available for the new Worship & Song collection. Learn more about the 7-CD set of accompaniments and arrangements.
- Lectionary Correction for June 17: The error is on page 233 of the Book of Worship, Year B, the "Sunday between June 12 and June 18 inclusive." The Psalm appointed for that day is listed as Psalm 20 or Psalm 72 (UMH 795). The correct citation should be Psalm 20 or Psalm 92 (UMH 811). That Sunday comes up this year on June 17, 2012.
- Drew Summer Music Institute, July 26-27. Keynote speaker: Mark Miller. See flyer>>
- Free Piano Accompaniments: These piano accompaniments of familiar hymns are provided are intended to accompany congregational singing for those churches that are unable to provide accompaniment for singing. All accompaniments are provided without copyright. You may use them for any purpose without charge or having to seek permission. Click here for free downloads>>
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Ann Pearson
Director of Connectional Ministries
New York Annual Conference, United Methodist Church
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