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After years of dimly lit presenters and performers, a lighting upgrade is finally taking center stage. By Andrew Kidd (Editor’s note: Starting with the August 30th service, you may have noticed a change in the sanctuary lighting, which now better illuminates the podium. In the first installment of a multi-part series, Andrew Kidd explains the … Continue reading Shedding New Light on the Sanctuary Part 1: Defining the Problem
By Scott Cullen, CrossCurrents Editor Four new adult Faith Engagement programs will be offered in September and October. “I’m excited about these offerings and how they will speak to the world and to our individual lives at this time,” emphasized Rev. Kim. This fall’s programs include: 1. Simple Church Book Discussion – Are you in … Continue reading Fall Adult Faith Engagement Programs
By Sylvia Light for Earth & Climate Ministry Looking for ways to get fresher, healthier food on your table? UUCWC’s Earth & Climate Ministry has compiled a list of local farms, markets, and orchards offering a bounty of responsibly grown vegetables, fruits, dairy, meat, and other specialties. Their products are fresher than flown-in and long-haul … Continue reading A New UUCWC Resource: Area Farmers’ Markets, Farm Stands, and Orchards
So many things, actually. New board members, our Fall retreat to define Board goals for the year, the new Community Connector and Rental Coordinator positions, and our wonderful programming to Create Community, Celebrate Life, and Change the World! – Bob Alt I’ve recently joined the Stewardship Committee and am interested to see what we can … Continue reading What Has You Excited About the Upcoming Year at UUCWC?
Sandee on a hike in the Adirondacks. By Scott Cullen Sandee Steinberg found her way to UUCWC in 2018, thanks to a recommendation from her eldest son, Ben, who had attended a couple of times and thought she might feel at home here. He was right. Sandee became a member in 2019 and has since … Continue reading UUCWC Meet & Greet: Sandee Steinberg Finds the Community She Was Seeking
Recently, we asked various UUCWC members how they spent their summer vacation. This is what they shared. Northern Michigan, relaxing with family and friends, and enjoying time on a lake. – Bob Alt Now that we are empty nesters, my husband and I don’t plan many summer vacations. We vacation at other times of the … Continue reading How I Spent My Summer Vacation: UUCWC Members Share Their Adventures
Last month we asked congregants what books were on their summer reading lists. Because we had so many responses, we turned this into a two-part segment. As you will continue to see, UUCWC congregants are prolific readers. I got on an Elizabeth Strout kick. I still haven’t read Olive Kitteridge, but I have read: My … Continue reading What Books Are on Your Summer Reading List? Part 2
Community Connector Paul Muñiz brings a sociologist’s perspective, a passion for building relationships, and plenty of curiosity to UUCWC. By Scott Cullen, CrossCurrents Editor When Paul Muñiz began his new role as UUCWC’s first Community Connector in August, he stepped into a position that is still intentionally taking shape. His goal is to strengthen relationships, … Continue reading Building Connections One Relationship at a Time
By Pam Shadzik for the Congregational Engagement Ministry In 2018, UUCWC adopted the 8th Principle by congregational vote: “We covenant to affirm and promote: Journeying toward spiritual wholeness by working to build a diverse multicultural Beloved Community by our actions that accountably dismantle racism and other oppressions in ourselves and our institutions.” Our Racial Justice … Continue reading Spotlight on Racial Justice Ministry
by Marcia Wittmann on behalf of the Food Ministry team Summer is the season for time off and much-needed vacations. But the Food Ministry has been as busy as ever, helping to fight food insecurity in our greater community. To give you a sense of what we’ve been up to and what’s ahead, here are … Continue reading No Summer Break for the Food Ministry
