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| Vital Conversations on ImmigrationNovember 30 | 9:45 am | Fellowship HallJoin us as we kick off a four-week advent study. This study, provided by the General Commission on Religion and Race of The United Methodist Church, guides us in learning more about immigration, which is not merely a political issue—a theological… Read More |
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| Blue Christmas Dinner ChurchNovember 30 | 9:45 am | Fellowship HallDinner church is an opportunity to talk about things that are important to us while getting to know folks we might not interact with regularly. This December 1 we will do a special gathering for those who experience grief and loneliness during the holiday…Read More & Register |
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| Advent FestivalDecember 7 | 12 pm | UUMC CampusAll are invited to join us after worship for our annual Advent Festival! This is a cozy holiday celebration where we can all join together in fellowship during of the Christmas season. We’ll have an Chili lunch made by our community (you can still sign up)… Read More |
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Worship Sunday @ 11 amScripture: Matthew 1:1-17
Join us for worship as we begin our Advent journey and light the first candle on the Advent Wreath - the candle of hope! Our Sermon Series for Advent this year is “Ancestral Knowledge.” Throughout the Advent and Christmas season, we recall the stories and traditions handed down through the generations that shape who we are. We will hear lessons about some of the less familiar characters in the Advent story including the genealogy of Jesus, Joseph, and Elizabeth and Zechariah. We will remember God still calls imperfect people to share the perfect love of Jesus with the world.
This Sunday, Pastor Teresa’s sermon is entitled “A Family Tree for All of Us.” The scripture lesson is Matthew 1:1-17 - the genealogy of Jesus. At first glance, this scripture lesson may seem nothing more than a long list of names. However, the stories told through the names are a fascinating reminder that God is at work through the lives of ordinary (and even imperfect!) people. |
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“Family isn’t always blood. It’s the people in your life who want you in theirs. The ones who accept you for who you are. The ones who would do anything to see you smile, and who love you no matter what.” - Maya Angelou |
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Poinsettia Orders
Each year, we order beautiful poinsettias from Down Home Ranch to decorate our sanctuary for the Advent Season. You may dedicate a poinsettia in memory of, or in honor or, a loved one. Each plant is $12 and you may order at uumc.org/poinsettias.
If you’d prefer to pay via cash or check, there are forms available for you in the Front Office. Poinsettias will be in the sanctuary through the Advent season and Christmas Eve. You may pick up your poinsettias after the service on December 25th. We will publish a list of memorials and honorees in the Lessons & Carols worship bulletin for all orders placed before November 30. |
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Advent Offering
This year’s Advent Offering will go to The Immigration Law & Justice Network. This non-profit is passionately engaged in serving immigrants as they seek legal status in the United States, by providing free or low-cost expert legal counsel, advocacy, and support services. Through affiliated sites across the country, Immigration Law & Justice Network pursues justice for all those they serve, while offering a sense of safety, trust, and belonging. Learn more on their website.
If you would like to contribute to this year’s Advent offering, write “Advent Offering” on the offering envelope or memo section of your check. You can also give by visiting our website and donating to the “Advent Offering.” At this time of the year when we remember the birth of Jesus, we also acknowledge that he was a refugee and recall the journey of his parents who fled their home in search of safety. We are grateful for organizations like ILJN who are committed to the work of justice for immigrants and refugees. Their vision is, “a nation where every immigrant has access to justice in an anti-racist immigration system that honors the dignity of all people.” Amen! |
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Village People Directory Photos
Help us achieve our 200-person goal to publish our Village People Directory!
In an effort to help make new friends and strengthen our overall church community, we’re expanding our online church directory! We’re calling it “The Village People.” Every Sunday in Advent we’ll be in the courtyard taking photos for the directory. Take a photo, fill out the questionnaire, and make an account to access the directory! Once we get 200 people enrolled, we’ll start printing copies for those who would prefer a printed version. Questions? Contact Natasha at natasha@uumc.org. |
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| Queer Fellowship: Chosen Family FriendsgivingNovember 29 | 5 pmLearn More |
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| Vital Conversations on ImmigrationNovember 30 | 9:45 amLearn More |
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| Blue Christmas Dinner ChurchDecember 1 | 6:30 pmLearn More |
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| Tuesday Night Lights: Faith & Art w/ David MossmanDecember 2 | 7 pmLearn More |
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Tuesday Night Lights: Faith & Art w/ Paul HarperDecember 9 | 7 pmLearn More |
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Youth: Christmas Lock-InDecember 12 | 6 pmLearn More |
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Musical Christmas MarketDecember 14 | 12 pmLearn More |
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Advent FestivalWe need chili, salads, sides and desserts at the advent festival. If you’d like to bring a dish to share at the Advent Festival, you can sign-up here! |
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Fig LeafFig Leaf needs paper bags with handles (like the ones you might get while grocery shopping) to use on Saturday mornings. If you have any, you can leave them in the donation barrels by the elevator! |
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Christmas EveIt takes many hands to have the wonderful Christmas Eve services here at UUMC. From greeter and ushers to communion servers to candle lighters/extinguishers, there are lots of jobs available. If you’ll be here on Christmas Eve, we’d love the help. Email Renee at renee@uumc.org to volunteer. |
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We're happy to report that our Youth returned safe and sound from their camping trip. Lots of fun was had by everyone! They ended their trip with a meal not cooked via campfire. |
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