Union Church of Hinsdale

Gather + Grow Youth Group
2023-02-01 16:00 - 18:30, 2023-02-08 16:00 - 18:30, 2023-02-15 16:00 - 18:30, 2023-02-22 16:00 - 18:30, 2023-03-01 16:00 - 18:30, 2023-03-08 16:00 - 18:30, 2023-03-15 16:00 - 18:30, 2023-03-22 16:00 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Union Church of Hinsdale, 137 S Garfield Ave., Hinsdale, IL, 60521, United States
For questions and registration, please contact Penny (pjohnson@uchinsdale.org) or Grant (gglowiak@uchinsdale.org).
Grades 2/3/4/5 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. with snack
Grades 6/7/8: 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. with dinner (or anytime within that time frame)

Our Epiphany Series: What's Your Why?
2023-02-12 09:00 - 23:59 | Union Church of Hinsdale, 137 S Garfield Ave., Hinsdale, IL, 60521, United States
During Epiphany, a season between Christmas and Lent and one of new beginnings and reflection, we will hear from clergy, staff and members about what drives them, motivates them and calls them to be faithful followers of Christ. Our liturgical calendar focuses on call stories during this period. We will all have an opportunity to be introspective about our own call story. Be sure to join us, in person or online, as we learn more about our God, faith and our neighbors!

Being Catholic at Union Church
2023-02-12 11:15 - 12:30 | Union Church of Hinsdale, 137 S Garfield Ave., Hinsdale, IL, 60521, United States
Feb 12 11:15-12:30 in Rowell Hall
What do we believe?
Many of our members at UCH were raised Catholic, and some still consider themselves Catholic (at least in some ways). What does that mean as a person of faith who worships here at Union? Reverend Mike will lead these sessions on that very topic. These sessions are intended for those who consider themselves Catholic in some way, those who are curious about getting more involved at UCH even though they have a Catholic background, or just anyone curious and wanting to learn more!

Syria/Turkey Earthquake Relief
2023-02-15 | Union Church of Hinsdale, 137 S Garfield Ave., Hinsdale, IL, 60521, United States
Disaster assistance can’t undo the tragedy, but it can – we can – in some small way help share the terrible burden.
Through its established disaster relief channels, the United Church of Christ will be sending aid. There are many good ways to give, and we assure you this is one of them. As Union Church, we are collecting an offering directly, and then we will send 100% of those gifts to those in need through the UCC.
Click here to give now. Be sure to select “Earthquake Relief” in the drop-down menu.
Although millions of lives will never be the same, it is good to express our unity with fellow children of God in a dire situation. Our gifts show that we truly understand that we belong to each other.
Again, click here to give now, and be sure to select “Earthquake Relief” in the drop-down menu.

12:07 Third Thursday Worship Service
2023-02-16 12:07 - 13:30 | Union Church of Hinsdale, 137 S Garfield Ave., Hinsdale, IL, 60521, United States
Feb 16 12:07 in the Sanctuary (and March 16)
A new worship service with the matriarchs and patriarchs of our Union Church family in mind. On the Third Thursday of every month, please join us in our Sanctuary for our favorite hymns, Bible verses and prayers. While this is a service designed for seniors, everyone is welcome! If you need assistance upon arrival or a ride, please contact the church office at (630) 323-4303.

Journey to Angola
2023-02-19 14:00 - 15:30 | IL
Informational Meeting on Feb 19, 2:00 p.m., Zoom Trip dates: Aug 8- 22
This August, a group from UCH will journey to Angola to visit our sister church in Huambo, including Rev. Moma!. You can find the link in the weekly email!
We last visited in January of 2020, just before the pandemic began, & it was an amazing trip for all. We felt truly blessed to get to know our siblings in Christ, and find out what it means to live as a Christian in a very different context.
This is a relationship building trip, and there will be ample time to get to know our hosts, & learn about all aspects of life in Angola – including staying in the homes of our church partners. For a brief introduction to what the trip will entail, see the link in the weekly email for an information sheet.

40 Days of Wonder
2023-02-26 09:07 - 10:00, 2023-03-05 09:07 - 10:00, 2023-03-12 09:07 - 10:00, 2023-03-19 09:07 - 10:00, 2023-04-02 09:07 - 10:00 | Union Church of Hinsdale, 137 S Garfield Ave., Hinsdale, IL, 60521, United States

Spring Children’s Chimes
2023-02-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Union Church of Hinsdale, 137 S Garfield Ave., Hinsdale, IL, 60521, United States
*Beginners welcome! Be a part of our spring and Easter children’s bell choir / chimes!
We will have rehearsals 2/15 and 2/22 and 3/22, 4:00 – 4:45, contact Penny Johnson (pjohnson@uchinsdale.org) or Elizabeth Jung (ejungster88@gmail.com) to learn more or sign up. Ages 4+

Being Catholic at Union Church
2023-02-26 11:15 - 12:30 | Union Church of Hinsdale, 137 S Garfield Ave., Hinsdale, IL, 60521, United States
Feb 26 11:15-12:30 in Rowell Hall
What do we believe?
Many of our members at UCH were raised Catholic, and some still consider themselves Catholic (at least in some ways). What does that mean as a person of faith who worships here at Union? Reverend Mike will lead these sessions on that very topic. These sessions are intended for those who consider themselves Catholic in some way, those who are curious about getting more involved at UCH even though they have a Catholic background, or just anyone curious and wanting to learn more!

Lenten Bible Study/Sermon Talk Back
2023-02-27 11:30 - 12:30, 2023-03-06 11:30 - 12:30, 2023-03-13 11:30 - 12:30, 2023-03-20 11:30 - 12:30, 2023-03-27 11:30 - 12:30 | Union Church of Hinsdale, 137 S Garfield Ave., Hinsdale, IL, 60521, United States
Every Monday during Lent we will meet on ZOOM to discuss our thoughts on the 10:00 a.m. Sermon Series “Seven Last Words” … centering ourselves on these, the last sentiments of Jesus Christ in his final moments.
Everyone welcome! RSVP by emailing union@uchinsdale.org.

March Madness for Charity
2023-03-01 | IL
Do you have what it takes to be the UCH March Madness Champion?
Here’s how it works:
1. If you don’t have an ESPN profile, make one first. It’s free.
2. Then go to https://fantasy.espn.com/tournament-challenge-bracket/2023/en/
3. Click on ‘join group’ – our group name is ‘Union Church 2023’ and our password is ‘UCH137’
4. Fill out your bracket after Selection Sunday (March 12th) but before the first game on Thursday, March 16th.
5. Give me, grant, $20 in cash or Venmo me – @Grant-Glowiak
If you don’t want to do it electronically, get me a paper bracket filled out by Wednesday March 15th so I can enter it digitally and I’ll track it for you.
The winner gets to direct all the money in the pot to any outreach activity related to Union Church. This can be a mission partner such as The Night Ministry or The Boulevard, it can provide scholarship money for work tours or UCECP, it can go to the UCECI project, or to the wide array of things we have going on in Angola just as a few examples.

Requiem For the Living
2023-03-12 15:00 - 16:00 | Union Church of Hinsdale, 137 S Garfield Ave., Hinsdale, IL, 60521, United States
Redeemer Lutheran Church and The Union Church of Hinsdale are excited to present Dan Forrest’s Requiem for the Living on March 12 at 3:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of The Union Church of Hinsdale. “Requiem for the Living” contains five movements, each containing gripping texts and melodies. Traditionally, a requiem is a prayer for rest for the deceased. However, in Dan Forrest’s innovative work, this prayer becomes a plea for rest for those who are struggling through pain in this life and then guides the listener to hope of peace and rest. From movement to movement, one can feel the sincerity presented in this beautiful composition. The final movement, “Lux Aeterna,” is a satisfying end to “Requiem for the Living.” The lyrics offer a reminder of Christ’s words to the suffering: “Come unto me all ye who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” The ending offers peace and hope for the future.
Click here for the flyer for the event.

Third Thursday Worship Service
2023-03-16 12:07 - 13:07 | Union Church of Hinsdale, 137 S Garfield Ave., Hinsdale, IL, 60521, United States
A new worship service with the matriarchs and patriarchs of our Union Church family in mind. On the Third Thursday of every month, please join us in our Sanctuary for our favorite hymns, Bible verses and prayers. While this is a service designed for seniors, everyone is welcome! If you need assistance upon arrival or a ride, please contact the church office at (630) 323-4303.

Celebrating Julie’s House in Angola
2023-03-21 | Union Church of Hinsdale, 137 S Garfield Ave., Hinsdale, IL, 60521, United States
Through our Easter Offering last year, we were able to provide over $10,000 to build a new home for Ms. Julia, where she will be able to raise her family and be safe and healthy. With just a little landscaping work yet to do, Julia and her children are now in their home and are doing well! This is truly a situation of a life transformed by generosity, and it was a great way to celebrate Easter! Deep thanks to all who contributed!

Special Easter Offering: The Night Ministry
2023-03-23 | Union Church of Hinsdale, 137 S Garfield Ave., Hinsdale, IL, 60521, United States
For our Easter Offering this year, we encourage you to make a special contribution to  The Night Ministry, one of our Ministry for Change agency partners.  Please note that the first $2,500 donated will be met with a dollar for dollar match!
The Night Ministry makes a difference in the lives of thousands of young people and adults in Chicago every year by providing: housing for unhoused youth and young adults, including pregnant and parenting young mothers and their children; free basic health care to individuals unable to access it elsewhere; and compassionate, nonjudgmental relationships that bring hope and change lives. Click here to learn more: https://thenightministry.org/
For the Easter Offering, you may donate to The Night Ministry or make a special contribution to the church – or do both! If you would like The Night Ministry to receive your Easter offering please  (1) if donating online, please enter your pledge amount and select “Easter Offering –  The Night Ministry” in the “Fund” drop down “OR (2) donate cash in a special goldenrod envelope OR (3) send in or drop off a check, with a note in the memo line stating “The Night Ministry Easter Offering”.
