District Updates
Latest Updates
-
Capital UMC Chronicles: August 2026
Stories and Sightings from Across the District “I thank my God every time I remember you… because of your sharing in the gospel from the first day until now. I Continue Reading→
-
Building Relationships with Capital District Superintendent, Rev. Dr. David Joyner
Grace and peace to you in the name of Jesus Christ. As we welcome the Rev. Dr. David Joyner as the new District Superintendent of the Capital District, we are Continue Reading→
-
Disability Ministry Luncheon and Planning Meeting
Soapstone UMC hopes to create a network of churches in ministry with people with disabilities, and we’d like to begin with a gathering on Saturday, April 18. Join us for Continue Reading→
-
Capital Connection with Alan: Common Life
I spent the better part of January holding annual consultations with the clergy of the Capital District. The consultations provided time for me to get to know each person better Continue Reading→
-
Capital Connection with Alan: Spiritual Olympics?
Lent didn’t always bring out the best in some of my colleagues in divinity school. The somber season, during which penitence and self-examination are a focus, became a competitive enterprise Continue Reading→
-
Capital Connection with Alan: Between Old and New
The turn between the old and new year is a liminal space. It is a transition that is often uncomfortable. We feel a bit unsettled as the familiar fades away. Continue Reading→
-
Capital Connection with Alan: Seeing Jesus Through the Christmas Trees
Things should be slowing down as we approach the end of the year, but as anyone who has been in ministry for a long time knows, that doesn’t happen. December Continue Reading→
-
Capital Connection with Alan: Connections
As I have assumed the duties of a district superintendent, I have discovered there is a lot to learn. There are many systems and schedules with which to become familiar. Continue Reading→
-
Capital Connection with Jon: Running the Race
“…..let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter Continue Reading→