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Amber Congregational Church
Loving relationships that are committed to God, accountable to each other, involved in Christ’s transforming work in our world.
Everything is possible for one who believes. Mark 9:23
SUNDAY WORSHIP 9:30 AM
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Our church is located in the hamlet of Amber on beautiful Otisco Lake in New York.
Established 1824
About
We are proud of our community and glad to be a part of Amber, New York. To us, it is home—a place to settle down and raise a family, to sink down roots, and grow strong together.
As the only church in Amber, we feel a special responsibility to contribute to the community life. In particular we seek to provide a place and a program for the public worship of God.
Of course, there are other services we attempt to provide, but this remains our central focus. We welcome you to join us.
Mission Links
We are pleased to support many important local, nationwide and foreign ministries with our prayers and financial contributions.
We encourage you to check them out and become better informed regarding their ministries and to keep current with their prayer needs by visiting their websites regularly.
Sundays are just the beginning
We have a schedule of events that extend across the whole week.
Make new friends, serve your neighbor, and grow in faith.
Share a meal and fellowship at Saturday Supper Club
Invest in our community through love in action with our Homeless packs.
You will feel a genuine sense of belonging when you attend our bible-based services, join a small group or be inspired and grow through Jesus at weekly bible study.
Raise your voice with our choir, a small unique small group.
Our History
In 1824 , the people of Amber established a Religious Society and erected a Meeting House in order to provide a place for Christian worship in the community. Initially arrangements were made with nearby churches to ensure that an ordained minister be available to conduct weekly worship, preach and officiate the sacraments of the church.
All denominations were welcome to use the building although the Methodist-Episcopal Church was the only one to do so on a regular basis. The Amber Religious Society was reorganized in 1918 as a Congregational Church. The change from society to church was more a statement of our identity than a change of direction.
The original focus remains the same. We still seek to provide to all people in our community a place for the public worship of God.
200 Years
1824 - 2024
Pastor Search for Amber Church
The Amber Congregational Church in Amber NY is looking for a full time permanent pastor. We are a family pastoral country church that is very healthy with 50-60 regular attendance each Sunday and a membership roll of 120+. We operate a debt free budget, supporting a single full-time pastor position. Weekly/monthly activities outside of our Sunday morning worship include bible studies, Sunday school, congregational gatherings, community luncheons, men’s and women's activities, as well as outreach to the local community. The interim Pastor will lead Sunday morning worship, help direct Sunday School (adult class), lead one bible study during the week, provide pastoral care as needed, and will be responsible for the administration of the church during the week (Note: administration is quite simple for our small church). The church building is very quaint in a lakeside community dating back to the early 1800s and the church maintains a parsonage very close to the church which is available for use. We are affiliated with the Conservative Congregational Christian Conference (CCCC) and describe ourselves as evangelical with moderate theological stances, but all biblically based. Key attributes of the church are 1) Bible based, 2) Egalitarian, and 3) Community focused. We are seeking someone to join us to help provide stability and continuity during our current season. Email inquiries may be sent to michaelgwetherell@gmail.com
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Participation in Baby Bottle Fundraiser for New Hope Family Services
In May and June, Amber Church will be raising awareness for New Hope Family Services with baby bottle piggy banks set up at church. This will be part of their BABY BOTTLE FUNDRAISER.
A quick “About Us” for New Hope Family Services – they are a pregnancy resource center and a New York State authorized adoption agency. Their free services include counseling, education, pregnancy options, and resources to women and men facing pregnancy decisions.
From Mother’s Day to Father’s Day, supporters and churches are being asked to give to their online Baby Bottle Campaign.
While you can fill the virtual Baby Bottle by giving online, the church wants to add increased visibility and fun to this by having the bottle banks set up at church. Add your coins and bills to the large bottles and let’s fill them to overflowing.
Matching funds are also available. For funds placed in the baby bottles, there will be a match up to the first $250 to boost our support to $500. Let’s make if a fun challenge to stuff the bottles and focus on this mission during the two months where we celebrate Mom’s, Dad’s, and families.
Here is the link to make a donation online
https://www.newhopefamilyservices.com/baby-bottle-fundraiser
(On their website – hover over Contact to see the Fundraiser listed)
However, don’t forget the chance to throw your change or small bills into the bottles at church.
Our giving makes their mission possible. More info will be provided throughout the months to highlight what important services are provided,- free pregnancy tests, free ultrasounds and baby supplies just to name a few.
Their ministry is 100% donation-driven through the generosity of the community and churches like Amber.
May We Pray For you
It is our honor and desire to pray for you. If we can support you through prayer, please let us know.