At my house, we’re getting to that time in our older girls’ educational lives when they are starting to think and dream about what’s next. Callie is an eighth grader and recently had to choose a track for high school if she stays put at her current school or consider if another school might be…
DetailsThis semester, UCG’s Justice League welcomes two interns through the Applied Learning Program at UF. Their term and work are just getting started, as they support UCG’s justice work and seek to learn more about faith-based social justice organizing. You’re more likely to see them in committee meetings than a Sunday morning, but if you…
DetailsThose of you who were on our campus on Sunday morning, January 28, likely already know that we experienced a break-in and theft on Saturday night. This (we hope!) was the culmination of a host of security issues over the last month. We have had cameras and an alarm system for many years, and as…
DetailsThe Labyrinth Daily, February 12 – 15, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the Sanctuary. UCG’s large canvas labyrinth and finger labyrinths will be available for those who wish to engage in this ancient practice of walking contemplation. Ash Wednesday Two worship service offerings on February 14, at noon and 6 p.m in the Sanctuary. Each…
DetailsWe’re looking for musicians of all ages, shapes and sizes for Entr’acte’s Benefit Concert for Food 4 Kids on Sunday, March 17 at 2 p.m. in UCG’s Sanctuary. Do you have something you’d like to work up? Or do you have a piece that’s polished and ready to go? Vocalists, dancers, poets, rappers, spoken word,…
DetailsWe are moving along with building maintenance and repair. The latest HVAC unit has been installed and passed all inspections, and the showers in the education wing men’s and women’s bathrooms have been replaced! We were fortunate to have Clark Plumbing ready and available for the shower stall replacements and Dale Mayhew to complete all…
DetailsReflections: Friendships and Moonbeams – Women’s Day Retreat on March 2 Mark your calendar! Whether or not you attended the marvelous January retreat at Camp Weed, we look forward to another amazing full day of fun, creativity, friendship, and worship at UCG this spring. Free childcare will be provided. With both new sessions/session leaders, and…
DetailsGainesville Community Ministry (GCM) dispenses bagged groceries on the first Tuesday of each month in partnership with the USDA. They also maintain a Food Pantry at their location (238 SW 4th Ave 32605) from which clients may receive grocery items twice monthly during normal working hours.
The UCG Sunday Seminar Committee is proud to announce a line-up of seminars we are certain you will enjoy. Seminars are in-person and online on Sundays at 11:30am on Zoom. February 4 – Getting our house in order: A UCG Capital Campaign “to do” list – Over the last year, the UCG Capital Campaign Visioning committee has…
DetailsWriting this in mid-December, I am happy to report that we are doing well with our 2023 budget. As of the end of November, we had $856,766 in revenue of which $743,157 was from pledges. Pledges received through November represent 89.1% of the total pledge income budget. If you have not done so already, please…
DetailsThank you, thank you, thank you UCG. We had our most successful gift market yet this year with well over 300 gifts donated by you. Between sales and donations to the gift market, we were able to donate over $1,500 to Rawlings Elementary, which is 50% more than we usually donate. This is the same…
DetailsThe Florida Legislature meets from January 9 through March 8. A bill (HB 599) has already been filed that will threaten the funding of any nonprofit or contractor that uses preferred pronouns. We expect a continued legislative attack on LGBTQ+ people in Florida. We must make our voices heard! ONA has money to help with…
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