Special Events, Training, and Retreat for Upstate New York Pastors!

Did you know, that the average attendance in evangelical churches in 2020 was 65? What this means is that the small church is the average church! What it also means is the majority of our churches have less than the national average attending. While we know each church is making a difference, it is essential to keep learning so we can serve well as pastors. This is an important webinar for everyone as we lean into what God is calling us to on the Upstate District at this time!

We are privileged to learn from General Superintendent Emeritus, Dr. Jesse Middendorf, the Maine District pastors, and others too. These monthly Zoom seminars from 7-8:30 pm, will be rich and meaningful as we learn about how to pay close attention to the unique realities of the church we are serving. Sign up today!

When:

Thursday, Sept. 21, Oct. 19, Nov. 16, Dec. 21, Jan. 18, Feb. 8 (if necessary)

It's time to register for Ministry Team Retreat by clicking the box above! Pay attention to the different options for registering. This year we are reserving your rooms for you to save on sales tax. Be sure to register before September 20th to lock in the prices! Registration includes meals from Friday dinner through Sunday breakfast.

This year Ministry Team Retreat for District Licensed and Ordained pastors and spouses will be October 20-22, 2023. We will be gathering in Penn Yan at the Hampton Inn. Our speaker is Rev. Dr. Jeren Rowell, the president of Nazarene Theological Seminary. He and his wife Starla will be joining us for this incredible time together!

We ask EVERY church to do their best to cover the expenses for their pastor(s) to attend. If you need help with pulpit supply for that week please contact Pastor Olivia and she will help you!

MISSIONAL GRANT PROPOSAL DAY

We are looking forward to hearing the proposals from the five churches that submitted Missional Grant Applications. If you would like to come as an observer, fill out this Google Form and we will send you the Zoom link. The date is set for Sunday, August 27th, starting at 4:30pm! This is a great way to see what God is calling our churches to, to pray for these ministries, and to have your imagination sparked about what you might be able to do to be the hands and feet of Jesus in YOUR community!

Peace-Making Webinar

Register now for this September 27th event! We will gather on Zoom with Pastor Eric Paul from Hawaii and begin a conversation about restorative justice and peace making in the church. The cost is $5 and anyone who wants to learn is welcome to sign up!

All District Prayer Zoom

Join us on August 26th from 10-11:30 for prayer. When you click the button below you will be able to register and the Zoom link will then be sent to you. These are rich times of fellowship with one another and our good God!

Prayer Registration

Pastoral Care

Pastors, you heard at Assembly about the value of Full Strength Network! If you are currently using it or would like to sign up, we need your help.

Please fill out this form and we will be sure to renew your subscription when the time is right or get you signed up to start. This is a tool to support you in your work. Take advantage of it!

FSN Form

Change of Address!

With the sale of the District Office and the move of the Metcalf family to Rochester, the district has a new mailing address. With this change, Brooktondale Camp and Conference Center also has a new address!

Upstate NY District Church of the Nazarene

PO Box 573

Henrietta, NY 14467

Brooktondale Camp and Conference Center

PO Box 89

Wolcott, NY 14590