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BIBLE IN A YEAR - 5-Day Reading Plan:

"You might be surprised at how little time it actually takes to read through the Bible. If you were to read it aloud, it would only take 78 hours to read from cover to cover. If you read it silently, it should take about 55 hours. Researchers tell us the average American watches just over four hours of TV per day, or around 30 hours per week. Reading through your bible in a year will take about 10-15 minutes a day. Imagine what even a small reallotment of time would do in growing your knowledge of and relationship with God.

Bible reading is critical for knowing Jesus, what he has done, what he continues to do today, and what he calls you to as a member of his family. Don't underestimate daily time in Scripture. Yes, there will be distractions. Temptations to drift will certainly come. Life gets busy, and unforeseen issues seem to constantly surface. Regularly reading God's word is not easy. In fact - it is a spiritual battle. But God has called you to it. Scripture is God's means for us to know, love, and glorify Him. Scripture is God's means for us to receive joy, assurance, and boldness for life. Scripture is God's means for us to be conformed into the image of the Lord Jesus. Christian - purpose in your heart to read the Bible this year. Plan ahead, pray ahead, and ask God to use this daily time in his word for your growth and good, and for his glory in and through your life."

- PASTOR AARON NEWMAN

It's never too late to begin. Start reading today! Download your 5-day reading plan below!

Young Adults BBB:

*BBB (aka BOWLING, BROOMBALL + BURGERS)

Young Adults, join us for this fun night! We will meet at Union Church at 7:30pm and head out to Saddleback Lanes, followed up by broomball at Aliso Ice Palace and burgers at In-N-Out (off of La Paz) to wrap up the night.

COST: $45 includes bowling and broomball (additional $5 for shoe rental)

Sign-up below! We hope you join us!

BOUND Women's Book Club - January Read:

Join us on January 27, 2025, at 6:30 PM for a discussion of "My Dear Hemlock" by Tilly Dillehay.

This spiritual novel, reminiscent of The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis, presents an allegorical tale of temptation and spiritual sabotage. Through a series of letters between two devils, Madame Hoaxrot and her junior devil Hemlock, we witness their schemes to undermine a young woman’s faith and life—touching on everything from relationships to motherhood.

This darkly witty and thought-provoking read is designed for Christian women seeking deeper insight into the subtle ways virtues can mask hidden vices. We’ll explore how these manipulative forces resonate with the everyday struggles women face, offering a unique perspective on spiritual growth and self-awareness.
Don’t miss out on this powerful conversation—mark your calendars and join us for a night of reflection and fellowship!




Church Membership Course:

Our membership process begins with a three-week class held on consecutive Sundays. During these sessions, we’ll cover:

  1. What Membership Is
  2. The Union Church Affirmation of Faith
  3. Union Church Distinctives (doctrine, values, and mission)

The next course will take place on February 2nd, 9th, and 16th, 2025, downstairs at church before our first service.

These classes are a great opportunity to learn more about Union Church, ask questions, connect with others, and take your first steps toward becoming a member of a local church. At Union Church, we believe that in trusting Jesus, God forgives all our sins and adopts us into His family, the church. Membership in God’s family is most clearly expressed through commitment to a local church.

We would love to have you join us!

Please note: Childcare is provided.

One on One Discipleship:

At Union Church, we place a high value on discipleship. We believe that it is not just the job of pastors or church staff to do the work of the ministry, but rather, that each member of Jesus’ church is to be equipped to build the kingdom (Eph. 4:11-13).

In our One-on-One discipleship, you will meet with one of the men or women in the church for fellowship, care, and training in the scriptures and ministry. Together, we work through our discipleship manual, a book of 13 lessons digging into foundational biblical doctrines.

If you are interested in learning more about discipleship, please contact us by emailing info@unionchurchsc.com or visit the link below.

If you call Union Church your home,
here are a few ways you can be involved:

pray

Ask Jesus for continued growth and grace. It is our desire to see many people saved and many disciples made. Ask the Holy Spirit to begin softening the hearts of those he will draw to our church. Pray for Spirit empowerment and vision for leadership. Pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest that he would build laborers at UC for his harvest (Matt. 9:38).

Serve

Much goes into preparing for Sunday services: Union Kids, Set Up / Tear Down, Hospitality, Audio / Visual, Music Team, Prayer Team, and more. We cannot do this effectively without the sacrificial service of our people. If UC is your home, and you have not entered into serving yet, we ask you to do so - there’s plenty of areas you are needed!

Give

When the church grows, financial growth  usually lags behind people growth. But more people means more ministries, more needs, and more staffing. As Jesus became “poor for our sake, so that by his poverty we might become rich” (2 Cor. 8:9) so he calls us as his people to live generously like him. Again, if UC is your home, we ask that you would give sacrificially and cheerfully (2 Cor. 9:6-9).

Invite

We all have people in our lives that need to meet Jesus and enter into vibrant, healthy community. Think of a few people you want to invite, begin praying for them, then make the ask and trust God with the results.
Thank you for being part of Union Church. Jesus has established an incredible Gospel witness in our city, and is using you to build his body, accomplish his mission, and advance his kingdom. We trust him to continue the work he has started among us.