25 Dec Mary L. Towne Obituary

Mary L. Towne passed away December 19, 2025, in Upland, Indiana, at the age of 95. Mary was a former member of College Park Church in Huntington, Indiana. She and her late husband, Evan Towne, served for six years as United Brethren missionaries in Sierra Leone, West Africa. She also served a term as president of the Evening Missionary Society.

Her funeral service will be held December 29, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the Myers Funeral Home Huntington Chapel.

Read more about Mary and her family in her official obituary.

19 Dec Christmas Office Hours

As we celebrate the Christmas season, please note that the UB National Office will be closed from December 24 through January 2. If you need to reach a member of our team before the holidays, feel free to call and/or email until then. We will be back in action when the office reopens in the new year on Monday, January 5, 2026.

We wish you a joyful Christmas and a blessed New Year.

And, in case you missed it in the Connect newsletter, check out this fun video the team made for our office Christmas party.

We’ll see you in 2026!

05 Dec Discover The United Brethren Story

The next session of The United Brethren Story is right around the corner, and registration is now open. This interactive online course offers a meaningful and engaging journey through the history of the United Brethren movement from its earliest beginnings to the present day. You’ll gain insight into the convictions, leaders, and defining moments that formed our identity and continue to shape our mission today.

The United Brethren Story is required for anyone pursuing ministerial licensing in the UB Church. However, it is open to anyone interested in deepening their understanding of our shared history and strengthening their connection to the wider United Brethren family. Discounted group rates are available for Sunday School classes and small groups who are interested in participating in the class together.

The next session begins on Monday, January 26 and concludes on Sunday, March 15. You can find all the details, including how to register and what resources you will need, on The United Brethren Story events page.