New York Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church

Today is our penultimate Thursday Centering and Reflection Time. To mark the coming end of this NYAC series, Revs. Matt Curry, Doris Dalton, David Gilmore and Jenna Johnson are back together again. Their discussion focuses on where they are, where they’re going and all they’ve learned in the year since the series began as a way to uplift and encourage our clergy/laity self-care. Watch and you'll glean more than a few sentimental refelctions, thoughtful nuggets and moments of true connection.

NYAC local churches continue to offer hope and practical assistance to people struggling during this unprecedented time. #nyacumc #nyacloveyourneighbor One new-ish example is First United Methodist Church's Food Sharing Ministry, birthed in response to the Pandemic and nurtured through connection and collaboration with other churches in the NYAC. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/2RLr9v2

We're exited to announce that Rev. Simeon Law has been appointed Superintendent of the New York Annual Conference (NYAC) Metropolitan District. #nyacumc #NewSeasonNYAC Read about Rev. Law and his appointment here: https://bit.ly/3f9QOFL then please leave a comment below to encourage Rev. Law as he prepares to enter into a new season of his ministry.

Bishop Bickerton recently sat down for a timely interview with Rev. Kennetha Bigham-Tsai of the Connectional Table. The complete interviewcovering a range of compelling topics, including whether it’s prudent or fair to hold the in-person 2021 General Conference, church polity, and the power of the United Methodist connectionis available on our website here: https://bit.ly/3l5ok1L Below is a short segment from the full interview...

During opening worship of the Council of Bishops meeting, this prayer for Election Day was shared by Bishop Ken Carter. It was written by Rev. Lisa Degrenia.

Have you heard? NYAC clergy forty-years-old or younger and appointed as a licensed local pastor, ordained or in the process of becoming an ordained deacon or elder in the United Methodist Church can apply for a one-time grant to cover educational debt. The DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS IS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6. Apply today: https://bit.ly/3kMyp3w

Thanks be to God for the lives of his saints!

Be strengthened... let that strength bridle your tongue, calm your anxiety, and create within you a peace that can only be described as the strength of the Lord... Read Bishop's complete pastoral letter: https://bit.ly/323LVID

Teeing up for our 12:45 start! Thanks and shout outs to everyone on the NYAC Annual Conference team for their attention to safety, detail and excellence as we move forward in this unfamiliar way.

A very different Annual Conference this year, yet blessings still abound.... We’ll go live here on Facebook and also on YouTube at 12:45 sharp.

The pews of the Church of St Paul and St Andrew (NYC) have made the front page of the New York Times for their use as an extension of the church's incredible food ministry. During this difficult season, food insecurity is on the rise in many of our communities. We thank God for the faithful ministries like this one! How is your congregation feeding the community?

What's your story and are you prepared to tell it? It's in unprecedented times like these that our individual stories of pain, triumph over adversity, hope, and deep faith are needed to be the glue that binds us together. With this in mind, all NYAC members are invited to take part in a unique opportunity on Saturday, November 7, 2020 to learn what it takes to find, nurture and share a your personal story in a way that educates, informs, and inspires. Space is limited, so please go here to learn more and register: https://bit.ly/3k8sW6N

#Weareallweary. All of us...

Is yours an Anti-Racist Congregation? The sad truth is, "love your neighbor" can be a challenging concept for some Christians. But it is still possible to create an anti-racist congregation. To find out how, register for tomorrow's evening of education and fellowship hosted by the Methodist Federation for Social Action of New York. The MFSA New York Fall 2020 Virtual Banquet begins at 6:30 sharp and the event will take place online, via Zoom. It'll be a fruitful online even...ing of fellowship and ample opportunities to learn and grow together with guest speaker, M. Garlinda Burton, the current interim general secretary and CEO of the Washington, D.C.-based General Commission on Religion and Race. Get the flyer here: https://bit.ly/340zkaO Register here: https://bit.ly/3dqhMYF