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Oregon Art Song with Dr. Kit Abrahamson and Stephanie Lynne Smith December 14

Enjoy Oregon Art song composed by queer Oregon Composers, live in concert December 14 at 7:00 pm at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Salem (UUCS), 5090 Center Street NE, Salem 97317. Art song is vocal music compositions, usually for one voice accompanied by piano.The performance will be by Dr. Kit Abrahamson, baritone and Stephanie Lynne … Continue reading Oregon Art Song with Dr. Kit Abrahamson and Stephanie Lynne Smith December 14

Poinsettia and Bake Sale December 12

In lieu of the annual December Holiday Bazaar, Women’s Alliance will be selling baked items after service on Dec 12. We will have our usual beautiful poinsettias. Baked goods will be sold individually to enjoy after the service or in batches that can be taken home for further enjoyment. Cheesecakes will also be available.

Loriann Schmidt, December 2021

For the month of December, we learn about Loriann Schmidt. Loriann stepped up in August of 2020 and has steered UUCS through the deep waters of doing Live Stream for services including development of the Production Team which includes Video, Sound, and Lighting for not only Sunday Services but can act as a consultant for … Continue reading Loriann Schmidt, December 2021

MLP Holiday Wreaths 2021 Sales

The MLP farm worker women’s co-op is selling wreaths again this year. Their coordinator, Rebeca, said the price remains $35, but no red bow is provided this year. Pick up is set for 12/4 at 8 am at First United Methodist Church off Church & State Street Salem, OR 97301. Buy your wreath online at their website or make checks … Continue reading MLP Holiday Wreaths 2021 Sales

LRE Team Now Meeting Via Zoom!

The LRE team meets weekly on Saturdays at 10:00 am, via Zoom. The LRE Team supports the Lifespan Religious Education Program by providing input for the Director of LRE and arranging activities for parents and families. Contact RE.Team@uusalem.org if you’re interested in joining us. Click here for more information about the LRE team.

Share the Plate Recipient for December 2021 is IMIrJ

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 the Interfaith Movement for Immigrant Justice..  The Interfaith Movement … Continue reading Share the Plate Recipient for December 2021 is IMIrJ

General Assembly in Portland June 22-26, 2022

General Assembly is the annual gathering of Unitarian Universalists for conducting business of the Association, exploring the theological underpinnings of our faith, and leaning fully into our mission and principles. In 2022 it is in Portland, and is offered as an in-person meeting or online. The UUA website has all the information: https://www.uua.org/ga   about how … Continue reading General Assembly in Portland June 22-26, 2022

Gift Tags for Our Christmas Tree Support M.O.R.P.H.

The Mindful Organization for the Recovery of Psychological Health, M.O.R.P.H. (formerly the Mental Health Association of Marion County) once again is asking for your support this holiday season with providing gifts for people with significant mental health conditions who are lacking support from friends or family. Please join us in reaching out to those who … Continue reading Gift Tags for Our Christmas Tree Support M.O.R.P.H.