Dear UCG, The first thing I ever bought from UCG was a “Black Lives Matter” sign from our Racial Justice Committee, in the fall of 2020. Our Pride service that year was online only, but the afternoon featured a drive-through …
Continue readingDear friends, As the last months of the year start to creep ever closer, I want to remind everyone that my position here is changing. However, I’m always happy to assist or point you to the right person for any …
Continue readingFrom the Board of Business – October 2024 Well, a lot has changed since I wrote my last article for the newsletter. The Board of Business had a first draft of our 2025 budget, and all was looking good. However, …
Continue readingThank you for the warm welcome to UCG! I appreciate everyone who has reached out with their events, needs, and to share about their roles in our congregation. Tristan and Holden have been working hard to address some of the …
Continue readingThe Racial Justice Committee (RJC) is planning several fall events. On September 22, We will be hosting a Banned Books Reception in the UCG Library after the service. The RJC has been adding to the Banned Book Section over the …
Continue readingFrom the Board of Business – September 2024 The Board of Business continues to optimistic about the health of finances at UCG. At the end of July we are 58.33% through the year. Revenue through July totals 62% of our …
Continue readingUpcoming Climate & Sustainability Events The Creation Justice Committee of UCG has several exciting events and opportunities happening over the next two months. For any questions or updates, contact Jim Harper (jimwharper@icloud.com). Gainesville Art Exhibit: August 27-October 19 The …
Continue readingUCG Men’s Retreat 2024 theme is “The Book of Our Lives.” Join us for a weekend of meaningful connection, spiritual exploration, and fun from November 8-10 at beautiful Camp Weed in Live Oak. Together, we will explore the narratives …
Continue readingUpcoming Sunday Seminars September 1, 2024: Emergency Response Team September 8, 2024: Special Congregational Meeting, no seminar September 15, 2024: Legal Planning for Life by Scott Anderson September 22, 2024: Red, Wine, and Blue by Lisa Wolcott September 29, 2024: …
Continue readingOPEN AND AFFIRMING SUNDAY SOCIAL As members of the Open and Affirming Committee, we recognize the importance of fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment within our church community. In line with our commitment to embracing diversity and supporting all individuals, …
Continue readingHello Church Family, It has been a busy month in my household as I imagine it might be in yours. We’ve had a birthday, a new job, back to school for the kids, and back to school for me as …
Continue readingDear UCG, By the time September draws to a close, you may be well and truly sick of hearing me talk about the learnings of my sabbatical. But it was a deeply needed time away for me and a life-shaping …
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