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Q. Why is Pentecost on June 12 in 2005, instead of on June 19? The latter date appears to be seven weeks from the Days of Unleavened Bread, and the earlier date seems to be a week too early.
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The following article gives more details for those who would like an in-depth answer to this question.
Bible Questions and Answers
History shows that December 25 was popularized as the date for Christmas, not because Christ was born on that day, but because it was already popular in pagan religious celebrations as the birthday of the sun. But could December 25 be the...
Fundamental Beliefs of the United Church of God
We believe in the commanded observance of the seven annual festivals that were given to ancient Israel by God; were kept by Jesus Christ, the apostles and the New Testament Church; and will be observed by all mankind during Christ's...
Bible Questions and Answers
The instruction for counting Pentecost is found in Leviticus 23:15-16. It tells us to count 50 days from the day of the wave-sheaf offering—resulting in the Day of Pentecost falling on a Sunday each time.
United News
Gary Antion
2011-07-13
The 12th Cincinnati Continuing Education Classes ended on June 9, 2011.
Since ABC began, we offered the one-week classes as a sample (we used to call them “samplers”) of ABC. Actual portions of ABC presentations were brought by ABC instructors and administration. This year saw a greater variety...
Bible Commentary
Early spring, late spring, and fall Festivals, Holy Day offerings
Bible Questions and Answers
Are there clear descriptions of the timing of Christ's birth?
Bible Questions and Answers
We can look to the Jews, who have tracked and kept the seventh-day Sabbath for millennia, and be confident that our current Saturday is the seventh day of the week, on the same weekly cycle that has been in place since the beginning of...
United News
Victor Kubik
Letter from the President
2017-03-02
UCG president Victor Kubik shares the news of the death of Roger Foster and provides update from recent Council of Elders meetings.
Roger Foster, a dear brother in the ministry and friend to many, died on February 27, to await eternal life in the Kingdom of God. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Janice, on November 27, to whom he was married for 56 years...
Bible Questions and Answers
The Bible lists a series of festivals that God gave to Israel. These festivals hold timeless significance for Christians because they show God's plan of salvation for humanity.
Good News
If Jesus Christ came to save mankind, why is the world in such sad shape? The answer is found in a little-understood festival God revealed in the Bible.
United News
2024-02-29
This update includes an overview of recent Council meetings, a camp announcement and print marketing statistics.
From the President . . .
Greetings, brethren,
The Council of Elders concluded their meetings here in Cincinnati earlier today. As you may have seen from the agenda that was distributed last week, the agenda was quite...