Sunday, March 19, 2023 - 10 AM | |
“Imagine What Our Joy Can Do!” | | |
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The Rev. Julie Stoneberg
All month we’ve been talking about what UUCW can be and do together. As we wrap up our Pledge Drive month, let’s get real about how our joy can change the world, even as it co-exists with our pain, brokenness and curmudgeon-ness.
Our theme for March is the Path of Joy.
Don’t miss the UUCW Adult Choir’s special performance today.
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Current Covid Risk: LOW
With medium or low levels, masks are STRONGLY ENCOURAGED
but not required and it is safe for choir and congregation singing.
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General Assembly 2023:
Are you ready to throw your hat in the ring as a delegate?
Options include attending either virtually or in person from 6/21 to 6/25, hosted in Pittsburg, PA.
Click below to find out more about what is GA and how you can represent UUCW as a delegate this year.
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Ministerial Search Update:
The next step is up to you!
Click below to find out how you can be part of an important step in the process of forming the new Ministerial Search Team, which will be responsible for selecting a candidate to be our next settled minister. Rob Zimmerman and Jeannie Baker will explain the process.
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UUCW is sad to announce that Evan McDoniels is moving on from the Sound Technician/Sexton position to pursue other opportunities. Evan will be with us until April 2nd. We are hoping to fill the Sound Technician/Sexton position prior to his leaving. This position works an average of four hours on 2-3 Sundays per month and for special events. Training is provided.
The Cleaning Specialist position is also available. It is time to bring back a cleaner on staff and keep the building stocked and beautiful. This is a ten-hour position that is flexible during the week.
If you or someone you know might be interested in either of these positions, please contact Vicki Banville.
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Imagine What Our Joy Can Do!
Pledges Are Starting to Arrive!
We all have big visions for our church — for who we are and what we want to become. Our visions ask us to choose a life of service and action, within the beloved community we hold dear, grounded in generosity and justice. We call on joy in this time of renewing our pledge for the coming year to UUCW.
Have you sent in your pledge yet?
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It's Not Too Late to Sign Up for a Cottage Meeting
Because you are an important part of this community, your participation in conversation matters. As a community, we are inviting you to join a small-group Cottage Meeting that welcomes YOU into the conversation with joy, generosity, and visioning our future in this time of ministerial transition.
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Sit right down and write
a love letter… to UUCW!
If you could tell this congregation why you love them, what would you say? How has it touched you, fed you, needed you? What has it taught you?
What have you seen UUCW doing? How has this community affirmed you, loved you? When has your love for UUCW spilled out of you? How has UUCW changed the world, or changed you?
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Intergenerational Spring Seminar
April 1-3, 2023
The Unitarian Universalist Office at the United Nations, UU College of Social Justice, UU Service Committee, and Side With Love are excited to announce that the 2023 Intergenerational Spring Seminar will take place April 1-3, 2023, with the theme "Demilitarization & Abolition: Resist Policing and Empire."
The event will be in-person at the First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis with online participation options.
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WUUSAN (Wisconsin Unitarian Universalist State Action Network) is a non-partisan statewide advocacy network employing the power of the collective voices of Unitarian Universalists in Wisconsin and a partner with UU the Vote. WUUSAN is asking congregations to send postcards to Wisconsin Voters to encourage voting in the April election!
UUCW will be a part of that postcard campaign on March 19th after the service. For more information, contact Karen Zimmerman.
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Log into Realm
then Get Ready to Smile!
Sarah Frey will be in the Community Room after the March 19th service to help you sign into Realm on your phone.
Those who are on Realm should be able to upload their own photos, but Sarah is willing to do it for you! Realm is a great resource, and it would be great if it held all of our smiling faces.
What's Realm you ask? Realm is the software that UUCW uses to connect members. Signed in already? Please go to OnRealm.org, and add your picture today. Questions? Contact Sarah Frey.
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Learn More About UU Church West
Visit the Newcomer's Table in the Community Room after Sunday's service to learn more about UUCW and how get involved. A membership representative will be happy to chat with you and share information.
You can also learn more about the upcoming two-part UU Orientation class offered on May 2nd and 9th at 6:30 pm.
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"Time Weights" - A Staged Reading
Saturday, April 1 at 2 pm at UUCW
Join writer Scott Kopichke for a staged reading of his original play "Time Weights." The play is about Lauren, a retired physics professor in the early stages of dementia. When she receives a package from her deceased mentor, Stephen Hawking, and some improbable visitors, her tenuous grasp of reality begins to fray. Will she stay tethered to her daughter, or will she find new life in the black hole?
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YRUU Bake Sale
This Sunday!
The YRUU youth group will continue to host their bake sale after Sunday's service to help fund their trip to Boston this summer.
Why Boston? A youth pilgrimage to Boston can help to make our liberal heritage a real part of the lives of our youth. They will visit the churches where important events occurred, see the public statues of UU heroes, and visit the graves of our forebears. This is a great opportunity to support our youth as they plan for this important trip.
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Meet the Nominating Committee
Every year the Nominating Committee is tasked with creating a slate of member candidates for the Board of Trustees, the Endowment Committee, and the Nominating Committee. During this time of transition, you have an opportunity to help shape our congregation.
A member of the Nominating Committee will be in the Community Room after Sunday's service with information about serving on these committees and can answer any questions.
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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. | | |
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The UU Circle at Harwood Place
March 23 at 10:30 am
Orchard Room (near dining rm)
8220 Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa
You are invited to join fellow UUs at their monthly gathering for worship, community, and discussion at Harwood Place Retirement Community.
This month's theme is "What Makes a Family?" Facial masks are required.
Please RSVP to Jude Christensen
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The April Chalice Table
is Waiting for Your Creativity!
You can provide visual interest to viewers in the Sanctuary and online. 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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Join the UUCW Welcome Team!
Ushers are a core element of our in-person worship. Join the Usher Team!
USHER SIGN UP
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You can help make our church a welcoming place -- sign up to be a greeter on an upcoming Sunday.
GREETER SIGN UP
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You can bring joy to folks just by making and serving coffee!
COFFEE SIGN UP
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Guest House
Our next turn to serve a meal at the Guest House will be on Saturday, March 18. You can help us provide a meal to their residents by contributing a dish and/or volunteering to help serve.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Eileen Gleeson.
Thanks so much for your generosity!
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SOPHIA Hosts a Housing Forum:
"A Call to End Homelessness"
with Guest Speaker Kevin Nye
Kevin is a writer at the Intersection of Faith and Justice and is currently writing a book on homelessness and grace.
Saturday, March 18 at 1:00 pm
First United Methodist Church
121 Wisconsin Ave, Waukesha, 53186
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Milwaukee Riverkeeper’s Annual River Cleanup - April 22nd
Lincoln Creek at 51st Blvd
Join Earth Ministry in the annual Milwaukee RiverKeeper Clean-up on April 22nd from 9 am – 12 pm. This year we will return to the Lincoln Creek site at 51st Blvd. A participant at the Leadership Cafe encouraged me to educate our congregation about what is most needed. This site was selected because it is deemed Class III: These locations have a ton of trash and need lots of help! You will be busy all morning! Questions? Contact Karen Zimmerman.
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UUCW's Split the Plate Partner for March
is Vivent Health
For more than 40 years, Vivent Health has been relentless in the fight against HIV, from advocating for policy change to protecting communities through prevention efforts to welcoming and caring for all who come through our doors.
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House Decor Donation Rotation
April 2 after Worship Service
Come to Earth Ministry’s Donation Rotation on Sunday, April 2. Browse the gathered items for House Decor – Artwork, candles, knick-knacks, lamps, plants/pots.
Before the service, bring your items to the Community Room. After service, browse and find treasures. Everything is free and you don’t need to bring an item to take one.
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The UUCW Nursery is staffed every Sunday at 9:45 am, regardless of Sunday RE plans.
This Sunday, Mar. 19:
Elementary and MS RE meet after 10 am Worship for All Ages
YRUU not meeting
Upcoming Sundays
Mar. 26: No RE classes
Apr. 2: Group RE class
Apr. 9: Group RE class
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Senior Bridging
Any high school Seniors who have taken part in UUCW RE programs, past or present, are welcome to “Bridge” during the Sun. May 14 Worship service. Your UUCW community wants to congratulate and wish you well.
Please contact Dave Cicero, DLRE, to register or receive more information.
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UUCW's Food Donations Support the Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Initiative in March and April. MHVI provides services for homeless and at-risk veterans and helps them maintain their highest level of independence. | | |
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CommUUnity Connections provides a helping hand to support members of the church community in times of need.
Kathy Lake is the CommUUnity Connections coordinator for March.
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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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The Staff was treated to a delicious lunch compliments of the UUCW Stewardship Committee. A big thank you to Lynn Kapitan, Jeannie Baker, and Leslie Peterson. | |
Next Sunday, March 26, 2023 - 10 AM | | |
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Pulpit Guest: Anahkwet (Guy Reiter)
Worship Leader: Eddee Daniel
The Rights of Nature (RON) is a movement to protect land and resources for generations to come by bestowing legal personhood to nature. We will discuss how Tribes in the US play a major role in the movement. We will also discuss current work that’s being done in WI on RON.
There will be no Religious Education classes today. Children and youth are always welcome to attend the service.
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