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by Karen Kent, Vice President, Board of Trustees “This joy that I have, the world didn’t give it to me.” Though things that did bring a smile to my face and a song to my heart were the last two Sunday services. On June 1st, we dedicated a child and watched as five of our … Continue reading The Joy That We Share
By Sandee Steinberg, Chair, Finance Committee As we near the end of our fiscal year let’s say “Thank You” to the members of this year’s finance team for all your hard work and your helpful input: Donna Miller, Barbara Drew, George Faulkner, Bonnie Gilbert, Mike Hanson, Jane Root, Scott Blaydon, and Denny Rodgers. On Thursday, … Continue reading Looking Ahead: UUCWC’s Financial Outlook and Budget Priorities for 2025-26
By Martha Bell, Congregational Engagement In this issue of CrossCurrents, Congregational Engagement is launching a new section called SPOTLIGHT. Each month, we will highlight a different committee or ministry, giving a brief description of the group and its purpose. The goal is to introduce each group and explain why you might want to participate or … Continue reading Congregational Engagement News: New SPOTLIGHT Feature
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
By Scott Cullen, Editor, CrossCurrents Since joining UUCWC a little over two years ago, Margaret Bar-Akiva has brought a rich tapestry of life experiences, shaped by a multicultural upbringing, personal loss, and a deeply held belief in human goodness. In this month’s Q&A, Margaret shares her unique faith journey—one that spans continents, traditions, and languages—as … Continue reading UUCWC Meet and Greet | Meet Margaret Bar-Akiva: A Journey of Resilience, Curiosity, and Community
By Christine Piatek, for the Food Ministry When Food Ministry co-chairs Mike Muccioli and Jackie Thomas recently shared a few end-of-year statistics with the rest of the committee, we were astounded by the reach of our efforts. On a project-by-project basis, we tend to lose sight of what we have accomplished. In food drive donations … Continue reading Small Acts, Big Impact: Reflecting on a Year of Food Ministry Outreach
The Unitarian Universalist Church at Washington Crossing, Titusville, N.J., welcomed the Rev. Lisa Schilansky as its new minister for Justice and Pastoral Care. Schilansky joins the Rev. Kim Wildszewski, senior minister, to share in the pastoral care needs and social justice work of the congregation. In addition to assisting Wildszewski with Sunday worship and administrative … Continue reading UUCWC Welcomes New Minister for Justice and Pastoral Care
By Lisa Schilansky, Minister for Justice and Pastoral Care On Saturday, April 26, 20 UUCWC members came together to learn how to show up for the trans and non-binary community in this most urgent time. We had the honor of being one of dozens of congregations serving as satellite locations for the incredible Building Beloved … Continue reading Building Beloved Community Beyond the Binary: Showing Up for Our Values
By Pam Shadzik, Chair, and Martha Bell, Congregational Engagement Ministry Every Sunday, we are reminded that “Today would not have been the same if you hadn’t chosen to be here. ” Your connections to this loving congregation begin with your presence. If making that hour happen is all you can manage, it is enough. But … Continue reading Congregational Engagement News: It’s Easy! Share Your Light at UUCWC
By Mike Hanson and Bonnie Gilbert, Endowment Committee Co-chairs We have an Endowment Fund to ensure that the church continues to exist and thrive over the long term. The fund is invested and professionally managed in concert with other UU church endowments in the UU Common Endowment Fund. The UUCWC Fund has grown nicely over … Continue reading Legacy in Action: More Than $14,000 in Grants Awarded Through Endowment Fund
