A Place for Faith, Love, and Community
Discover a welcoming space where faith, love, and community come together.
About Us
Esperance Sloansville United Methodist Church is a vibrant and inclusive congregation located in Esperance, New York. We are passionate about fostering spiritual growth and community outreach, guided by the love and teachings of Jesus Christ. Our doors are open to all, offering a warm and supportive environment for individuals and families alike.
Food Pantry: Please call 518-248-2185 for a confidential appointment for free non-perishable food.
Faith Adventure Club is seeking new members, kids K-8th. The club meets at 10:45 on Sunday in the Education Building.
Kids "Pray-ground"
Service is currently being held in the Tiffany Room of the Education Building to conserve energy during the winter.
Pastor Alisyn
Email: pastoralisyn@gmail.com
Meet Pastor Alisyn, the dedicated leader of Esperance Sloansville United Methodist Church, where she brings her passion for spiritual growth and community outreach to the vibrant and inclusive congregation. With a heart for guiding others through the love and teachings of Jesus Christ, Pastor Alisyn creates a warm, welcoming space for individuals and families alike to connect and grow in faith. Her commitment to serving the Esperance, New York, community makes her a compassionate and inspiring presence in the church.
Weekly Announcements and Prayer Requests
Hi ESUMC Family,
Here’s what’s happening in our church and around our community this week:
Worship– Sunday, December 14 at 11:00 AM
We will continue celebrating the season of Advent with our new sermon series, "What do you fear?"
Faith Adventure Club – Sunday, December 14 at 10:45 AM
FAC meets in the Education Building for age-appropriate faith formation and fun for kids in grades K–8.
ESUMC Christmas Adopt-A-Family
This year, ESUMC is working to sponsor a family for Christmas. At church, there are tags to be taken off our tree with specific wishes. If you'd like to donate money to purchase these gifts, please contact Wendi (wendirichards1209@gmail.com). Gifts are requested by Sunday, Dec. 21st.
Grant Money Awarded!
We have some good news for our food pantry! Global Ministries (The worldwide mission, relief, and development agency of The United Methodist Church) has awarded ESUMC $2,000 to support our ongoing work of helping to feed our community!
Thank you for Supporting Our Food Pantry!
Thanks to everyone who helped make our Thanksgiving Basket Ministry a success! Because of your ongoing support, our ESUMC food pantry was able to supply 26 families in our community with full Thanksgiving meals.
Additionally, thank you to those who helped ensure our Community Turkey Stroll to support this ministry was a success! We received numerous boxes and bags of food, as well as cash donations. A special thank you to the Esperance Elks for their generous donation, and to the Esperance Fire Department for being such great hosts!
ESUMC & DUMC Advent Community Dinners – Mondays In Advent
Join us for 3 Mondays in Advent for a time of food, faith, & fellowship for the whole family! Each evening will include a free meal, a short devotion, & an activity or entertainment that reflects our weekly Advent themes.
Monday, December 15 – Joy | at ESUMC
Join us for a potluck dinner, a PJ party, and a Yankee Gift Swap game, sharing the joy of the season. We’ll also be collecting PJs for children in need.
Potluck Requets:
ESUMC: Main and side dishes
DUMC: Desserts
Evening Schedule: 6:00 pm Meal | 6:45 pm Devotions & Activity
Christmas Eve Worship – Dec 24 at 7:00 PM
Join us for Christmas Eve as we celebrate the birth of the Christ child!
Prayer Requests
Please hold these loved ones and neighbors in your prayers:
Please keep Hart Rockwell in your prayers, as he has been admitted to Albany Med. We also ask for prayers for his wife, Cricket, and their loved ones during this difficult time. May they feel God’s comfort, strength, and healing presence surrounding them.
Please keep John Richards in your prayers as he recovers from his recent surgeries. Please also keep Wendi and John Richards in your prayers, for the loss of Wendi's mother, Sharon. Additionally, their dear friend, Eric, who recently passed.
Please keep Corky Scranton in your prayers as he recovers from his recent surgery.
Please keep Bonnie Barnes in your prayers, who recently had a fall
–Those in our communities impacted by recent fires
–Our homebound members
–Those who are struggling with food insecurity
–Those without permanent housing
–Those battling illness and disease, mental health, and addictions
–Those who mourn
Have a prayer request? Email us at esumcny@gmail.com.
Our Services
1
Sunday Worship
Join us every Sunday at 11:00 AM for uplifting worship, prayer, and inspiring messages that resonate with people of all ages.
2
Lenten Devotionals
5 Mondays in Lent, 7 pm
Light Refreshments, short devotion, craft, or activity.
March 10th
March 17th
March 24th
March 31st
April 7th
3
Sunday School to Faith Adventure Club
Our Sunday School (Faith Adventure Club). Ages K thru 8th grade are welcome to come. We meet downstairs in the Education building at 10:45am. Then at 11:20 we proceed to the church for the children's message and the rest of the church service.
4
Community Outreach
From food drives to local shelter support, we are committed to serving our neighbors and making a difference in the lives of those in need. Our Food Pantry is here to assist. Anybody needing food can receive nonperishable items by calling and making an appointment at 518 248-2185
Coming Soon
Flood Bucket Campaign.
ESUMC is donating work gloves and green scrubbers. Financial donations needed. Please contact Corky Scranton at 518 727-9368 to give.Buckets will be assembled at the church on March 2nd at 3:00 pm in the Tiffany Room of the Education Building followed by a PotLuck Dinner. Everyone is welcome.
Maundy Thursday Dinner and Worship Service
April 17th, 6:00 pm dinner, 7:00 pm service.
ESUMC Tiffany Room
Mosaic Home Repair Project
July 7 through July 13.
Contact Corky Scranton at 518 727-9368 if you are a Homeowner in need of repair or if you would like to be on the work crew doing the repairs.
Ready to connect with a faith-filled community?
Join us this Sunday or reach out to learn more about our services!
