After careful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to cancel Summer Village in August. Unfortunately, we do not have sufficient time and resources to adequately plan and prepare the program we believe our children, youth, and families deserve. While we are disappointed that Summer Village will not take place this year, we are already looking … Continue reading Summer Village Update
Air conditioning is up and running at the Fellowship! To help us be good stewards of energy (and keep costs down), the thermostat is scheduled and then adjusted when the building isn’t in use. Our sexton, Sandy, checks the UUFoM calendar each week for upcoming events and makes sure the temperature is set appropriately for … Continue reading Cool News from the Office
Our annual Water Communion service will take place on Sunday, September 13. We invite you to begin thinking now about a small amount of water you would like to bring and contribute. The water may come from a place that holds personal significance: a vacation destination, a local river or lake, your garden, or even … Continue reading Water Communion – September 13
Your voice matters! Help us shape events that reflect our shared interests and needs. Whether you love social gatherings, learning opportunities, or service projects – we want to hear from you. Take the survey: https://form.jotform.com/260945597301058
Our next board meeting is on Thursday, July 23, at 7:00 PM. As always, anyone is welcome to attend. For confidential discussions, the Board has the right to ask visitors to step out of the meeting. The meeting agenda will be available three days before the meeting, at the link below. If members wish to … Continue reading Board Meeting – July 23
Last Sunday, our Faith Formation session explored paying attention to details and noticing things we often overlook. Monica Hughes read the book Over and Under the Pond with the group during the session. To make the story interactive, each child folded a piece of paper into a basket-like booklet and drew a pond on the top … Continue reading 07/12/2026 Previously in Faith Formation
UUFoM is pleased to welcome Amanda Warner as the Faith Formation Coordinator at UUFoM. Amanda holds a B.A. in English from Saginaw Valley State University and brings a diverse background in education, editing, and community leadership. Her professional experience includes teaching composition and working with young children in several Head Start classrooms. She has also demonstrated … Continue reading UUFoM Staff Announcement
Japanese spiritual traditions emphasize introspection and self-improvement through rituals like meditation, tea ceremonies, martial arts, and even calligraphy. Join Daniel Kobina Ofori-Dankwa—a long-time student of Japanese language and culture and a Teacher and Business Analyst for the Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Washington—to explore Japan’s religious history, modern beliefs, and practical grounding approaches to … Continue reading 07/19/2026 The Practice of Kan-jin (観心: “Self-Centering”) in Japanese Spirituality
Kathryn Tate, President & CEO of The Legacy Center for Community Success, reexamines the idea that “it takes a village,” demonstrating how it extends beyond raising children to strengthening entire communities. With a focus on literacy, youth development, and substance use prevention, she will encourage individuals to use their unique gifts in service to others … Continue reading 07/12/2026 A Thriving Community: It Takes All of Us
As we enter our nation’s 250th year, how do we define freedom now? Join member Laura Wagner as we explore the differences between “the freedom to” versus “the freedom from” and how to update these ideals to build the future we want. Led by fellowship member Laura Wagner.
