Yearly Homepage Announcements

 

Strawberry Fest

Held annually on the second Saturday of July

Thank you to community members, near and far, for supporting our annual Strawberry Festival this summer. Strawberry shortcake. Raffle baskets. Lunch. Pies. Sales of collectibles, books, jewelry, and more. A good time was had by all. Look for us on the lawn again next July of 2025.

Book Bag Project

Summer 2025

Working with the Food Pantries of Horicon and Chester, we collected school supplies and filled book bags for selected students in the North Warren Central School District.

Bible Sharing

Wednesdays – 10 am – 11 am

  .  . devote yourself to the public reading of scripture .  .  .  1 Timothy 4:13

Join us in fellowship hall of the church for a relaxed time chatting about favored Bible verses. This is not a Bible study. What verses speak to you? Choose a Bible passage special to you and share with our group. All are welcome.

Skye Farm Opportunities

Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024

A resident Christian camp in Warrensburg, Skye Farm offers adventures for children and youth ages 3-18. UMC Chestertown is sending 3 children to camp.

Camp website: skyefarmcamp.org

District Day

Saturday, Sept. 28;  9 am – 3 pm

  .  . devote yourself to the public reading of scripture .  .  .  1 Timothy 4:13

Join fellowship and learning opportunities with members of the Albany and Adirondack Districts. Up to 20 workshops on a variety of topics will be facilitated by pastors, laity and community leaders. The day will begin with worship at 9 AM, followed by a series of three 75-minute workshops, with lunch provided. After a closing worship the day will conclude at 3 pm. This is a wonderful time to connect with old friends and new, as we grow in mind and spirit!

AFTER THE EVENT: Old friends and new connected during District Day at Saratoga Springs UMC. Clergy, lay servants, and church members of  the Adirondack and Albany Districts enjoyed learning opportunities and fellowship. Up to 20 workshops on a variety of topics were facilitated by pastors, laity and community leaders. The day began with worship. Lots of time was given for lunch and mingling. It was a meaningful opportunity to grow in mind and spirit with fellow Methodists.

New Plaques for our Church Building

157 years old

The Historical Society of the Town of Chester wanted to do a project recognizing the older buildings in the villages of Chestertown and Pottersville. As a result it was decided that plaques would be given to the owners of buildings built before 1900. A list was made of those buildings; the owners were notified; and plaques were ordered for those who wanted them. The plaques were then given to the building owners.

The cross and flames, symbols of the Methodist tradition, were given to our church.

Drive around The Town of Chester. How many plaques showing off the older buildings can you find?

Charge Conference

Friday, Oct. 18;  6 pm

Riparius-Wevertown-Johnsburg (RWJ) UMC

1798 S Johnsburg Rd, Johnsburg, NY 12843

Congregations of Chestertown, Pottersville, and RWJ will meet with Superintendent Debbie Earthrowl. All church members are encouraged to attend and vote as needed. In addition to our traditional Church Conference business, we will have an opportunity to talk about the things that are going well in our discipleship processes, and about what is next in building on the process.

Christmas Toys for Children

Christmas 2024

We are collecting toys to give to children for Christmas. Bring your donations to the church service on Sundays at 11 am or to the Share Center on Saturdays from 10 am – 2 pm, or arrange for delivery by contacting Jolie at Oxyoke Construction  518-494-7385. Contact Jolie or our church office if you know of a child in need.