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In the Interim
Each week, the interim ministry team will share a reflection on the Soul Matters monthly theme, the state of the church, or the state of the world. This week's post is offered by Rev. Meg Riley.
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I love the time between Christmas and New Years. The anxiety and stress around gift-giving and fancy meals is past; the house is littered with wrapping paper and there are plenty of leftovers. It’s a great time to read a novel, play board games, enjoy the lights on the tree before they’re taken down. A breathing time.
It’s also a time of preparation, albeit perhaps quiet, internal, preparation for what is to come—another number on the year, a new decade beginning this time. New challenges and activities and transitions. New tasks to accomplish and conversations to be had.
I’m not one to make New Years’ resolutions; they always feel like a set up to me for quick and certain failure. I am one to take stock, to evaluate, to strategize and to plan, however. This week feels like a soft gift to begin to do that, an in between time. The older I get, the more these in-between times feel like the most important of all. What we do or don’t do during them often shapes our big active moments later. >>
Read the rest of Rev. Meg's message on UUCM Happenings.
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WORSHIP: SUNDAY, DECEMBER 29
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When the Wind Stops, the Awe of What is Next
10:00 AM
Worship Leader: Laurie Moser
Worship Associate: Malia Brandt
Synopsis: What to shake off and what to hold onto in the new year. We will meditate, dance and shake our way into 2020!
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Multigenerational Worship Service
Childcare available for children from birth-Kindergarten age
No RE classes this week. Families are invited to stay together through the service. As always, all are welcome and child sounds are accepted with joy. Childcare is available downstairs for children from birth to Kindergarten age. We hope your whole family will join us for worship as is comfortable for you.
After the Service
Feeling shy? Overwhelmed? Can’t hear or stand up easily? New here? If coffee hour is too much for any reason, consider joining the quieter version — come to the front of the sanctuary and chat quietly with a few people!
Red and Teal Cup Greeters
Find the colorful coffee cups after the service each Sunday!
Those holding RED coffee cups are especially available to orient newcomers, answer questions and offer helpful resources. Folks holding TEAL coffee cups know all about social justice work at UUCM and would love to connect with you.
December's Social Generosity Recipient:
Guest At Your Table, the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee’s (UUSC's) annual intergenerational program to raise support for and awareness about key human rights issues. This year, the theme is Women Leaders, Strong Communities.
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Note: All cash placed in the Sunday collection, as well as checks to “UUCM” with “Social Generosity” in the memo line, will go towards the Social Generosity cause for the current month. NEW: Donate by PayPal or credit card at bit.ly/uucmsocialgen. You may also use the basket to make other contributions to UUCM. Simply make your check out to "UUCM" with instructions in the memo line.
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WORK OF THE CHURCH: THIS WEEK
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Tuesday, December 31
LAST DAY to register for Beloved Conversations! Learn more and register here.
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
Happy New Year!
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Sunday, January 5 - The January Soul Matters theme is "Integrity".
10:00 AM – Worship Service
Worship Leader: Lisa Myers
Worship Associate: Lois Saunders
Tuesday, January 7
8:00 AM – Venerable Men's Breakfast (Original Pancake House in Plymouth)
Wednesday, January 8
7:00 PM – Social Justice Ministry Meeting (Oak Room)
Thursday, January 9
6:00 PM – Staff/Council Meeting (Chapel)
6:15 PM – Board of Trustees Meeting (Oak Room)
Friday, January 10
12:00 PM – Venerable Women's Luncheon (Community Room)
6:00 PM – Beloved Conversations Opening Retreat, Day 1 (Sanctuary)
Saturday, January 11
8:30 AM – Beloved Conversations Opening Retreat, Day 2 (Sanctuary)
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Sunday, January 12
11:15 AM – Path to Membership Class: Exploring UUCM (Maple "Youth" Room)
Saturday, January 25
7:30 PM – Performing Arts Series: Artaria String Quartet (Sanctuary)
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*LAST CHANCE!*
Register for Beloved Conversations 2020
Online registration is closing soon for Beloved Conversations—an immersive small-group curriculum for exploring race/ethnicity in our lives and in the life of this congregation. Around 40 UUCM members and friends have already gone through this meaningful experience. The opening retreat will be held Friday evening, January 10, and all day Saturday, January 11. The retreat is followed by eight 2-hour sessions on Sundays from 1-3 pm starting January 19. Visit UUCM Happenings for more details and to register. The cohort is limited to 14 people, and registration closes December 31. If you have any questions, please contact Rev. Terri at revterri@uucmtka.org.
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NEW Youth Cookie Sale a Success
Many thanks to all who supported the youth Holiday Cookie Sale on 12/15- the plates of cookies sold out in record time. The sale raised $560 to support upcoming youth trips and activities. Thank you, Stacy Doepner-Hove and family, for your leadership of this fundraiser.
Dec. 29th is a Multigenerational Service
RE classes resume Jan. 5th. Happy Holidays to our many wonderful RE Teachers!
Building Door Code Changing Dec. 29
As part of our continual efforts to address the safety and security needs of our building, staff, members, and visitors, UUCM will now be changing the primary building access code (the keypad on the Community Room door) on a designated schedule. With this policy update, the code will change after worship THIS SUNDAY, December 29.
*Please note: If you already filled out the online code request form, there is no need to complete it again. Allison, the office administrator at UUCM, will email you with the new code each time it changes.
If you do not already have the building code and would like to request it, you must submit a request using the online form. Requests will be reviewed on an individual basis and you can expect a response within approximately 48 hours. Please plan accordingly and allow enough time for the review of your code request. Codes are not to be shared with another person and must be provided through the church office. Further details are available on the form. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Allison at office@uucmtka.org or (952) 473-5900.
Two New Worship Service Recordings Available Online
Including the December 1 Kevin Kling service! Visit uucmtka.org and scroll to the bottom of our Worship page to listen to sermons, guest speakers and musical performances from past UUCM services. New uploads are added regularly - check back often.
Parking at UUCM - We Need Your Help!
As UUCM welcomes more and more people, our parking situation can be challenging on Sundays. You can help! Bring one car per household, or carpool with friends. Also, consider using the offsite parking on Wayzata Blvd east of Crosby or in the designated area to the west of the church. For more ideas, please visit the UUCM Happening Page.
Amazon Smile
Did you know your online purchases can make a difference for the church? Amazon Smile donates to UUCM if you do your holiday shopping with Amazon at smile.amazon.com/ch/41-0901806.
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The weekly submission deadline for Friday Update and order of service announcements is Thursday by 5:00 PM. Submissions can be emailed to office@uucmtka.org. Thank you! |
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- MEMBERS AND FRIENDS OF UUCM SHARE EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
HAPPENING IN OUR WIDER COMMUNITY -
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Sign the Interfaith Climate Emergency Petition
From Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light: Hundreds of cities around the world have declared Climate Emergencies, and it is time for our local Minnesota officials to do the same. As people of faith and conscience, we have a unique voice in calling for moral leadership from decision-makers. MNIPL invites members of area congregations to sign their interfaith petition urging officials to declare a Climate Emergency.
Meeting with Congressman Dean Phillips
Friday, January 3, 2020 at 5:30 PM
Minnesota's 3rd district representative, Dean Phillips, will bring attendants up to date on what is happening in Congress, answer questions, and listen to concerns. RSVP required, call Jan Geigle at 952-378-1548. The meeting will be held at Applewood Pointe, 12201 Minnetonka Blvd. in Minnetonka.
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In the Community
You are welcome to share events that are important to you and align with our values. If you would like to submit and event, email office@uucmtka.org with a short paragraph outlining the event and where to go for more information. Thank you!
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Church Closure Policy for Inclement Weather
In the very rare event of a need to cancel Sunday services because of inclement weather, you can find out whether church is open by:
- Watching for an email message from UUCM announcing the cancellation/church closure.
- Looking at the UUCM website after 9 AM on Sunday. A special alert will be posted if church is cancelled.
- Calling the main church phone at (952) 473-5900 after 9 AM on Sunday. A special voicemail recording will be available if church is cancelled.
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