Dear Families, One important way that Racial Justice Task Force members work toward educating ourselves about white privilege and systemic racism is to select, read, and discuss a variety of relevant and important texts. Because many families include books on their lists of gifts to give and receive, we thought that we would offer a…
DetailsNovember Stewardship Quiz #1 True or False—This year’s pledge campaign is called the Pledge/Response Campaign because, we need to get a response from our friends and members even if they are not able to make a financial commitment at this time. November Stewardship Quiz #2 True or False—On the back of the delightful postcard highlighting…
DetailsSmall groups have always been creative outlets for UCG, encompassing art and music, health and science, social justice and psychology, caregiving and self-help, the environment and inner space… If you have an idea for a small group that you’d like to lead this Winter, we want to hear from you! They can meet once or…
DetailsEmliy Anderton attended the Methodist church as a child. She joins UCG seeking a supportive community and likes the acknowledgment that none of us have all the and answers and acceptance of diverse viewpoints she finds here. Emily is a Development Assistant at UF and in her free time she enjoys dancing, cooking, baking, and…
Details
Just about a year ago, Josh, the girls and I piled into our minivan with our small dog and left Illinois for Gainesville. I attended the congregational meeting via zoom from the front passenger seat, just south of Atlanta. This Sunday, we’ll spend the first weekend of October fully engaged in our Gainesville lives. Me,…
DetailsI know it’s still October, but I want to alert all UCG jazz musicians that the UCG Jazz Band will be playing that great arrangement of “Won’t You Be My Neighbor” that we played a few years ago on retreat. As a reminder, UCG Jazz Band is open to anyone playing a jazz band instrument.…
DetailsBoard and Committee Chairs & Members: An invitation to All–Board Kick Off The annual All-Board Kickoff will be Sunday, October 24th from 5:30 to 6:30 pm via Zoom. This is our annual kickoff event for all Board and Committee members and chairs. You will meet new folks, learn about the work of our Boards and Committees and see…
DetailsNeighbors in Need (NIN) is a special mission offering of the United Church of Christ that supports ministries of justice and compassion in the United States. In 2021, Neighbors in Need “Unfailing Love” offering is focused on supporting organizations and projects that are serving homeless and immigrant neighbors or communities. One-third of NIN funds support…
DetailsSunday, October 3 is World Communion Sunday. We will celebrate communion in solidarity with those who gather around the table of love and unity the whole world round. World Communion Sunday offers congregations a distinctive opportunity to experience Holy Communion in the context of the global community of faith. Join us in the courtyard, or…
DetailsWe are excited to announce that UCG’s own Tammy Herchel has joined our Youth Staff! Her energy, experience, and love for UCG is the perfect fit for our team. Be sure to welcome her to our group beginning in October! October Youth Happenings: -October 3: No youth group, please attend the congregational meeting -October 10th…
DetailsDuring October, the UCG Sunday Seminar Committee will host an inspiring collection of Sunday Seminars: They will be available on Zoom at 10:15am with the exception of October 17. Meeting ID: 829 6457 0385, Passcode: 1624. Click below to see October’s offerings. October 3, 2021 – No Seminar; Fall Congregational Meeting October 10 – “Budget Deep…
DetailsPlease mark your calendars for the Fall Congregational Meeting confirmed for Sunday, October 3, 2021. The meeting will begin promptly at 11:00 am on Zoom. We will hear some important information from various UCG members: Agenda Here Dar Mikula and Allan March will update the congregation on the work of the COVID taskforce: where we are today and…
Details