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UUCW E-News

This Sunday, November 28, 2021 - 10:00 AM

"Holding Our History of Transformation and Connection"

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SUNDAY'S ORDER OF SERVICE

The Revs. Suzelle Lynch and Denise Cawley and Dave Cicero


If you've ever wondered why the flaming chalice is the symbol for Unitarian Universalism, and what it means, this is the service for you. As a symbol and a worship ritual, the chalice is powerful. It is connected to our history and practices of transformation and connection. Today's service also features our beautiful Child Dedication Service for the children of UUCW Members.

WATCH LAST SUNDAY'S SERVICE

CHURCH LIFE

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Let Us Give Thanks


Let us give thanks for the food that we share,

Let us give thanks for people who care;

Food fills our body and love makes us whole,

Let us give thanks deep down in our soul.

-- Joyce Poley

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Change 4 Change Update


We asked you to bring penny jars, change cups, and piggy banks to church and contribute their contents to help UUCW fund the technology we’ve purchased for worship service live streaming and multi-platform meetings.


And you responded with joy

and enthusiasm! Thank you!

CHANGE DETAILS AND  PHOTOS
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Help Create a Good Farewell


Help create a meaningful farewell event for Rev. Suzelle's retirement from UU Church West in January 2022. Volunteers in many areas are needed.


If you’d like to serve on Farewell Organizing Team or just provide help at the event, please fill out the form linked below. If you have any questions, contact Board member Stephanie Wahlen.

HELP CELEBRATE REV. SUZELLE
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Rebuilding Our Usher Teams

Ushers are a core element of our in-person worship. Sign up today to be part of the Usher Team!

USHER SIGN UP

Greeters are Needed

You can help make our church a warm and welcoming place. Sign up if you are able! And ask a fellow UUCW friend to join you.

GREETER SIGN UP
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RE Holiday Schedule


The holidays can upset all kinds of scheduling. It's hard to keep track of it all. Here is a chart to guide all families.

WHAT'S THE RE SCHEDULE?

Not yet signed up for RE? What are you waiting for? Online and In-person opportunities are available.

RE REGISTRATION
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Holiday Music Service

December 12, 10 am 


EarthSpirit Winter Solstice Ritual

December 21, 7 pm 


Christmas Eve Service: Opening to Joy December 24, 4 pm 


Living With Intention

UUCW’s 60th Birthday and Building Blessing - January 2, 10 am 


Farewell, Rev. Suzelle!

A Retirement Celebration

January 22, time TBD

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Be a Chalice Lighter!


Since we are now broadcasting services from our Sanctuary, members and friends are needed to light the Chalice flame each week. It's easy! Just arrive at church a little early on Sunday. Script and guidance are provided.


Interested individuals and families are asked to contact Publications Coordinator Kelly Bognar.

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Share Joys & Concerns in Tuesday's Spirit Lifter


You may light a candle for a Joy or Concern before or after the service. Light a candle and fill out a Sharing Card at the table on the North Ave side of the Sanctuary.


Or you can enter your Joy or Concern with the link below and choose whether you'd like them shared in Tuesday's Spirit Lifter email message or shared privately with Rev. Suzelle.

SHARE YOUR JOY OR CONCERN
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Redbubble Sale Starts Friday

New Designs Available!


Everything is on sale. Yep. Even UUCW merchandise. For five days only, all items are 20–60% off.


Just use code CYBER5 from November 26–30 to get the best holiday deals. This sale does not diminish the proceeds that go to UUCW. 

GET YOUR UUCW MERCH!

LIVING OUR VALUES

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Winter Outerwear Drive 


Our Religious Education students are collecting until Dec. 27 donations of new or gently used outerwear (coats, boots, snow pants, etc. -- especially "middle school"/small adult sizes) for the Elmbrook Schools & BEGIN, a local interfaith network.


Please use the white box in the UUCW foyer. Contact Dave Cicero if unable to do so when the church is open.

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"Widening the Circle" Discussion

December 4, 9:30 am on Zoom


Discuss the UUA recommendations for understanding & dismantling structural racism. Each session will focus on a different area of congregational life. You are invited to attend one or all sessions.


Rev. Suzelle and Rev. Denise will facilitate the session on Dec. 4, introducing the book and addressing the sections on Theology and Hospitality/Inclusion.

DETAILS AND REGISTRATION
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Our November Split the Plate Partner is SOPHIA


UUCW is a member of SOPHIA which is a coalition of diverse faith communities in Waukesha County dedicated to building and deepening relationships within and among our communities. SOPHIA empowers people to work together on issues of justice and the common good.

MORE ABOUT SOPHIA
DONATE TODAY!
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UUCW Supports Pewaukee Food Pantry in November


The Pewaukee Food Pantry is currently struggling to serve the 200 families that depend on their help. Your assistance will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your kindness to our neighbors in need!

MORE ABOUT THE PANTRY AND HOW YOU CAN HELP

FELLOWSHIP & LEARNING

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Help decorate the church

for the upcoming holidays!



Friday, December 3

10 am - 12 pm


Guidance and decorating supplies will be provided. We'll have individually wrapped holiday cookies and festive music! Come and stay for as long as you are able. Want to help from home? Cut out paper snowflakes at home and drop them off in the church foyer.

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Practice, Question, Reflect 

Monthly Soul Matters resources, expanding on monthly Worship themes, are available for UUCW individuals. Contact Dave Cicero, DLRE, if interested in receiving them. 


Openings Available in Soul Circles

UUCW's small groups meet monthly to share their insights from the resources listed above. They are now accepting new members as the congregation continues to "emerge." Please sign up by Dec. 6.

REGISTRATION
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Holiday Fun!

Lake Country UU Church in Hartland invites UUCW families to make gingerbread houses and holiday cards with them Friday, December 10 from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. They will follow COVID guidelines (refrain from eating & singing, anyone over two is masked). A take-home gingerbread house and Zoom link option is available for those who prefer to participate remotely.

RSVP HERE
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CommUUnity Connections

provides a helping hand

or tangible support

to members of the church community in times of need.


Mary Wierman

 is the CommUUnity Connections coordinator for November.

MORE ABOUT COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
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PieceMakers Group Visit

Milwaukee Art Museum

Saturday, Dec. 4 at 10 am 


After viewing the "Quilts of Pauline Parker exhibit," participants will partake in lunch at Balistreri’s Bluemound Inn. The group will meet in UUCW's East parking lot at 10 am and carpool to the Art Museum. Quilters and non-quilters are welcome to attend.

RSVP TO CAROLYN LAWRENCE

PHOTO OF THE WEEK

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North Ave. Update: This week all lanes were opened to traffic on North Ave. However, the turn lanes are still in need of an additional lift of blacktop so please use caution crossing the meridian when turning into UUCW this Sunday.

Next Sunday, December 5, 2021 - 10:00 AM

"The Joy of Food"

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The Rev. Denise Cawley


Holidays, family get-togethers, and celebrations all involve food. It is easy to come across happy food memories and to plan for joyous celebrations with food. Yet, for many, food loses its joy due to stress, comments, and other anxieties. Today, we explore food as a source of joy, ritual, and an opportunity for mindful presence. Join us in nourishing one another.

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