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This Sunday is the first of two opportunities for the congregation to receive more information on the single biggest decision that Union Church will make in modern times! That is, Building Union for the Future. This is a journey that first began back in 1997. As we continue to outgrow our facilities and saddled with the increasing challenges of managing an aging Church building, there has been a growing sense of urgency to make a decision now as a Church body. We have been presented with a tremendous opportunity with a leading developer in Hong Kong to redevelop Union Church and these sessions will provide all members a chance to find out more.
There will be an information session after the 9:30 service and a town hall meeting with ample time for questions after the 11:00 service this Sunday. The same sessions will be available on Sunday, 2 March. Please plan to attend as we want all members to be as informed as possible when we vote on this as a congregation at the Annual General Meeting on Sunday, 16 March.
Building Union for the Future Committee |
Building Union for the Future |
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For almost two decades Union Church has considered the long term redevelopment of the current, aging church building. Now the time for decision is pressing upon us. We believe that God has opened a door by providing a long term building plan that the church leadership (Deacons, Trustees, and Committee of Management) have unanimously endorsed. This endorsement came after prayer, deliberation, and consideration and re-consideration of multiple alternatives. We believe that what God is providing with this plan is not just a new and exciting place of worship, but also a strong foundation for the warm, vibrant, compassionate community that Union aspires to be leading fruitful lives in Christ and doing Kingdom works in the community and beyond. Please seek opportunities to engage a leadership member at the information table, attend a Town Hall session, or join in prayer vigils as we approach a vote on the plan at the Annual General Meeting on 16 March. Your leadership is united in its desire to pass on an even better spiritual home to those who follow us and we look to you for support in achieving this. Humbly in Him, |
Information Session & Town Hall Meeting |
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Sunday, 23 February & 2 March
Come to get the answers you need to make an informed decision about Building Union for the Future before the Annual General Meeting. Due to time constraints, the Annual General Meeting will comprise of motions and members voting only. Learn about Building Union for the Future by visiting the Table on The Green every Sunday, approaching leaders with questions and attending the town hall meetings. |
Annual General Meeting |
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The congregation is encouraged to attend Union’s Annual General Meeting, which will be held at 11:00AM on Sunday, 16 March in lieu of the 11:00 service. Voting members will vote for church officers and the plan for Building Union for the Future will be presented for approval. |
A Special Month of Prayer |
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Week 2 – The theme of this week’s prayers is to pray for The Church Beginning 14 February, Union Church will enter into a month of prayer. For 31 days we will pray for Union as we approach the Annual General Meeting on 16 March. We invite you to join us in prayer and watch what He can do. Jesus loves to hear from us! Please sign-up at the link below to let us know you are joining us in prayer. |
Oasis |
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Wednesday, 26 February, 8:00PM Dr. Gregory Anderson will speak on the book The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis. The Great Divorce presents Lewis' understanding of heaven. Pastor Greg has published numerous articles on C.S. Lewis. Lewis, an Oxford professor, was one of the greatest Christian thinkers and authors of the 20th Century. |
Youth |
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Youth Group is back in full swing on Friday nights! If you are a youth, ages 11 to 18, come join us for fun, games, and fellowship as we learn about God together! Youth, do you play an instrument or sing? If so we would love to have you be a part of our youth band! Contact Ryan for more information. |
Kindgom Kids |
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Sunday School Teachers Please prayerfully consider volunteering in our Sunday School program. We are in need of committed teachers to join our team that teaches 14 classes each Sunday. In particular, we are looking for lead and substitute teachers for our 6-10 years old, at 9:30AM and 11:00AM. For more information and sign up, please contact us at children@unionchurchhk. Easter Sunday Volunteers Are you around for Easter Sunday? We have an exciting one-time volunteer opportunity at Kingdom Kids! We are in need of Station Leaders and Crew Leaders to help children experience the story and gift of Easter through five interactive faith discovery stations designed for children between 3 to 10 years old. For more information and sign-up, please contact us at
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Missions |
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Union Church is a Mission-minded Church! Our hope as a Missions Team this year, is to get even more people engaged in Missions and Outreach. To do this we are looking to compile a directory of Christian ministries and NGO’s which are represented by church members and which could be of interest to our broader congregation. If you represent an organization by being a board member, an employee or volunteer, and would like your organization to be included, please email May Tang Plan your Calender! Union Church is joining International Care Ministries in the Philippines this April for a special family trip. Join us from the 11-15 April as we spend time in one of the many impoverished communities, helping to renovate homes and communities and give hope. Check out the Union Missions Webpage for other trips planned for this year. http://www.unionchurchhk.org/ |
Lenten Reflection Series - Suffering |
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Please come and join us for a series of talks and discussions on the topic of "Suffering", by Union Church Staff this Lenten season. Every Tuesday night from 7:00PM to 8:30PM at the Union Church Fellowship Hall, starting 11 March until 15 April 2014, light dinner provided. For more information, please contact us at ting.guevarra@ March 11 March 18 March 25 April 1 April 8 April 15 |
Alpha |
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Alpha will start again soon. The Introductory Dinner and Short Talk will take place on Wednesday, 26 March, 7:30PM in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone’s welcome, especially your friends and colleagues who would benefit from asking their ‘Questions of Life’ on Alpha. A personal invitation is the most effective way of bringing a guest to Alpha. For more information and registration, please email
The Alpha Core Team looks forward to welcoming you at the Introductory Dinner!
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Weekly Ministries |
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Grief Share A four week opportunity to meet with those who have lost a loved one through death. Opportunities for discussion and DVD based talks on various topics on grief. A safe place to come together. Mondays, 3, 10, 17 & 24 March, 7:00 - 9:00PM Contact Pastor Michele for details. Bring a friend. |
Last Week's Sermon |
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Please click on the link below to download "Becoming Christian: Conflict" by Pastor Greg Anderson |
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