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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
By Steve Saddlemire, Holly Bussey, and Wendy Stasolla Many of us enjoy giving holiday gift cards from our favorite restaurants and retailers. If you’re planning to purchase gift cards this season, consider ordering them through UUCWC. Through the Raise Right program, we offer more than 300 gift card brands. For every card you buy, UUCWC … Continue reading Giving Holiday Gift Cards? Do It Through UUCWC
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 Bob Alt, Co-President, UUCWC Board of Trustees Thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor and the long-term vision of many members, we have an opportunity to improve the chancel (i.e., the dais) and enhance accessibility in our sanctuary. We are very grateful! The improvements include enlarging the chancel to create more space for … Continue reading Making Space for All: Sanctuary Enhancements Support Music, Worship, and Inclusion
By Martha Bell, Congregational Engagement UUCWC worship associates help us live our core value of shared ministry. Representing diverse ages and voices, they serve as lay speakers from the pulpit, allowing the congregation to hear from fellow members as well as from our ministers and staff. Why Participate as a Worship Associate? As a worship … Continue reading Spotlight on Worship Associates
By Martha Bell, Congregational Engagement We thank our Worship Tech Team during every Sunday service, but in truth, they serve our online members by making them feel included and connected, not just on Sundays, but at other community gatherings such as congregational meetings, leadership retreats, climate dialogs, and similar events. They also work with our … Continue reading Spotlight on Worship Tech Ministry
By Christine Piatek, for the Food Ministry The September food drive to support El Centro in Trenton collected $811 worth of food. The donation was warmly received, with thanks from El Centro’s Executive Director Robert Hernandez to everyone at UUCWC. Roberto shared that the food bags, made up of our donations, will enable families to … Continue reading Past, Present, and Future Activities
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
