Category: News

Racial Justice Initiative Update; Discussion on May 23

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The Racial Justice Initiative (RJI) is concluding its second church year.  This year focused on congregants participating in Beloved Conversations curriculum, Black Lives Matter information meetings and listening circles, the formation of a People of Color circle that meets monthly, discussion and approval of a UUA recommended banner affirming our values, and creation of Facebook … Continue reading Racial Justice Initiative Update; Discussion on May 23

Kinship Circles Demystified

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UUCWC’s groundbreaking new model for inter-generational relationships has begun its second year of operations. Kinship Circles is based on a perceived need for intentional cross generational connections between young families with children, midlife empty-nesters and older adults in their wisdom years. We use the word Kinship as a way of thinking about these Circles. K … Continue reading Kinship Circles Demystified

What You Didn’t Know About One Another: We Brought It to You in Crossings

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We told our stories. How the Food Ministry brings UUCWC’s mission to the streets. Why participation in the Moral March was part of our fabric. What we notice in HomeFront kids when they care for Allie’s Garden. Over three years, Crossings magazine told the stories of our congregation. In all, 24 stories — as told … Continue reading What You Didn’t Know About One Another: We Brought It to You in Crossings

Roland “Rollie” Rahn Memorial Grant – Funding Program Established

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Roland “Rollie” Rahn was a long time member of UUCWC and co-chair of the church’s Food Ministry. Rollie was passionate about the Food Ministry’s service to HomeFront. He firmly believed that in this land of plenty, no one should ever go hungry. Upon his passing in October 2015, Rollie’s family requested that memorial donations be … Continue reading Roland “Rollie” Rahn Memorial Grant – Funding Program Established

UUCWC’s Endowment Fund

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Many members of UUCWC, particularly newer members, may not be aware that the UUCWC has an Endowment Fund. It is, in essence, our savings account for the future.  It provides for long-term financial security, allowing our community and mission to continue to prosper. The Endowment is a restricted fund, completely separate from the annual operating … Continue reading UUCWC’s Endowment Fund

Job Announcement: PT Office Support Position

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PT Office Support for vibrant Unitarian Universalist congregation in Titusville, NJ.  14 hours per week; 50 additional hours to be used throughout year as needed.  Fridays a must; other days negotiable; mornings preferred.  In coordination with Church Administrator and Director of Lifespan Religious Education, responsible for weekly communications, volunteer support and database maintenance.  Comfort with … Continue reading Job Announcement: PT Office Support Position

Kinship Circle Informational Meeting 4/23

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Kinship Circles is launching its second effort with an informational meeting on Sunday, April 23 at 12:30. This UUWCW initiative assists in the formation of small, multi-generational “intentional” families. We understand that people may be disconnected from relatives and offer Kinship Circles as a way to establish meaningful connections with some fellow congregants. We aim to connect households … Continue reading Kinship Circle Informational Meeting 4/23

UU Summer Camps for All Ages

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We are reprinting this article from last year, updated for 2017, because I think attending a UU summer camp or conference is so important to growing Unitarian Universalists of any age. They may not be able to articulate it well, but many lifelong Unitarian Universalists will tell you it was their participation in UU summer … Continue reading UU Summer Camps for All Ages