Dear UUCS,Our newest neighbors are refugee families who have fled their countries due to persecution, war, or violence. My husband and I have been involved with 5 families over the past 5 years who have fled Iraq, Syria, or the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Our lives have been immeasurably enriched by walking along … Continue reading Call to UUCS to Support our New Neighbors
At our Reopening and Appreciating Our Ancestors service on October 31, we saw photos of and heard stories about our important ancestors. A big thank you to those who made submissions. We wound up with so many that we had to edit some of the stories. Because, we did not have time in the service … Continue reading Remembering Our Ancestors Continues
The Re-opening team has determined that it is safe to open our building to our congregation and the wider community. Teams and Community groups are welcome to come in starting October 23. The first in-person service will be Oct 31, with registration still required.Guidelines are in place for Sunday services and for all who plan … Continue reading Re-Opening! Links to Building Use Guidelines for Services and Groups
We celebrate the return of in-person Sunday services and fellowship time with coffee! As part of the shared ministry campaign, we are asking that each member of the congregation help with coffee service one or two times throughout the year, beginning November 7. We are hoping this will give everyone an opportunity to meet other … Continue reading Coffee Service – Part of Our Shared Ministry
The virtual Bingo night scheduled for October 23 has been cancelled, as there were not enough people signed up to play. Sincere thanks to those who volunteered to provide prizes and as callers.I’m sure we’ll find another outlet for your energy! We have an auction in the works for mid-January. Send any questions to fundraisingcom@uusalem.org
If there is an animal friend in your life why not send in their picture for us to share at our Annual Animal Blessing service (always on the first Sunday of October). Our animal friends do bless and enrich our lives and this is a good time to reflect on how we can bless our … Continue reading Submit a Photo by September 28 for Animal Blessing Service
It is Water Communion time! Last year, we had such a wonderful service with the great pictures of water that you sent in that we would love to do it again this year. So, think of a water source that is special to you a picture of it to productionteam@uusalem.org. Be sure to include your name … Continue reading Send a Picture for Water Communion Sunday
August 11 Update: Due to the rise in COVID cases, the UUCS building is closed. This event postponed until spring. On Saturday night, October 23, 2021, 6:00 – 9:00 pm, UUCS will host a “Friendraiser” Harvest Dance.There will be LIVE music featuring the Flextones with band leader and MC Jon Chinburg, and family friendly activities, … Continue reading Harvest Dance Postponed
You’re invited to join a Connections Group! Everyone is welcome. These groups will meet monthly from September through June. We’ll be starting the groups on Zoom until there is a safe alternative. This registration link is live starting July 18, 2021. The deadline is August 22 for signups. Connections Groups offer a positive and supportive … Continue reading August 22 Deadline for Connections Groups Signups
The UU Women’s group will not meet over the summer. Meetings will resume in September, 2021. Meetings are on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm. For more information contact Janet Stevens at uuwomensgroup@uusalem.org. The UUCS Women’s Group and Retreat is still collecting returnable bottles and cans. Funds raised will be used to … Continue reading Women’s Group On Summer Break, Fundraiser Continues
