UUCW Weekend Reminder
February 25, 2022
Unitarian Universalist Responses
to the Invasion of Ukraine
News of the invasion of Ukraine by Russian forces has been a call for alarm and outrage worldwide. The Ministers and Staff at UUCW continue to monitor news of local, regional and denominational efforts to support those whose life and well-being are threatened by this horrific act of aggression. Please continue to monitor upcoming weekly communications for more information as ways of responding to this situation are made known. Please know that we are also available to you for emotional and spiritual support during this very difficult time. Please reach out to [email protected] or call 508-853-1942 to connect to pastoral resources.
UU Nations: Ukraine and Our Commitment to Peace

The Kellogg-Briand Pact of 1928 outlawed annexing territory by conquest. This pact provided a basis for World War II war crimes trials. Reinforcing the Kellogg-Briand Pact, Unitarian Universalists John Washburn from the United States and Elaine...

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"We Demand An End to the Bloodshed": UUSC Responds to...

Cambridge, MA- In response to Russian president Vladimir Putin's declaration of war against Ukraine on February 23, UUSC's president Rev. Mary Katherine Morn issued the following response: "The world is united in outrage at this act of aggression ...

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Furnace and Health & Safety Team Update
Furnace and Health & Safety Team Update

Replacement of the furnace units that heat the sanctuary, lounge, and Middle School Group Room (MSG Room) behind the sanctuary, is in the process of being replaced. The new furnace unit has been installed and will be connected to electrical...

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Friday, February 25
UUCW Men's Group Meeting - Friday February 25, 6:30 -...

Next Men's Group Meeting is 2/25/22; 6:30 PM to 8:30 pm. All those who consider themselves male are welcome. The Men's Group is a community of Men that help and support each other. The meetings are confidential and are an opportunity for men to...

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Saturday, February 26
Women's Social Circle (Zoom Meeting) - Meeting Virtually ...

The UUCW Women's Social Circle continues to meet on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month via Zoom. We meet from 9 to 10:30 but you do not have to join for the full time. Pop in say hi and l...

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Sunday, February 27
PLEASE NOTE! this service will be ONLINE ONLY.
The End of Empowerment - Rev. Aaron Payson, Preaching -...

We conclude our monthly series on Black History with an exploration of the concept of empowerment asking in what ways empowerment theory helps and hinders the cause of racial justice and freedom. And if not empowerment, what principles might...

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RE Weekly Update

Repairing The World! COMING THIS SUNDAY February 27th, 2022 Monthly Theme Focus: POWER General RE : 9:00 am- 9:30 Zoom- Due to the fact that we are waiting for our sanctuary furnace to be up and running, we again must meet over Zoom for the...

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Parent Discussion with Wendy O'Leary - February 27, 1 pm

Click the image for Zoom link! This Sunday, February 27th, 1:00pm- 1:45 -from the comfort of your own home, let's spend some time with Wendy O'Leary to discuss tools to help children in your life with their big feelings. You can also explore her...

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UUCW Refugee Ministry Team - Afghan Refugee Family...

It was Jan. 11th when we met our Afghan Family at Bradley Airport on one of the coldest nights of the Winter. Life has been very busy since then. Here's what we, and they have been up to: The family lived in temporary housing until last ... read...

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A Reminder About Digital Pledging & Offerings

As we conclude the 4th quarter of our fiscal year, we are aware that many of you continue to face financial challenges. Because of the budget surplus realized from FY2020, we continue to be fiscally stable as a congregation and are making plans for the next fiscal year. We deeply appreciate the continuing support of so many members and friends. And, if you are unable to fulfill your pledge this year, or have questions about your current pledge, please contact our pledge secretary, Margos Stone ([email protected]) so that we can plan our forecasts accordingly.

Current Fiscal Year Pledges, Gifts, and Offerings

Many thanks to those of you who continue paying toward your pledge during this time of remote connection. For your convenience, we invite you to use our online digital giving program Simplegive for such purposes. You can access this program in two ways. Either visit the Simplegive site directly HERE, and choose either the "General Donation" or "Pledges for FY2022 / July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022" option in the "Fund" drop-down menu, or by text-to-give by texting 508-231-5335 and following the instructions on the screen. You can also visit the www.uucworcester.org website and choose "donations" from the main menu at the top of the page.

FY2022 Budget Update
Sunday, February 20 pledges = $1,835.00
Pledges FY2022 to date = $124,908.00
Budgeted Pledges FY2022 to date = $122,708.33
Sunday, February 20 plate = $60.00
Plate FY2022 to date = $6,100.84
Budgeted Plate FY2022 to date = $3,599.45
Week of February 21
"Believing in a community that unites all people"