Grounded in love, UUCW is a joyful community
committed to spiritual growth, inclusion, and justice.
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This Sunday, June 9, 2024 - 10:00 AM CT | |
“Looking Behind, Gathering Wisdom” | | |
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The Rev. Julie Stoneberg
It’s good practice to pause occasionally and take stock of where we’ve been. That pause can renew our energy and inform our next steps. As we near the end of UUCW’s interim time, let’s look back at what we’ve learned, think about what to discard, and consider what to carry with us.
Our theme for June is the Gift of Renewal. Music Director Ruben Piirainen provides reflective music.
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A message from
our new Board of Trustees President Erich Zuern
Our new Board of Trustees President expresses gratitude to the outgoing board members for their dedicated service. He warmly welcomes the three incoming members, confident that each will be a valuable addition to the board team.
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Announcing the Recipients
of the 2023-24
Annual Trustee Awards!
The Annual Trustee Awards are given to members who took action exhibiting excellence, initiative, and commitment or who enhanced the life of the congregation.
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Memorial Service for
Darryl and Beverly Boyer
Saturday, June 15, 2 pm
Darryl Boyer passed away on March 16, 2024, at the age of 87. Beverly died in 2015, but because no memorial service was held then, the family has chosen to remember both of them at this service.
Darryl and Beverly came to UUCW with their 2 children, Lynn and Sarah, in 1970. They were both attorneys and were active in the church throughout the 1970’s, 80’s and 90’s, and into the 2000’s as their health permitted. They are survived by their 2 children and 4 grandchildren. All are welcome to attend.
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Love Unites, Stories Ignite:
General Assembly 2024
June 20-23
In a world filled with division and challenges, the theme for this year's General Assembly is a powerful reminder of the core principles that unite us as Unitarian Universalists. "Love Unites, Stories Ignite" celebrates the profound impact of love as a binding force that transcends boundaries and fosters connections within our faith community and beyond.
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This year's GA is all virtual. You can attend the business sessions without registering; to have access to all of the programming, you must register. Financial support is available through the UUA or by speaking to Rev. Jullan. | | | |
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General Assembly Watch Parties!
As you may have heard, there is big business at General Assembly this year, and the business general sessions are available for viewing for all...and registration for all of GA is not required. We plan to make these sessions available to watch together at UUCW.
Come watch with Rev. Jullan and our delegates as we consider the important proposed changes in our principles and values statements.
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Let's really show the community what UUCW diversity & inclusion is all about!
Meet at UUCW after services at 12 pm in the Library - let's carpool together!
Marjorie has a few extra UUCW Pride t-shirts, but feel free to wear anything colorful to celebrate Pride! About 20 people so far, and a few from UU United in Waukesha may be joining the group! Contact Marjorie May if you have any questions.
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The UUCW Auction is Coming this Fall!
Put Saturday, November 9th on your calendar! That’s the date of the 2024 UUCW Auction - a great time to have fun and a great opportunity to bid for wonderful auction items.
But first, we have to acquire items for offer, so we’re alerting you to the date. Most of our items come from the UUCW community!
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Summer RE starts June 9th
Religious Education at UUCW will continue through the summer whenever Sunday morning worship service is held.
Nursery care for children up to age 5 will be planned, starting at 9:45 am.
UU Play! for ages 5-12+ will take place after the initial Worship for All Ages segment. Children/youth who registered during the ’23-24 church year do not need to re-register.
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The Summer Chalice Table
is Waiting for Your Creativity!
You can provide visual interest to viewers in the Sanctuary and online during July or August. Your one-month commitment lets you decide how often to change your arrangement. Use flowers (fresh or silk), branches, or other items that reflect the season/service theme. Contact Sarah Frey if you have any questions. Click below for further instructions.
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If you or someone you know needs Pastoral Care, contact Rev. Julie or the Lay Pastoral Care Team.
No Joys and Concerns this week.
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Join Us for Vote Your Values Launch!
Wednesday, June 12 from 6:30-8 pm
Associated with UU the Vote, WUUSAN is hosting Vote Your Values Launch. If this congregation is interested in participating in UU the Vote, then we will need a coordinating team to carry out the actions. Could this be you? If so, please register for this webinar.
We will discuss how you can support Wisconsinites in voting, what WUUSAN is doing, how to engage with us, and how to best use your time and efforts this election season.
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Summertime Produce Rotation
Don’t have a garden but like seasonal veggies? Grow your own vegetables, but grow more than you can possibly eat? Or, do you have too many vegetables in your CSA box? Throughout the summer months, you can share your extra veggies with other church members by bringing them to church on Sunday mornings. A table will be set up in the community room for you to share your bounty with others.
Please bring your own reusable bag!
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UUCW Food Pantry
Thank you to everyone who has donated to the Friends for Food Pantry, enriching people's lives through friendship and nourishment. Let's fill the box again by the end of June.
Food Pantry Chair Kathy Randall is seeking pantry recommendations for the July-August collection. Please email Kathy with your ideas.
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Mollie Conrad Joins the
CommUUnity Connections Team
CommUUnity Connections is a support network within UUCW that seeks to provide compassionate and empathetic assistance to members on an as-needed basis.
In June, Mollie will be co-coordinating with CommUUnity Connections Chair Kathy Lake. If you or a family member is in need of some support, don't hesitate to get in touch with Mollie Conrad or Kahy Lake.
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Calling all UUCW Young Adults
If you, or others you know, fall in the “18 to 20-something” age range and would like to connect more deeply with similar UUs, please let Dave Cicero, DLRE, know.
Adult RE groups for this demographic are available starting in the fall and can be a great place to enhance your relationship with your faith and values … not to mention a new set of friends.
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The Folk Dance Group is Back
on June 7th at 7 pm!
Put on your comfortable shoes and casual attire and join us for an evening of folk dancing and community! Our monthly events welcome adults and children over 10 years old (accompanied by an adult) to experience the dances and music from countries across the globe.
Please bring a refillable water bottle. If you have any questions, contact Hank Kulesza.
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Peer Caregivers Support Group
June 11th from 1 - 2 pm
Peer Caregivers mutually share with the gift of heart, meeting next on June 11th, 1 to 2 pm in UL5. Meetings are regularly scheduled on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month. Sue Swearingen or Mary Ross may be contacted with questions.
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Wellspring Invitation for 2024-2025
UU Wellspring is offering a new program, entitled, “Love at the Center: UU Values and Covenants.” UUCW will offer this program for the 2024-25 year and we invite you to consider joining.
This is an introductory Wellspring program open to any adult. It will be a 13-session immersive small group experience where we will reflect on our personal connections to our UU values and covenants.
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Lunch with Rev. Julie
Friday, June 7 at 12 noon
Don't miss the last chance to join Rev. Julie for lunch and a time of open conversation. 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.
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Carolyn Lawrence proudly displays her quilt, a flawless example of a sampler quilt, showcasing her exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Join the Piecemakers
Saturday, June 8th at 10 am
All ages and levels of sewers and quilters are welcome. Activities include demos by group members, outings to quilting-related events, and sharing ideas and projects. Contact Carolyn Lawrence for more information.
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The Wednesday Night Book Group will meet on June 12
at 7 pm to discuss “Tom Lake”
by Ann Patchett.
"Tom Lake" is a light and entertaining meditation on youthful love, married love, and the lives parents have led before their children were born.
All are welcome to attend in person or virtually. Contact Patti Ulwelling for the information to join the conversation or to inquire about the Book Group. All are welcome.
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“Making Magic”
UUCW Summer Camp ’24
August 5-9, 8 am-3 pm
Sign up your kids (with friends or neighbors) aged 6-13 for this one-week day camp at UUCW.
Campers will learn to joyfully connect and get along with others, grow in wonder, and help change the world for the better – one astonishing experience at a time.
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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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LED Lighting Upgrade -- Thank you to all who helped last Tuesday and Saturday teams of UUCW volunteers upgraded all the fluorescent lights in the Community Room and the Lower level rooms to LED tubes. This improvement will reduce our electricity consumption, carbon footprint, and annual maintenance costs. Unless we missed a light fixture somewhere, all the lighting in our building is now LED! Our volunteer workers have removed 178 fluorescent lights! Many thanks to the Endowment Committee for funding this project and the Earth Ministry Team for assisting with the proposal.
Special thanks to Jim Maletta, Mike Brown (both pictured above), Dennis Trinastic, Hank Kulesza, and Jerry Kashmerick for providing the labor for this practical and earth-friendly project.
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Next Sunday, June 16, 2024 - 10:00 AM CT | |
“Being Present, Loving What Is” | | |
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The Rev. Julie Stoneberg
On this Father’s Day, let’s just bask in the presence of summer days…days that can bring us together with friends and family…days spent out of doors…days kicking back and relaxing. Now’s a great time to restore our hearts and our souls.
Our theme for June is the Gift of Renewal. Music Director Ruben Piirainen provides restorative music.
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