Union Baptist Church is Building Spiritual and Relational Vitality Through:

Spiritual Activities

What's happening in East Killingly? The excitement continues to build as "new hope" is brought to this community through the missional arm of New Hope Community Ministries. The changes began in the physical plant, transforming a seldom used space into a multi-use building. The spiritual truths remain steady and sure, but the purpose is now a 21st century expression of the ancient faith of Biblical Christianity. 

Sunday morning (10am) is a time of praise, worship and challenging messages calling all who attend to examine, upgrade, realign, or begin their personal faith walk. 

Sunday morning following worship the Music Ministry will meet for practice. Any one interested in joining should see Shannon or Paster Steve

Sunday evening (6pm) there is a brief time of worship and then we delve into Bible study and discussion. Bring your questions of faith. Bring your Bible and be prepared to learn how to apply God's Word (the Bible) to your everyday life.  

Tuesday evening (7pm) Study the Book of Romans: a time for us to come and "discuss," or as God said: "let us reason together." We dig deeper, and encourage one another to "come in closer and climb higher" as members of the Body of Christ, and to pray for each other, our loved ones and our community. 

Educational and Recreational Activities

Serving the children and youth of our community with structured programs

Camp Opportunity: a licensed Day Camp for children ages 4-12. Established in July 2005, Camp "O" is rapidly becoming the choice of parents looking for a high quality, affordable day camp.

Summer Day Camp: Monday - Friday 8:30am-4:00pm; Extended Hours: 7-8:30am & 4-5:30pm. 

Camp includes: crafts, nature, learning centers to keep our academic skills honed, sports, music, swim, field trips to nature centers/parks. Children are divided into age units, with adult leaders experienced in working with children. It is an active day, with a lot of experiences and fun. Our senior staff is CPR & First Aid certified, and we are pleased that each year we are one of the few licensed camps in the state receiving a 100% compliance rating on our unannounced state inspections. These inspections cover the physical plant and other regular sites used, staff eligibility, program design and content, safety and health by CT Department of Youth Camping Inspectors and a pre-camp inspection by the CT Department of Health, Fire Marshall, DMV safety insepction of all camp vehicles, and water testing. (see Youth Programs page)

 HIKING & BIKING FOR HEALTH - led by Pastor Steve Poudrette 860-779-2355 or NHCM 860-774-7709

This is all about the whole person. Pastor Steve leads groups (ages 10+) on hikes and rides through state forests. These vary in length and time according to the ability of the group. In all cases, they are about appreciating God's creation, learning and caring about conservation & the environment. They are also about caring for the temple of the Holy Spirit, that is: our bodies. Pastor Steve is an experienced hiker, and bicyclist with CPR & First Aid certification.

Thank you for your continued support

The members and volunteers of New Hope Community Ministries greatly appreciate those who have helped to build and sustain this work of God. Our ongoing efforts to bring hope to the people of the Quiet Corner, and to positively affect our community for Christ - with the love of God - is never ending. We are teaching people of all ages (preschool/camp, teens, adults) to work hard and make wise choices. In all of this, though, there is often a "need." If someone is hungry, cold, without medicine or clothing, it is difficult for them to talk about spiritual matters. If their children need better "opportunities" than what the public school system can offer, but they cannot afford a private school; if their children need day care during the summer months, or simply need the chance to discover the fun and learning "opportunities a camp offers," but they cannot afford it....? If the elderly are living on the edge, alone, afraid, needing transportation, good food, company, to hear the word of God in Bible studies, or simply the uplifting of their spirits with a good hymn sing...? The answers are all the same: God's people offering their "time, talent, and yes, treasure."

Jesus said, "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." If you believe God "loves the little children / cares for widows and orphans / challenges us to care for and honor our parents / calls His people to feed the hungry, cloth the naked, etc....then won't you please consider supporting our efforts by:

• praying for us
• volunteering in one of our ministries
• committing to a monthly gift to underwrite the cost of our steps of faith?   

Businesses and individuals who may wish to assist with a donation of goods, services, time, or money should call Pastor Bill at 860-774-7709, or fill out our online form and we will be in touch with you. 

New Hope Community Ministries, Inc . 1369 Hartford Pike .  PO Box 134. East Killingly, CT 06243    
Contact us by phone: 860-774-7709 fax:860-774-6653  or  email:  nhcm@sbcglobal.net

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