WELCOME TO UNIVERSITY PARK CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN WEB SITE. We hope this will help link you to our congregation and its activities. We invite you to explore some of what makes us who we are, and to be in touch if you have questions. Thanks for stopping by — join us in person soon!
pam December 19th, 2009
Sunday school and worship services on December 20, 2009 are cancelled due to the snow. Please enjoy God’s revealing beauty in the snow and stay home and off the roads.
Please watch this website to find out more information regarding the scheduled Christmas Eve service for Thursday, Dec. 24th at 7:30pm
kim November 4th, 2009
From the worship service on November 1, whose theme was “Overflowing with thankfulness…”
There is a Buddhist tradition of wearing a thin red cord that has had knots tied in it as signs of protection and blessing. The knots are tied by a religious leader, and the cord is a reminder of the blessings offered the wearer. Reminders are often what we need. Sometimes it is work to be thankful. It takes effort to achieve gratitude. Yet when time and attention are taken, there is much for which to be grateful every day.
Anne Lamott (in Plan B: Further Thoughts on Faith) talks about a red cord she wears around her wrist, which was given her by a Buddhist friend and was blessed by the Dalai Lama. Though she’s a Presbyterian, she wears this reminder as a sign to herself. She remembers other red cords that speak of connection and of the protection of God: the umbilical cord that, in our earliest days, connects us to life; and the scarlet rope hung from the window of Rahab (in the story of Joshua and the taking of Jericho,) which stood as a signal that this woman and her family were to be protected.
Take a piece of red string (which will be distributed) today. Call to mind some of the things you’re thankful for — people or experiences or an awareness — and as you think of each, tie a knot in the red cord. Then, each day this week, add a knot or two as you recall things for which you’re grateful during the day. You may want to wear the cord around your wrist, to put it in a pocket or wallet, or simply to keep it nearby. Let it be for you a reminder of the blessings you know and of the connection to God that is yours. Let it be an emblem of the ways your life overflows with thankfulness.
pam September 18th, 2009
World Communion Sunday & Love Feast - Sunday, October 4, during the 10:50 am Worship
During worship, we’ll be re-affirming our connections to all God’s people, engaging in a symbolic act of service, receiving the bread and cup, and sharing a common meal. We hope to include those who might not be able to come in the evening, and plan to end by about 12:30 p.m. More details will come soon.
pam September 18th, 2009
The Sabbath Economics study group will begin meeting again NEXT SUNDAY, September 27 immediately following the service in the library with a brown bag lunch, so please come join us and bring a lunch - especially if you weren’t able to attend the first series because of the early hour. During the first series of meetings we had a Bible study on the theology of economics, or, simply put, God’s economics. Now we will explore how we can begin to live out that theology by interpreting these teachings for our own times and lives. See you then!
pam September 18th, 2009
Next Sunday, September 27 9:30 a.m.
Over the next four weeks, we’ll be hearing from a number of constituencies about needs and perspectives on the current health care situation. The first session, next week, will focus on sharing of our personal experiences with the health care system, and how they shape our attitudes toward what reforms are needed. Steve Seitz facilitates
pam June 8th, 2009
Join us on Saturday, June 20 and give a little attention to your own health! Try some ways of tending body, mind, and spirit; learn from those trained in
For Kids:
We’ll have a lunch grill going with grilled veggies, buffalo burgers and other alternatives to the usual will be available. Stop in for a visit!
Saturday, June 20 11am to 3 pm
outside and in at Tuckerman St. and Route 1, Hyattsville
University Park Church of the Brethren
4413 Tuckerman Street, Hyattsville MD 20782
for more information call 301-864-4328
pam April 26th, 2009
UPCOB joins the Prince George’s County CROP walk again this year!
The 2009 Prince George’s County cropwalk is being held Sunday, May 3. We’ll all meet after church at Lake Artemesia (Wells Parkway Rink) for the kickoff at 1:00pm. After the CROP Walk everyone is invited back to Kim & Hooker’s house (approx. 3pm) for Kabob’s on the grill. Bring a side dish, salad or dessert to share! For more information on the CROP Walk contact Erin Rutter or the church office.
pam April 26th, 2009
Handmade Quilts & Comforters, Handcrafts, Gifts & Artwork, Baked Goods & Food and much more!
All proceeds benefit the Brethren Emergency Disaster Response Fund and the Mid-Atlantic transportation fund. This auction is sponsored by the Church of the Brethren Mid-Atlantic District.
May 2, 2009 at the Carroll County Agricultural Center, Westminister, MD
Rain or Shine
Breakfast 7:00-9:30am All food booths open at 10:00am
Homemade pies, donuts, ice cream, popcorn, pizza, soups, hot dogs, vegtable and fruit salads, turkey bbq and country ham sandwiches, dessert stand, bake stand and more!
Auction Schedule
General Items Auction - 9:00 am
Special Items Auction - 9:30 am
Quilt Auction - 12:00 noon
Bring your lawn chairs and come join the fun!
pam April 14th, 2009
Get your creative juices flowing and submit an idea for a theme or slogan for the Wellness Fair on June 20 at the University Park Church of the Brethren. What associations do you have with wellness? Theme submissions will be received by Steve Seitz or the church office through April.
4413 Tuckerman St
University Park
Maryland, 20782
(301) 864-4328 [map]