Exploring the Path to Membership 

We invite everyone that wants to attend, whether you are a member or not, to come and hear the history of the United Church of Christ and our church community. You will hear from church leaders as well as lay ministry leaders. If you have any questions, please contact the church at admin@uccasheville.org, or call at 828-252-8729.

Friends in Faith

UCC History & Theology: "Why is the United Church of Christ so weird and how did we get that way?"   
Tuesdays through October 15th.
7:15-8:30p, E-101
 
Over five sessions we will cover the European roots and denominational heritages of the church bodies that formed the United Church of Christ in 1957.  We will also explore the ways in which that history shaped the unique character of the UCC today.  We will discuss the theology of our church and how it developed, as well as our social and ethical commitments, such as UCC policies on racial justice, ethnic inclusiveness, ecumenical unity, gender and marriage equality, environmental justice and other concerns.  At the heart of the study will be the risky, innovative and visionary actions of our General Synod.  Rev. Dr. Rollin Russell, leader

​Owning Your Shadow
 9:00 am, Library
Sundays, Oct. 6 & 13th


“The dark thought, the shame, the malice: Meet them at the door laughing and invite them in.”  - Rumi

     Whenever I’ve attended workshops of the Jung Society, I’m fascinated at the various ways people seek authentic living through an exploration of their “shadow,” that part of the unconscious self hidden from our preoccupations (ego). Join us as we reflect and discuss recent essays by Richard Rohr devoted to shadow-work and its importance for enacting just-peace in the world. Advance reading is encouraged per the links below. Supplemental readings and activities will be provided in class.  All are welcome.  Eric Lyons, presenter.

​​Bridging Chasms
Sunday, Oct. 20th
9:00 am

​     If you receive our church’s Daily Devotionals, you know what a remarkable group of inspired writers we have in our congregation!   On Sunday, Oct. 20th, Alice Martin-Atkins will be our guest presenter as we reflect on her devotional from 9/23/19 based on Luke 16:19-31. Come find out how “breaking down the beliefs, barriers, and fears that separate us from loving and caring for each other” is essential for acting just-peace in the world. Participants will be provided a copy of the devotional for reflection and discussion.  Alice Martin-Atkins, presenter.