If you have been to church in the last few weeks you will see that the light bulbs in the chandeliers are gradually being replaced with brighter and longer lasting LEDs. The original compact fluorescent bulbs were installed with the chandeliers in 2004. They began failing last year, and since all were installed at the… Read more.
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Youth Group News from Chris McKenzie
We wrapped up OWL (Our Whole Lives human sexuality curriculum) with a question and answer session that felt like one of the most valuable components of the whole program. We had cheesecake, and celebrated the youth’s accomplishments in finishing the course. We had an end-of-the-year cookout at my new home for the youth, with 17… Read more.
Musical Notes – Piano Fundraiser and Summer Music Program
Piano Technician removes keys and worn-out action from sanctuary piano. All the mechanisms will be rebuilt and returned by month’s end. On June 21, piano technician, Ben Griffith, took the action of the 1984 Kawai grand piano back to his shop in Frankfort Kentucky. The action of a piano is the inside mechanisms of… Read more.
From Rev. Kent
Dear Family, This year, this month, even this very week have brought significant challenges to the well-being of our souls. You are not imagining the anxiety everyone is feeling and, make no mistake, reckless and inhumane policies are imperiling our democratic ideals and practices on a daily basis. In such circumstances, it can be tempting… Read more.
The Way of Worship
Over the summer Pastor Kent and Director of Music Ministries Gabe Evans have been introducing new elements into our Sunday worship. For Rev. Kent, the hope is to help deepen the sense of meaning and personal connection to God for each worshiper. For Gabe, there is excitement about the possibility of using our excellent musical… Read more.
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.
In the June Newsletter, Consider….
What Next, Union Church?! Stephen Ministry: Contemplative and Restorative Music News — and plenty of it!! Concert Finale Photo, Gift Toward Organ Restoration, Piano Fundraiser, Summer Music Opportunities Link, Carnegie Hall Opportunity! James Everett Small Stokes Birth Announcement! Pentecost Church Family photo, Notes & Notices, Cowan Chapel Lectern, Birthdays & Anniversaries Union Church Completes its… Read more.
James Everett Small Stokes Birth Announcement!
From Rev. Rachel, Les and Jack — We are delighted to introduce baby Everett to you. We send our deep love and gratitude for all your prayers and love. We miss everyone a lot and continue to pray that you are well. James Everett birth announcement Also in this newsletter… What Next, Union Church?! Stephen… Read more.