“Vulnerability as a Spiritual Practice”

March’s theme is Vulnerability and this service will explore some of the ways that vulnerability can take us to meaningful and growing spaces.

Large-print orders of service and hearing assistance devices are available from the greeters on Sunday. We livestream our service; find it at eliotchapel.org. After the stream, a recording will be available there all week. You can also find it directly on our YouTube channel.

If you're worshipping with us on livestream, you can always find a digital order of service, including lyrics to the hymns, on our website. Also, check out This Week's Music from our music director Adam Kosberg. You'll get insight into the music selections for this week's service and find the lyrics to the anthem.

At Eliot Chapel, we follow CDC guidelines regarding COVID-19. When St. Louis County is at a Yellow Level or Medium Level, we will:

Read the letter that went out today about the review of our policy and the change in measures in response to a change in levels. You may access the policy document on Eliot Chapel's website for more of the details. 

Every Sunday, Eliot Chapel shares half of the offertory with an organization in the community whose work reflects our shared values. This is one way that we care for our community and our neighbors. In March, we will share our offering with Seed St. Louis (formerly Gateway Greening). Since 1984, Seed St. Louis has provided communities with the tools, education, and empowerment to grow their own food. Learn more at seedstl.org.

Let us be good neighbors. Let us be a generous people. You can give in one of three ways:

Specific plans for each age group are shared with registered families via email each week. To learn more about the 2022-23 RE program, please contact Scott Stewart at scott@eliotchapel.org.

Zoom Coffee Hour takes place at 12:30 pm on Sunday. You are invited to "walk down the hall" and come to our Zoom Coffee Hour! We'll take a few minutes to say hello and let people settle in, then we'll say a few words of welcome and briefly review the service that day. We typically really enjoy the wisdom story and discuss how that story reflects on the theme of the sermon. Then we'll create breakout rooms of 5-6 people for conversation and sharing. We love making new friends and the small groups are great for that! In approximately 45 minutes, everyone will return to the big group and we'll say our goodbyes for the week. We usually end shortly after 1:30 pm, but those who wish to can stay a few minutes longer. Please watch your email for "Eliot on Zoom" on Sunday morning which will include a link to join the Zoom Coffee Hour. If you're not on our mailing list, sign up here. We look forward to seeing you!

Sunday Worship – 10:00 am in the Sanctuary

OWL Program – 10:00 am in Room 006

Religious Education – 10:15 am (after Time for All Ages) in RE wing

In-Person Coffee Hour – 11:00 am in Adams Hall

Saunders/McVoy Covenant Group – 11:30 am in the Susan Frederick-Gray Room

Young Adult Group – 11:45 am in the Triplett Room

Online Coffee Hour – 12:30 pm via Zoom

Reed Memorial – 3:00 pm in the Sanctuary & online

Environmental Justice Team Meeting – 7:30 pm in the Susan Frederick-Gray Room

A Course in Miracles – 7:00 pm via Zoom

June Crowther Remembrance Gathering – 2:00 pm in Adams Hall & via Zoom

Vigil for Hope & Healing – 4:00 pm on the front lawn

Wellspring – 6:30 pm in the Susan Frederick-Gray Room

Solecki/Boettcher Covenant Group – 7:00 pm in Adams Hall

Wellspring – 9:30 am in the Susan Frederick-Gray Room

Stein Covenant Group – 7:00 pm in Room 006

Transitions Support Group – 7:00 pm in the Susan Frederick-Gray Room

Friday Freethinkers – 10:00 am in Room 001

Group leaders, have you set up an area for your group in Realm? You have a secure place to chat and share documents and photos. Contact Christie Lee to set up your group.

Join us for the Celebration of Life for James A. Reed on Sunday, March 12, at 3:00 pm in our sanctuary. Visitation begins at 2:15 pm. The memorial will be livestreamed with the YouTube link published in Eliot on Zoom.

A Remembrance Gathering for June Crowther will be held on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at 2:00 pm in Adams Hall. There will be the option to join remotely on Zoom. To receive the link, please email wa@eliotchapel.org. 

A Crash Course on Unitarian Universalism since 1945

A Crash Course on Unitarian, Universalist, and Unitarian Universalist Statements of Identity and Principles through the years

Are you considering joining Eliot Chapel as a member? The membership book will be available to sign after the service on Sunday, March 19. Please contact Rev. Krista no later than March 12 if you would like to learn more. She can be reached at ktaves@eliotchapel.org or by leaving a message at 314-821-0911 ext. 104. In the meantime, check out these resources on our website to support you in your consideration. 

A much-loved ritual in Unitarian Universalist congregations is the welcoming and dedication of infants and young children as part of a Sunday worship service. We are currently planning to include this ritual on Sunday, May 7 during the 10:00 am service.

For more information about the ceremony, Eliot membership, or to set up a meeting with Rev. Doug, please send an email to Scott Stewart at scott@eliotchapel.org no later than April 1.

The Women's Weekend team will be selling cookies and muffins on Sunday, March 19, from 11:00 –11:45 am in Adams Hall. This sale benefits the Women's Weekend Scholarship Fund. Baked goods will be pre-packed. Cash only.

With the change in COVID measures, Coffee Hour returns! But we need volunteers – can you help? Sign up here! 

Are you someone who can provide caring support to families in times of bereavement and joy? Are you looking for a way to make extra money? Eliot Chapel needs someone(s) to volunteer to handle memorials and weddings by coordinating the event at Eliot with the family or bridal party. This would be a paid-per-event non-employee opportunity. Please contact the frontoffice@eliotchapel.org if you are interested.

The Eliot Ride Team provides rides to church and to medical appointments for Eliot members and friends who cannot drive themselves. If you need a ride, email ineedaride@eliotchapel.org with your name, your address, where you need to go, and the date and time needed. We will be in touch to make arrangements. 

The Eliot Meal Train provides meals to Eliot members and friends who need some love and care. For example, we will provide meals for those who have recently lost a loved one or are recovering from medical care. If you would like to request meals or offer to provide meals, please email mealtrain@eliotchapel.org with your contact information and someone will be in touch with you.

This 4-part series offers those considering Unitarian Universalism as a spiritual path the opportunity to experience UUism through a small group experience. You will learn about our faith tradition, explore your own spiritual journey, and connect with others who are also seeking a spiritual home or faith. Longtime members and friends seeking a small group experience are also welcome.

Session 1: Your Journey – Sharing Our Stories and Spiritual Roadmaps

Session 2: The Unitarian Universalist Journey and the Journey of our Congregation

Session 3: Our Journey Together – The Three Paths of Unitarian Universalism Part 1

Session 4: The Three Paths Part 2 and Finding Your Journey Group

Book Discussion in April: Javier Zamora's Solito

Gather your friends on National Superhero Day, April 28, for a night of fun at Crestwood Community Center for the 2023 Eliot Chapel Trivia Night: Celebrating Heroes! Doors open at 6:15 pm, trivia begins at 7:00 pm.

Early bird pricing is $200 per table of 8 ($25/per person) until March 31. After that, tables of 8 are $240 ($30 each). Trivia questions will cover a broad range of subjects. You'll have a chance to purchase mulligans, win gift baskets, bid on auction items, and play games between rounds. Cash prizes go to the top three trivia tables.

Come dressed as your favorite HERO, super or otherwise! Prizes for Best Dressed Table and Best Decorated Table! Bring your own food and drink. Popcorn, soda, and water provided. Register online now!

Can you help out on the night of the event or beforehand? Can you make a gift basket for the raffle? Do you have a service or a gift card or tickets you could offer for the auction? Send an email to trivia@eliotchapel.org or sign up in Adams Hall after the service on Sunday.

“The Vulnerability of Needing Each Other” – Rev. Krista Taves

As UUs, we know intellectually that we need each other. Emotionally, that can be harder. It’s often easier to offer help than to ask for it. And yet, we need to need each other.