Archives for October 2018

All Saints Day gives us an opportunity to celebrate and remember those in our lives who have gone before us, and to lift the promise of a wider, deeper love that transcends even death. This Sunday will be a special Bluegrass Celebration with “Al, Alice & Ruth,” the nationally recognized bluegrass band made up of… Read more.

Beginning, Monday Church member David Parks will offer Zen teaching: Meditation, Koans, Conversation on Mondays beginning Oct. 29, 6:30 – 8:00 pm, Cowan Chapel. No experience necessary, all welcome. Experience the beauty of Zen, hearts opening to life just as it is. Bluegrass Sunday — This Sunday, Nov. 4, Al, Alice & Ruth will provide… Read more.

Gathering in Worship Offered by the People of the Church of Christ, Union Consecration Sunday October 28, 2018       10:30 am Meditation In the sweetness of friendship let there be laughter, And sharing of pleasures. For in the dew of little things The Heart finds its morning and is refreshed.        ― Kahlil… Read more.

A group comprised of many who are part of the so-called “Berea Moderates” FaceBook forum have called for a protest of Union Church on Sunday afternoon, October 28. The group has received a parade permit that will enable them to assemble on the public sidewalk along Prospect St. In contrast to some who hope that… Read more.

Stewardship Update: Many, many thanks to the 26 early pledgers, who have committed to directing $105,000 toward our 2019 budget of $450,000. Later this week you’ll get a pledge card in the mail, or you’ll find them in the pews on Sunday, Consecration Sunday, October 28. Thank you for your gifts to the work of the… Read more.

Gathering in Worship Offered by the People of the Church of Christ, Union Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost Children’s Sabbath October 21, 2018            10:30 am Meditation “The true greatness of a person, in my view, is evident in the way he or she treats those with whom courtesy and kindness are… Read more.

Rev. Kent is away leading our sister city delegation to Japan until October 20. Ellen Mink is recovering well from her second knee replacement. She & her husband could use some help with meals. Please use this link: https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/o397qd. This is Gay Pride Week—daily events are scheduled. The Mocktail Mixer will be held in our Community… Read more.

Gathering in Worship Offered by the People of the Church of Christ, Union Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost October 14, 2018                10:30 am Meditation “Spirituality doesn’t look like sitting down and meditating. Spirituality looks like folding the towels in a sweet way and talking kindly to the people in… Read more.