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U MattersThis Sunday is the 100th anniversary of the end of WW1. I am old enough to have a grandfather who served with the American Expeditionary Force in 1917-18. He kept a diary and wrote of the loss of a best friend and of a much loved officer. My son John and I attended a Remembrance Day at the Menin Gate Memorial in Ypres, Belgium. One of the last surviving veterans - he lived to be 111 - was there to yell into a microphone, “Remember!” Jesus said in John 5:13: “No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” We remember the sacrifices of the heroes, sung and unsung, in our lives. We remember the sacrificial love of Jesus Christ. Last night in the wonderful new Overflow class Monte Peterson leads, there was discussion about the difference between the sacrifice of Jesus and the generosity of Jesus. Anyway, Jesus was both generous and sacrificial and its an honour to follow him. The class left me wondering how we can demonstrate generosity and sacrifice. This is worth pondering during Union's Stewardship Campaign. We will observe a minute of silence and prayer at each service. This is a very special Remembrance Day. As the Psalmist says, “Bless the Lord, O my soul and do not forget all his benefits.” Psalm 103 goes on to mention that those benefits include forgiveness, redemption, satisfaction, vindication, mercy, and grace. What a generous God we serve and what a sacrifice Christ made for us.
Gratefully, Pastor Greg This WeekOverflow - new class in ReCharge: A Life Refreshed by Generosity, with Monte Peterson
Jesus says that he has come to bring us "life abundant," but often it feels more like "life-barely-making-it." Join us as we explore life to the full - receiving the blessings and gifts of God and pou ring them into others. For registration please click HERE. ReChargeReCharge is a weekly night at Union Church where we fellowship, worship, and study.
Join us on Wednesdays:
7:00PM – dinner (there is a donation box to cover the cost of the food)
7:30PM – worship
7:45-9:00PM – classes
3 different classes are offered this Fall: - Overflow by Monte Peterson - Stephen's Ministry Training by Pastor Michele - Boundaries by Anto Ficatier (please see Young Adults below for more info) You can register at the Welcome Table every Sunday, or by filling out the online formHERE. OpportunitiesOne Worship, Sunday 18 November, 10:30AM St. Andrew's Day Service, 25 November 9:45AM Season of Thanksgiving Bless the City, Saturday, 10 November
Bless the City is almost here! If you've been thinking about signing up but just haven't done it yet, now is the time. Any questions, see Monte at the Welcome Table. These are great opportunities to bring along friends, or sign up as a family or small group! Sign-up at the websit e, or see the Welcome Table on Sunday. See you there! American Thanksgiving Service at St John's Cathedral Thursday 22 November at 12:30PM The America Consulate, American Pastors, and St. John's invite everyone to a Thanksgiving Service, followed by a lunch. The preacher this year will be Greg Anderson, Senior Pastor of Union Church. Book your cruise!
Union Fellowship Cruise - 2 Nights on "Dream World", 23-25 November 2018 (Fri-Sun) For registration, prices, details and bookings, please click here or contact admin@unionchurchhk. Adult EducationTalk: “James Legge, A Driver of Change” – 2 Dec, 12:30PM
We are very blessed to have Christopher Legge with us on December 2! Christopher Legge is one of the great-grand-children of James Legge, the founder of Union Church. He will deliver a short talk about the legacy of James Legge. Please join for this great opportunity to learn more about the roots of our church! Date: 2 December, 2018 Time: 12:30PM-1:30PM Location: Indigo Hotel, 2/F (Function Room) Light lunch will be provided RSVP needed: please email admin@u nionchurchhk.org Young AdultsBoundaries: a new study for Young Adults
Boundaries is an exciting new course for Young Adults. The study is designed to help us develop healthy habits and maintain personal boundaries in all areas of our lives. Join Anto to practice how to say yes and how to say no! Every Wednesday Night, as part of ReCharge 7:00PM dinner, 7:45PM - 9:00PM study. Email Anto Ficatier for more information! New to Union? Are you a Young Adult new to Union Church? Make sure you meet our Young Adults Director, Anto Ficatier, at the Welcome Table every Sunday. You can also email Anto for more information about Young Adults at Union! LadiesLadies Retreat: Chiang Mai, 17 - 20 January, 2019
Join us for the 4th annual ladies retreat. This year we are going to Chiang Mai, Thailand. More details to come in the next few weeks. Approximate costs (incl flights, accommodation & meals) $4900 per pax. *Final deadline for sign-up and payment is 25 November. Please fill out an online Signup F orm < strong>HERE or scan the below QR Code for registration and details. Signup sheets are also available at the Welcome Table, and a collection box is there for payment by cheque.  MembershipMembership - if you are not a member and would like to be, please download application forms here or collect a peach coloured application form at the Welcome Table and/or see Pastor Michele.
ServeUnion Church is always looking for people to serve. If you would like to be an usher, greeter or bible reader, please see Pastor Michele.
Small GroupsNew to Union? Been here awhile but haven't connected yet? Small groups are where we dig into the nitty-gritty of following Jesus, and connect with each other. Studying the Bible, reading topical books, praying, laughing and eating together - it's good! We know there are a lot of you wanting to connect or looking for the right group, and we will be laun ching new groups in 2019! What a great way to start off the new year! If you are looking to join a group, or have felt God nudging you into leadership, please contact Monte Peterson.
YouthFriday Youth Group Scripture Night – 9 November
Youth will meet at Union Church this Friday for a night of delving into the Word. They will have a chance to read, learn about and discuss the bible passage (Matt. 5:1-12 “Blessed are those who Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness”) with their peers in small groups.Juniors will meet fr om 6:00PM- 7:00PM, Seniors from 8:00PM-9:00PM, with Dinner at 7:00PM.
Sunday Youth Group – Sunday, 11 November
Youth can attend at either 9:45AM or 11:15AM. Please meet in Indigo Hotel 29/F.
Christmas Banquet – Friday, 30 November
Our Annual Christmas Banquet is coming up fast, and we are so excited to have this opportunity for the Congregation to meet our Youth and have a chance to support their missions here in HK and around the world!Tickets are available for $250pp and can be purchased on Sunday in the Fellowship Hall as well as from Hunter during the week. If you have any questions please email us at or WhatsApp Hunter at 6466 5080 Kingdom KidsChildren’s Christmas Musical
Important Dates:
Rehearsals: Sundays 11, 18, 25 Nov & 2 Dec, 9:45AM & 11:15AM
First Dress Rehearsal - Sunday, 2 Dec, 12:30PM to 2:30PM
Second Dress Rehearsal- Saturday, 8 Dec, 8:30AM to 11:30AM
Performances: Sunday 9 December, 9:45AM and 11:15AM
Children aged 3 to 11 years old are invited to join us for our annual Children’s Christmas Musical titled "BETHLEHEM NEWSFLASH" Every Sunday until Dec 2nd, children will gather at the Fellowship Hall at the start of the service for rehearsals. The Song Books and CDs are available in the Fellowship Hall and on our church website. After church service ends, children aged 3-5 years old can be picked up from R ooms 2 & 3 and children 6 years old and above from the Fellowship Hall. Children’s Ministry Christmas Outreach Program
- Saturday, 15 December, 9:30AM to 1:30PM: Mini Christmas Musical at Home of Loving Faithfulness (HOLF). Sign up here.
- Saturday, 22 December, 3:00PM to 6:00PM: Christmas Program with St. Barnabas Society and Home. Sign up here.
Sunday School 2018/2019 Registration
In order to help us plan our program well and serve your family better, please 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. For more information, please visit Union Church's website or contact us at CHILDREN or 21010414.
MissionLocal mission in Tung Chung
We are partnering with a local church in Tung Chung to run a weekly English program on Saturday mornings in Nov & Dec. The students will be Primary 2-3 children from Ying Tung Estate - a new public estate in Tung Chung. We will be teaching the children English through songs, Bible stories and fun activities. Please contact Crystal Lo. Family in Need (FIN)We have been praying for Gavin Shui as he battles cancer. Please check out this link on how you can register as a donor for Gavin and others who need a bone marrow transplant.
Last Week's Sermon"Happy are the Harmony Brokers" by Pastor Greg |