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Charles Spurgeon, the greatest preacher of the 19th century, preached 44% of his sermons from the Old Testament. A study of 20th century preachers found that they based their sermons on the OT only 31% of the time. By both those measures I am far below average as a preacher.
I am going to take the Old Testament up for Lent. We begin a new series of messages on King Hezekiah from 2 Chronicles. His life and times just might teach us how to better follow Christ our King. If that isn’t enough Old Testament for you, Brenna Dykman is doing a fascinating study of the book of Amos Sunday evenings at 5PM. This Old Testament prophet has a lot to say (some of it quite painful) to those of us who don’t take justice as serious as does our Lord.
Hope you all had a fabulous CNY! Welcome back..
Pastor Greg
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This Week
Sunday Lunch
When: Sunday, 5 February 12:30pm
Where: Linguini Fini, 49 Elgin Street, Central
Who: University, Twenties, and Thirties
Join Pastor Matthew and the young adults after the 11:00AM service at a delicious Italian restaurant for fellowship. The buffet costs $175 per person. Please RSVP to Pastor Matthew for the restaurant reservation.
Afternoon Hike w/ Love21
On Sunday 5 February Youth are encouraged to join Love21 as they hike in Hong Kong. We will meet at 3:00PM at Quarry Bay MTR, exit A, and be done by 6:00PM.
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Opportunities
5:00PM Sermon Series ‘Amos: A Prophet for the People’
29 January, 5, 12, 19 and 26 February
God called Amos, a shepard, to prophesy to the nation of Israel. What Amos said was not comforting. Amos criticised the nation for injustice and lack of care for those on the margins of society. Join us for a 5 week sermon series on the minor prophet Amos who gave major challenges to God’s people.
HKCNP Mentorship Programme: Come learn about the programme and join as a mentor to youths from underprivileged families. It is a blessing to be able to make a difference and impact a life! Sunday, 12 February, 12:30PM - 2:30PM, Upper Annex. Light lunch provided. Please sign up here.
“Navigating Your Finances God’s Way”
Mondays, 13 February - 10 April 2017, 7:00PM - 9:00PM
What is the safest and best investment for our money? How can we be free from worrying about money? This study is designed for anyone who wants to have an intimate relationship with Christ and to learn how to be more content by making an eternal difference with possessions.
Material costs apply. Registration:
Ash Wednesday Service
Wednesday, 1 March @ 8:00PM
Union Church Sanctuary
No chocolate, no Facebook? How will you honour the 40 day fast this year? Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent. Join us for a worship service with music, scripture reading, a reflection, and the (optional) ash imposition ceremony. There will be refreshments served beforehand. All are welcome.
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.
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Annual General Meeting
Union’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on Saturday, 11 March 2017. It will begin at 6PM with a “Love Feast,” followed by the meeting at 7PM. Please come 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. The sign-up sheet will be available at the “Table on the Green”.
Nominations for 2017 Committee of Management (CoM) are now open to the church. Members of 6 months and above, over 18 years of age and in good standing, who wish to nominate a candidate for the 2017 CoM, please fill in a nomination form available from the church office and submit to the office, attention the Honorary Secretary. Nominations must be seconded by another voting member and have the agreement of the nominee.
The candidate will also need to be over 18 years old, a member of more than 6 months and in good standing. Nomination for CoM members will be closed on Sunday, 26 February 2017.
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Young Adults
Uni-On, the University-Aged fellowship at Union!
Are you between 18 and 23? Studying or interning in Hong Kong? Please join us at Starbucks at HKU (near the library) on Thursdays at 5:30PM for a chance to relax and experience community with other University-aged young adults from Union. Friends are more than welcome. Contact YOUNG ADULTS.
Sunday Evening Fellowship
When: Sunday, 12 February 6:00PM-6:50PM
Where: Union Church, Fellowship Hall
Who: University, Twenties, and Thirties
Join the young adults after the 5:00PM service for a time of fellowship, wine, cheese, and dessert. Please RSVP to Pastor Matthew for food.
Baby Celebration
Sunday, 19 February, 12:30PM
Do you have a baby age 0-2? Come meet other parents in the same season of life as you.
Contact Pastor Matthew 92494797
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Youth
Youth Sunday Life
9:30-10:30AM
All ages meet in the Youth Lounge to watch a short video from the NOOMA series. We then break up into small groups for discussion.
RESOUND
Friday 17 February will be the RESOUND Worship Night. Youth from all the international churches of Hong Kong will come together to play games, hear testimonies and worship together. We will meet at 6PM and return to Union by 9:30PM.
Dad & Son Day Out
Fathers and sons are invited to an uplifting, memorable day at Cheung Chau Island on Saturday 25 February from 10:00AM to 6:00PM. There will be exciting activities, opportunities for learning and also plenty of time for dads/sons to engage with one another and have fun.
Register before Feb 17.
Questions? Email
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Kingdom Kids
Sunday School Registration
If you are new to Union Church or if you have yet to register your children for our Sunday School program, kindly register your children here. All children enrolling in our Sunday School and Creche Center MUST BE REGISTERED by filling in and signing the Registration Form. Registering your children helps us keep your children safe, plan our programs better and communicate well with you. For more information, please visit Union Church's website or contact us at
or 21010414.
Sunday School Teachers Needed
Our Sunday School partners with parents and our church congregants in raising our children for Christ's Kingdom. If you are available and willing to commit your Sunday morning to share God’s words and model God’s love for our children, we would love to hear from you. Please contact us at
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Tel: +852 2523 7247 | Fax: +852 2524 0473
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www.unionchurchhk.org
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