United News March - April 2017

United News: March - April 2017

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In this issue we at important themes in preparation for the Passover and the Days of Unleavened Bread. Also, read about the work of the church in east Africa. Two youth camp reports are on page 2 about Winter Camp and Brazil Youth Camp. In addition, two retiring ministry are honored for their many years of service in the Church. 

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Cincinnati Family Dance Weekend

The Cincinnati East congregation held the annual Cincinnati family weekend on Feb. 10-12.

UYC 2016 Report

Wisconsin—Dec. 25, 2016-Jan. 1, 2017
We are taking part in building the spiritual temple of God. We must not neglect this work.

Building the Temple

5 minutes
God rebuked His people for neglecting the work of rebuilding His temple. Could we be doing the same today?
God intended that our physical life, in so many ways, to reflect what he has in store for us.

God’s Gift of Grace

4 minutes
Two months ago Michelle and I were in Roseville, California, for the birth of our daughter and son-in-law’s first child. God gave Grace on...
Pay attention to what your heart is feeling when you are tempted by sin, take note of the circumstances happening around you, and share these intimate struggles with someone you trust.

How Do You Get a Handle On Recurring Sins You Can’t Seem To Get Under Control?

8 minutes
A starting point for creating a strategy to overcome.

Annual Nashville Bingo Night Continues the Tradition

The annual Nashville congregation bingo night has always stood out from all the enjoyable social events held here.

Garden Grove’s 50th Anniversary Celebration

On Dec. 31, 2016, the Garden Grove, California, congregation hosted a memorable 50th anniversary celebration of the Church of God in Orange County with 160 in attendance.
God is rebuilding those who return from the world. Just like the story of the prodigal son, we should rejoice with those who return to the Truth.

The Small Things

5 minutes
Having grown up in the Church I knew right from wrong. I knew what God expected out of me, but much like the prodigal son, I chose to leave and go out...

Honoring Retiring Ministry

On Jan. 28, the UCG Edmonton congregation celebrated the beautiful journey of Robert and Valerie Berendt, messengers for Christ, as they retired from the pastoral ministry.

Brazil Youth Camp report

Brazil—Dec. 26-30, 2016

Spiritual Stability in the Church in East Africa

Merrie and I have recently returned from our 35th visit to East Africa over 14 years, where I oversee UCG’s operations in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Mauritius, Rwanda and Burundi.
We must unplug from the world around us to stay in tune with God.

Stay in Tune With Your Creator

7 minutes
Five ways to help your children become less reliant on technology, and more reliant on God.
Do you find joy in your setbacks?

The Joy of Setbacks

4 minutes
“Forward!” That’s what we call this column. Its purpose is to keep us moving onward in our life’s journey as well as in doing the mission of the...