Sunday, November 19, 2023 - 10:00 AM CT | |
"Grief, Gratitude, and Transformation" | | |
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Guest Speaker: Rev. Pam Rumancik
Worship Leader: Steven Frey
While it is essential to pay attention to blessings that lift our hearts and remind us of the good, it is also necessary to make space for loss and pain. When buried, these can inhibit our ability to love and share. This service will explore the relationship between gratitude and grief and the opportunities for transformation that come from opening to the whole of life.
Our theme for November is "The Gift of Generosity."
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“Transgender Day of Remembrance seeks to highlight the losses we face due to anti-transgender bigotry and violence. I am no stranger to the need to fight for our rights, and the right to simply exist is first and foremost. With so many seeking to erase transgender people — sometimes in the most brutal ways possible — it is vitally important that those we lose are remembered, and that we continue to fight for justice.”
– Transgender Day of Remembrance founder Gwendolyn Ann Smith
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The Finance Committee
Completes Church Audit
The UUCW's Finance Committee oversees the financial operation of the Church. The committee includes Peter Geiss, Marilyn Kupka, Mark Steinberg, Board Liaison Erich Zuern, Treasurer Leslie Peterson, and Committee Chair Deb Ritchie-Kolberg.
Recently, the committee solicited outside auditor, Terrence Rice, CPA, to complete an audit of the Church's financial statements.
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The Search Team Presents New Video Highlighting UU Church West
The Ministerial Search Committee has recently employed the services of video producer Saskia Nassalang to create a church video that showcases our building and the vibrant people who use it. This video is part of the Search Team's campaign to promote our congregation to settled minister candidates. Click image to play.
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Members share their impressions of UUCW’s New Mission Statement:
"What inspires me is how UUCW members' lives are a testament to their beliefs." - Barb Holzhauer
"The new mission statement, which expresses our commitment to our shared values, means even more to me knowing the collaborative process we followed to ensure the congregation had a robust voice in its shaping." - Anne Deahl
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EarthSpirit Meeting
Join the Earth Spirit Team as they plan the upcoming Winter Solstice Celebration. The meeting will be held at 11:30 am on Sunday, November 26th and will last about one hour.
Please send me any readings, poems, ritual actions, etc. that you'd like to explore for this service. All are welcome! Contact Melissa Musante if you have any questions.
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LOVE is at the Center
The UUA's Article 2 Study Commission released their final proposal this week, which incorporates the amendments approved at June's General Assembly (GA). As the Commission puts it, "It is a fundamental act of hope to consider revising and revitalizing our agreement together as congregations." This proposal will come to GA 2024 for a final vote to approve, although a petition to make additional amendments is still possible with the support of the governing boards of 15 congregations.
If approved, this wording will replace the current Principles and Sources in the UUA bylaws. With these revisions, we can say, “We come from many paths, but we all put Love at the center.”
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Why We Cannot Turn Away
Saturday, Nov 18, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
(followed by a potluck lunch)
How can we engage
on Israel and Palestine?
Let's gather to watch an excellent webinar created by the UUA...to help us deepen our understanding in truth and possibility. This event is for those who want to take a deep dive, and who are willing/able to take the time to reflect and to dialogue.
This is not a public event.
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A Holiday Message from
Karen Zimmerman
of the Earth Ministry Team
As the holiday season approaches, many of us start thinking about gift-giving. However, it's important to remember that our consumerist culture can have a significant impact on the environment. This is where alternative gift-giving comes in. By choosing alternative gifts, we can reduce waste and minimize our carbon footprint.
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You're invited
to share
Thanksgiving Dinner!
Would you like to join other UUCW folks for a Thanksgiving meal?
Several have offered space at their table for anyone who would appreciate sharing the holiday feast with others.
The deadline to respond is midnight on Sunday, November 19th.
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If you or someone you know needs Pastoral Care, contact Rev. Julie or the Lay Pastoral Care Team.
| Enter your Joy or Concern with the link below and choose whether you'd like them shared in the e-news or shared privately with Rev. Julie. | | |
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Can you help serve a meal
for the Guest House
on November 18th?
Please help provide a meal at the Guest House shelter. You can help with this meal by donating a dish to serve and/or coming to help serve in person.
If you can help, please sign up today!
Questions? Please contact Eileen Gleeson. Thank you so much for your generosity!
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Our Split the Plate Partner
for November is
Healing Intergenerational Roots
HIR is a survivor and women-led matriarchal organization providing the next generation of care to victims of crime and violence. They are a Milwaukee-based non-profit organization located on the Wgema Campus, Forest County Potawatomi Tribal land.
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UUCW Supports the
Kinship Community Food Center for November and December
Kinship Community Center engages volunteers and community residents to end hunger, isolation, and poverty.
The Pillars of Kindship's Mission are:
Nourishment - Addressing food security and wellness
Belonging - Fostering kinship and community engagement
Prosperity - Creating stability and economic opportunity
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Next Door Pediatrics serves a high volume of families who walk to the clinic. Their patients represent the worst health outcomes in the city, including maternal/infant mortality, prematurity, lead toxicity, and asthma. If you’re born in the 53206 zip code, your life expectancy is 10 years shorter than the surrounding areas. Please call or email:
Milwaukee Common Council Member: Russell Stamper II
President of Children’s Hospital:
Peggy Troy 414-266-2000
Mayor Cavalier Johnson
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Join Board of Trustees member
Barb Holzhauer and others for interesting discussion at the
Amazing Faiths Dinner Dialogues sponsored by the Interfaith Conference of Greater Milwaukee.
Wednesday, November 29 at 6 pm
Bay View United Methodist Church
2772 S. Kinnickinnic Avenue, Milwaukee
Contact Barb Holzhauer if you would like to carpool with her.
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Twisted Stitchers
November 18th at 1 pm!
Twisted Stitchers is the perfect group for anyone interested in hand-carried arts and crafts. Bring your knitting, crocheting, embroidery, rug making, or any other project that requires a chair, table, good light, and friendly company. If you need help learning how to knit, we're happy to assist.
The Twisted Stitchers meet on the first and third Saturday of each month in UL3. For more info, contact Carol Trinastic.
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It's Time for Holiday Decorating!
Friday, December 1
10 am - 12 pm
Help decorate the church foyer and Sanctuary for the upcoming holidays!
Guidance and decorating supplies will be provided. We’ll have holiday cookies and festive music!
Come and stay for as long as you are able. Maybe stay for "Lunch with Rev. Julie" at noon. Contact Kelly Bognar, Communications and Marketing Specialist, if you have any questions.
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Join "Afterthoughts,"
the small-group discussion
held after the service in UL4.
Grab a coffee and head to UL4. to reflect on the morning service with others. Discussion prompts are posted on the room's bulletin board.
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CommUUnity Connections provides a helping hand to support members of the church community in times of need.
Mary Wierman is the CommUUnity Connections coordinator for November.
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Beyond UU Church West
Click below for community events and resources from outside our church that align with our UU values and may be of interest to members and friends.
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On Sunday, seven new members were recognized during worship service. New members include Christine Hennessy, Nathan Seelye, Stephanie Green, Emily and Nick Clark, Hank Sulecza, and Brett Miller. Be sure to say "Welcome!" when you see them. | |
Next Sunday, November 26, 2023 - 10:00 AM CT | | |
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Rev. Julie Stoneberg
Just like a Thanksgiving turkey isn't always done perfectly, our best attempts to do things 'right' can be misguided, and even cause harm. How is it that our desire to be generous sometimes goes off the rails? What 'best practices' can guide our generosity?
Our theme for November is "The Gift of Generosity."
Due to the holiday weekend, there will be no YRUU or regular Religious Education classes. Group RE will be offered for grades 4K - 8.
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Have you missed a past e-news
and need to get caught up on
UUCW announcements?
Visit the UUCW website and
click on the "news" tab for past
news and featured stories.
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Grounded in love, UUCW is a joyful community
committed to spiritual growth, inclusion, and justice.
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