August 14 & 15, Rummage Sale
St. Paul's UCC, Gerald, MO will host a Rummage Sale beginning at 8am-6pm August 14th, and 8am-Noon August 15th.
August 14, Annual Church Picnic, 5pm
Bethany UCC, 30 Bethany Church Road, Berger, MO, will hold it's Annual Church Picnic, beginning at 5:00 p.m. Sandwiches, beverages, homemade ice cream and pie. Bazaar, cake walk, games for children, and music. Everyone welcome! On Route Z about 2 miles off Hwy. 100, between Hermann and New Haven.
August 15, Fish Fry, 11am-4pm
Christ the King UCC at 11370 Old Halls Ferry Rd., Florrisant, MO, is hosting a Fish Fry. Price for a fish dinner is $10 and a sandwich for $7.50 with choice of catfish, buffalo, or whiting (jack salmon). Dinners are served with spaghetti, pickles, onions and choice of potato salad or slaw and a dessert. For more information call 314-741-6808.
August 19, An Evening with Una Knowling, 7pm
Are you interested in learning more about the transgender community and how to be an ally to transgender individuals? If so, you are invited to attend an evening with Una Nowling, at Country Club Congregational UCC, 205 W 65th St., Kansas City, MO 64113.
Una will share her own story and also speak about issues affecting the transgender community. Una is a transgender activist, researcher and historian who mentors Kansas City transgender folks, especially throughout the coming out process. She is the hostess of "Trans Talk" on KKFI FM. She also spends her time working on "Transas City", a non-profit educational website and blog for the transgender community in Kansas City. This is an important educational opportunity for churches who wish to evolve in their understanding and celebration of the LGBTQ community. Even in Open and Affirming churches, transgender people are often the group among LGBTQ people least welcomed and understood. Despite the headlines re: Caitlyn Jenner, transgender folks most often have to keep their true identities a secret and face discrimination and even violence at a greater rate than L, G or B people.
August 23, Final Worship at Emmaus, 3pm
Emmaus Homes announced plans for the final worship service to be held on Sunday, August 23 at 3 pm in the chapel located on the former St. Charles campus, 2200 W. Randolph St., St. Charles Mo. The ceremony will also include a parade, led by Emmaus clients, to Good Shepherd United Church of Christ located at 3115 Elm St., St. Charles Mo. with a reception to follow immediately. Built in 1952 the Chapel has long served Emmaus clients, staff, volunteers and family members with weekly worship services and bible study. Emmaus has partnered with Good Shepherd to provide community worship services and bible study for Emmaus clients and is open to the broader community. Emmaus-led services at Good Shepherd are slated to begin at 11 a.m. on Sunday, August 30. 'This is a full circle moment for our congregation,' said Reverend Mauri Peaco, 'Good Shepherd began our worship services at the Emmaus chapel more than 50 years ago. We embrace the Emmaus clients with an extravagant welcome.'
 August 25, Environmental Education Seminar, 7-9pm Many people, from elected officials to the Pope, are speaking out on the scientific and moral imperative to care for our planet and to address climate change. Now is the time to redouble efforts to focus on reducing energy use in all aspects of our lives. With this in mind, the event Make a Bigger Difference: Environmental Action for Your Life, Your Community and Your House of Worship on Tuesday, August 25, 2015 will provide specific tools to take action and make a difference to the environment. The event takes place at The Ethical Society of St. Louis, 9001 Clayton Road, from 7 to 9 PM. Light refreshments served. The event is free, but registration is required at http://bit.ly/082515. For more information, contact Gail Wechsler at 314-442-3894 or gwechsler@jcrcstl.org. Event flyer. Press release.
August 29, Rummage Sale, 7am-2pm
St. Philips UCC, 10708 Lavinia, St. Louis, MO 63128 will be holding a rummage sale. Find treasures reasonably priced. For more information or directions, call the church office at 314-843-5100
September 5-7, Fulk's Shannondale Anniversary Celebration
Thanking everyone for all the donations for Funtime Playground at Shannondale in honor of Jeff and Laurie Fulk. The playground equipment has been purchased and will be delivered and set up on Monday, August 3rd. We are using some "free loan" money until everyone has time to turn in donations and fundraiser money.
Dedication will be held September 6th during the Sunday morning worship service. Everyone is invited. A free picnic lunch of sloppy joes, chips, cookies, etc. will be available. It would be a big help if those planning to be with us for lunch would let us know in advance so we can know how much food to prepare. Lunch reservations (by church or individuals) can be made by email cjkramme@att.net or phone (314-603-9024). Only estimated numbers are needed (not names of individuals). A reminder that all overnights that weekend are free but should be made in advance. Thanks to everyone for your wonderful response in providing Funtime Playground to honor Jeff and Laurie. The Eastern Association of the Missouri Mid-South Conference of the United Church of Christ invites all Confirmation students and their adult leaders to a Confirmation Retreat at the Urban Mission Experience (UME) on September 11 and 12.
UME is a partnership of mission agencies and urban churches founded by a group of experienced mission trip leaders in the United Church of Christ. We are excited to offer the opportunity for youth and leaders to see urban mission work in action.
September 14-16, Persons in Ministry Retreat (PIM)
Theme - "Church: Who Needs It - REALLY?" This retreat is for all who seek to renew, reconnect, and reclaim faith. Research indicates that the Church is not dying-only transitioning along with the culture we serve. Are we in midst of another "great awakening?" (Diana Butler Bass) or are we experiencing another "re-formation?" Rooted in scripture, prayer and community, we will explore together in creative and faithful ways what it means to "Be the Church" in our time. Visit our Conference website for information on our new venue, brochure and registration details. Deadline to make hotel reservations is AUGUST 31 - HURRY!
September 15 thru November 10, Financial Peace Seminars, 6:30-8PM
Register now for the Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University (FPU), offered at St. John's United Church of Christ, 15370 Olive Blvd, Chesterfield, MO 63017. Seminars begin starting September 15, 2015 and ending November 10, 2015. Classes will meet each Tuesday 6:30-8:00 PM. Childcare will be provided.
9 week class: Through video teaching, class discussions and small group interactions individuals and couples will learn practical Biblical based money management strategies to get out of debt, make wise financial decisions and save for the future. The purchase of a financial planning kit is recommended to fully benefit from the program.
Contact the church office for more information 636-532-0540 or register on-line at: tinyurl.com/stjohnsfpu
September 19, Trivia Night, 6pm
Mt. Tabor UCC. 6520 Arsenal St. St. Louis, MO, will be hosting a Trivia Night. Doors open at 6 pm, Trivia starts at 7 pm. $20 per person or $150 for a table of 8. Door prizes, raffles, 50/50 drawings, and silent auction. Beer, soda, pretzels, and popcorn provided. Feel free to bring additional snacks or drinks for your table. For more information, call 314-645-9025.
September 19 & 20, New Beginnings
NEW BEGINNINGS COME AND SEE days are set for September 19-20. Dates and locations are:
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Saturday, September 19 from 9 -11 a.m. at Agape House, 312 19 Street Terrace, Blue Springs, MO
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Saturday, September 19 from 1:30-3:30 pm at Columbia UCC
- Sunday, September 20 from 2 - 4 pm at Grace UCC, O'Fallon, MO
These events will be a presentation about the New Beginning assessment process. This event is free, so bring a team from your church. New Beginnings might be for you if your congregation can answer "yes" to three or more of the following -
*Less than 70 in worship, or more than 70 in worship but significant decline for a decade *Wrestling with future vision for the church *Significant building issues *Aging membership *Changing neighborhood *Trouble paying bills and/or paying off a loan * Currently in interim time of transition.
Is it time for a New Beginning? Come and See! Brochure.
September 20, Historian/Archivist Discussion, 2-4pm
Please join Scott Holl, archivist at Eden Theological Seminary and manager of the St. Louis County Library History & Genealogy Department, at Christ Church, UCC, 2200 Bellevue Ave., Maplewood, MO 63143.
Topic: "The Legacy of the German Evangelical Synod of North America in St. Louis"
Most St. Louis-area UCC congregations can trace their roots directly to The German Evangelical Synod of North America (1840-1934) or through its successor, the Evangelical and Reformed Church. This presentation will focus on the history and ethos of the Evangelical Synod and its lasting influence in the United Church of Christ. Brief attention will be given to other 19th-century German Protestant traditions active in St. Louis and their relationship to the Evangelical Synod.
September 24-26, Widening the Welcome Conference
Click here for further information.
September 26, St. Louis Association Fall Business Meeting
The St. Louis Association Fall Business Meeting, Saturday, September 26 at Church of the Master, United Church of Christ, 1325 Paddock Drive, Florissant, Missouri 63033--2238. More information will be available soon.
September 26, Evangelical & Reformed Historical Society Annual Meeting
The 2015 meeting will be held at the Lancaster Theological Society, Lancaster, PA.
Our keynote speaker will be Margaret (Peggy) Bendroth, Executive Director of the Congregational Library & Archives in Boston, http://www.congregationallibrary.org/. Author or editor of several books, her most recent book, The Spiritual Practice of Remembering,
summons readers to remember and honor the past. Advance registration is not necessary for attendance at this meeting.
Note: ERHS has ordered several copies of the book directly from the publisher (Eerdmans) and is able to offer a special price of $10 plus $2 shipping for members; $16 plus $2 shipping for non-members.
Contact Joy Dressel at 636-256-1736 for more information.
September 27, Eastern Association Fall Meeting
Save the date: Eastern Association Fall Meeting, Sunday September 27, 2015 2:00 PM at Zion/St. Paul at Bay. Watch for more information coming in August.
October 1, MMSUCC Boundary Training, 9am-4pm
To be held at St. Peter's UCC, 20 E. Fifth St, Washington, MO 63090. Facilitators: Mrs. Francie Turnure and Rev. Mauri Peaco. Visit our Conference website for a registration form.
October 3, Trivia Night, 6pm
First Congregational Church of Webster Groves, United Church of Christ, 10 West Lockwood Avenue, Saint Louis, Missouri 63119. Doors open at 6pm. Cost is $20.00 per person. For more information and to make reservations call Joint Neighborhood Ministry at 314-771-1756.
October 5-9, Mission Trip, St. Bernard Project, New Orleans, LA
A group of folks from Parkway UCC will be heading to New Orleans to work with the St. Bernard Project (www.stbernardproject.org) the week of Mon, Oct 5 thru Fri, Oct 9, 2015 and we hope you will join us! All skill levels are welcome and needed. Come learn or teach, or probably both. Come be God's hands in this world. For more information, please contact Tom McKenzie at:
October 20-22, Christian Education Opportunities
Christian Education/Spiritual Formation Opportunity! Plan ahead now for a great Conference
hosted by the Great Lakes Association of United Church Educators (GLAUCE) partnering with the Great Lakes Association of Presbyterian Educators (GLAPCE). Festival Gathering of Christian Educators 2015 in the Great Lakes Region WRITE IT ON YOUR HEARTS and take it on the road!
As we write the great commandment on our hearts, we are inspired to take in on the road, integrating our faith into our lives, our homes, our work and our greater community. Keynoters include: Ivy Beckwith (Creating Community), David Loleng (The Missional Church), Rev. Dr. Thom Bower (Experiential Learning), and Deborah Payden (Worship) October 20-22, 2015 at Potawatomi Inn in Angola, IN.
October 21, Fall Market & Luncheon, 11am
Parkway UCC, 2841 N Ballas Rd. will be holding this event. Market opens at 11am, lunch served at Noon. We'll have a variety of vendors, so get a head start on your Christmas shopping! We will also have a raffle with special items you won't want to miss! Tickets are $10 and includes lunch and dessert. Gluten-free and sugar-free options will be available. Please call Ashley at 314-427-3755 with any questions, or to donate a raffle item.
 November 14, Conference Annual Planning Event
Save the date--November 14, Columbia UCC - Conference Annual Planning Event Please mark your calendars for this important planning event. All pastors, church leaders, Association members are invited and NEEDED to help us move forward with the implementation of the Vision Team's recommendations for our conference. We will be determining our priorities for the upcoming year and determining how we can go about achieving the work we are being called to do in our communities. Your input is vital. We hope you attend--YOU ARE THE CONFERENCE.
2016
February 20-March 3, 2016, St. Lucas Trip to Israel & Jordan
Visiting the land of the Bible is an important pilgrimage to make. It's a complicated land where great and tragic events have occurred - some of which are described in the Bible itself, others have occurred across the ages, and more recently in the on-going struggle between Israelis and Palestinians over the same small patch of land. This trip is designed to offer a first-hand look at this multi-layered story, visiting sites where the historical events of the Bible and beyond occurred. We will visit both Jewish and Palestinian villages and cities. The land is rich with story and the connections are made that intersect our lives and our faith. If interested, contact St. Lucas UCC office for a fact sheet giving a detailed description of the trip including cost. Call: 314-843-2100
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