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The Rev. Julie Stoneberg

A transition time can feel like being lost, or like wandering in the wilderness. Can we feel at home in our wandering? Can we experience belonging in unfamiliar places? There is so much greatness to be found in the new and the unknown, even if it is quite uncomfortable. We belong even in the midst of change and upheaval.

The UUCW Adult Choir will be providing beautiful musical selections.

Last week's Chili Cook-Off gave us beautiful weather and an opportunity to listen to music, enjoy great food, and converse with friends.

The Stewardship Team would like to recognize our award-winning chefs!

The Board of Trustees is looking for 3-5 volunteers to serve on a task force to review and update UUCW’s personnel practices, job descriptions, work hours, and benefits, and how these compare to UUA best practices. We’d further ask for recommendations that will support our staff and provide professional development opportunities to ensure UUCW’s work environment is consistent with our principles. We estimate this will take 6-9 months. Experience in human resource management is helpful, but not required. Learn more by contacting Rev. Julie Stoneberg or members of the Board.

After-Service Potluck

and Conversation

September 25, 11:45-2:30 pm

You’re invited to a community conversation led by Rev. Julie about worship at UUCW. This is the first of several such exploratory conversations. Come prepared to participate…to both listen and share in what might be new or uncomfortable ways. We’ll consider future possibilities while continuing to hold former and current practices dear.

Would you like to help welcome new folks into our UUCW community?

The Membership Team is seeking folks willing to assist with welcoming visitors and new members and planning activities to help them engage with UUCW, including new member orientation. Whether you have a lot of time or just a little time to share, we'd welcome your help as we rebuild our efforts post-COVID. Contact Anne Deahl for more information or to commit some time and your talent!

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. 

Are you saving your metal,

textiles & plastic bags?

Recycling Day

Saturday, October 15th

8 am - noon at UUCW

UUCW is offering an opportunity to recycle scrap metal, household textiles, clothing, and single-use plastic bags. We hope this becomes an annual fundraiser and a great way for UUCW to support our values. 

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.

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.

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.

UUCW Supports Food Pantry of Waukesha County

in September and October

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

UUCW's Split the Plate partner

for September is

Community Water Services

CWS is a Milwaukee-based non-profit focused on ensuring that all residents have access to clean drinking water in their homes.

Sunday morning RE classes for children and youth have begun –

but it’s never too late to take part!  

"A big reason why we joined UUCW was for our kids. We love that RE is a place where our kids feel accepted just as they are, where questions are encouraged, and where they can explore important topics with other families who share similar values. Perhaps our 10-year-old said it best: “I feel the same way about church as I do about showers. I don't always want to go, but once I'm there I'm like, ‘Ahhhh, this feels good!'"   - Nicole Etter 

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.

Article II Feedback 

The UUA continues to consider changes to its official statements of purpose, Principles, sources of inspiration, freedom of belief, covenant, etc. The UUA Study Commission is hosting sessions this week to get feedback on its progress.

Or Join the Local Discussion

All are also welcome to join UUCW’s own discussion of these foundational topics Sun, Oct 2, at 11:30. RSVP to

Dave Cicero, DLRE, if joining for the first time. 

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 Discussions 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.

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.

Last week members and friends stopped in for a chat with Rev. Julie. Would you like to get to know Rev. Julie and help her to get to know UUCW? All are welcome to drop by UUCW on Friday, Sept 23, from 5 to 7 pm to share a time of open conversation with Rev. Julie and anyone else who shows up. Feel free to bring a snack, some munchies to share, or your favorite beverage. We can put on some coffee/tea for those who'd like that. (And if the weather's nice, we'll sit outside, so bring a chair!) 

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.