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In hard times, and even in good times, giving is an act of faith.
In all times, UUCW is here for you.
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This Sunday, April 19, 2020 - 10 am
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VIA FACEBOOK LIVE
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Earth Day’s 50th Birthday!
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The Rev. Suzelle Lynch with Jim Fischer and Rob Zimmerman
The first Earth Day took place in 1970 – and today, we honor that birthday with two special guests from our congregation, Rob Zimmerman and Jim Fischer. Jim and Rob have worked for years in earth-and-water related fields, and have wisdom to share.
Join us April 19 on Facebook Live @uuchurchwest
Get connected to the Livestream
as early as 9:30 am!
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Click the red buttons to access online pledging, and more easy ways to Pledge.
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Gratitude and Anxiety
Have you heard this? Gratitude and anxiety can't be felt at the same time.
Here at UUCW, we are super grateful for
the generosity of our members and friends who have pledged $359,654 via the LEAP Campaign
to fund the congregation's work for 5/1/2020 through 4/30/2021.
The anxiety is that we need $442,000 to keep the church going for a year.
And if you are unable to commit due to job loss, or other uncertainties, please let us know. Email Rev. Suzelle Lynch today. We'd love to be of support to you.
THANK YOU!
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A Death in the UUCW Family
Mary Lou Kurtz
On April 12, 2020, Mary Lou (Hedgcock) Kurtz, emeritus member of UUCW, passed away at age 89. She died at home with her husband, Kenneth C Kurtz, caring for her.
Mary Lou and Ken are longtime members of UUCW; Ken was architect for both the 1960s and 1980s phases of the church building, and Mary Lou contributed many, many hours as a volunteer.
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Safer at Home Order
Extended Until May 26
The Wisconsin “Safer at Home” order has now been extended until May 26, 2020 by Department of Health Services Secretary-Designee Andrea Palm.
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Technology Delights Us,
and Frustrates Us!
Remember when Sunday mornings were a time to escape from the technology of the workweek?
A Message from Kelly Bognar, Publications Coordinator
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A "
VIEW LIVE STREAM
" button on our website page makes it easier access to our streaming service.
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Virtual Coffee Hour on Zoom
Sundays after Service
Come talk with Community Builder Brianna Laux Kocis and
other UUCW friends.
Once in Zoom, Brianna will coordinate smaller groups of 4 to 6 for conversation. Members and visitors are all welcome! Bring your favorite tea or coffee!
Contact
Brianna Laux Kocis
to receive a Zoom link if you did not receive an invite in your email.
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Share Your Joys & Concerns
Join Rev. Suzelle on Facebook Live this
Tuesday, April 21st at 5 pm
as she shares the Joys and Concerns sent in each week via Facebook Live.
Click the button below to share a Joy or Concern, and to choose whether you'd like them shared "live" or shared only with Rev. Suzelle.
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Song Circle on Zoom
Friday, April 17
6:30 pm
Do you like to sing just for fun? Join us to connect with others and share songs - from the comfort of your home. Join us!
to the Zoom Group.
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Show 'n Tell with Mr. Dave
Tuesday, April 21 at 2:00 pm
Special Edition: "Upcycled Art"
Join Dave for an online Zoom of sharing. Contact
Dave Cicero
to be invited to the Zoom Group.
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Story Time with Mr. Dave
Thursdays at 2:00 pm
Each week, Dave Cicero is ready to tell wonderful stories and listen to what our youngest UUs have to share.
Parents are always welcome.
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The UUCW Staff connects every week on Zoom.
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It's so easy to
Zoom!
During this difficult time, consider having a meeting to check in with the others in your group. UUCW has a
Zoom
account and is available for leaders to use.
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Join Earth Ministry for a
Letter-Writing Party!
Friday, April 24 at 2:00 pm
Learn more about how you can persuade our U.S. senators to address climate change now!
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Earth Ministry invites you to view the feature film
“The Human Element”
Friday, April 24
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at 7:00 pm
After viewing the film online, you can join us, starting at 8:30 pm for a discussion over Zoom.
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UUCW Food Pantry Supports Hunger Task Force
Hunger Task Force services continues to serve people with little or no money for food in the midst of the COVID 19 outbreak.
This month, UUCW will be presenting Hunger Task Force with a $100 check. In place of individual food donations at church, your financial donation will be appreciated. Donate today!
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Throwback Thursday
Our Community Builder Brianna Laux Kocis came accross some very old West Winds the other day. Looks like it was a much simpler time back in 1964. Have you been taking time recently to clean out a closet or two? What interesting item have you come across? Post pictures or videos to UUCW's Facebook page or email to
Kelly Bognar
, Publications Coordinator.
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Next Sunday, April 26, 2020
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10:00 am
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Blossoming Beltane!
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The Rev. Suzelle Lynch and
the EarthSpirit Team
The crossing from April to May is a time to see what’s blooming in our lives and to ensure that the soil in our gardens is good for the growing season. The earth-centered holiday of Beltane, or May Day, is all about passion and generativity — what’s blossoming in your life? How do we best give our energy to our sacred earth and to the things we care about? Come celebrate with us today!
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UUCW's monthly
West Wind newsletter will go on hiatus for the month of April. Check your email regularly for all the latest news from UUCW.
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Come
as
you
are
- leave inspired!
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