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A community COMMUNITY

that’s made for togetherness

he need to belong is a basic groups that meet regularly to keep House of Prayer Interdenominational Church
human necessity — we all members connected.
want a sense of community. First United Methodist Church of A vibrant mix of denominations many local clubs and groups that can
T T That’s one of the things that Union County is a big, bustling church calls Blairsville-Union County home. be found here.
makes Union County so great! Build- where it seems there’s always some- Presbyterian, Catholic, Lutheran, Bap- The “big three” service clubs are
ing rewarding relationships is easy thing going on — whether it’s casual, tist and more all open their doors to represented. The Union County
thanks to small-town living, a multi- friends, family and neighbors alike. Rotary Club meets for lunch weekly,
tude of caring organizations, and a You have plenty of Whether you’re looking for an inti- and the Union County Lions Club has
large faith community of churches opportunities to get mate service or a large congregation been around since 1966. Blairsville
and congregations. with a variety of programs, there’s Kiwanis Club serves the local commu-
involved, whether it’s with something here for everyone. nity through various service projects.
FAITHFUL NEIGHBORS a church, community Masons meet regularly at Allegh-
Church life in Union County is rich and CARING FRIENDS eny Masonic Lodge #114, while several
vibrant. Worship styles range from tra- outreach or animal rescue Union County is a community that veterans’ groups can be found in the
ditional to contemporary, and activi- organization. “walks the talk” when it comes to area, including the Veteran’s Service
ties include everything from Bible hospitality and service — whether it’s Organization and the American
studies and youth groups to senior contemporary and traditional services volunteering with a charitable organi- Legion Post 121 & Auxiliary.
programs, weekly dinners and small on Sunday, or basketball and seniors’ zation or participating in one of the continued on next page
group fellowship. educational enrichment programs
Without fail, you’re sure to find a during the week. Midweek, the church
denomination, congregation and style gathers for dinner together, followed
of worship with which you can con- by special programs, including Bible
nect. Check the Directory on page 53 study, adult handbells, and children’s
for a listing of local churches. and youth programs.
St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, for The House of Prayer Interdenomi-
example, has a very active Outreach national Church is known for its free
Ministry that assists those in need summer camp and large HOPE Center.
throughout the community. St. Clare’s In addition, it offers a busy night of
also has popular adult Christian edu- programs each Wednesday, including
cation classes, youth and children’s a fellowship meal, classes for kids of all
programs, and men’s and women’s ages, Bible studies and a prayer meeting.

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