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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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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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Ministerial Search: The next step is up to you!
Complete the nomination form for the Ministerial Search Team today!
| If you need more details about how the Ministerial Search Team is created and how you can help to select the Team, click below. | | |
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Radon Test Conducted at UUCW
UUCW is located in Waukesha County and Radon is frequently found in residents and buildings. The safety levels of various areas of the building were tested including the main office, an RE classroom, lower office space, and the nursery. The average results in the building were 1.5 pCi/L. It is recommended that if the test is at 4 p/Ci/L or above then a radon mitigation system should be installed. A big thank you to David Gross who donated his services.
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Don't miss the next
Lunch with Rev. Julie
Friday, April 7 at 12 noon
Enjoy lunch and a time of open conversation with Rev. Julie and others. Come prepared to participate…to both listen and share your thoughts about worship or anything about UU Church West that concerns or delights you.
There is no need to RSVP. Bring your lunch and favorite beverage. Contact Rev. Julie if you have questions.
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Imagine What Our Joy Can Do!
Pledges Are Coming In.
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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Online Cottage Meeting Option
is Now Available
Because you are an important part of this community, your participation in conversation matters. You're invited 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. Register below.
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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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UUCW is seeking a Sound Technician/Sexton. 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.
Please contact Vicki Banville for more information about these positions.
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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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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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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. Anne Deahl 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 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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MICAH Opportunities Coming Up
Get involved with MICAH in Wauwatosa
Mon. March 27th and Thurs. April 20th
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Attend MICAH Issues Night!
Tues. March 28th - Learn about all of MICAH's Action Groups
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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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“Try It Free” Chair Yoga Class
Tuesday at 10 am, online
At home or on the road for Spring Break this week? Wrangle the kids (and/or parents!) and join Rev. Monica and company for a mid-morning hour of body-mind practice.
All ages & abilities are eagerly anticipated, and poses will be tailored to presented to suit individual needs.
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PieceMakers
Saturday, April 8
10 am - 12 noon at UUCW
Join the people who love to quilt and sew! Anyone interested in sewing or quilting is welcome to attend. Members range from beginners to experienced quilters, and the group loves to share ideas with each other and help with quilting questions or problems. For more information, contact Carolyn Lawrence.
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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 RE plans.
This Sunday, Mar. 26:
No morning RE, but a Multi-generational worship service is planned, with extra activities (and Dave C., DLRE) at the Worship Exploration table.
YRUU meets at 7 pm
Upcoming Sundays
Apr. 2: Group RE
Apr. 9: Group RE
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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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Kristin Busse, Karen Engelking, and Almuth Soffee were among the 15 volunteers who completed 50 get-out-the-vote postcards after Sunday's service. These cards were provided by WUUSAN (Wisconsin Unitarian Universalist State Action Network) and are part of a campaign that reminds recipients about the next election on Tuesday, April 4th. Thank you to all the postcard writers and to Karen Zimmerman for coordinating the event! | |
Next Sunday, April 2, 2023 - 10 AM | |
“When to Resist Being Resistant”
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The Rev. Julie Stoneberg
Letting go or pushing through. Engaging or backing off. Keeping closed or opening wide. Jumping in or staying put. Creating or tearing down. Let's look for wisdom in the Exodus story, the central story of Passover, about when to resist and when to refrain from resisting.
Our theme for April is The Path of Resistance.
Enjoy the beautiful music of our UUCW Adult Choir.
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and need to get caught up on
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