Month: October 2019

UNICEF Sunday is October 20th

The children will be Trick or Treating for UNICEF during coffee hour. Please bring your change and help fill their UNICEF boxes! Bake Sale: help us raise money for children around the world by donating baked goods to the bake sale. A table will be set up at the back of the church, your baked … Continue reading UNICEF Sunday is October 20th

Energy of Generosity

Howard Zinn wrote that “to be hopeful in bad times is not just foolishly romantic. It is based on the fact that human history is a history not only of cruelty, but also of compassion, sacrifice, courage, kindness.” _Zinn, The Optimism of Uncertainty, (2004). What gives us the energy to act now to send our lives and this … Continue reading Energy of Generosity

Good Shepherd Committee

If you can use any of the following durable medical equipment, please contact Shirley Reynolds at 635-0701 to arrange a loan: crutches, walkers, canes, IV stand, folding wheelchair, bedside commode, portable male urinal bottle with a lid. And if you have any medical equipment sitting around unused, let Shirley know if you would be willing … Continue reading Good Shepherd Committee

Why is Multigenerational Important

For over a year, we’ve had multigenerational services at least once a month.  This is one of the Family Ministry concepts Rev. Marlene and I decided needed to be established at OBUUC.  We design these services with as much movement, music, and participation as possible, so the children and youth aren’t too bored.  I realize … Continue reading Why is Multigenerational Important