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U Matters
I am not a big user of apps—but that is changing. One big reason is that Union Church now has its own app! All you need to do is go to the App Store (or wherever or however you get app) and type in Union Church. You will find it a ready source of information, encouragement, and feedback. Speaking of encouragement, how is your week going?
This Sunday we begin a new series on the book of James: Faith Works. This year is the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation and the question of FAITH vs. WORKS was a big one then—and still is now. Preparing for Union's move is forcing me to put my faith into practice in new and not always comfortable ways. Many of you have challenges that are not easy. Then we read James 1:2: “When you face trials of any kind, consider it nothing but joy.” Have the sort of joyful day that doesn’t make sense if you didn’t know Jesus!
Pastor Greg
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This Week
2017 CHURCH DIRECTORY UPDATE Please stop by the Directory Table in the courtyard to update or confirm your contact details this or the following two Sundays. Photographers will stand by to take your pictures for the directory. Members as well as regular attendees are welcome to have their details included. Alternatively, please visit here to update your information and upload your photo.
Service Trip - country side of Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Please register by this Sunday, 30 April. Union Church has been working with Flourishing Future, a Mongolia-based NGO, for several years with an annual summer camp arranged for the kids in Ulaanbaatar. We are looking for 15 people to help lead an educational week (from Monday, 3 – 7 July) for the kids. This would involve fun, games, crafts, and an adventure in the great outdoors. Families, working professionals, men, and women are welcome to participate. Pre-trip meetings will be held. Contact Pastor Michele or Antonin Ficatier for additional details.
Uni-On Go Kayak! THIS SUNDAY
This Sunday, 30 April, the University students of Union are exploring the ocean during a great kayak session in Tai Tam Bay in the afternoon. Contact Anto to join the crew! (RSVP needed)
Moving People On to God's Agenda
Wednesday, 3 May 9:30AM-1:00PM
St. Andrew's Church, Tsim Sha Tsui
Join Dr. Blackaby and Rev. Fisher in learning how to better apply our faith in our daily lives. Please contact
if interested.
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Membership at Union Church
Lunch on Sunday, 7 May 2017, 12:00 – 1:30PM
If you are NOT a member of Union Church, then this is for you. Join us for a free lunch as you learn about Union Church. Sign up with Pastor Michele or at the Welcome Table on Sunday. Contact Pastor Michele for any questions about membership. |
Opportunities
GriefShare
Tuesdays, 2, 9 and 16 May 7:30-9:00PM
Have you lost a loved one or know someone who has? Join us for 4 weeks to learn about grief through an interactive DVD series. Experts speak on signs, symptoms, and the impact of grief. Please see Pastor Michele and sign up at the Welcome Table.
Prison Ministry: On Easter Monday, 20 women went to Lo Wu Correctional Centre for Women for an outreach. Please check out the following training series. All enquiries and RSVP please email to
or Tel: 27282341.
Prison Ministry Training Extension (1)
Sunday, 7 May 2017, 2:00 - 5:00PM; RSVP: 4 May 2017
Topic: How to present the gospel effectively in prison in a natural and meaningful way that is life-giving to both the sharer and the receiver. We will explore various methods, i.e. in an upfront message, in a testimony, and in small group sharing.
Place: Island Evangelical Community Church – 10/F Classroom, 633 King's Road, Quarry Bay
Prison Ministry Training Extension (2)
Sunday, 21 May 2017, 2:00 - 5:00PM; RSVP: 18 May 2017
Topic: How to prepare an inmate to leave the prison and succeed. This will explore how one can equip an inmate with the spiritual tools needed to face the challenges of release and to continue walking with the Lord. Place: Community Church Hong Kong - 1/F Main Sanctuary, J+ Building, 35-45B Bonham Strand, Sheung Wan
New Small Group Opportunities
Join Rachel Wirth in the Mid-Levels on Tuesday nights for a study on Tim Keller’s series the Prodigal God. There is no better way to get connected than through a small group -get connected today. Contact Pastor Michele for details.
Join Emilie and Colin Banfield on the Southside Friday nights. In May, they will launch a new study “Sticky Faith”. This DVD series provides great talking points on parenting and how to help maintain the spiritual life of our kids. It's a great study. If you are a parent this study is for you. Consider joining a couples group and contact Emilie or Pastor Michele for more details. Annual Ladies Double Up Dinner
Theme: Seasons of Life
Monday, 15 May 2017; 6:30PM Drinks, 7:30PM – 9:30PM Dinner
Speaker: Rev. Christa von Zychlin
Testimony: Janita Dubois
Bring your friends. Sign up at the Welcome Table this Sunday.
Kindness Walk - Reach out to the Homeless in Shum Shui Po
Sunday, 28 May
Families and children are welcome to join. We will give out free laundry coupons and some basic supplies to show our care. Please meet at:
(i) Nam Cheong MTR Exit A at 2PM, or
(ii) have lunch together in the Upper Annex at 12PM before heading out.
Please bring $100 and a recycle bag for the supplies to be given away. Contact Pastor Michele, Jeff Rotmeyer or Melody Landes for more details.
”....he who is generous to the needy honors Him!”- Proverbs 14 : 31b
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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Young Adults
Uni-On weekly gathering, the university aged fellowship at Union!
Are you a University student between 18 and 23? Studying or interning in Hong Kong? Please join us at Starbucks at HKU (Near the Library) on Thursdays 5:30-7:00PM for good conversations and experience community with other University-aged young adults from Union. Contact Anto.
Sunday Young Adult Lunch
Sunday, 7 May, 12:30-2:00PM
Bombay Dreams, 4/F, 77 Wyndham Street, Central
Join other university students, professionals in their twenties and thirties, and young couples after the 11AM service at Bombay Dreams, an Indian restaurant, for fellowship. Plan to spend $220 per person for the buffet. Please RSVP to Pastor Matthew for the purpose of the restaurant reservation.
Sunday Evening Young Adult Fellowship
Sunday, 14 May, 6:00-6:50PM
Meet after the 5PM worship service in the Fellowship Hall with other university students, professionals in their twenties and thirties, and young couples for a time of fellowship, food, and games. Please RSVP to Pastor Matthew for refreshments.
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Youth
Regular Friday Youth Group
Juniors meet from 6:00 to 8:00PM, Seniors meet from 7:30 to 9:00PM, with optional hang out in the Youth Lounge after until 10:00PM.
Youth Sunday Life
9:30-10:30AM, Youth Lounge
All ages will meet in the Youth Lounge to play games, have fellowship and listen to a message given by David Dickhudt, one of our Sunday Life teachers. He will share some of his own story, and then we will have time to discus together.
Junior High Poverty X Lock-In, May 12
In 3 weeks we will be inviting the Junior High Youth to sleep over at Union, alongside the Juniors from Community Church. This Lock-In will focus on Poverty, it's insidious, cyclical nature and what we can do to help. Junior High will arrive at 6:00PM and are free to go after 9:00AM Saturday morning.
Senior High Youth are invited to a Bowling night together in Kowloon, alongside our Senior High friends from Community Church. We will leave from Union at 6:00PM, and dismiss from the bowling alley at 9:00PM.
Youth activities
Are you a youth and want to be involved in our youth group? Check out our the many ways you can be involved:
-Friday Night Youth Group: fellowship night every Friday at Union Church
-Sunday Life: Bible teaching, small groups conversations on Sunday morning
-Cooking Ministry: cooking a good meal for the group on Friday Night
-Youth Band: Worship Team, 1hour practice every Friday
-Christian Clubs: student fellowship at 2 international schools; WIS on Fridays, HKIS High School on Wednesdays.
Questions? Email YOUTH
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Kingdom Kids
Mom’s Date
Saturday, 13 May 2017, 2 – 5:00PM
Kingdom Kids would like to invite Moms and children to join us for a fun afternoon of craft making, dancing and tea time. For more information, or to sign up for this event, please email us at CHILDREN.
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 Crèche 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 2101 0414.
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