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  • Worship Resources for June 29, 2025



    Orchard Ridge

    United Church of Christ

    Sunday Worship Resources



    Sunday, June 29

    Third Sunday after Pentecost

    Open & Affirming Sunday

    Wear your Pride clothing & regalia!

    9:00 am – UCC Mission Partners’ Holy Land presentation

    Friendship Hall

    (see below)

    10:00 am – Worship

    Sermon: Ken Pennings

    Lay Liturgists: Cody & June Theis

    Musical Offerings: David Allen

    No special Children’s 10:00 a.m. programming. Children are encouraged to attend worship with their caregivers. Many families may be heading up to Moon Beach Family Camp this day (June 29-July 6)


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    Join our Worship virtually

    on YouTube any time after 10 am:

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    after 10 am if you have opened it before

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    Pastors’ On-Call Schedule

    Your pastors are here for you this summer! While Pastors Julia and Kate are away today until July 11th, Pastor Ken will be on call. Please do not hesitate to reach out to him with your pastoral care needs, questions or concerns: [email protected]

    How UCC Mission Partners bring hope to the Holy Land

    Sunday, June 29th, at 9:00 am, 

    in Friendship Hall

    During the past 16 years, ORUCC members Diane Dulin and Tom Beilman have traveled multiple times to the Holy Land. They’ve seen firsthand how UCC Mission Partners (partner organizations) bring hope and friendship to oppressed peoples, amidst the constant stress of military occupation. Come and hear inspiring, informative stories about the vital work of these Mission Partners.

    June Compassion Offering:

    Refugee Resettlement in Dane County


    The June Compassion Offering is Refugee Resettlement and Immigrant Services at Jewish Social Services of Madison (JSS). JSS works to empower individuals and families across cultures and generations through compassionate, community-based support. Rooted in Jewish values and open to all, JSS provides critical services across Dane County—from senior and family support, immigrant assistance, spiritual care, programs addressing housing insecurity, and a weekly meal site. At the heart of this work is a deep commitment to caring for the vulnerable and welcoming the stranger.


    The Refugee Resettlement and Immigrant Services Program, the largest at JSS, has been a cornerstone of the JSS mission since the aftermath of World War II. Since then, JSS has successfully settled newcomers from around the world. Recently, the federal government cut off funding for recently arrived refugees, promised them to build new lives here and to thrive as our neighbors. JSS remains steadfast in its commitment to these individuals and families—offering housing support, case management, and a compassionate welcome. Your support through the Compassion Offering helps bridge a critical funding gap and will honor our promise to those seeking safety and and a new beginning in Madison.

    Senior Pastor: Rev. Dr. Julia Burkey EMAIL


    Associate Pastor: Rev. Kate Mackey EMAIL


    Associate Pastor: Rev. Ken Pennings EMAIL


    Director of Children’s Arts and Education: Julie Mazer EMAIL


    Office Manager George Decker

    608-271-7212 or EMAIL

    

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