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By Sandee Steinberg, Chair, Finance Committee As we near the end of our fiscal year let’s say “Thank You” to the members of this year’s finance team for all your hard work and your helpful input: Donna Miller, Barbara Drew, George Faulkner, Bonnie Gilbert, Mike Hanson, Jane Root, Scott Blaydon, and Denny Rodgers. On Thursday, … Continue reading Looking Ahead: UUCWC’s Financial Outlook and Budget Priorities for 2025-26
By Christine Piatek, for the Food Ministry When Food Ministry co-chairs Mike Muccioli and Jackie Thomas recently shared a few end-of-year statistics with the rest of the committee, we were astounded by the reach of our efforts. On a project-by-project basis, we tend to lose sight of what we have accomplished. In food drive donations … Continue reading Small Acts, Big Impact: Reflecting on a Year of Food Ministry Outreach
By Mike Hanson and Bonnie Gilbert, Endowment Committee Co-chairs We have an Endowment Fund to ensure that the church continues to exist and thrive over the long term. The fund is invested and professionally managed in concert with other UU church endowments in the UU Common Endowment Fund. The UUCWC Fund has grown nicely over … Continue reading Legacy in Action: More Than $14,000 in Grants Awarded Through Endowment Fund
By Barbara Drew, Jayme Trott, Lori O’Neil & Marcia Wittmann, Auction Committee Co-chairs We have been, we are, and we will be Finding Joy Together! Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, this year’s UUCWC Auction met—and surpassed—our $31,000 goal, with a surplus of approximately $8,000. In keeping with our values, 50% of that … Continue reading Finding Joy Together: 2025 UUCWC Auction Exceeds Expectations
By Holly Bussey, Liaison, Denominational Affairs June is fast approaching, and UUCWC is preparing to attend this year’s General Assembly (GA) in Baltimore, Maryland—a gathering that promises excitement and milestones for our congregation. Our own Rev. Lisa Schilansky will process on stage during the Service of the Living Tradition, and Director of Family Ministry Julie … Continue reading Meet Your General Assembly Delegates
By Holly Bussey, Facilitator, Faith Expression and Funding Team Ministry Mark your calendars. On June 1, UUCWC will welcome representatives from the Trenton MicroLoan Collaborative (TMC). The TMC’s mission is to help formerly incarcerated entrepreneurs build thriving businesses by providing zero-interest loans, accounting assistance, and ongoing support. Learn more at trentonmicroloan.org. This year, we deepened our partnership with Westminster … Continue reading Welcome Trenton Microloan Collaborative to UUCWC
By Barbara Drew, Earth & Climate Ministry Below is a brief synopsis of news provided by Earth & Climate Ministry, which we are calling Good, Green News. We are pleased to focus on these news items from various local, state, and national sources, cited below. Cornell Ornithological Lab February 2025 – Annual Bird Count More … Continue reading Good Green News
By Barbara Drew, for the Auction Committee The much-anticipated UUCWC Auction, Finding Joy Together!, is just days away. Now is the time to plan your participation in this fundraising and fun-raising event. Online bidding opens Saturday, April 26, at 9:00 a.m. and continues through Saturday, May 3, at 9:00 p.m. Beginning April 20, you can … Continue reading Auction 2025: Finding Joy Together!
By Ronnie And Ed Dobrowolski for the Social Action Ministry We had another successful Loaves and Fishes outreach program in 2025. We fed many individuals at the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption, also known as St Mary’s Cathedral in Trenton. Thank you to all the Loaves and Fishes volunteers. Here’s a breakdown of … Continue reading Another Successful Loaves and Fishes Outreach Program
By Chris Piatek, for the Food Ministry Our next food drive, on behalf of the Bucks County Opportunity Council (BCOC), will be on May 4, 11, and 18. Located in Bristol, Pennsylvania, BCOC’s mission is to reduce poverty and partner with the community to provide vital services that help families achieve stability and independence. The … Continue reading News from the Food Ministry for the Month of May
