Announcements (Page 23)
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April Board Update
In Attendance : Tom Lesiewicz, Kevin Sweeney, Erica Lavine, Steve Stultz , Elizabeth Olson, Jamie Yucuis, Rev. Leland New Business Minister’s Report We discussed the minister’s involvement in the UUMUA / 5th Principle Project. Review Music Director Job Description Kevin moved to accept the job description and offer letter, Jamie seconded. It was unanimously approved. ET recommendations for reopening The Board reviewed the recommendations from the Executive Team. We will discuss further at our next meeting on May 4. Direction…
The Chicago Area UU Council (CAUUC) Spring Conference; Re-opening and Reimagining Church
The Chicago Area UU Council (CAUUC) Spring Conference will be held on Saturday, May 8th 9:30am-11:30am and be conducted via Zoom video conference. There is NO FEE required to participate. The CAUUC annual meeting will be held after the conference. CONFERENCE TOPIC: Re-opening and Reimagining Church. We are 1 year into the pandemic and many congregations are in the planning stages of reopening the doors to in-person gatherings. Our panel discussion will be related to how the lessons learned from…
2021-2022 Budget Process Update
Budget Open House Zoom Meetings 1. Sunday, 04/18/21, immediately following breakout rooms 2. Sunday, 05/02/21, immediately following breakout rooms First Budget Open House (last Sunday): This meeting is to present current income levels and budget requests. This allows our congregation to review the budget overall for the first time including the current significant deficit. We will be collecting feedback on changes desired for the second draft (income increases or expense changes). Please see the PDF that will be used in…
Virtual Folk Benefit Concert – Peter Mayer
As a talented Folk singer-songwriter from Minnesota, Peter Mayer has been performing in venues across the United States and beyond for over 20 years. He writes songs for a small planet – songs about interconnectedness and the human journey – songs about life on earth and the mysterious and wondrous fact of our existence. He also writes songs about dress hats, pumpkins and pajamas, and even love and freight trains, like a good folk musician should. His music has been…
UUCE Childcare Update
During the church closure we have been busy updating the childcare room. The walls were freshly painted. The old carpeting was replaced with an easy to clean and sanitize attractive flooring. About 80% of the old toys were removed and donated. The closet was cleaned out and organized. The little bathroom was painted and reorganized and is ready for use. We are creating a new system to keep our childcare room as clean, safe, and comfortable as possible for the…
Unitarian Universalist for Social Justice Spring Quarterly Meeting
Sunday, May 16, 2021 – 2:00 to 5:00 PM via Zoom Program 2:00 to 3:25 PM “How Carbon Free and Dividend Legislation can advance the US toward net-zero carbon emissions” Mike Zanello, Illinois’ state coordinator for the Citizens Climate Lobby will explain what a Carbon Free and Dividend System is, how it would work, and how much it would contribute to moving the US toward net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Following our featured speaker’s presentation, Allan Lindrup will serve as First Respondent.…
4th Sunday Styrofoam Collection
Fourth Sunday Styrofoam Collection! April 25 12:00 to 12:30 pm in UUCE parking lot I will collect CLEAN Styrofoam to transport to Dart Container Corporation in North Aurora. Please separate your clean, food grade foam from your packaging foam. Load the food grade foam into the Prius labeled “Food Grade” and load the packaging foam into the Prius labeled “Packaging Foam.” In December, both cars were full of foam!– Mary Alice Masonick
Mitch Jacobs Has Passed Away
We announce with sorrow the sudden death from stroke of Mitch Jacobs, beloved long-time member of our Church. He is survived by wife Janette, daughter Erin (Will) Flachbart, stepdaughter Heather (Scott) Avery, and two step- granddaughters, Claire, and Charlotte. Mitch is also survived by his two brothers, Robert, and Stuart Jacobs Janette’s daughter and granddaughter have been at her side for the past three days. A memorial Service is postponed until we can meet in person, but then we will…
Upcoming Events Offered by the UUA MidAmerica Region
1. “Conversation: What About Re-Opening to In-Person Meetings?” Friday, April 9, 2021, 2:00 pm EDT With the move toward leveling the pandemic curve, and with the increasing availability of vaccinations, congregations need to be thinking about how they will decide about opening up again to in-person meetings and worship. During these conversations, we’ll watch two videos produced by the UUA, look at the UUA’s recommended questions, and have conversations about how we make these decisions. Webinar will be offered on:…
Start in Your Yard
Our Share the Plate recipient for this month is Start in Your Yard.
Henny DuBois
Our dear friend Henny DuBois passed away Monday night, March 22, from natural causes. Henny survived COVID this past December, proving how strong-willed she was. She was 90. Henny was a devoted member of UUCE for decades, leading the Food Pantry collections, Aesthetics Team, and more. She was a programmer, mother of five, gardener, photographer and theater/museum patron, as well as a dear friend to many. A full obituary and plans for a memorial will follow. Messages may be sent…
March ET Update
The current members of the Executive Team are: Mike Moutrie, Martha Pignataro, Mary Harlos, Steve Askins, and our minister Rev. Leland Bond-Upson and church administrator Mila Brinker. To learn more about the Executive Team and what we do, visit our Executive Team page. Actions Building Maintenance The team approved an expense of $1000 for installation of hard-wired electrical outlets to projectors in Fellowship Hall and the sanctuary. This eliminates extension cords and improves safety. This also includes installing a stronger…