"Thanissara," Painting by Amy Darling |
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REV. FLORENCE CAPLOW
Fear is everywhere these days, and increasing all the time as we get closer to an historic election in the midst of a pandemic. What will it take to get through these times, and to continue to find the courage to respond and live our values, even when we are frightened?
The UUCUC Virtual Choir will be offering a beautiful choral performance.
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SUBMITTING JOYS AND SORROWS
Please send your joys or sorrows to joysandsorrows@uucuc.org any time before the Joys and Sorrows portion of the service. They will be read aloud.
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!
Your contributions and support allow us to continue to respond with love and resources to the needs in our congregation and the wider community. We couldn’t do it without your support and we are grateful to each of you.
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REV. SALLY FRITSCHE
Have you witnessed sudden demand this year for things like sourdough yeast, chest freezers, toilet paper, and canning supplies? Join us this Sunday to reflect on the ways we prepare for disasters, and what our different preparations might reveal about us. Together we’ll consider the many possible futures that lie ahead, and recommit to a preparedness grounded in community care and UU values.
UU ACTION NETWORK OF ILLINOIS
REV. FLORENCE CAPLOW
Note the start time is 15 minutes earlier than the usual service time!
Join 15 Unitarian Universalist congregations across Illinois (including Rev. Caplow and choir members from UUCUC) and The Unitarian Universalist Advocacy Network of Illinois (UUANI) for a Democracy Revival; we will join voices to encourage our get-out-the vote efforts as we work to be the faithful voice for democracy, which has always been a core to our Unitarian Universalist faith. Using our online technologies, we will be able to join the resources and energies for this worship service. Join with hundreds of other Unitarian Universalists for a Democracy Revival to revive democracy and our spirits!
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UPCOMING MEETINGS, CLASSES & EVENTS
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REV. CAPLOW AWAY OCTOBER 13-22
Rev. Caplow will be taking some time away to float the Green River in Utah, in spiritual preparation for what is shaping up to probably be a challenging fall and winter for all of us. She will be gone from Tuesday, October 13 to Thursday, October 22. She will not be able to respond to email or voicemail while traveling by train to Utah, or while on the river.
For ministerial support, please reach out to Rev. Fritsche at associate-minister@uucuc.org. For administrative questions, please contact the Director of Congregational Administration, Zoe Valentine.
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A Multigenerational Adventure through the Unitarian Universalist Principles - October to May
This past summer, sixteen families explored the Seven Principles through a program called COLLAGE! COLLAGE is an at home program where participants received kits full of stories, crafts, worship ideas, adventures, science experiments and so much more. As the family engages in the activities, they learn more about the Unitarian Universalist 7 Principles. We will continue this program in a new form. We welcome the families who participated this summer and NEW FAMILIES to join us. Read more
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The Storytelling Channel is an unlisted YouTube Channel which provides children, youth, adults, and families the opportunity to hear stories, music and poetry. Stories are for all ages! Tune in to see some familiar faces and enjoy. Since it is located on an unlisted YouTube Channel, it is important to register. Read more
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OPPORTUNITY TO HELP
Two of our members have a “Free Little Pantry” set up in their yards and would welcome your help with keeping their pantries stocked. Donations can be brought in Urbana to Julie Laut at 505 W. Main or in Champaign to the home of the Herzog family at 306 S. Willis. Thank you for your generosity!
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GROCERY DELIVERY AVAILABLE
If it would be helpful to have someone deliver groceries for you, we have several folks who have volunteered to do this. Contact Julie Laut at: jlaut@hushmail.com or 513-544-2682 & she’ll put you in touch with a volunteer.
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UUCUC'S "BUDDY SYSTEM"
Staying connected while
UUCUC facilities are closed
During this time of social distancing, staying in touch and checking in with each other is going to be very important. We hope you will consider being part of our "Buddy System" so we can care for one another.
You can sign up here: https://uucuc.breezechms.com/form/2184f1. Buddies will check in with each other regularly by phone to provide connection, companionship, and connections to help if needed. This is a great way to help each other. |
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From Barbara Jauhola: Happy and relieved to report that my sister's heart surgery on Wednesday was successful and she is recovering. Sue is not only my sister but is also my oldest and dearest friend. Keeping her in my thoughts and sending wishes for strength and healing her way.
From Rev. Sally: Joy that my husband and I are buying a house here in Urbana!
From Katriena Knights: Joy that my daughter is feeling much better after her surgery.
From Elizabeth Field: A joy to welcome my new puppy Piper into my life!
From Julie Laut: Joy that the turning of the season has brought me renewed energy and strength, as I prepare mentally for the uncertainty in the coming months.
From Nan Holda: A joy that after two years on the market, I finally have an offer on my St. Croix house. This sale will be a huge weight off my shoulders.
From Julie Laut: Sorrow - my heart is heavy at missing seeing my friends in person and being in the beautiful UUCUC sanctuary.
From Ursulla Idleman: Joy that my 15-year-old feline diva, Emerson, is responding so well to treatment for what's either lymphoma or IBD.
Please send your joys or sorrows to joysandsorrows@uucuc.org any time before the Joys and Sorrows portion of the service each Sunday. They will be read aloud. |
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UUCUC Social Action Offering. Each month a selected organization is chosen to receive offerings from our congregation. You may donate to the social action offering for the month in one of the following ways:
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During the month of October, Sunday services’ social action offering will support Cunningham Township's Angel Donor Fund. This Angel Fund was launched in 2018 by Cunningham Township to provide life-saving support for township program participants who have one-time miscellaneous needs that fall outside existing programs. All donated funds go directly to secure food, clothing, housing, power and transportation. Read more
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RECENT SHARED OFFERINGS
During the month of September 2020, CU Trauma and Resiliency Initiative was selected to be the shared offering. The UUCUC congregation contributed a total of $1,757.50 that month!
(CU TRI) is a collaborative initiative designed to educate the community about trauma, trauma-informed care, and resiliency. Additionally, CU TRI advocates for more trauma-informed policies, practices, and principles. CU TRI is part of the Champaign County Community Coalition, within the Office of Equity, Community, and Human Rights, and is located on 102 N. Neil Street, in Champaign.
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CHURCH CALENDAR
Dates are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, visit our UUCUC Calendar page .
Note: Parenthesized meetings/events are outside rentals. Asterisked meetings/events are closed.
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As of Monday, March 16, the UUCUC building closed as a preventative measure to minimize the spread of the COVID-19 virus in our community.. All upcoming scheduled meetings and events at UUCUC listed on the calendar should be considered tentative. If you are planning on participating in a recurring meeting, please verify with the facilitator that the meeting or event is still scheduled to meet and is shifting to an online format. UUCUC leadership and staff are working to move all recurring meetings to an online format, but this may take some additional weeks. Stay tuned for more information! At this time, we are strongly recommending that no groups meet in person.
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UPCOMING PUBLICATIONS - MARK YOUR CALENDARS! |
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Next eNews: October 15, 2020
Last day for content: Wednesday October 14 by Noon at the latest.
Please do not send to admin@uucuc.org.
Don't forget to publicize your meeting/event!
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UUCUC CONTACT INFORMATION |
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Regular Church Office Hours
Closed until further notice
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Church Office
(217) 384-8862
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Rev. Florence Caplow
Minister
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Kate Barton
Director of Facilities / RE & Office Assistant
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Austin Cody
Choir Director
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Rev. Sally Fritsche
Associate Minister for Congregational Life
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Matthew Gladden
Assistant Music Director
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Michele Townsend Grove
Interim Director of Religious Education
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Emily McKown
Youth Coordinator
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Zoe Valentine
Director of Congregational Administration
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Shornor Vineyard
Custodian and Building Caretaker
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