Once again, as part of the shared ministry campaign, we are asking that all members of the congregation help with coffee service one or two times throughout the year. We are hoping this will give everyone an opportunity to meet other members and to be part of service to our community. Many members have voiced that they appreciate the opportunity to work with a new set of people and to contribute to one of our most important rituals. A schedule has already been created and includes most members. You can easily scroll down the alphabetized list to find which Sundays you are scheduled for. Thank you to the Coffee Service Leaders who will be heading the teams throughout the year to provide the coffee service. Most of all, thank you to YOU, who are willing to be on these teams and provide the coffee service!

Although many of you have helped with coffee services before, some of you haven’t and that is ok. That is why we have a Leader and there are likely others on your team who can help you learn the ropes, or in this case, the coffee beans. Duties include everything from making the coffee, heating water for tea, setting out cups and treats, providing treats, washing dishes, and just being the kind, friendly people you already are. Your team leader will be contacting you with a reminder the Monday prior to the Sunday that you will be helping. For example, those who will be serving on November 17 should be getting an email from their team leader on November 11. It would help if you added these dates to your calendar now – the dates can sneak up on you otherwise. If you can’t make that date, no worries, try and see if you can switch with someone, or help out by providing treats. Your team leader or Anna or Sara with the Connections Team should be able to help you with this as well. If you have any other questions or concerns, please contact Anna or Sara at connectionsteam@uusalem.org. You don’t see your name on the schedule? Let us know, we would love to include you – the more the merrier!

We are still in need of a couple more leads. If you helped with coffee service last year and feel like helping out as a lead is something you can do, please reach out to Anna or Sara at connectionsteam@uusalem.org.