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Year: 2019

We are enough
Stewardship

What do we mean when we talk about shifting from an “I” church to a “We” church?

October 11, 2019 Jacki Weber

“…what if [religious institutions like UU Congregations] are where we come to understand that we are more than enough… we can have enough in community? …When we surrender to the larger community, we can find our authentic self.” […]

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Healthy Congregation

8 Elements of Effective Congregational Ministries

November 29, 2019 Rev. Jeremiah Kalendae

UUSM’s Board of Directors has adopted a model of effective congregational ministries in our beloved community that empowers everyone in the church to take responsibility for creating a beloved community together.  […]

Faith Forward Inquirers Series
Personal and Spiritual Exploration for Adults

Launching Faith Forward

October 12, 2019 Newsletter Staff

Many folks come to UUSM with a host of questions ranging from “What is Unitarian Universalism?” to “What do UUs believe?” […]

How to be an Antiracist
Faith In Action

“How to Be An Anti-Racist” Book Study and Discussion

December 21, 2019 James Witker

To Commemorate MLK Day 2020, the Peace & Social Justice Committee offers a study and discussion of the timely and important new book from Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, who previously became the youngest winner of […]

Events

Brave Spaces: Mindful Social Practice and Authentic Allyship

December 24, 2019 Right Relations

Please join the Healthy Congregation Council in welcoming Jeremy Arnold, son of Board member Abby Arnold, to our church for a workshop on the topic of Microaggressions. Derald Wing Sue, Ph.D., defines these as “brief, […]

Art Wall

January Art Wall: Jessie KB’s Science through Art

December 29, 2019 Bob Dietz

The Opening Reception for Jessica Kendall-Bar’s exhibit will be held on Sunday, January 5, 2020 at 11 am. The artist is a PhD candidate in Marine Biology who believes that scientific progress is futile unless communicated successfully. […]

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Personal and Spiritual Exploration for Adults, January 2020

December 22, 2019 Adult Programs

Learning and exploration are about the transformation of the individual, our community, and the larger society. Participation helps us grow in wisdom, compassion, and ethical living. See our upcoming activities, programs, and workshops for adults. […]

Illustration by Natalie Bui
Events

Racial Justice Dialogue Circle to be held at UUSM on MLK Jr. Holiday

December 21, 2019 Right Relations

You are invited to join a comprehensive, national and community-based dialogue circle to plan for and bring about transformational and sustainable change, and to address the historic and contemporary effects of racism. […]

Governance

Board Highlights December 2019: Survey Says Single-Service Sundays Will Continue

December 19, 2019 Rebecca Crawford

The UUSM Board of Directors met on December 10, centered on a mission of fostering a culture of caring. The board announced a new member, Rita deBoer, and encouraged congregants to welcome them on Sundays […]

Showcase Sunday 2018
Events

Showcase Sunday: January 12, 2020

December 2, 2019 Nominating Committee

On Sunday January 12, 2020, after the service, Forbes Hall and the Courtyard will be alive with bustle and information about our church’s committees and activity groups. Find out what committees and groups exist, what they do and how you might fit in. […]

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