Click here to see the local events happening during Earth Week, April 15 – 21. Here are some highlights: National Faith and Climate Forum at Temple Shir Shalom, April 16, 11:30 am – 5:15 p.m. GRU will offer energy saving giveaways. UCC’s second annual Earth Summit watch party in Reimer Hall, April 20, 1 – 3:30 p.m.…
DetailsTransitions and Core Values Dearest UCG, we are at yet another transition in the life of our vibrant, wonderful, and life-giving work as the people who make up our church – a beacon of light and hope in a world that often feels difficult. If you are feeling some unease, and some grief at some…
DetailsThe UCG Sunday Seminar Committee is proud to announce a lineup of coming seminars we are certain you will enjoy. Join us every Sunday morning at 11:30 a.m. in Reimer Hall or on Zoom. April 7 – “Shadows of Emmett Till” – Bob Newman will discuss his photo book on Emmett Till which showcases archival images…
DetailsAt UCG we do our best to take care of one another in times of joy and sorrow. During times of death, the Kairos Committee offers support by organizing a reception following each memorial service for UCG members. Working with family and the ministers, we strive to provide flowers, food and a welcoming atmosphere for…
DetailsThis is my last time to give an update about Buildings and Grounds. After 18 months as acting chair, I am passing the leadership baton to Erick Smith and Stephen Bottomly, who are more than equipped to lead this experienced and knowledgeable group of folks. I will stay on the committee for the time being…
DetailsWe are a few months into a new year. The Board of Business has only reviewed the first two months of revenue and expenditures and so far, so good. We’ve already received over 21% of our annual budgeted revenue, but only spent 16.1% of our annual expense budget. Expenses are mostly in line with what…
DetailsOn February 11th we welcomed nine new members into UCG. That’s nine people who are trying to learn the names and faces of a whole bunch of us. Here are some tips to help all of us get acquainted. Look out for those new faces: Next to the sidewalk, as you walk up to the…
DetailsIt is with some sadness that we report that the UCG Mommy Reads program, which ran from March 2012-March 2020, has been discontinued due to the changing and onerous rules of the DeSantis administration, the need for lay and clergy leadership of the program, and the danger to our volunteers due to lax masking and…
DetailsIn March, we practiced a lot of Hallejuahs and Hosannas! It was a lot of fun and we learned so much! Thanks, parents for helping us with child participation. We also focused on working through difficult times, processing emotions with people in different positions in our lives, and talking through these things! Our lead teachers…
DetailsTop row from left: David Aune, Ramona Zimmerman, Lena Buharina, Ethan Frey Bottom row from left: James Gerien-Chen, Darin Shearer, Blanche Stokley, Peggy Witty David Aune grew up in Connecticut in Methodist and Congregational/ UCC churches. He was involved in campus ministry in college and eventually went to an evangelical seminary in the Boston area. He…
DetailsFriday – Sunday, April 12 – 14, 2024 Warren Willis Camp – Fruitland Park, FL CHILDCARE: Childcare for babies – 2yrs will be available during all scheduled activity times, including Friday opening and Saturday evening activities after supper. Childcare for elementary-aged kids will be offered during morning and afternoon programmed times and includes their programmed activities…
DetailsCallie, my thirteen year old, just plopped down in the chair across from me at our patio picnic table and said, “Can you believe 2018 was six years ago?” Reader, I do not know what inspired this observation, but I also cannot quite get my head around the truth of her statement. It’s become almost…
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