The UUCA Auction Is Online?  HELP!!

Fear not.  Here’s a rundown on what you need to know.  If you’re still unclear, contact Ann McLellan, Tory Schmitz, or Margaret McAlister.  (And thank them for the enormous time they’ve devoted to this project along with Deb Holden and Marta Reese.) How will I get a...

UUny, Who?

Some of you may have heard about our new mascot, UUny the Unicorn (them, theirs). UUny is delivered to a member or friend’s home to recognize a celebration, milestone or challenge in the life of our community. During this time of physical distancing, delivering a UUny...

Turning Points

During this past Sunday’s worship service, Rev. Mark Ward reminded us that he’s on his way out this coming June—for sure!  Oh yeah.  I almost forgot that.  Well, here’s a somewhat different reminder, “We’re at a turning point.” The phrase has stuck in...

Safe Space to Brave Space

It seems strange to have been away from the “Mother Ship” at 1 Edwin Place for such a long time. I, along with many others, find time in the Sanctuary to be a time of centering and calming my “fevered” mind. For me, this is second only to standing in a river, in the...

More Than a Vote

A little like a fly in amber, our “UU the Vote” bulletin board, assembled earlier this year by volunteers to promote this congregational initiative, stands in Sandburg Hall unseen by anyone but the few staff who drop in in now and again to work in our largely vacant...

Taking Risks: Who, Me?

This weekend I did something completely out of my comfort zone. I packed my paniers and bicycled with Steve to Hot Springs, NC for a bit of relaxation. It was a big deal for me! Unlike Steve, I did not grow up riding a bicycle. Mastering an e-bike added an unexpected...