IN THE SPOTLIGHT
My heart, O God, is steadfast, my heart is steadfast; I will sing and make music. -Psalms 57:7
As UCC Fort Lauderdale celebrates our 70th anniversary, we are excited and hopeful to see where God is leading us into the next 70 years of our life together. As we look toward the future, the Legacy Campaign is an opportunity for us to invest in the campus and ministries of this beloved congregation as we continue to serve our neighbors, grow in faith, and welcome all into our sacred space.
Upcoming Events
And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, Hebrews 10:24
Fellowship
For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.” Matthew 18:20
Worship & Faith
For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.” Matthew 18:20
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Join us in worship and faith.
WORSHIP SERVICE
March 24 at 10:30 AM
Worship Service with Pastor Aaron Lauer
ALL ARE WELCOME
Join us for this service of prayer and contemplation.
Our Worship Services are live-streamed and can also be viewed at any time on our website at LIVE WORSHIP
SUNDAYS
Sunday Morning Lenten Prayers
Sundays, March 9 - April 13, 9:45 a.m.
James Chapel
Each Sunday morning in Lent we will gather in the chapel for a time of prayer and meditation. Please come with the prayers and concerns of your heart to share with your family of faith and with God.
MONDAYS
From Rev Jeff Wheeler...
2025 Monday ZOOM Discussions
Monday Night Zoom
Lenten Devotional
Mondays, March 10 - April 7, 7:00 p.m.
We will be reading the Lenten Devotional “Into the Deep”
available for purchase in the church office or on the Pilgrim Press
website for $5. Please reach out to Jeff Wheeler for Zoom login
information (wheelerjeff@bellsouth.net).
The holidays of Passover and Easter are late this year. Passover begins April 12th and Easter is April 20th. We are hoping we can take a few weeks off in March and begin a Lenten Study by mid to late March.
To participate in the zoom sessions use the button:
so we can send you a link to the Zoom session.
NEWS AND VIEWS
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. -Philippians 4:8
Out Clique Magazine is now a community partner with United Church of Christ Fort Lauderdale. Pastor Aaron Lauer will contribute a monthly article to the magazine. Visit the Out Clique Magazine website for exciting news and views!
Read All of Pastor Aaron's Out Clique Articles.
This months article: Have Yourself a Queer Little Christmas!
A UCCFTL MONTHLY SERIES
by Kathy Brodeur
UCCFTL Congregational Care Outreach
October 3, 2024
It Isn't Just A Building
United Church of Christ Fort Lauderdale Celebrates 70 Years of Building Community
by Nile Fortner
Our UCC FTL was featured in a recent South Florida PBS Documentary, "Safe Spaces for LGBTQ+ Communities in South Florida l Your South Florida"
If you didn't see the PBS documentary this past week, there is the UCC segment link on FACEBOOK and as well as the FULL documentary link below:
UCC SEGMENT on Facebook, CLICK HERE: PRIDEFUL
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, Matthew 25:35
Get Involved:
You can make a difference!
EVERY THURSDAY
Please bring any donations to the church Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. or Sunday before or after worship.
Our UCC Ruth Ministry is here to assist our un-homed community each and every week. With a staff of devoted volunteers, we strive to help those in need.
Our pantry always needs restocking so that we can continue our feeding program every Thursday.
Please drop off items during the week between 9am-2pm or bring to Sunday Worship Service.
On Wednesdays and Thursdays, we can always use more volunteers too!
DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED
JOIN US FOR OUR NEXT UCC ADOPT-A-STREET CLEANUP. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED. DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED.
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The United Church of Christ Fort Lauderdale sponsors a neighborhood street in support of our community. Our sponsored area is NE 6th Avenue between Oakland Park Blvd. and 26th Street.
The clean up only takes about 1 hour with 6-8 volunteers. All supplies are provided – collections bags, gloves, pickers, safety vests, etc. If you would like to volunteer or if you have any questions, please contact: Kathy Brodeur at 508-729-3062 and provide your name so we may expect you or complete our form.
Meet at Scandals Bar parking lot 3073 NE 6th Ave, Wilton Manors, at 9:30 AM
Ruth Ministry
Ruth Ministry happens because of community support. Every Thursday, 20 to 30 volunteers donate their time and talents to serving others; yet Ruth Ministry is a 7-days-a-week operation of care and concern. Some of the volunteers are our church members but others come from throughout the community. People of different faiths, people who are searching to help others, people from all cultures and backgrounds make up our diverse community of volunteers. Everyone is welcome to come and volunteer.
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Congregational Care
Clergy and church leaders genuinely want to care for people in the congregation and community. UCC Congregational Care Ministry provides care, concern, compassion, prayer and support for families and individuals at various stages, places and circumstances of life and engages the congregation in service and community for one another. In need of care call us at 954-563-4271 or email at admin@uccftl.org.
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. Ecclesiastes 4:9-12
