Sermon title: Jesus and “the Kingdom”
We welcome all of our visitors today and invite you to the fellowship hall for beverages and cookies after the worship service. Please follow the congregation to the left out of the sanctuary.

TODAY

THE FLOWERS ON THE COMMUNION TABLE TODAY are given by Barb and Rich Mohney in appreciation for the generosity of the members and friends at UCC.

THIS WEEK

CREATING YOUR LEGACY SERIES – On May 1, members of UCC will have an opportunity to hear “The Good Death”, with Christy Dew, Clinical Chaplain, and works with Encompass Health and Hospice. Rev. Dew brings a holistic approach to our journey through life encompassing the physical, emotional, psychological, relational and spiritual needs. She brings a companioning model approach for end of life care for patients and families to address anticipatory grief.

May 8, “This is Your Life”, with Rev. Dr. Robin McGonigle and Rev. Paul Ellis Jackson

All seminars will begin at 4:00pm, in UCC fellowship hall.

STEPHEN MINISTERS meets Thursday, May 3, at 2:00 p.m., in the office
conference room.

YOGA meets every Tuesday at 4:00 and Friday, at 10:00, in fellowship hall. The cost for the Tuesday class is $5 because it is instructor led.

NEXT WEEK

PLEASE JOIN the Lieurance Woodwind Quintet from Wichita State University for a special performance at University Congregational Church on Sunday, May 6, at 3:00pm, in the sanctuary.

NEEDLE WORKERS meet Tuesday, May 8, at 10:00 am, in fellowship hall.

WHO CAN CONTRIBUTE MOST TO CHURCH GROWTH? The effect of the degree of involvement from church members can have a dramatic impact on church growth. In fact, when 90 percent of church members become committed and involved in a church growth plan, the effect can be profound.

So, we are hoping that a significant number of our members will take a more involved role in church growth. In the following weeks and months, we will provide suggestions and plans that you can embrace without getting out of your “comfort zone” to help create growth for UCC.

Church Growth Committee members are: Linda Burnside, Gary and Karen Nye, Jonnie Rhea, Mark Stoskopf, Connie Buckley, Mike and Anne McCoy, Pat Snyder, and Robin McGonigle. Any of these committee members can answer any questions you have or discuss how you can help.

COOK’S NIGHT OUT – There is so much to look forward to in the 2018 summer season of Music Theater of Wichita. The May Cook’s Night Out will feature Wayne Bryan, Producer and Artistic Director of Music Theater. Mr. Bryant will discuss the upcoming musical productions and performers, give us a behind-the-scenes account of the technical and artistic aspects of creating the musicals, and let us know what is new in Music Theater. Plus we will be entertained with some of the musical numbers from the productions. Please join us for Cook’s Night Out on May 17 at 6:00 PM for a delicious meal and an enjoyable evening with Wayne Bryan. Tickets will be on sale Sunday, April 22, through Sunday May 13th, in fellowship hall following the worship service.

Sermon Title: “A God of Mercy or a God of Judgement: Building on the Foundation”

We welcome all of our visitors today and invite you to the fellowship hall for beverages and cookies after the worship service. Please follow the congregation to the left out of the sanctuary.

TODAY

THE FLOWERS ON THE COMMUNION TABLE TODAY are given by
Stephen Taylor in memory of his wife, Jane Vanderlip Taylor, and his father-in-law Herbert D. Vanderlip, in remembrance of their March birthdays.

MEETING TODAY AT 11:30 — the UCC Endowment board will nominate and vote for a new board member following the worship service today, April 22, 2018. Members of the church who wish to vote will remain seated after worship for this short meeting.

THIS WEEK

SEWING FOR HONDURAS BABIES is Tuesday, April 24, from 10:00-2:00, in the Women’s Guild room in the basement. Bring your lunch.

CREATING YOUR LEGACY SERIES – Beginning on April 24th members of UCC will have an opportunity to hear Dan Peare, attorney with Hinkle Law Firm, an expert on estate planning, and be able to get answers to their questions.

This event is not intended to sell anyone legal or financial services, but is intended to educate our congregation on the need to plan for the future.

May 1, “The Good Death”, with Christy Dew
May 8, “This is Your Life”, with Reverend Dr. Robin McGonigle and Reverend Paul Ellis Jackson

All seminars will begin at 4:00pm, in UCC fellowship hall.

LARKSFIELD DISCUSSION GROUP meets on April 25, at 10:00 a.m., in the club room at Larksfield Place. Anyone is welcome to attend.

YOGA meets every Tuesday at 4:00 and Friday, at 10:00, in fellowship hall. The cost for the Tuesday class is $5 because it is instructor led.

NEXT WEEK

NEW MEMBER DAY- is Sunday, April 29, during the worship service. If you would like to become a member of UCC on this date, please contact Heidi in the church office at 316-634-0430.

STEPHEN MINISTERS meets Thursday, May 3, at 2:00 p.m., in the office
conference room.

WHO CAN CONTRIBUTE MOST TO CHURCH GROWTH? The effect of the degree of involvement from church members can have a dramatic impact on church growth. In fact, when 90 percent of church members become committed and involved in a church growth plan, the effect can be profound.

So, we are hoping that a significant number of our members will take a more involved role in church growth. In the following weeks and months, we will provide suggestions and plans that you can embrace without getting out of your “comfort zone” to help create growth for UCC.

Church Growth Committee members are: Linda Burnside, Gary and Karen Nye, Jonnie Rhea, Mark Stoskopf, Connie Buckley, Mike and Anne McCoy, Pat Snyder, and Robin McGonigle. Any of these committee members can answer any questions you have or discuss how you can help.

PLEASE JOIN the Lieurance Woodwind Quintet from Wichita State University for a special performance at University Congregational Church on Sunday, May 6, at 3:00pm, in the sanctuary.

Sermon Title: “A God of Justice or a God of Mercy: The Search for a Foundation”

We welcome all of our visitors today and invite you to the fellowship hall for beverages and cookies after the worship service. Please follow the congregation to the left out of the sanctuary.

TODAY

THE FLOWERS ON THE COMMUNION TABLE TODAY are given by Pat Snyder. “In celebration of University Congregational Church’s 35th anniversary.”

ALL BOARDS MEET immediately following the worship service at 11:45.
THE CE BOARD will meet in the Science and Exploration Room.
THE DEACONS will meet in the area outside the downstairs kitchen.
THE MUSIC BOARD will meet in the room beside the choir room.
THE OUTREACH BOARD will meet in the office meeting room.
THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES will meet in the conference room.

THIS WEEK

SEWING FOR HONDURAS BABIES is Tuesday, April 17, and April 24, from 10:00-2:00, in the Women’s Guild room in the basement. Bring your lunch.

MEN’S LUNCH is Thursday, April 19, at 11:30am, at Scotch & Sirloin. The guest speaker is J. C. Combs.

HEAD-TO-TOE HYGIENE PANTRY – There is no workday this week. The Pantry is open on Saturday, April 21, from 9:00-11:30am, at 2130 E. 21st St. N.

YOGA meets every Tuesday at 4:00 and Friday, at 10:00, in fellowship hall. The cost for the Tuesday class is $5 because it is instructor led.

NEXT WEEK

MEETING NOTIFICATION— the UCC Endowment board will nominate and vote for a new board member following the worship service on Sunday, April 22, 2018. Members of the church that wish to vote will remain seated after worship for this short meeting.

CREATING YOUR LEGACY SERIES – Beginning on April 24th members of UCC will have an opportunity to hear Dan Peare, attorney with Hinkle Law Firm, an expert on estate planning, and be able to get answers to their questions.

This event is not intended to sell anyone legal or financial services, but is intended to educate our congregation on the need to plan for the future. If you have questions please contact Dwayne Green at DwayneEGreen@gmail.com.

May 1, “The Good Death”, with Christy Dew
May 8, “This is Your Life”, with Reverend Dr. Robin McGonigle and Reverend Paul Ellis Jackson

All seminars will begin at 4:00pm, in UCC fellowship hall.

LARKSFIELD DISCUSSION GROUP meets on April 25, at 10:00 a.m., in the club room at Larksfield Place. Anyone is welcome to attend.

UCC PLANNING INVENTORY AND SURVEY – Remember to complete the survey at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ucchurch. It only takes a couple minutes, and the information is invaluable. If you cannot complete the survey online contact the office staff at 316-634-0430, for a printed copy.

Sermon Title: “Kintsugi–Putting it All Together”

We welcome all of our visitors today and invite you to the fellowship hall for beverages and cookies after the worship service. Please follow the congregation to the left out of the sanctuary.

TODAY

THE FLOWERS ON THE COMMUNION TABLE TODAY are given by Cyndi Richter in loving memory of her Mother.

THIS WEEK

NEEDLE WORKERS meet Tuesday, April 10, at 10:00am, in fellowship hall.

YOGA meets every Tuesday at 4:00 and Friday, at 10:00, in fellowship hall. The cost for the Tuesday class is $5 because it is instructor led.

NEXT WEEK

ALL BOARDS MEET on Sunday, April 15, immediately following the
worship service at 11:45am.

MENS’ LUNCH is Thursday, April 19, at 11:30am, at Scotch & Sirloin. The guest speaker is J. C. Combs.

HEAD-TO-TOE HYGIENE PANTRY – There is no workday this week. The Pantry is open on Saturday, April 21, from 9:00-11:30am, at 2130 E. 21st St. N.

CREATING YOUR LEGACY SERIES – Beginning on April 24th members of UCC will have an opportunity to hear an expert on estate planning, and be able to get answers to their questions. Dwayne Green, president UCC Endowment Board, has arranged for Dan Peare, attorney with Hinkle Law Firm, to speak at UCC on April 24, at 4:00pm, in fellowship hall.

This event is not intended to sell anyone on legal or financial services, but is intended to educate our congregation on the need to plan for the future. If you have questions please contact Dwayne at DwayneEGreen@gmail.com.

May 1, “The Good Death”, with Christy Dew
May 8, “This is Your Life”, with Reverend Dr. Robin McGonigle and Reverend Paul Ellis Jackson

All seminars will begin at 4:00pm, in fellowship hall.

UCC PLANNING INVENTORY AND SURVEY – Remember to complete the survey at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ucchurch. It only takes a couple minutes, and the information is invaluable. If you cannot complete the survey online contact the office staff at 316-634-0430, for a printed copy.

MEETING NOTIFICATION— the UCC Endowment board will nominate and vote for a new board member following the worship service on Sunday, April 22, 2018. Members of the church that wish to vote will remain seated after worship for this short meeting.