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by Julie Rigano, Director of Family Ministry My first Pride in Philly in 2018 was one of the most transformative experiences of my life. The queer and trans community in the city helped me reach new levels of growth. With their continual support since I moved here, I have not only grown but more importantly … Continue reading Celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride
by Julie Rigano, Director of Family Ministry I used to think January and February were the most boring months. Unless it snowed, it felt cold, gray, and dreary to me. That is until I started celebrating the 30 Days of Love with the Side with Love campaign. 30 Days of Love represents the month between … Continue reading 30 Days of Love in Action
by Julie Rigano, Director of Family Ministry I grew up at church. We went every Sunday. If I had a sleepover at a friend’s house on Saturday night, I was picked up early on Sunday for church. I resented it a little when I was young, but I cherish those memories now. Some of my … Continue reading The Importance of Having Fun at Church
by Julie Rigano, Director of Family Ministry As the leaves turn from green to yellow and amber and blinding orange,I can’t help but stare at the vivid colors.It’s not just me.It’s a phenomenon loved by many.People travel to see the transformation.We can’t help but bear witness to the beauty. I wonder what it would be … Continue reading Transformation
by Julie Rigano, Director of Family Ministry On the surface, Stephen Sondheim’s musical Into the Woods is merely a musical about fairytales. In the first act we see classic fairytale characters such as Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, and Jack before his beanstalk. Their lives intertwine as their paths cross in the woods during their … Continue reading Growing Ever After
By Julie Rigano, Director of Family Ministry It’s hard to pick, but I think the fourth Unitarian Universalist principle is my favorite. I believe that a free and responsible search for truth and meaning is the core of our faith development at all ages. We are blessed with the freedom to explore and find what … Continue reading Four Is My Number One
by Robin Pugh, Director of Congregational Life UUCWC has a history of stepping up to the plate when needed. It is a history we are proud of. We are a busy congregation, yet we always respond when we are needed. You are needed now. The help I’m requesting is in our children’s program. This is … Continue reading Not the Usual Ask
By Robin Pugh, Director of Congregational Life Who taught you about sex? If you were lucky, a kind and understanding parent or relative told you about sex and answered all of your questions as you came of age. Some people learned about it in health class. Many found out about sex from older siblings or … Continue reading Our Whole Lives – Lifespan Sexuality Education
We need facilitators for a few adult Faith engagement classes that we hope to offer this year. Facilitators are trained by Robin Pugh. These offerings are created to be led by UU volunteers. Each class comes with a detailed script of each session. Facilitators decide when the class meets: once a month, twice a month, … Continue reading Facilitators Needed For More Adult Faith Engagement Classes
By Robin Pugh, Director of Congregational Life We are pleased to announce the Adult Faith Engagement Fall Schedule of classes. Please email rpugh@uucwc.org to register for any of these classes. For the most up to date information about upcoming classes, see UUCWC’s Wednesday’s Announcements email. Pathways3 Tuesdays: 9/27, 10/11, 10/25, 11/8 (hold) from 7:30-9:00 pm … Continue reading Adult Faith Engagement Fall Schedule
