PEP! (”People Enjoying People”) offers education, entertainment and inspiration for adults over 50 years of age. Informative programs and dinners along with game nights, trips and conferences are part of the older adult ministry. These events are fun, educational and spiritual.
We meet Mondays at 9 a.m. for prayer time for congregational needs; at 10 a.m. we enjoy a card party with fun and fellowship. Come join us!
Monday
9 a.m. - Prayer time for congregational needs
10 a.m. - Card party with fun and fellowship
Watch the church calendar for informaton about PEP! news and events.
Please contact Rev. Dick Holliday for more information at 781-3013 or 
e-mail him.
In the United Methodist Church, the UMW's purpose is to "be a community of women whose purpose is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church." Union's UMW are very active, participating as members of circles and coordinating many outreach activities.
We invite you to attend a circle meeting and get to know the many wonderful women of Union! For more information, please contact the church office or talk to one of the circle chairpersons.
2010 UMW Meeting Schedule and Chairpersons
Heritage Circle
Meets in homes on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 7 p.m.
Ann Martin and Jo Mooney, co-chairs
Lillie Bouknight-Davis Circle
Meets in homes on the 3rd Thursday at 10 a.m.
Juanita Hope and Billie LoCicero, co-chairs
Martha Circle
Meets in homes on 4th Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.
Kristi Rownd and Leslie Whitacre, co-chairs
Mattie Mathias Circle
Meets in Fellowship Hall on the 2nd Tuesday at noon
Phyllis Matthews and Iris Bouknight, co-chairs
New Ventures Circle
Meets in homes on the 2nd Monday at 7 p.m.
Doris Keith and Lynn Myers, co-chairs
Pauline Younginer Circle
Meets on the 2nd Tuesday at 10 a.m.
Lucretia Brooks and Jackie Hall, co-chairs
Rosa Hook Circle
Meets in homes on the 2nd Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.
Judy Weston and Carol Sommers, co-chairs
Sarah Circle
Meets in the Fellowship Hall on the 3rd Tuesday at 12:15 p.m.
Katherine Keickeisen and Myra Gilbert, co-chairs
Wilson Circle
Meets in homes on the 2nd Thursday at 7 p.m.
Anna Bess Tisdale and JoAnn Dillard, co-chairs
"...to equip God's people for works of service so the body of Christ may be built up..."
— Ephesians 4:11-12
Equipping Ministry Mission
To help each of us discover and develop our spiritual gifts and talents in order to serve and glorify God. (Romans 12)
Equipping Ministry Vision
To be a unified church equipped to serve as ministers of Jesus Christ.
Talents Differ from Spiritual Gifts
A talent is a God-given natural ability and aptitude. A spiritual gift is a special role or gift that is received through the Holy Spirit.
To accomplish its mission and vision, the Equipping Ministry of Union United Methodist Church encourages each member to discern and acknowledge his or her talents and own, unique, spiritual gifts.
The Network Study is an excellent tool to help Union's members in the process of discovering their spiritual gifts, personal style, and passion for service within the church and throughout the greater community of God's kingdom. The sessions of Network are offered in a variety of formats. Please contact a member of the Equipping Ministry Team for more information on how you can participate in a six-session Network Study group.
"Network has helped me understand how important it is to know my spiritual gifts and my role in Union’s ministry. I pray that every person at Union will take the opportunity to attend these workshops and act upon their understanding of their own personal spiritual gifts, and how they can enhance Union’s mission."
— Carol Sommers
This is a typical remark from the persons attending recent Network sessions. Without exception, the study has been enthusiastically praised and highly endorsed by all of its participants.
For more information, please contact any member of the Equipping Ministry Team... Ken Beale (team leader), Clay Anderson, Joy Bouknight, Larry Moshell, Buffy Murphy, Jan Unrue, Will Warwick and Brian Wisnewski.
