It is truly an honor and a privilege to join the staff at UCG as your Executive Director. It is truly one of life’s twists and turns that I never could have predicted! This is a new position in UCG’s organizational structure, one of several staffing configurations we’ve had over the year. For as much…
DetailsFirst of all, thank you all for being interested in coming to Warren’s 75th Birthday party in May. We so appreciate all of our friends here and the community we have together. Unfortunately, that party is going to be cancelled in favor of a private family party which appeared out of nowhere while we were…
DetailsThank you to the more than 150 members who have already contributed to our 60th Anniversary Campaign! Your generosity will support much-needed upgrades and maintenance across our campus. I’d also like to take a moment to highlight the importance of something less predictable: the moments we cannot plan for, and the role our endowment plays…
DetailsThe Sunday Seminar Committee is pleased to announce the line-up of seminars for May. Seminars are in person and on Zoom on Sundays at 11:30 a.m. Meeting ID: 829 6457 0385 Passcode: 1624. May 3 – All-Church Retreat – no seminar May 10 -“Deep Listening” with Ali Martinez – In a world that so often…
DetailsAs of the end of March, we are 25% through the budget year. Our total revenue as of that date was at 27.9% though only pledge income was above 25% of budget. Football and parking income occurs mostly during football season. As the 60th Anniversary Campaign pledges come in, we will have more funds to…
DetailsApplications for UCG Minister Being Accepted by UCC Good news! The Search Committee has submitted our church profile to Rev. LaTrell Harrison, the UCC Florida Conference Minister for Search and Call, Congregational Care and it was posted on the national UCC website on Friday, April 10th. Next, interested candidates will submit their ministerial profiles to…
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Seekers of God However Known is a UCG program focused on fostering spiritual growth by exploring a variety of spiritual topics, concepts, practices, and perspectives. Sessions will take place on Sundays from 9 – 9:45 a.m. in Reimer Hall unless otherwise noted. Everyone is welcome. May 3: All church retreat – No Seekers program May…
Detailsby Alan Hill It was a happy day back in January when we paid off our first mortgage for the Sanctuary. We’d been whittling away at that debt since 1992. That original mortgage with First Union National Bank was renegotiated often over the years and even moved through several banks finally ending up at PNC…
DetailsThe title I was given when I transitioned into a full-time position here was Director of Programming and Development, and while my work has evolved, and the title doesn’t always seem to quite convey the scope of my role, I have often joked that it means I cook up cockamamie schemes, and figure out how…
Detailsby Barb Gibbs The Search Committee is continuing to move forward. We have provided numerous opportunities for congregational feedback. Our members led and/or participated in the following activities: February 1: Chalk Talk Service Congregants were given three questions to consider (see further information below) February 8: All Board Kick-Off, with about 20 people in…
DetailsSeekers of God However Known is a United Church of Gainesville program focused on fostering spiritual growth by exploring a variety of spiritual topics, concepts, practices, and perspectives. Sessions may consist of a one-time session or a series of two or more sessions on a particular topic or spiritual practice. At least 20 minutes of…
Detailsby Rev. Dr. Donna Schaper As we move into Holy Week, let us enjoy: the green of our Easter flyer; the talent of our staff who put it together; the leaving of Dar from the position of Interim Support Staff; the impromptu barbecue that Larry Alsobrook won as a prize and gave to the…
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