Archives for December 2018

On December 16th the congregation will vote on establishing a Union Church Endowment Fund. After previous discussion at a congregational meeting on December 9, the Finance Board proposes the following “Version 2” of by-law additions for your consideration. The vote will be taken on December 16, immediately following worship.

Dearest Church Family and Friends, With a grateful but grieving heart I write to let you know of the passing of Ruth Butwell, 89, who died today, December 10. She died surrounded by her family, who sang her into gentle rest just before noon. Her daughter Ann and son John, along with their spouses, have… Read more.

Seventeen Children’s Church kids and their families enjoyed spending Sunday afternoon decorating cookies, playing tag, and getting to know each other better. Children’s Church is steadily growing, and we are excited to see what the new year is going to bring for this group of exuberant spiritual seekers!  

A joyful welcome to our newest members who joined yesterday – Sean Mack, Brianna Neal, Michael & Sara Murphy, and Robert & Andrea Wescott. Thanks be to God for these strong hearts! Many thanks to those who attended and brought their prayerful thoughts & concerns to the Budget Meeting yesterday! After a wonderful lunch prepared by… Read more.

 Gathering in Worship Offered by the People of the Church of Christ, Union Second Sunday of Advent December 9, 2018         10:30 am Meditation The least we can do is to make his coming no more difficult than the earth makes it for the spring when it wants to come. —Rainer Maria Rilke… Read more.

Advent has begun! Advent is the beginning of a new church year. It is a time of waiting and preparation for the joy of Christmas. The color of Advent is dark blue to symbolize the night before the dawn of Christ. During this season we hear readings from the prophets and light a candle each… Read more.