The 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…
DetailsThe Sunday Seminar Committee is pleased to announce the line-up of seminars for April. Seminars are in person and on Zoom on Sundays at 11:30 a.m. Meeting ID: 829 6457 0385 Passcode: 1624. April 5 – Easter Sunday, no seminar April 12 – “Defending Voting Rights with Howard Simon” Howard Simon served as Executive Director…
Detailsby Rev. Dr. Talia Raymond A mother hen longing to gather her brood: Shelter. Warmth. Belonging. This image that Jesus has of himself and his ministry is sticking with me this Lent. As we move deeper into this season, this image feels even more timely. Lent is a season of re-centering. A season of…
Detailsby Jim Harper, Co-Chair of the Search Committee The Search Committee for a permanent, settled minister is celebrating the emergence of high levels of agreement from across the congregation—including the children. The committee is also striking a gymnastic pose after nailing the landing on the minister’s job description. UCG children drew pictures to represent our…
DetailsSeekers 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 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 the 45-minute session…
DetailsThe Sunday Seminar Committee is pleased to announce the line-up of seminars for March. Seminars are in person and on Zoom on Sundays at 11:30 a.m. Meeting ID: 829 6457 0385 Passcode: 1624. March 1 – ICE in Alachua County: Join us to learn how ICE operates locally, and how our elected officials are…
DetailsThe last few years have been very active for the Campus Keepers crew which consists of Phoebe Papadi, Glenn Mans, Larry Alsobrook, Erick Smith, Andy Frenock, Connie Caldwell (Climate representative), new members Vicki Davis and David Dale, and our fearless staff liaison Shanna Swiers. Phoebe leads a subgroup called the Space Cadets which organizes and…
DetailsThis month Alan Hill discusses a few of the finer details of UCG’s year-end financial expenditures and the church’s financial status heading into the new year: Year End Balances Cash …
Detailsby Rev. Dr. Donna Schaper As we turn the corner on the last part of my time with you,* I remember most fondly the moments of meaning. Like when Molly Baskette preached and gave us new insight to the terrible first shooting in Minneapolis or when Cameron Trimble told us to focus on awe…
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