CWSRecovery Tools and Training Program - Jan 22, 24 or 25
January 09, 2013
New York State Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster, Church World Service, and partners would like to invite you to the CWSRecovery Tools and Training Program.This training opportunity will bring valuable information for everyone involved in the long term recovery process.
News regarding the Reverend St. Clair Samuel
January 08, 2013
The Reverend St. Clair Samuel has served faithfully and effectively as District Superintendent for the Metropolitan District over the past 2 years. Recently, after discernment and prayer, he has requested the opportunity of returning to the local church to fulfill his passion for congregational ministry.
Letter from Bishop McLee - Farewell to Evelyn Brunson; Welcome to Cheryl Fortune
December 17, 2012
This week we say farewell to Sister Evelyn Brunson, who is retiring after 15 1/2 years of dedicated and faithful service as the Administrative Assistant to the Bishop. She has undergirded the Episcopal endeavors of Bishops Lyght, Park, and myself.
Letter from Bishop McLee - Sandy Hook Tragedy
December 14, 2012
By now you may have heard of the unimaginable tragedy that occurred today at the Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut. The prayers of the nation and even the world are now directed toward the families of the Sandy Hook – Newtown community.
Sandy: West Ohio ERTs Return to Help
December 14, 2012
A team of eight people from the Hilliard Early Response Team traveled to Long Island, NY, from November 12-17, to help with the clean-up following Hurricane Sandy. Leading the team were Grant and Mary Ann Fish, members of Hilliard United Methodist Church, in Hilliard, Ohio.
FEMA Extends NY Deadlines
December 11, 2012
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has extended the deadline in 13 New York counties for homeowners and small businesses to apply for assistance related to superstorm Sandy. The new deadline is Jan. 28, 2013; the previous one was Dec. 31. According to a December 11 online report from Newsday, FEMA spokesman Ed Conley said, “The extension is for homeowners and renters registering for FEMA disaster assistance grants and for homeowners, renters and businesses applying for SBA low-interest ...
12/10/12 : New Disaster Trailer Arrives
December 10, 2012
It's ready to be tricked out for use on Long Island!
12/10/12 : St. Mark's UMC, Rockville Centre, N.Y.
December 10, 2012
Here is an update for St. Mark’s UMC in Rockville Centre, N.Y.:
Last minute ideas for Advent Programs
December 07, 2012
The Resource Library has a list of 12 new DVD Christmas/Advent titles that can help with last minute programming needs.
Breaking News - Hurricane Sandy Disaster Response
December 05, 2012
New York Disaster Relief has recently received gifts totaling more than $100,000.00 from sources outside of the conference. Click title to read more...