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UU Church West E-News

Sunday, June 4, 2023 - 10 AM

“Fragile as Flowers”

WATCH LAST SUNDAY'S SERVICE

Rev. Julie Stoneberg


2023 marks the 100th anniversary of our Flower Communion celebration. As we mark PRIDE, we also begin June’s exploration of the path of vulnerability. What do flowers teach us about the transience of life? Let us celebrate our ability to bloom and flower together, in a many-colored garden! Our Lead Music Director, Ruben Piirainen, will share his new piece, “Capek’s Journey.”


Don't forget to bring your flowers. However, some will be available if you do forget.

SUNDAY'S ORDER OF SERVICE

It's also New Member Sunday! Come and welcome and congratulate those who will become our newest members.

CHURCH LIFE

SUMMER SCHEDULE BASICS

The Summer Flow

The warm days this week have signaled that summer is upon us. That means that we're soon embarking on our shared service experiment!


Beginning June 25, our UUCW summer will offer a variety of experiences and adventures as we get to know some of our closest UU neighbors. 


Each week, we'll be sure to give you all the deets...about what time to show up where, about carpooling and online options, about programming for kids and families, and about what to bring with you. As usual, the weekly e-news will have more information about the upcoming Sunday's service/outing. Never fear, we're in this together! 

Online viewing will be available from our Livestream Page.

Banned Books Storytelling

June 3, 10 am - noon


Join us on PRIDE weekend for a fun activity with your kids. Enjoy the sharing of storybooks banned by some school boards for content related to diversity or race. This morning event will include age-appropriate conversation as well as singing and snacks. Come at 10 am and stay as long as you can!

Admission: Goodwill donations are accepted at the door. Please bring a nonperishable food item for our pantry.

MORE ABOUT BANNED BOOKS

Attention Members: The Annual Meeting is on June 4 at 11:30 am. 


Sunday service and the Annual Meeting will be on our be available from our Livestream Page. This page will be updated at 11:20 am with the new meeting link. This means if you are watching the service online, you will need to "refresh" your screen after this time to watch the meeting.

If you are attending in person and need care for children under 4, contact Dave Cicero or simply check in with him prior to the meeting’s start.

Friday, June 2nd is the

Sign-Up Deadline!

Dinners in the Home - Summer!

Saturdays, June 17 and July 22


UUCW's moveable feast returns offering a great way to get to meet more members of our growing community.


This summer version of Dinners in the Home only requires a one or two-date commitment and may provide an opportunity to dine outdoors on a patio or porch. 

LEARN MORE AND SIGN UP

Come celebrate and bless the LGBTQAI+ community on June 2 & 3 at Pridefest on the Summerfest grounds!


Join the Interfaith coalition of local congregations who return each year to spread love, joy and affirmation. This year the Blessed at Pridefest booth will feature a fun photo station, stickers, and a collaborative ribbon art blessing gate.


More information is on the Pridefest website. Volunteers are needed for a variety of easy tasks. Sign up HERE or contact Rev. Kimberlee of First Society Milwaukee.

Don't miss the next

"Lunch with Rev. Julie"

Friday, June 2 at 12 noon


Enjoy lunch and a time of open conversation with Rev. Julie and anyone else who shows up. 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.

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

Join the UUCW Welcome Team!

Ushers are a core element of our in-person worship. USHER SIGN UP


You can help make our church a welcoming place. GREETER SIGN UP


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

LIVING OUR VALUES

Our Split the Plate Partner for June is Metropolitan Milwaukee Fair Housing Council


The Metropolitan Milwaukee Fair Housing Council promotes fair housing throughout the State of Wisconsin by combating illegal housing discrimination and by creating and maintaining racially and economically integrated housing patterns. DONATE TODAY!

LEARN ABOUT THE MILWAUKEE FAIR HOUSING COUNCIL

UUCW Supports the

FOOD Pantry of Waukesha County during the month of June.


Items that are currently needed:

  • Ready-to-eat soup/pasta
  • Peanut Butter and Jelly
  • Condensed Soup
  • 100% Juice
  • Tuna
  • Canned Pineapple/Oranges
  • Granola Bars
MORE ABOUT THE PANTRY

FELLOWSHIP & LEARNING

Summer RE 2023


Current Sunday RE classes run through June 4.


Starting June 11, "UU Play,” an engaging and active summer program for children and youth through grade 5+ will be offered most Sundays throughout the summer along with childcare.

REGISTER FOR SUMMER RE

Early Registration for Fall RE


Religious Education plans for families, children, and youth in ’23-24 are underway!


Signing your kids up now will help organizers tailor it to their needs – and ensure that you receive any news and updates.

REGISTER FOR RE 2023-24

UUCW Chalice Mini-Camp 

July 31 - August 4, 8 am-3 pm 


Sign up your children and MS youth for a week exploring UU values in a fun and relaxed environment on the UUCW grounds – and invite your friends and neighbors to join you! Teen Camp Counselors and Jr. Counselors will

lead activities under the supervision of Dave Cicero, DLRE, and a Summer RE

Coordinator. 

Active Members: use discount code “UUCW” when registering. 

DETAILS  AND REGISTRATION

Join the Men’s Breakfast Group for a conversation on current events, philosophy, movies, vacation spots, seminal books, and more.


The Breakfast Group will meet on Tuesday, June 13 at 8 am at Panera Bread, 2095 N Calhoun Rd., Brookfield (second Tuesday of the month). The group also meets online on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 8 am.

For more information, contact Jerry Kashmerick.

The Wednesday Night Book Group

is discussing  

"The Storied Life of AJ Fikry"

by Gabrielle Zevon on June 14 at 7 pm  


Island Books owner A.J. Fikry, isolated after his wife’s death and an outsider in a small island enclave finds acceptance and community after receiving a mysterious package. Great discussions of books, book groups, and the value of bookstores as well. “Every book is a world” - Gabrielle Zevon.  


Contact Patty Stevenson for the meeting location and other details. 

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 June.

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

Congratulations to UUCW youth Nick Brown for his achievement of earning the Rank of Eagle Scout. Nick is pictured here with his proud mom Genevieve Daniels.

Next Sunday, June 11, 2023 - 10 AM

“Do not Discomfort Me”

Rev. Julie Stoneberg


Around the country, laws are being passed designed to protect children from feeling uncomfortable. What is the cost of not speaking the truth…of shielding ourselves from the truth of history and world events? Let us claim discomfort as a path to spiritual wholeness.



This month we explore the Path of Vulnerability.

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