Looking Ahead: Mark Your Calendars w/ these Special Upcoming Events
Nov. 16
· 12:30 – 4:00 pm Food, Fellowship & Future-Building after worship and lunch
· 1:30 pm ShapeNote Singers, Parlor
Nov. 18
· 11:00—5:00 pm Blood Drive Community Room
· 7:00 pm Third Tuesday Book Club, see annc. P. 11
Nov. 22
· 1:30 pm Black Music Ensemble Homecoming Concert!
Nov. 23
· Berea College Homecoming Choir sings with Union Church Choir at Worship
Nov. 30
· 2-4 pm Hanging of the Greens, meet in the sanctuary
Dec. 7
· 5:30—8:00 pm Danish American Yule Fest, Acton Folk Center, 212 Jefferson St.
Dec. 14
· Annual Budget meeting after worship and lunch
Dec. 19
· Trivia, potluck, music evening to benefit Samuel’s Kids
Dec. 21
· 7:00 pm LongNight Service, Cowan Chapel
After Worship Today! Join an inspiring afternoon of food, fellowship, and future-building! We’ll kick things off with a delicious lunch, then dive into an energizing, hands-on visioning and planning session (12:30—4:00) using the Strategic Doing methodology — a proven, collaborative approach to turning ideas into action. Your voice and imagination are needed. Together, we’ll build on our strong roots and boldly expand our reach — shaping initiatives that reflect our values and strengthen our shared future. Come be part of the movement – don’t worry if you didn’t RSVP – come anyway!
Open Table Community Meals Every Wednesday 5:30pm-6:30pm:“Open Table” is a “pay what you can” ($0-$$) meal open to anyone. Chef Deb Beishline and a wonderful crew of volunteers prepare the menu each week always with gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly options . The food is great, the company is better, the hungry are fed, and we pray the love Jesus will be shown!
November 19 Menu
· Chicken Pot Pie
· Broccoli, Cheese, and Rice Casserole
· Salad
· Rolls
· Chocolate Silk Bars
New Members Welcomed Today! As a family of faith committed to boldly & creatively embodying the life and ministry of Jesus, we would like to join with YOU. We’d like to be a context and inspiration for your own spiritual path, and work with you to make your heart, your world, your life more peace-filled and joy-full.
Special Guest at Book Club! Join us Tuesday, Nov 18th at 7 pm for a special book club meeting, featuring Bobi Conn, author of several books, including this month’s book, In The Shadow of the Valley. In it, Bobi speaks of her life’s journey in the heart of Appalachia, and how it added to her powerful storytelling.
Question and answer time plus book signing and dessert will add to the occasion. Feel free to come – even if not in book club or have not read book yet. Club meetings are in Conference Room next to church office .
Open Table Thanksgiving Feast! Nov. 27, 2:30-4:00 pm, Community Room. Church provides Turkey, mashed ‘taters and table service. You’re invited to bring sides, desserts, your self and friends/family. NO REQUIREMENT to bring anything! Use the FORM or call the office at 859-986-3725 to let us know you’re coming and if you’ll bring something or are able to help with set-up or clean-up (always the greatest need).
Time for PIE! Rina Tanaka’s (our Video Production Manager AND Band Director at Rockcastle County) students are selling pies as a fund-raiser. Order here: forms.gle/kh3wdoy8QhswsGZ87
Christmas Gifts for Kids! It’s time to consider donating new toys, board games, stuffed animals, hats, gloves, and scarves for the Christmas toys/books giveaway at St Clare Catholic Church. New or gently used books and jigsaw puzzles are also needed. Board books, picture books, early reader books, chapter books, and young adult books are appropriate.
Children ages birth to 16 years old receive the gifts. We anticipate having a larger number of children to serve this year.
Please bring your items to Union Church by December 15th.
Hanging of the Greens Nov. 30, 2 pm — all welcome, meet in the sanctuary. If you don’t live locally, you can STILL help beautify the sanctuary with poinsettias! We’ll print your dedication in the bulletin & show it onscreen. Watch for details!
Heating Assistance through LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) is available. Appointments required — call 859-544-1713 for info on what documents are needed and to make an appointment.
Richmond Area Arts Council hosting a special Japanese Themed Gala, November 22: The Richmond Area Arts Council will be host an event on Nov. 22 entitled “A Celebration of Japanese Arts.” The program will feature performances by The Columbus Koto Ensemble and The Berea College Taiko Ensemble as well as a large calligraphy performance by representatives from the Knox Asian Festival. A hibachi dinner will be provided by Koto Japanese Bistro. The event will be held at the Richmond Area Arts Center located at 399 W. Water St. and an artist reception featuring the Japanese-inspired works of Gentry Deck will take place prior to the performance from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Please reserve your seats as no tickets will be available at the door. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at artsinrichmond.org under “events” or by calling 859-624-4242. RAAC members will receive a 10% discount. The event is sponsored by Koto Japanese Bistro, Custom Photo, Dominion Senior Living, Home 2 Suites, and Central Bank. artsinrichmond.org
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