All announcements
This page lists all announcements in reverse chronological order regardless of topic.
- ORUCC – Wayfinding May 21st and 22ndMay Wayfinding Wednesday, May 21st (in person) and Thursday, May 22nd (Zoom) Dear Wayfinders, Please join together for our last Wayfinding of the season tomorrow, Wednesday, May 21st from 9:30 to 11:15 am in Friendship Hall (in person) and Thursday, May 22nd from 4:00 to 5:00 pm via Zoom (see login info below). We will then take a break for …
- June 8 Film: “No Other Land”Madison’s Anti-War Film Series and friends present the 2025 Academy Award Winner, Best Documentary Feature “No Other Land” Sunday, June 8, 5 pm, Christ Presbyterian Church, 944 E Gorham in Madison Free, but RSVP required. Reserve your seat. These are fundraising screenings. Donations will be requested. Proceeds to the communities of Masafer Yatta in the Occupied West Bank of Palestine. …
- Worship Resources for May 18, 2025Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, May 18 The Fifth Sunday of Easter 9:00 am – Adult Education in Friendship Hall: The Madison Arcatao Sister City Project (see below) 9:00 am - Faith Formation for Children and Youth 10:00 am – Worship Sermon: Julia Burkey Lay Liturgist: Bruce Gladstone Musical Offerings: ORUCC Choir Click Here for Printable …
- ORUCC Weekly Announcements for May 15thSpiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, May 15 Meditation Group–Zoom only Friday, May 16 9:30 – 10:30 am Zoom Sue Dixon Sunday, May 18 The Fifth Sunday of Easter 9:00 am – Adult Education in Friendship Hall: The Madison Arcatao Sister City Project (see below) 9:00 am – Faith Formation for Children and Youth 10:00 …
- ORUCC May 18 Children and Youth NewsNursery – High School Programming ORUCC Children and Youth Faith Formation Update Sunday, May 18, 2025 Dear Families, We look forward to seeing you this week. Read on below for details about this opportunity and other things happening this Sunday. At the bottom of the email, you will find some important dates for some fun events and photos of recent …
- Worship Resources for May 11, 2025Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, May 11 The Fourth Sunday of Easter 9:00 am For Adults: Java & Jesus in the Alfred Swan Room (see below) 9:00 am For Children and Youth: Faith Formation 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Ken Pennings Lay Liturgist: Laura Conners Musical Offerings: Handbell Choir 11:15 am Pat Hale’s 100th Birthday Celebration …
- May 29 Speaker at Midvale LutheranGaza and the West Bank: A Struggle for Survival Amid Genocide May 29 at 7:00pm Midvale Community Lutheran Church, 4329 Tokay Blvd., Madison, WI Register Here Israel’s extreme violence in Gaza and the West Bank is uprooting entire communities, destroying homes, displacing civilians, many of them children, and depriving inhabitants of food, water, shelter and medical care. This violence is putting …
- ORUCC Weekly Announcements for May 8thSpiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, May 8 “Godly Living in Ungodly Times” Class Thursday, May 8 10:00 – 11:30 am Swan Room David Anderman (see below) Meditation Group–Zoom only Friday, May 9 9:30 – 10:30 am Zoom Sue Dixon Sunday, May 11 The Fourth Sunday of Easter 9:00 am For Adults: Java & Jesus …
- ORUCC – Java & Jesus – May 11, 9 am (In-person or by Zoom)Java & Jesus Sunday, May 11th, at 9 am Attend in-person at the church in the Alfred Swan Room, or attend remotely by Zoom Dan Rossmiller facilitating All are welcome! Join us even if this is your first time! Please read ahead of time and come prepared to discuss the story of Rebekah, Jacob, Esau, & Issac from the book …
- ORUCC May 11 Children and Youth NewsNursery – High School Programming ORUCC Children and Youth Faith Formation Update Sunday, May 11, 2025 Dear Families, We look forward to seeing you this week. Read on below for details about this opportunity and other things happening this Sunday. At the bottom of the email, you will find some important dates for some fun events and photos of recent …
- Worship Resources for May 4, 2025Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, May 4 The Third Sunday of Easter 9:00 am “Parents Together” Support Group (see below) 10:00 am Earth Day Worship Julie Mazer & the Children (during the sermon time) Lay Liturgist: Nancy Wettersten Musical Offerings: ORUCC Choir The Sacrament of Holy Communion 11:15 am Worship and Work Free Luncheon (see …
- ORUCC Weekly Announcements for May 1stSpiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, May 1 “Godly Living in Ungodly Times” Class Thursday, May 1 10:00 – 11:30 am Swan Room David Anderman (see below) Friday Breakfast Group Friday, May 2 9:00 am Denny’s, 433 S. Gammon Rd. Louise Jeanne (see below) Meditation Group–Zoom only Friday, May 2 9:30 – 10:30 am Zoom …
- May Compassion Offering: Madison Arcatao Sister City Project (MASCP)
The May compassion offering is for the Madison Arcatao Sister City Project. Arcatao, El Salvador, is one of Madison’s ten sister cities. Since 1986, Madison and Arcatao have worked together to learn from each other in solidarity across international boundaries. As part of the U.S.-El Salvador Sister Cities (USESSC) network, MASCP works for social change by building and defending sustainable … - ORUCC May 4 Children and Youth NewsNursery – High School Programming ORUCC Children and Youth Faith Formation Update Sunday, May 4, 2025 Dear Families, We look forward to seeing you this week. Of special note, this Sunday we will have a new peer-led group experience, “Parents Together” at 9:00 a.m. Read on below for details about this opportunity and other things happening this Sunday. At the …
- Worship Resources for April 27, 2025Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources Sunday, April 27 The Second Sunday of Easter 9:00 am Earth Month Speaker Jeff Epping Gardening with Native Plants Friendship Hall (see below) 9:00 a.m. New Members Class 4th Session Anne Frank Room 10:00 am Worship Sermon: 2025 ORUCC Border Immersion Trip presentation (after the service) Musical Offerings: TRU Function 11:15 …
- ORUCC Weekly Announcements for April 24thSpiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, April 24 “Godly Living in Ungodly Times” Class Thursday, April 24 10:00 – 11:30 am Swan Room David Anderman (see below) Meditation Group–Zoom only Friday, April 25 9:30 – 10:30 am Zoom Sue Dixon Sunday, April 27 The Second Sunday of Easter 9:00 am Earth Month Speaker Jeff Epping …
- ORUCC April 27 Children and Youth NewsNursery – High School Programming ORUCC Children and Youth Faith Formation Update Sunday, April 27, 2025 Dear Families, We look forward to seeing you this Sunday. Read on below for details about this week. At the bottom of the email, you will find some important dates for some fun events and photos of recent events. ~Pastor Kate and Julie M. …
- ORUCC –Care of Creation Mission Team Presentation this Sunday, April 27thGardening with Native Plants Happy Earth Day! Care of Creation Mission Team Presentation at 9:00 am this Sunday, April 27th in Friendship Hall: Jeff Epping Jeff Epping was the Director of Horticulture at Olbrich Botanical Gardens in Madison for 25 years. He received the Award of Merit from the American Public Gardens Association in 2023 for his work as an …
- Worship Resources for Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources “Fill My Cup” by Steve Prince (inspired by Luke 24:1-12)/ A Sanctified Art LLC/ sanctifiedart.org Sunday, April 20 Easter Sunday 6:00 am Easter Sunrise Service followed by brunch 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Julia Burkey Lay Liturgist: Ginny Moore Kruse Musical Offerings: ORUCC Choir 11:15 am Children and Youth Easter Egg Hunt …
- ORUCC Weekly Announcements for April 17thSpiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, April 17 Wayfinding Zoom Thursday, April 17 4:00 – 5:00 pm Join ZoomMeeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84845886041?pwd=4PhfBp176E1pCJZ7U1NAanhC9P8F3h.1 Meeting ID:848 4588 6041 Passcode:115289 (see below) Meditation Group–Zoom only Friday, April 18 9:30 – 10:30 am Zoom Sue Dixon Good Friday Tenebrae Service Friday, April 18 7:00 pm Worship Hall Sunday, April 20 …
- Presentation at ORUCC Sunday June 29
How UCC Mission Partners bring hope to the Holy Land Please join us Sunday, June 29, at 9 a.m. 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 … - ORUCC – Wayfinding April 16th & 17th – Holy WeekCentering Prayer Holy Week Wayfinding Wednesday, April 16th (in person) and Thursday, April 17th (Zoom) Centering Prayer with Jesus Dear Wayfinders, As Lent turns into Holy Week, we have the opportunity to come together in Wayfinding to contemplate the mystery of the death and resurrection of Jesus. Our programming is Wednesday April 16th in-person with refreshments at 9:30 and programming beginning …
- ORUCC–Sign up for a Maundy Thursday dinner in a home on April 17thSign up to attend a Maundy Thursday dinner in a home April 17th, 6-8 pm (Burkey/Cooperrider Meal, 5-7 pm) 9 Open Slots! Be sure to scroll all the way down on the sign-up for the Conners’ home. Might you be interested in attending a Maundy Thursday meal in a home on April 17th? In the past, the host has provided a …
- Worship Resources for Sunday, April 13, 2025Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources “I Believe” by Steve Prince (inspired by Luke 19:29-40)/ A Sanctified Art LLC/ sanctifiedart.org Sunday, April 13 Palm Sunday 9:00 a.m. Palm Sunday Intergenerational Faith Formation 9:00 a.m. New Members Class 3rd Session Anne Frank Room 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Kate Mackey Lay Liturgist: Diane Jungblut Musical Offerings: ORUCC Bell Choir …
- ORUCC – Dane County Immigration Justice ResourcesDane County Immigration Justice Resources The Immigration Justice Mission Team, knowing that many are looking for ways to effectively engage with the justice issues before us, have prepared a guide to those local immigration justice organizations doing the frontline work of addressing the needs of vulnerable immigrant and refugee communities. This guide is also set forth below in its entirety. As we continue to “Welcome the Stranger,” we strive to move from …
- ORUCC Weekly Announcements for April 10thSpiritually Alive, Joyfully Inclusive, Committed to Justice Weekly Announcements for Thursday, April 10 Meditation Group–Zoom only Friday, April 11 9:30 – 10:30 am Zoom Sue Dixon Sunday, April 13 Palm Sunday 9:00 a.m. Palm Sunday Intergenerational Faith Formation 9:00 a.m. New Members Class 3rd Session Anne Frank Room 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Kate Mackey Lay Liturgist: Diane Jungblut Musical Offerings: …
- ORUCC April 13 – Children and Youth NewsNursery – High School Programming ORUCC Children and Youth Faith Formation Update Sunday, April 13, 2025 *Palm Sunday* Dear Families, We look forward to seeing you this Sunday. Read on below for details about this week. This coming Sunday is Palm Sunday, which begins Holy Week leading up to Easter. There will be a special all-ages faith formation event at …
- ORUCC–Sign up to attend a Maundy Thursday dinner in a home on April 17thSign up to attend a Maundy Thursday dinner in a home April 17th, 6-8 pm (Burkey/Cooperrider Meal, 5-7 pm) 15 Open Slots! Might you be interested in attending a Maundy Thursday meal in a home on April 17th? All meals will be 6-8 pm except the Burkey/Cooperrider meal which will be 5-7 pm. In the past, the host has provided a …
- Worship Resources for Sunday, April 6, 2025Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources “Zacchaeus” by Lauren Wright Pittman (inspired by Luke 19:1-10)/ A Sanctified Art LLC/ sanctifiedart.org Sunday, April 6 The Fifth Sunday in Lent 9:00 a.m. Children and Youth Faith Formation Education Wing 9:00 am Java & Jesus for Adults, facilitated by Mary Neuhaus Alfred Swan Room (see below) 9:00 a.m. New Members …
- ORUCC – Java & Jesus – April 6, 9 am (In-person or by Zoom)Java & Jesus Sunday, April 6th, at 9 am Attend in-person at the church in the Alfred Swan Room, or attend remotely by Zoom Mary Neuhaus facilitating All are welcome! Join us even if this is your first time! Please read ahead of time and come prepared to discuss a very brief selection from Kathleen Norris’ book, AMAZING GRACE: A …
- ORUCC April 6 Children and Youth NewsNursery – High School Programming ORUCC Children and Youth Faith Formation Update Sunday, April 6, 2025 Dear Families, We look forward to seeing you this Sunday. Read on below for details about this week. At the bottom of the email, you will find some important dates for some fun events, photos of recent events, and a prayer to try as …
- April Compassion Offering: One Great Hour of SharingOne Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS) is a cornerstone of United Church of Christ’s mission:*OGHS supports global refugees working to reach new homes and build new lives.*OGHS addresses emergency needs arising from hurricanes, floods, fires, earthquakes.*OGHS develops sustainable resources and skills among communities (both domestic and international) weakened by chronic poverty or climate challenges.*OGHS works in long-standing partnerships with denominations …
- (no title)April Compassion Offering: One Great Hour of Sharing By Orchard Ridge UCC April 1, 2025 One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS) is a cornerstone of United Church of Christ’s mission:*OGHS supports global refugees working to reach new homes and build new lives.*OGHS addresses emergency needs arising from hurricanes, floods, fires, earthquakes.*OGHS develops sustainable resources and skills among communities (both domestic …
- ORUCC–Sign up to attend a Maundy Thursday dinner in a home on April 17thSign up to attend a Maundy Thursday dinner in a home April 17th, 6-8 pm (Burkey/Cooperrider Meal, 5-7 pm) Might you be interested in attending a Maundy Thursday meal in a home on April 17th? All meals will be 6-8 pm except the Burkey/Cooperrider meal which will be 5-7 pm. Both Pastors Julia and Ken will be hosting dinners along with …
- Worship Resources for Sunday, March 30, 2025Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources “Lost & Found” by Lisle Gwynn Garrity (inspired by Luke 15:1-7)/ A Sanctified Art LLC/ sanctifiedart.org Sunday, March 30 The Fourth Sunday in Lent There will be no children or youth faith formation or Music Connections (Spring Break) 9:00 am Java & Jesus for Adults, facilitated by Peg Knueve Alfred Swan …
- ORUCC – Java & Jesus – March 30, 9 am (In-person or by Zoom)Java & Jesus Sunday, March 30th, at 9 am Attend in-person at the church in the Alfred Swan Room, or attend remotely by Zoom Peg Knueve facilitating All are welcome! Join us even if this is your first time! Please read ahead of time and come prepared to discuss a short article by Jane Jeffries writing for The Odd Christian. …
- ORUCC – Java & Jesus – March 30, 9 am (In-person or by Zoom)Java & Jesus Sunday, March 30th, at 9 am Attend in-person at the church in the Alfred Swan Room, or attend remotely by Zoom Peg Knueve facilitating All are welcome! Join us even if this is your first time! Please read ahead of time and come prepared to discuss a short article by Jane Jeffries writing for The Odd Christian. …
- Garth Service for Thea Brunsell, Sunday, April 13th, at 12:00 noonDear ORUCC, Beloved member Thea Brunsell passed away and we will hold a Garth service at ORUCC on Sunday, April 13th at 12 noon for Thea which is open to the ORUCC community. We remember Thea and her remarkable life and legacy with love and admiration. With love, Pastor Julia Obituary for Thea Brunsell Our mother, Thea La Budde Brunsell …
- ORUCC March 30 Children and Youth NewsNursery – High School Programming ORUCC Children and Youth Faith Formation Update Sunday, March 30, 2025 Dear Families, Due to Spring Break, we will not hold 9 AM Faith Formation this Sunday. Your child is welcome to attend the 10 am Worship Service. Jade will be available in the Crossroads for Supported Childcare 8:30-11:30. This service allows parents or children …
- Worship Resources for Sunday, March 23, 2025Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources “Fig Leafing” by Hannah Garrity (inspired by Luke 13:6-9)/ A Sanctified Art LLC/ sanctifiedart.org Sunday, March 23 The Third Sunday in Lent 9:00 am Children and Youth Faith Formation 9:00 am Java & Jesus for Adults, facilitated by Cody Theis Alfred Swan Room 9:00 am Meet & Greet for New Friends …
- ORUCC – Scam text from “Julia”Fake emails and text messages PHISHING TEXT AND SCAM Some of you have received text message from “Reverend Julia.” This text is not from Pastor Julia, and she is not asking anyone for favors (such as buying gift cards). We are so sorry that churches are targets of these scams. If an email or text seems odd to you from …
- ORUCC Immigration Justice HappeningsDear ORUCC, We have so many wonderful opportunities for engagement around immigration justice this season that we thought it would be helpful to read about them all in one place. As we continue to “Welcome the Stranger,” we invite you into ways to learn more and take action through the activities listed below. Welcome Quilts! Sunday, March 23 …
- ORUCC – Java & Jesus – March 23, 9 am (In-person or by Zoom)Java & Jesus Sunday, March 23rd, at 9 am Attend in-person at the church in the Alfred Swan Room, or attend remotely by Zoom Cody Theis facilitating All are welcome! Join us even if this is your first time! Please watch ahead of time and come prepared to discuss a 34 minute video of Brit Barron speaking about HOPE at …
- ORUCC March 23 Children and Youth NewsNursery – High School Programming ORUCC Children and Youth Faith Formation Update Sunday, March 23, 2025 Dear Families, We look forward to seeing you this Sunday. Read on below for details about this week. At the bottom of the email, you will find some important dates for some fun events and a prayer to try as a family this week. …
- ORUCC –Wayfinding – THURSDAY March 20thTopic for March Wayfinding Thursday March 20th The Inner Work of Age, Shifting from Role to Soul Dear Wayfinders, Our March Wayfinding will take place THIS Thursday morning 9:45-11:15am March 20th (rather than our Wednesday in-person time as usual) and Thursday afternoon by ZOOM from 4-5pm, as usual. The theme for Wayfinding this month is an introduction to the book, “The …
- Worship Resources for Sunday, March 16, 2025Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources “Mary & Martha” by Lauren Wright Pittman (inspired by Luke 10:38-42)/ A Sanctified Art LLC/ sanctifiedart.org Sunday, March 16 The Second Sunday in Lent Due to the All-Church Retreat this weekend, there will be no children or youth faith formation on Sunday, but Nursery Care is available, and Music Connections and …
- ORUCC – Java & Jesus – March 16, 9 am (In-person or by Zoom)Java & Jesus Sunday, March 16th, at 9 am Attend in-person at the church in the Alfred Swan Room, or attend remotely by Zoom Jeanne Moberly facilitating All are welcome! Join us even if this is your first time! Please read ahead of time and come prepared to discuss a few short readings assembled by Jeanne Moberly. Click here …
- ORUCC March 16 Children and Youth NewsNursery – High School Programming ORUCC Children and Youth Faith Formation Update Sunday, March 16, 2025 Dear Families, Several of our families will join in community together this weekend at the All Church Retreat at Daycholah Center. We will not hold 9 am Faith Formation this Sunday, but at 10 am children are welcome to attend worship and Music Connections. …
- ORUCC Lenten Home Discussion Groups begin next week! Sign up now!You’re Invited! Lenten Home Discussion Groups Openings for Twelve More! During the season of Lent, we will be offering five* Home Groups, each with 8-12 people who will be discussing three passages from Luke’s Gospel in three 1.5 hr. sessions in a pattern of every other week. Plan to pick up a Lenten Devotional Booklet and a pack of “Devocards” at the church …
- Worship Resources for Sunday, March 9, 2025Orchard Ridge United Church of Christ Sunday Worship Resources “Neighbors” by Steve Prince (inspired by Luke 10:25-37)/ A Sanctified Art LLC/ sanctifiedart.org Sunday, March 9 The First Sunday in Lent 9:00 am Lenten All-Ages Faith Formation 10:00 am Worship Sermon: Julia Burkey Lay Liturgist: Meg Stevens Musical Offerings: ORUCC Bell Choir 11:15 am Ministry of Youth Faith Formation meeting Romero …
- ORUCC – Sign up now for a Lenten Home Discussion Group!You’re Invited! Lenten Home Discussion Groups Openings for Fourteen More! During the season of Lent, which begins today, Ash Wednesday, March 5th, we will be offering five* Home Groups, each with 8-12 people who will be discussing three passages from Luke’s Gospel in three 1.5 hr. sessions in a pattern of every other week. Plan to pick up a Lenten Devotional Booklet and …
- ORUCC March 9 Children and Youth NewsNursery – High School Programming ORUCC Children and Youth Faith Formation Update Sunday, March 9, 2025 *Daylight Savings Begins – Set Clocks One Hour Back* Dear Families, We look forward to seeing you this Sunday. Read on below for details about this week. This coming Sunday is the First Sunday of Lent. There will be a special all-ages faith formation …
- PartyGras and Ash WednesdayCome to ORUCC this evening (Tuesday) and tomorrow (Wednesday) evening for fun, fellowship and reflection. Not to be missed! First…this evening: PARTY GRAS!!! And tomorrow evening: Ash Wednesday Fellowship and Service: 4:30 to 5:45 pm We are planning to gather people at 4:30 pm outside for pop-up ashes rituals, bonfire, s’mores (if the weather holds), and indoors for art and …