Union Church is assisting a Congolese refugee family in Lexington. Emergency needs for this family of 2 adults and 5 children — cash and household goods. We’re waiting for Kentucky Refugee Ministries to hear what the family needs so please don’t bring items to the office yet. Thank you!
Greetings from Samuel Mugabi of Samuel’s Kids orphanage in Uganda. He and the children watch Union Church services every week and are so appreciative of the support that is making meals, school, and a chance for life possible for each one of them! You can see pictures on their Facebook page!
We have all been praying for refugees suffering around the world. The Rohingya people in Burma (Myanmar) are in desperate need of foreign pressure and assistance. A bill moving through congress could provide critical support and our Senator, Mitch McConnell, is key to scheduling that vote. Sign this petition supported by The Kentucky Council of Churches, American Jewish World Service – AJWS, and dozens of other clergy and faith groups from around the state to let him know of our support. https://kycouncilofchurches.salsalabs.org/rohingya/index.html
Brrr! Why am I chilly at worship? Why are we spending so much money on air conditioning?! Our Sanctuary and Chapel organs both suffer when it’s damp, and the Sanctuary organ loses its tuning when it gets too hot (or very cold). Fluctuating temperatures wreak havoc with our delicate instruments. Paying a bit more on the electric bill is actually much thriftier than paying for more organ services throughout the year.
Rev. Kent will be out of the office Monday -Thursday this coming week.
Summer Choir meets July 15 and 22. New anthem every week—no commitment beyond showing up at 9:45 the morning you’d like to sing.
Community Hymn Sing July 15, 2:00 pm, Cowan Chapel. Did you know that singing with others releases endorphins in our brains that promote a sense of well-being and community connectedness? Come see, hear, sense, and feel for yourself! All ages welcome!
Handbell Anthem in Worship July 22. Rehearsals July 18, 7:00 pm & July 22, 9:00am. Adults and youth are most welcome. Please contact Pearl Marshall (pmarshall@union-church.org) as soon as possible if you are interested in ringing the handbell anthem this summer.
Hymn Favorites on Handbells Sunday, August 12, 2:00 pm Whether you are a current ringer with UCHE, or you have rung bells in another time or place, we would love to have you join us for the August 12, 2:00 pm, performance. There are three more scheduled “full ensemble” rehearsals. July 11 & 25, and August 8, at 7pm in the sanctuary. Please contact Pearl (pmarshall@union-church.org) if you’d like to participate.
The Habitat ReStore in Richmond seeks a manager. Accepting resumes until July 16. Email for info info@habitatmadisonclark.org
Liberty Place anniversary. July 13, 1:30—4:00 pm. All are invited to join Liberty Place in celebrating 10 years of helping women overcome addiction. Tours, refreshments, recognition of supporters, speakers. 218 Lake St., Richmond. RSVP to Karen at Karen@foothillscap.org or 624-2046 x. 1111.
You’re Invited to make a small quilt based on a favorite book! Join the Friends of the Madison County Public Library Fundraiser today! Contact Rita Barlow at lashleybarlow@gmail.com for details. The quilts will be on display at both library branches and are sold by silent auction.
Save The Date! Habitat For Humanity Foundation Blessing, July 28. The Berea Faith Build will kick off at 10am, July 28. Soon we’ll need volunteers to help raise the roof and paint the walls! Stay tuned!!
Kentuckians For The Commonwealth Annual Membership Meeting “Claiming Our Commonwealth: Creating Kentucky’s Beloved Community” August 3-5 at Berea College. To register: kftc.org/events/2018-annual-membership-meeting
Pool Party August 1, 7-9 at the Berea City Pool. Pizza provided, please bring salads and desserts.
Laura Howard’s sister is in need of a reliable used car under $5,000. Please contact howard.laura.p@gmail.com if you have one you are interested in selling.
Please Sign up to Read Scripture or to Help Greet and Usher! Please use our electronic sign up system, http://signup.com/go/xkdVtB, where you can pick a date that works for you and get reminders! OR you can also call the office and we’ll get you on the lists.
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Chorus
He is the Way.
Follow Him through the Land of Unlikeness;
You will see rare beasts, and have unique adventures.
He is the Truth.
Seek Him in the Kingdom of Anxiety;
You will come to a great city that has expected your return for years.
He is the Life.
Love Him in the World of the Flesh;
And at your marriage all its occasions shall dance for joy.
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And life is the destiny you are bound to refuse until you have consented to die.
— W. H. Auden
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