Acts@22A"Making mature followers in all nations for Jesus Christ" |
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On Sunday, I am inducting a former colleague and friend as pastor of a church in Kowloon. It has been exciting to see how God has used him over the years. As I was preparing, I was once again reminded of the many possible distractions which can derail our faith. Paul reminds us to "run with perseverance the race marked out for us." Hebrews 12:1 It is vital that we know what we believe, that we are equipped and that we "be on guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong." 1 Corinthians 16:13 This weekend, Dr. William Lane Craig is research professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology, for the Reasonable Faith Conference. He has authored over 30 books and over 100 journal articles in professional journals of philosophy and theology. This will be an engaging weekend of Christian apologetics. If you are looking for a spiritual refresher to help you and your race, consider this option. Pastor Michele |
Annual General Meeting |
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AGM Union’s Annual General Meeting will be held on Saturday, 19 Mar 2016. It will begin at 6:00PMwith a “Love Feast”, followed by the meeting at 7:00PM. Please join us as we celebrate together, and give glory to God. Non-members are welcome to attend. Please bring a dish, salad or dessert to share. Copies of Annual Report 2015, Financials and Bios of the Union Leadership Nominees for 2016 are available at the foyer. |
This Week |
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Bible Talk - 'Science, Little Brothers, Stubborn Slaves, and Warring Gods' - Pastor Matthew
The first 20 minutes we will discuss the first creation story in Genesis and the three, major interpretations of creation: creationism, theistic evolution, and concordism. The second 20 minutes we will look through the Bible at the theme of the underdog displayed in God's favouritism for younger siblings and for a stubborn, slave people (even above a divine king). In the final 20 minutes we will discuss God's war with the gods of Egypt (theomachy, or divine warfare) and how each plague dethrones an Egyptian deity. |
Opportunities at UnionRestored Lives - Recovery from Divorce and Separation Course is run over seven Thursdays, 14 Apr-26 May, from 7:00PM to 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 . Alpha Revival! Have you attended Alpha before as a guest, helper or leader? If the answer is ‘YES’, then we’re inviting YOU to come and experience the latest style Alpha Film Series course starting on Wed 20 Apr. We will be trialing the brand new Alpha Film Series but still include your favourites: good food, bad jokes, amazing worship, scintillating small groups and an Away Day. Come and be spiritually refreshed through Alpha. (New guests will be invited to attend our Sep 2016 course when Bear Grylls will spearhead a Global Initiative inviting the world to #TryAlpha). Please register online or email to
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Oasis |
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Wed, 23 Mar, 8:00PM (Refreshments at 7:30PM) Judges: The Bible's Best Soap Opera The Book of Judges, if reproduced as a TV show, would be too offensive and probably censored. Deborah, Gideon, Samson, Barak, Jephthah, and left-handed Ehud were called 'judges,' but 'fighters' is more fitting. What can their mad lives teach us about God's rescue when we rebel? Do we see God best in the worst of times? If so, no other book better reveals God's mercy and justice. |
Youth |
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Please note that there will be no Youth Group on 25 Mar & 1 Apr due to the Easter Holiday. Youth Group will resume on Friday, 8 Apr. There will also be no Youth Sunday school on 27 Mar & 3 Apr. Sunday school will resume on 10 Apr. |
Kingdom Kids |
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Palm Sunday Procession Children ages 3-10 years old are invited to join us this Sunday, 20 March for the Palm Sunday Procession. Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the start of the 9:30AM & 11:00AM service and all the children will gather at The Green upon arrival. Distribution of the Peace Box, Sunday 20 Mar Join us as we distribute the Peace Box to the children of St Barnabas Kid’s Learning Club on Sunday, 20 March from 4:30PM to 6:30PM. Please meet us directly at the St. Barnabas Society & Home, 21 Fung Mat Road, Western District, HK at 4:20PM. There will be worship, Bible Story time, Sunday School session, games, snacks and presentation of the Peace Box. If you would like to join, please email us at
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Easter Sunday Children age 3-10 years old are invited to join us for our Easter Sunday activities. There will be children's worship, a bible story, crafts, cookie decoration, games and an Easter egg hunt at the 9:30AM and 11:00AM service. Families and friends are welcome to join us.
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Outreach & Missions |
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Look out for dates for the Myanmar trip in May and Cambodia trip in June.
Local Outreach Opportunities Lantau Youth Development Program - "Youth-up2" Mentorship program 2016-2018: We are looking for Cantonese speaking mentors for Tung Chung youth. Mentors will come alongside youth, helping them develop and teaching them how to transition into the marketplace. Training will be provided. For more information and application, please contact Crystal Lo.
Yay Neighbours! "Let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth" -1 John 3:18 |
Financial Giving at UnionFor HK Taxpayers wishing to make tax-deductible donations for the tax year of April 2015 to March 2016, please ensure that cheques are made payable to “Union Church” and are dated before 31 Mar 2016. Please send your cheques to our Church Admin Office latest by 27 Mar 2016, otherwise your donation will not be recognized in the 2015-2016 tax year. Thank you for your continuous support to Union Church. |
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Last Week's Sermon |
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Please click on the link below to download "The Coming of the King" by Matthew Fredericks |
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Union Church, 22A Kennedy Road, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong |