Series Idea:  Observing the widespread and severe effects of social disconnection on Americans’ health, Dr Vivek Murthy (Surgeon General of the United States) says that “loneliness and isolation represent profound threats to our health and well-being.” This reality reflects what our faith already teaches us: God created us for connection and community. Drawing on the experiences of the early church in scripture, let us relearn how God leads us into lives of meaningful relationship with Godself and one another.

September 8: “The Kingdom of God” (Luke 17:21-23, Matthew 6:33, Mark 10:15)

Join us for Homecoming Sunday as we worship with our brother and sisters at UCC and have fellowship after worship!  We will reflect on what God’s Kingdom looks like

September 15: “Connection with God”  (John 15:1-12)

Jesus was connected to the Creator and all his relationships were built on this relationship; so may all our relationships be built on our relationship with God. Staying connected to God helps us have more loving relationships with others and bear fruit. 

September 22: “Connection with Community” (Hebrews 10:23-25)

In our loneliness, we often retreat from church and community. We are called, as believers, to prioritize the time for worship and small groups, to encourage each other in the faith.

September 29: “Connection Across Barriers” (Ephesians 2:11-22)

Division and barriers can isolate us from one another. Christ, through faith, can break down hostilities and move us into new community and connection with one another. 

October 6: “Connection with the Larger Church” (World Communion Sunday)  1 Corinthians 10:16-17

On World Communion Sunday, Christians remember that they are part of the one body of Christ. Whether they share communion in a cathedral or the countryside, this Sunday celebrates our diversity as well as our common bonds.