Announcements

On Tuesday, December 15, the Berea City Council passed a resolution by Diane Kerby stating that  “acts of intolerance and hateful actions that have frightened and disturbed local citizens and visitors in the city of Berea,” and that “systemic violence, racial injustice and harassment of members of this community damage the health of individuals and… Read more.

“The place God calls you to is the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet.” ― Frederick Buechner, Wishful Thinking: A Theological ABC At Union Church, we’re hoping to help you connect to that place where your deep gladness meets the deep hunger of our church and community, believing in faith… Read more.

In the midst of winter, I finally learned that there was in me an invincible summer. Albert Camus Many in this season are ready to sing “Joy to the World.” Whether we are missing someone we love this Christmas, or we find ourselves in need of contemplation, renewal and hope, we gather this evening, as… Read more.

If you’ve been curious about the issues surrounding climate change, or you would like a little more inspiration for the struggle to reduce carbon emissions, here is a great resource: For 48 hours starting at 9:30 am local time yesterday (Monday), people around the world can watch and share Time To Choose. This video is… Read more.

On Tuesday, December 1, the Kentucky Council of Churches will participate in Kentucky Gives Day, a 24-hour charitable campaign sponsored by the Kentucky Nonprofit Network. On Tuesday, December 1, please visit https://givingtuesday.razoo.com/story/Kentucky-Council-Of-Churches and make a donation to benefit the KCC. Why should you take this opportunity to give? Reason #1 –  Union Church is a… Read more.

Latin Guitarist David Burgess will perform at Union Church tonight, 7:00 pm, Sanctuary, no charge, open to all. Praised by musicians and critics internationally, David Burgess is recognized as one of today’s outstanding guitarists. His appearances as soloist and chamber musician have taken him to concert halls around the world. Burgess performs a multicultural program… Read more.

Want to help make our sanctuary beautiful? We’ve got a good source of great poinsettias! Please click & fill out the form to order, pay for & designate them in memory or in honor of someone and have their name printed in the bulletin. After the holidays, take your plants home to enjoy. Please order… Read more.

December 4 & 5 Berea College Christmas Concert, 7:30 pm, in Union Church’s Sanctuary. Tickets required, but free. Online only, at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2464544 The concert will also be live-streamed for viewing at the Alumni Building OR your very own home. Reception after the Friday performance at the Alumni Building.