Berea is getting a new house and Union Church is helping! The 2018 Faith Build is a partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Madison and Clark Counties, Thrivent Financial Services, and a number of local churches. Union Church was the first to sign on and has already raised over $5000 towards the goal. On Saturday,… Read more.
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Prayer and Action Reflections for June 17, 2018
These worship materials will be used during worship on Sunday, June 17, 2018, but can be used any time for personal meditation and prayer. Prayers in Action and Reflection Stations Today in worship you are invited to reflect on what is growing, what needs to be nurtured, and what nurture you are giving. All… Read more.
June 18: Kentucky Poor People's Campaign Rally
How to Help Child Immigrants
In the light of the misguided and immoral terror being imposed on children and their parents, here are some organizations that can help. Together Rising Love Flash Mob EMERGENCY LOVE FLASH MOB FOR THE CHILDREN Organized by best-selling author and blogger Glennon Doyle through her non-profit organization, the fundraising effort will go to provide bilingual… Read more.
Union Church Chancel Choir Invited to Perform at Carnegie Hall With Composer Mark Hayes
Distinguished Concerts International New York (DCINY) announced today that the Union Church Chancel Choir has been invited to participate in a performance of “The Music of Mark Hayes,” November 26th, at Carnegie Hall in New York City. They will join other choristers to form a single ensemble led by renowned conductor and composer Mark Hayes,… Read more.
Prayer in Action: Inform KY Legislators HB169 is Harmful
HB 169 has already passed the House and is now in the Kentucky Senate Judiciary Committee. Rev. Kent and the leaders of the Kentucky Council of Churches, Justice Youth Advocates, several prosecutors and the KY Judges association oppose this bill. It may well increase gang participation rather than prevent it and exacerbate racial biases in… Read more.
Conversations with the Psalms: Interchurch Retreat, March 11, 2018
Join members of all Berea Churches for a spirit filled conversation with God through the Psalms. Led by Rev. Mark Caldwell-Reiss of First Christian, the retreat will be at the Quaker Meeting House (newly renovated!) 4pm-8pm on Sunday, March 11. Bring a potluck dish to share for a wonderful afternoon of scripture, conversation and food. … Read more.
Prayer in Action on Gun Violence, Feb. 20, 9:30am, Rm 129 Capitol Annex, Frankfort
“Thoughts and Prayers” alone mean nothing in the wake of nearly 400 children and teenagers killed THIS YEAR SO FAR by gun violence. Join Kentucky Council of Churches President, Rev. Kent Gilbert, local church leaders, Moms Demand Action volunteers, and experts in the field of sensible legislation that can help. We’ll pray then help everyone… Read more.