Category: Committee News

Climate & Social Justice Dialogues: Opportunities to Change the World Together

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By Leslie McGeorge, Barbara Drew, and Sandee Steinberg, Earth and Climate Ministry The Council for Faith in Action (CFA) invites you to participate in our church’s Climate & Social Justice Congregational Dialogues on Saturday, March 22nd at UUCWC. UUs in over 400 congregations throughout the country have held these workshops at their places of worship … Continue reading Climate & Social Justice Dialogues: Opportunities to Change the World Together

UUCWC Enters Partnership with Trenton MicroLoan Collaborative

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By Holly Bussey, Facilitator, Faith Expression and Funding Team Ministry The Unitarian Universalist Church at Washington Crossing (UUCWC) has joined forces with the Trenton MicroLoan Collaborative (TML), an initiative dedicated to supporting formerly incarcerated individuals and returning citizens in Trenton and surrounding areas. TML provides microloans and services to entrepreneurs who have been in business … Continue reading UUCWC Enters Partnership with Trenton MicroLoan Collaborative

General Assembly 2025: A Unique Opportunity for UUCWC Members

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By Holly Bussey, Liaison, Denominational Affairs It’s just a train ride away! Join fellow UUCWC members already registering and securing accommodations for the upcoming General Assembly (GA), June 18-22, 2025, in Baltimore, Maryland. This is a unique opportunity to engage in a fulfilling week of workshops, connections, and fun with Unitarian Universalists from around the … Continue reading General Assembly 2025: A Unique Opportunity for UUCWC Members

Where Does 50% of the Plate Go?

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By Holly Bussey, Facilitator, Faith Expression and Funding Team Ministry We, The Faith Expression and Funding Team Ministry (FEFT), decide where to send the 50% of the Plate we collect on Sunday mornings. Last financial year, funding from the Plate was more than $15,000. This year, we’ve already exceeded $8,000. Thank you. Our mission is … Continue reading Where Does 50% of the Plate Go?

Allies’ Garden in 2024

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By Al Johnson, Earth and Climate Ministry Co-chair Allie’s Organic Garden is operated by UUCWC’s Earth and Climate Ministry (ECM) to provide produce for local food aid programs. All 2024 produce has now been harvested with the help of children in the Youth Faith Engagement Program in coordination with Julie Rigano, Family Ministry Director. Growing … Continue reading Allies’ Garden in 2024

Eco-Leadership in Action: UUCWC’s Gold-Level River Friendly Initiatives for a Healthier Community

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By Steve Saddlemire, Earth and Climate Ministry One of UUCWC’s best-kept secrets is our participation in The Watershed Institute (Pennington, NJ) River Friendly program. The program is open to nonprofits, individuals, and local businesses who seek to keep our region’s water supply clean and healthy. We were awarded Gold-level status in 2020 because of our strong policies and … Continue reading Eco-Leadership in Action: UUCWC’s Gold-Level River Friendly Initiatives for a Healthier Community

Hungry Church and Concertgoers Will Love Our Bowl of Chili

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By Christine Piatek, for the Food Ministry Last year’s chili fundraiser for the Interfaith Food Alliance (IFA) was so well-received that the Food Ministry has agreed to sponsor another this year in conjunction with the fabulous jazz band concert on Sunday, December 15th.  Right after the 10 am service and before the noon concert (which … Continue reading Hungry Church and Concertgoers Will Love Our Bowl of Chili