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UU Church West E-News

Sunday, October 2, 2022 - 10:00 AM

"The Courage to Bless Change and Grief"

The Rev. Julie Stoneberg


In the midst of unsettling and emotionally-charged times, it can be difficult to allow change and grief to bring their gifts to us. Courage is our theme for October. What kind of courage does it take, to look hard times in the face, and to love what they have to offer? 


Kaleidoscope Band will offer courageous music today.

SUNDAY'S ORDER OF SERVICE
WATCH LAST SUNDAY'S SERVICE

CHURCH LIFE

Current Covid Risk: MEDIUM

With medium or low levels, masks are optional

and it is safe for choir and congregation singing.

A message from Rev. Julie


Think of interim ministry as a communal work of weaving together an evolving and creative tapestry…a tapestry containing all the threads of UU Church West’s past and future. My part is to keep you all looped into the process. Your part is to weave in the colors that represent your voice, your presence, and your vision.  

MORE FROM REV. JULIE

Do you ever wonder how a religion like Unitarian Universalism began? Do you think that you might want to become an official member of UUCW? 


Newcomers and long-time visitors are invited to join Rev. Julie, Dave Cicero, and Membership team members for a


Two-part UU Orientation Class

Wednesdays, Nov 2 and 9

6:30 - 9 pm 

Contact Anne Deahl or Larry Hawley for more information. Start your unique UU journey. Register today!

REGISTER FOR UU ORIENTATION

Calling All Musicians!


The Music Program at UUCW is seeking musicians from the congregation who would be interested in sharing their talents by providing music for Sunday services. Maybe you are a high school student preparing a solo for a contest or talent show. Maybe you're a retired person who has recently picked up their old instrument or resumed singing again. Whatever your musical story, please share it with Music Director Ruben Piirainen who is interested in helping you to find a great opportunity for musical expression at UUCW. 

MORE ABOUT RECYCLING DAY

Recycling Day

Saturday, October 15th

8 am - noon at UUCW


Along with donations of metal, clothing, textiles, and plastic bags, there is a need for volunteers to make the drive successful.


Volunteer to help sort the metal donations into types, pile up the bags of clothing that get dropped off, or gather and compact the plastic bags that arrive by the carload. Contact Vicki Banville with any questions about volunteering or donations.

SIGN ME UP TO HELP!

Article II changes?

Join the Discussion! 

Sunday, Oct 2, at 11:30am 


The UUA may be changing its statements of purpose, Principles, sources of inspiration, freedom of belief, etc. A Study Commission is inviting feedback from member congregations.


Dave Cicero, DLRE, will host this UUCW conversation in-person and online via Zoom. RSVP if joining in for the first time. 

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.

ENTER A JOY OR CONCERN

SIGN UP FOR THIS SUNDAY!


Ushers are a core element of our in-person worship. Join the Usher Team!

USHER SIGN UP

You can help make our church a warm and welcoming place by volunteering as a greeter.

GREETER SIGN UP

You can bring joy to folks just by making and serving coffee!

COFFEE SIGN UP

The Fabulous UU Church West

Auction is Coming this Fall!


The chance to bid and win wonderful auction items is coming up on November 9-12 to be enjoyed from the comfort of your own home! 


Watch for information on making auction donations in upcoming e-news.



Contact Leslie Peterson, Stewardship Team Chair, to learn how you can get involved.

LIVING OUR VALUES

Solitary Confinement Tour

Friday, Oct 7th

1015 N 9th St, Milwaukee


In this exhibit, WISDOM's Transformational Justice Campaign presents a replica solitary confinement cell. You can also join our challenge and stay inside for one hour by signing HERE


You can also just stop by to visit from 10 am - 5 pm. The Exhibit will take place in Milwaukee and Madison. When signing up, please be sure to sign up for the right location and time slot. For questions, email WISDOM's office.

SOPHIA's 2nd Annual Community Multicultural Fair:

Volunteers & Sponsors Needed

 

SOPHIA is starting to plan for the 2023 edition and we hope to have the support of more organizations that seek to empower the diverse cultures that converge in our society.


SOPHIA is looking for sponsors for event entertainment that present different cultures through food, dance, music, and crafts. If you would like to volunteer or be a part of SOPHIA, please contact Betty Groenewold.

October Donations Support the Food Pantry of Waukesha County


The Food Pantry is low on food and is in need of the following items:

  • Canned ready-to-eat soup and pasta
  • Whole grain cereals
  • Canned fruit
  • Protein (tuna, chicken, spam, tofu)
  • Rice or other grains
  • Pediasure
  • Peanut butter


Place your donations in the bin located by the east doors. 

UUCW's Split the Plate partner

for October is

Neighborhood House of Milwaukee


Neighborhood House is a community center serving individuals and families at all stages of life and regardless of income. Neighborhood House provides wrap-around services including quality early child care, after-school programs for youth, adult education for refugees, parenting support and a food pantry.

LEARN MORE ABOUT NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE
DONATE TODAY

FELLOWSHIP & LEARNING

Sunday morning Religious Education classes for children

and youth have begun –

but it’s never too late to take part!  


"I teach RE because I believe the children are our future (cue song!) and that their minds blossom when guided with love to consider large questions about the world. I like to think that I can be some small part in all of that, and in shaping my own future as our children rise to their potential as global participants. My children enjoy the activities each week and being part of a bigger conversation."

- Bree Chamberlain 

INFO & REGISTRATION

Nursery   

Childcare during Sunday morning

worship has not resumed...yet. But a search for a regular Lead Caregiver is on. If interested in this paid position, please contact Dave Cicero, DLRE, to learn more. 

All are welcome to join the Christian Spirituality for UUs meeting on Thursday evening October 13 at 7 pm at UUCW. The topic of conversation will be “The Soul’s Religion: Moving Beyond Religion to Individual Spirituality”.


We will be discussing the nature of spirituality; looking beyond typical understandings of “God” and into “Mystery”; personal perspectives for developing an individual spirituality. Email Jim Maletta to receive the reading material for this gathering.

LEARN MORE

Wisdom and Whimsy Returns!


Bring your lunch and a beverage and join us for conversation and/or listening. We as a group will decide on future topics so you are involved in the shaping of your group. This is a group for 50 plus but if you are a bit younger and want to come, we welcome you.


The first meeting is October 12, 11:30 am – 1 pm, and continues every second Wednesday of each month. Contact co-facilitators Kathy Allison or Susan Foley with any questions.

Two Discussion Groups,

One Great Book


"The Dictionary of Lost Words"

by Pip Williams will be discussed on

Monday, October 10th at 10 am

and

Wednesday, October 12th at 7 pm.


Members and friends are welcome to join either group. In-person and Zoom options are available. Contact Barb Holzhauer or Joanne Kopischke.

CommUUnity Connections

provides a helping hand or tangible support to members of the church community in times of need.


CommUUnity Connections coordinator Nora Vrakas created a Meal Train page for members Ellen and Don Newbauer. They are looking for just one or two meals per week. Meal Train is a way to organize meals for UUCW members in need of a few meals.

MAKE A MEAL FOR ELLEN & DON

The Monthly ROTATION is back!


"Holiday decorations" is the theme for October: bring your unwanted Valentine’s Day, St Patrick’s Day, Easter, 4th of July, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc. indoor & outdoor decorations and related items.


Drop off in the community room before service on Sunday, October 9th. You do not have to bring anything to take whatever you want after service.

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.

SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING

PHOTOS OF THE WEEK

Last week, twenty-six folks gathered with Rev. Julie for a conversation about the Sunday experience at UUCW. They were experimenting with a particular way to deeply listen to one another, a format that may be used for other community conversations during the interim period.

Sunday, October 9, 2022 - 10:00 AM

"The Age of Anxiety:

Addressing the Dominant Mental Malady of Our Time"

Guest Speaker:

Philip Chard, MS, LCSW, NLP

Worship Leader: Steve Frey


Anxiety is the most widespread mental health challenge worldwide, affecting virtually all ethnic and age groups. In recent years, this condition has steadily increased, spurred in part by growing uncertainty over the state of our nation, the geopolitical world, and our planet. We will examine what fuels anxiety, how it manifests in mind, body, and spirit, and what we can do to address it.

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