1 WESTSIDE NEWS EAST and WEST EDITIONs Wrap - MAY 1, 2022
2 WESTSIDE NEWS EAST and WEST EDITIONs Wrap - MAY 1, 2022
Jensen nominates two businesses to NYS Historic Business Preservation Registry Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C,I-Greece) announced that two businesses from the 134th District have been added to the NYS Historic Business Preservation Registry. Jensen successfully nominated VanPutte Gardens and Jackson’s Bakery both of which are staples of the community in the town of Greece.
This program, administered by the Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, recognizes businesses that have been in business for at least 50 years and have contributed to the community’s history. The program also provides educational and promotional assistance to ensure continued success by recognizing their significance
Assemblyman Josh Jensen visited Matt Belk (left) from Jackson’s Bakery and Kyle Van Putte (right) from Van Putte Gardens to present their NYS Historic Business Preservation designation. Provided photos.
to the community and eligibility for tax credits, including state and federal commercial historic rehabilitation tax credits. “I am pleased to announce both businesses have been added to the Historic Business Preservation Registry where they can continue to thrive for many more years to come. As a lifelong resident of the town of Greece, my family and many others across our community, have long relied on Jackson’s Bakery and VanPutte Gardens for their bakery and garden center needs. I am honored to nominate these exceptional businesses and help celebrate their historic impact to the community I call home,” said Jensen. “The VanPutte family is beyond honored to have been added to the Historic Business Preservation Registry. This designation makes us proud,” said Kyle VanPutte, president of VanPutte Gardens. “Not only for the hard work our family and employees have put in, but we’re also proud of the Greece community as a whole for their continued support of the VanPutte brand over the past 74 years. I would like to give a special thank you to our great Assemblyman, Josh Jensen, for nominating VanPutte Gardens,” VanPutte added. “Jackson’s has always been known for its baked goods. We cannot forget the lineage of great bakeries and the few still remaining. Preserving the tradition of baking will be carried out at Jackson’s Bakery,” said Matt Belk, owner of Jackson’s Bakery. Provided information
Coalition for Crime Victims of Monroe County remembers all victims of crime Coalition for Crime Victims of Monroe County is dedicated to helping crime survivors find their justice by enforcing victims’ rights, expanding access to services, and ensuring equity and inclusion for all. The term “victim” is more than just a label and has legal standing and protections that go along with it. Victim service providers, advocates, law enforcement officers, attorneys, and other allied professionals can help survivors find their justice by enforcing these rights. Equity and
inclusion are fundamental prerequisites to survivor care and survivor-led services. These services provide victims with opportunities to share their experiences and essential blueprints for support. Offering every victim of crime assistance opens up more options for facilitating healing and empowerment to direct their own recovery. “While the names of perpetrators often make news headlines, we mustn’t forget the victims and survivors of crimes who may experience trauma for the rest of their lives,” said
Monroe County Executive Adam Bello. “Thank you to the Coalition for Crime Victims of Monroe County for all they do to help victims and survivors of crimes, ensuring they get the help and support they deserve.” For information on how to support victims of crime, visit OVC’s website at www.ovc.ojp.gov. Provided information
Bright Raven Gymnastics boys qualify for National Championships The Bright Raven Gymnastics boys team is wrapping up their season with much success. The USA Gymnastics State Championships was held at Bright Raven Gymnastics East in Victor last month where the Level 10 Team took first place with many individuals earning additional honors. Level 10 graduating senior Justin Ciccone (Greece) won the Mike LaCompte Memorial Scholarship and was runner up for the Abe Gabriel Men’s Gymnastics Scholarship. Justin was also State Champion on Vault and High Bar. Level 10 graduating senior Ryan Dugan (Fairport) won the Abe Gabriel Men’s Gymnastics Scholarship and was State Champion on the Floor and Parallel Bars. The Level 10 Boys Team earned first in the team competition with Aiden Arena (Fairport), Jack D’Ambrosia (Webster), Mateo Poole (Henrietta), and Cole Pringle (Fairport) contributing to the team win. In the Level 9 competition, Caleb Lantz (Henrietta) won Parallel Bars. Liam Brick (Greece) won Level 7 Vault and Elliot Sonneville (Walworth) took first in Level 6 vault. In the Level 3 competition, Gideon Flores (West Henrietta) and Elijah Grinishin (Spencerport) also both took first place in Vault in their respective age divisions. Bright Raven Boys coaches Karl Jaanimagi and Garison Clark were voted the 2022 New York State Coach of the Year and 2022 Upstate New York Compulsory Coach of the Year, respectively.
Based on their performance at the State Championships, the Level 7-10 boys qualified for and competed at the Regional Championships held April 8 through 10 in West Point, New York. As a result of the Regional Championships, Bright Raven had eleven boys qualify to advance to National Championship events. The following boys qualified to compete in the Eastern National Championships in Battle Creek, Michigan April 29 through May 1: Level 8 – Nathan Nguyen (Greece) and Luke Sykora (North Chili); Level 9 – Milo Anderson (Fairport), Ammar Soliman (Farmington) and Caleb Lantz; Level 7 – Liam Brick. The Level 10 gymnasts Jack D’Ambrosia, Mateo Poole, Cole Pringle, Ryan Dugan, and Justin Ciccone all qualified to the Junior National Championships to be held May 12 through14 in Mesa, Arizona. Ciccone qualified to the Junior Elite division and was Regional Champion on the Vault and Rings. Provided information
Bright Raven Level 10 boys won the USA Gymnastics State Championships. Shown (l-r) are Mateo Poole (Henrietta), Ryan Dugan (Fairport), Aiden Arena (Fairport), Justin Ciccone (Greece), Cole Pringle (Pittsford), and Jack D’Ambrosia (Webster). Provided photo.
We are located at 1500 Spencerport Road, Rochester 14606 in Gates. Phone: 585-247-4973. Building is handicapped accessible. Time of Worship: 10AM - led by Rev. Jeff Aiosa. Website: ElmgroveUMC.org. You can join us remotely by clicking on the link to the Pastor’s page (you do not need a Facebook account to view posts). Email: ElmgroveUMC@yahoo.com. Community Outreach and Ministry Opportunities include: Little Free Library, SWEM, Aurora House, RAIHN, Prayer ministries, etc. We have a long history in the Gates community and we are looking forward to a bright future that includes you! Please come and join us on Sunday!
FIRST BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH
Lead Pastor Kevin Pestke. Vision statement: Love God, Love People, Serve Others, Tell Everyone. We offer in-person and live-streamed services on Sundays at 8:30 am and 10:30 am, with children’s Sunday School, teen ministry, and nurseries available. We also offer separate Deaf services Sundays at 10:30 am. We have adult services Wednesday nights (ASL provided), and AWANA, teen ministry, and nursery for the kids. During the week we have many options for small groups. Our building is disability accessible. ALL ARE WELCOME!! We would love to have you join us! 990 Manitou Road, Hilton. Phone: 585-392-0777, website: fbbc.info, Facebook: First Bible Baptist Church.
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH BROCKPORT NY
A congregation that Loves God, loves others and serves the world! Join us on Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Mark Ross. Coffee and fellowship following worship. 35 State Street, Brockport, NY 14420, (585) 637-3780. Email: fpcbrockportoffice@gmail.com. Website: www.fpcbrockport.org. Handicap accessible. Hearing loop available. Sunday services available via our facebook page. Everyone is welcome to join our church family!
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF CHILI
Our Mission: Recognizing that Jesus is the true vine and we are the branches, we are called to be rooted in faith, grow together and care for the community. Please join us for worship each Sunday at 10 AM with Rev. Brandi Wooten, either in person or virtually via live-stream or recording (https://www.facebook.com/ firstpreschili/live/, a Facebook account is not required). Recordings of Sunday Worship Services are also available on YouTube at “1st Presbyterian Church of Chili” We have a family friendly service and Children’s Church where all are welcome. Face Masks required for anyone unvaccinated. Youth Group, Bible Studies, and Community Outreach Programs, including our Food Cupboard (3rd Saturday of each month) are a few of the opportunities we offer to enrich our faith. In need of prayer or counsel, call the church office 585-8899896 or email Brandi at revbrandi@gmail.com. Handicapped accessible. Website: chili-presbyterian.org. 3600 Chili Avenue, Rochester, N.Y.
HILTON BAPTIST CHURCH
50 Lake Avenue, Hilton, (585) 392-7990, Email hbchurch50@gmail.com, Pastor Dan Brown. Join us on Sunday mornings at 10:00 am. We offer In-person services and Live-Streaming on YouTube under “Hilton Baptist Church Live.” Visit our Website at hiltonbaptist.org for more information. We are a Congregation of the American Baptist Churches. Our Building is Handicap Accessible and we offer Hearing Assistance during the Worship service. Everyone is Welcome to join our Church family!
HILTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by Following Christ; Connecting Generations; Transforming Communities. 21 West Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468, (585) 392-8761. Rev. Jennifer Green, pastor. Website: www. humcny.org, E-mail: office@humcny.org. Worship Service is open in the HUMC Sanctuary. Service: 10am. Fellowship: 11am. Sunday Services are live-streamed at HUMCny.org. Handicap Accessible.
HOPE CHURCH
One church in two locations - Join us for worship that is creative, relevant and truth-telling at our Brockport Campus, 6601 4th Section Rd (Rt 31 across from Wegmans) at 9:30 am Sunday mornings, or at our Greece Campus, 1301 Vintage Lane (1/2 mile west off Rt 390 N) on Saturdays at 5 pm (a Traditional Service), or Sundays at 9:30 or 11:15 am. Sunday Services are also streamed live on our website, ShareTheHope Youtube channel, and Facebook. Hope Kids meets at 9:30 am on Sundays at both campuses. For all opportunities for any age, check out our website www.sharethehope.org “Sharing the hope of Jesus with a world in need of hope”
LIFEQUEST COMMUNITY CHURCH
59 Henry St, Hilton, Hilton Community Center, www.lifequest.cc, email: info@lifequest.cc, Facebook: LifeQuestCC, twitter: @lifequestcc Lead Pastor: Rob Dickerson. Worship 10am. Midweek programs: Tuesday 7pm Royal Rangers – a scouting program for boys. Saturday 7pm YouthQuest High School & Middle School student ministry. “Journeying together as we discover God’s love and purpose for our lives.” Faith, Family, Friends, Fun, Freedom.
MORTON BAPTIST CHURCH
1152 County Line Road, Hamlin, NY 14464. Church phone 585-659-8459, email mortonbaptistchurch@yahoo.com. Pastor: Steven M Worrall, email pastorsteve712@gmail.com, cell 585-354-9779. Sunday Worship 10:30am. Sunday school is held during church service. Adult Bible Study is held on Wednesdays at noon, Choir practice at 6:30pm Wednesdays. Youth Group meets on Friday nights from 7 to 9pm. Our building is handicap accessible and visitors are welcome.
NORTHSTAR FELLOWSHIP
Small church with new Pastor. Come visit! We have deep Bible scriptural verse by verse teaching. We follow a 1-1 relationship with Jesus and not strict religious type stuff. Our foundation is Love, Grace, Mercy and Peace. We invite you to come in drink coffee, eat food, sit in relaxed clothes, sweatpants, Jeans, t-shirts and just be loved & fed the entire Bible, verse by verse. We are simple, easy, relaxed, and loving. For prayer or help, call Pastor Andy at 585-314-4906. See you Sunday at 50 Hamlin/Clarkson Townline Road at 10:45am, https://www.northstarny.org/
OGDEN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Our purpose is: “To equip ourselves and others to be disciples of Christ as we seek God’s will for our church and beyond.” Reverend Doctor Eileen Borduin Vanderzwan. Sunday worship is at 10AM live in our sanctuary following current CDC requirements, as well as livestreamed on Zoom and Facebook Live. Bible Studies, Youth Group, Sunday School and outreach are available to all. Contact the church for more information and for links: ogdenpresbyterian@gmail.com; www.ogdenpresbyterian.org; 585-352-6802; 2400 South Union Street, Spencerport.
PARMA CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH
39 Hovey Street, Hilton, (585) 615-6383, www.PCFMinistries.com, Facebook: Parma Christian Fellowship Church. Rev. Dr. Myke Merrill. Worship Services: Saturday 5:00PM, Sunday 10AM. Family Midweek: Wednesday 6:30PM – Kids Club, TurningPoint Teens, Adult Bible Discussion Group. Nursery School: Parma Kids Preschool and Child Care Center, 39 Hovey Street, Hilton. School Phone: (585) 392-5792.
PEARCE CHURCH
pearcechurch.org. 4322 Buffalo Road, North Chili, NY 14514. 585-594-9488. Join us for worship! Saturday: 5pm. Sunday: 10:30am. Pearce 4 Kids Child Care Center, Pearce4kids.org, 585-594-1833. Handicapped Accessible.
THE POTTER’S HOUSE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
Don’t miss out on what God has planned for you! Sunday Services 10:30 am and 6 pm, Thursday Services 7 pm. Prayer for the sick the first Sunday morning service of every month. All are welcome! 4756 Lake Road, Brockport (Brockport Corners Mall behind Sherwin Williams), 585-943-1719, www.brockportphchurch.com.
SPENCERPORT ASSEMBLY OF GOD
Located at 3940 Canal Road, Spencerport, NY 14559. We offer a place for people of all ages to encounter God through worship, fellowship and Biblical teaching so we can grow in our relationship with Jesus and make a difference in our community and the world. Services are: Sunday School at 9:30 AM. Sunday Worship at 10:30 AM. Enjoy a cup of coffee before service. Wednesday Bible Study for Adults and Youth Group meets at 6:30 PM. Prayer follows at 7:30 PM. Nursery is provided for all services. Handicap accessible. Samaritan Harvest provides free prepared and perishable foods every fourth Sunday of the month. Look for our special events at www.spencerportag.com or like us on Facebook. Phone: 585-352-5900. Cell: 585363-8922. E-mail: Spencerportassemblyofgod@gmail.com. All are welcome.
SPENCERPORT FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
Promoting the Christian way of life through service and stewardship to the community and the world. Look for the white steeple at 65 Church Street in downtown, Spencerport NY 14559. (585) 352-3448. Rev. Michael Sloan. We provide worship, educational and mission opportunities for children, youth, and adults. Worship services are Sundays at 10am live on Facebook and on site in our sanctuary. Worship is followed by Coffee Hour in Fellowship Hall. Sunday School for ages 4 and up is also available during service. Handicap accessible. Email: info@spencerportucc. org. Website: www.spencerportucc.org. Facebook: Spencerport UCC.
ST. GEORGE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Follow Jesus, Build Community, Serve Others in Love. We welcome all to worship with us in warm fellowship in the Episcopal tradition of openness and caring. We are an ALL inclusive community with an open communion table. Please join us for Sunday worship at 10am September through June, and 9am in July and August. All services are both in-person and live-streamed online. We also offer a variety of Lenten and Advent programs, a Bible Study on Tuesdays, live music, Sunday School, semi-monthly Youth Group meetings and numerous other community building events. We are handicapped accessible. Follow us on Facebook, look for us on the web at www.stgeorgehilton.org, and join us for worship and fellowship at 635 Old Wilder Road, Hilton, NY (across from Kelly’s Apple Farm). Our pastor is the Rev. Greg Kremer, 585-392-4099.
ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH
Pastor Chris Bode. 1107 Lake Road West Fork, Hamlin, NY 14464, 585-964-2550, www. stjohnhamlin.org. Facebook: St. John Lutheran Church, Hamlin, NY. Sunday Services at 8:30 & 11AM. Church office is open 7:30AM-3:30PM, Monday through Friday. For daily inspiration and Sunday services visit our Facebook page or YouTube Channel. “To know Christ and to make Him KNOWN.”
ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH
Welcomes you to encounter our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in His one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church at 55 Martha Street, Spencerport, NY 14559. Join us for Holy Mass at 5pm Saturdays, or Sundays at 7:45am, 9:30am, and 11:15am. Many great opportunities to learn about the Holy Bible, and groups for families and children of all ages, including Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (play-centered, hands-on Christ-experiences). Daily Mass Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 8am (Traditional Latin Mass *some* Fridays at 8am – check bulletin online). Daily Mass Wednesday at 6:30pm. Mass 9am on 1st Saturdays. Confession Mondays & Wednesdays 5:30-6:00pm and Saturdays 3:45-4:30pm. Eucharistic Adoration Thursdays 1:00pm-6:00pm (Benediction at 5:50pm) & Sunday 1:30-4:30pm (Evening Prayer at 4:00pm, Benediction at 4:15pm). Visit our website at www. StJohnsChurchSpencerport.org. Email: sstjohnc@dor.org. Parochial Administrator: Fr. Justin Miller
ST. LEO’S CATHOLIC CHURCH
110 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, 392-2710, www.stleochurch.org. Fr. Joseph Catanise. Daily Mass is celebrated: Monday 5:30 PM; Tuesday-Thursday 8:30 AM; Friday Communion Service 8:30 AM. Weekend Schedule: Saturday Confession 3:30-4:30 PM; Rosary 4:30 PM; Mass 5 PM (live-streamed). Sunday: Mass 8 AM, 10:30 AM, 6 PM; Adult Bible Study 11:45 AM. All are welcome. Handicapped accessible.
ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
14 State Street, Brockport, 585-637-6650, www.stlukesbrockport.org. Visit us on Facebook. Whoever you are, wherever you are, you are welcome at St. Luke’s. Our Mission is to Worship God Joyfully, Love One Another, Serve in the Name of Christ. Join us either in person or via live stream for Sunday worship with Holy Eucharist at 10 am led by The Rev. Elizabeth Brooks Harden. Handicapped accessible and hearing assistance available. Harvest Kitchen, our outreach to the greater community, offers a free meal the second Sunday of each month from 2 to 3 pm. Recognized as a National Jubilee Church for outreach and service to our community. Please check website or call the Parish Office for current COVID precautions.
ST. MARY’S CHURCH
ST. MARK’S CHURCH
13 South Main Street, Holley 16789 Kenmore Road, Kendall Parish Center – Holley 638-6718, www.stmarystmark.org. Mass Times: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM at St. Mary’s; Saturday Vigil 4:00 PM at St. Mary’s; Sunday 8:30 AM at St. Mark’s and 10:30 AM at St. Mary’s.
ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL
158 East Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468, 585-392-4000, www.stpaulhilton.org. Senior Pastor: Rev. Mark Ball – pastorball@stpaulhilton.org, office 585-392-4000. Worship Services: Saturday at 5pm; Sunday at 8:30am and 11am. Bible Studies: Kingdom Kids – Sunday at 9:45am; Adult Classes – Sunday at 9:45am; Ladies and Mens Bible Study – Thursdays at 10:30am. School: Meeting your child’s learning needs from age 2 through 8th grade. Call for a tour!
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH & PRE-SCHOOL
191 Nichols Street (Rte. 31), Spencerport, NY 14559. Phone: 352-3143. Reverend Pastor Steve Shrum. Worship Services Sunday at 9:30AM ‘In Person’ in our handicap accessible Sanctuary. Worship Service is also Live Streamed on YouTube. Sunday School is at 10:45AM. Visit our Website at www.tlcspencerport. com. Email: trinitylutheran191@gmail.com. “The Mission of Trinity is to joyfully share the Gospel through Christ-centered worship, teaching and reaching out to the community by acts of caring.”
UNION CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
14 North Main Street, Churchville. A warm welcome awaits you at Union Church. Join us on Sunday mornings at 10 am, watch us live stream on Facebook, or find us on soundcloud.com/ucc-churchville. No matter where you are on your journey, you are welcome here. We are an open and affirming church and invite all. Food distribution for local families in need on the third Tuesday of each month from 4-5 pm. Look for our special events advertised throughout the year, or on our signboard at the front of the church. Call 293-1665 or stop by to talk with Pastor Bradley Klug any Wednesday 1-3 pm; e-mail us at unionucc@frontier.com or check our website at Churchvilleucc.com. Also like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. We would love to hear from you and/or have you worship together with us.
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newsmakers Erin M. Crist of Brockport, was recognized for earning the highest GPA in their major at SUNY Canton’s Honors Convocation. Crist is a second semester sophomore in the college’s bachelor of science in forensic criminology program. Samantha Spagnola of Brockport, was initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Spagnola was initiated at State University of New York at Cortland.
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Sarah Brabant of Churchville, was recognized to have attained leadership milestones through the college’s LEAD (Leadership Education and Development) program at SUNY Oneonta. Brabant, who is studying biology, earned a Silver Level. Joseph Carroll of Hilton, was named to the winter 2022 dean’s list at Palmer College of Chiropractic’s Florida campus in Port Orange, Florida.
Brockport resident receives Lifespan award Triciajean Jones, of Brockport, received the Carter Catlett Williams Award for Excellence in Aging and Long-term Care Services by Lifespan. Jones has been working in Eldercare since 2011 and joined the team at Rochester Presbyterian Home in November. She serves as Assistant Administrator at the Memory Care Residence at Creekstone and an Eden Educator. Jones holds a B.S. in Recreation and Leisure with a concentration in Therapeutic Recreation, as well as an M.S. in Health Care Administration. She is a Certified Eden Alternative Educator, Guide and Associate, and she is also a Certified Trainer in the Positive Approach to Care® (PAC) philosophy.
She is a 2016 graduate of the New York State Ignite Leadership Academy and was awarded the Leading Age Employee of Distinction award that same year. Jones now serves as a Coach for the New York State Ignite Leadership Academy; facilitating collaboration and growth with colleagues from across the state of New York. In her new role as a member of the RPH leadership team, she will assist with the overall management of the Creekstone community, supporting Elders and coaching Care Partners in the continued growth of the RPH caring community. Provided information and photo
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HAPPY HOUR MON.-FRI. 11AM-6PM Triciajean Jones received the Carter Catlett Williams Award for Excellence in Aging and Long-term Care Services from Lifespan.