Please make sure that ALL checks collected during Sunday offertories indicate the target fund (MDF, Solar Panels, 2023 Pledge, 2024 Pledge, etc.) Any cash placed in the special envelopes (rainbow stickers) will go to MDF. Any loose cash or undesignated checks will likely go to the general fund. There are envelopes under the chimes that … Continue reading December Collections
So here we are, it’s December! The season is upon us. Every year when I return from deer camp in the Upper Peninsula, Thanksgiving hits and we are into the holiday season. The blur that seems like life racing by this time of year is often just all of us busily trying our best to … Continue reading Presidential Prattling
If you are interested in pitching in, there are plenty of opportunities for you at UUFoM! What are your skills? Talents? What do you love doing most? Chances are, there’s an outlet at UUFoM where you can feel good by doing good! Contribute as much or as little time as you want. Check out our … Continue reading Build Relationships by Volunteering at UUFoM!
Annually, we publish a PDF version of our Fellowship Directory on our password-protected (if you need the password, contact office@uufom.org) members section of our website. We update the online version throughout the year, If you would like to receive a paper copy or an electronic copy to your email when it’s completed (early February), please sign up here. … Continue reading UUFoM Fellowship Directory
Each year, the UUA asks its member organizations to compile and send non-identifying data about membership, friends, and visitors, diversity, and attendance, to name a few. Much of the data is compiled behind-the-scenes, but there are a few pieces of information we need from you! The UUFoM Office has created a simple form to be … Continue reading Annual UUA Information Compilation
December 2023’Tis the season of giving, as they say, which reminds me of a few end-of-year requests: Thank you for your generosity, especially at this time of year. I look forward to seeing as many of you as can make it for the Christmas Eve service (6:30 p.m.). Otherwise, I hope your holidays are full, … Continue reading Minister Reflections
As you know, the Building and Grounds Committee has been exploring the possibility of shifting the Fellowship’s energy source to solar panels. After looking at proposals from a couple of different contractors, and having discussed the matter with the Finance Committee and the Board, we have finally signed a contract with NOVA Consultants, Inc. to … Continue reading Here Comes the Sun!
One of the ways our fellowship gives back to the community is through the Minister’s Discretionary Fund. Occasionally Rev. Eric provides — through a checking account that is separate from and independent of any other fellowship funds — financial support to persons in need, both within and outside our fellowship. In the past this has … Continue reading The Minister’s Discretionary Fund
The final 2023 UUFoM eNews will be published on Friday, December 15. If you have any events or news that need to be relayed before January 5, please submit them to office@uufom.org by Wednesday, December 13, at 5:00PM.
Our December curriculum theme is “The Gift of Mystery”: “As Unitarian Universalists, we proclaim that direct experiences of transcending mystery and wonder are a primary source of inspiration. These experiences open our hearts, renew our spirits, and transform our lives.” – Article II Amendment During the month of December, children will have the opportunity to … Continue reading Happy Holidays From RE!
