Sunday, August 20, 2023 - 10:00 AM CT | |
"Open Doors, Closed Minds" | | |
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The Rev. Julie Stoneberg
“This is the church of the open minds.” Yet every change or new idea involves some loss and can threaten our sense of security and identity. How do we react to such threats? Can we be the people who risk our comfort to create the life-changing realities that are needed to bring a world of love and justice into being? Rev. Jullan’s message is taken from a lecture she delivered to the Canadian Unitarian Council in May '23.
Come enjoy the inspiring music of Kaleidoscope.
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We welcome the UU congregations from Waukesha and Hartland to this shared summer service. Let's celebrate with some treats after service. Please bring bars, cookies, pastries, and fruit to share.
"UU Play” returns with more engaging and active programming for children and youth through grade 5+. The Nursery will also be available for our littlest UUs.
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New Church Year brings
an invitation to
“re-engage” with Religious Education
Plans for fall RE programs are being finalized and numerous families have shown their excitement by registering in advance for these programs.
Younger participants will continue exploring monthly Worship themes while older ones will attend “Hogwarts UU” or prepare to celebrate their transition into adulthood. Please include prospective members of “Our Whole Lives” (OWL) and YRUU, the HS youth group, when registering!
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Board of Trustees Meeting
Thursday, August 24 at 7 pm
The monthly Board Meeting is
next week and everyone is welcome to attend.
UUCW Room UL4
or online
Contact Vicki Banville
for the Zoom link.
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UU Wellspring
UU Wellspring™ is a 10-month program of spiritual development that celebrates the depth and breadth of our rich religious tradition!
This small group program is offered online or in person. The twice-a-month sessions offer participants an opportunity for spiritual deepening that leads to more joyful living, increased congregational leadership, and faithful justice-making in their lives.
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Want to find out what UUs are talking about? Join Rev. Julie for a screening and discussion at UUCW:
Radical Welcome as a Catalyst for Congregational Growth
Friday, August 18, 6 pm
Radical Welcome is the practice of creating spaces oriented toward community accountability and collective good. Learn how a shift toward Radical Welcome can grow your community and help individuals reinvest in their UU values. No need to RSVP. Other sessions with different topics available. Come to one or all!
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THE ABORTION TALKS: a documentary film that follows the crimes, trial, and murder of John Salvi—and the story of six women, all of them leaders in the pro-life and pro-choice movements, who sought to ensure that it would never happen again.
Join us on Thursday, August 31 for the screening and discussion of the film. In-person attendees will gather to chat and share snacks at 6:30 pm with the film starting at 7 pm. For online viewers, a link will be sent prior to the broadcast. Registration is required for all viewers. In-person or online donations are appreciated to cover viewing permission costs.
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Registration is Now Open for
Beloved Conversations Within
This program is for people seeking to embody racial justice as a spiritual practice. It focuses on the internal work that each of us needs to do as we engage in deeper personal understanding, explorations of race and racism, extracting our souls and spirits from white supremacy culture, and work for racial justice.
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2023-24 Soul Circles
Soul Circles are a wonderful opportunity for congregational members and friends to connect with one another, while also experiencing spiritual growth and renewal.
Whether you prefer in-person or online participation, there are unique benefits to this 10-month program. Don't delay, registration closes in mid-September.
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Show your UU Pride!
30% off all merchandise
makes it easy!
UUCW merchandise is now on sale on Redbubble. Click below to see the assortment of t-shirts, mugs, caps and phone cases.
All profits go to UUCW. If you have a product suggestion or a problem, contact Kelly Bognar.
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Joys & Concerns
If you or someone you know needs Pastoral Care, contact Rev. Julie or the Lay Pastoral Care Team.
| Enter your Joy or Concern with the link below and choose whether you'd like them shared in the e-news or shared privately with Rev. Julie. | | |
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Get Out the Vote
Strategy - Planning Gathering
September 30th - 10 am - 2 pm
WUUSAN invites you to the September Planning Meeting held at First Unitarian Society of Madison, 900 University Bay Drive, Madison, WI, 53705.
If you cannot come in person, consider joining us on Zoom. A link will be provided prior to our meeting. Please RSVP whether attending online or in person.
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Making UUCW a Beacon for Social Justice in Waukesha County
Thursday, Sept 14, 6:30 - 8 pm
UUCW is both well-positioned and well-resourced to make a difference in the county where we're located! We're already part of SOPHIA, a Waukesha organization of "people of faith united by a passion for justice, commitment to community, and a practice of hope."
Come to this session to learn about community organizing and how a core team could inspire vital social justice action at UUCW. This is important for residents of Waukesha County, but all are welcome. You say you want to make a difference. Here's how!
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Our Split the Plate Partner for August is Our Space.
Our Space Drop-in Center is a voluntary day program that provides members with support and community. Members determine the recovery path that works best for them.
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UUCW Supports the
Holy Assumption Food Pantry
Holy Assumption Food Pantry is located in West Allis and provides support to households experiencing food insecurity. This critical nutrition goes to hungry individuals and families.
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Twisted Stitchers
Join the fun!
August 19th at 1 pm
Interested in knitting, crocheting, embroidery, rug making, or any other craft that requires a chair, table, good light, and friendly company? Join us at Twisted Stitchers for discussion and fun. And just sitting and enjoying the company is OK as well!
We always welcome new crafters too.
Questions or comments? Call Carol Trinastic or Jeannie Baker.
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CommUUnity Connections provides a helping hand to support members of the church community in times of need.
Mary Wierman is the CommUUnity Connections coordinator for August.
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Beyond UU Church West
Click below for community events and resources from outside our church that align with our UU values and may be of interest to members and friends.
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Happy Birthday,
Karen Zimmerman!
Former Board of Trustees President Rob Zimmerman ensured a grand slam birthday celebration for Karen last week. The entire Board of Trustees hosted this tailgate party which was offered as part of last fall's UUCW auction. Besides watching the game on a big screen, participants played games and enjoyed wonderful ballpark food. Thank you to all who participated to support UUCW!
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Next Sunday, August 27, 2023 - 10:00 AM CT | |
"What Shall We Make of our Church?" | | |
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Eddee Daniel
Worship Team Member
We are in transition. What does this mean? Yes, we are in search of a new minister. But let’s do more than that: let’s reimagine who we are and who we wish to be as a congregation. UUCW has a long history of doing just that!
Join long-time UUCW member and Transition Team Chair Eddee Daniel to examine that history and learn what it might mean to disrupt UUCW again.
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Have you missed a past e-news
and need to get caught up on
UUCW announcements?
Visit the UUCW website and
click on the "news" tab for past
news and featured stories.
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