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March 1
"Bring a Friend Sunday"
Rev. Jane Page
Why we are enthusiastic about Unitarian Universalism! Rev. Jane and others will share some of the history of UU as well as the good work UUs are doing today.
March 8
"Morning Has Broken. Now Rise."
Clint Tawes
Drawing on Dr. King’s 1966 challenge to Unitarian Universalists, this sermon explores what it means to stay morally awake in a time of political upheaval and threats to human dignity. Paying attention is not passive — it is a form of faith.
March 15
"Let The Sun Shine, Let It Rain"
Rev. Jane Page
Rev. Jane continues her sermon series based on phrases from Ric Masten's song, "Let It Be a Dance." This Sunday we will explore "Let the Sun Shine, Let it Rain."
March 22
"Author George Saunders on Kindness"
Beth Sutton
In 2013, George Saunders, author of the Booker Prize winning Lincoln in the Bardo, gave a commencement speech which went viral for its message of kindness. We will watch that speech and discuss some of George's recent reflections on the same subject.
March 29
"Palm Sunday Service"
Rev. Jane Page
Rev. Jane will share a children's story and sermon commemorating Palm Sunday. The message is called "Palm Wavers or Naysayers."
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Among other activities in March, we will have a wonderful celebration of the life of Barbara Sprouse at 3:00 p.m. on March 14. Barbara’s long-time dedication and service to our congregation is an example of how one can make a huge difference in their retirement years. And now, like others who have gone before, she has passed the torch to the rest of us. There are many who have stepped up and continue with the same zeal and dedication. We are grateful.
Barbara’s obituary can be found at this link.
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/thebrunswicknews/name/barbara-sprouse-obituary?id=60832347
Hope to see you soon! Check out all the activities and services in this newsletter.
Jane
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UUCG’s Adult Forum is designed to encourage discussion by sharing our stories and wisdom so we may “learn more about being human.” We meet on the first Sunday of the month to reinforce the “warmth of community” that calls us to attend church. Think of us as an adult Sunday School class, and join in!
Ruth Trudeau
(214) 675-7331
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Sunday, March 1, 2026 from 9:00 – 10:15 AM
UUCG - Bill Phillips Forum Room
Topic: What’s on your Mind?
Join us curious and engaged UUs for a general discussion before the service. This is an opportunity to share what’s on your mind and in your heart. You’re invited to share an article, a poem, song lyrics, a book review, or talk about something interesting that you observed.
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We have begun a Caring Team at UUCG. These wonderful volunteers began training in February and will be the outreach and listening hearts for the congregation. Each week we will announce which Caring Team member is "on call" for the week. Please reach out to them as needed, but if you are unsure who to call you can use 912-222-6103.
Thank you to our new Caring Team Members: June Sherwood, Kent Goering, Dorin Schumacher, Judith Longfield, Vickie Monti, Phyllis Frey and Beth Stevenson.
What can you do to help make this work for our congregation? If you or someone you know at UUCG are ill or just need some smiles and love, feel very free to let us know. The more we are able to share the more the congregation can build a caring community. We ask everyone to err on the side of "yes, a hug and a little support, please". No information is shared without permission.
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Highlights from the February Board Meeting
The Board of Trustees met on February 15, 2026. On the agenda:
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A summary of the UUA Ministry Search Manual was reviewed to further define the search process and the available resources as applicable to UUCG.
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Nominations for the Minister Search Committee (MSC) from the congregational survey were discussed and a list of possible MSC members was created. Judith Longfield agreed to contact those on the list to determine their interest in serving on the MSC.
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The Board reviewed requirements to complete the online "Application Welcome Packet", which will be used to introduce ministers interested in applying for the position to the UUCG congregation and community.
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Based on the follow-up by Judith with those on the list of possible MSC members, the Minister Search Committee membership was finalized as follows: Phyllis Frey, Judith Longfield (Chair), Abby Osgood, Sally Revoile, John Stevenson, and Beth Sutton. Beth Stevenson agreed to serve as chair of a congregational survey committee that will help us conduct a self-assessment in order to receive critical feedback from all members of the congregation. This process will start soon and must be completed before the search can officially start.
- Reverend Jane gave an update on worship leader/speaker scheduling and the need to select a new worship scheduler.
To provide transparency, regular updates will be shared with the congregation via Weekly Blasts on Thursdays and the Monthly Newsletters.
Brian Merck, President
UUCG Board of Trustees
rbmerck@gmail.com
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Are you thinking about becoming a UUCG member? Or, do you have questions about membership? Contact Beth Stevenson (404-824-5562) or Rev. Jane for information about membership.
We are in need of volunteers to be greeters or to help with after service hospitality (coffee, tea and treats). Let Beth Stevenson (404-824-5562) know if you are interested in helping out.
These are both great ways to get to know UUCG and meet members and visitors.
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If you have general questions about our
Children's Sunday School please contact
Lisa Kent at cushingkentdesign@gmail.com
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Children's Sunday School Volunteer Form
Volunteers are always needed to join us since we have lots of continuing needs as people take vacations and have health issues.
You may contact Sarabeth Sutton if you have questions about being a volunteer:
suttonsarabeth@gmail.com
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Use this form to sign up.
CHILDREN'S SUNDAY SCHOOL VOLUNTEER FORM
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Come One! Come All! The Choir Needs You!
The UUCG Choir meets every Thursday at 4:45 to 6:00 pm in the Sanctuary of the church. We sing every first and third Sundays with a quick rehearsal at 9:50 am on those Sundays. We strive to work together to blend music into the message of the service and make the congregation feel uplifted through music both as an observer and as a participant and we have lots of fun doing it.
Everyone is welcome to join either for a long term commitment or a one time occasion.
If you have any questions please call Linda Ashford, Choir Director at 603-496-1594.
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February Manna House Report
Our team of 18 UUCG members/ friends served sack lunches (with Hootenanny’s BBQ) to 325 people in February. The next Manna House workday will be March 25 (fourth Wednesday of each month).
Rhonda, Peggy, and Kim helped with St James Lutheran Church's mission to feed the downtown unhoused community on /22 and plan to serve with a team from UUCG on 3/15. New volunteers are welcome for both workdays
Our Manna House workdays are the 4th Wednesday of each month.
February workday: 3/25/26 from 9am-1pm
Please text or email Kim Merck if you'd like more information or to volunteer.
(912) 580-7029 or kimym31525@gmail.com
Let's Side With Love together at Manna House!
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Faithworks Collections
Sparrow's Nest Food Pantry needs recent needs from The Brunswick News: Canned chili, soup, SpaghettiOs, and ravioli. Plus, toilet paper and paper towels.
Please place donations in the designated basket in UUCG entry.
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The Well: Needs men's and women's underwear (in all sizes) and winter coats and blankets. Please place donations in the designated basket in UUCG entry. Please place donations in the designated basket in UUCG entry.
Coffee Collection: We also donate coffee supplies to The Well. Please place coffee, creamer packets, and sugar donations in labeled UUCG kitchen cabinet.
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Unity in Diversity Luncheon Speaker Series
The Robert S. Abbott Race Unity Institute invites the community to attend its Unity in Diversity Luncheon Speaker Series, a monthly gathering that promotes understanding, respectful dialogue, and unity across our diverse community.
The Abbott Unity in Diversity Luncheon will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026, 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. at the Library, 208 Gloucester Street, Brunswick, GA. In honor of Women's History Month, we are featuring an amazing panel of local women making life better here in the Golden Isles!
RSVP is required.
For more information or to register, visit www.TheAbbottInstitute.org.
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Meetings are held every Thursday from 7:00 to 8:30 pm
at New Roots Glynn, 1507 Reynolds Street, Brunswick
NAMI Glynn County is proud to be part of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, supporting individuals and families affected by mental health challenges. If you have a loved one living with mental illness, we invite you to join our Family Support Group—an encouraging space to share, learn, and connect.
For more information about our programs or upcoming events,
please reach out to NAMI Glynn County at
glynn@namiga.org
or call (912) 248-0844.
We look forward to connecting with you.
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Sunday, March 15, 2025 from 9:00-10:00 a.m.
(The special Adult RE Zoom Room information is below.)
Join an intellectually challenging and fun conversation
with a group of ardent readers.
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MARCH 15 BOOK
End of Days: Ruby Ridge, the Apocalypse, and the Unmaking of America
by Chris Jennings
“The gripping story of the Ruby Ridge siege, showing how the historic standoff between federal agents and a white-separatist family set the stage for the conspiracy-laced politics of the Trump era.” [Amazon]
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APRIL 19 BOOK
Separation of Church and Hate: A Sane Person's Guide to Taking Back the Bible from Fundamentalists, Fascists, and Flock-Fleecing Frauds
by John Fugelsang
“In the spirit of George Carlin and Christopher Hitchens, the son of a former Catholic nun and a Franciscan brother delivers a deeply irreverent and biblically correct takedown of far-right Christian hatred—a book for believers, atheists, agnostics, and anyone who’ll ever have to deal with a Christian nationalist.” (Amazon)
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CrossWord Puzzles
Looking for a crossword puzzle that is more interesting than the Brunswick News’? John Cowlishaw is creating many puzzles and posting them online at: https://tinyurl.com/47bxef38
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Interested in joining UUCG?
Or, do you have questions?
Contact Rev. Jane Page
OR
Beth Stevenson
Membership Team Leader echstevenson@gmail.com
OR text 404-824-5562
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President: Brian Merck
President-Elect: Not yet assigned
Secretary: John Stevenson
Treasurer: Sharon Ehle
Trustee: Chris Soule
Trustee: Judith Longfield
Trustee: Ray Miller
Trustee: John Stevenson
| | We have many wonderful people who volunteer their talents to UUCG. There are numerous people who help make our surroundings comfortable (and working properly), provide programs of interest and refreshments that we enjoy. | |
In our sanctuary, we have a hearing loop to enhance listening.
It's available to people with hearing instruments equipped with a T-coil setting
and to persons with their own hearing loop receiver devices.
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We are located at 1710 Gloucester Street - Brunswick, Georgia
PLEASE SEND MAIL TO:
UUCG, P.O. Box 1056, Brunswick, GA 31521
uucoastalga@gmail.com
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