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Stay connected, inspired, and informed with our church newsletter — your go-to source for updates, upcoming events, community stories, and messages of faith. Each edition is crafted to help you grow in your spiritual journey, celebrate the work God is doing among us, and keep you up to date with what’s happening in our church family.
Whether you’re a long-time member or a first-time visitor, we invite you to explore recent news, read uplifting devotionals, and discover opportunities to serve, worship, and connect. Together, we celebrate faith, fellowship, and the joy of walking in God’s grace every day.
đ Seasons of Gratitude, Remembrance & Courageous Faith: November at Union
Union Lutheran Churchâs November 2026 newsletter opens with a reflection from Pastor Heidi Punt on a phrase we usually say lightly: âoutstaying your welcome.â Drawing on Ecclesiastes 3:1, she reminds the congregation that life is lived in seasons. Sometimes we linger in comfort zones, old grievances, or familiar habits after God has finished with them. She offers three ways to discern your season: examine your spiritual fruit, release the past with gratitude, and lean into ho
Oct 315 min read
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Events for Kids & Teens
Kids & Teens, this season is for you! đ From Oct 1 through Dec 31, Union Lutheran Church has something for every age, from elementary school through the teen years. đ Engage & Disciple: Sundays at 9:30 a.m. âď¸ Catechism (7th grade and up): Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. đ Family Pumpkin Carving: Sun, Oct 11, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. đ Trunk or Treat: Fri, Oct 30, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. đ¨ CMR Youth Mission Day in Columbia, SC: Sat, Oct 24 (registration closes Oct 11!) đ¤ Luther League (gra
Oct 61 min read
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Fall Upcoming Events
Fall is full at Union Lutheran Church! đ đ Tuesday Bible Studies, 6:30 p.m. Nahum: Oct 6 & 13 Habakkuk: Oct 20 & 27 Joel: Nov 3, 10 & 17 No Bible study experience needed, just bring an open heart and your favorite Bible. đ Trunk or Treat Friday, Oct 30, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Free fun, food, and fellowship for all ages!
Oct 61 min read
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đ A New Season, a Renewed Sanctuary & a Faithful Community â October at Union
Union Lutheran Churchâs October 2026 newsletter opens with a reflection on seasons of change and new beginnings. Drawing from Ecclesiastes 3:1, Pastor Heidi Punt describes autumn as a reminder that God is continually at work, even when life is changing. For Union, this fall carries special significance as the congregation prepares to return to its renovated sanctuaryâa place not simply of beauty, but of worship, prayer, Word and Sacrament, fellowship, grief, celebration, serv
Sep 265 min read
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⨠"Beyond the Covered Dish: September at Union Lutheran Church"
"He notably does not say, 'Keep your light safely hidden in the fellowship hall where it smells like casserole and sweet tea.'" As the last of the Homecoming leftovers finally disappear from our refrigerators, Union Lutheran Church is asking a simple question: What Do We Do with the Glow? Every August, Homecoming reminds us that the Holy Spirit is alive and well on Bringle Ferry Road. Nobody feeds a crowd quite like our congregation. But then September hits. School bells repl
Aug 293 min read
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Engage & Disciple: Find Your Flock and Start Your Journey!
This fall, we're launching something special at Union Lutheran Church â a 12-week journey called Engage & Disciple, designed to help you grow deeper in faith and closer in community. Whether you're looking to build meaningful relationships, dive into God's Word, or step into a mentoring role that helps others grow, this journey has a place for you. Join us starting Sunday, September 13, 2026, at the Old Pine Center â grab a light breakfast at 9:15 a.m. before we gather at 9:3
Aug 221 min read
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Spiritual Fitness Challenge
⨠Ready to Strengthen Your Spiritual Fitness? ⨠Just as our bodies benefit from regular exercise, our faith grows stronger through intentional practice, learning, and community. This August, Union Lutheran Church invites you to embark on a meaningful 9-week Spiritual Fitness Challenge designed to deepen your understanding of Lutheran worship and enrich your spiritual journey. đ Together, we'll explore the beauty, meaning, and history behind the Lutheran liturgy through an en
Jun 271 min read
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June 2026 Newsletter
đš Rooted in Christ & Finding Peace â June at Union Union Lutheran Churchâs June 2026 newsletter invites the congregation to slow down and recognize God's presence amid a season filled with ministry, service, and summer activity. In her Monthly Musings, Pastor Heidi Punt reflects on the importance of "stopping to smell the roses," reminding believers that their worth is not measured by busyness or productivity but by God's grace. Drawing from Scripture and Christ's own exampl
May 284 min read
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May 2026 Newsletter
âď¸ Atonement, Forgiveness & Unashamed Service â May at Union Union Lutheran Churchâs May 2026 newsletter centers on the liberating power of Christâs atonement and the call to live as faithful witnesses of His forgiveness. In her Monthly Musings, Pastor Heidi Punt reflects on the biblical meaning of the scapegoat from Leviticus, contrasting it with the way people often seek someone else to blame for their mistakes. Through Christâs sacrifice and victory over sin, believers are
Apr 234 min read
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April 2026 Newsletter
âď¸ Worship, Resurrection & Receiving God's Gifts â April at Union Union Lutheran Churchâs April 2026 newsletter leads the congregation through Holy Week and Easter with a renewed focus on the heart of Lutheran worship: God coming to His people through Word and Sacrament. In her Monthly Musings, Pastor Heidi Punt reflects on childhood memories of worship and reminds readers that while styles, buildings, and generations may change, the essence of Christian worship remains the s
Mar 274 min read
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March 2026 Newsletter
⨠Repentance, Mercy & the Road to the Cross â March at Union Union Lutheran Churchâs March 2026 newsletter invites the congregation deeper into the heart of Lent, centering on repentance and the healing gift Christ gives His Church through the Office of the Keys. In her Monthly Musings, Pastor Heidi Punt reflects on this often-overlooked section of Lutherâs Catechismâsituated between Baptism and Holy Communionâreminding the church that absolution is âthe voice of the Gospel.â
Mar 13 min read
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February 2026 Newsletter
⨠Being Strong in the Lord â February at Union Union Lutheran Churchâs February 2026 newsletter invites the congregation into a season of strength, reflection, and purposeful faith as Epiphany gives way to Transfiguration and the beginning of Lent. Centered on Pastor Heidi Puntâs âword for the year,â chazaqâto be strongâthe month calls the church to discover true strength not in self-reliance, but in abiding near God through Word, Sacrament, prayer, and community. February op
Feb 12 min read
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January 2026 Newsletter
⨠Walking in the Light â Epiphany at UnionUnion Lutheran Churchâs January 2026 newsletter invites the congregation to step confidently into the new year, moving from the joy of Christmas into the revelation and purpose of the Epiphany season. Epiphany reminds us that Christ is the Light revealed to the world, and throughout January, worship, learning, and service all center on recognizing and responding to Godâs work among us. As decorations are carefully put away and the san
Dec 27, 20252 min read
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December 2025 Newsletter
đ Preparing for the Savior â Advent & Christmas at Union Union Lutheran Churchâs December newsletter turns our hearts toward the wonder of Christâs birth and the quiet preparation of Advent. This yearâs thematic series, âThe Case for Christmas,â invites the congregation to explore the true biblical story of Jesusâ birthâits prophecies, its challenges, and its hope. Each Tuesday evening features a complimentary meal at 6:00 p.m. followed by Advent Worship at 6:30 p.m., with w
Dec 6, 20252 min read
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November 2025 Newsletter
đż Bearing Fruit for Jesus â Growing in Grace This November Union Lutheran Churchâs November newsletter centers on the congregationâs stewardship journey, âBearing Fruit for Jesus: His Grace and Power at Work within You.â Over three weeks, members will reflect on how to use their time, talents, and treasures for Godâs glory, culminating on Harvest Sunday, November 23. Each weekâs theme will be explored through sermons, studies, and prayerful commitment. Beyond stewardship, th
Oct 31, 20251 min read
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October 2025 Newsletter
đ Union Lutheran Church: Faith in Action This October Union Lutheran Churchâs October 2025 Messenger highlights a month filled with worship, community service, and spiritual growth. The congregation continues preparing for its upcoming âBearing Fruit for Jesusâ stewardship program with Bible studies and facilitator training. Members gathered for meaningful fellowship and outreach â from the Chicken and Dumplings Community Meal Fundraiser to volunteering at Dan Nicholas Parkâ
Oct 1, 20251 min read
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September 2025 Newsletter
đž Union Lutheran Church: Growing in Faith This September Union Lutheran Churchâs September 2025 Messenger celebrates a season of growth, learning, and community. Pastor Heidi Punt invites members to see Godâs Word with âclarity and beauty,â beginning a new series on the Book of Concord to help the congregation explore Scripture more deeply. The month is filled with opportunities for spiritual and community engagement â from the ongoing 90 Days Spiritual Fitness Bible study t
Aug 31, 20251 min read
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August 2025 Newsletter
âď¸ Union Lutheran Church: Serving and Growing Together Union Lutheran Churchâs August 2025 Messenger highlights a month filled with mission, fellowship, and preparation for a new season of ministry. Pastor Heidi Punt reflects on the gift of transformation through faith, encouraging members to remain steadfast in Godâs Word and active in service. The newsletter features updates on Mission Outreach projects, including support for local food pantries and global ministries throug
Jul 31, 20251 min read
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July 2025 Newsletter
đ Union Lutheran Church: Faith in Action This July Union Lutheran Churchâs July 2025 Messenger celebrates a vibrant month of service, worship, and community. The theme âGod in Action!â shines through stories from the churchâs Western North Carolina Mission Trip, where youth and adults shared their experiences of faith, teamwork, and service. From building homes to sharing nightly devotions, participants described the trip as life-changingââbeing the hands and feet of Jesus.â
Jun 30, 20251 min read
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June 2025 Newsletter
đĽ Union Lutheran Church: Following Jesus More Closely This June Union Lutheran Churchâs June 2025 Messenger invites members to draw nearer to Christ during the season of Pentecost. Pastor Heidi Punt reflects on discipleship through the theme âDo You Follow Jesus This Close?,â encouraging believers to follow Him with faith, obedience, and love. The month is filled with opportunities for worship, learning, and service: Western North Carolina Mission Trip (June 2â7) â Commissio
May 31, 20251 min read
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