Executive Committee Minutes June 27, 2018
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News and Events
Run for the Climate August 25
On Saturday morning, August 25th, the Climate Action Group 350 Salem OR and the international youth environmental organization Plant for the Planet, are hosting a 5k family run/walk at Minto Brown Park. The run is designed to engage the community about the effects of climate change, show support for Salem’s efforts to craft a city … Continue reading Run for the Climate August 25
Save the Salem Peace Mosaic Meeting and Potluck July 9
On July 9, folks interested in helping to preserve the Peace Mosaic on the outside of the YMCA building will gather for a meeting and a potluck. The meeting will be held Monday, July 9 at 7:00 pm at the Friends Meeting House, 490 19th St NE, Salem. Demolition is scheduled in Feb. of 2019. … Continue reading Save the Salem Peace Mosaic Meeting and Potluck July 9
Social Justice Update July 27, 2018
Members of the sanctuary team continue to be involved in sanctuary work. This work includes attending meetings, attending rallies and vigils, calling politicians, and signing petitions on behalf of immigrant neighbors and for immigration justice. We now have a new window in the green room which meet the fire code. UUCS now has a safe … Continue reading Social Justice Update July 27, 2018
Mandela Fest at UUCS July 17
UUCS will host a special tribute to Nelson Mandela on Tuesday, July 17, from 6:30 – 8:00 pm. The event, “Mandela Fest: A Salem Salute,” will mark Mandela’s 100th birthday, and will include guest speakers, a film on Mandela’s life, and a potluck. All are welcome. Admission is free. UUCS member Lee Coyne is helping … Continue reading Mandela Fest at UUCS July 17
UUCS Family Dinner August 4 – RSVP Now!
Come create your own burritos, nachos and salad at our dinner bar at UUCS, August 4 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. We will have a spicy(ish) soup as well. GF/Vegan options. The meal is free to all participants. Please RSVP to help us have the right amount of food. Bring a dessert if you are … Continue reading UUCS Family Dinner August 4 – RSVP Now!
Calling All Poets- Submit Poems by July 27
Calling All Poets! – You know who you are! The 2nd People’s Poetry Service will be held on at 10:30 am Sunday, August 19, 2018. Our first Poetry Service, two years ago in August, featured a variety of voices from our congregation and the Salem community. It was a great success! We are doing it … Continue reading Calling All Poets- Submit Poems by July 27
Japanese Music Concert to Benefit OSP Healing Garden – August 5
Join us at UUCS, Sunday, August 5 at 3:00 pm for “Making Music – Planting Peace”, a Benefit Concert for the Japanese Healing Garden inside the Oregon State Penitentiary. This will be an afternoon of traditional and contemporary Japanese music and an enlightening discussion on nature’s positive impact on the human spirit. Performers are Masumi … Continue reading Japanese Music Concert to Benefit OSP Healing Garden – August 5
UUCS Homeless Transitional Housing Committee
A new committee, Habitat & Hope: A Salem, Oregon, Transitional Village has been formed under the umbrella of the Social Justice Action Team to address the problem of homelessness in Salem. We plan to work with the various churches, businesses and civic organizations in our area—including City of Salem—to purchase a piece of land and build a … Continue reading UUCS Homeless Transitional Housing Committee
Survey Results: UUCS Will Offer One Service 10:30 am This Fall
Thank you for your responses to the Worship Discernment Survey. In response to the survey, UUCS will continue to offer a single 10:30 Sunday service this fall. Plans are in the works to add an evening weekday service in the new year. Summary of Survey Thank you everyone who took the time to fill out … Continue reading Survey Results: UUCS Will Offer One Service 10:30 am This Fall