Author: UUCWC

UUCWC Works and Enjoys General Assembly 2023

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By Holly Bussey, Denominational Affairs Liaison More than 4,100 Unitarian Universalists participated in the multiplatform General Assembly (GA) June 21–25, with 1,768 online registrants and 2,380 in-person registrants in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. From the David L. Lawrence Convention Center onsite participants absorbed stunning views of the Allegheny River and picturesque downtown architecture. Online participants enjoyed their … Continue reading UUCWC Works and Enjoys General Assembly 2023

UUCWC’s Generosity Tops $30,000

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by Holly Bussey, Faith Expression Funding Team Facilitator “Generosity and gratitude are inexplicably linked” –Judith Martin Most of us are familiar with the Sunday Service Financial Affirmation that says, in part, “50% of the plate goes to causes, outside our walls, that are helping to change the world.” The ministry responsible for evaluating causes and … Continue reading UUCWC’s Generosity Tops $30,000

Four Is My Number One

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By Julie Rigano, Director of Family Ministry It’s hard to pick, but I think the fourth Unitarian Universalist principle is my favorite. I believe that a free and responsible search for truth and meaning is the core of our faith development at all ages. We are blessed with the freedom to explore and find what … Continue reading Four Is My Number One

Our Financial Year In Review

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By Steve Saddlemire, Past Chair, Finance Committee The past twelve months have been active and productive for the Finance Committee. We established a number of important initiatives and I am pleased to provide an update on their status. Our important tasks included: All the members of the Finance Committee should be proud of these accomplishments … Continue reading Our Financial Year In Review

The Latest on the Capital Campaign

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by Jayme Trott, Co-chair, Capital Campaign Status: The Hopewell Township Planning Board memorialized the approved UUCWC site plan. There remained a few minor contingencies that have been addressed and documentation has been submitted back to the Township. We have signed a contract with BuildPro to be our general contractor, and they will begin the building … Continue reading The Latest on the Capital Campaign

Keeping It Kindled! Auction 2023: There’s Something for Everybody!

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by Marcia Wittmann, Auction Team The much-anticipated UUCWC Spring Auction, “Keeping It Kindled” is right around the corner! Now’s the time to look ahead and plan your participation in this fundraising and fun-raising, event. Online bidding opens Saturday, April 29, at 9:00 am., and continues through Saturday, May 6, ending promptly at 9:00 pm. You’re … Continue reading Keeping It Kindled! Auction 2023: There’s Something for Everybody!

Capital Project Is About to Begin

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by Jayme Trott, Co-chair, Capital Campaign It’s REALLY HAPPENING! The Hopewell Township Planning Board memorialized the approved UUCWC site plan and we are in the process of signing the contract with BuildPro to be our general contractor for this project! Next, the contractor will present Hopewell Township with the architectural plans to review for building … Continue reading Capital Project Is About to Begin

We Need to Hear From You About the Article II Project

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by Holly Bussey, Liaison, Denominational Affairs In a separate article, we introduced our GA delegates. This team represents UUCWC in important issues at a national level. This year is super important and we’re hoping to hear from the congregation about one very important issue—the proposal to move from our Statement of Purposes and Principles to … Continue reading We Need to Hear From You About the Article II Project