Nov 2012 UPC Times

My Neighborhood

“Even as a child, there was a strong sense for me that this is where I wanted to be.” (Ryan Church)

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A Generous Worldview

“Recent research shows that the key to effective ministry isn’t having the right words to say or even praying the right prayer. Surprisingly enough, it’s Henry Weinhard’s Root Beer.”

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A(nother) Year of Hope

What an exciting place of ministry!

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A Moment of Joy

In the latest installment of the Small Group Journal, one member discussed Christmas traditions.

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Weathering the Storm

Pediatric cancer can make life seem quite hopeless, but with some positive community, hope can be restored.

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A Safe Place to Grieve

For Jean, grief counseling can be summed up in one sentence: “It’s about being a safe place no matter what emotions are happening.”

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The Faces of UPC – November 2012

Meet some of the folks involved at UPC–staff, volunteers, and other leaders–in their own words.

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Holiday Traditions

University Presbyterian Church celebrates the holidays like no other place on earth. We asked some UPC families how they celebrate the holidays.

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Worship in Action

“Sitting in a pew that Sunday four years ago, the Casnes did not have an inkling of the way simply listening and responding would change their lives and the lives of many others.”

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Speaking Up

Martha Ward shares her calling to speak up for children and youth who don’t have enough to eat or a place to sleep.

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