United Christian Ministries is in need of macaroni and cheese.
To donate items, please drop them off at UCM’s building at 191 Skyland Drive. Thank you!
Mission Moment 4.15.26
Sharon Felton
CBF Congregational Advocacy Officer
A Blessing for the Calling of God’s People
Creator God,
Our world feels upside down and backwards for so many:
Our communities, systems and churches.
We are failing to care for our neighbors.
Our fears and lies are overwhelming our desire and ability to care and love all of Creation.
Our hope feels lost.
Our hope feels lost until we remember: You are our hope.
Not governments, or systems or leaders.
Our fears are overwhelming until we remember:
Love casts out fear, and love is our call to action.
Our communities and systems and churches are failing, until we remember:
God, your love commands us and moves us to do justice, to care for our neighbors, to work for the well-being of all.
Our world feels upside down and backwards, until we realize:
We are supposed to upend the world as we know, it and make it a place of hope for all of Your creation.
We are to love and serve and work for justice for all, to be blessings for each person we meet and those we never have the chance to know.
We are to be Your church, that changes the systems so that they are just and work well for everyone.
God, we have much work to do, but today, we can begin the work of loving all our neighbors and doing justice, so that all will experience the hope of Christ, in this world, in this time.
Amen
First Explorers Update
This week at After School we continued talking about Easter and what it means. On Tuesday, Kaitlyn had chapel with us, and we made some cool crafts. On Wednesday we had RAs, GAs, and Mission Friends. On Thursday, we colored plastic eggs with markers. And on Friday, we created our own bunny basket so we could store our colored eggs in. Overall, it was another fun-filled week at After School!
Empty Fruit & Vegetable Cans Needed
Thank you for the great response to the egg cartons request! We have all we need for our project, and now we need some empty fruit and vegetable cans. If you can donate some, please drop them off at the cart inside the back door of the church. Thank you!
Midweek Meals
TONIGHT, April 15 at 5:30 p.m.
Our midweek meals will continue tonight at 5:30 p.m.
in the MFC. We look forward to seeing you there!
Church Office Closed for Easter Monday
In observance of the Easter holiday, the church office will be closed on Easter Monday, April 6.
Giving the Jesus Way
United Christian Ministries is in need of macaroni and cheese.
To donate items, please drop them off at UCM’s building at 191 Skyland Drive. Thank you!
Mission Moment 4.8.26
Laura Ayala
CBF Coordinator of Global Missions
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” – Isaiah 41:10 (NIV)
It was during a worship service in Holy Week that I felt the unmistakable call to ministry. In that moment, I was filled with questions and concerns about what lay ahead. It was as if this powerful verse “suddenly appeared” in my Bible, speaking directly to my heart. Since then, whenever I face challenges, this promise reminds me that there is nothing to fear when I trust in the One who called me.
In both life and ministry, we often encounter uncertain and challenging times. Unexpected situations can easily provoke fear and doubt. However, in those moments, we are called to trust God wholeheartedly. His promise to be with us is unwavering, and His strength is sufficient for all we face.
A Blessing for Our Field Personnel
Heavenly Father, we come before You with grateful hearts, acknowledging Your presence and Your promises. As we lift up our field personnel, we ask for Your divine protection over them. Surround them with Your love and strength as they navigate the challenges they face in their ministries.
Lord, grant them courage in moments of uncertainty and remind them of Your unwavering support. May they feel the embrace of the Holy Spirit each day, filling them with peace and assurance. Help them to trust in Your righteous right hand, knowing that You are always with them.
We pray that You guide their decisions and empower their efforts to serve others. Let them be vessels of Your grace and love, shining brightly in the communities they touch.
Thank You, Lord, for the calling You have placed on their lives. We trust in Your goodness and faithfulness, knowing that You will uphold them, as You uphold us, in every situation.
In Jesus’ name, we pray, Amen.
Midweek Meals
TONIGHT, April 8 at 5:30 p.m.
Our midweek meals will continue tonight at 5:30 p.m.
in the MFC. We look forward to seeing you there!
Holy Week Gatherings
Midweek meal is moved to Thursday, April 2, at 5:15 p.m. followed by the Maundy Thursday
service at 6:00 p.m.Easter Sunday: April 5 at 7:00 a.m., Community Worship Service at Bridge Park
Holy Easter Worship: April 5 at 10:30 a.m.
Church Office Closed on Easter Monday
In observance of the Easter holiday, the church office will be closed on Easter Monday, April 6.