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Small Groups

It is clear in the New Testament that small groups were critical to the fellowship, communal life, and discipling of followers of Jesus. Even Jesus chose a small group of twelve to teach and experience life together in pursuit of creating a more loving, compassionate, and welcoming, inclusive world. The early church met in houses, not cathedrals and church buildings, that is until Christianity became a legal religion and gained power, prestige, and money.

Even evolutionary theory celebrates the importance of small groups. David Sloan Wilson, in his book, This View of Life, writes:

Evolutionary theory distinctively identifies the small group as the fundamental unit of human social organization, required for both individual well-being and effective action on a larger scale….We must consciously seek to create small groups that benefit individuals as well as society as a whole.

With these things in mind, Union Church, Berea, KY, offers several opportunities for visitors, new members, friends, and members to get involved in a small group of interest to them. Some of these groups are based on reading books, some on studying scripture through the Lectionary, some on social justice, life issues, new member groups, in-the-news discussion groups, or groups built around hiking, walking, lunches, music, dinners, etc. which often also include discussions of recent sermons and/or worship experiences. If there is a group you would like to offer up to host/facilitate, you may contact our Program Coordinator, Rev. David A. Jones, by email.

Current Small Groups You Can Join

Thursday Bible Study
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Thursdays, 10:30am

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Leader: Rev. Carla Gilbert

Zoom Link

Thursday Bible Study Group follows the Revised Common Lectionary, and may be one of the longest-lasting programs of Union Church. We gather to take a look at the suggested passages for that week, for two main purposes: to dig into the scripture and some commentary and share and turn over what is learned, and to help the pastor gain some new insights for the sermon that week. No need to register.

Currently Meeting

Coffee w/ the Pastor
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Wednesdays, 10:30am

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Leader: Pastor Kent Gilbert

Zoom Link

Coffee with the Pastor is a zoom group that includes members and friends of Union Church from a variety of states and close to home who want to fellowship and catch up with one another. No need to register.

Currently Meeting

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Jones Book Group
Rachel Held Evans Wholehearted

Wholehearted Faith by Rachel Held Evans

Tuesdays, 6:00pm (Starts, March 7th)

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Leader: Rev. David Jones

Hybrid Meeting: In-Person in Union Church Conference Room and by:

Zoom Link

REGISTER NOW FOR THIS GROUP SO WE CAN ORDER BOOKS IF NEEDED!

Currently Meeting


Old Time Music Jam

Leader: Deborah Thompson

Music jam

2nd & 4th Saturdays

10:00am – 12:30pm

Berea Old Time Music Circle Jam  2nd & 4th Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m, Union Church Parlor – enter at the handicap ramp. This Parlor has excellent acoustics and is a comfortable room.
All musical skill levels are welcome! Why not brush the frost off all of your acoustic instruments and come on out this Saturday morning to listen, learn a new tune, just play along, dance or sing.

NO NEED TO REGISTER!

Currently Meeting

Women’s Spirituality Group

Leader: Rev. Carla Gilbert

Spirituality Group

2nd & 4th Mondays 3:30pm

Hiking Group

Leader: Joan Moore

Hiking Group 2

Thursdays, 8:30am

First Hike

March 30, 2023

Meet at The Pinnacles (Indian Creek Parking Lot)

Register by clicking the image below so we can know who is coming. Leader’s contact information will send in confirmation email.

Hiking Group 2
Choir
New Choir Robes debuted on September 17

Leader: Bernardo Scarambone

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Wednesdays

6:30pm – 7:30pm

Choir Room – 3rd Floor

Currently Meeting

Handbells
Ready to ring in Easter

Leader: Pearl Marshall

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Thursdays

6:30pm – 7:30pm

Choir Room – 3rd Floor

Currently Meeting

Orchestra

Leader: Bernardo Scarambone

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Wednesdays

5:30pm – 6:30pm

Choir Room – 3rd Floor

Currently Meeting


Meditative Creations
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Leader: Betsy Whaley

Dates/Times/Location TBA

The Psalms Group
The Psalms Group

Leader: Donna Eder

1st & 3rd Wednesdays 4:00pm – 5:00pm

Meets in Main Classroom at Union Church

Bridge Club
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Fridays

12:30pm – 4:30pm

Office Level Classroom

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