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U Matters

This week I got to hang out with some of my favourite professors and one of them used the word “mutuality.” I am so excited for the mutual ministry that the Lord has in store for us as we begin a new church year. Do you have people in your life who inspire, confront, and care for you that claim the feeling is mutual? As I study the book of Philemon, Paul, Philemon, and Onesimus are interdependent on each other. Together they experience forgiveness, fellowship and growth.

Wouldn’t you like someone to say to you what Paul said about Philemon? “Your friendship has given me great joy and encouragement, because you brother have refreshed the hearts of the saints.” Philemon 7.

Pastor Greg

Opportunity

Final Summer Film Night! Join us on Wednesday, 24 August for fellowship and a showing of the movie Until Forever. Bring a plate of food to share! Fellowship Hall, 6:30PM. Contact Bronwyn Alexander or 90808437.

Discover your Spiritual Gifts - New study and ladies you are invited. If you have not taken NETWORK, a systematic way to discover your spiritual gifts, personal style and passion for ministry then this 6 week course is for you. Starting Friday 26 August 10:00AM - 11:30AM in the Upper Annex, join Pastor Michele and Ellen Demuynck.

UC....and all that Jazz! Union kicks off a new season on Sunday 28 August. Please join us for a jazz service and lunch after the 11AM service. 

Baby Bash!  Are you expecting or have a baby 0 to 24 months? Please join us after church to celebrate your new arrivals! Come for lunch and an opportunity to connect with other in this new and exciting season of life. Date: Sunday 11 September 12:15PM - 1:30PM.

Baptism Would you like to be baptized? Join us on Monday 12, 19 and 26 September, from7:30AM-9:00AM. Questions, please contact Pastor Michele.

Small Group Leader Training Sunday 18 September 12:15PM-2:00PM. If you are a small group leader, please plan to join Brenna and Pastor Michele for the kick off of a new Small Group Season. 

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. 

Worship

8:30AM SUNDAY SERVICE is on summer break in July and August. It will resume on 4 September.  

Christian Education

The 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 7:30PM to 8:30PM25 October, 1,8 & 15 November.

Old Testament 101, Tuesdays 7:30PM to 8:30PM. 22, 29  November, 6 & 13 December.  

Oasis

Oasis is on recess July and August. Stay tuned for announcements about summer socials and events.

Youth

Hang Out Friday Night, 19 August
Join this week’s Hang Out Night. We basically play different great indoor/outdoor games, have dinner, and a devotional all together. From 5:00PM to 9:00PM in the Fellowship Hall. Food provided. No need to RSVP, just show up! 

The Confirmation Plunge
What does it mean to be a Christian and publicly confirm your faith in Christ?
The Confirmation Plunge is a one-year journey for youth aged 12 and older. It is a meaningful opportunity to experience spiritual formation and forge deeper relationships inside and outside church. Open to teenage baptism. Please register now, deadline for registration will be 11 September.

Fall Kick-Off Night
You can already write down in your calendar that the Fall Kick-Off Night will be Friday, 2 September, from 6:00PM to 9:00PM for all ages! Get ready for a fun Poké-themed afternoon.

Questions? Email .

We need your help! We have 4 homes to build in Manila 7-10 October and are looking to put together a great crew of youth and adults who are not afraid to get dirty serving God and others. If you or your youth (ages 11 to 18) are interested in joining our team, please email Brenna to get more information or to register. Cost HK$3,500. Registration Ends 6 September!

 

Kingdom Kids

VBS EGYPT Recap Have your children been missing out on our VBS Sunday School titled “Egypt - Joseph’s Journey from Prison to Palace?This Sunday is their last chance to catch up on all the lessons that we have learned about Joseph for the past 5 Sundays. All children ages 3-10 years old are welcome to join us for worship, skit, Bible story-telling, fun games, snacks and Egypt themed crafts. 

Support VBS ABagpack4AChild Campaign This Sunday is the last chance to support the VBS A Bagpack for a Child Campaign as we wrapped up our VBS program. With only HK$100 you will be able to donate towards the cost of a bag pack including stationeries for a child currently attending or is going to attend a school under the care of FCOP International in Cambodia Please visit us at the VBS Registration Table by the Courtyard. 

Sunday School 2016-2017 Registration Open Our Sunday School Kick-Off is on 28 August and children ages 0-10 year old joining our Crèche and Sunday School classes for the year 2016-2017 MUST BE REGISTERED by filling in and signing our Registration Form available from the Kingdom Kids Table in front of the Lower Annex or you can register here or online through our church websiteRegistering your children will help us keep them safe, communicate well with you and plan our programs better. For more information, please contact here or 21010414.

Sunday School Teachers Needed Kingdom Kids is looking for committed volunteers who will partner with us in the ministry of teaching our children God's Word. We are looking for lead teacher for the 3-, 5- and 6- year old classes at the 11:00AM service. Please contact us at   or visit us at the Kingdom Kids Table in front of the Lower Annex. Thank you so much for those who have faithfully and prayerfully joined our team.  

Missions

Two upcoming opportunities to support and see what the Church is doing in the Philippines. Union and many small groups support students from Bawing Alliance Evangelical Church and Shekinah Alliance Bible College. We want to invite congregation on two upcoming trips during 16-19 September and 14-21 October respectively to Sogod, Leyte and General Santos/Bawing Village to learn more and see what students are doing to spread God's word and care for God's people. For more information please email Marga or Brenna.

Want to serve and get connected? A mission trip is a great way to do both. 4-6 November, a group from Union Church will be traveling to Cambodia to spend the weekend working at F.C.O.P. orphan homes. For more information or to register for this trip, please email Brenna.

 

Job Opportunity

Crèche Manager Our Crèche Centre is growing and we are looking for a committed person who loves to work with babies and children under 3 years old. For more information, please email children@unionchurchhk.org

Last Week's Sermon

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"When Dreams Become Nightmares" by Dr Michael Lindsay
 
"Facing Fears with Confidence" by Pastor Michele Bland
 

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