Newsletter of the Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains Grass Valley, CA August 2012 We are a GLBT-Welcoming Congregation
Aug 5, 11:00 am -- “Stages of Recovery From Mental Illness,” Rev Barbara Meyers
Recently the psychiatrist Mark Ragins has proposed that there are several identifiable stages in recovery of one’s mental health, similar in concept to the stages of death and dying identified by Elizabeth Kubler-Ross. We will reflect on these concepts and how they might be helpful in our lives. Worship Associate: Matt Wilson-Daley
Please remember to bring your donations for the Interfaith Food Ministry and Animal Save
Aug 12, 11:00 am “The Healing Power of Relationship,” Aida Baker, MFT
Are you there for me? Do I matter to you? Will you come to me when I call? These are the hidden cries of vulnerability that underlie the distress experienced in most adult love relationships, yet they often come in the form of angry protests or as in withdrawn defeat. Recognizing and emotionally responding to these “attachment cues” are the keys that can unlock the door to deeper emotional bonds of safety, trust and understanding between partners…a process that has been shown to improve mental and physical wellbeing. Worship Associate: Lindsay Dunckel
Aug 19, 11:00 am – “The Celebration of Life and Contemplation of Death,” Milton Hildebrand.
Milton, 94 years young, will share some thoughts about living so as to approach death with as much equanimity, comfort of spirit, and peace of mind as may be. Worship Associate: Jerry Jacoby
Aug 26, 11:00 am -- Rev Lindi Ramsden of the UULM
The California UU Legislative Ministry continues to watch our California legislation for items that reflect or contrast with many of our UU values and concerns. The UULM has been so effective, they’ve become a model for UU’s in other states. Worship Associate: Sophia McKean
August 2012 page 1 Visions of Renewal Rev. Meghan
Dear Friends,
I’ll not be posting anything in the Mountain Chalice while I am on leave. I’ll be taking a photo every day or two and posting them on a Tumblr page on the Internet. You will be able to see my photoblog there: http://meghaninthemiddle.tumblr.com/. I thought this would be a nice way both for me to chronicle my adventures, but also for you to see a little of what I’m seeing while we are apart. Just type the address directly into the address bar of your browser. On Thursday we walked along the High Line. Blessings and Love, We got this picture in right before it started Meghan raining and we had to dash to a cafe for cover.
This is the view from the balcony of our apartment at sunrise (5:17 am to be exact). Seems time to decompress from the road trip and relax into my renewal leave!!
August 2012 page 2 But what is UUCM’s mission? More specifically, “whose lives do we intend to change and in what way?” Our Notes own lives? The lives of people in our local community? From the What about all humanity? President If you are interested in exploring these questions, see me or any other Board member. At our upcoming Annual Keith Board Retreat we will be considering our Adult RE Johnson program for this year and a workshop on leadership and church mission is one suggested topic.
Read any good books lately? I just finished Governance Enjoy the last few weeks of summer. and Ministry, Rethinking Board Leadership by UU Minister Dan Hotchkiss. Here are a few excerpts:
• “Who, then, is the owner of a congregation? Peace, Who plays the role of the stockholders in a business? Not the members. Not the board. Not the clergy or the Keith bishop or the staff. All these are fiduciaries whose duty is to serve the owner.”
• “…The “owner” that the board must serve is this congregation’s mission”… “Any effort to improve the The Big Yellow Barn hosts ... governance of a congregation begins by recognizing that its primary measure of success is not the balance in the Eleanor Roosevelt bank, the shortness of board meetings, or the happiness from WAR to PEACE of congregants. A congregation’s “bottom line” is the Witness the compassion, the humor, the angst, and the wit degree to which the mission is achieved.” of Eleanor Roosevelt. She speaks of how to build • “…And what is the mission? A congregation’s the world we seek. mission is its unique answer to the question, “Whose Two acts, with intermission. Act I: During World War II lives do we intend to change and in what way?”… “What We Are Fighting For” How does one stay true to one’s ideals in the midst of war’s mayhem? How can we “Growth, expanding budgets, building programs, and create the world we want while surrounded by tumult? such trappings of success matter only if they reflect Act II: At the United Nations “Hammering Out Human Rights” positive transformation in the lives of the people Re-live the ground-breaking, grueling, tempestuous, and eventually triumphant development of the Universal Declaration of touched by the congregation’s work.” See Hotchkiss, Human Rights, a Magna Carta for humankind. Governance and Ministry, pp. 85-86. Sunday Hmmm. Food for thought to say the least. Here at August 5, 2012 UUCM have we focused too much on the “trappings 3:00 P.M. Suggested Donation $10 to $15 of success?” Personally, I plead guilty (or maybe nolo For reservations: contendre). I have been very interested in such things as [email protected] 530-263-1001 increased membership, the happiness of congregants (see Covenant of Right Relations), and a balanced budget At The Big Yellow Barn, 10141 Cedarsong Road, Nevada City CA 95959 which leaves our reserves intact. Have I neglected our mission?
August 2012 page 3 SOUTHWEST RICE AND BEAN SALAD (vegan and gluten free) Serves 4
By Carol Hyndman
This is good as a meal on its own, or you can add other ingredients such as corn or avocado and wrap it as a burrito.
1 c sushi rice Annual Family 1 15 oz can pinto beans drained and rinsed Campout 3 1/2 Tbsp lime juice divided
Hi UU Families and Friends, 1 med. yellow bell pepper cut into 3/8 in dice(1 cup)
We have 7 reserved for our Annual Family Campout at 1 c red cherry or grape tomatoes, halved Scott’s Flat Lake August 17th-19th. It will be another wonderful year of relaxing, water fun, socializing, 3 cloves garlic hiking, potluck, campfire music and song. Come for 2 1/2 Tbsp olive oil the day or come camp with us! As we did last year, many of these sites can be shared by 2 or more UU 3/4 c coarsely chopped cilantro Families. Each site costs $65 for the weekend (Fri/ Sat night) and includes 1 car. This is $30 per night 1/4 c medium chunky salsa plus a $5 reservation fee. There are additional fees for second car $10 per night, Dogs, Kayaks, Day Use etc. Please see the website. http://www.scottsflatlake.net/ Cook rice until tender. html/rates_and_directions.html Meanwhile, toss pinto beans with 1Tbsp lime juice in large bowl. Add bell pepper and tomatoes.
To reserve you space, please contact Beth Freedman as Squeeze garlic into medium bowl with garlic press. soon as possible at 274-2234 or by email beth@mbfree. Whisk in oil and remaining 2 1/2 Tbsp lime juice. Stir net. You may also book your own sites directly thru in cilantro. Add to bean mixture Scotts Flat but please let us know you are coming. Drain rice and rinse under cool water. Drain again. Add to bean mixture. Add salsa and toss to combine.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
August 2012 page 4 STEWARDSHIP
By Ruth Ghio
July 1st began a new church year. Again, I want to encourage members of the congregation to consider volunteering to serve on the Stewardship Committee. MUSIC, MUSIC, MUSIC If you want your vision, your ideas and thoughts to be known and have impact, then the Stewardship By Annie Haymaker Committee is the place for you. We are most interested in the culture of our community and supporting the vision of the congregation. If you have ideas about Choir News how to support the growth and development of this congregation, the Stewardship Committee invites you In August our rehearsals will be the first three Mondays, to join and share with us. August 6, 13 and 20, from 7-8:30 pm. As is traditional for summer, we will not present music at services. It’s This year we had many successful, entertaining a good time to try new music, get to know each other fundraisers. We had music, auctions, wine tasting, better, and enjoy singing in our peaceful sanctuary. For yard sales, poetry and theater. All of these events were more information, call Annie at 477-0701. successful as a result of the hard work of the volunteers and the coordinators. Thank you! Some attracted mostly UUCM members; some attracted the larger community. Every event served a purpose larger than raising money.
The events that attracted mostly UUCM members helped build community. The people who helped with each event worked together and had fun. They contributed to the well being of the life of the church. Those who attended had fun, got to know each other, and shared in laughter and appreciation; they Drum Circle @ UUCM strengthened the bonds of their spiritual home. The events that attracted the larger community opened If you have recently resolved to “do more drumming,” our doors to those who may or may not have been here’s your opportunity. Bring your hand drums and familiar with UUCM. They got a chance to taste, to percussion instruments. Some drums are available. see and to participate in what we are about. I want to All ages are welcome and no experience is necessary. specifically talk about the three events I coordinated The August gatherings will be Wednesday the 1st and since they are the ones I know the most about. 15th from 7 to 8:30 pm in the UUCM Chapel. For more information contact David Ferrier 559-5902 The poetry reading was our very first one, and it was ([email protected]). an amazing experience. If you have not yet seen Eileen Hale’s beautiful posters for both the poetry and the play, please pay special attention. They are works of art. These posters make their own statement about UUCM. We support the creative process and the creation of beauty.
August 2012 page 5 The poetry reading was successful largely due to Eileen’s as it was submitted. efforts. We both contacted poets and were blessed. Everyone said YES!!! We worked together and with RE Then I think the play itself and the acting validated the to provide a poetry workshop for our teens. Watching article. I am proud of what a good job we did. There Maxima Kahn work with the teens even for a brief time were times in the play when you could have a pin was beyond wonderful. Four of those teens read in the drop. People are more curious now about “my spiritual poetry reading. I loved their reading and what it meant home.” We made about $2,000 and again we made an to them to be able to participate. Eileen organized the enduring impact as a result of the play. I believe if we order of the reading. Her skill at this helped the entire found ways to share our stories in a vulnerable honest event move smoothly. Every poet I talked with said it way we could not remain enemies. This idea has been was among the best readings they had attended. The supported by almost everyone I have talked to about members of the audience were also in agreement. Some the play. In fact some women felt this so strongly they did not come out of their love of poetry but came away are still talking about it. I actually think it would be a with a new appreciation for it. A few people asked for wonderful way to support peace. If you are interested in more information about UUCM. We made $600, and exploring this idea, please let me know. Like the poetry we made an impact on the larger community. It was an reading, we are exploring how to do the play again. impact that will be remembered. Poets and members of The last event was the art auction. Again I want to Our theUU audiencepianist askedJim Loweif we wouldis booked do it again.at the I hope Apple we Apple thankCafe, Eileen located for her at thoughtful 13469 and respectful approach Colfaxdo. Hwy., every fourth Friday of the month playingto music this event. for Wefine had dining a small amountroom of art from the 4:00 PM to 8:PM. outside artist, notably Yvonne Bartlett and Karen Lilly. AlwaysThe call play sold273 -out9266 and to was confirm a huge success.and make I never reservations. go anywhere without being asked when we are doing Their contributions were sold. Eileen Hale, Sandra Loweit willagain. also The befeedback playing from outside the audience in Nevada has been City in frontBullock, of Sharon the Mine Moore Shaft and myselfon all contributed Wednesday August 8 from 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM and in Mateo's Public Restaurant overwhelmingly touching and for me deeply rewarding pieces. To everyone who contributed I say thank you! garden on the Sundays of August 5th and 26th startingWe at made 5:00 about PM. $350 from the art auction. and satisfying. Lindsay did a fabulous job and has been well recognized as an “actor.” The director of Our I am not sure if space permits me to talk further about Town asked her to audition. the factors that made these events so successful. I think Randy McKean took on the task of handling publicity. it is very important to share what worked well, what The interview on KVMR, and the newspaper article needs to be improved, what just slipped through the in the Union were all largely a result of his efforts. He cracks and how we can close those cracks. put it on Facebook, which I learned is an important In closing I believe we should say something about element in any publicity campaign. I think th,e success UUCM at any fundraiser open to the public. It helps of the play was largely due to the excellent press we them learn something about us, and our spiritual received, including the lovely article he and Lindsay beliefs. I particularly like the opening in every Sunday wrote for The Union, which was printed almost exactly Service, “You are welcome here…”
It was a great year! UUCM August Gigs PIANO Apple Café – 13469 Colfax Hwy GREAT Friday, Aug 4th 4-8pm “...the burdensome practice of judging brings RSVP: 273-9266 annoyance and weariness.” Mine Shaft – Nevada City JIM Wednesday, Aug 8th 6-9pm From the “Hsin hsin ming”, Verses on the Faith Mind Mateo’s Restaurant – Nevada City by the Third Zen Patriarch, Sengstau. Sunday, August 5th starts @ 5pm LOWE Sunday, August 26th starts @ 5pm
August 2012 page 6 CARING NOTES
Robin Hart The days of summer in August are hot and long with lazy days and our annual camp out up at the lake. It’s
time to spend with family and friends and all those in our community. It’s time to sit out under the stars at night and enjoy the view. HOSPITALITY HOUSE DINNERS IN AUGUST
If you need to bring something to the attention of the By Leal Portis and Suzanne Ferroggiaro Caring Committee, please contact one of our members:
Robin Hart (Chair), Corrie Silva, Leal Portis, Gwen Eymann, Alice Johnson, Sandi Lauher, Jerry Jacoby, Due to a grant that Hospitality House received, they May Lawrence, Carol Hyndman, Bernell Scott or are continuing with the nomadic shelter during the e-mail us at [email protected] summer until the renovations are completed on the Sutton Way property. We and they are very grateful for the UUCM friends who have continued their contributions of food and time.
August has 5 Fridays so we will be serving food on Friday Aug 17th and Friday Aug 31st
If you can bring food or stay to help and serve, please mark your calendar and contact:
For August 17, contact Leal Portis, portis.leal@gmail. com, or 265-3887
For August 31, contact Janet Dunstan, gvjanet@gmail. com, or 477-7635
Thanks so much for your generosity. We truly are a Beloved Community!
August 2012 page 7 camping, hiking, miniature golfing, etc…. The idea is to share activities that gets dads (or grandfathers) and their kids together.
We will have a planning meeting on Sunday, August 5th after church (12:30ish). We will discuss what days work well for activities and plan some of the events for the next six months. Please contact Brett Torgrimson with questions. Email to [email protected]
UU ANIMAL NEWS By Carol Hyndman
We will now be supporting Sammie’s Friends and bREaking news Animal Save on a rotating basis. In August the By Brett Torgrimson food and any donations will go to Animal Save. In September we will give to Sammie’s Friends. In even DUUDES (that’s dudes not duds) are coming to numbered months donations will go to Animal Save, in UUCM. In fact, many DUUDES are already a part odd numbered months donations will go to Sammie’s of our congregation. Don’t necessarily look for men Friends. If anyone wishes to contribute money or wearing cowboy hats, chaps and/or carrying a surf checks to these groups, you can also do so. Put checks board. Instead look for loving, caring UU men who or money in the red animal bag in the foyer. have children in their lives that they want to have fun If you want a receipt for tax purposes, please attach a with. Officially named Devoted Unitarian Universalist note with your info. These groups will be glad to send Dads Exploring and Socializing (with their kids), you a receipt. You can also give cash or checks made the abbreviation of DUUDES works much better. out to either group to Carol Hyndman who will deliver And while “Dads” are in the name, we also want all donations personally to the groups. Grandfathers, uncles, cousins, whatever…. If you would like to learn more about becoming a While living in Colorado, I organized a dad’s playgroup member of the UU Animal Ministry please contact that we called the BaBa Group. BaBa means “dad” in Carol Hyndman by phone at 477-0693. Mandarin – we adopted our two girls from China. We met every other week on Friday nights with our kids. We had dinner then took them bowling, miniature golfing, to the park to play Frisbee, swimming, bike SOCIAL ACTION NOTES riding, hiking, fishing and to the Father & Daughter By Sheila Myers annual dance. The idea was just to spend time with our Pass the Plate kids and to be able to socialize with other dads. Moms seem to make time for socializing with other moms This month’s pass the plate recipient is the Unitarian but we dads don’t seem to make that a priority unless it Universalist Legislative Ministries. The Reverend Lindi involves bar-b-cuing or a sports event. Not that I am Ramsden will be our guest minister on August 26th knocking either of those things. Where would we be and we will be collecting to help the UULM continue without burgers and baseball? to watch our California legislation for items that reflect or contrast with many of our UU values and concerns. This new group (now forming at UUCM) will plan Last month, Citizens for Choice reaped the benefit of and participate in adventures and activities with their our congregation’s generosity of $475.76. children. We could take the kids swimming, fishing,
August 2012 page 8 New RE Director and Curriculum to draw you in – songs about life, love, economics, his dog, peace, war, the state of the world and anything else Paige Torgrimson, new UUCM RE director, and the that comes across his field of vision. Social Action Committee are teaming up to get the 9-12 year olds involved in good works. There is a new The talented Ann Meigs will accompany Nory with her UUA curriculum designed to get our youth interested mandolin and harmony vocals. Ann has been in a few in our Social Justice/Environmental actions, so stay groups over the years and is currently with the very fun tuned to hear more about some exciting projects! “Buffalo Gals”.
Foreclosure Support Group Nory and Ann have both played with some very fine musicians over the years so there might be a surprise The Nevada County Foreclosure Support Group is guest or two on hand. Come on out and participate. a relatively new interfaith and multi-organizational You’ll surely have a very fine time! help group meeting at Nevada City United Methodist Church each Wednesday at 10:00 am. The UUCM Tickets will be available at UUCM and Briar Patch. Social Action Committee is happy to be a part of this $15 adults, $10 ages 18 and under. team of people working together to keep our citizens informed on this topic linking those who are either Sponsored by the UUCM Social Action Committee. underwater or facing foreclosure in their mortgages. Vegan Potlucks If you, or someone you know, are going through these issues, please join others who are facing the same Mark your calendars for The Gold Country Vegan difficulties. There is strength in numbers, after all! Meet-up here at UUCM on the 2nd Sunday, (this time on the 12th) for the best vegan meal in town! Bring your vegan dish and a list of ingredients with you. Benefit Concert -- An Ode to Moderate with Nory Dinner starts at 5:30 PM. You might want to stay for Fussell and Ann Meigs the Second Sunday Cinema film, sponsored by the Peace Center and the UUCM Social Action Committee Friday, August 31, 2012 at 7:00 pm directly following dinner at 7:00 PM. Remember, the kids are welcome too, so please bring them! Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains, 246 So. Church Street, Grass Valley Then, on the last Saturday of the month, (this time on the 25th) don’t miss UUCM’s own Vegan Supper Club potluck at 6:30 pm for another wonderful vegan meal. Imagine a world in which we take only what we need See how fantastic the food is without animal products! and give back what we can. There would be enough Omnivores are welcome, just leave the meat, dairy and for everyone; no homeless, no hungry, no banker eggs at home! Have a guilt free meal with some great crooks or Wall Street criminals. This evening’s concert, people. Questions about what is or is not vegan? Email a dual benefit for both Utah’s Place and the Unitarian me at [email protected] for advice. Universalist Community of the Mountains, is a collection of songs that will center around a thought- provoking phrase that Utah Phillips used – “the Justice of moderate means”.
For over 30 years Nory Fussell has popped in and out of the local music scene, playing in bands, duos, trios and a capella groups. As a singer-songwriter who plays guitar, harmonicas and the Irish bouzouki, Nory offers a diversity of song styles and lyrical focus that are sure
August 2012 page 9 LIBRARY WANTING DVD DONATIONS!
By Kate Kernitzki
Greetings for August! The library is gaining a wonderful selection of DVDs, as well as more books every week. If you have any documentaries or general films that you don’t want or need, please consider donating them to the UU Library. Just leave them on the shelf labeled: Donated Books, and our librarian will be happy to include your name in the next newsletter. Here’s what’s come in lately, so take a look on the GREEN POWER POINT shelves!
By Anita Wald-Tuttle
DVDs:
Bag Lady Report regarding the Bag Nation - My Kid Could Paint That (documentary)
Last Chance Harvey
How many cloth or alternate fabric bags do you have Phoebe in Wonderland on your back (or front) seat? AND how many do you regularly use? I counted fifteen (15) on my back seat The Affair of the Necklace the other day, after watching a family push two carts to Catch Me If You Can their car loaded with at least 20 plastic bags. What a waste of money and resources!
Sturdy reusable totes for groceries are a must, but so is a versatile, take-everywhere bag for errands and impulse buys on the way home that folds up to a couple inches square and can live in your purse, glove compartment, or coat pocket. Practice saying, “I’ve got my own bag, thanks!”
If everyone at UUCM pledged to avoid using plastic bags and helped spread the word to friends and relations, WE could make a difference locally - and that’s how change happens. Books:
Piazza, Holy Homosexuals: The Truth About Being Gay or Lesbian & Christian (S)
Singh, The Grace in Dying (S)
August 2012 page 10 Hengen, If Jesus Were a Therapist (S) The textbook will be Journey of Souls, 5th Edition, by Michael Newton. There is no charge for the course, Sinkford, UU Pocket Guide (UU) but students are expected to get their own copy, so Morrison-Reed, Black Pioneers in a White they can highlight key concepts and make notes in Denomination (S) the margins. A course outline is available from Jerry Jacoby: [email protected] Smith, When I Say No, I Feel Guilty (N)
Vaughn & Walsh, Gifts from a Course in Miracles (S)
Katie, Loving What Is (N) UUCM PHOTOGRAPERS!!!
Peck, The Road Less Traveled (N) Donated by Bernell The Chalice Team needs your photos! We would love Scott to fill the chalice with a visual album of the multitude of exciting events we have here at UUCM. Get your Gore & Kron, Coming Out in Faith (UU) Donated by camera’s out and start clicking. If you have pictures you Carol Hyndman & the Social Action Committee would like to submit to the chalice please email Leah Lossner at [email protected] for an invitation to our photo sharing site! A NEW CLASS IN OUR EDUCATION PROGRAM
Reincarnation and Ethics
Wednesdays, September 12 thru December 12, 7pm in the Alcott Room
Presenter: Jerry Jacoby
Where do we come from? What happens when we die? These are two of the big questions in life. This course will answer these questions, bearing in mind that answers to questions like these lead to half a dozen deeper questions. But we will take it at least one level deeper.
A third big question is why we are here, in this life, in this time? The generic answer seems to be to learn lessons, such as anger management, compassion, and empathy. The problem with generic answers is that, like Mother Hubbard’s skirt, they cover everything but touch nothing. The primary focus of this course will be ethics, right behavior. The many case studies will be a vehicle for developing a healthy approach to life.
August 2012 page 11 August Calendar M 8/20 7pm, Choir Practice Tu 8/21 9am, Morning Meditation W 8/1 8:30am, Men’s Get-Together 9am, David’s Chalice Group 7pm, Drumming Circle 10am, Susan B Chalice Circle` Th 8/2 8:30am, What’s Up Coffee 1pm, Grandmothers for Peace 4pm, Planned Giving Committee 6pm, PFLAG 6pm, DBSA Nevada County 7pm, Worship Committee Sa 8/4 10am, Spiritual Book Group W 8/22 8:30am, Men’s Get-Together Su 8/5 12:30pm DUUDES planning meeting M 8/6 7pm, Choir Practice 6pm, Finance Committee Tu 8/7 9am, Morning Meditation 6pm, Membership Committee 9am, David’s Chalice Group Th 8/23 8:30am, What’s Up Coffee 10am, Susan B Chalice Circle 10am, Writers’ Group 12N, Committee on Ministry Sa 8/25 9am, B&G Work Party W 8/8 8:30am, Men’s Get-Together 1pm, B&G Meeting 6:30pm, Green Sanctuary 6:30pm, UUCM Vegan Supper Club 7pm, Social Action Coord Council Tu 8/28 9am, Morning Meditation Th 8/9 8:30am, What’s Up Coffee 6pm, PFLAG 10am, Writers’ Group 7pm, Worship Committee 7pm, UU Board Meeting W 8/29 8:30am, Men’s Get-Together Su 8/12 12:45pm, Immigration as a Moral Issue F 8/31 5:30pm, Hospitality House dinner 7pm, Concert w/Nory Fussell 5:30pm, Gold Country Vegan Potluck M 8/13 7pm, Choir Practice Tu 8/14 9am, Morning Meditation 5:30pm, Caring Committee W 8/15 NEWSLETTER DEADLINE 8:30am, Men’s Get-Together 2:30pm, Staff Meeting 7pm, Drumming Circle Th 8/16 8:30am, What’s Up Coffee 6pm, Women’s Study Circle 6pm, DBSA Nevada County F 8/17 5:30pm, Hospitality House dinner F 8/17 – Su 8/19 UUCM CAMPING TRIP Su 8/19 12:30pm, Reverence for Life
August 2012 page 12 2012 Annual Picnic and BBQ
August 2012 page 13 Unitarian Universalist Return Service Requested Community of the Mountains 246 So. Church Street Grass Valley, CA 95945 www.uugrassvalley.org
The purpose of our Community is to foster liberal religious living through worship, study, service and fellowship. We seek the enjoyment of religion founded upon devotion to individual freedom as our method, we seek to grow in understanding of ourselves and of our world, to promote and serve the universal human family. New to UU? Comprehensive information on our principles, beliefs within our faith, history, worship practices, congregational life and more is available on the denominational website at www.uua.org. Click on “Visitors.” Membership in UUCM is open to all who see this community as their religious home and the principles for which it stands as their own. To join UUCM, one signs the membership book and supports the com- munity through a financial contribution and regular participation. Visitors are invited to attend a membership class to learn about the UU denomination and this congregation. This two-part series, a orientation brunch followed the next week by a retreat is offered every three months after Sunday services. For more information, about the orientation or membership, please talk with Rev. Meghan Cefalu or with Corrie Silva of the Membership Committee.
UUCM Board of Trustees Committee Contacts President — Keith Johnson Bldg Access & Rentals: Anita Wald-Tuttle- 274-1675 [email protected] Religious Education — Jo Waters Vice President — Wally Holtan Membership — Shannon and Andy Dooley-Miller Treasurer —Joel Houtman Social Action — Sheila Myers Secretary — Beth Freedman Worship — Matt Wilson-Daley At Large — Sheila Myers, Brett Torgrimson, Janet Building and Grounds — Rick Osborn Dunstan and Sophia McKean Finance — Beth Freedman RE Director— Paige Anderson-Torgrimson Communications — Brett Torgrimson Director of Music Ministry — Annie Haymaker Caring — Robin Hart Mountain Chalice newsletter Production Manager — Brett Torgrimson Stewardship — Wally Holtan Webmaster: — [email protected] Green Sanctuary — Bill Nolan Ministry — Susan Sanford Minister – Rev. Meghan Cefalu – on sabbatical For urgent pastoral care requests call: Office phone: (530)274-1675 Susan Sanford 265-8289 Email: [email protected] or Keith Johnson 265-0277
Newsletter deadline is the 15th of each month. Send to: [email protected] Send change of address, phone number or e-mail to: [email protected]
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