BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Brick River Technologies//NONSGML v1.0//EN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130511T040000Z DTEND:20130512T035900Z SUMMARY:Adirondack District Pre-Conference Briefing DESCRIPTION:10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Adirondack Community Church, 2583 Main St, Lake Placid, NY  129463-5 pm - Queensbury UMC, 460 Avia tion Road, Queensbury, NY   12804 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130511T040000Z DTEND:20130512T035900Z SUMMARY:Asbury: Whitewater Adventure Day DESCRIPTION:A Saturday event for families, youth groups, and churches wh ich starts at Asbury, then participants head to Letchworth S tate Park for a whitewater experience down the beautiful gor ges of the Genesee River. You come back to Asbury for an ice cream sundae or milkshake in the 1950’s style Snack Shack, and a delicious chicken BBQ meal. You complete the day with s’mores over a bonfire.Cost: $40 per person(includes chicken BBQ dinner, and all programming)Optional overnight accommod ations available. Please contact us to inquire.To register g o to www.asburyuny.org or call 585-237-5262. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130513T040000Z DTEND:20130516T035900Z SUMMARY:Appointive Cabinet Meeting DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130517T040000Z DTEND:20130518T035900Z SUMMARY:CONAM meeting DESCRIPTION: Committee on Native American Ministries END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130517T040000Z DTEND:20130520T035900Z SUMMARY:Findley: Spring Work Day DESCRIPTION:Join our volunteer work crew to help prepare the camp for su mmer. Projects of all skill levels are planned, making this a perfect family weekend. There is no cost for lodging or me als, but there is a suggested donation to cover food costs. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130518T040000Z DTEND:20130519T035900Z SUMMARY:Aldersgate: Work Day DESCRIPTION: Help be part of preparin g Aldersgate for a summer of life changing ministry by volun teering at one of Aldersgate's Spring Work Days! We'll be cl eaning, raking, painting, and all-around preparing for an ab solutely incredible summer camp season. Bring your family, friends, and a servant's heart ready to work! Lunch will be provided for all volunteers. For further information or questions, please call the Aldersgate Office at 315-348-8833.   END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130519T040000Z DTEND:20130520T035900Z SUMMARY:Sky Lake: Open House DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday May 19Location: West and East ShoresIf you have always wondered what summer camp is like at Sky Lake, come to our Open House and sample some of our favorite activities for yourself! In addition to boating, crafts, and a chance to meet the directors, you'll also be able to register for c amp, go on a hayride, and dine on delicious chicken barbecue . BBQ Tickets:Pre-sale: $8.00/personAt the door: $9.50/perso nContact the Sky Lake Office to order tickets.  http://skyla kecenter.org/index.php/join-us/event/2680 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130522T040000Z DTEND:20130524T035900Z SUMMARY:Asbury: Writing to Explore and Express Your Faith DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy writing? Would you like to experience various m ethods of writing? Would you like to hone your writing skill s while exploring your faith? Come and join us for our first writing retreat. All you need to bring is a pen, paper and a spirit of discovery.About our Facilitator: Barbara BruceBa rbara Bruce is a Christian Educator. She is the author of te n books, countless articles, and columns for the Genesee Val ley Pennysaver. Barbara has years of experience writing curr iculum for children and adults. Barbara has been trained in and facilitated courses in Guided Autobiography. Check out h er website at www.bbruce.com.Retreat registration is at 3:30 pm with dinner at 5:30 pm on May 22. First session begins a fter dinner. Retreat concludes at 2:30 p.m. on May 23.Cost: $85 for a triple, $95 for a double, $115 for a singleTo regi ster go to www.asburyuny.org or call 585-237-5262. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130524T040000Z DTEND:20130528T035900Z SUMMARY:Sky Lake: Special Needs Family Camp DESCRIPTION:Arrival: Friday, May 24 in the eveningDeparture: Monday, May 27 in the afternoonLocation: Underwood LodgeHosts: The Rev. Sara Baron & Laura Marie ColemanAre you a family with a sch ool-age child with special needs? If so, you'll love this ca mp! Not only will there be opportunities for you to spend ti me together as a family, but parents, kids with special need s, and siblings will be able to enjoy their own separate act ivities too. Parents--you'll certainly benefit from the educ ational sessions we'll have for you; kids with special needs --you'll love the activities our dedicated, caring staff hav e in store for you; siblings--you can count on our staff to make sure you have a blast too! Please note that you don't n eed to be United Methodist to attend--all are welcome.Availa ble Packages:Adult/teen (ages 13+): $150 per adultChild (age s 4-12): $100 per child EventInfants/Toddlers (ages 0-3): ou r treatDownload the Family Events Registration Form http://s kylakecenter.org/files/FamilyEventsRegistrationForm2013.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130524T040000Z DTEND:20130528T035900Z SUMMARY:Sky Lake: Spring Fling DESCRIPTION:Memorial Day Weekend at Sky Lake means one thing--it's Sprin g Fling time! Families, young, old, and in between, will enj oy this weekend retreat opportunity to relax, play, learn, a nd grow in faith. A variety of activities are combined with ample free time, so when you aren't making a craft, enjoying the campfire sing-a-long, making ice cream, or going for a boat ride, you can sit back and toast a marshmallow, read a good book, or go for a hike. We have a variety of packages a vailable for Spring Fling. Here are your options:Campground (May 24-27)Bring your own tent or camper and set up on one o f twenty-five private campsites. Each campsite is located of f the unpaved driveway that passes through the family campgr ound. A handful of sites even come equipped with 110-Volt el ectricity hookups (hurry, these go quickly). Occupancy on ea ch site is limited to six persons. An exception to this rule is granted for immediate families (parents and dependent ch ildren) comprised of more than six persons. Fire-rings and a picnic table are provided on each site, as campground guest s cook their own food. Showering and toilet facilities are l ocated in Caldwell Pavilion in the heart of the campground. The base fee includes a three-night stay and a small program fee. You may arrive any time on Friday and depart any time on Monday. Want to extend your weekend? Spend Thursday or Mo nday night for an additional fee.  Campground—non-electri c site (5/24-27): $30 per site  Campground—non-electric s ite (Thursday night): $8 per site  Campground—non-electri c site (Monday night): $8 per site  Campground—electric s ite (5/24-27): $42 per site  Campground—electric site (Th ursday night): $12 per site  Campground—electric site (Mo nday night): $12 per siteWest Shore Cabins (May 24-27)The We st Shore Cabins are the perfect choice for families looking for slightly more rustic accommodations than Riley Lodge, bu t aren't too keen on spending a weekend in a tent. Each cabi n has six bunk beds and one twin-size single bed. There are electric outlets and overhead lights in each cabin--so you d on't have to worry about fumbling around in the dark! Shower ing and toilet facilities are located in the West Shore Bath house, a short walk up the hill from the cabins. You may arr ive any time after noon on Friday. Programming will end at n oon on Monday.West Shore Cabin (5/24-27): $75 per cabin Rile y Lodge (May 25-27) Riley Lodge makes it simple for families to enjoy a weekend at Sky Lake without having to "rough it" ! A series of two-, three-, four-, and five-person rooms are easily able to accommodate different sized families. We pro vide you with a bed and mattress, you bring the linens. Bath rooms are located just across the hall or within the room. M eals are included in the Riley Lodge option and will be take n in Founders' Lodge. And good news for immediate families w ith more than three members--you'll be charged a maximum of $325.00! You may arrive any time after 11:00am on Saturday. Meal service will begin at noon that day. Programming will e nd at noon on Monday. Riley Lodge—adult/teen (5/25-27): $ 120 per adult Riley Lodge—child, ages 4-12 (5/25-27): $60 per child Riley Lodge—toddler, ages 0-3 (5/25-27): our t reat! Riley Lodge—Friday night option (including Saturday breakfast): $35 per immediate familyDownload the Family Eve nts Registration Form at http://skylakecenter.org/files/Fami lyEventsRegistrationForm2013.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130524T040000Z DTEND:20130528T035900Z SUMMARY:Skye Farm: Family Camp DESCRIPTION:Join Skye Farm’s popular Family Camp for fun filled weekend with family and friends. Come enjoy the Skye Farm facilities . We can assist you with campfires, swimming, boating, hikin g, singing, playing games, crafts and worship. Meals will be provided and families will have cabins or their own RV’s or tents for housing. Come join us for marshmallows, meals, me eting friends, merriment and music.(Friday evening after din ner – Monday morning after breakfast)Costs: $130 per family for cabins with electricity plus food costs $100 per family for cabins without electricity plus food costsFood Costs: 2 and under – No Charge, 3 – 11 years old - $35/person, 12 yea rs old and older $55/personRegister here: http://skyefarmcam p.org/index.php/join-us/event/1742  END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130528T040000Z DTEND:20130529T035900Z SUMMARY:Extended Cabinet Meeting DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130529T040000Z DTEND:20130530T035900Z SUMMARY:Fearlessly & Lovingly Feeding Souls DESCRIPTION:Fearlessly & Lovingly Feeding SoulsRev. Dr. William AbrahamS MU Perkins School of TheologyMay 29, 2013 at the Crowne Plaz a Hotel701 East Genesee Street, Syracuse, NYCost: $50 includ es buffet lunchThis one-day event for clergy and laity will inspire, encourage, inform and strengthen your ministrys fou ndations for evangelism as you spread the Good News of Jesus Christ. Sponsored by Binghamton District Evangelism Team an d open to all lay persons and clergy in the Upper New York A nnual Conference and beyond!Click Here for Registration Info rmationFor more information, contact Rev. 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Gary Doupe and Karen Peterson. They will share experiences from their fall 2012 Interfaith Peace-Builders’ trip to the West Bank and Gaza, a trip that was concluding as Israeli forces were moving on G aza."As demonstrated in the gospels, sharing a meal affords a time of meaningful fellowship, of appreciation for foods o f other peoples, and of remembering the common joys and suff erings experienced in life’s journey," Bergh said, "in this case, particularly of present-day Palestinians."The seating capacity is 150, and the dinner is open to all.For reservati ons, contact Peterson by May 29 at (607)739-3141 or Bergh at (315)492-8507. Make checks out to Upper New York Annual Con ference, with “Palestinian Dinner” on the memo line, and sen d them to Peterson at 116 Greenridge Drive, Horseheads, NY 1 4845, or Bergh at 116 Edna Road, Syracuse, NY 13205.The Plym outh Congregational Church is located at 232 East Onondaga S t., the juncture of Montgomery and Onondaga streets. Walkers , community guests and those needing handicapped access will enter at designated doors on Onondaga Street. Directions to the church will be available at the Conference Session at t he task force's table in the display room. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130603T040000Z DTEND:20130604T035900Z SUMMARY:GV District Laity Gatherings DESCRIPTION:We would like to invite you to an evening of conversation an d fellowship  with DS Rev. Ted Anderson.  This will give us the opportunity to talk with each other regarding concerns f rom your local church.  We wil also review Annual Conference .  The conversation will run from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.  END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130603T040000Z DTEND:20130604T035900Z SUMMARY:GV District Pastors Lunches DESCRIPTION:RSVP to District Office END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130604T040000Z DTEND:20130605T035900Z SUMMARY:GV District Laity Gatherings DESCRIPTION:We would like to invite you to an evening of conversation an d fellowship with DS. Rev. Ted Anderson.  This will give us the opportunity to talk with each other regarding concerns f rom your local church.  We will also review Annual Conferenc e.  All gatherings will meet form7:00pm to 8:30pm. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130604T040000Z DTEND:20130605T035900Z SUMMARY:GV District Pastor Lunches DESCRIPTION:RSVP to District Office END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130605T040000Z DTEND:20130606T035900Z SUMMARY:GV District Laity Gatherings DESCRIPTION:We would like to invite you to an evening of conversation an d fellowship with DS Rev. Ted Anderson.  This will give us a n opportunity to talk with each other regarding concerns fro m your local church.  We will also review Annual Conference.   The gatherings will run from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130605T040000Z DTEND:20130606T035900Z SUMMARY:GV District Pastor Lunches DESCRIPTION:RSVP to district office END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130606T040000Z DTEND:20130607T035900Z SUMMARY:GV District Transition Workshop for PPRC/SPRCs DESCRIPTION:Highly recommended for every church experiencing a new appoi ntment.  EXPECTED for every part time Pastor experiencing a new appointment. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130607T040000Z DTEND:20130610T035900Z SUMMARY:Asbury: Primetime at the Lake - Ageless Spirit DESCRIPTION:You are invited to our retreat setting on beautiful Silver L ake, NY, to join others in learning, exploring, and having f un. Our experienced facilitator, Barbara Bruce,will help you engage in mind/body/spirit activities enabling each of us t o discover the essence of WHO and WHOSE we are. We have a wi sdom born of our years of experiencing life – our joys and d oubts that through it all have made us who we are. Come and celebrate your ageless spirit.About Our Facilitator: Barbara BruceBarbara is an author and Christian educator with a pas sion for facilitating retreats. She believes that the mind, body, and spirit are intertwined to make us who we are as in dividuals. Barbara takes current findings in neurology and b iology, translates the concepts into everyday language, and offers appropriate responses that can easily be integrated i nto daily life. She teaches Mental Aerobics as part of the G erontology Certification Program at Lifespan. For more infor mation about Barbara visit her website at www.bbruce.com.For one of our evening programs, we will once again have Gretch en Murray Sepik. She will perform a theatrical characterizat ion of “Erie Canal Sal”, a fictitious character based on Old Black Nell who was a cook on the canal in the year 1840. Sh e speaks in an Irish brogue and weaves Irish Folk Tales into facts about the Erie Canal. Gretchen is an actress, author, illustrator, playwright, and storyteller. She performs for schools, colleges, museums, conferences, and more all over N ew York State and Pennsylvania. (insert provided photo)On Sa turday we will spend a day and experience a century at Genes ee Country Village & Museum. We will watch master craftsmen at work, find out what it was like to stay at a stage-coach inn, draw on a slate in a one-room schoolhouse, and experien ce the 19th century.This all inclusive package includes two overnight accommodations, six healthy and nourishing meals, sessions with Barbara Bruce, evening entertainment, a trip t o Genesee Country Village & Museum, boat rides on Silver Lak e, and more.A limited number of private rooms are available on first come first serve basis.A copy of Barbara Bruce’s bo ok, 100 Days to Successful Aging, may be reserved with regis tration at the special price of $10 per copy.Check-in begins at 2 p.m. on Friday. Retreat will conclude at 2:00 pm on Su nday.Cost:$199 multiple occupancy$249 single occupancy$109 C ommuterTo register go to www.asburyuny.org or call 585-237-5 262. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130607T040000Z DTEND:20130609T035900Z SUMMARY:Sky Lake: Volunteer Training DESCRIPTION:Counselors are THE KEY to the success of the outdoor ministr y of Sky Lake! The children, youth, or persons with special needs in your family group will look to you for guidance, fu n, safety, and understanding as they experience transformati on in their faith. We want to make sure that you are properl y prepared to handle the crucial role you play in this speci al ministry. Your training as a counselor at Sky Lake will b e divided into two time periods. Volunteer Training Weekend is the first portion of your training and is scheduled for F riday, June 7 at 7:00pm through Saturday, June 8 at 7:00pm. The second portion of your training will occur during the 24 hours just prior to the campers' arrival at Sky Lake. Wheth er you will be volunteering this summer for the twenty-fifth time or the first, it is important that you attend both per iods of training. A variety of activities are in the works f or Volunteer Training that will allow you to have fun while learning and growing in your own faith! A constant during th is year's training event will be a focus on God makes all th ings new--the theme for 2013. You will also have the opportu nity to attend workshops, such as "Youth Development Basics" , "No Child Left Indoors", and "Achieving Our Desired Outcom es", led by directors, staff members, and fellow volunteers.  There is no charge to attend Volunteer Training Weekend, bu t registration is required. To register, please email our Pr ogram Director, Matt Williams at matt@skylakecenter.org.  We look forward to seeing you soon and to having you be a part of our team this summer!                  END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130608T040000Z DTEND:20130609T035900Z SUMMARY:Aldersgate: Work Day DESCRIPTION:Help be part of preparing Aldersgate for a summer of life ch anging ministry by volunteering at one of Aldersgate's Work Days! We'll be cleaning, raking, painting, and all-around pr eparing for an absolutely incredible summer camp season. Bri ng your family, friends, and a servant's heart ready to work ! Lunch will be provided for all volunteers. For further inf ormation or questions, please call the Aldersgate Office at 315-348-8833. See you there!!  END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130608T040000Z DTEND:20130609T035900Z SUMMARY:Casowasco: Work Day DESCRIPTION:Help be part of preparing Aldersgate for a summer of life ch anging ministry by volunteering at one of Casowasco's Work D ays! We'll be cleaning, raking, painting, and all-around pre paring for an absolutely incredible summer camp season. Brin g your family, friends, and a servant's heart ready to work! Lunch will be provided for all volunteers. For further info rmation or questions, please call the Casowasco Office at 31 5-364-8756. See you there!! END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130609T040000Z DTEND:20130610T035900Z SUMMARY:Findley: Open House DESCRIPTION:Come see what camp is all about. Take a tour of our faciliti es and meet some of our staff. This is a great time to bring a first-time camper to our site for an up-close and persona l experience of what summer camp has to offer. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130610T040000Z DTEND:20130612T035900Z SUMMARY:Extended Cabinet AC DeBrief DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130615T040000Z DTEND:20130616T035900Z SUMMARY:Aldersgate: Open House - Day at Camp DESCRIPTION:Join us for Open House on Sunday, June 15th from 2:00pm-7:00 pm. It’s the perfect opportunity to come experience what a d ay at summer camp is like. There’ll be boating, games, meet- the-directors time, and more! Entrance and activities are fr ee, and a delicious Chicken BBQ dinner will be available. Ti ckets for the BBQ are $7.00 per adult, $4.00 per child ages 5 – 12, and children under 5 eat free.  Dinner tickets can b e purchased by calling the Aldersgate Administrative Office at (315) 348-8833 or e-mail info@aldersgateny.org. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130617T040000Z DTEND:20130618T035900Z SUMMARY:GV District Laity Gatherings DESCRIPTION:We would like to invite you to an evening of conversation an d fellowship with DS Rev. Ted Anderson.  This will give us a n opportunity to talk with each other regarding concerns fro m your local church.  We will also review Annual Conference.   The gatherings will run from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130617T040000Z DTEND:20130618T035900Z SUMMARY:GV District Pastor Lunches DESCRIPTION:RSVP District Office END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130618T040000Z DTEND:20130620T035900Z SUMMARY:CF&A Training DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130618T040000Z DTEND:20130619T035900Z SUMMARY:GV District Laity Gathering DESCRIPTION:We would like to invite you to an evening of  conversation a nd fellowship with DS Rev. Ted Anderson.  This will give us an opportunity to talk with each other regarding concerns fr om your local church.  We will also review Annaul Conference .  The gatherings will run from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130618T040000Z DTEND:20130619T035900Z SUMMARY:GV District Pastor Lunches DESCRIPTION:RSVP District Office END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130621T040000Z DTEND:20130627T035900Z SUMMARY:Director's Invitational DESCRIPTION:The best leadership exploration event around. Participants w ill learn to use their leadership skills for God’s glory. Fi rst time participants must be nominated by their churches or other local organizations.  END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130622T040000Z DTEND:00010102T045900Z SUMMARY:CF&A Training DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130623T040000Z DTEND:20130628T035900Z SUMMARY:CCYM Training Camp DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130627T040000Z DTEND:20130628T035900Z SUMMARY:UMM Night at the Ball Game: Binghamton District DESCRIPTION:The sixth annual United Methodist Night at the Ball Game wil l June 27 at NYSEG stadium in Binghamton. The singing of the National Anthem will be at 6:30 p.m. and we will select the person to throw out the ceremonial first pitch. The tickets are $8 each and proceeds will be split among the Society of St. Andrew for hunger relief, the Upper Room Living Prayer Center, and United Methodist Volunteers in Mission to aid fl ood victims in Upper New York; last year more than $1,900 wa s raised.Coordinator: Ken summersCoordinator Email: kensumme rs28@gmail.com  END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130629T040000Z DTEND:20130630T035900Z SUMMARY:Skye Farm: Open House DESCRIPTION:Skye Farm welcomes families, friends, alumni and future camp ers to attend our open house. Come and meet staff and tour c amp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130712T040000Z DTEND:20130715T035900Z SUMMARY:UMW Mission U: Cazenovia College DESCRIPTION:The United Methodist Women's Mission U is an opportunity to study, in depth, critical issues of today.The Central Region (Region 2) will meet July 12-14, 2013 at Cazenovia College. The three studies offered this year are:The Living Sacrament ally, Living Justly study is a "how-to manual for deepening our spirituality and engaging in mission. Our spiritual pers onhood is a part of the way we do social action and how we l ive in community. We will look at John Wesley’s focus on per sonal and spiritual holiness."The Roma of Europe is a cultur al overview of the Roma, "the single largest minority group in Europe." The Roma, often called gypsies, have a "fascinat ing − often violent − history, but they also have a deep spi rituality." The Roma culture is one that most of the U.S. is not familiar with. This study will help form an understandi ng of the Roma, and provide "opportunities for us to respond ."Poverty returns for a second year. "Wesleyan movements hav e embraced this concern by creating community centers with w hich to minister to destitute people. A large question is: ' Are we avoiding or encountering the poor?'"The cost per pers on with housing is $190 for adults, which includes dinner on Friday through lunch on Sunday; the cost to commuters is $1 25, which includes the same meals. The registration deadline is July 1, 2013.To register, contact Marcia Lee at vmlee55@ gmail.com or (315) 446-1686. You can also find the registrat ion form online here. For scholarship help contact Shirley V erity at grammatrue@aol.com  or (607) 732-8629.For more info rmation on Mission U, click here. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130718T040000Z DTEND:20130721T035900Z SUMMARY:UMW Mission U: Asbury Camp & Retreat Center DESCRIPTION:The United Methodist Women's Mission U is an opportunity to study, in depth, critical issues of today.The Western Region (Region 3) will meet July 18-20, 2013 at the Asbury Camp & Retreat Center near Silver Lake in Perry.The three studies o ffered this year are:The Living Sacramentally, Living Justly study is a "how-to manual for deepening our spirituality an d engaging in mission. Our spiritual personhood is a part of the way we do social action and how we live in community. W e will look at John Wesley’s focus on personal and spiritual holiness."The Roma of Europe is a cultural overview of the Roma, "the single largest minority group in Europe." The Rom a, often called gypsies, have a "fascinating − often violent − history, but they also have a deep spirituality." The Rom a culture is one that most of the U.S. is not familiar with. This study will help form an understanding of the Roma, and provide "opportunities for us to respond."Poverty returns f or a second year. "Wesleyan movements have embraced this con cern by creating community centers with which to minister to destitute people. A large question is: 'Are we avoiding or encountering the poor?'"The cost per adult with housing is $ 220; the cost to commuters is $150, which includes meals. A one-day sampler, which includes Saturday's lunch, is $45. Th e registration deadline is July 2, 2013.To register, contact Tracy Jackson at tracybaby7037@aol.com or (585) 472-6252). You can also find the registration form online here. For sch olarship help contact Carol Forden at cmforden@yahoo.com or (716) 634-6890.For more information on Mission U, click here . END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130720T040000Z DTEND:00010102T045900Z SUMMARY:CF&A Training DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130817T040000Z DTEND:20130818T035900Z SUMMARY:CF&A Training DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130913T040000Z DTEND:20130916T035900Z SUMMARY:UMW Mission U: Lake George DESCRIPTION:The United Methodist Women's Mission U is an opportunity to study, in depth, critical issues of today.The Eastern Region (Region 1) Mission U will meet Sept. 13-15, 2013 at the YMC A Conference Center near Lake George (Silver Bay).The three studies offered this year are:The Living Sacramentally, Livi ng Justly study is a "how-to manual for deepening our spirit uality and engaging in mission. Our spiritual personhood is a part of the way we do social action and how we live in com munity. We will look at John Wesley’s focus on personal and spiritual holiness."The Roma of Europe is a cultural overvie w of the Roma, "the single largest minority group in Europe. " The Roma, often called gypsies, have a "fascinating − ofte n violent − history, but they also have a deep spirituality. " The Roma culture is one that most of the U.S. is not famil iar with. This study will help form an understanding of the Roma, and provide "opportunities for us to respond."Poverty returns for a second year. "Wesleyan movements have embraced this concern by creating community centers with which to mi nister to destitute people. A large question is: 'Are we avo iding or encountering the poor?'"Registration is $75; room &  board for two nights and six meals is additional. The regis tration deadline is Aug. 1, 2013.To register, contact Marcia Dudden at madudden@aol.com, (518) 233-0238 or (518) 588-681 2. You can also find the registration form online here. For scholarship help contact Sue Olmstead at solmstead1@stny.rr. com, (607) 563-3750 or (607) 561-7390.For more information o n Mission U, click here. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130918T040000Z DTEND:20130919T035900Z SUMMARY:GV District Fall Pastors Meeting DESCRIPTION:PLease choose either 1:30pm tp 4:30pm or 6:00pm to 9:00pm END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130921T040000Z DTEND:20130922T035900Z SUMMARY:CF&A Training DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130921T040000Z DTEND:20130922T035900Z SUMMARY:Hand to Plow Laity Peer Learning Group DESCRIPTION:Lunch will be provided. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130921T040000Z DTEND:20130922T035900Z SUMMARY:Hand to Plow Laity Peer Learning Group DESCRIPTION:Lunch will be provided. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130921T040000Z DTEND:20130922T035900Z SUMMARY:Hand to Plow Laity Peer Learning Group DESCRIPTION:Lunch will be provided. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130928T040000Z DTEND:20130929T035900Z SUMMARY:Conference Leadership Team Meeting DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130928T040000Z DTEND:20130929T035900Z SUMMARY:Hand to Plow Laity Peer Learning Group DESCRIPTION:Lunch will be provided. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130928T040000Z DTEND:20130929T035900Z SUMMARY:Hand to Plow Laity Peer Learning Group DESCRIPTION:Lunch will be provided. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130928T040000Z DTEND:20130929T035900Z SUMMARY:Hand to Plow Laity Peer Learning Group DESCRIPTION:Lunch will be provided. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20130929T040000Z DTEND:20131001T035900Z SUMMARY:Board of Ordained Ministry DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131016T040000Z DTEND:20131017T035900Z SUMMARY:District Day: Northern Flow District DESCRIPTION:District Day with Bishop Mark J. Webb.Clergy session: 10 a.m . to 1 p.m. with lunch provided Laity and clergy session: 6: 30-8:30 p.m. Canton UMC, 41 Court St., Canton END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131103T040000Z DTEND:20131105T045900Z SUMMARY:Board of Ordained Ministry DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131105T050000Z DTEND:20131106T045900Z SUMMARY:GV District Bishop Webb Day on the District - Laity AND Past ors DESCRIPTION:Laity and Pastors at this meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131105T050000Z DTEND:20131106T045900Z SUMMARY:GV District Bishop Webb Day on the District - Pastors DESCRIPTION:Pastors meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131116T050000Z DTEND:20131117T045900Z SUMMARY:Hand to Plow Laity Peer Learning Group DESCRIPTION:Lunch will be provided. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131116T050000Z DTEND:20131117T045900Z SUMMARY:Hand to Plow Laity Peer Learning Group DESCRIPTION:Lunch will be provided. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131116T050000Z DTEND:20131117T045900Z SUMMARY:Hand to Plow Laity Peer Learning Group DESCRIPTION:Lunch will be provided. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131123T050000Z DTEND:20131124T045900Z SUMMARY:Hand to Plow Laity Peer Learning Group DESCRIPTION:Lunch will be provided. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131123T050000Z DTEND:20131124T045900Z SUMMARY:Hand to Plow Laity Peer Learning Group DESCRIPTION:Lunch will be provided. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20131123T050000Z DTEND:20131124T045900Z SUMMARY:Hand to Plow Laity Peer Learning Group DESCRIPTION:Lunch will be provided. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20140126T050000Z DTEND:20140128T045900Z SUMMARY:Board of Ordained Ministry DESCRIPTION: END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR