Unitarian Universalist Congregational

Society of Westborough

Before Service at 9:30 am

Choir Rehearsal

Share the Plate organization for April -

The Jane Fund of Central Massachusetts

The Jane Fund of Central Massachusetts is dedicated to funding abortion and supporting bodily autonomy in Central Massachusetts and beyond.

Art Show

On Sunday, May 5 we will be doing another "Sunday Funday" for our worship service. As part of this, we will be setting up an all-ages Art Show with the theme of "UU Principles and Sources".

Several people have had questions about the plans, so we'd like to address those here:

Q: What is the theme?

A: Anything that reminds you of UUCSW, or UU values or principles is fine! Click here to see a list of UU Principles and Sources. Some themes to consider: justice, love, nature, freedom, interdependence, equity, dignity, generosity.

Q: What is the goal?

A: Beauty, conversation starters, an opportunity to create or admire art, and fun! It will be a wonderful example of the many different ways that people are reminded of the beauty of UUism through art.

Q: Does it have to be something I created?

A: No, the artwork will be a combination of things created by UUCSW members and children, and artwork that people have purchased or have in their possession.

Q: What are some examples of art that will be displayed?

A: Kids' art from RE Sundays, international art, art created by members of the congregation. Paintings, glass, sculpture, poetry, drawings, woodwork, fabric art - any medium is welcome.

Q: How long will the art be kept/displayed?

A: As long as the owner would like it to stay here; it is completely up to the owner or artist. The display will stay up until the beginning of June, but some pieces might be removed before then if the owner doesn't want to leave them at the church. Some pieces of art are being given to the church permanently, and others might only be displayed the morning of May 5.

Q: Who is the audience?

A: Us! This art show will be just for the congregation.

Q: Is there anything that would not be acceptable for the art show?

A: Most of the art will be in the chapel along with activities going on, so anything very large or cumbersome won't work. If you have a piece of art that is valuable, please let us know ahead of time and we will be sure to display it in an area that's out of reach. Also, this is an all-ages activity, so please avoid art that is graphic in nature. Otherwise - use your imagination and have fun!

Other questions? Please contact Colleen at office@uucsw.org

Garden Committee

Now that the weather is nice and we can go outside, check your gardens for plants to split and donate to the Garden Dedication Plant Sale. Do you have over grown perennials such as daisies, Lilly-of-the-Valley, and hostas? We need potted plants to sell on Saturday June 8th. Thank you!

Options for Assistive Listening during Worship Services

If you are in need of Assistive Listening Devices during worship service, please know that we have several options.

• We have assistive listening devices available in the front of the sanctuary in the tech area
• You may log into Zoom from the sanctuary and sync with hearing aids
• There is Closed Captioning on the big screen at the front of the sanctuary. If you sit on the right side of the church, you will have a clear view of the text

If you need anything other than the options above, please contact the office at office@uucsw.org and we will work with you to accommodate your needs.

Pledge

Have you had the chance to pledge yet?

If so, THANK YOU! If not, pledging is easy! You can pledge in Realm (go to the giving link in the left column), fill out a pledge form found in the sanctuary and hand it in, or email Bruce Hall at bruce300@gmail.com. If you’d like to discuss your specific pledge, please call Bruce at 650-380-4675. You can also discuss our pledge campaign with anyone on the pledge committee, or any member of the Board of Trustees.

Thanks for helping us Grow and Share Together!

SMOC Food and Clothing Drives

SMOC food and clothing donations may be dropped off in the box in the Sanctuary every Sunday. Bologna may be stored in the upstairs refrigerator in the parlor.  

April's SMOC collections will be delivered to the Worcester shelter on Friday April 26th. Donations may also be dropped off on the Thursday evening before, on April 25th. (Ruggles Street door from 4:30 - 5:45) If you need alternate arrangements for drop-off, please contact Pauline Sciarappa at psciarappa@gmail.com.   Thanks to all who help UUCSW support SMOC, your generosity is greatly appreciated.

Vote Forward

The Racial Justice Committee is committed to encouraging voters as a way for citizens to make a difference. We are sending letters to potential voters in historically underrepresented communities in the electorate. The names and addresses are brought to us by Vote Forward. Sheila McPharlin is coordinating the project. If you would like to participate, please contact her at sheilamcp@gmail.com or by phone. 860-304-4668.

Book Group

Our next book group meeting will be Fri, May 10 at 7pm at Central One Bank, 40 South Street, Westborough. The book this month is Remarkably Bright Creatures, by Shelby Van Pelt.

Summary: an exploration of friendship, reckoning, and hope, tracing a widow's unlikely connection with a giant Pacific octopus.

Please contact Susie Wells with any questions: susie48winnip@gmail.com.

All are welcome!