December 8 is a special day for UUCS, as it is a day where we, the congregation of UUCS and Rev. Monica Jacobson-Tennessen, form a bond of trust with one another–a covenant, that we may work through this transition period together. During the Sunday service there will be a Covenant Ceremony where we promise to … Continue reading Covenant Sunday December 8
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The women of the farm workers cooperative, Mujeres Luchadores Progresistas (Women Striving for Progress), are selling 24-inch wreaths made of noble fir, pine cones, and holly for $40. Wreaths can be ordered in the Fellowship Hall after Sunday Service on November 17 and 24 and December 1. Checks should be made out to MLP with … Continue reading Christmas Wreath Sale
Here is a partial recording of Rev. Monica’s first service with us. Fortunately, Rev. Monica has provided us with a written copy of the sermon, here. Thank you Rev. Monica!
UUCS Microfinance Projects will benefit from sales of alder wood carvings handcrafted by Brian Biehl, available through the end of November. Choose from three designs. Each is $50. “Home Sweet Home” (6” x 16-1/2”) “Every Day is a Gift” (7” x 15-1/2”) “Sweet Dreams” (12” x 12”) To order, contact Carol Doolittle (503) 508-0880 or … Continue reading Woodcarving Sales Benefit Microfinance
To UUCS Members and Friends Thursday, November 7 from 7:00-8:30pm at our church, 5090 Center St. NE, Salem, come join your UUCS community and Rev. Monica Jacobson-Tennessen for a compassionate and heartfelt dialogue about the election results and how it affects you and your loved ones. Come in person or join with Zoom. Rev. … Continue reading Elections Results Discussion November 7, 2024
Are you wondering, “How do I even start to get involved at UUCS?” Here are webpage links to all the teams and committees and what they do. And don’t forget the Affiliated Ministries. There is such a variety, there must be one that taps your skills or interests, and will get you connected with the caring, … Continue reading How Can I Get Involved at UUCS?
Did you know that UUCS has an online member directory accessible for all members on the UUCS website at the weblink entitled “Breeze”? Have you wanted to reach out to a fellow member but didn’t know how? Would you like to update your picture on Breeze or other information about it? The membership team is … Continue reading Help with UUCS Membership Directory
What is Share the Plate? During each Sunday service, we take a collection. This voluntarily given money is then shared between our congregation and an organization from the local community which has goals that align with Unitarian Universalist principles. This month’s Share the Plate recipient is our Microfinance project. The UUCS Microfinance project makes small loans to … Continue reading Share the Plate Recipient for November, 2024 is Microfinance
Our service on November 3 will focus on our Microfinance program. UUCS has been addressing global poverty one family at a time since 2008 by establishing permanent revolving loan funds and making small loans to people living on the edge. The November 3 service will review our achievements in the last year and invite everyone’s … Continue reading Microfinance Service November 3, 2024
