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U Matters“Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling,” writes Paul in Phil 2:12. This week we tackle this verse and several of you are very interested in what that means. The whole salvation by grace vs. salvation by works debate is a fascinating one. Come Sunday and explore this with us! Pastor Greg |
This Sunday16 October - 10,10,10 Special Offering. October is the month where we remember the poor. This Sunday, we will be taking up a special offering (starting at just HK$10) to help the Hong Kong Church Network for the Poor tackling poverty in HK and Chung King Ministry. Bernard Wai, our member and representative of the Church Network for the Poor will be interviewed at the 9:30AM and 11:00AM services.
Bible Series Talk and Discussion
Why are there seven signs and seven 'I am' statements, but no Last Supper, no transfiguration, no parables, and no exorcisms in John's gospel? Why is John's gospel considered anti-semitic and anti-gnostic and yet 'the gospel of love'? Why is John focused on the individual believer rather than the whole church? Does the gospel of John establish two sacraments... or five!? Why do Matthew, Mark, and Luke portray Jesus' ministry happening in one year, while John suggests a three year ministry and a very different chronology for Jesus' life? Why does only John say Lazarus' resurrection caused Jesus' death? Why does only John call Jesus the logos? Join Pastor Matthew for a talk and discussion. 'Wisdom and Money'
Chairmen, Music, Curry: Steve Lackey (Chairman of Asia Pacific at BNY Mellon) and Reid Marsh (Head of Investment Banking at Barclays' Asia Pacific division) will answer audience questions in a panel format at the 5PM service on the topic of wisdom and money. Before the panel, there will be a time of music and meditation, including solos by gospel singer Sybil Thomas and other talented vocalists. All are welcome. (There is a curry buffet social afterwards from 6:00PM to 7:00PM. Please RSVP for food to Pastor Matthew). |
OpportunitiesPlease plan to join us for the Walk To Emmaus Men's Retreat, 20 – 23 October, at the Canossian Retreat Centre in Pokfulam. We'll spend three busy and very enjoyable days of singing, prayer, worship, and discussion. Discussion centers around fifteen talks given by laity and clergy. These talks present the theme of God’s grace, and how that grace comes alive and expresses itself through us, as we become more Christ-centered husbands, fathers, neighbours, executives, and leaders in our church. At Emmaus, we begin to understand more fully the presence of Christ in us and his body of believers. Come join us! For more information, please contact Ray Warhola, or 9105-8211. Restored Lives — Recovery from Divorce and Separation Course is run over seven Thursdays, 20 October – 8 December, 7:00PM – 9:30PM at Upper Annex. The course is both practical and supportive, giving any separated or divorced person the opportunity to discuss the challenges they are facing and the tools to deal with these effectively. The cost is HK$400 per person including dinner. Sign up online. For more information, please contact Anne or Michael Birley at RD&S. Masquerade Dinner Join us on Tuesday, 1 November, 7:00PM – 9:00PM for our Women’s Fellowship Masquerade Dinner, a fun and festive evening of fellowship. E-mail Brenna or Pastor Michele or sign up at the Welcome Table this Sunday! Women's Retreat 2017 Calling all ladies, the 2nd annual Women's Retreat is just around the corner. Don't miss out! Theme: Perfectly Imperfect: Celebrating the Unique You; Membership You may think you are a member at Union Church because you attend regularly and serve in a ministry, but have you officially gone through the process? If you are wanting to become a member, which enables you to vote and participate in different ministries, don’t delay. Join our Deacons on Sunday, 13 November. There will be Deacons available to meet with you at all our services on that day. If that date doesn’t work for you please see Pastor Michele so a convenient time can be arranged. We would love to have you connected ‘officially’ as we enter a new Union Church season. Please sign up at the Welcome Table. Looking to Serve in Hospitality? Please contact Pastor Michele if you are able to help. We have some upcoming events that could really use your support. Prayer for Union Come lift up the needs of Union Church. Join us every Tuesday morning at 7:30AM for a time of prayer in the Sanctuary. |
Adult EducationThe 101 Series This fall Union Church will be launching the 101 Series. The 101 Series is designed to give you a basic and broad introduction to the pillars of the Christian faith. The 101 Series is for those who would like to dive deeper into what it means to be a Christian. Theology 101 — Tuesdays, 25 October, 1, 8 & 15 November, 7:30PM – 8:30PM. To Register please e-mail . |
Men's Ministry33 Authentic Manhood |
Young Adult
Young Adults Worship & Fellowship Night The different groups of our Young Adults Ministry gather together for an evening of worship at 5:00PM on Sunday, 16 October, followed by a light dinner. Please . Uni-On, the new University-Aged group at Union! Are you between 18 and 23? Studying or interning in Hong Kong? Please join us at Pier 7 Café on Thursdays at 6:00PM for a chance to relax and experience community with other University-aged young adults from Union. Great chance to decompress from the week, and to meet new people your age! Friends are more than welcome. Contact: YOUNG ADULTS. |
YouthFriday Youth Group Youth Sunday Life Youth Fall Fair Questions? Email |
Kingdom KidsHallelujah Party Save the date, Saturday, 29 October, 2:30PM – 5:30PM! Join us for an out of this world fun adventure and explore what Kingdom Kids has to offer at this year's Hallelujah Party!! Games, crafts, face painting, photo station, bouncy castles, candy floss, entertainment and lots of PRIZES! Invite your friends along and have fun with us. Please RSVP. Volunteers & Snacks Needed! We still need Game Leaders, Face Painters, Crafts Leaders and Bouncy Castles Supervisors. If you are available on Saturday, 29 October from 2:30-5:30PM, please sign up and have fun with us. We also need to feed over 100 children. If you could bring or donate snacks or baked goods, that would be so wonderful. Please contact us at Children's Ministry. Book Fairs Kingdom Kids will be hosting Book Fairs on 6 & 13 November from 9:30AM to 12:30PM. Children's Bibles, Devotional and Prayers books, Veggie Tales DVDs, Parenting books, Women, Men’s Devotional and Prayers books and lots more. Save the date and visit us at The GREEN (in front of Lower Annex). Christmas Musical Kingdom Kids is excited to announce the date for this year Children Christmas Musical which will take place on Sunday, 11 December at 9:30AM & 11:00AM. All children are welcome to join us and we will start our weekly Musical rehearsals starting from Sunday, 30 October to Sunday, 4 December, with two Dress Rehearsals on Sunday, 4 December and Saturday, 10 December. For more details, please pick up the Children Ministry Event leaflet at the Welcome Table or at Kingdom Kids Table or click here. |
MissionsMother's Choice Walkathon The Families Walking for Families: Mother’s Choice Walkathon is on30 October (Sunday)! It is a time to celebrate family, raise much-needed funds to care for children without families, and walk together to build stronger families for the children in our community. The Walkathon includes a (stroller-friendly) 4km walk on Bowen Road, with three start times (10AM, 11AM, 12NOON), and ending with a carnival at Island School! Bring your families, and bring your small groups! Register today at www.motherschoice.org/ We need your help! We have a wonderful opportunity in Cambodia to offer a one day VBS to over 100 kids! We are looking for people who might want to sponsor craft supplies and help share Jesus with these kids. If you can help, please e-mail . |
Last Week's SermonPlease click on the link below to download "From Riches to Rags and Back Again" by Pastor Greg Anderson |
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