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Deja Vu All Over Again?
Sunday, April 21, 2024 - 10:00 a.m.
In this post-Easter season, we turn to our study of the Acts of the Apostles, and what the disciples of Jesus did after the Resurrection. In Chapter 4, we learn that Peter and John have been arrested by the religious leaders of the day for preaching the Gospel and for healing a crippled man who was at least 40 years old. (See Acts 4:1-23). Sounds like a deja vu moment.
In this passage, Peter defends their actions and credits the healing to the Risen Christ, whom he refers to as “the cornerstone” of their faith.
The leaders order them to cease their preaching and healing, and to not tell anyone they had seen Jesus Christ after the Resurrection, but even the high priests and elders could not stop the disciples from sharing what they had seen, and heard, and touched, in the Risen Christ.
Please join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m., in person or on our livestream, as Pastor Robb explores the importance and meaning of significant moments in scripture and in our faith.
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9:00 Worship
In the Chapel
This family-friendly service embraces the busy energy of young children. It is held every Sunday at 9:00 a.m. in our Chapel with wonderful live guitar or piano music. And if you're running late - that's ok! Who actually gets places on time with kids in tow? Like God, we give grace. We embrace movement and busy curious little minds at this service that lasts 25-30 minutes. While it is designed as a teaching opportunity and introduction to Christian worship for young children, we welcome anyone of any age or family stage.
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In the Pipeline
Apri 28: Music Sunday - a worship celebration led by Chancel Choir, Cantate, Union Bells, Children's Chimes, WE, Organ, and the glorious Steinway
May 5: Allegrezza - Spring Showcase, Music of the Stage and Screen
May 17: Heidelberg University Concert Choir
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Come Celebrate New Stained Glass Windows!
Sunday, April 28
“Make a Joyful Noise Unto the Lord”
The new stained glass has been completed and is on the way to Chicago! A crew of experts is scheduled to be at the church April 22-27 to install this work of art in new wood frames over the doors between the Sanctuary and Gathering Place. If all goes well, we hope to be able to celebrate these new windows on Music Sunday, April 28. Following the 10:00 AM service, committee leaders David Hess and Kris Lang will offer brief comments about the history and artistic process of bringing these beautiful new windows to life.
Come join us as we welcome this finishing touch to a Sanctuary whose other windows date back to 1917-1938 and still provide spectacular color and inspiration in our key worship space!
The Stained Glass Window Committee
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New Member Class this Spring!
Sunday, May 5, 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 16, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. (via Zoom)
New Member Welcome Service: May 18, 10:00 a.m. worship service
We will be welcoming our next New Member Class this spring. If you’d like to be a part of it, please contact Tom Shively or Carissa Kapcar.
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Vacation Bible School Registration is Open!
June 17 to 21, 12:45 to 3:00 pm, at Union Church
$75 per child (or max $200 per family)
Participants: Ages 4 through 5th grade
Youth Helpers: Middle School and High School
Summer is coming soon and so is Vacation Bible School! This is the best week of the year when the church is full of excited children ready to celebrate their faith, sing songs, play games, do mission projects, make new friendships and have fun! The Children’s Committee is excited to host this year’s Camp Firelight VBS and welcome the kids in the church, UCECP families and the greater community to come join us for a summer camp adventure with God!
Register here
We also need adult volunteers. If you haven’t helped before, know that being a part of this uplifting week forms friendships, community and connections by working with and learning from these contagiously fun children! We’d love to have you!
Contact Penny for more information.
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Women of a Certain Age
This Sunday, April 21, after 10:00 a.m. worship, in Rowell Hall
June Scott, Union Church Member, will present her latest trip, "Semester at Sea". June has traveled to all 50 states, the seven continents, and 109 countries. No food or beverages will be served.
Save the date for Sunday, May 19 at 12:30 after Adult Education (more information to come). Laurie McMahon will be hosting a casual potluck at her home, 311 E. Sixth St, Hinsdale.
The purpose of WOACA is for fellowship, friendship, and fun! ALL are welcome!!!
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Mark Your Calendars!
April 28: Music Sunday, and following worship, dedication of new stained glass window in honor Lee Smithwick
May 26: Blessing of the Bicycles (or anything that rolls), 9:00 a.m.
June 2: All Church Picnic, 11:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Pass this flyer to a friend or neighbor!
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Community Events
(Not UCH Sponsored)
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DuPage PADS Pickleball Tournament
Saturday, May 18
DuPage PADS, a Union Church Mission Partner, is having a pickleball event. Here's the info! The 2024 Team Taruc Pickleball Classic is back! Now hosted at Naperville’s premier indoor commercial venue, Sure Shot Pickleball, join us for friendly competition on the court all to benefit DuPage PADS.
The Pickleball Classic is seeking to raise funds for the much-needed kitchen renovation at the Interim Housing Center. A portion of the player entry fee is guaranteed as your personal donation to DuPage PADS!
-> Round robin scramble, guaranteed 7 games per player
-> Medals for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place for each tier
-> Beginner clinic available, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. prior to all playoff games!
-> We have paddles to both rent (via Sure Shot) and lend!
Please follow this link or contact Bobby Taruc, 773-372-7564, with any questions.
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Not Sure What to Do with Your Old Eclipse Glasses? Donate Them!
Eclipse Glasses USA works with other organizations to donate used but undamaged eclipse glasses to other countries with upcoming eclipse events. For more information on what kinds of glasses they accept, where to ship them, and other information, visit their website: https://eclipse23.com/pages/donate-eclipse-glasses
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Need a Meeting Space?
Union Church is bustling and we LOVE IT! With that being said, rooms are not as readily available as they once were. If a committee, ministry, or group needs to use one of our rooms please contact Adriana Kieffer to book a space for a specific date and time.
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Need Something Announced in the Midweek Email or Online?
Send any requests to disseminate information to the Union Church congregation to communications@uchinsdale.org. This allows the email to be distributed to everyone involved in getting the word out. Please put "Email Blast" in the subject line. Thanks!
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