United News: November-December 2018

United News: November - December 2018

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In this issue there is a special Feast of Tabernacles section. Read about most of the Feast sites that United had this year and see s centerfold spread of pictures from around the world. Read about how you can save money on taxes if you are over 70! There are some great Good News articles in this issue too! Read about, "Preaching the Gospel in a Difficult Clime," "The Importance of Our Words," "Beware of the Doldrums" and "The Ten Commandments Series: The Third Commandment." Read about Victor Kubik's trip to India and Sri Lanka and read about camps in Nigeria and Zambia. 

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Updates from Ministerial and Member Services

The Council of Elders approved the appointment of Mark Welch as the Operation Manager for Ministerial and Member Services and more.
Before you speak to your family, friends or fellow church members, do you think about the words you will be saying? Sometimes we do need to think before we speak.

The Importance of Our Words

5 minutes
Never underestimate the importance of your words. God wants our words to build up, to edify, to encourage, not tear down or discourage.

Nashville, Mufreesboro Annual Picnic

The Nashville and Murfreesboro, Tennessee, congregations held their second annual combined church picnic on June 24.

Inside United Podcast

Inside United aired its first episode on Dec. 3, 2013, and now five years have gone by with 92 episodes completed by the time of publication. The main host behind the topics and production is president of the United Church...

Tax Savings for Those Over Age 70

With the new tax law for 2018, which is officially called the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, there is a significant tax planning and savings opportunity for seniors over age 70 ½ that we want to make you...

ABC Student Council

Ambassador Bible College has appointed officers for the Class of 2019.
Are you doing your part in preaching the gospel of the Kingdom of God?

Preaching the Gospel in a Difficult Clime

5 minutes
It is through us, His firstfruits, that He is preparing the future leaders and teachers of His Kingdom. He is building a world for tomorrow through...
Have you ever experienced spiritual doldrums? How do you work through these phases in your life?

Beware of the Doldrums!

6 minutes
Strive to live God’s way of life, and in doing so sail steadfastly towards God’s Kingdom, right on past those dreaded spiritual doldrums!

Victor Kubik Visits Sri Lanka and India

Beverly and I visited Sri Lanka and India from Oct. 2-17 with Senior Pastor David Schreiber and his wife Jolinda.

Feast in Angola

More than 2,500 brethren were able to gather in the province of Kuanza Sul in Angola for God’s Feast of Tabernacles.

Tea Time in Fortuna!

The Eureka, California, congregation of the United Church of God enjoyed the first annual Women’s Tea, Sunday, July 22.
God's name has authority and power that should be rightly used.

The Ten Commandments Series: The Third Commandment

9 minutes
You are called to carry His name and reflect His character with every thought, word and action. Never misuse or misrepresent His name. Instead, carry...

Senior Brethren Honored at Annual Dinner

On Sept. 8, 2018, the Columbia, Maryland, and Northern Virginia congregations honored 20 senior brethren at their ninth annual senior dinner.

Health-Focused Unleavened Cookbook

Calling all bakers and cooks of all ages. This is a reminder about the unleavened bread cookbook we are putting together with the emphasis on “healthy eating.”

New Beyond Today TV Studio Set Installed

On Oct. 8 and 9, the new on-camera Beyond Today television set was installed in the Church’s video recording studio.