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U MattersSince the beginning of the year we have been praying daily,
"Lord, use me and change me.
Lord, use Union Church and change Union Church."
It has been inspiring to hear the testimonies of how the Lord is working in the lives of individuals. Prayer is powerful, hard work and is often described as a weapon. James 5:16 says, "The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective." Missionary William Carey stated, "Prayer -secret, fervent, believing prayer -lies at the root of all personal godliness."
There are many ways to pray and many of us are apart of various prayer Whats App groups, and pray for one another virtually. If you are not apart of a prayer group we would love to help you get connected. Additionally, there are two corporate prayer opportunities:
Blessings, Pastor Michele This WeekThis week, Dr. Enoch Hsu will be our preacher, followed by Pastor George Cladis on 26th.
Pastor Greg will be taking a two month break this summer to attend to family matters. Let's remember the Anderson family during this time. SHIPWRECKED VBS Sunday School Children ages 3 to 11 years old are invited to join us Sunday, 19 August to 5 September at 9.45 am and 11.15 am service for our VBS Summer Sunday School - “SHIPWRECKED”. Through lively Children’s Worship, Bible Discoveries, engaging activities and yummy treats, our children will discover that Jesus Rescues! Children are welcome to bring friends along. OpportunitiesJoin us for a talk: Economos: The New Testament Path to Successful Leadership and Management.
Sunday, 26 August, 12:30PM -1:30PM at Sanctuary of Union Church Light lunch included Description: This forty-five minute seminar highlights the New Testament concept of the Economos as the path to successful living at home, with friends and family, and at work. (Economos is related to our English words economics and ecology.) You have read Drucker, Sandberg and Collins; now come and hear what Scripture has to contribute to modern day leadership and management at work and at home. – Dr. George Cladis, Presenter. Sign up in the foyer or contact Pastor Michele for questions. Introduction to Prison Ministry, Information and Training Session Sunday, 26 August, 2:00PM - 5:00PM at Union Church Pastor Esther Tung from the Hong Kong Christian Kun Sun Association will hold an information and training session for believers who are interested in reaching out to prisoners with Jesus' love and redemption. Please contact Yan Yu should you have any questions. Sign up at the Welcome Table. Prayer EventsJoin Us: on Wednesday, 22 August, 7:30PM - 9:00PM for corporate prayer in the Sanctuary.
Prayer Event at 22A Kennedy Road: on Sunday, 26 August at 2:00PM There will be a special prayer event at the Union Church 22A Kennedy site. Those attending the prayer session will be granted access to the area immediately behind the church where Sunday school was held. If you would like to attend this session, please register by contacting Charles Caldwell via email. Once you have registered, further instructions on where to gather will be sent. Thank you and God Bless You! EducationALPHA COURSE! We will host the Introductory Dinner & Short Talk on Thursday, 20 September, 2018 at 7:30PM. Bring a family member or friend to find out more. The course will run on Thursdays starting 27 September to 6 December. Please register here, complete a form at the Welcome Table or email to ALPHA.
We look forward to seeing you at the Intro Dinner! 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.
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.
MenUnion Men’s Event “Kindness Walk”– Save the date!
The next Union Men’s event will take place on Friday, 14 September. This time we will roll up our sleeves and show acts of kindness to the homeless. Jeff Rotmeyer – founder of Impact HK – will lead this “Kindness Walk”. More info to come soon. Contact: Anto Ficatier 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 for more information about Young Adults at Union! Young AdultsNext Sunday, 26 August: Monthly Fellowship Lunch
Join other Young Adults at Union Church next Sunday for our monthly fellowship lunch. We’ll gather at 12:30PM in the lobby of Sunlight Tower and we will go to a restaurant at QRE. We’ll make orders and pay individually for this meal. Feel free to invite friends! Small GroupsSmall groups are where we dig into the nitty-gritty of following Jesus. Studying the Bible, reading topical books, praying, laughing and eating together--small groups are where we connect with each other. Groups meet all over Hong Kong on different days of the week. Interested? Contact Monte Peterson or sign up here.
YouthYouth Summer Program - 17 August
Summer Program Friday nights in August for the youth (11 to 17 years-old) who are in Hong Kong. Different activities are planned for each Friday, at Union Church or off-site. Youth are invited to arrive at Union Church at 6:00PM, with dinner, a reading and discussion and then games. Youth will then be dismissed at 9:00PM. Union Youth Beach Kick-Off – 24 August We will be kicking off the new year of Youth Ministry with a BBQ at Deep Water Bay Beach from 6:00PM - 9:00PM on Friday August 24th. Parents are encouraged to join Youth to enjoy fellowship together. If you have questions, please email YOUTH to receive more information about getting involved. Youth and Family Mission Trip to KIM Manila – 28 September We are excited to move ahead on our fall mission trip to KIM in Manila, Philippines. As flights, transport and lodging etc. need to be booked in advance, please email YOUTH or talk to Hunter Purvis if you are interested as soon as possible! Kingdom Kids"SHIPWRECKED” VBS Sunday School, 19, 26 August and 2 September, 9:45AM and 11:15AM
Kingdom Kids is running VBS Summer Sunday School for the month of August. Children ages 3 to 11 years old joining VBS Sunday School need to be registered and you may register your children hereor at the Welcome Table. Registration is ongoing.
Sunday School Teachers Welcome Lunch, Sunday 2 September, 12:30PM to 2:30PM
Children Ministry is organising a Welcome Lunch for all of our current Sunday School teachers on Sunday, 2 September from 12:30PM to 2:30PM at Room 2 and Room 3. We would also like to extend the lunch invitation to those who may wish to find out more about joining our amazing Sunday School Teachers Team. Children Ministry is currently recruiting Sunday School Lead Teachers and Class Assistants (the 6/7 year old group and the 10 year old group at the 11:15AM service) for our 2018/2019 academic year.
Please get in touch with Jacklien Lee or 21010414 if you are interested in joining our Welcome Lunch. Sunday School 2018/2019 Registration is Now Open
Sunday School Registration for academic year 2018/2019 is now open. In order to help us plan our program well and serve your family better, we would appreciate it if you could 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. For more information, please visit Union Church's website or contact us at CHILDREN or 21010414.
Thank you for your kind attention and cooperation.
MissionLocal Missions
Fundraising Walkathon for KSA Prison Ministry The Hong Kong Christian Kun Sun Association (KSA) will hold a fundraising walkathon “Prayer Walk”, on 29 September, Saturday afternoon, for their prison ministry that has been operating for 40 years. It would be a good chance to walk with the ministry's supporters, the rehabilitated persons as well as their families, witnessing God’s work and reaching out to those behind the bars. For details, please refer to the documents as attached (Leaflet, Letter, and Application Form). Peace for Every Child Charity Walk by World Vision Hong Kong Since conflict broke out in Syria in 2011, millions have been forced to leave home in search of safety. Over 3.7 million children under the age of five have been displaced since they were born. World Vision Hong Kong cordially invites our church congregation to join ‘Peace for Every Child Charity Walk’ on 6 October (Sat) to raise funds to support World Vision’s Syrian Refugee Response. Please see the attached poster, leaflets and enrollment form, or visit http://www.worldvision.org.hk/en/peacewalk for more details about the event. OutreachElderly Home Visit, Sunday, 23 September, from 2:00PM-3:00PM
China Coast Community Home, 63 Cumberland Road, Kowloon Tong Do you have a burden and heart for serving our elderly neighbours, people who are often lonely and forgotten? Join a group sharing God's love with the residents of China Coast Community Home, a home for English-speaking elderly people. We sing for and with the residents. We connect personally with them too through activities and chatting one to one they so enjoyed and blessed! For any questions, please contact Theresa Cheung or on 93804037. Sign up at the Welcome Table. 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.
New to Union?Join Pastor Michele and Anto on Sunday, 2 September at La Cucina Italiana in QRE Plaza. Sign up in the foyer - user pay but it is fairly friendly and affordable.
Last Week's Sermon"In Christ" by Pastor Matthew Fredericks |