BUFF Special Announcement

Our development partner, Henderson Land, has been very supportive of the redevelopment of Union Church. However, market forces being what they are in HK and as a public company responsible to its shareholders, Henderson Land decided to accept a very attractive offer and has sold Golden Centre, which was where we were to have our temporary church during the redevelopment period. The new owner has an owner occupier use for the second floor and it is therefore regrettable that Golden Centre as a temporary accommodation is no longer an option.

BUFF is working closely with Henderson Land to resolve our temporary home but in the meantime we would like to outreach to all the congregation as to any ideas you may have for temporary accommodation, no matter how “out of the box” the idea is. We do have alternatives but are not sure whether any of them will translate into reality. Our requirement is simple: a space that will provide a sanctuary with minimum seating capacity for 200 (approx 5000 sq feet net) + back of house offices for the church, meeting etc about 5000 sq feet net. We are entirely flexible to location but for obvious reasons would  like to be as close to the existing church as possible. Other than that, we would consider preferably anywhere in the first instance between North Point and Sheung Wan. We have intensive ongoing request for our needs to government, landlords and agents but there may be someone out there who will provide the solution to our needs. We have a wonderful plan to create a church that will extend the word of God. We would ask that anyone who has any connection or ideas that we as BUFF can pursue, please inform us and we will follow with alacrity. The tide is with us and we should overcome this remaining hurdle.

ALPHA starts next week! Wednesday evening course begins on 5 October or Thursday morning (ladies only) course begins on 6 October. Please sign up online or email Patrick Wilson at . See you there!

Please plan to join us for the Walk To Emmaus Men's Retreat, 20 – 23 October, at the Canossian Retreat Centre in Pokfulam. We'll spend three busy and very enjoyable days of singing, prayer, worship, and discussion. Discussion centers around fifteen talks given by laity and clergy. These talks present the theme of God’s grace, and how that grace comes alive and expresses itself through us, as we become more Christ-centered husbands, fathers, neighbours, executives, and leaders in our church. At Emmaus, we begin to understand more fully the presence of Christ in us and his body of believers. Come join us!

For more information, please contact Ray Warhola, or 9105-8211.

Restored Lives — Recovery from Divorce and Separation Course is run over seven Thursdays, 20 October – 8 December, 7:00PM – 9:30PM at Upper Annex. The course is both practical and supportive, giving any separated or divorced person the opportunity to discuss the challenges they are facing and the tools to deal with these effectively. The cost is HK$400 per person including dinner. Sign up online. For more information, please contact Anne or Michael Birley at RD&S.

Ladies Masquerade Dinner Please mark your calendar for 1 November from 7:00PM – 9:00PM as our Women’s Ministry Team treats you to a fun and festive evening of fellowship. Grab a fun dress and a mask or just come as you are. All are welcome. Please RSVP to .

Saturday Eve Couples’ Bible Study (CBS) The SAT Couple Bible Study group will study the “Couples of the Old Testament” by the LifeGuide Bible studies series this Fall. We meet twice a month. Good food — young children are welcome. Please contact & Linda Tan.

Looking to Serve in Hospitality? Please contact Pastor Michele if you are able to help. We have some upcoming events that could really use your support.

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.