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UU Church West E-News

Sunday, March 26, 2023 - 10 AM

“The Rights of Nature”

WATCH LAST SUNDAY'S SERVICE

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.

SUNDAY'S ORDER OF SERVICE
LEARN ABOUT OUR GUEST

CHURCH LIFE

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.

Ministerial Search: The next step is up to you!

 

Complete the nomination form for the Ministerial Search Team today!

ENTER YOUR NOMINATIONS

If you need more details about how the Ministerial Search Team is created and how you can help to select the Team, click below.

ROB AND JEANNIE EXPLAIN THE IMPORTANT PROCCESS

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. 

LEARN MORE ABOUT RADON

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.

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?

HERE'S THE PLDEGE INFO YOU NEED TO KNOW

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.

ZOOM COTTAGE MEETING
IN-PERSON COTTAGE MEETING

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?

READ RITA PIPER'S MESSAGE AND LEARN HOW TO SHARE YOUR MESSAGE

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.

SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTIONS

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.

MORE ABOUT GA FROM KRISTIN BUSSE, BOARD OF TRUSTEES 

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.

REGISTER FOR THE SPRING SEMINAR

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.

UU ORIENTATION CLASS REGISTRATION

"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?

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE STAGED READING

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.

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.

LEARN HOW YOU CAN  PLAY A PART IN OUR TRANSITION

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

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.

CHALICE TABLE SIGN UP

Join the UUCW Welcome Team!


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

USHER SIGN UP

You can help make our church a welcoming place -- sign up to be a greeter on an upcoming Sunday.

GREETER SIGN UP

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

COFFEE SIGN UP

LIVING OUR VALUES

MICAH Opportunities Coming Up

 

Get involved with MICAH in Wauwatosa

Mon. March 27th and Thurs. April 20th

MEETING DETAILS

Attend MICAH Issues Night!

Tues. March 28th - Learn about all of MICAH's Action Groups

DETAILS AND REGISTRATION

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.

DETAILS AND REGISTRATION

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.

LEARN ABOUT VIVENT HEALTH
DONATE TODAY

FELLOWSHIP & LEARNING

“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.

DETAILS AND REGISTRATION

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.

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.

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 

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.

LEARN MORE ABOUT MHVI

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.

ABOUT COMMUUNITY CONNECTIONS

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

PHOTO OF THE WEEK

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

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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