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Over the last few years, we have seen God open doors and begin calling people in various places around the world where before we have not had an active work in preaching the gospel.
Southwest Region Pastoral Conference 24 pastors and their wives met near Phoenix, Arizona, March 10–12 for a pastoral conference for the Southwest region. This was the fourth in a series of conferences that are planned for pastors...
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Jim Tuck
In nations around the world many people are crying out because they see the erosion of what has been considered sacred freedoms. In western countries where freedom of speech was written in constitutions long ago, it is now coming into...
In the past, patriotic men and women made great sacrifices to secure freedoms, and some gave their lives for the basic freedoms we enjoy in the free world. What bearing does this have on modern-day Christians? Should we be patriotic?...
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We have been called out of this world into a relationship with God, Jesus Christ and each other.
From the Chairman . . . Greetings brethren, As many of you already know, the Council of Elders convened last week for the final quarterly meeting prior to the upcoming Passover and Holy Days. At the conclusion of those...
United News
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...
United News
2024 Feast in France registration opens Wednesday, March 20 at 12 pm EDT.
The 2024 Feast site on the French Riviera in France will open for registration at 12 pm EDT on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. Visit https://www.ucg.org/members/feast/sites/2024/club-mileade-la-gaillarde-france for more details...
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Michael A SnyderJamie Snyder
Reservations are open for the 2024 Pentecost weekend in Brown County, Indiana.
Called the “Little Smokies” because of its resemblance to the Great Smoky Mountains, Brown County State Park and the Abe Martin Lodge in beautiful southern Indiana will host Sabbath and Pentecost services June 15-16. The ...
Feast of Tabernacles
Feast of Tabernacles
The 2024 Feast site in Tallinn, Estonia is open for registration.
The 2024 Feast site in Tallinn, Estonia is now open for registration. The hotel is also ready at this time to make housing reservations. Check https://www.ucg.org/members/feast/sites/2024/tallinn-estonia to read about the site, and...
United News
Jim Tuck
Who wouldn’t want to build their country back better or make it great again? What is really best for the people of the United States of America?
Perspective The slogan for the U.S. Democrat party is “Build Back Better,” and it often quoted by U.S. President Joe Biden. On the other hand, President Donald Trump often uses the slogan, “Make America Great Again.” No one doubts the...
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The upcoming spring Holy Days which help us focus on the “new life” God granted us when He mercifully called us out of the darkness and deadness of this world.
From the President . . . Greetings brethren around the world, Here in Cincinnati we have been enjoying unseasonably warm temperatures the past few days. Robins have returned to the area and outside my office window I...
Feast of Tabernacles
Steve MyersCharles Melear
Feast of Tabernacles
Here is an initial list of sites that are finalized.
Over the next few days, all Feast of Tabernacles sites will begin to be posted on the web at ucg.org/members/feast. In the meantime, here is an initial list of sites that are finalized. Registration directions for the Feast will be...
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We can experience the power of God in us when we stir up His Spirit and center our thoughts and actions to accomplish His work.
From Ministerial and Member Services . . . Give Thought To Your Ways When God says it once, it’s important. But when He speaks it more than once, it has to be significant. We find an example of that in the book of...
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Jim Tuck
What is the prophetic role of this arrogant nation of Iran, which constantly belittles the United States and Israel? Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei declared on national television: “The situation between America and Iran is...
The Ayatollah of Iran openly made this statement about Israel: “Our stance against Israel is the same stance we have always taken. Israel is a malignant cancerous tumor in the West Asian region that has to be removed and eradicated: it is...
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We must have that “mind to work” as we fulfill God’s plan.
From the President . . . Greetings brethren around the world, Lately, Nehemiah has been on my mind as we continue our weekly Bible studies. God led Nehemiah back to Jerusalem to repair the damaged wall and the burned...
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Jim Tuck
The Roaring Twenties, as it was dubbed, from 1920-29, saw the gross national product (GNP) explode by 40 percent. There was drinking in excess, dancing and a raucous party spirit that spread to cities across the country. It all came...
In the 1920s the United States experienced extreme social changes as the country moved away from being an agrarian economy to an industrialized nation. People moved off the farms into factories to work and the cities grew dramatically....
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As the people of God, we have a wall around us!
From Ministerial and Member Services . . . The Spiritual Wall Around Us The challenging times in which we live require us, now more than ever, to fend off worldly influences and trust in God—as He is our refuge...
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The Virtual Pinewood Derby will be held on March 10, 2024 from 1-4 p.m. EST. Register today!
Are you ready to race? The New England congregations are planning an online social event. Continuing the tradition from last year, there will be a Virtual Pinewood Derby on Sunday, Mar. 10 from 1-4 p.m. EST. We have held the Pinewood...
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In the months leading up to Passover, it is a time of deep introspection.
From the President . . . Greetings brethren, Last night we started a new series of online Bible studies from the home office. After completing a chapter-by-chapter series on the book of Isaiah, we began a new series...
Good Works
Rebecca Ferro
Good Works
United Youth Corps volunteer, Rebecca Ferro, gives an overview of the United Youth Camp in South Africa.
Subtitles are available in English and Italian. Please click the "settings" icon in the bottom right-hand corner of the video. Choose "Subtitles/CC" and you can choose English or Italian. I sottotitoli sono disponibili in inglese e...
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Jim Tuck
The Great Red Dragon, the Sleeping Giant of the east, is waking up. This great nation with 1.4 billion people is starting to throw its weight around. China has the biggest maritime force on the globe with an inventory of about 355 vessels...
Perspective         Chinese President Xi wants China to be great. What do their ambitions portend for the future? China is methodically expanding its reach throughout the world using its monetary gain....
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This week's update features soon-coming events and online resources.
Seminars Available Six presentations that were given at Winter Family Weekend in Cincinnati are now available online. Here is the YouTube playlist link that features all of the seminars in one location: youtube.com/playlist?list=...