There was an excitement in the air last Sunday at our Gathering of the Waters ceremony. The symbolic regathering of our community after our summers away was inspiring. I love our ritual, where we pour a little part of what we have found in our time of separation, and season our sacred waters with the…
DetailsThe work of the Compensation Task Force (CTF) was initiated by Rev. Shelly Wilson. She recognized that compensation is approximately 72% of the UCG budget and non-discretionary expenses like utilities and liability insurance equal another 23% for a total of almost 95% of the entire budget. She noted that recent rates of increase in salary…
DetailsJoin us in our discernment as we consider whether the United Church of Gainesville should become a Creation Justice Church. This eight month process will help us to clarify and unify our vision for UCG. The designation to become a Creation Justice congregation is a title bestowed by our denomination to those congregations that have…
DetailsAugust was a very busy time for the Board of Business. We have completed most of the roofing project and are awaiting the reroofing of the flat portion of the roof. Our roofer has informed us that 5 days without rain are needed to completely finish the project. The Building and Grounds Subcommittee has made…
DetailsUCG’s Compassion in Action Committee is sponsoring the Food 4 Kids program at Rawlings Elementary School again this year. For children whose families are struggling to feed their kids, this program sends home reusable bags of food each weekend during the school year. Last year we saw a huge uptick in participation in our program,…
DetailsOur youth groups are gathering again after the summer break. See the schedule for September below and watch your email for addtional information! Looking forward to a great year! Sept 3 (Saturday) Labor Day Family Beach Day, Anastasia State Park Sept 4 (Sunday) No Youth Programming, Enjoy your Labor Day! Sept 11 10…
DetailsUCG’s Young Adult Group is open to all post-high school young adults and meets for lunch twice per month from September through April. The group meets at the fountain in the Courtyard after the second service to walk to a local eatery and enjoy lunch together. Join us this month on September 18th & 25th.…
DetailsThe Friendship Group starts this month! The Friendship Group is an amazing crew of differently abled friends who come together for fellowship and fun. We sing, we craft, we perform services for people in need and we have a great time while doing it! The Friendship Group will meet on the Sunday, September 17th, October…
DetailsDid You Know? Several years ago, the Congregation-Ministry Review Board (CMRB) created A Roadmap to Help Members Address Their Concerns about the Church. It’s a 3-page guide designed to help members use healthy communication processes when we have concerns about UCG or experience conflicts with one another. Here’s how it works: Read the introduction. Scan…
DetailsAre you interested in joining UCG? We will be welcoming new members on Sunday, September 25 and invite you to join us at UCG 101, our new members orientation on Thursday, September 15 at 6:00pm in Reimer Hall. The ministers and members of the Board of Membership will be on hand to tell you more…
DetailsDuring September, the UCG Sunday Seminar Committee will host an inspiring collection of Sunday Seminars: They will be available on Zoom at 10:15am. Meeting ID: 829 6457 0385, Passcode: 1624. See September’s offerings below. 9/4 – Discover What UCG Small Groups Offer Ever wondered what goes on at a Live Oak Sangha session? Or been curious to…
DetailsUnited Church of Gainesville is currently hiring one Lead Sunday school teacher. Here is the link to the Lead Teacher position. The Church Council approved the reconfiguration of the children’s ministry staff at their July meeting, within current budget constraints. Employing Lead Teachers is an increasingly widespread practice in congregations like ours and helps enhance communication,…
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