In Word and Song
Small Ministry Gathering
Summer Dates: June 26, July 10, July 24, August 7 and August 21
In Word and Song Small Ministry provides a venue for members and non-members alike to gather in an informal setting, read scripture, sing songs, reflect and share experiences and testimony to the presence of God in their lives.
We will meet at 5:00 p.m. in the Youth Room.
Spring 2010 Worship Schedule
You are invited to share worship with us on Saturdays at 5:00 p.m.
APRIL
04/24 – Verlee A. Copeland, preaching
MAY JOURNEY
May 1 – “A New Commandment”
May 8 – “What Are You Waiting For?”
May 15 – “That They May All Be One” – Final Journey
If you have any questions or comments about this year's offering please feel free to contact
Rev. Thom Parrott-Sheffer, Minister for Mission & Outreach, at The Union Church of Hinsdale.
It is great pleasure that we announce Chris Davey as the first recipient of the Hank Maxwell Peace & Justice Internship. Chris Davey was selected from a field of ten well qualified and deserving applicants.
The Hank Maxwell Peace & Justice Internship is a cooperative ministry with Citizen Action Illinois (one of our ministry partners). Citizen Action will provide a full experience in social advocacy as a practice and a career, in addition they will provide the on-going supervision and guidance. The Hank Maxwell Peace & Justice Committee and Rev. Parrott-Sheffer will provide the opportunity for theological reflection and the church provides the stipend which supports this internship. Chris will be working full-time with Citizen Action Illinois during his summer break from the University of Chicago. Following his experience he will be sharing his learnings and reflections with the church through newsletter articles and presentations at several groups within the church. The Hank Maxwell Peace & Justice Internship is designed to foster the spirit of the advocacy and social involvement exampled by its namesake; as well as provide an experience of social advocacy as a threshold to potential calling to this work as a vocation. We are excited by what lies ahead for Chris and ask that you keep him in your prayers.
After much talk about our weekend worship schedule at Union Church, our Executive Council has voted to have two Sunday morning services beginning September 12. Both services will be in the Sanctuary. The 9:00 service will be traditional in style and format with music mainly led by the Chancel Choir and organ. The 10:30 service will be more varied in style using a variety of instruments that include piano, guitar and drums. Our three handbell choirs, children and youth choirs and women’s ensemble will participate occasionally at both services. There is much planning and preparation to be done before next fall to fulfill our goal of providing musical excellence at both services.
My final service will be on Sunday, August 14, 2011, which will complete 32 ½ years on the church staff. It’s been a great run and I look forward to giving my leadership and support as we move into a new worship schedule and format with all the challenges and possibilities that brings. I would like for my last year at Union Church to be filled with the highest quality music we can produce for worship services that are presented for the glory of God. Thank you for all the support you give to our Music Ministry.
Michael Surratt
Director of Music Ministries
Union Church of Hinsdale, U.C.C.
Follow our Work Tour Students Progress Online
The high school youth of Union Church take a week off during Spring Break and have a blast working, impacting people’s lives and in the process, changing how they look at people, God, and themselves. You can follow our progress via our Posterous page using text, photo and video from the trip at http://uchyouth.posterous.com
About Our Hosts This Year
ASFC was started in 1965. We are a nonprofit who instills the values of freedom and self-reliance. We have a strong emphasis on service learning that empowers people to make life decisions that enrich the community and world at large. We strengthen grassroots organizations by providing a low cost solution for gathering their members together. Our inclusive atmosphere gives everyone regardless of faith, race, age or origin a chance to actively express themselves for the greater good.

College Scholarships offered by Women’s Association
Once again this year, the Women’s Association invites current or soon-to-be college students to apply for a Women’s Association Scholarship. Scholarship awards are based on a combination of demonstrated commitment to service through participation in Union Church activities and/or school/community activities and financial need. Anyone associated with Union Church may apply.
Application forms are available in the church office, on the Women’s Association bulletin board, from Jeremy Hylen, or they may be downloaded here. Completed applications may be dropped of in the Women’s Association mailbox in the church's print shop or mailed to:
Union Church of Hinsdale
Women’s Association Scholarship
137 S. Garfield Ave.
Hinsdale, IL 60521
Applications are due April 19th, 2010. Names of scholarship recipients will be announced at the Women’s Association May Luncheon. Questions? Call or email Lucy Tarabour (630) 920.0636, lctarabour@yahoo.com.

2010 Hank Maxwell Recognition for Peace and Justice
(Pictured above from left to right: Connie Black, Zoe Shively and Barb Keller)
On March 7, 2010, during Social Justice Sunday celebration, three members of Union Church received the 2010 Hank Maxwell Recognition for Peace and Justice. This recognition is given to people nominated by members of the congregation who exemplify a commitment to social justice and peace in their lifestyle and activities. This year the recognition went to Connie Black, for her tireless advocacy for justice particularly in the Prison Ministry at Union; Barb Keller, for her long history of social justice work both within the church and in the wider world and her participation in the Soup Ministry here at church; and Zoe Shively, a youth who works at church, at school and at home to promote the cause of socio and eco justice.
Congratulations to the them all...