Announcements August 23, 2026

August Newsletter!

Winter Fantasy Vendor Signup Sheet

Our video team is looking for people to volunteer to help on Sunday mornings with Sound and Video Output. No experience necessary. Please see Larry Crandell if interested in volunteering.  

USHER VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We are looking for additional ushers and substitute ushers to help serve our church family. If you are interested in volunteering, please see Chad Miller, contact the church office, or speak with Pastor Jeff. Several of our regular Ushers are no longer able to serve, and we would greatly appreciate your willingness to help fill this important ministry role.

Prayer and Praise Service: We are hosting an area wide "Prayer and Praise Service" on Thursday August 27 at 6:30 p.m. "A Few More Faithful"; will lead the music. A Potluck Supper for all will be offered beginning at 5:45 p.m

Sunday Service: Join us for a Casual Camping Sunday on August 30 at 9:30 a.m. during our worship service!

Come dressed casually, sing some favorite camp songs, and enjoy stories and memories of Christian summer camp.

It’s sure to be a fun and meaningful morning for all ages!

Come celebrate 50 years of Stephen Ministry! Join our overnight bus trip to Haddonfield, New Jersey, Sept. 25th. Learn about this important ecumenical, Christ-centered ministry with us. See flyer in entrance for more information!

Karren’s Clothing Cupboard: Sign-up for September is in the entry. Wednesday, August 26, we will put out clothing for kids at the lunch program that is being held in the pavilion. We will need to set up tables and put out clothes. Anyone who wishes to help is welcome to come.

UPPER NEW YORK CAMP & RETREAT MINISTRIES

Camp & Retreat Ministries has four centers throughout New York state – from the Adirondacks west to the edges of two Great Lakes, north to the St. Lawrence Seaway and south to the state border with Pennsylvania. Aldersgate, Asbury, Sky Lake, Skye Farm and Clergy Respite Programs at Camp. Each of our centers serves a diverse population, including rural, urban and suburban, while offering opportunities to connect with God's creation, with a loving Christian community, and with friends, new and old. Camp & Retreat Ministry (CRM) provides transformative camp and retreat experiences that nurture faith, build community, and support spiritual growth for people of all ages. Through welcoming spaces and meaningful programs, CRM helps individuals and groups deepen their connection to God and one another.

Adult Day Retreat at Aldersgate Camp Sept 19, at 6 Lakeside Ave, Silver Lake, NY 14549. A chance to step away from the busyness of everyday life and find rest, renewal, and peace in God’s presence. Come spend a day with God and some friends as we look at the noise in our lives that can get in the way of seeing, hearing and just being with God.

Led by Bonnie Kreutter, this retreat will provide meaningful time for reflection, prayer, and fellowship. The day will begin at 9:00 AM and conclude around 3:00 PM, with a lunch included. $30.00 per person includes lunch. Go to website to register or to www.unyumc.org and click on "Camp and Retreat."

Founders’ Lodge - Book a retreat at sky Lake Camp Founders’ Lodge is perched upon a gentle slope of Sky Lake. As you enter through the main doors, your eyes immediately focus on the floor-to-ceiling fireplace and the breathtaking room just beyond it. Dedicated in 2003, Founders’ Lodge is more than just a place to eat! Imagine holding your next seminar, training workshop, small to medium sized conference, or board meeting in a facility that will awe and inspire you. Sign up for a personal retreat, or bring your family or group.

Go to https://www.unyumc.org and click on "Camp Retreat."

Youth “Lock-In” is set for Sat. Sept. 12th beginning at 2pm. Games, movie, Food and fun are planned for middle school though high school ages. Spread the word! All are welcome!

The Worship and Faith Builders Committees will be hosting a breakfast casserole and coffee hour on Sept. 13 th .

Sunday School will begin on Sept. 20 th .

Ongoing Weekly Events: (Any changes, please let Sandy know)

· Praying in the Wesley room at 10am every Monday. (This will continue during the summer).

· Women’s Bible Study in the Wesley Room at 11am every Wednesday. (This will continue during the summer).

· Men’s Bible Study in the Small Conf. Room at 10am every Thursday (Will not meet in July).

· Sunday School is every Sunday at 10:45am. (Will not meet during the summer months. Resumes on 9/13th).

· Choir is on Summer Break. If interested in joining in September, please see David Peckham.

· Karren’s Clothing Cupboard (KCC) will be open during the summer months. Tuesdays from 10am-noon and

Thursdays from 1-3pm. If you wish to help, please see Ande Tubbs. KCC is part of Outreach Committee Projects.

Sign up now on the calendar in the entranceway for June and July.

Every Wed morning 

10am Stretching exercises for over 50yrs (Senior Tai-Chi)

11am Women’s Bible Study, Upper Room discussion

3rd Monday of the month 1pm Book Club

Every Friday noon-2pm Cards and games