Today Is The Second Sunday Of Easter

Today, we will have a guest preacher, Rev. Freeman Palmer, preaching peace inspired by John 20:19-31. Click here for more information about Rev. Palmer.

Sunday School and childcare will be available.

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PLEASE NOTE:

Rev. Katrina will be out of the office until Monday, April 13^th. Rev. Leah will be out of the office through Sunday, April 19th. Please call Rev. Katrina for pastoral care concerns.

Vicki Paulson is inviting people who have lost a beloved pet to a gathering at the church on Thursday, April 23rd 7pm in the Guild Room to learn about what was meaningful and helpful for them going through their beloved pet(s)’ death to inform her knowledge and understanding of how to support others.  

Vicki will be leading a focus group to share their personal experience with the death of a pet:

• What the experience was like for them
• How they felt about it
• How other people responded to them when they shared that their pet died (family, friends, colleagues, neighbors)
• What was helpful
• What wasn’t helpful
• What would have been helpful

In the interest of everyone having an opportunity to share, the group will be limited to 10 people. If there is a need for a second group, one can be planned in the future. If you are interested, please email Vicki at vickipaulson@aol.com.

Vicki is enrolled in a training program sponsored by Compassion Consortium to become an animal chaplain. An animal chaplain provides pastoral care for people who have pets and/or people who work with animals. At the conclusion of the program in June 2026, she plans to begin providing emotional and spiritual support to people going through health issues, loss, end-of-life, or other transitions with their beloved pet. In the future, she will facilitate a grief group. Participants are welcome to bring a photo or a memento of their pet.

THIS WEEK:

MONDAY, APRIL 13

7pm Interfaith Yom HaShoah Remembrance At Bnai Keshet in Montclair

As a part of the service, Pamela Romanchuk will speak. She is the granddaughter of four Holocaust survivors. She will share her family’s stories of survival, legacy, and the enduring strength of the Jewish people.

TUESDAY, APRIL 14

12:30pm Rev. Katrina Leads Daytime Bible Study (Guild Room)

For four Tuesdays, beginning on April 14th, Rev. Katrina will be leading a daytime Bible study group around the book of Revelation.

7pm-8:30pm "Holy Hangout," A Family-Friendly Evening Bible Study

All are welcome. Email Seo Hee Koh, or Sarah or BJ Carter (bjcarter@unioncong.org) for the location and details.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15

10:30am Gentle Yoga

Email Sara T. or call the church to confirm the location – Zoom or in person.

Noon Union Sages (Guild Room)

7pm Handbell Rehearsal (Sanctuary)

SATURDAY, APRIL 18

9am Women’s Breakfast (Assembly Room)

Get ready for a morning of fast-paced fun! At our next breakfast, we’ll be rolling the dice for a few rounds of “Bunco.” This game is easy to learn and relies entirely on luck. The winners of each round move to another table. It’s a fantastic way to say hi to everyone. Come join us for a wonderful breakfast with friends. Guests are always welcome. Please RSVP to Karen Ermler at karen.ermler@gmail.com.

5pm After Hours Event At Union (Assembly Room)

All ages are invited to join us for a chance to unplug from our screens and connect with a shared meal, worship, and games. RSVP at www.unioncong.org/spring or by clicking on the church web calendar listing. Please RSVP by Friday, April 17th.

NEXT SUNDAY, APRIL 19

10am Gospel Sunday Worship Service (Sanctuary)

Join us for this joint service with Grace Presbyterian Church. The choir will be directed by Chaequan Anderson and will feature a band. A freewill offering will be taken to support IMANI.

After Sunday, April 19th worship: Youth Group gathers in the Sunday School Room following worship

1pm Union Film Group Screens “Murder On The Orient Express” (Guild Room)

FRIDAY, APRIL 24

6pm: The Let’s Watch Film Series Presents “The Visitor” (Assembly Room)

The Visitor is a quiet, deeply moving drama that explores themes of loneliness, immigration, and the unexpected connections that can bridge cultural divides. Pizza will be provided. The trailer for the movie is on the RSVP form and in the church's web calendar listing. You can RSVP at bit.ly/letswatchthevisitor.

Sunday, April 26: Earth Sunday and Second Hour With Northeast Earth Coalition following worship