Creating Space

Creating Space begins on February 1st, 2026


Creating Space is the foundation of our spiritual formation pathway as a church. It is based off our mission statement:


We are creating space to practice the way of Jesus by engaging with God, journeying together, and spreading hope. 


Creating Space is a collection of hour-long, small gatherings that meet for 8 weeks before or after our weekly church service (unless otherwise denoted).


There are three different types of Creating Space groups from which you can choose: 


engaging with God groups, journeying together groups, and spreading hope groups. 


We will operate in three 8-week terms throughout the year—spring, summer, and fall.

Winter/Spring 26 Creating Space Groups

Please look over each group and plan to show up for the one that you want to join for the upcoming semester.


Childcare will be available for the winter/spring session.

  • Ordinary Discipleship // Meets in the Prayer Room on Sundays at 11:30a

    Christian discipleship is about being a Christfollower. To be a follower is about more than mere information. Information is good and necessary, but it is not all that there is to being a disciple. We are to be formed in the ways of Jesus. At 10am on Sunday mornings we get information, let's turn that into a dialogue about how that information makes a difference in our ordinary walking around in our everyday lives. We will meet in room 137 (prayer room). Led by Laura and Matt Kasson. 


    The Deeply Formed Life // *Starts on 2/8* In Room 134 on Sundays at 11:30a

    We need a faith that goes deeper. We need a faith that doesn’t fade with the passing trend. We need a faith that is grounded in our everyday, ordinary lives. Join Nate as we read The Deeply Formed Life and discuss five important values of Spiritual Formation found throughout the pages of scripture. The values that we will discuss are: Contemplative Rhythms, Racial Justice, Interior Examination, Sexual Wholeness, and Missional Presence. You must be ready to read one or two chapters in The Deeply Formed Life and come ready to discuss every week. Please purchase The Deeply Formed Life, by Rich Villodas and read the Introduction by the first meeting on 2/8. Contact the church office if you need help ordering the book. Led by Nate Benner.


    Prayer Group // Meets in Prayer Room 137 on Sundays at 9am

    The prayer gathering meets on Sundays before the service to intentionally engage with God through prayer. Included in this prayer time, you will be invited to pray for the upcoming service, our church, and needs within the body. Led by Linda Cutting. Show up to join.

  • Journeying Together in Parenting // Meets in UCkids Room 103 at 11:30a

    Parents and caregivers of our UCkids, join us for the four Sundays in February for a short Creating Space group. Enjoy some low-key connecting time—sharing and learning together over snacks, large and small group facilitated conversations, training and just hanging out. Please RSVP to Allyson as soon as you can so she can arrange child care (607.239.3908 or aaylesworth@unioncenter.org).


    Sunday Morning Connection // Meets on Sundays at 8:30am in Room 131A

    This group creates space to connect with other adults as we share life together. Through sharing our weekly life experiences, we engage with God by seeing Him work in our lives and sharing our praises. We journey together through sharing where God has been leading us throughout the week. And we spread hope in praying together and encouraging each other along life’s journey. This group is limited to four new members this semester, so contact Greg if you would like to join: g.cisz5@gmail.com


    UC < 35 // *meets on Wednesday from 7 - 9pm in Room 131A*

    This is a group of 18-35 year olds that are building community with each other around the way of Jesus. Come chat with us about life with Jesus. Contact Jeremiah for more info:

    jeremiah478@gmail.com


    Women’s Group // *Meets on Thursdays at 9:30am in Room 134*

    The women’s group meets on Thursday mornings starting January 15, 2025 from 9:30-11:00am. We will be going through a 19-week study on the book of Romans. Any woman can join at anytime during the study. Contact Karen to join: kmayer1550@gmail.com.


    Men’s Group // *meets on Monday nights from 6:30-8:30p in Room 134*

    The men’s group is space to meet with other men within our church and community.  It’s an opportunity to study scripture and strengthen our spiritual walk with the Lord. We also periodically work on projects to help others in our church and the community. This group is organized by Olin Henneman. Show up to join.

  • Loving Our Kids // Meets in UC Kids on Sundays at 11:30a

    We create space to build relationships with kids through play, snacks and games as well as bless caregivers (including parents, single parents, grandparents, and foster parents) with freedom to join various other groups. Sign-up for adult helpers is require. Contact Allyson at aaylesworth@unioncenter.org


    CHOW // Meets in Room 130 on Tuesdays from 4-6p

    In order to help meet the growing food insecurity in the Binghamton region, we host a food pantry every Tuesday. The fourth Sunday of every month is designated as CHOW Sunday. We will announce that month’s needs to stock the pantry. If you are in need of food relief, please contact our office.