Open and Affirming Statement of the Chewelah United Church of Christ "Adopted by the membership March 19, 2000"
Open and Affirming Statement of the Chewelah United Church of Christ
“Adopted by the membership March 19, 2000”
“In keeping with our mission of “being children of God, united in our belief in Christ, and called to love one another as God loves us”, and to deepen our mutual involvement in the aims and work of the General Synod, Chewelah UCC declares itsself to be Open and Affirming, joyfully welcoming people of any sexual orientation, race, gender, age, nationality, marital status, economic circumstances, emotional condition, physical or mental ability to all levels of the church.”
Adult Book Studies
Join this group to find enjoyable information about the Bible, ask the questions you always wanted to ask and delve deeper into the meanings of Bible passages.
Prayers and Concerns
Email your Prayers and Concerns to Sara (uccchewelah@gmail.com). Call the church (509-935-8046) or mail to: East 10 Webster Avenue
Chewelah, WA 99109
Good Intent
The ladies of Good Intent work continuously on supporting the Church e.g., providing funeral lunches/dinners, receptions, and fund raising projects for the kitchen. Additionally, “These Days Devotionals,” are provided by Good Intent.
Good Intent meets the first Wednesday of each month at 1 pm. Please join in the service and social projects of this group. Please contact the church for additional information and consider becoming a part of our wonderful Good Intent activities.
The Pantry
The Pantry provides emergency food all year round and special collections at Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter. If you would like to receive a special food basket or know someone in need, contact Sara via the church office. Phone: 509-935-8046 or email us at the UCC office: uccchewelah@gmail.com.
The Good Neighbor members will put your dollars to work in The Pantry and any monetary donations are greatly appreciated.
Church Facility Offering
The United Church of Christ has a building with a large fellowship hall, commercial size kitchen with dishes, chapel space, and classrooms. A refrigerator, freezer, two ovens, and large counter spaces for preparation and serving make large or small group serving easy.
For more information on facility use or banquet service please contact Mary Ann or Sara via the Church Office, 935-8046 or send an email to: uccchewelah@gmail.com
Mission and Stewardship
“God will meet your need with generosity exceeding yours . . . ” (Philippians 4:19)
The Mission and Stewardship Ministry encourages the joy of giving. UCC members participate in special offerings each year. One Great Hour of Sharing, Neighbors in Need, Strengthen the Church, The Christmas Fund and Our Churches Wider Mission. Locally, UCC supports Chewelah Food Bank the food pantry.
Christian Education
Youth are ready for more. They ask bigger, more complex questions about God, themselves, and the world around them. They’re ready to take on more responsibility in the life of the church, whether that be in worship, outreach programs, or special events. And they’re eager for larger adventures, whether that be on camping trips to remote destinations or just having fun together.
Chewelah UCC strives to be faithful companions with our middle school, high school and younger children as they discover their journey of faith.
Community Service
Chewelah UCC supports service groups as a church and in partnership with Chewelah Faith Resources Group (CFRG). Chewelah UCC hosts AA, Girl Scouts, often collects clothing/household items for those in need, supports the local Food Bank, and joins CFRG in sponsoring TASTY (a service to provide supplemental food assistance to families and children during summer months).