Here is a very recent picture of the UU front yard project that has been worked on by Iris Sea, John Davenport, Neil Pierson, Allan Holland, & Andy Driscoll. It is very close to completion! John Davenport and Bonnie Heitsch are beautifying the Memorial Garden. John is working on the bench that will make that … Continue reading What’s Happening with UUCS Landscaping?
The Nellie Thompson-Dorothy Patch Scholarship Fund is named for two champions of social justice and equality in Salem. In 1976, Dorothy Patch – longtime school teacher and community activist – and Reverend Nellie Thompson teamed up to find ways to improve Salem’s racial climate. In honor of their legacy, the Thompson-Patch Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance … Continue reading Share the Plate Recipient for June 2020 is the Thompson-Patch Scholarship Fund
UUCS Religious Education has moved to a virtual platform on the internet in order to safely welcome congregants during the pandemic. I have created two virtual classrooms — one for younger children and their families, and one for youth aged 12+. The classrooms may be found using the following links: To find these resources online, … Continue reading Connect to Religious Education Through a Virtual Classroom- Now Closed
The UUCS staff invites you as members to attend our monthly open meeting. This is an opportunity for you to hear what your staff is doing and discussing for you, and offers you a chance to participate. To join the meeting on your computer or smart device, click on this Zoom meeting link. To call … Continue reading Open Staff Meeting June 3 at 1:30 pm
June 7 is the annual Flower Communion Sunday. This year, we want to make it a virtual visual extravaganza! We need your help! Send pictures of flowers from your yard or neighborhood and see them create a beautiful bouquet of connections during the on-line Sunday service. Selfies and added quotes are ok but pictures will … Continue reading Virtual Flower Communion Sunday June 7- Submit a Picture!
Recently, another person sent information to the office about an email scam where the email APPEARED to be from Rev. Rick. The writer asks the recipient to purchase gift cards for various people at “Hope Children Homes”. Rick reminds the congregation that he would NEVER make such a request. There are basic things to do … Continue reading Beware of Email Scams Using Rev. Rick’s Name
General Assembly (GA), originally planned to be held in Providence, RI from June 24-28, has been transformed from an onsite event into an all-virtual event, in response to public health guidance discouraging in-person gatherings. Virtual GA retains many of the important elements that attendees have come to expect and cherish: worship experiences, powerful speakers, learning … Continue reading UUA General Assembly Becomes Virtual Event June 24-28
Join in and share your Journey to Belonging in a 3-session Covenant Group exploring our spiritual journeys; group to share where we come from, where we are, and what we look forward to exploring. All are welcome to join! Journey to Belonging is facilitated by Reverend Richard Davis via Zoom meeting. The group will meet … Continue reading Journey to Belonging Wednesdays in May
Now meeting every other week through Spring and Summer on Zoom! – starting May 3 at 8:30 am. All identifying as men are welcome. This is an open group of men supporting each other, so give it a try! For info, contact Ben Cavaletto LRE.Team@uusalem.org
Salem Harvest is a non-profit organization that connects farmers and backyard growers with volunteer pickers to harvest fruits and vegetables that would otherwise go to waste. Salem Harvest has as its principal purpose the distribution of food without charge to children or homeless, unemployed, elderly or low-income individuals. For more information, visit the Salem Harvest … Continue reading Share the Plate Recipient for May 2020 is Salem Harvest
