Category: Council for Faith in Action

Thanks for Helping UUCWC

By Holly Bussey Since September, we’ve been actively raising awareness of our Raise Right Program—buying gift cards that generate funds for UUCWC with each purchase. We began with groceries. During this holiday season, we encouraged people to buy gift cards. We sold more than $4,000 in gift cards, raising more than $250 for UUCWC. Imagine … Continue reading Thanks for Helping UUCWC

Food Ministry and Faith Expression and Funding Team Join Forces

By Holly Bussey, Council for Faith in Action In November, two ministries within our Council for Faith in Action teamed up to address food insecurity in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Their coordinated effort focuses on two forms of support: collecting specific food items and providing financial assistance to local food banks. Each week, the Food … Continue reading Food Ministry and Faith Expression and Funding Team Join Forces

Celebrating Community and Connection with Trenton Microloan Collaborative

By Holly Bussey, Council for Faith in Action On Sunday, July 27, members of the Trenton Microloan Collaborative (TMC) joined our worship service to share stories of hope, transformation, and entrepreneurship. During coffee hour, we were treated to delicious cupcakes from one of TMC’s loan recipients—Royal Cakes & Café, located at 240 E. State Street, … Continue reading Celebrating Community and Connection with Trenton Microloan Collaborative

Welcome Trenton Microloan Collaborative to UUCWC

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

UUCWC Continues to Support Our Communities Even During Tough Times

By Holly Bussey, Facilitator, Faith in Funding Despite unprecedented challenges, UUCWC remains steadfast, generously supporting justice-seeking missions of community groups. We continue to aid vital initiatives, including the Food Ministry, HomeFront, Earth Climate, and the upcoming Climate/Justice Revival on March 22—don’t forget to register! Now past the halfway mark in our church year, the Faith Expression Funding … Continue reading UUCWC Continues to Support Our Communities Even During Tough Times

Faith in Action: Supporting UUA Disaster Relief After Hurricane Helene

By Holly Bussey, FEFT Facilitator As we learn about the devastation wrought by Hurricane Helene, we seek ways to help effectively. We want our money to go where it is most needed. This month, your Faith and Fund Expression Team (FEFT) Ministry will consider making a donation to support UUA Disaster Relief. Each month we … Continue reading Faith in Action: Supporting UUA Disaster Relief After Hurricane Helene

From Financial Support to Full Engagement

By Holly Bussey, CFA FEFT The Council for Faith in Action Faith Expressing and Funding Team’s (CFA-FEFT’s) vision, for this fiscal year, is twofold. We will continue our financial giving while encouraging deeper community involvement.Last year our donations exceeded $15,000. Thank you for this remarkable support. With funding secure, we’re shifting our focus, living our … Continue reading From Financial Support to Full Engagement

UUCWC Co-sponsors Peace Conference – We’d Love Two Volunteers

by Holly Bussey, Faith Expression Funding Team Facilitator The Coalition for Peace Action’s 44th Annual Conference for Peace is set for November 12. We have sponsored the event for over five years through the Council for Faith in Action’s Faith Expression and Funding Team Ministry (FEFT). As sponsors, UUCWC can have two representatives attend the … Continue reading UUCWC Co-sponsors Peace Conference – We’d Love Two Volunteers