"Celebrating God's Presence, Serving All People"
United Church News August 16th, 2019
Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Are you in the middle of something? The middle of a journey... The middle of a challenge... The middle of a prayer that has not been answered... Indeed, Life's "middles" are complicated. But it is often the case that God meets us in the middle of a journey to encourage and strengthen us in powerful ways. On Sunday, I will continue my sermon series on the parables by focusing our attention on the parable of the Widow and the Unjust Judge. The widow in the parable was in the middle of something. When she was willing to persevere, God met her in the middle of it all. So, too, will God meet us there... 

See you Sunday!

Pastor Mark
This Sunday's Sermon Title and Scripture Reading
Worship Sunday at 10am
Sunday, August 18th
"Met In The Middle"

Scripture :
Luke 18: 1-8

Reader : Denny Eckels
Deacons : Russ and Linda Howald
Ushers : Marie Dowling and Mary Jane Irvine
Greeters: Lois Kenyon and Judy Hattendorf
Congratulations Endowment Committee
In recent weeks, United Church's Endowment Fund experienced a true milestone in surpassing one million dollars for the first time in the church's history! Since 1997, United Church's Endowment Committee has been faithful stewards of the church's endowment. Proceeds from the endowment are deposited annually into United Church's Rush Fund that has blessed so many in the congregation who have been in need. All of us would like to especially thank Bob Marks (Endowment Committee Chair) for his visionary leadership over the years that has enabled this fund to grow in prosperous ways. If you're interested in making a gift to United Church's Endowment Fund or in making United Church's Endowment Fund part of your estate giving, contact Pastor Mark Williams in the church office for more information.
Labor of Love Lunch
Honoring All Who Work To Make Our World More Loving!

Celebrate the Strength and well-being of our Church Family and our Nation.

Join the social events committee as they host a Labor Day Luncheon after service on Sunday, September 1st . Food will include fried chicken, sandwiches, salad, and dessert!

Please sign up to let us know if you can attend. Sign up sheet will be in the Narthex.

Hope to see you there!
Summer Book Discussions
Discussion on The Unlikely Disciple: A Sinner's Semester THIS WEDNESDAY!
Join Pastor Mark Williams this Wednesday, August 21st at 10am in the Sunset Conference Room for a discussion on Kevin Roose's The Unlikely Disciple: A Sinner’s Semester.
Children's Church
Susanne Golden's "Dare to Be a Daniel" curriculum continues this week with Daniel, Chapter 5. Children are learning the story of Daniel in the Old Testament and are being challenged to live faithfully amidst an often wayward world.

Lesson: Weighed in the Scales
Teacher: Pam Shudes
Member Care
Five Tips to Cope with Caregiver Anger
An article from the Home Instead website states,

"When family caregivers open up about their emotions, they are quick to talk about their feelings of stress, sadness and depression. But they don’t often talk about the anger, impatience and even rage that can flare in an instant. Who hasn’t snapped once or twice during their caregiving journey and then relentlessly beat themselves up for it later?If you have ever felt like clenching your fists and screaming in frustration, you are not alone. Most caregivers probably experience these strong emotions from time to time. The key lies in coping with them."

If you're interested in reading the full article, titled "Five Tips to Cope With Caregiver Anger,' please click below. For more great tools and articles on being a family caregiver, Pastor Kathy invites you to visit caregiverstress.com.
Bargain Basket Update
On Wednesday, The Bargain Basket was joined by the Holy Temple Missionary Baptist Church's Elderly Services Program for a morning of shopping. The group pulled up in a big bus after road tripping from Opa-locka and started the rainy day shopping in our store. After their time with us they went to lunch at The Snook Inn and then headed to Miromar Outlets. They were a fun-loving group and we loved hosting them during their outing!
A Week in Review
The children of UCMI, surrounded by the members of our congregation who worked in education, started the school year off right with God and a blessing of the backpacks ceremony during worship last Sunday. We hope that every one had a great start to their school year!
United Church's Administrative Assistant, Wanda Anderson, enjoyed a weekend of celebration as her oldest son graduated with a Doctorate from Texas A&M AND got engaged to his long time girlfriend.
Men's Fellowship Breakfast
Men's Fellowship continues to meet for breakfast on the third Wednesday of each month.

Join the men of UCMI for this month's breakfast at Red Rooster. Bring a friend or neighbor this Wednesday, August 21st at 9am and join in on the food and fun!
In The Coming Week at UCMI

Wednesday, August 21st
  • 9 AM Men's Breakfast (Red Rooster)
  • 10 AM August Book Discussion (SSCR)

Thursday, August 22nd
  • 9:30 AM Church Life and Growth Meeting (SSCR)


Click on the link below to see what the next few months have to offer at UCMI!
Online Giving
To all those who would like to use our Online Giving Program, while up North for the summer or for the convenience, please click on the link below to see how you can do so.
Upcoming Birthdays
8/16- Pat Rainey
8/16- Soc Tseckares
8/17- Kathy Fenton
8/17- Elizabeth Fox
8/21- Bob Marks
8/21- Judy Hattendorf

We hope your special day is filled with fun surrounded by the ones you love most!
We're sorry we missed your birthday! If you do not see your birthday listed in the e-news please check with the church office to see if we have all of your info!