First Presbyterian Church of Augusta & Vernon Center

2345 Route 26
Oriskany Falls, NY 13425
ph: (315) 843-4053
augustapresbyterian@msn.com

Links

PRESBYTERIAN SITES OF INTEREST

Presbytery of Utica www.uticapresby .com

1605 Genesee Street
Utica, NY 13501-4710
(315) 735-6311

Synod of the Northeast www.synodne.org

Synod of the Northeast is an upper judicatory of the Presbyterian Church (USA) based in Stony Point, New York. The synod oversees twenty-two presbyteries in six New England states (Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut), two of the three Mid-Atlantic States (New Jersey and New York), plus an overseas presbytery in the Republic of Korea.

Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) www.pcusa.org

Presbyterianism is a way of being Christian. It’s not the only way or even the best way, but it’s our way. We’re part of the Presbyterian Church (USA), a 2.1 million member denomination that has churches all over the U.S. We’re a church of the Protestant Reformation that has its origins in Switzerland and Scotland.

Like all Christian churches, we believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God who lived, died on the cross and then rose again to rescue us from sin and death, and bring a new start to the world; that the Bible is the Word of God by which God speaks to us; that God is known as Trinity - Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

First Presbyterian Church of Augusta & Vernon Center www.facebook.com/pages/First-Presbyterian-Church-of-Augusta-and-Vernon-Center/114360592135

This is our church Facebook page. we post pictures, videos, and frequent updates about the life of our church.

The Lay Academy http://www.uticala.org

The mission of the Lay Academy is to:

train lay members of the churches of Utica Presbytery to become Authorized Lay Preachers (ALP) and/or Commissioned Lay Pastors (CLP);
provide study opportunities for those who would like to deepen their understanding and practice of the Christian; and
offer seminary level courses locally within Utica Presbytery.

MEMBER SITES OF INTEREST

Hearts of Hope www.heartsofhopeproject.org/blog

The Hearts of Hope Project is a program of the KEYS Program, a 501c3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to bring comfort and hope to kids with cancer, as well as those in need of healing, through music.

Keys Program http://www.thekeysprogram.org

Since 1994, Keys has been delivering soothing songs of hope to kids with cancer and serious illness across the U.S. Whether music is used to help calm a scared child facing surgery or to lift their spirits when they feel isolated, alone and weary in their battle, music brings hope, joy and comfort to the hearts of kids. Keys was founded by Colleen and David Bennett of our church.

Winner's Circle Pizzeria http://www.facebook.com/pages/Winners-Circle-Pizzeria/144129528949962

Winner's Circle Pizzeria http://winnerscirclepizza.com/index.html

Winner's Circle Pizzeria

http://winnerscirclepizza.com/index.html

5378 E. State Street, Route 5, Vernon NY 13476

315-829-3248

A Family Owned Themed Pizzeria of Vernon's History. Photographs & Memorabilia of Utica Rome Speedway & Vernon Downs Racing on every wall. Delicious Food & Great Service. A New Piece of Vernon, NY's History, one slice at a Time! The restaurant is own by our own Wayne and Diane Cross. Heather, Ty, & Lizzie Cross also work there.

Thieme Fitness Works http://www.facebook.com/pages/Thieme-Fitness-Works-Personal-Training-Studio/255562504472101

Our own Colleen Nester Thieme is the owner and operator of Thieme Fitness Works Personal Training Studio. She has been a Fitness professional with over 30 years of experience training, motivating, and guiding her clients to achieve their goals. She is certified with ACE, AFAA, and NETA. Colleen's motto is "life is better when we work out together." It is located in the New Hartford Shopping Center.

LOOK LISTEN & THINK

(A blog by Mary LaClair)

 www.LookListenANDThink.com

http://www.helium.com/users/447227

MISSIONS WE SUPPORT

Presbyterian Homes for Central New York, Inc. www.presbyterianhome.com

Presbyterian Homes & Services celebrated its 40th year anniversary in 2007. In 1962, the Utica Presbytery investigated the possibility of building a nursing home for elderly Presbyterians in need of convalescent, rehabilitative and/or nursing care. Today, it has surpassed this need and have gone far beyond the dreams of our founders. Pastor Jay currently serves as President of the Presbyterian Homes for Central New York.

Johnson Park Center johnsonparkcenter.org

JCTOD Outreach, Inc. dba Johnson Park Center (JPC) is a faith-based non-profit organization that promotes positive change, revitalization, and community development in the heart of Cornhill, the poorest neighborhood in the City of Utica, New York. We provide emergency and supportive housing for women, children, and families, as well as a range of community-based support services in the areas of nutrition, recreation, mentoring, and advocacy. Our programs build hope and empowerment, and help individuals become self-sufficient, contributing members of the community. Pastor Jay is on the board of the Center.

Oneida County Habitat for Humanity www.oneidacountyhabitat.org

Habitat for Humanity International, is an ecumenical Christian organization working in partnership with people in need to fight poverty and to build and renovate decent, affordable housing in Oneida County. To accomplish these goals, Habitat invites people of all backgrounds, races and religions to join in building houses together. Pastor Jay has served as legal counsel since its founding.

Word of Life Camps http://wolcamps.org

We have been sending our kids to camp at Word of Life for many years.

Kingdom Bound http://www.kingdombound.org/

One of the premiere Christian music festivals in the Northeast US & S. Ontario, Canada! August 5-8 2012 at Darien Lake Theme Park Resort

Voice of the Martyrs http://www.persecution.com/

The Voice of the Martyrs is a non-profit, inter-dominational Christian dedicated to assisting the persecuted church worldwide. VOM was founded in 1967 by Pastor Richard Wurmbrand, who was imprisoned 14 years in Communist Romania for his faith in Christ. His wife, Sabina, was imprisoned for three years. In the 1960s, Richard, Sabina, and their son, Mihai, were ransomed out of Romania and came to the United States. Through their travels, the Wurmbrands spread the message of the atrocities that Christians face in restricted nations, while establishing a network of offices dedicated to assisting the persecuted church.

American Tract Society http://www.atstracts.org/

The American Tract Society (ATS) is a nonprofit, nonsectarian but evangelical organization founded on May 11, 1825 in New York City for the purpose of publishing and disseminating Christian literature. ATS traces its lineage back through the New York Tract Society (1812) and the New England Tract Society (1814) to the Religious Tract Society of London, begun in 1799. Over the years, ATS has produced and distributed many millions of pieces of literature.

MEDIA WE SUPPORT

K-LOVE Radio http://www.klove.com/

K-Love broadcasts Christian radio at 107.3 FM

Air One Radio http://www.air1.com/

Alternative Christian Radio at 100.7 FM

God's Country http://www.godscountryclub.com/

This was a local favorite through November 2010. If you want to listen to the station yoiu can do so on line at the link above.

Christianity Today http://www.christianitytoday.com/

Christianity Today is an Evangelical Christian periodical based in Carol Stream, Illinois. It is the flagship publication of its parent company Christianity Today International, claiming circulation figures of 140,000 and readership of 290,000.The founder, Billy Graham, stated that he wanted to "plant the evangelical flag in the middle-of-the-road, taking the conservative theological position but a definite liberal approach to social problems".

Presbyterians Today http://gamc.pcusa.org/ministries/today/

Published 10 times a year, Presbyterian Today explores practical issues of faith and life, tells stories of Presbyterians who are living their faith. It is a general interest magazine that covers a wide range of church news and activities. It features articles about what Presbyterians believe, Bible study and devotional helps, and provocative commentary on the church's role in society.

SITES OF LOCAL INTEREST

Madison Central School www.madisoncentralny.org