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This Sunday, December 5, 2021 - 10:00 AM

"The Joy of Food"

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SUNDAY'S ORDER OF SERVICE

The Rev. Denise Cawley


Holidays, family get-togethers, and celebrations all involve food. It is easy to come across happy food memories and to plan for joyous celebrations with food. Yet, for many, food loses its joy due to stress, comments, and other anxieties. Today, we explore food as a source of joy, ritual, and an opportunity for mindful presence. Join us in nourishing one another.

WATCH LAST SUNDAY'S SERVICE

CHURCH LIFE

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Just in case you missed it

Ministerial Transition

A message from your President,

Lisa Larson

I’m sure you’ve been itching to find out what your Board has been up to. Well, let me tell you… We’ve been busy and it’s good stuff!! In fact, I have some exciting news to share with you on behalf of your Board of Trustees!! So let me get to it...

BIG NEWS FROM LISA WITH RESPONSES FROM REVS. SUZELLE AND DENISE
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Help Create a Good Farewell


Help create a meaningful farewell event for Rev. Suzelle's retirement from UU Church West in January 2022. Volunteers in many areas are needed.


If you’d like to serve on Farewell Organizing Team or just provide help at the event, please fill out the form linked below. If you have any questions, contact Board member Stephanie Wahlen.

HELP CELEBRATE REV. SUZELLE
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Usher Needed!

Ushers are a core element of our in-person worship. Sign up today to be part of the Usher Team!

USHER SIGN UP

Smiles Welcome!

You can help make our church a warm and welcoming place by volunteering as a greeter. Sign up if you are able! And ask a fellow UUCW friend to join you.

GREETER SIGN UP
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Holiday Music Service

December 12, 10 am 


EarthSpirit Winter Solstice Ritual

December 21, 7 pm 


Christmas Eve Service: Opening to Joy December 24, 4 pm 


Living With Intention

UUCW’s 60th Birthday and Building Blessing - January 2, 10 am 


Farewell, Rev. Suzelle!

A Retirement Celebration

January 22, time TBD

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Be a Chalice Lighter!


Since we are now broadcasting services from our Sanctuary, members and friends are needed to light the Chalice flame each week. It's easy! Just arrive at church a little early on Sunday. Script and guidance are provided.


Interested individuals and families are asked to contact Publications Coordinator Kelly Bognar.

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Share Joys & Concerns in Tuesday's Spirit Lifter


You may light a candle for a Joy or Concern before or after the service. Light a candle and fill out a Sharing Card at the table on the North side of the Sanctuary.


Or you can enter your Joy or Concern with the link below and choose whether you'd like them shared in Tuesday's Spirit Lifter email message or shared privately with Rev. Suzelle.

SHARE YOUR JOY OR CONCERN

LIVING OUR VALUES

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"Widening the Circle" Discussion

December 4, 9:30 am on Zoom


Discuss the UUA recommendations for understanding & dismantling structural racism. Each session will focus on a different area of congregational life. You are invited to attend one or all sessions.


Rev. Denise Cawley will facilitate the session on Dec. 4, introducing the book and addressing the sections on Theology and Hospitality/Inclusion.

DETAILS AND REGISTRATION
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Winter Outerwear Drive 


UUCW Religious Education students are collecting – until Dec. 27 – donations of new or gently used outerwear for the Elmbrook Schools & BEGIN, a local interfaith network. "Middle school"/small adult sizes especially needed!


Please use the decorated white box in the UUCW foyer. Notify Dave Cicero if unable to access it when the church is open. 

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Middle School RE students in November learned who has historically occupied the land on which UUCW sits and are exploring ways to acknowledge & support Native Americans still in the region. They also chose, and will be introducing each week, this month’s “Split the Plate” partner organization, Islands of Brilliance. Way to go!

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Our December Split the Plate Partner is Islands of Brilliance


Islands of Brilliance is a learning experience developed specifically for children and young adults on the autism spectrum. They utilize project-based learning which allows students to grow their intrinsic capabilities and practice communication.

MORE ABOUT ISLANDS OF BRILLIANCE
DONATE TODAY!
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The Holiday Light Bin is Back!


Don't forget to recycle

your non-functioning

holiday lights.


Earth Ministry will keep your old lights out of landfills. Bring them to the church foyer any Sunday.


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UUCW Supports

the Pewaukee Food Pantry


The Pewaukee Food Pantry is currently struggling to serve the 200 families that depend on their help. Your assistance will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your kindness to our neighbors in need!

MORE ABOUT THE PANTRY AND HOW YOU CAN HELP

FELLOWSHIP & LEARNING

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5 MIN SNOWFLAKE

Help decorate the church

for the upcoming holidays!



Friday, December 3

10 am - 12 pm


Guidance and decorating supplies will be provided. We'll have individually wrapped holiday cookies and festive music! Come and stay for as long as you are able. Want to help from home? It's not too late to cut paper snowflakes and drop them off in the church foyer this Sunday! If you have any questions, contact Kelly Bognar.

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“Open Enrollment” Period 

UUCW small groups meet monthly to share insights from provided resources and personal explorations. They are accepting new members as the congregation continues "emerging" – but sign up by Dec. 6


Practice, Question, Reflect

Monthly Soul Matters packets, for exploring monthly Worship themes, are also available for individuals. Contact Dave Cicero, DLRE, if interested in receiving them.  

REGISTRATION TODAY!
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Join LCUUC for Holiday Fun!


Lake Country UU Church in Hartland invites UUCW families to make gingerbread houses and holiday cards with them Friday, December 10 from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. Dave Cicero will be attending and there might be a visit by Santa! A take-home gingerbread house kit and Zoom link option is available for those who prefer to participate remotely.

RSVP HERE
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CommUUnity Connections

provides a helping hand

or tangible support

to members of the church community in times of need.


Kathy Lake

 is the CommUUnity Connections coordinator for December.

MORE ABOUT KATHY AND COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
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PieceMakers Group Visit

Milwaukee Art Museum

Saturday, Dec. 4 at 10 am 


After viewing the "Quilts of Pauline Parker exhibit," participants will partake in lunch at Balistreri’s Bluemound Inn. The group will meet in UUCW's East parking lot at 10 am and carpool to the Art Museum. Quilters and non-quilters are welcome to attend.

RSVP TO CAROLYN LAWRENCE
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Chair Yoga – Online 

Tuesdays at 10 am and/or

Thursdays at 6 pm (NEW TIME) 


Jump-start your New Year’s resolution from the comfort of home – or while away! Chair yoga is accessible to most, and Rev. Monica encourages modifications to suit personal needs. All ages welcome. 

INFO AND REGISTRATION

PHOTO OF THE WEEK

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Reverend Denise and President Lisa celebrate the signing of Rev. D's contract to serve as our full-time minister from February 1-July 31, 2022. Congratulations, Rev. Denise!

Next Sunday, December 12, 2021 - 10:00 AM

"Holiday Music Service"

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The Rev. Suzelle Lynch

and Ruben Piirainen,

Lead Music Director


Our theme for this celebration of the winter holidays in marvelous music and worthy words is “The Time of Year When the World Falls in Love.” 

Enjoy live performances by handpan musicians Sarah Frey and Kristie Vosburg and members of the Kaleidoscope Band. There'll be new video performances by the UUCW Adult Choir.

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