Another Anvil
Newsletter of Second Unitarian Church of ChicagoSeptember 2011
From the Consulting Minister
stories at work

The work of congregational transition between clergypeople can be challenging, but that hasn't stopped us! 2U has done really important and meaningful work to become the congregation it is today. The past year and a half has been a time to solidify the 2U community, strengthen leadership, and plan for the future. We're continuing that work this year, by taking a necessary detour through 2U's past from the 1960s forward.

 

In the late 1960s, 2U was on the verge of disappearing entirely, but with the leadership of Lyda Palmer and the persistence of a small group of Unitarian Universalists, 2U was given a second chance. Since then, this congregation has gone through many changes in size, membership, demographics, the neighborhood, and its succession of clergy: four settled ministers, a minister of music, interim ministers, and a consulting minister. 2U is rich with stories - and these stories will help us understand the patterns of strengths and challenges that have made 2U the congregation it is today.

 

I invite all of you to join me for four opportunities to tell and hear stories about 2U and its rich history. No matter whether you are brand new to this congregation or have been around long enough that you think you know everything, I hope that you will come be a part of these conversations. I am particularly excited to hear the stories of this congregation, partially because I love stories. More importantly, though, through these stories we can deepen our understanding of this congregation and what it needs to have a wonderful, healthy, growing future.

 

Please put these dates into your calendars:

 

Wed, Oct 19th, 7:00pm: 2U in the 1960-70s

Sun, Nov 20th, 12:00pm: 2U in the 1980s

Sun, Dec 18th, 12:00pm: 2U in the 1990s

Sun, Jan 29th, 12:00pm: 2U in the 2000s

 

I hope to see many of you at each of these storytelling sessions, whether as speakers or listeners. Let's use this time to help make 2U's future bright together!

 

Faithfully,

Rev. Adam

From the Board of Trustees
board book

 

Our ministerial search continues, and the Ministerial Search Committee continues its exemplary work.  The search process is doing what it's supposed to do:  helping us to clarify who we are, where we've been, and where we want to go together. Thanks to all who participated in the cottage meetings, board chats, Committee on Ministries chats, and the survey. I'd like to invite all of you to participate in the workshop on October 16:  Beyond Categorical Thinking.  This is part of the ministerial search recommended by the Unitarian Universalist Association. So far, the UUA's recommended process has been helpful, and I'm looking forward to this workshop continuing in the helpful vein.  
 
Most importantly, make sure you save the date for our fall fundraiser: Saturday, November 5.  It's going to be the one party you can't miss this season.  
 

August Staas,

Chair, Second Unitarian Church Board of Trustees

Orientation to 2nd Unitarian Church
chalice logo

Sunday October 2, 11:45 - 1:45

 

If you are interested on participating in this event, please sign up on the "What's Happening" table in the Palmer Room or send an email to membership chair John Broome (broomejv@att.net) so that you have a spot reserved just for you. Childcare is available upon request.

 

Orientation begins at 11:45 with light refreshments and ends at about 1:45.  Although the focus of the orientation is to provide information about Unitarian-Universalism and 2U history, attending one of these sessions is a requirement for joining the church.

2U Young Adults Host Community Night!
yam

The 2U Young Adults will be hosting community night on Weds, Oct. 5th!  All between the ages of 18 and 35 are welcome (more than welcome!) to help plan and prepare. Or, just show up and have fun with the rest of the church community!  An October date for the FREE Young Adult Yoga night is being determined.  The Oct. 25th Young Adult brunch also led to ideas such as a YA Rocky Horror Night, a YA Documentary Night, and a YA Book Swap.  If you are interested in these events, or have great ideas for an event of your own, or just want more information about the group, email Arcenia at oya7@yahoo.com.
Special Services in October
fall tree

Sunday October 9 will be an "Ask the Minster" service. Start thinking about what you might like to ask Rev. Adam.

 

This year, the Indian festival of lights called Diwali falls on October 26.  On October 23, August Staas will lead our service. This will not be a Diwali service.  It will be a Unitarian Universalist service about Diwali.  It will include music with the congregation encouraged to sing along.   
Beyond Categorical Thinking
Sunday, October 16
lighthouse

 "Will the new minister hear me? Will my concerns and needs be met?  Will the minister understand what I'm living with? How will the community respond to our minister?"

 

In answering these questions, a picture of the "ideal minister" (categorized by age, gender, gender identity, nationality, physical ability, race, and sexual orientation) comes to mind. With this picture in place, it can be easy to unintentionally exclude ministers who fall into certain categories. At times, as we get caught up in comparing candidates to our "picture," we can even forget what it is we hoped for in a minister.

 

On Sunday October 16, 2011, Second Unitarian Church will participate in the Beyond Categorical Thinking workshop offered by the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) for congregations involved in the search for a new minister. The 2U Ministerial Search Committee invites all congregational leaders, members, and friends to participate in this workshop.

 

The Beyond Categorical Thinking program (BCT) is designed to promote inclusive thinking and help prevent unfair discrimination in the search process for a new minister. This program includes a Sunday morning service with BCT workshop facilitators followed by a three hour workshop. In the workshop, the 2U congregation will:

  • Consider the hopes, expectations, and concerns they have for a new minister
  • Learn more about the ministerial search process, and
  • Explore how thinking categorically about people sometimes interferes with choosing the best candidate.

 The Beyond Categorical Thinking workshop is another opportunity for everyone in our congregation to be a part of the ministerial selection process. This experience will provide guidance for the Ministerial Search Committee. Lunch and childcare will be provided.

I.P. Andrews Organization, India
October Plate Sharing Recipient
 childrens nutrition

In 2007, Naveen Andrews, MSW, started the Bishop I.P. Andrews Child Welfare & Social Services Organization of Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh State, India. The grandson of Sundribai, (friend of the Groetzingers from Peace Corps Service 45 years ago), Naveen is dedicated to the service and social change goals exemplified by his father's work, Bishop I.P. Andrews. But financial sustainability is difficult to create in their impoverished community.

 

The Andrews Organization is a secular, multi-faceted  nutrition, public health, and training program serving 60-100 families daily and providing educational programs for the larger community, within a budget  of $18,000 per year. Adequate nutrition and afterschool activities lead to improved school attendance and performance; mothers can seek employment while their children enjoy day care, and adolescent girls develop employable skills.  Support comes in part through SHARE, an Indian and US-based organization with 501-c-3 tax-deductible status.

 

The Andrews Organization is grateful to 2U for embracing our program for your global conscious, expressed through your Plate Sharing generosity. During the month of October, Linda Groetzinger will be available during coffee hour with brochures, slide show, and information on how your donations help, and how you might become become further involved.

Sign Up for Small Groups!
small group

Small Group Ministry is a wonderful way for all members of the 2U community-newcomers and long-term members-to connect with one another. In once- or twice-per-month sessions, participants learn about themselves and Unitarian Universalism while building relationships with variety of people. These groups work best when participants make a commiment to one another to make attendance a priority - when you're not there, you are missed!

 

Four groups will be starting in mid-October, and if you sign up between now and Oct 12th, you'll join the groups at the start. If you decide you'd like to join a group later in the year, you'll be able to do that as well, but we encourage you to jump right in.

 

You can sign up on Sunday morning with the materials on the "What's Happening" table just outside the Sanctuary. You can also send an email, ranking the options below in terms of your preferences (1st choice, 2nd choice, etc) to minister@secondunitarian.org. We'll develop the groups and then let you know what group you're in and remind you of when you'll begin.

 

The four groups that we're starting with are:

 

Option A -

Meeting Time:             7:00 p.m.

Meeting Days:              1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month

Meeting Location:      Second Unitarian

Facilitator:                    Susan Frances

First meeting:              October 18, 2011

 

Option B -

Meeting Time:             7:30 p.m.

Meeting Days:              1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month

Meeting Location:      Second Unitarian

Facilitator:                    Don MacGregor, Topic for group is "An (incomplete) Survey of Unitarian Universalist Viewpoints"

First meeting:              October 19, 2011

 

Option C -

Meeting Time:             7:00 p.m.

Meeting Days:              2nd Thursday of each month

Meeting Location:      Second Unitarian

Facilitator:                    Gregory Potts

First meeting:              October 20, 2011 (please note that this is the 3rd Thursday of October, and all subsequent meetings will be the 2nd Thursday of each month)

 

Option D -

Meeting Time:             7:00 p.m.

Meeting Days:              2nd and 4th Monday of each month

Meeting Location:      Second Unitarian

Facilitator:                    Gary Bondurant

First meeting:              October 24, 2011

 

Our sign-ups are off to a good start, but there's plenty of room for you! 

social justice
2U Social Justice Council

This fall, we are coming out swinging with a series of actions as we fight for a just economy, new revenue for our starved budgets, and health care reform that works for everyone. Please mark your calendars. All are welcome.

  

Today!

Sign the petition being circulated across the country to the Super Committee in Congress, demanding that they fight for a more just economy.The Super Committee is the group of Congress people and Senators charged with dealing with the Federal Budget. If we don't speak up, they'll just keep slashing our programs!! Go to www.lakeviewaction.org to sign the petition.

 

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Monday, October 10 4:00-6:30pm

Join our allies from across the country to tell big banks and corporations to "Pay U.S. Back!" at the Mortgage Bankers of America Protest with National People's Action! This march and protest will take place downtown, with buses leaving from the neighborhood. Reserve your spot today. Contact: Ellen, 773-549-1947 x391, eglover@lakeviewaction.org.

  

Tuesday, October 119:30 am-12:00pm  

Join with the Chicago Housing Initiative and come to a city council hearing on the impact of the HUD budget cuts. City Council Chambers, 121 N. LaSalle; transportation from the neighborhood will be provided.

Contact: Mary, 773-549-1947 x385, mtarullo@lakeviewaction.org.

  

Sunday, October 16 3:00-5:30pm
United Power Health Care Assembly with Governor Quinn: Join our allies throughout the county as we address the issues of health reform implementation and non-profit hospital tax exemptions. Lakeview, Location TBD. Contact: Hannah, 773-549-1947 x387, hgelder@lakeviewaction.org.
 
Sunday, October 23 12:30pm - 1:45pm 
A Lesson in Economic Inequality: An Interactive Workshop

Is America becoming more unequal? Is wealth inequality in the U.S. a serious economic problem? What are the political consequences of growing inequality of wealth and income? How is this problem impacting Lake View, Lincoln Park, and all of us?

 

The Lakeview Action Coalition is joining with hundreds of other community based organizations across the country as we hold workshops to discuss the history of economic inequality, the fall out in our communities and how we can act together for economic justice.   

 

Please come to this important event on October 23, 2011 at Second Unitarian Church (656 W. Barry) from 12:30pm to 1:45pm, to discuss this crisis and ways you can impact this situation! For more information contact: Curtis Smith, 2U Social Justice Council, cmwright@sbcglobal.net.

fall feast
Join us for the Fall Feast & Bake-Off!
Saturday November 5, 6:00pm
 

Dinner  ·  Music  ·  Live & Silent Auctions  ·  Raffle  ·  Games  ·  Bake-Off

 

Please join us for 2U's second annual Fall Feast.  This year's primary fundraising event uniquely features the best bakers among us with a Bake-Off featuring a tasting panel of surprise judges.  Help us spread the word and plan to come enjoy this incredible community event! You won't want to miss the fabulous "auction" of parties hosted by members of the 2U community - a great way to extend the fellowship from the Fall Feast into the months ahead.

 

$35 Adults
$15 Students & Seniors
$ 5 Children (ages 10-17)

Children under 10 are free. Free childcare will be available.

 

If you cannot attend, please consider making a donation.

Purchase your tickets after service each week or buy them online today. Please also consider getting involved by volunteering  a bit of time at the event or beforehand. Email Jill or Jeff Siegel (siegel.jill@gmail.com or jsiegel@hntb.com) to offer your help. Keep an eye out for an online volunteer sign-up coming soon!

 

Thank you for supporting 2U!

 

The Fall Feast & Bake-Off Needs YOU!

Show off your cake credentials! Take the whisk, beat your competitors and rise to the challenge! If you like to bake, you have a special role to play in making the Fall Feast a success.  Email Jill or Jeff Siegel (siegel.jill@gmail.com or jsiegel@hntb.com) to learn more or to contribute your own fabulous baked dessert to the Fall Feast. Volunteers are needed to help provide a dessert for guests, tasting judges and an identical dessert that will be auctioned off in the live auction.

Choir Corner
choir

The 2U choir rehearses every Tuesday evening at 7:30 p.m. in the church sanctuary.  Everyone is welcome!  The more the merrier!  The next performance will be at the Sunday service on October 16.  For more information,conntact music director Marianne Parker at musicdirector@secondunitarian.org - or just come to a rehearsal.

Shoe Drive
kids shoes

In addition to September's Fitts Fund collection for Mayan Families, we are also doing a new and used children's shoe drive. Mayan Families is a UU-run nonprofit that provides basic and essential human services to the poor and indigenous people in the Western Highlands of Guatemala, in addition to sponsoring nearly 1500 children to go to school. As your kids transition to school, donate their gently-worn sneakers and sandals to Mayan Families. Look for the box in the Palmer Room. For more information about Mayan Families, go to  www.mayanfamilies.org or join us for a Spotlight Luncheon on Sunday, October 30th after services to meet Sharon Smart-Poage and Dwight Poage, the wife/husband team that founded and run the organization!
Marianne Parker Running Chicago Marathon
 
On October 9th, my fingers will be taking a break from the piano, and my legs will be getting the workout: I'll be running my second Bank of America Chicago Marathon! Training for and completing a marathon is a rewarding experience in itself - but I am also fortunate enough to be raising money for an organization that is close to my heart along the way, PAWS (Pets Are Worth Saving). I have been raising money since I began my training, and am now in my final two weeks of fundraising.

 

Every dollar that I raise goes to the organization to help provide resources necessary to find homes for thousands of cats and dogs in Chicagoland. After all, PAWS is Chicago's largest no-kill animal shelter.

 bruiser

You may have met the reason I run for PAWS at the Blessing of the Animals service. His name is Bruiser. If you didn't, here is a picture of him doing what he does best, dropping everything in the name of a "treat." 
marianne 
 
You can also catch a glimpse of me crossing the finish line of my first marathon last year!

 

Please consider taking a moment to view my personal fundraising site. You can learn more about PAWS, and make a much-appreciated online donation, if you wish. Thank you!
 
Marianne
Aspirants for Ministry at 2U
 

Four members of Second Unitarian Church are in the process of pursuing ordination with the Unitarian Universalist Association. The ordination process requires that people fulfill several educational and training requirements, including the completion of a Master of Divinity degree and two internships. Procedural requirements include a psychological evaluation and interviews with two UUA panels: one with a Regional Sub Committee on Candidacy (RSCC) and then another with a national body called the Ministerial Fellowship Committee (MFC).

 

After completing one's initial paperwork with the UUA, one is considered an "aspirant" for ministry. After gaining the approval of an RSCC, one's status changes from aspirant to "candidate." After approval by the MFC, a candidate enters "preliminary fellowship" and becomes recommended for ordination by a local congregation.

Our church now has four aspirants:

 

gpotts

Gregory Potts graduated from Chicago Theological Seminary with an M.Div.in 2006. Subsequently, he also earned a Master's Degree in social work and became licensed as a clinical social worker. He works full time as a senior case manager at Chicago House, an agency serving low-income individuals affected by HIV. In addition, he works part-time as a psychotherapist. Greg is planning to practice pastoral counseling and is also looking for other ways to combine his training in ministry and social work. He will meet with the Midwest RSCC in October.

 

sfisher

Seth Fisher recently finished his first year of studies at Loyola University Chicago's Institute of Pastoral Studies, where he was awarded a generous scholarship. Seth will begin a field internship at People's Church of Chicago this fall. He is still discerning the specifics of his call to ministry, but said that he is feeling called more and more to work in a parish setting. He will meet with the Midwest RSCC in October.

 

Susan Frances is currently a part-time student at Meadville Lombard Theological School. Susan is also an attorney and is intentionally taking a slow path through her studies. She said that she has felt a call to ministry since she was a teenager, but was unable to pursue it in the tradition in which she was raised because she is a lesbian. Once she discovered UUism, she realized that she could pursue her dream after all. She is especially interested in serving as a chaplain.

 

vishnu

Vishnu Jorge Espinel is currently a full time student at  Meadville Lombard. His work and spirituality are strongly influenced by the philosophy and practice of yoga. He  is especially interested in the area of knowledge where science, spirituality and healing meet. In coordination with the Gilda's Club Chicago, he facilitates yoga, meditation and spirituality groups for people living with cancer and their families in different hospitals around the city. He expects to continue serving as a community minister. He will meet with the Midwest RSCC in October.

 

Debra Rostorfer, a Florida native and a recent arrival at Second Unitarian, is a second-year student at Meadville Lombard, who will be meeting with the Midwest RSCC in 2012. She is a member of the UU addictions team and preparing to begin a field placement. Rostorfer feels especially called to a ministry of education about addiction issues. She has been a UU for nine years. 

New Members
new members
 
Rose Broome hails from Fond du Lac, WI. She received her degree in education from the University of Wisconsin at Eau Claire and has taught special education for nineteen years in several mid-western states. Rose also enjoyed working part-time for an apartment complex and when a full-time job was offered to her in Chicago, she decided to change course. She is the office manager for a property management company that mainly handles commercial properties. In her leisure time, Rose enjoys reading, music, cooking, visiting with family and friends, and hopes to eventually revive her interest in playing the guitar. Rose's husband, John, a lifelong UU, introduced her to UUism and they attended services in Madison and Champaign. Rose likes the diversity at 2U- members have a wealth of interests- and the friendliness of the congregation makes her feel at home. She has been attending for two years and is active with the hospitality committee and enjoys cooking for special events at 2U.
 

Jeff Currie grew up in Midland, MI and attended MSU where he received his BA in psychology (and where he met his wife, Christine Shaw, also a psychology major). Jeff works for cars.com providing internet support for car dealers. In his free time, Jeff enjoys brewing his own beer and preparing their new home for the arrival of their first baby, due on March 2, 2012.

 

Christine Shaw hails from Grand Ledge, MI. She and Jeff moved to Chicago in 2005 so she could attend The Adler School of Professional Psychology. Christine is a doctoral candidate in clinical psychology. In her leisure time, she enjoys reading, movies, cooking and running half-marathons. Christine and Jeff found 2U when they were looking for a community involved with social justice issues. They have joined the Young Adult Group and may become involved with Green Sanctuary issues.

 

Christine Lyons was born on the north side of Chicago and moved to Park Ridge. She attended Illinois State College where she studied to be an English teacher and met her husband, Chad. Christine worked as a high school English teacher in Round Lake and at Josephinum High School in Chicago and also worked in sales. She is a stay-at-home mom to Claire, 8, Nicky, 6, and Thomas, 4. In her free time, Christine enjoys reading and running.

 

Chad Lyons grew up on a farm outside of Springfield, Il. He studied finance at Illinois State and works in commercial banking-with small business loans for Popular Community Bank. Chad plays the piano and guitar and recently joined a classic rock band called Seven Thirty-Five. At 2U, he hopes to contribute using his skills in either finance or music. Christine and Chad are glad to have found the community at 2U for themselves and for their children.

 

Welcome to Rose, Jeff, Christine, Chad, Christine, Claire, Nicky, & Thomas!!!!!!!!

Money Matter$

Fiscal Year 2011-12 Operating Budget Status: YTD through August

 

Income                                                                                                         

Pledges & Collection Plate                                                                           25,456

Other Income                                                                                                      3,051

Total YTD Income                                                                                         $28,507

 

Expenses

Collection Plate Sharing                                                                                     573

All Other Expenses                                                                                        40,982

Total YTD Expenses                                                                                   $41,554

 

Total Annual Budget                                                                                  $284,722     

Balance Sheet Snapshot - August

Total Reserves & Investments                                                                   201,415

Land & Building (2001 appraisal)                                                          2,060,000

Endowment                                                                                                        1,256

Restricted Funds                                                                                               6,999

Total Long Term Debt                                                                                $285,259

UUA Monthly Bulletins 
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Travel to Transylvania with Unitarians
 

Travel with Unitarians to experience our historic roots and explore this fascinating part of Europe - Transylvania and Hungary, June 4-18, 2012

 

How about travelling to a place where a  Unitarianism was founded 450 years ago?  That's Transylvania! One fourth of all Unitarians live here. Their beautiful, unique churches are a joy to behold.

 

We'll have a 3-day stay in a Transylvanian Unitarian village - attending church, sharing a relaxed picnic and experiencing rural village life.  We'll explore castles and other cultural places, enjoy the food and art and the beautiful landscapes. From Cluj-Napoca, Romania, to Budapest, Hungary, the cost is $2075 US, plus airfare.  That includes 9 nights in Transylvania and 5 in Hungary, private coach, most meals, escorts and guides, 3 and 4- star hotels, as well as staying with a family or in a guest house when we are in the rural village.

 

This specially designed tour for Unitarians everywhere, will be facilitated by the UU Partner Church Council Pilgrimage Service that has more than a decade of experience facilitating UU visits to this part of Europe.

 

For all details see  www.nuuc.ca
Contact Beverly Carr, bgcarr@rogers.com

Neighbourhood UU Congregation, Toronto

Second Unitarian Church of Chicago
656 West Barry Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60657
www.secondunitarian.org
In This Issue
From the Consulting Minister
From the Board of Trustees
Orientation to 2nd Unitarian Church
2U Young Adults
Special Services in October
Beyond Categorical Thinking
I.P. Andrews Organization
Sign Up for Small Groups
2U Social Justice Council
Fall Feast & Bake-Off
Choir Corner
Shoe Drive
Marianne Parker Running Chicago Marathon
Aspirants for Ministry at 2U
New Members
Money Matters
UUA Monthly Bulletins
Travel to Transylvania
Chicago Marathon
Calendar
Church Office Information & Staff
Communications Deadlines
2U Ministry Leaders
Board of Trustees
Board Minutes
Collection Plate Recipients
Chicago Marathon

Sunday October 9. This wonderful Chicago tradition always poses a parking challenge for our church. Please do not turn down Barry Street. You will not be able to get your car out. You can park at IL Masonic, or better yet, take public transportation.

 

View the course map here.

 

Calendar

Sunday October 2

Worship at 10:30

Rev. Adam Robersmith preaches "Greed: I Want It All"; music by the 2U Folk Ensemble

 

9:00 - Finance Committee

11:45 - Orientation

Noon - Pastoral Care

Noon - Social Justice Council

 

Monday October 3

7:30pm - No More Deaths Concert

 

Tuesday October 4

5:30pm - Night Ministry 

7:30pm - Choir Rehearsal

 

Wednesday October 5

6:30pm - Vespers

7:00pm - Community Night

7:00pm - Ministerial Search Committee

 

Saturday October 8

9:45am - Council Meeting

 

Sunday October 9

Worship at 10:30

Rev. Adam Robersmith, Ask the Minister service; music by Nanna Cross

 

9:30 - Membership Committee

11:30 - Board Chat

 

Tuesday October 11

7:30pm - Choir Rehearsal

 

Wednesday October 12

6:30 - Vespers

7:00 - Board of Trustees

7:00 - Ministerial Search Committee

 

Thursday October 13

Noon - Retirees Lunch

 

Sunday October 16

Worship at 10:30

Service by the UUA's Eddy Carroll; music by the 2U Choir

 

Noon - Beyond Categorical Thinking Workshop

Church Office Information & Staff

Office Hours

Mondays: 10:00am - Noon

Wednesdays: 10:00am - 6:00pm

 

Consulting Minister

Rev. Adam Robersmith

773-549-0260, ext. 13

minister@secondunitarian.org

 

Director of Programs

Gabrielle Montgomery

773-549-0260, ext. 12

programs@secondunitarian.org

 

Music Director    

Marianne Parker

musicdirector 

@secondunitarian.org


Community Minister

Rev. Rudra Dundzila

773-593-7500

rdundzila@uuma.org 

 

Business Manager

Chris Engler

773-549-0260, ext. 10

office@secondunitarian.org

Communications Deadlines 
To have something included in the order of service, send it via email to Gabrielle at programs@secondunitarian.org by Wednesday at noon.

The Anvil comes out on the 1st & 15th of every month. The deadline is two business days before the 1st & 15th of the month. Email submissions to Gabrielle at programs@secondunitarian.org.
2U Ministry Leaders Contact Information
Board of Trustees
August Staas
august@staas.com

Bookstore  
Gene Horcher
horcher@att.net    
 
Council
Neal Shankman
nss.church@gmail.com
    
Finance Committee    Gregory Redfeairn
mr.rojo47@yahoo.com

Green Sanctuary

Libby Harvey-Hill
threebmetaldesign@yahoo.com

Hospitality
Nathan Miller
nathan.miller.6@gmail.com

Ann Nelson
ann.nelson@gmail.com

Lifespan Faith Development
Sue Dunmore
jonsuedun@concast.net
 
Membership
John Broome
broomejv@att.net

Music Committee
Nanna Cross
nannacross@ymail.com

Pastoral Care
Rev. Adam Robersmith
minister@secondunitarian.org

Religious Services
Linda Marquis
lkmarquis@me.com

Safe Congregations Team
Lourdes Guerrero
lsguerr4@mac.com

Lee-Ann Meredith
badkitty@core.com

Small Group Ministry  Susan Frances
betty714@hotmail.com

Gary Bondurant
bondurantgary@gmail.com

Social Justice
   
David Groves
david@grovesology.com

Curtis Smith
cmwright@sbcglobal.net
 
Transylvania Church
Kimberly Bares
773-506-9319 kimberlybares@yahoo.com

Webmaster
Neal Shankman
nss.church@gmail.com

WIDE Community
Atena Danner-McPhaden
atena.danner@gmail.com

Young Adult Group
Arcenia Harmon
oya7@yahoo.com
Board of Trustees
August Staas, Chair
august@staas.com

Mark Sneathen, Past Chair
msneathen@yahoo.com

Berlinda Browne, Chair Elect
berlinda.browne@yahoo.com

Laura McKee, Treasurer
mckeelaura@ymail.com

Andrea LeVasseur, Secretary
andrealevasseur@yahoo.com

Neal Shankman, Council
nss.church@gmail.com

Melanie Bienemann, Trustee
mbienem@childrensmemorial.org

Monica Drane, Trustee
paulandmonica@sbcglobal.net

Jonathan Dunmore, Trustee
drfooz@comcast.net

Norman Groetzinger, Trustee
groetzinger.n@comcast.net
Board Minutes
Available here are the most recent approved minutes of the 2U Board of Trustees' monthly meeting. Please note that approved minutes are also posted on the bulletin board on the north wall of the Palmer Room.
Collection Plate Recipients
Mayan Families Organization

Lakeview Action Coalition 

Inspiration Corporation