Website: uucw.org | Email: uucw@uucw.org | 262-782-3535

Worship with us in person at 13001 W. North Ave., Brookfield, WI 53005

or online at uucw.org/livestream

The Rev. Julie Stoneberg

Who are we? What is our purpose in the world? How do we live as unique beings who are deeply interdependent? As we enter the season of graduations, let’s think about the future we want to create and who we want to be in that new world. We’re celebrating senior bridging today.

Kaleidoscope Band will play music selected by our seniors. Our theme for May is The Path of Creativity.

Announcement from Rob Zimmerman, Board of Trustees President:

UUCW's Board of Trustees will be meeting on Saturday, May 6th.

The agenda consists of the following items:

1. Review and approve UUCW's budget for the fiscal year 2023-2024.

2. Finalize the list of nominees for the Settled Minister Search Team to be submitted to the congregation for approval at the Annual Meeting on June 4th.

These agenda items require a closed session.

All are welcome to the next presentation and discussion in Topics in Liberal Theology to be held at UUCW on Thursday, May 11 at 10:45 am in Room UL5.

The topic for this meeting is Universalism:

A Radical View of The Universe.

Join Jim Maletta to learn more about this theology of radical hope and love. What is this lesser-acknowledged half of the Unitarian Universalist name of our congregation? 

UU Ministers of Canada

Presents the 2023 Confluence Lecturer:

Our very own Rev. Julie Stoneberg

Friday, May 19 – 6:45 pm CT 

“This is the church of the open mind.” But beware! Every change involves some loss. Each new idea or concept can threaten our sense of security and identity, causing us to close down and shut our doors. A firm foundation that sustains and holds us is a good thing. Yet, I’d like to imagine that people can live into our aspirations to be theologically alive (minds open) and radically inclusive (doors open). 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?”

Great Pledge Drive News!

UUCW has now received 159 pledges which total $444,096.

That's 97% of our goal of $458,700!

We are soooo close...

But, there are 34 households who pledged last year and have not pledged yet for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. We need to receive those pledges, if we hope to reach our goal!

Did YOU receive a special Pledge Drive email or postcard?

Please respond today.

Don't miss the next

"Lunch with Rev. Julie"

Friday, May 5 at 12 noon

Enjoy lunch and a time of open conversation with Rev. Julie and anyone else who shows up. Come prepared to participate…to both listen and share your thoughts about worship or anything about UU Church West that concerns or delights you.

There is no need to RSVP. Bring your lunch and favorite beverage. Contact Rev. Julie if you have questions.

Come to Earth Ministry’s Donation Rotation this Sunday, May 7.

Browse the gathered items for the Garden and Garage! Before the service, bring your tools, outdoor sporting goods, and pet supplies to the Community Room. After service, browse and find treasures. You don’t need to bring an item to take one.

This is the last Rotation Donation for this church year. Rotations will again resume in the fall of 2023. If you have any questions, please contact Pat Ginter.

It’s time once more to clean up our church property. The annual spring clean-up will be on Saturday, May 20th from 8:30 am – 1 pm. Cleanup jobs include picking up branches, pruning shrubs, trimming grasses, and weeding.

Tools are available, but anyone is welcome to bring their own. Tools needed may include gloves, rakes, shovels, shears, and leaf blowers. Youth are invited to work alongside their family.

If you can’t help with the workday, consider providing some treats for the hard-working crew. Contact Vicki Banville with questions.

Peter Mayer in Concert at UUCW!

May 20th at 7 pm

Minnesota singer/songwriter Peter Mayer will be presenting a concert of his original songs. Please come to UU Church West for an evening of uplifting music!

Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door.

Share 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.

Join the UUCW Welcome Team!

Ushers are a core element of our in-person worship. Join the Usher Team!

USHER SIGN UP

You can help make our church a welcoming place -- sign up to be a greeter on an upcoming Sunday.

GREETER SIGN UP

You can bring joy to folks just by making and serving coffee!

COFFEE SIGN UP

Madison Action Day

was a Great Success!

UUCW members were well represented in both the MICAH and SOPHIA delegations. Close to 500 WISDOM leaders from around the state participated.

UUCW member Barb Pfarr shares some insights from last Saturday's event.

You Can Help Provide a Meal for the Guest House on May 20th!

Please help us provide another meal at the Guest House shelter. We need volunteers to supply main dishes, side dishes, drinks, and desserts. At this point, we do not need servers since our YRUU group will be taking care of that. If you can help, please sign up below.

Questions? Please contact Eileen Gleeson. Thank you so much for your generosity!

UUCW's Split the Plate Partner for May is

Peace Action Wisconsin

Peace Action Wisconsin works to abolish the threats of war and nuclear weapons. As Wisconsin’s largest peace-and-justice grassroots nonprofit organization, Peace Action is part of a worldwide coalition to end military conflict.

UUCW Supports the

FOOD Pantry of Waukesha County during the months of May and June.

Items that are currently needed:

• Ready-to-eat soup/pasta
• Peanut Butter and Jelly
• Condensed Soup
• 100% Juice
• Tuna
• Canned Pineapple/Oranges
• Granola Bars

Presenting: A Gala in May...

Celebrating 35 Years of

Laughter, Love and Justice!

Thursday, May 18, 5:30 pm - 10 pm

Mt. Lutheran Church

12012 W North Ave, Wauwatosa

Featuring Milwaukee's Own Ms. Chasitity Washington, Comedian and Unsung Hero Award Recipient Mr. David Liners, Exectutive Director of WISDOM

UUCW Chalice Mini-Camp 

July 31 - August 4, 8 am-3 pm 

Sign up your children and MS youth for a week exploring UU values in a fun and relaxed environment on the UUCW grounds – and invite your friends and neighbors to join you! Teen Camp Counselors and Jr. Counselors will

lead activities under the supervision of Dave Cicero, DLRE, and a Summer RE

Coordinator. 

Active Members: use discount code “UUCW” when registering. 

Summer RE 2023 

Current Sunday RE classes run through June 4. Starting June 11, "UU Play,” an engaging and active summer program for children and youth through grade 5+ will be offered on most Sundays throughout the summer along with childcare. Watch for the summer schedule coming soon.

A sure way to not miss news specific to your child is to be registered for RE! Current RE registration will carry forward through August. 

 Yes, it’s time …

The last Wisdom and Whimsy for the year will be held on Wednesday, May 10 at 11:30 am.

The topic will be

National Parks

Come to listen, share your adventures, and learn. Bring your lunch and beverage if you’d like.

Contact Susan Foley if you have any questions.

Twisted Stitchers -

New Back-to-Back Meeting Dates!

May 13th and May 20th 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!



Questions or comments? Call Carol Trinastic or Jeannie Baker.

The Wednesday Book Group will be discussing "Lessons in Chemistry"

by Bonnie Garmus on May 10th. 

With the arrival of warmer weather, the group will meet in person outside at UUCW with an online Zoom option.

In-person attendees should bring a chair to UUCW's West Parking Lot. If there is inclement weather, all will be notified the day before and the group will meet entirely on Zoom. Contact Joanne Kopischke, if interested.

YRUU Car Wash

Mark your calendars! The YRUU youth group’s car wash fundraiser is scheduled for Sunday, May 21, weather permitting. Bring your car to the west parking lot before service and the YRUUs will give your vehicle an environmentally friendly hand wash and dry while you enjoy UUCW’s wonderful Sunday service.

You choose the donation amount. Proceeds support the 2023 Heritage Trip to Boston. For more information, contact Amy White.

CommUUnity Connections provides a helping hand to support members of the church community in times of need.

Nora Vrakas is the CommUUnity Connections coordinator for May.

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.

Our Solstice Singers provided beautiful music this past Sunday at our Beltane service. Singers included Jude Christensen, Ruben Piirainen, Karen Engelking, Maria O’Connor, Susan Endes, Sarah Stokes, and Darthe Jennings.

"Born with a Beginner’s Mind"

The Rev. Julie Stoneberg

Our very existence proves that creation is ongoing and constant. And, each of us is born with an innate curiosity, drawing us to continue to explore and create.

There’s a reason none of us is born an expert; that would stifle life itself!

Our theme for May is The Path of Creativity.