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UCJCI Update

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UCJCI MEN & YOUTH UNITE!! Monday Jun 24, 2019
	Healthy families play together! That was, indeed, what members of the Men’s and Youth Fellowships of Meadowbrook United Church (MUC) did on their trip to Hollywell National Forest Park, in the hills of St. Andrew, on April 6, 2019! It was a day of fun, frolic, bible study, meal-sharing, and Power Talk! The connection between the men and Youth was palpable. Throughout the day they found themselves bonding - a significant and community-transforming development and a tremendous way to mark the church’s 60th year! Leadership Corner “You can’t lead people if you need people.” John C. Maxwell No one can live on a level inconsistent with the way he or she sees him- or herself. You may have observed that in people. If someone sees him- or herself as a loser, he or she finds a way to lose. Anytime a person’s success surpasses their security, the result is self-destruction. That’s not only true for followers, but it’s also true for leaders. Insecure leaders are dangerous—to themselves, their followers, and the organizations they lead—because a leadership position amplifies personal flaws. Whatever negative baggage you have in life only gets more difficult to bear when you’re trying to lead others please click here for more information (PDF file)

EVANGELISM THE #HEARTBEAT OF THE CHURCH Wednesday Jun 12, 2019
	No activity or movement will be as effective in changing the social, economic and political landscape of Jamaica and the world than Evangelism. It is the heartbeat of God, and the highest call of Christ’s Church. Jesus’ parting words to His disciples were, “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you” (Matthew 28:19-20). LEADERSHIP CORNER “Smart leaders believe only half of what they hear. Discerning leaders know which half to believe.” (John C. Maxwell) Discernment can be described as the ability to find the root of the matter, and it relies on intuition as well as rational thought. Effective leaders need discernment, although even good leaders don’t display it all the time. For example, read this comment made by a leader: “I think there is a world market for about five computers.” Thomas J. Watson, Chairman of IBM (1943) Discernment is an indispensable quality for any leader who desires to maximize effectiveness. please click here for more information (PDF file)

MEADOWREST MEMORIAL GARDENS Honours its Marketers!! Thursday Jun 06, 2019
	On 55 acres of rolling, lush countryside, in rustic, easily accessible terrain in St. Catherine, Jamaica, lies Meadowrest Memorial Gardens, established and operated by the United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands since 1994. The success of this enterprise has, in no small part, been attributable to the relations and business generated by the Funeral Directors who patronize and assist to promote the burial site. LEADERSHIP CORNER “The true leader serves. Serves people. Serves their best interests, and in so doing will not always be popular, may not always impress. But because true leaders are motivated by loving concern rather than a desire fir personal glory, they are willing to pay the price.” (Eugene B. Habecker) please click here for more information (PDF file)

LIVES TRANSFORMED at Youth Convention 2019! Wednesday May 29, 2019
	The United Church’s Youth Convention 2019 was a life-transforming experience for some of our Youths, who came out to be inspired and challenged to live the theme, “DNA: Get It! Live It!” Held on April 20 at Kendal Camp and Conference Centre, Manchester, the theme made reference to “Deliberately Nurturing Another for Christ”, which indeed captured the activities and outcomes of the event. please click here for more information (PDF file)

WRMC Synodical Children's Rally! Wednesday May 22, 2019
	The Western Regional Mission Council’s Synodical Children’s Rally was a tremendous church– and community-impacting affair on Holy Thursday, April 18, 2019! With two hundred and eighty-seven (287) children and sixty-one (61) Church School teachers representing twenty-two (22) Church Schools, the Region celebrated the life and contributions of many of their children, with this event aimed at showcasing and developing their gifts and talents and shaping them for continued worship of God. Young Akim Bowen of the Lilliput United Church delivered the message for the Day, challenging the congregation based on Acts 16:2536, to be fearless and fervent in prayer, just as the Apostle Paul and Silas were. He prophesied that their “prison doors” will be opened and they will be set free to worship and make other disciples. please click here for more information (PDF file)

Our Moderator's Challenge Wednesday May 15, 2019
	At the UCJCI’s 41st Synod, our newly-installed Moderator, the Rt. Rev. Dr. Gordon Cowans, offered a thought-provoking challenge to the Church, to stand us in good stead for a fruitful synodical period: 2019-2021! The persistent erosion of family values in our societies has been accompanied by a mushrooming of antisocial behaviour and a degeneration of community. He therefore suggested… please click here for more information (PDF file)

UCJCI's 41st Synod Inspires and Challenges! Wednesday May 08, 2019
	"Inspired”, “motivated”, “challenged” are some of the words which Delegates of the UCJCI’s 41st Synod used to describe the impact of this sitting of the Church’s leadership on their own lives. The event was convened from April 30-May 2, 2019 in Montego Bay, Jamaica; with the Opening Service held at St. Paul’s United Church and the Business Sessions, at SeaGarden Beach Resort. please click here for more information (PDF file)

CIRMC Synodical Rally! Wednesday Apr 17, 2019
	With approximately one hundred and twenty (120) children and Youth in attendance, the Cayman Islands Regional Mission Council’s Synodical Children’s and Youth Rally, held on Palm Sunday, April 14, 2019, was filled with worshipful artistry, meaning, and impact! Marching to the popular song, “Enter into Jerusalem” the children entered Elmslie Memorial United Church in Grand Cayman with their palms in hand, in remembrance and celebration of the triumphal entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem... please click here for more information (PDF file)

NERMC Synodical Children's Rally! Thursday Apr 11, 2019
	NERMC Synodical Children’s Rally!! The North Eastern Regional Mission Council’s Synodical Children’s Rally, held at Webster Memorial United Church on April 7, 2019, was a wonderful fare of music, song, mime, dance, dub-poetry, poster and poetry competitions, and drum-beating!With a near-capacity audience, the children gathered and ministered to an eager congregation, filled with delight at the spiritedness and talent of such endearing young ones... please click here for more information (PDF file)

UCYAAM Ingathering Inspires! Wednesday Apr 03, 2019
	In fulfilling their mission of winning souls for the Kingdom of God and building up the Body of Christ, the United Church Young Adults Action Movement (UCYAAM) has embarked on a national Ingathering Project. This initiative showcases the gifts and talents of our young adults, and is also meant to raise funds and other resources for mission engagements. please click here for more information (PDF file)