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May-June 2013
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CourierCatskill Hudson District
New York Annual Conference
Bishop: Martin D. McLee
Pastor and District Superintendent: Phone: 845-679-6350Rev. James Moore 71 Van Dale Rd., Woodstock, NY 12498Administrative Assistant: Holly Moore FAX (call first) 845-679-5692
Table of Contents
p.2 From Your D.S.: Trusting Psalm 121 in the Midst of Appointment Changesp.5 District Conference Dayp.6 District Conference Day Registration Formp.7 Youth Event at District Conference Dayp.8 District Lay Leadersp.8 Devotions for Annual Conferencep.9 District United Methodist Womenp.10 Mission Up.11 District Lay Servantsp.12 Ecuador VIM March Tripp.13 Catskill Hudson District Ecuador Mission Tripp.14 Andes UMW 200 Year Celebrationp.15 News from Our Campsp.16 Adult Camps at Kingswoodp.19 United Methodist Men to Honor First Respondersp.20 United Methodist Men in Missionp.21 District CalendarP.22 UMW Day in the Woods Registration Form
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A Word from Your DS: Trusting Psalm 121 in the Midst of Appointment Changes
This is the season of change for United Methodist churches and clergy as pastoral appointments are planned, implemented and announced, and the lives of many people – pastors and their families, churches and their members – are dramatically altered. Sometimes these changes are expected and welcomed, or if not welcomed at least accepted with calm, as in the case of a pastor attaining retirement and a church realizing that it is time for a new beginning with a new leader. Sometimes, though, these changes are very hard, as congregations grieve the departure of a pastor who has been well-loved and very effective, whom they had hoped would stay indefinitely, or as pastors are appointed to new charges where their gifts are needed, but they and their families face various losses– a spouse’s job, children’s friendships, and the comfort of working in a ministry that is familiar. Congregations receiving a new pastor may be understandably worried about whether their new leader will be effective. Pastors and their families may wonder, “Will we have any friends in our new community?” Appointment changes are indeed challenging.
Over the years as I have faced appointment changes, a few times in my own ministry and countless times now as a DS sharing the responsibility of appointing others, I have found tremendous assurance in the words of Psalm 121. The psalm-writer affirms an abiding faith in the God who made heaven and earth, who watches over his people, and promises to keep their lives. He ends with this promise: “The Lord will keep your going out and your coming in from this time on and forevermore.”
There will be a lot of going out and a lot of coming in – departures and welcomes, farewells and new beginnings, tears of loss and the excitement of new relationships – in the months ahead, and I am grateful for this promise that God is in the midst of all this change. For pastors, for their families, for congregations, and for communities this is a time for trusting that God is at work and for looking for all the ways in which we can join God’s work and be in tune with the new things God is doing.
Here are some of the changes that we will be experiencing in our Catskill Hudson District, effective July 1st:
Four of our pastors are retiring, namely Mark Del Giudice, Lorraine Coscia-Ackerman, Gerald Norris, and Bernice “B” West.
Mark Del Giudice entered pastoral ministry in 1996 after working in industry as a plant manager for many years, and also doing volunteer work with youth in a Korean church where his wife, Song, was a member. He served the Great Hill UMC in Seymour, Ct. for nine years before his appointment to First UMC in Walton in 2005. In 2009 Mark was also appointed to Bloomville UMC while continuing in the Walton church. Mark’s skill in organizing and
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leadership was particularly significant when Walton was ravaged by devastating floods in 2006. He was instrumental in guiding the recovery work as teams of volunteers came to help homeowners rebuild their homes, and in the work of restoring the Walton church building which had been severely damaged. Over the years he has also had a special interest in helping the church reach out to people in need, with a weekly soup supper, a daily lunch program for kids in the summer, and a huge community-wide Christmas dinner all becoming a major part of the Walton church’s ministry. Mark and Song will be moving to Yonkers, where they own a home, and Mark intends to use this coming year as a kind of sabbatical as he considers the ways he might serve God in the future.Both the Walton church and the Bloomville UMC will be entering new parishes this summer. Walton will be part of the new Western Catskills Parish, along with Colchester Community Church, East Branch/Harvard UMC, and The Roscoe United Church. Dale Ashby (currently serving Colchester and East Branch) will be the lead pastor, joined by Joanne Utley, currently pastor of the Bridgehampton UMC in Long Island. Joanne’s appointment is half-time in the parish and half-time as Communications Director and editor of the Vision for the annual conference.
The Bloomville Church will be part of the new Delaware Headwaters Parish, along with Hobart, Township and Stamford. David Collins and Romana Abelova (a clergy couple) will be serving as the new pastors of the parish, David at full-time and Romi half-time. David is departing from the Roscoe church and also the Callicoon UMC, while Romi is concluding two years as pastor of Hankins UMC. The new appointment for Hankins and Callicoon has not yet been made.
Lorraine Coscia-Ackerman entered pastoral ministry in 1989, serving for two years at Holmes and Wiccopee, and two more years in Lakeville, Ct. but the bulk of her service has been in two charges, namely Grahamsville/Sundown (1993-2004) and Hobart/Township (2004-2013.) Lorraine, despite
growing up in an urban setting, has become a wonderful practitioner of small town ministry – learning the ways of farm life and walking through her rural communities to meet people and hear their stories. Her gift of nurture and care with the elderly and those in the hospital has been a very significant part of her ministry. I was especially grateful for her pastoral gifts when my parents were part of Lorraine’s church in Grahamsville for three years. Lorraine was a loving pastor to them and participated in the memorial services for both my father and mother. As Lorraine retires she and her husband Peter will be living in Unadilla, NY, not far from Oneonta.
As noted above, Hobart and Township will now become a part of the Delaware Headwaters Parish.
Our third retiree is Gerald Norris, who entered pastoral ministry after a full career as a mechanic with Central Hudson. He served his home church, Andes UMC, for several years before having to give up his duties because of ill health, but in 2010, his health restored, he accepted the appointment to Lanesville and Shandaken. Gerald’s loyalty is especially appreciated by this DS, for it was Gerald’s intention to retire in 2012, but when no new appointee could be found he agreed to continue for one more year so that Lanesville and Shandaken would not be left without a pastor. Although no appointment can be announced as of this writing, I am keeping my promise to Gerald and his wife Maria that he can indeed retire in peace this year, enjoying their home in Andes.
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“B” West became a Local Pastor in 1984 after working in a legal office for many years. She served at Holmes and Wiccopee from 1984 until1989, and at Dover Plains and Wingdale from 1989 until 1997 when she reached the mandatory retirement age of 70. Retirement, however, is an elusive concept for UMC pastors. In 2004 a pastor was needed for B’s home church, Germantown, and the other three churches on the charge, Elizaville, West Taghkanic and Glenco Mills. The DS asked B to serve on a less-than-fulltime basis, and she has given these churches a wonderful ministry of caring. Over the years she has impressed this DS with her compassion for the people under her care, and also her amazing stamina – preaching four times a Sunday when over 80 years of age. She has served most faithfully, but now has come to the conclusion that her failing strength requires her to completely retire.
B’s successor in the Elizaville charge has not yet been named.
Two of our pastors, John Thomason and Dorothy Caldwell, will be leaving Catskill Hudson for appointments in other districts.John, who came from Texas in 2007 to assume the pastorate of Monticello UMC, and who has also served the Liberty UMC since 2009, will be appointed to Woodbury UMC in Connecticut. His successor at Monticello and Liberty will be Rev. Robert Kersten, currently serving at Grahamsville and Sundown. As of this writing, the appointment to Grahamsville/Sundown has not been made, though a pastor has been designated by the Bishop and will be introduced shortly.Dorothy has been pastor at Reservoir UMC and Phoenicia UMC since 2010, and was a part of our district while serving New Paltz, beginning in 2003. She will be moving to Monroe, NY, to serve in that congregation. Her successor will be Mark Allen. Mark and his wife Janice currently reside in Pawling, where Mark has been the pastor for eight years.
We are also bidding farewell to Jerome Kennedy, who is graduating from Drew this month, and who has served as a student pastor at the Hillsdale and North Hillsdale churches. The new pastor there will be Lee Gangaware, who is retiring from his ministry in Lyndenhurst, LI and moving to northwestern Connecticut. As a new retiree Lee will serve on a part-time basis, commuting from the home in Colebrook, Ct. that he and his wife Polly have recently purchased.
To all of those who are going out, or coming in, or sharing in the goings and comings associated with appointment changes, may the One who created the mountains be your strength and assurance!
Your DS and Friend, Jim Moore
One more personal note about appointments: I shared this news a few months ago, but some people have asked about my appointment status, realizing that I am in my 6th year as DS and that six years is the normal term. Bishop McLee has asked me to continue as superintendent for another two years, so, God willing, I will continue in this ministry until 2015. I appreciate the support and encouragement I have received from so many of you, and ask that you keep me in prayer as I goforward in this role.
Jim
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Catskill Hudson District
DISTRICT CONFERENCE DAY:HEARTS and HANDS in ACTION
at Camp Epworth
Saturday, May 11, 2013
District Meeting, Hands-on Mission Work, Inspirational Music, Youth Gathering,
Barbeque, FellowshipSOMETHING DIFFERENT: After our District Meeting, you are
invited to PARTICIPATE in mission projects at the various stations. We’ll be DOING, not just touring.
1:00 Registration and Gathering 1:30 District Worship and Meeting2:30 Hands in Action: Ministry Stations
Food Pantry, Thrift Shops, Prison Ministry, Visitation Ministry, Recovery Programs, Healing Ministries, UMCO Relief Kits, ERT and Disaster Response, Volunteers in Mission (Ecuador), Camping Ministry (Kingswood)
4:00 Closing worship, Communion5:15 Barbeque (Preregistration requested)
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REGISTRATION: Catskill Hudson District
DISTRICT CONFERENCE DAY: HEARTS and HANDS in ACTIONSaturday, May 11, 2013
Preregistration requested
To register:
Go to the conference website at www.nyac.com, then to “calendar” (on the left), then to “district” (Catskill Hudson District), then “May”click on the 11 square, download the registration form, complete it on your computer, save it, then e-mail it as an attachment to the District Office at [email protected]
Or Call the District Office at 845-679-6350 Or mail this form to 71 Van Dale Rd., Woodstock, NY 12498
Registration deadline Monday morning, May 6th.
Name _
Address _
Phone e-mail
Church
To help us with activity planning, please indicate how many people are coming in each of these categories:
adults teens children
reservations for the 5:15 barbeque :people @ $6.00 (The cost is being partially subsidized by the
District)
at Camp Epworth 8 Epworth LaneHigh Falls, NY 12440 845-687-
DistrictConference Youth Event
Connecting withGod & each other!
Fellowship & Funwith devotion time
AGE GROUPS:
MAY 11 – 1-4 PM
YOUTH EVENTEPWORTH CENTER8 Epworth Lane High Falls, NY 12440 PLEASE REGISTER WITH DISTRICT!
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grade to 6th
7th to 12th
Games and sports like volleyball, kickball, and ultimate Frisbee.
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Drinks, snacks, and musicFor more info, contact David Collins607-498-5153 or [email protected]
CATSKILL HUDSON DISTRICT YOUTH
http://www.nyac.com/districts/detail/26 FIND US ON FACEBOOK: CATSKILL HUDSON YOUTH
Prayerfully prepare for a successful and joyfulANNUAL CONFERENCE 2013
by joining the Board of Laity each weekday starting Wednesday, May 1 through Monday, June 3, 2013 at 6:45 am for a 5 minute devotional followed by prayer. Join by calling 559-726-1200, access code 120106# .
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District Lay Leaders
This week SPRING has filled the air….and the spring flowers have wafted the air with their sweet smells. The beauty of new life makes me smile.
This report from the Lay Leader Team will be on the short side…..as you will have an opportunity to read a full report in the District Day Annual Report Book. So, here is the plug to be at Camp Epworth on Saturday, May 11th. The details are included in this edition of the Courier. I know you will all be in for a wonderful experience.
As one of the District Lay Leaders I encourage you to come to this event for the networking and connectionalism it provides. Get to know your neighbors across the District.
We will be electing some new District Lay Leaders on May 11th. Come – welcome them and make yourself and your church known to them.
We will also say good-bye to District Lay Leader Fran Reed. Fran has decided to retire from this assignment and others she has held in her local church and district. Life is a series of wonderful passages and growth and new beginnings. Fran is in transition to one of those new beginnings. I, personally, will miss Fran on many levels. I have enjoyed working with Fran in several areas and find her commitment to any task she takes to be one of thoroughness and care and love. I enjoy her sense of humor. I admire her assurance in her faith. I just plain love FRAN REED and will miss working with her. Fran, may your new beginnings be filled with God’s abundant love – joy – peace– hope – faith – wonder and grace.
Peace and Blessings to All, Margaret HoweDistrict Lay Leader
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A DAY IN THE WOODSWednesday, JULY 31, 2013 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.
“Heaven is under our feet as well as over our heads.”(from Walden Pond – Thoreau)
Spend a day at Kingswood for rest, learning and contemplation with Jean Guice to launch ideas about the soil, plants under our feet and birds overhead.
Registration form can be found at the end of this Courier.
PASTORS IN NEW APPOINTMENT WORKSHOP
MAY 18, 201310 – 3
NEW ROCHELLE UMC1200 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10804
SAVE THE DATENote: If you expect a pastoral change, please take time to attend this workshop. It is
for the new pastor and SPR chair and/or Committee members.
All pastors in new appointments are expected to attend this workshop
Catskill Hudson District United Methodist Women News
Summer is coming! Some special days of activities are planned and ready for all women and young women in the Catskill-Hudson District:
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August 1-3, 2013Join us at Western Connecticut State University in Danbury, Connecticut. We have
reserved a block of rooms at the Ethan Allen Hotel near the campus.
All are Welcome! Women, men, clergy, laity, youth and children.
Registration forms will be available on the web site, http://nyac.com/missionuand from your Conference and District United Methodist Women teams.
2013 Mission Studies
Spiritual growth: Living Sacramentally, Walking Justly(English, Korean, and Spanish)
Geographic: The Roma of Europe (English)
Issue: Poverty (English)
All adults at the school will select one of the above three studies.
Youth Study: MigrationChildren’s Study: Leaving Home, Finding Home
Can’t Get Away for 3 Days? Try the Saturday Sampler!Saturday, August 3, 2013, 8:00am – 5:00pm
Mission Study: (English only) Living Sacramentally, Walking Justly or The Roma of Europe
NYAC Mission u: Dean: Patricia Knebel; Assistant Dean: Deborah C. Jenkins Registrar: Janet Keyes, (860) 285-0389, [email protected]
For lots more information about NYAC Mission u click here: http://www.nyac.com/events/detail/4099
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Catskill Hudson District Lay Servant Ministries
Margaret Howe, Co-Director – [email protected] Gene Knoth, Co-Director – [email protected]
May 2013
Greetings:
Are you getting ready for Catskill Hudson District Day at Camp Epworth?
I hope you are … it is expected to be a bit different and very exciting … so come!!!!!!
At this event we will take time to recognize our Lay Servants – all of you!!!! This is the Commissioning Event mentioned in the last Courier.
Those of you who have just become eligible to move from a Local Lay Servant to Certified Lay Servant – this will happen during the Events of District Day … we hope to see you there … make sure you register for the event.
We still have a few missing reports … please make sure you submit these. As the Lay Servant Ministry goes through some new growth, these Annual Reports will become a critical piece of your individual accountability track as a Lay Servant.
Lay Servant Ministry Committee will be adding some new members to the Committee … come to the District Day!
Please read the Annual Report in the District Day Booklet … again another reason to come to Epworth on May 11th
Blessings,Margaret HoweFor Lay Servant District Directors – Margaret Howe and Gene Knoth
Ecuador VIM 2013 – March tripBy Susan Woodworth
The Ecuador VIM 2013 trip in March once again included five team members from our Catskill Hudson District! Stephanie Parsons, Linda Mellor, Lynne Taylor, Bob Kersten and Susan Woodworth joined with Oscar Destruge, Arturo Maine and Sonia Jermin on another wonderful mission of “Love in Action” in South America.
We traveled to and through many different regions of Ecuador - from the mountains of Quito and Otavalo to the cities of Santo Domingo and El Carmen, to the charming fishing village of Mompiche on the Pacific Coast. We worked on the building project at the UMC in El Carmen in high heat and humidity. We called ourselves “Team Grunt,” proudly doing a lot of hard physical labor (grunt work) that in our country might be done by machines and equipment. We facilitated Vacation Bible School for the children of the community. We’dbeen told to prepare for 40 children to come at 4 pm each day. Imagine our surprise (understatement) when 120 children showed up on the first day…. at 2 pm!!! It’s a good thing that FLEXIBILITY is one of the most important mottos of any VIM trip. Subsequent attendance numbers were even higher – all the way to 200, on Thursday! We could not have managed without God’s grace and the tremendous energy and creativity of Devora Vivas Yong. She is the daughter of the pastor of the El Carmen UMC. Her mother, Irlanda, also a pastor, had coordinated and planned for our lunches and for many of the VBS activities of the week. Just before we were to arrive in Ecuador, Irlanda passed away unexpectedly. Devora, in the midst of her grief, decided to take a week off from her job and family (5 hours away) to carry on the work her mother had planned. We were all deeply touched by Devora’s loving presence and lively spirit.
The October VIM trip to Ecuador will continue the work we began in March. We hope to complete the construction of the addition on the church, while also installing a water filter system and conducting another VBS. Devora has been invited to be a part of VBS, if her schedule allows!
If you have always wanted to take part in a NYAC VIM trip and would like to learn more about Ecuador VIM opportunities, please look for us at the May 11 District Conference Day at Camp Epworth. We also invite you to prayerfully consider joining the team for the October 2013 VIM trip. to Ecuador. Your heart will be warmed!
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A view of our worksite in El Carmen A full house of VBS kids!
Catskill Hudson District EcuadorMission TripOct. 10 – 22, 2013
Mission Work at Iglesia Metodista in El Carmen
Click here to view the Ecuador brochure http://www.nyac.com/console/files/oFiles_Library_XZXLCZ/Ecuador_Brochure_KDZ4XZY Click here to view the Ecuador flyer: Click here for an Application Form:
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Bible SchoolJoin in the excitement of working with200 children in a special week of Vacation Bible School fun. Songs, Bible stories, craft projects, games, and loads of high energy will fill every afternoon
Proposed Cost per Person: $1900
“ He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”
Phil 1:4-6
ConstructionWe will be finishing construction on the second floor of the building adjoining the El Carmen Church. The three new rooms will provide desperately needed office and classroom space to help support the ongoing afterschool program for 300 children hosted by the church.
For more information contact: Oscar Destruge:
203-984-3625 Email: [email protected]
Linda Mellor: 845-691-1182 Email:
Bishop McLee Helps Andes UMC Celebrate 200 Years
By Tom Coddington
When the Andes (NY) United Methodist Church celebrated its 200th
anniversary on Sunday, April 21, Bishop Martin D. McLee, resident bishop of the New York Annual Conference, was the featured speaker.
The Andes church began in 1812 as a Methodist Society, which met for prayer and Bible study in people's homes, and was served by circuit riders in its early years. The first church was erected in 1838, and the current building was built in 1863
The church's organizing committee had been working on a celebration since early in 2012, and had hoped to hold it during the fall. When the conference changed bishops, that was not possible, but when it was found that Bishop McLee had the April date available, it turned out to be very satisfactory.
All of those who attended the event were very impressed with the service. Participation involved not only the bishop, but also the Rev. James W. Moore, superintendent of the Catskill Hudson District, the current pastor, the Rev. L. Lawrence Dunlap; associate pastor, the Rev. Adrian K. Todd; and former pastors of the church (directly or through the Upper Catskills Larger Parish) — the Rev. Timothy J. Riss, the Rev. Kenneth R. Baldwin and the Rev. Ralph E. Darmstadt, and Pastors GeraldC. Norris and Karen Y. Ogborn.
The former pastors also spoke briefly of their experiences in the Andes church. Letters were also read from other former pastors who were unable to attend.
“God Is up to Something!” declared Bishop McLee on a number of occasions during his sermon, which had that title. Not only did he offer encouragement to the church, but he did it in a very vibrant way, even including a “rap” session and an “I say, you say,” conversation with thecongregation.
Bishop Martin McLee chats with former Andes UMC Pastor Gerald Norris and his wife, Maria, following the worship service at the celebration of the church's 200th
anniversary. At left is Sidney Wilson from the Margaretville UMC and seated between the bishop and Maria Norris is Ruth Kelder from the Halcott UMC. Yoshie Conover photo
Yoshie Conover photo
Also on the agenda were two songs by a choir that included members of four of the churches in the Upper Catskills Larger Parish, with assistance from Revs. Moore and Riss. Kent Brown, music director of the Margaretville UMC, directed the choir, and also performed an organ-piano duet with Patricia Brannen, the Andes UMC music director.
Following the service, which included Holy Communion, a meal was enjoyed by all who stayed.
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WANTED !
Kingswood is looking for a lifeguard!The position starts June 21st and goes through September 1st. This 10-week position can be split between two guards with each one guarding for 5-weeks. If you or someone you know is Red Cross certified, or an avid swimmer interested in getting Red Cross certification, and at least 18 years old please contact us.
The lifeguard stays in one of the cabins on site and works 6 hours per day - 6 days per week. The job includes cleaning of the bathhouse and maintaining the swimming and boating areas as well as four hours of guarding per day.Not certified? See Adult Lifeguard Certification Class below.
Pay rate of $270 per week.
Camp Epworth has a Stewardship Opportunity available. Volunteers are needed to mow (with the BIG mower), paint and do general clean-up jobs. Mowers must be at least 18 years of age. Call Justin at 845-514-8516 or 845-687-0215.
Please save oldcandles, wax, and wicking for candle making at Kingswood Campsite next summer.Give to Jim or Holly Moore. [email protected] or 845-679-6350)
Thanks for your help15
Please Contact Cheryl Winship:
WWW. KINGSWOODCAMPSITE. ORG
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Adult Camp Events at Kingswood CampsiteKingswood is excited to be offering four adult camps this summer.
One of them is sure to be right for you!Visit kingswoodcampsite.org for updates.
SPIRITUALITY CAMP: SABBATH AT KINGSWOODThursday, June 27 – Sunday, June 30, 2013EXPERIENCE THE GIFT OF SABBATH TIME
Come to Kingswood to help restore the rhythm of life … to rediscover the balance between work and rest … to experience an oasis of sacred time … to delight in God’s creation … to give yourself the gift of nourishing rest … to make space to notice and reflect on times of God’s grace in your life and in our world. The schedule will include:
• A balance between structured sessions and free time for rest and renewal• Time to refresh our bodies and souls• Time for solitude and time in community• Worship• Presentations about the meaning of Sabbath in the scriptures and in tradition, ways of practicing
Sabbath, and planning how to integrate Sabbath into our lives at home• Praying the Divine Office• Opportunities for creative expression• Free time for swimming, boating, hiking, doing jigsaw puzzles, and wandering Kingswood’s
760 acres• Campfire program• Prayer Trail• An optional individual spiritual direction session
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WELDING: The Basics and More………Wednesday, June 26 – Sunday, June 30, 2013
Really! This event is for novices and experienced welders. If you’re an artist, express yourself and create a beautiful welded sculpture! The 4½ day program includes instructions and hands- on experience in welding your own metal sculpture or project.
The event is led by Jim Dolan, New Jersey Chairman for the American Welding Society, a Certified Welder and Welding Inspector, with degrees in Metallurgy and Material Science, and 50 years experience. His company has been chosen to certify the welders who will create the World Trade Center Memorial.
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LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION CAMP
Thursday, June 13 – Sunday, June 16, 2013Here’s your chance to become a certified lifeguard in three days! This weekend course will be an intensive class. Upon successful completion you will have an American Red Cross certification in Waterfront lifeguarding, first aid, and CPR for the professional rescuer with AED. Be prepared to swim two times a day and take notes. Course requirements include a 550-yard swim, a brick retrieval in about nine feet of water and a twenty- yard swim with the brick, finding three objects in five feet of water, two-minutes tread of water. A waterfront lifeguard can work at a pool, lakefront, or pond.
Led by Joel Freeman – certified Red Cross instructor for lifeguarding, first aid and CPR – teaching for over 15 years ([email protected] )
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WOODWORKING CAMPMonday, June 24 – Thursday, June 27, 2013
This is a woodworking camp geared towards campers with little or no woodworking experience. Build your own Adirondack chair!
• Learn to read and understand project plans• Study kinds of wood and wood qualities• Be introduced to woodworking hand tools and power tools• Cover the “Lowe’s” & “Home Depot” aisle shopping• Layout and construct an Adirondack chair to take home• Go over the finishing process
Led by Bob Porter – 46 years in the technical field of education as an industrial arts teacher, coach of several sports, professor of the applied sciences at the post-secondary level, 35+ years as project manager and site committee member of Kingswood
To view complete flyers click here:http://www.nyac.com/console/files/oFiles_Library_XZXLCZ/KWC- 1033_AdultCampFlyers13_V3_MPPDKNDF.pdf
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ATTENTION! ATTENTION!NEW YORK ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Celebrate Strength for Service To God and Community Month
June 2013MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF OUR FIRST RESPONDERS
And all who engaged in service to othe
Choose a Sunday in June, during Worship, Present theStrength for Service To God and Community
DevotionalTo all Members of your church who are
First RespondersExample: Police Officers, Firefighters, Paramedics/EMTs,Salvation Army, Red Cross, Chaplains, Prison Guards, Public Servants, Elected Officials, Marine and Air Rescue Personnel
Purchase the Devotional in bulk of 25 or more for $7.0To order: Call Toll free 866-297-4312; Online, www.strengthforservice.org
For more Information, contact: UMM Communications [email protected]
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NYAC, Hurricane Sandy Is NOT a Disaster– It IS a Challenge – & Opportunity to Serve
THE NEW YORK ANNUAL CONFERENCE UNITED METHODIST MENARE CALLING ALL METHODIST MEN TO ACTION—IN—MISSION. UMM
Teams will be doing both light and deep cleaning and clearing of trash and debris. We may be doing construction work such as sheet-rock removal. The weather may be cold
&/or wet, so wear appropriate clothing and footwear. All other personal protective equipment will be provided. Breakfast and Lunch will also be provided.
ALL Volunteers should FIRST Register with NYAC Disaster Response at: http://nyac.com/registrations/register/87. After registration, please notify Royston Bailey
with deployment dates you and/or your team would like to serve.
Disaster Relief Work team Deployment Dates for Connecticut,New York/Connecticut & Catskill Hudson – June 1, July 6, and Aug. 10, 2013Assemble at 8:30 AM at Freeport UMC, 46 Pine St., Freeport NY for deployment
Questions or Comments? Contact: Royston Bailey, NYAC-UMM President, or Ernie Searle, NYAC-UMM Communications at [email protected], cell #1-516-770-3135 [email protected], cell #1-347-512-9933
District Calendar
May 11: District Conference, Epworth, 1 p.m. through dinner\May 14: District Committee on Ordained Ministry, 9:15, Reservoir UMC May 22: Local Pastors and District Hires Group, 5:30, Quarryville UMC May 23: District Committee on Ordained Ministry, 9:00, New Paltz UMC May 28: District Council on Ministries, 6:00, Ulster Heights UMCJune 5 – 8: Annual Conference, Hofstra UniversitySept. 28: District UMW Fall Meeting
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Registration Form A DAY IN THE WOODS
Wednesd ay, JULY 31, 2013 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
P l ease bring : bag lunch, insulated beverage container, sturdy footwear, portable stool or sit-upon, sunglasses and hat, notebook, insect repellent, sunscreen.Reg ist er by June 15 . Mail $18 check payable to Catskill-Hudson District UMWwith your information to: Pat Kellam 235 W. Lake St., Liberty, NY 12754 845-292-5307.Questions – Barb Sanborn [email protected]
Margaret Howe [email protected] Driving directions: www. ki ngswood campsite.org/ d ri v ingdirections.html …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Name:
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