Pastor Bud Reedy was appointed Superintendent of Upstate New York District. Pastor Bud was appointed by the Board of General Superintendents in consultation with the Upstate New York Advisory Council as District Superintendent to succeed Bill Carr. On Sunday, September 30, Pastor Bud shared with York Stillmeadow his resignation and plan to move to New York. Pastor Bud Reedy has pastored in Hershey, PA Oxford, PA, and since 1990 has served as lead pastor at York, PA Stillmeadow Church of the Nazarene. Bud & Sally will be missed on our district ministry team and as pastor of Stillmeadow. We pray for God's blessings as he moves into this new assignment.

David F. Dayhoff celebrates 50 years as Pastor of Cumberland, MD Bethel Church of the Nazarene

The Cumberland Bethel Church of the Nazarene celebrated 50 years of pastoral leadership by their pastor, David Dayhoff. Arriving in Cumberland in 1962, pastor Dayhoff has led the congregation in three building programs, and has reached hundreds of people for the kingdom of God. The special celebration service was planned by lay leaders in the church, and included special songs, scriptures, photos, and friends. Former members, family, and other guests gathered for this special service and a dinner in the fellowship hall. We celebrate this legacy of ministry, and honor David and Janet Dayhoff for this monumental accomplishment.

Congratulations to Gaithersburg, MD Church and Pastor Ben Spitler

On Sunday, September 30, the Gaithersburg, MD Church of the Nazarene dedicated their new addition to their facility.  The new facility includes a family life center, addition to their foyer, restrooms, kitchen, and classrooms.  The congregation has been working on this addition for a number of months.  The church dedicated this new facility for the purposes of God and with a specific mindset of reaching their community.  We congratulate Pastor Ben Spitler for his outstanding leadership.  

Pastor Ralph Clark Announces Retirement

Ralph Clark, pastor at Indian Head, MD Church of the Nazarene announced his retirement, and his plans to move back to Bicknell, Indiana. He is resigning as pastor of Indian Head effective October 28th.  We will miss Ralph & Gayle on our district ministry team, but we are grateful for their ministry to the district and to Indian Head.  We ask God's blessings upon their retirement years and continued ministry to churches. 

TEAM DAY 2012 (Leadership Advance) - PHOTOS Click here

UPDATED DISTRICT NYI CALENDAR 2012-2013.  Click here

New Dates for 2013 Teen Camp @ Rhodes Grove, PLEASE NOTE:  July 22-26, 2013 

ATTENTION:  Those across the district who are leaders in youth ministry.  You are invited to a YOUTH MINISTRY COHORT on Saturday, October 27th.  

It will take place at the District Missional Resource Center, beginning at 10:30 am and lasting until 2:00 pm.  Lunch is provided at no cost!  (We just ask that you RSVP by Wednesday, October 25th.)  Teen Ministry Pastors & Leaders are invited to come together for a conversation about current youth ministry topics and district NYI activities and ministries.  Questions?  RSVP? Contact Gregg Alsbrooks (443-617-6429 or galsbrooks@belairnazarene.org)

October designated Clergy Appreciation Month. 
October is Clergy Appreciation month, and the Office of Clergy Development encourages all congregations to come alongside their clergy, who sacrifice and faithfully serve the Lord and His church. Read More

COMMUNITY OF HOPE CELEBRATES 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF PASTOR LARRY TAYLOR.  October 6-7, 2012, the Congregation of Community of Hope will gather to celebrate the ministry of their pastor.  You are invited to attend either Saturday AM or Sunday activities with special guests.  Click here for flyer and information.  

The Come to the Fire Conference is being held at Olivet Nazarene University October 11-13. This year live streaming of this holiness conference for women is available to churches as well as to individuals in their homes. Forty churches have already contacted us about being a host church and some are opening their doors to the other churches in their district.  Would there be one or more churches on this district that would like to host the live streaming of Come to the Fire? If so, we will be glad to send you additional information (manazoffice@gmail.com). This is a free event, and we are eager for as many as possible to be a part of what we believe God will do when we come together.  Click here for a brochure.  You can view a promotional DVD at:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTdjTmwX3EE&feature=youtu.be  

Women's Retreat Oct 26-28 at Skycroft.  Special Speaker Susie Shellenberger and Worship Leader Chris Merki.  Shared Motel rooms $150 each or Dorm Style Lodge rooms $125 each

This will be a wonderful time of great teaching, fellowship and worship.  We invite all women in our district to retreat with us to the Catoctin mountains near Camp David, Maryland.  We'll enjoy fun crafts, hikes and lots of refreshment.  The price includes all meals Friday night dinner through to Sunday Lunch, all lodging and activity fees.  Space is limited, so please contact Retreat Coordinator Lisa Baldridge at LisaJ.Baldridge@Verzion.net or 301-502-0462 if you would like to sign up or have questions.  We are unable to offer a reduced price to day time-only attenders.  

Saturday, October 20: Grace Pointe Community for Missions 5K Trail Run/Walk.  Registration begins at 8am race begins at 9am Runners may pick up registration pack early---Friday , October 19th from 4-6 pm at the church. Benefits Grace Pointe's "Back Pack Buddies" ministry-providing food over weekends and holidays during the school year for children that are challenged with not having enough food during that time frame (most needy children receiving free/reduced breakfast and lunch at school).  See website for more information.