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23 Sep

September 23, 2016 |

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Each summer, Global Ministries provides a mission project for local churches to promote during their summer children’s ministries. Materials are prepared in advance so the children learn about the ministry they are supporting. The project usually relates to something of interest to kids. In the past they have contributed to the needs of Syrian and Iraqi children living in refugee camps in Southern Turkey and have supported our Mexican United Brethren children’s outreach ministry. This year the focus was on children’s ministry in Guatemala.

Once again, we are amazed at the enthusiasm and sacrifice of our children who raised $7895 to purchase teaching materials and improve the spaces where children gather for Sunday school and outreach activities in Guatemala. On behalf of our Guatemalan United Brethren, we thank all our children for their prayers and support of this ministry.

22 Sep

September 22, 2016 |

The UB History course will be taught October 10-11, 2016, at the UB national office in Huntington, Ind. This course is a requirement for ministerial licensing. However, people who just want to learn more about United Brethren history are free to take the course.

Go here for complete information and to register.

Date: October 10-11, 2016.
Time: 9 am – 4 pm each day.
Location: United Brethren National Office.
Address: 302 Lake Street, Huntington, IN 46750.

Instructor
The instructor is Bob Bruce (right), associate pastor of Emmanuel UB church (Fort Wayne, Ind.).

Registration

  • $200, if you are seeking a ministerial license. There is a $25 discount if you pay fully in advance of the class, making your cost just $175.
  • $100 for everyone else.

Lodging
Lodging can be secured at the Comfort Inn Huntington for $95 per night plus taxes. You can request a reservation through the online registration form.

This course is held periodically in regional settings. During the past four years, 125 people have attended the course in about 20 different locations.

10 Sep

September 10, 2016 |
Bishop Todd Fetters (right) conducts the ordination of Eldon Grubb.

Bishop Todd Fetters (right) conducts the ordination of Eldon Grubb. Assisting are elders Duane Walters and Lee Rhodes.

Eldon Grubb was ordained at a United Brethren minister on Sunday evening, August 18, at Pleasant Valley UB church in Lake Odessa, Mich. Bishop Todd Fetters conducted the ordination service. Eldon Grubb, a graduate of Grace College (1977) and Grace Theological Seminary (1983), and his wife, Denise, have served Pleasant Valley since 2011.

10 Sep

September 10, 2016 |
The 2016 Hillsdale outdoor service at the Michindoh Camp and Conference Center.

The 2016 Hillsdale outdoor service at the Michindoh Camp and Conference Center.

Pastor Les Smith (left) and his son Eric, an ordained Wesleyan pastor, baptize Les's grandson Titus Eisenmann.

Pastor Les Smith (left) and his son-in-law Eric, an ordained Wesleyan pastor, baptize Les’s grandson Titus Eisenmann.

The Hillsdale UB church (Hillsdale, Mich.) is 112 years old. They held their 18th annual outdoor service at Michindoh Conference Center on Sunday, August 28. There were over 600 in attendance and 90 more at the earlier indoor service at the church. The 715 total attendance is a new record for a non-Easter Sunday.

Both services included a visit from the “Apostle John” portrayed by Pastor Les Smith. The platform became the Island of Patmos as the first five chapters of the book of Revelation were dramatized.

The outdoor service continued with the crowd walking down the path to Lake Weatherwood for a baptismal service. On July 14, 1935, there were 19 people baptized in a single day at the church. It was a record that stood for over 80 years, but was eclipsed by the 20 who were baptized at Michindoh on August 28.

Afterwards, 625 were served a picnic meal at the Pavilion. The majority also took advantage of the water recreation later that afternoon.

09 Sep

September 9, 2016 |
Andy Bashore, with wife Stacey, receiving a local conference license from Lancaster UB church. Senior pastor Greg Voight is on the far right.

Andy Bashore, with wife Stacey, receiving a local conference license from Lancaster UB church. Senior pastor Greg Voight is on the far right.

The Lancaster United Brethren Church (Lancaster, Ohio), recently awarded a local conference license to Mr. Andy Bashore. Andy is presently an elder and trustee, and he and his wife, Stacey, have just taken on the new role as youth directors. Andy will serve the congregation as an associate pastor under Senior Pastor Greg Voight.

01 Sep

September 1, 2016 |

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There is still time to register for the UB Women’s Conference, September 30 – October 1. The room cost did not increase, as previously announced. Room rates for two nights are based on the number of persons sharing the room. The costs are:

Quad occupancy: $120 per person.
Triple Occupancy: $145 per person.
Double Occupancy: $195 per person.
Single Occupancy: $335 per person.

The event fee is still $75.

Join Other Women on the Bus!

If you need a ride to Gettysburg, the Emmanuel bus still has a few seats. All you have to do is park your car at Emmanuel Community Church in Fort Wayne, Ind. The cost of the two-way, 500-mile trip is just $25.

19 Aug

August 19, 2016 |

Brent Liechty has been appointed senior pastor of Mogul UB church in Shippensburg, Pa., effective August 16, 2016. He has served since 2005 at Pathway UB church in Jackson, Mich.–as associate/youth pastor until 2013, and since then as senior pastor. Prior to that, he served six years at Criders UB church in Greencastle, Pa. Rocky Spear, who had pastored Mongul for nine years, is now senior pastor of Kilpatrick UB church in Woodland, Mich.

19 Aug

August 19, 2016 |

Rev. Devon Strine has retired effective July 31, 2016. He was ordained in 1976. Most recently, he has pastored the Mt. Pleasant UB church (Angola, Ind.) since 2012.

17 Aug

August 17, 2016 |
Bishop Todd Fetters speaking to the afternoon gathering.

Bishop Todd Fetters speaking to the afternoon gathering at King Street church in Chambersburg, Pa.

Bishop Todd Fetters.

Bishop Todd Fetters.

Mike Dittman led the morning session with cluster leaders from the East region.

Mike Dittman led the morning session with cluster leaders from the East region.

Bishop Todd Fetters and Mike Dittman, director of National Ministries, held four regional meetings this summer with pastors, spouses, and laypersons. They all followed the same format: a meeting with cluster leaders in the morning, followed by lunch and an afternoon meetings with pastors, spouses, and key laypersons.

The final regional meeting was held August 8 at King Street UB church in Chambersburg, Pa. Above are some photos from that event.

03 Aug

August 3, 2016 |

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As of August 2, we have 212 women registered for the 2016 Women’s Conference. Rates go up again on August 16, so you need to complete your registration soon.

One church has offered a bus ride from Fort Wayne, Ind., to Gettysburg, Pa. All you have to do is park your car at Emmanuel Community Church and hop on the bus. The cost of the two-way, 500-mile trip is just $25. So far, 15 slots have been filled, and 15 slots remain.

To reserve your spot, use this link: Bus Form. You will be asked for credit card information to pay the $25 fee. Payment reserves a seat. Then all you need to do is show up at 7:30 on Friday morning, September 30, at:

Emmanuel Community Church
12222 W Jefferson Blvd.
Fort Wayne, IN 46814