Dear Friends,
A cardinal hopping from branch to branch in a Japanese Maple….
Large pelts of rain knocking on the window, blessedly pushing the heat wave out….
Kids splashing and laughing in the swimming pool, water shining up to the skies….
These are the sights and sounds of … read more.
Dear USG Community,
I am writing to you today on behalf of the Director of Spiritual Development Search Team with very exciting news!
The Search Team, comprised of myself, Rev. Kent Matthies, Jessica Slivak, Gerry Whelan, and Bob Williford, worked very hard for the last two months … read more.
Daniel joined the USG staff in 2013 and after three years of excellent service, he decided to leave USG to seek settled parish ministry. We wish him all the best in the next phase of his ministry.
In sharing his news with the congregation, Daniel wrote:
Dear Friends,
Here at USG as our 150th celebration winds down, we are coming off another wonderful visit from a past USG Minister. Returning for the first time in 20 years, Rev. Bill Gardiner and his wife Peggy brought many excellent memories and much love.
One of … read more.
Posted by Kent Matthies on March 23, 2016 at 11:00am
Dear Friends,
My gratitude abounds for February Study Leave. Thanks to everyone who worked to afford me the opportunity to take a full month of study, reflection and creativity.
During time away from my regular duties I went deeper … read more.
Posted by Kent Matthies on December 22, 2015 at 4:30pm
Dear Friends,
Alongside an historic drive sitting on six acres of grassy hills and live oaks our steeple reaches to the sky from lovely greening copper roof. Inside warm, brown beams and lovely stained glass windows create a … read more.
Posted by Daniel Gregoire on January 20, 2016 at 11:30am
As the assistant  minister in this congregation I work with our minister Kent, professional staff, various committees (Adult Spiritual Development and Child Spiritual Development) and lay members to make the mission of USG a reality. We are … read more.
