Erwin First United Methodist Church

06/04/2026

see our link to contact YOUR representatives! !!!

As United Methodists, and with the General Board of Church and Society, we understand our call to transform the world involves personal, social and civic righteousness.

https://www.umcjustice.org/what-you-can-do/take-action-2026

The relationships we form in our communities, often through our direct service and mercy ministries, lead us to be advocates for justice. We cannot remain silent when we witness our neighbors impacted by broken social, economic and political systems that result in poverty, conflict, and oppression.

Advocating alongside our neighbors, we call leaders to account and demand policies and practices that reflect our understanding of justice and dignity for all. While the journey toward justice is long, God encourages us and sustains us through community.
Church and Society educates, equips and connects advocates with other United Methodists and faith and community-based partners as, together, we build a movement for justice.
Take Action
For current legislative advocacy actions in the United States,
https://www.umcjustice.org/what-you-can-do/take-action-2026

06/03/2026

06/03/2026

They're back!

We are thrilled to bring you another wonderful Farmer's Market season starting today! Please come out and support our local vendors Wednesdays 2-6pm here at Westcott Community Center.

Mom's Diner
Syracuse Honey
Southwick Family Farm
The Brady Farm (starting 6/10)
Bonita's "Good Stuff"
Khrystyna's Home Bakery

06/03/2026

in this letter John Wesley tells his friend he is worthy of salvation.
MY DEAR ALLECK, - It is a natural effect of your bodily weakness and of the turn of your mind that you are continually inclined to write bitter things against yourself. Hence you are easily persuaded to believe him that tells you that you 'are void of every degree of saving faith.' No; that is not the case. For salvation is only by faith; and you have received a degree of salvation.
You are saved from many outward sins - from the corruption that overspreads the land as a flood. You are saved in a degree from inward sin; from impenitence, for you know and feel yourself a sinner. You are saved in a degree from pride; for you begin to know yourself poor and helpless. You are saved from seeking happiness in the world: this is not a small thing. O praise God for all you have, and trust Him for all you want! Peace be with your spirits! - I am, dear Alleck,
Yours affectionately. ~ John Wesley (letter to Alexander Knox, July 11, 1778)

MY DEAR ALLECK, - It is a natural effect of your bodily weakness and of the turn of your mind that you are continually inclined to write bitter things against yourself. Hence you are easily persuaded to believe him that tells you that you 'are void of every degree of saving faith.' No; that is not the case. For salvation is only by faith; and you have received a degree of salvation.

You are saved from many outward sins - from the corruption that overspreads the land as a flood. You are saved in a degree from inward sin; from impenitence, for you know and feel yourself a sinner. You are saved in a degree from pride; for you begin to know yourself poor and helpless. You are saved from seeking happiness in the world: this is not a small thing. O praise God for all you have, and trust Him for all you want! Peace be with your spirits! - I am, dear Alleck,

Yours affectionately. ~ John Wesley (letter to Alexander Knox, July 11, 1778)

06/02/2026

This June, GBCS acknowledges the contributions and sacrifices of the LGBTQIA+ community in the pursuit of peace and justice nationally and globally. Pride Month was established in the United States to commemorate the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in New York City. The United Methodist Church’s Social Principles affirm that human sexuality is a gift grounded in love, care, and respect.
We encourage members and congregations of the church to take time to learn from and listen to members of the q***r community, to practice inclusivity, and to stand in solidarity against attacks on the LGBTQIA+ community—especially those targeting youth. We call for the protection of the rights and personhood of q***r and trans people within both the church and public policy.
Ways to engage: Join the LGBTQIA+ monthly working group (fourth Wednesday of every month at 5 p.m. ET), connect with your conference chapter of the Reconciling Ministries Network (RMN) for resources, and participate in advocacy efforts in your local community and state.
Contact [email protected] to join Church & Society's LGBTQIA+ monthly working group.
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This June, GBCS acknowledges the contributions and sacrifices of the LGBTQIA+ community in the pursuit of peace and justice nationally and globally. Pride Month was established in the United States to commemorate the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in New York City. The United Methodist Church’s Social Principles affirm that human sexuality is a gift grounded in love, care, and respect.

We encourage members and congregations of the church to take time to learn from and listen to members of the q***r community, to practice inclusivity, and to stand in solidarity against attacks on the LGBTQIA+ community—especially those targeting youth. We call for the protection of the rights and personhood of q***r and trans people within both the church and public policy.

Ways to engage: Join the LGBTQIA+ monthly working group (fourth Wednesday of every month at 5 p.m. ET), connect with your conference chapter of the Reconciling Ministries Network (RMN) for resources, and participate in advocacy efforts in your local community and state.

Contact [email protected] to join Church & Society's LGBTQIA+ monthly working group.

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06/02/2026

Our neighborhood farmer's market hosted by the Westcott Community Center starts again tomorrow! Let's welcome them back!

Who else is counting down the days until the return of Westcott CC's Farmers Market on Syracuse’s Eastside? 🌽🍓🥚 We’re just TWO WEEKS away from another season of fresh, local goodness!

Shop for:
🍅 Farm fresh produce
🥚 Fresh eggs
🥩 Locally raised meat & poultry
🍯 Local honey & NY maple syrup
🍞 Freshly baked pound cakes & sweet breads
🍴 Fresh prepared foods from our local diner
…and so much more!

Come support local farmers, makers, and small businesses while enjoying one of our favorite community traditions right here on Syracuse’s Eastside. Wednesdays, rain or shine, June through October at the Westcott Community Center!

📍 826 Euclid Ave, Syracuse
🕑 Wednesdays | 2PM–6PM

✨ We’re also still looking for ONE additional vendor to join this season’s lineup! Interested? Reach out to learn more.

Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EB2sYQaG2/

05/31/2026

Erwin First United Methodist Church, Syracuse, NY
www.erwinfirstchurch.org

First Sunday after Pentecost
Sermon Preacher Rev. Dr. David Carney

All music performed by the Erwin First Band is covered by copyright licensing through:
CCLI License #2704322
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05/25/2026

05/24/2026

We in the wish you a blessed . Happy birthday to the Christian church! Come, Holy Spirit, Come.

05/24/2026

Erwin First United Methodist Church, Syracuse, NY
www.erwinfirstchurch.org

Pentecost
Scripture Reading: Acts 2:1-21
Sermon Title: This Is That

All music performed by the Erwin First Band is covered by copyright licensing through:
CCLI License #2704322
OneLicense -710639