By Mike Wilson On a gray Tuesday morning in Mercer County, twelve-year-old Amara Lopez sat at the kitchen table, staring at the phone she wasn’t supposed to use before school. Her cereal had gone soggy. Her backpack lay unzipped on the floor. The dog pawed at her leg. But Amara didn’t move. The screen flickered … Continue reading The Girl Who Lost Freedom: A story about freedom of attention and what happens when it is lost.

By Scott Cullen, CrossCurrents Editor If you’ve ever admired the stewardship materials or endowment brochures that make their way into your hands each year, or enjoyed one of UUCWC’s lovingly prepared meals, you’ve likely seen David Schumann’s creative touch at work. A member since 2016, David brings his artistry, humor, and generosity of spirit to … Continue reading UUCWC Meet & Greet: David Schumann

By Jessica Alaimo, Executive Director, Murray Grove As the birthplace of Universalism in America, Murray Grove stands as a symbol of radical hospitality, inclusion, and courage in the pursuit of justice. As our programs, partnerships, and retreat bookings expand, so does our need for strong, reliable support behind the scenes. To maintain this momentum, we … Continue reading Murray Grove Is Hiring: Join Us in Growing Our Mission

By Mike Wilson Across America, people are sensing something fragile slipping away—the everyday freedoms that speak to us as a democracy. The right to speak truth without fear, to be different, to vote with equality, to trust that government serves the people, all of these are under strain. But freedom disappears not only when it … Continue reading Voices from UUCWC | Empowering Democracy: A Unitarian Universalist Call to Reconnect, Act, and Teach

By Scott Cullen, CrossCurrents Editor If you’ve spent any time at UUCWC over the past decade, chances are you’ve crossed paths with Karen Kent. Since walking through our doors in 2012, she’s become deeply involved in all aspects of church life, from teaching classes and greeting newcomers to serving as Vice President of the Board. … Continue reading UUCWC Meet & Greet: Karen Kent

As we approach colder weather, it’s the perfect time to go through your closets and donate what you hardly wear to the residents of Carrier Clinic. The Clinic is seeking clothing for all seasons for women, men, and youth aged 12 and older. There will be a box labeled “Carrier Clinic Clothing Drive” in UUCWC’s … Continue reading UUCWC’s Earth and Climate Ministry Sponsors Clothing Drive for Carrier Clinic

Above: Bonnie and Bernie on vacation in Maine. By Scott Cullen, CrossCurrents Editor For nearly half a century, Bonnie and Bernie Ruekgauer have considered UUCWC their spiritual home. The couple joined the congregation in 1976, just as the church was establishing itself at its Washington Crossing location, and they have been vital to its growth … Continue reading UUCWC Meet & Greet: Bonnie & Bernie Ruekgauer

By Michael Wilson Let’s agree on something that should be obvious but increasingly feels like a whisper in a hurricane: violence erodes democracy. It doesn’t just break bones or windows; it weakens the invisible bonds of trust and mutual responsibility that keep a diverse society functioning. It doesn’t just threaten lives; it hollows out a … Continue reading Making the World More Fair and Caring | Voices from UUCWC: The Violent Undoing of the American Democratic Spirit

By Martha Bell, Congregational Engagement Our principal goal is to help members find nourishing ways to connect and engage with the work of our  church. We also provide resources to support working groups and leaders as they strive to fulfill their individual group missions. We work with the staff and engage with all committees and … Continue reading Making Connections: Spotlight on Congregational Engagement Ministry