United Church
of Christ
East Goshen

United Church
of Christ East Goshen

Events & Outreach @ UCCEG

"And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near." - Hebrews 10:24-25

Events

In addition to our weekly Worship Service, we invite you to join us at any or all of our UCCEG events.
Please check our bulletin, newsletter and blog for even more events!

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Monthly

Annual

  • Cafe Script - Tuesdays @ 1 p.m.

    Cafe Script is the Pastor's weekly Bible Study.  We look at a passage from Scripture and share, learn and grow together.   We meet in the fellowship hall or outside.

  • Choir Rehearsal - Wednesdays @ 7pm

    Please contact the Music Director to find out more about the choir or if you would like to sing or play a musical instrument for worship. We also have a bell choir which plays for special occasions. Bell choir rehearses  as needed after Sunday worship.

  • Sunday School

    We are currently reviewing our Sunday School program. Stay tuned for more information.

  • Group Spiritual Formation

    We gather once a month for a small group spiritual formation experience. In 2022, we reviewed Joyce Rupp's book, "Cup of Our Life". Our latest gathering was Saturday, 2/25/23. We explored the topic of spirituality. What is it? How does it differ from religion?  How do we practice our spirituality? Stay tuned for more small group opportunities!

  • Blessing of the Animals

    Every year around Earth Sunday, we invite the whole community and their pets to gather outdoors to thank God for the animals that mean so much to us, to remember those who have died, and to pray for all of God's good creation.  This year's Blessing of the Animals has been postponed until the fall, near the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi (known for his love of animals and all Creation). Check back for more information on this special service. We hope you'll join us!

     

  • AppleButter Festival

    Our big "Fun-Raiser", the AppleButter festival has something for EVERYONE!  Music, food, crafters, bake sale, silent auction, raffles, and homemade applebutter, made the old-fashioned way, over an open fire. Last year's ABF was held on October 8, 2022.  Click here to learn more.

Outreach

Part of the UCCEG mission statement is giving back to the community. Below is a list of some of the ways we do that.

  • On-Going Food Collection

    We have long supported various local charities with food collections including most recently West Chester Food Cupboard. 

  • Our Garden

    We maintain a gleaning garden on our property and donate the produce to the West Chester Food Cupboard.

  • 5 for 5 Offering

    Throughout the year, we support the United Church of Christ's Special Mission Offerings: One Great Hour of Sharing, Strengthen The Church, Neighbors In Need and The Christmas Fund.

  • Salvation Army Meals

    For many years our members have supplied a meal for homeless and people in need every first Thursday of the  month.

  • Blessing of the Animals

    This special annual event also raises money for local pet/animal charities.

  • Church World Service Blanket Appeal

    By collecting Mother's Day dedications to appear in the bulletin each year we raise several hundred dollars to help provide those in need around the world with warm blankets.

  • Bread for the Children of Peru

    For at least 10 years UCCEG and it's members have sponsored children by sending money for school supplies and food staples.

  • Bridge of Hope

    Our women's group supports this organization with different collections that help single mothers and their children in Chester and Lancaster Counties.

  • Bethany Children's Home

    Our women's group also supports this non-profit that helps children placed there by the juvinile justice system.