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The outward work will never be puny if the inward work is great. ~Meister Eckhart

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This Sunday - Inward/Outward

Seeking a balance between contemplation and action


This Sunday we'll explore the classic story of Jesus visiting Mary and Martha. One of them is busy getting everything ready, and one sits at Jesus' feet. In a busy world, how do we find the time to nourish our inner lives? How can we root our action in spiritual depth? We'll explore!

Stop in for some coffee from 205 Coffee Bar, meet some new friends, and join us for worship! Pastor Bryan will be preaching on Luke 10:38-42.

We are meeting at the Holland Area Arts Council this Sunday. There is a nursery option for children 5 and under, and please note that UCC Kids Time is on break for summer.


At Holland UCC, all are welcome!
Holland Area Arts Council, 150 E. 8th Street
Doors open this Sunday at 9:30am, worship starts 10ish. 
See you then!

Directions and more

Sunday Message - Watch or Listen Online!
 


Tune in to last Sunday's message from Pastor Doug: Beyond Justice.

There's a space for you!

We are a growing group of friends among whom exploration and questions are expected, justice is sought, spirituality is deep, and community is real. We see other faith traditions as friends and teachers. We share hurts and celebrate joys. We nurture gifts. We seek to deepen our hearts and our minds. We care for the earth as a deeply spiritual act. 

We are a community where gender and orientation are causes for celebration, not condemnation.

Holland UCC: progressive. engaging. inclusive.

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Summer Picnic happening July 21!

After worship on Sunday, July 21, we plan to have a picnic at Kollen Park!

It will be potluck-style, so bring a dish to share, your own table settings, and perhaps a favorite yard game!

You can RSVP on Facebook.

I plan to attend!

Meditation Club - July 22


Interested in practicing meditation, contemplative prayer, and silence with others? Join us at Meditation Club!

We gather to spend time in various practices that can help us find balance and deepen our inner lives. 

Our next gathering will be Monday, July 22, 8pm at Jean McFadden's, 4462 Lakeshore Dr, 49424.
I'm interested!

Serving Schedule


Check it out! You can now see the schedule for serving at Holland UCC on our website: if you serve in nursery, greeting, snacks, reading, or setup - check the schedule. Please comment on the post if you cannot serve at your scheduled time, and please work to find a replacement. If you'd like to serve, let us know by commenting on the website!

If you seen an opening, sign up online or email us at info@hollanducc.org.
See the schedule

Community Happenings


TONIGHT, Fri, July 18, 7 pm: PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of LGBTQ).Dan Lowe, a resident of Allegan County and one of the organizers of the June 1 Douglas Community PRIDE event, will speak about his experiences of conversion therapy. Gender SAFE (Supporting All For Equality) meets from 6 to 8 pm. At Grace Episcopal Church, 555 Michigan Ave, Holland.
 
Sat, July 20, 9 am to 11 am: Latin Americans United for Progress (LAUP) Community Open House. LAUP board members "will share what's going on at LAUP and will listen as community members share their thoughts." Bonus: Free ice cream from the Holland Police Dept. truck. At BLVD Church, 238 West 15th St, Holland.
 
Sat, July 20, noon to 1 pm: Stand for Peace in Holland. On Saturdays throughout the summer, people will stand in silence holding simple, readable signs about peace. To learn more and/or to sign up, email standforpeaceholland@gmail.com 
At Centennial Park, River Ave at 10th St, Holland.
 
Fri, July 26, dinner 6 pm; film 7 pm: Free dinner & a movie night, showing "The Black Panther." TIME magazine: "This is a movie about what it means to be black in both America and Africa-and more broadly in the world...Film grapples head-on with issues affecting modern-day black life...also entertaining, timely comedy, choreographed action, and gorgeously lit people of all colors." Potluck dishes welcomed. Call Jenna at (616) 414-9111. Hosted by Momentum Center for Social Engagement, 714 Columbus Ave, Grand Haven.
 
Wed, July 31: Deadline to nominate an Allegan or Ottawa Co. resident "who promotes a spirit of inclusion and a community without barriers" to receive Ability Award from the Disability Network/Lakeshore. Award presented Oct. 28 at the Civic Center. www.dnlakeshore.orginfo@dnlakeshore.org; (616) 396-5326.
 
Tues, Aug 6, 9 pm: Free Family Movie Night. Showing the film "UP" in Spanish with English subtitles/esta película se presentará en español con subtitulos en inglés. Bring chairs, blankets, snacks; concessions will be available. Alcohol is not permitted in the park. Hosted by City of Holland. At Kollen Park in Holland (in case of inclement weather, film will be shown at Boys & Girls Club, Van Raalte and 18th).

Community events provided by ACEH. Please visit their website & support their work!

Support the Work

If you resonate with what we are doing—creating a progressive, open, welcoming community of faith in Holland—we'd love to have your financial support. Your gift helps support justice efforts and community building in Holland and beyond!

Good things are happening in 2019—your gifts make a vital difference.
Make a gift today!
2019 Giving through June: $64,835.76*
Budgeted goal by end of July: $52,500
*giving to special causes included
Connect over a pint
Join Pub Theology Saugatuck on Wednesdays at 7pm at Saugatuck Brewing. Pub Theology Holland is off for the summer.
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Facebook Group
A great place to find and connect with new friends at Holland UCC is our Friends of Holland UCC Facebook group!
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Thursday Coffee
You are invited to join us on Thursdays, 8:30am at the Good Earth Café! We'd love to see you there. All are welcome.
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