Andy Bachmann’s Farewell Party Sunday, April 30, 12:30-3:00, First Magnitude Brewing Company Andy Bachmann’s last day with us as a minister at UCG will be Sunday, April 30. There is no way we can fully thank Andy for all he …
Continue readingMuch of the work around issues of safety at UCG over the last months has been diffuse and evaluative. The Buildings and Grounds committee has been evaluating trip hazards in the Courtyard and air quality issues in Reimer Hall; the …
Continue readingLenten Reflection Booklets Daily readings, February 22 – April 9 Available for pick-up on the UCG campus or for a digital copy, click Lenten Book 2023. These special and beautiful booklets feature original artwork, music, photos, and writings by …
Continue readingWe are having a blast in United Tribes during Lent! We began this theme by discussing how Jesus went into the wilderness to take care of himself so that he could then serve and help others. Our Lead Teachers have …
Continue readingUnspoken Treasure Society, an organization dedicated to ensuring that every Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming voice of marginalized communities is heard, meets on the 2nd Tuesdays of every month. …
Continue readingPalm/Passion Sunday Apr. 2, 9:15 & 11:15 a.m., in the Sanctuary and live-streamed to Youtube From celebration (and a DIY Palm Parade) to contemplation as we make the turn to Holy Week. Andy Bachmann preaches the Agnus Dei, with special …
Continue readingI consider it a holy, if wholly unintentional, thing that last week’s Ash Wednesday observances coincided with the Women’s Retreat focused on awe. At first glance, those two occasions don’t really share much thematically, but by the close of our …
Continue readingOdyssey! All Church Retreat Friday, April 14 – Sunday, April 16 Warren Willis Camp and Conference Center, Fruitland Park, Florida Join us for an epic event! A grand adventure! Journey with us to Warren Willis Camp, where the childcare is …
Continue readingWe feel so supported by the congregation now with the work that has been completed and the work that is underway or in the planning stages. We will keep up our efforts to communicate with you as to the status …
Continue readingOn Tuesday, I visited Ray Meeks at Madison Correctional Institution after quite a long absence. It seems that after having visited Ray since 1981 I had to re-file for volunteer status as a pastoral visitor. This meant getting a background …
Continue readingEat Local, Grow Hope Global: Impact Food Scarcity and Justice Join other UCGers to help ensure food security for our community by shopping at area farmers markets. Supportive markets are open at Grove Street Market on Mondays and GNV Market …
Continue readingOur Annual Noodles and Doodles Fundraiser is Coming on March 26! – This Art Sale and Pasta Dinner Fundraiser supports our Youth United as they prepare for their summer Work Tour. This year, they are headed to West Virginia to …
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