News and Events

Introducing Barbara Stebbins-Boaz November 2021

November always brings thoughts of thankfulness and one person we are definitely thankful for is, Barbara Stebbins-Boaz who’s musical, writing and relationship building skills are appreciated by all. Name: Barbara Stebbins-Boaz Position/s for Sunday Services: Celebrant, camera handler, occasional eliminator-of-confusion, singer. What do you most like about your position/s: Being useful and supportive buoys my spirit. What … Continue reading Introducing Barbara Stebbins-Boaz November 2021

Choir Practice In Person Starting October 28!

Choir will be rehearsing in person! Zoom listen-in also available. Join us using this link: https://uusalem.org/choirpractice. Email any questions to music@uusalem.org. You must show proof of vaccination or medical exemption to enter the building.We will wear masks and sit with spaces between (in the congregational seating). Rehearsal Dates (at 6:30 in the Sanctuary)Oct 28Nov 4Nov 11 NO … Continue reading Choir Practice In Person Starting October 28!

Son Huitzilin Concert Live! or Live Streamed November 12

Enjoy songs of Mexico played on traditional instruments as Son Huitzilín takes the stage for the second of our 9-concert series “Celebrating Diversity”. The concert will be live or live streamed at 7:00 pm on Friday, November 12.Tickets for attending in person are $20/$15 students or seniors, with a discount for a series pass. Masks … Continue reading Son Huitzilin Concert Live! or Live Streamed November 12

Re-Opening! Links to Building Use Guidelines for Services and Groups

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

Good News from the Peruvian Altiplano

The UUCS Microfinance team, supported by UUCS member donations, provides small loans for household economic activities in struggling communities. In early 2020, the Microfinance team allocated $5074 for loans to milk-producing households in the small community of Qqepa located high on the Altiplano of southern Peru. But the Covid-19 pandemic struck shortly thereafter, isolating rural … Continue reading Good News from the Peruvian Altiplano

Chijnaya Foundation Report from the Peruvian Altiplano

The 2021 report from the Chijnaya Foundation on the Qqepa Animal Shed Project notes that the COVID-19 pandemic delayed the project. However the sheds will be completed in time for the rainy season in December 2021 and January 2022. See the full report below.

Choir Practice ReZooms on Zoom

Choir Practice is resuming on Zoom! At least until the building reopens, the schedule will be 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 6:30pm. We will alternate between music learning and social time. If you have been wondering about choir, but hesitant to sing in front of people, now you can try it out from the comfort … Continue reading Choir Practice ReZooms on Zoom

Sarah Saul Jazz Tuesday, October 12

Celebrate the cultural diversity of the Salem area through a nine-concert on line music series this coming fall through spring! On Tuesday, October 12 at 7:00 pm, the Sarah Saul Combo will kick off the series with their own take on Jewish melodies and compositions, ranging from classic liturgical tunes to jazz standards written by … Continue reading Sarah Saul Jazz Tuesday, October 12