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UU News
Monthly Newsletter of
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Greensboro
An Intentional Liberal Religious Community June 2016
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Liberal Religious Community
|  ALL ARE WELCOME IN THIS CHURCH
Distinctions of power, privilege, and estate, which apply outside these doors, do not apply within them. Women, men, and children, persons of any color, culture, age, ability, economic status, or affectional orientation; skeptics and those pursuing common or unorthodox religious paths...
All Are Welcome Here!
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Newsletter Notes
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The deadline for the July newsletter will be Friday, July 1
Send news items to commuucg@bellsouth.net
The newsletter will be published on July 8
Hard copies of this newsletter are available in the church foyer on the Visitor Table.
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Sunday and Special Worship Services and Schedule
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Sunday, June 5
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Annual Worship in the Park at Gibson Park
Short worship....Long potluck!
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Rev. Ann Marie Alderman
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Sunday, June 12
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The Philosophy of Star Trek
We can learn many things from Gene Roddenberry's vision of the future. Star Trek is more than just a "wagon train to the stars" story. It is ripe with lessons of family, gender and aging issues, respect for that which is different, and much more.
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Barbara Hands
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Sunday, June 19
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Fathers, Mothers, Ministers
Rev. Ann Marie's last Sunday with UUCG
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Rev. Ann Marie Alderman
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Live Feed of the Sunday morning worship service at General Assembly
If you have never been able to attend the UUA General Assembly, but have wondered what a worship service might be like, you are in luck. With this year's GA in Ohio, time zones are on our side and we are provided with an interesting, and different from our usual, worship experience. On June 26, we will stream the live feed of GA's Sunday morning worship service. It will begin in our sanctuary at 10:30 a.m.and is scheduled to end at noon. This is a bit earlier than we usually begin, but not to worry. We will call it a "drop in" service. Join us when you arrive, even if it is after 10:30, just drop on in and join in the experience. Do plan on staying after the service for coffee and community.
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Sunday Morning Schedule
| 9:30 - 10:30 | Adult Faith Formation | Classes will resume in the fall..
| 10:30 - 10:55
| Social Gathering
| Informal Social Gathering prior to Worship. (Nursery Services Provided)
| 10:55 - 12:15
| Adult and Youth Worship
| Both adults and children start the service together. On most Sundays the children leave the sanctuary for Youth Religious Education, which ends at 12:15. Services labeled as "Worship for All Ages" are Intergenerational, shared by both children and adults.
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Reception for Rev. Ann Marie
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Plan to linger after the service on Sunday, June 19 for an extra-special coffee hour. This will be our official thank-you to Ann Marie for the last three years of counseling, consulting, and helping us to heal and grow, with an appreciative farewell reception. Coffee, tea, and cookies, of course, but also snacks and cake.
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Inspirations
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"You get use to someone---start to like them, even---and they leave. In the end, everyone leaves."
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Wednesday Potluck
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We share a potluck supper at 6 p.m. each Wednesday. EXCEPT WEDS, June 8, while the Sanctuary Floor is being re-finished!
Please bring a dish to share and your own table service starting again on June 15!
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Following the Potluck this Summer ...
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Join us each Wednesday night following our traditional Pot Luck supper beginning June 15 for some invigorating conversations, and a bit of Star Trek thrown in for fun. This summer on Wednesday nights, beginning at 7:00 PM, Barbara Hands will lead discussions concerning the four major philosophical ethical theories as they are demonstrated in the widely popular sci-fi series Star Trek. We will delve into The Divine Command Theory, Consequentialism and Virtue Ethics, among others. We will also discuss the idea of "personhood" (philosophically, person and human are not interchangeable). What constitutes a person and when does one gain the rights and privileges of being able to be called a person. If time permits, we will also look into the issue of aging and death with dignity. Sessions will last approximately 90 minutes depending on depth of discussions.
A more detailed schedule of the summer sessions will be included in the weekly e-announcements. Watch for it.
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Reflections from Rev. Ann Marie
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 In the end everyone leaves. It is a painful part of human existence. Yet, it happens. Perhaps, a congregation is just the place to learn to do endings well. If that is true, then this congregation is getting another opportunity to practice, as the end of my time as your developmental minister is coming to a close much sooner than any of us really anticipated.
Sunday, June 19th will be my last time to be with you during a worship service at UUCG. Perhaps, you will come that day to say your goodbye to me. I plan to share my well wishes to you and for this congregation, as I end my time here and move forward to other ministries in another place.
I hope you have or will pick up a hard copy of the Annual Report. They are in the foyer and inside you'll find words on how much we have done together. Or you can find a copy here. Like any decent, loving partner, I am so proud of who we have been. And, I am overjoyed that you have a great interim minister coming to partner well with you very soon. I just know you will do great when you are ready to call a new settled minister, and that minister will really believe they have been chosen by a fabulous church! So, in leaving I will remember the relationship we created and the trust we found. It has been a true pleasure to have been your minister. Rev. Ann Marie |
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Cindy Dillard, Youth Religious Education Director
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At our annual dinner last month, I was proud to host the table for children/youth/young adults. It was a themeless, delightful mess --everyone brought their favorite food, some brought their favorite play-thing to serve as our centerpiece, many indulged in Starburst candies, markers on paper table cloth, and pipe-cleaner bead bracelets (with one spectacular rescue of the bead bin with an assist by Logan-THANK YOU, LOGAN!)
A more serious (but no less delightful) aspect of the annual dinner has been thanking everyone who supports YRE. Sadly, speaking extemporaneously has never been my strong suit (as some of you might already know). While I managed to celebrate my completion of four years as UUCG's DRE, congratulate our youth on their worship service, and give a plug for our all-ages summer program, I failed to thank everyone who has helped our YRE program become what it is.
So, I'd like to use this space now to formally thank everyone who has devoted their time, energy and love to our children and youth during 2015-2016. Thanks to our wonderful volunteer teachers: Marty Bergman, Sharin Francis, Lauren Houck, Shavonta Kuecker, Robin Lewis, Amelia Mattocks, Jake Mattocks, Heather Rushforth, Dakota Spooner & Marty Ward. Many thanks to my YRE Team chair over the last two years, Heather Rushforth, with warm wishes for her next adventure: singing in our choir. And a special thank you to our "floaters", volunteers who forego the worship service to provide a life-line between parents (in worship) and children (in YRE) should any need arise: Michelle Puzio, Laura Graham, Barbara Hughes, Sharin Francis and Meg Wolfe-Roberts
If you would like to become involved in this ministry, a ministry that involves working with children and youth, but also families and teachers, please contact Cindy Dillard (uucgre@att.net).
SCHEDULE FOR JUNE:
Sun, June 5-11:00 am "Worship in the Park" Please join us at Gibson Park for our annual worship in nature, followed by a potluck and lots of visiting and play
Sun, June 12-11:00 am Beginning in the service, then adjourning to the RE wing to put into practice our 1st and 2nd UU Principles through cooperative games
Sun, June 19-11:00 am Our children & youth will participate in our monthly justice action project "Taking It T-UU The Streets" (TTS), after first beginning in the service
Sun, June 26-10:30 am A unique opportunity for our congregation, as we will be live-streaming the UUA's General Assembly worship service. RE will not be in session, though nursery care will be available
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From Congregational President Karen Madrone
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 Since this is my last board newsletter column I'm going to use this opportunity to encourage and challenge UUCG to truly live from what you believe. If you've been a member at UUCG for a while but are not serving in a Team or Committee, I encourage you to think about where you can be of service. Think about the skills you have now and what you would like to learn. If you are interested in serving on a board committee or on the board itself, get in touch with Marty Bergman, the Chair of the Committee on Leadership Development. If working on the ministry side (Worship, Membership, and Communications for example) calls to you, when our new Interim Minister, Rev. Diane Dowgiert, begins serving at UUCG this fall, talk to her about how you can be of service. I also encourage you to talk to people who are currently serving in these roles. Find out what they do, see if there is a way you can contribute. UUCG is a great place to be a beginner. I'm going to encourage you to make a pledge if you haven't already (if you haven't yet done this for the 2016-2017 church year get on it!). If you haven't increased your pledge in many years, I encourage you to do so. Now. Contact UUCG's Treasurer, Susan Hill, and tell her you are going to increase your pledge. If making a pledge is truly a commitment to you, you're going to find a way to make it work. Your budget is a picture of your values. Whatever giving level you are at now, consider increasing it. I challenge both members and the church itself to get connected to the larger UU movement. Did you know that we are international? Lots of international UU links can be found here: http://www.uua.org/directory/organizations. Did you know you can be a member of both UUCG and the Church of the Larger Fellowship (CLF)? CLF has phenomenal online worship services and a weekly "talk show" called "The VUU" with current UU issues being discussed. In addition, get on the email list from UU World, the Southern Region, and the UUA. It's really, really important to be connected to the larger UU conversation. Finally, have patience and faith in each other. Know that UUCG is an ever-evolving faith community with open minds and open hearts. UUCG does great things now and will continue to do so in the future. To quote Jason Shelton, a UU songwriter, "Love one another, honor one another, serve one another, that's how we understand. Love one another, honor one another, serve one another, as equals hand in hand."
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Adult Faith Formation
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Sunday Afternoon Meditation
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4:00 - 5:30
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Due to refinishing the floor in the Sanctuary Deep River Sangha will skip June 5th
and resume their normal schedule on Sunday, June 12.
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Our Interim Minister
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The Interim Minister Search Task Force is delighted to introduce Rev. Diane Dowgiert as our new Interrim Minister.
For the past 10 years, she has been pastor of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Tucson (Arizona). Before that, she led First Unitarian Universalist Society, a 150-year-old congregation in Marietta, Ohio. She served her internship with the UU congregation in Chapel Hill, N.C.  She told us: "Times of transition are ripe with opportunity for growth and change. The congregations I have served have taught me well what our UU congregations need in order to thrive in the 21st century." Diane's service in Tucson began in 2006. She helped the congregation to stabilize after several turnovers of the pulpit, to improve its organizational structure, to grow, and to revitalize its social justice work. In 2012, the church's ministry, "No More Deaths," was awarded the Wilton Peace Prize for humanitarian efforts to end migrant worker suffering in the deserts of southern Arizona. Two years earlier, the congregation received the Bennett Award for exemplary social justice work. In contrast to the Tucson church of nearly 300 members, the Marietta congregation had only about 120 members, who had been through several years of conflict. In addition, Rev. Dowgiert helped the members cope with major flooding, which damaged the church building, members' homes, and nearly wiped out the community's business district. By the time she left, the congregation was healthy and stable and the building and grounds were in the best shape they had been in for years. Before entering the ministry, she worked in social service agencies, a department store and bank, as well as doing community volunteer work and being a stay-home mother. Rev. Dowgiert's husband of more than 40 years, Al, took early retirement at the same time she entered seminary. She said, "Since then, he's been a supportive minister's spouse, finding work wherever we've been called. Al currently works of the University of Arizona in the Parking and Transportation Department. In the past, he owned and operated a small furniture making business. As he's beginning to think about retirement, he's also developing a new woodworking business. We have two adult sons, a beautiful daugher-in-law, and two adorable cats."
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Fun-Raiser
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Update on the May Mini-Auction
We had a successful fixed-price, mini-auction at the annual dinner and on Sunday morning afterwards raising over $2,500. There are still seats available if you missed your chance to sign up. If you would like to sign up for one of the events still available. One Seat left for the Low Country Boil with Karen Madrone - $50/seat A last chance for a dinner with Karen and Michelle before they are off to New York City! This low country boil has shrimp, sausage, corn, potatoes and other tasty ingredients. The dinner will be held at the Houck's. Date: Friday, July 16th
Three Seats left for the Vegetarian Dinner with Sharin Francis - $25/seat Enjoy a variety of vegetarian dishes prepared by Sharin! The dinner will be held at the Houck's. Date TBD.
Three Seats left for the Indian Dinner with Lonnie Houck - $80/seat A wonderful dinner of Chicken Tikka Masala, Saag Paneer and more. Date: Saturday, September 24th.
Four Seats left for the Grilling on the New Deck - $50/seat Enjoy a cookout on Lonnie and Marie's new deck with an assortment of meats, homemade vegie burgers and grilled vegetables. Other sides included along with a lovely sangria. Date: Saturday, June 25th.
Two Seats (Families) left for the Pulled Pork Pool Party at the Houck's - $15/person or $30/family This year with our new two-level deck and spa! Fun for kids and everyone. Big batch of pulled pork for sandwiches, coleslaw, soft drinks, chips, dessert. Date: Saturday, August 13th.
Nine Seats left for the Barefoot Brazilian dinner - $50/seat Didn't win the Houck auction for a gourmet Brazilian dinner and Olympic Games event? Then join Mary Davis and Leslie and Jim Kalinowski in the cheap seats to watch the opening of the Olympic Games and enjoy our version of a Brazilian dinner with libations. Date: Friday, August 5th. Time to be announced
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Coffee Volunteers
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Volunteers are needed for Coffee Hour. It is a gift of a time and joy we can all share. Anyone can sign up; the sheet is on the bulletin board just outside the kitchen, next to the 'Flowers' sign-up. Serving coffee is easy, and we will be glad to go through it with anyone interested. 
We would like to express a sincere "Thank You!" to the great folks who have volunteered to provide coffee after Sunday service.
Karen and Robb Fulkerson
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Ladies' Night Out
We return to the Saigon Restaurant the last Monday of June (27th) at 6:30 pm. We heartily welcome newcomers. If we have ten in attendance we have the option of the chef preparing the dinner with our approval of his suggestions. The other option is choosing your dinner from the menu. It's a fun evening where we get to learn more about each other as we eat tasty Vietnamese food. The cost is around $10.00. If you plan to attend, please phone Mary Davis at 212-0819 or Janet Plummber at 294-6364 before 5 p.m. ln June 26.
Men's Night Out Join us the 2nd Monday of the month -- June 13 -- at 6 p.m. at Villarosa, 6010 Landmark Center Blvd, Greensboro, near I-40 and Wendover. We also meet on the last Monday of each month at Applebee's on Battleground Avenue at 6 p.m.
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Styrofoam Collection
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UUCG Styrofoam Collection Program
We are looking for volunteers for the next several months to handle the emptying of bins and transport of the collected Styrofoam to Dart, Inc. in Randleman, NC. Usually it is taken every 5 to 6 weeks. If you can help your planet and community, or if you need more information, please contact Vance Archer
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Monday Night Dinner at Urban Ministry 
On the first Monday of each month, volunteers from our church and from Hinshaw United Methodist church serve a meal of chili, fruit salad, corn-bean salad and homemade cookies to an appreciative group of residents of the Greensboro Urban Ministry night shelter.
This project depends on the labor of volunteers and financial support from the church budget. Some of the volunteers make cookies and some help with preparing the meal.
If you would like to be part of the crew, contact Ken Knight at oldpeacenik@gmail.com.
TAKING IT T-UU THE STREETS (TTS) One of our church elders was talking with me recently as I was rearranging care bags in the lobby basket. He asked: "So is this thing really working?" or something to that effect. I told him, each month, our children & youth make 40 bags, and our congregation takes them all out into the community. The basket is usually empty within 2 weeks. It's a justice action project in which everyone can participate on many levels -- and it's been going on for over 3 years now. I hope that EVERYONE will know that TTS continues to support our needy, and that they will continue to support our congregation's need to help the needy. We are ever in need of supplies & funds. Our next care bag assembling will take place on Sunday, June 19. For more information, please contact Cindy Dillard (uucgre@att.net).
Share Half June Partner: Guilford Child Health and Triad Adult and Pediatric Medicine
 Peanut Butter Alert
Thanks to everyone at the Unitarian Universalist Church who contributed to the 71 pounds of peanut butter and nonperishable food collected last month for the Greensboro Food Bank. You are greatly appreciated!
--Becky Floyd
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Strategic Planning Update
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Have you heard of the "Enigma" machine? The German engineer Arthur Scherbius invented the Enigma machine at the end of World War I. The German military used the machine to encipher messages. As the chair of the Strategic Planning Committee, the process of coming up with a new vision and mission statement feels somewhat like deciphering the messages that we have heard from the congregation through the surveys and listening circles and condensing these messages into a couple of short sentences.
Our committee has collaboratively crafted this first draft of the mission and vision, but we all carry around our own cipher. Up to the point when this article was due, we could not all agree on just ONE version.
Therefore, I am asking all of you to take some time to think about this first draft of the vision and mission over the summer. If the timeline works out and we'll get an interim minister starting on August 1st, 2016, we'll present the new minister with this draft and he/she will have a chance to look at it with fresh eyes and see if our draft matches what he/she actually observes at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Greensboro.
Our next listening session will be in early fall. We appreciate your patience with us, and we hope you will continue to support our strategic planning work!
Draft of the vision: The Unitarian Universalist Church of Greensboro is a place of religious worship, spirituality, learning, and community service. Our church is inclusive, based on love, compassion, responsibility, shared power, and respect for all people, places, and things. We provide a safe place for families and individuals wanting a religion based on principles rather than creed, and discussion rather than dogma. We aspire to be an attractive, thought-provoking and adventurous place to worship, providing many opportunities for our members to participate in the church and local community. MISSION: Love +Learning = Service
For more information, contact Katja Brown (441-5252)
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Check out our Website
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Need a current UUCG directory? Interested in Board reports?
These and other important documents are posted on our UUCG website. You can also find our current bylaws, budget and other governance related documents.
To do this, go to the uugreensboro.org website and select the "For Members" tab at the upper right hand corner of the home page. From the "For Members" page, select "Access Member Documents" under the Member Documents heading. As you'll see, a password is required, which you can get by calling the church office. Once you access the "For Members" section, you'll find various documents arranged by folders. Within the folders there may be subsections, such as Board minutes and reports arranged by year and month. These documents are provided to members so they can be well-informed about how to contact other members and about church governance.
It is also possible to read past issues of the UU News by selecting the News and Events tab. This will bring up a list of four options, from which you select "Newsletters". On the page this brings up, is one sentence: You can access all newsletters here. Clicking on the "here" link will take you to past newsletters. If you have further questions about accessing member documents on the website, you are welcome to contact me at sharinfrancis@hotmail.com or 336-520-3866. Thank you, Sharin Francis Board Secretary
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Board of Trustees
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Highlights of the May 19, 2016 UUCG Board of Trustees Meeting - The Board approved official delegates to the UUA General Assembly in Columbus, Ohio, June 22-26. They will be Dawn Allen, Susan Hill, Karen Madrone and Steve Pearsall. Other attendees will include UUCG youth: Avery Courter, London Courter and Logan Hamilton.
- Karen Madrone, President, reminded that the Board reception for Staff will be held June 11. She also noted that incoming Board members will be invited to the June Board meeting.
- Betsy Lindsey, Interim Ministry Task Force Chair, reported that an offer would be made to Rev. Diane Dowgiert on May 20. If she accepted, the announcement was to be made at the May 22 Annual Meeting, with a bio and more details provided via email announcements, the newsletter and on the website.
- Following discussion, the Columbarium Policy was approved with recommended changes.
- Ken Knight, President of Piedmont Interfaith Conservation Burial Society (PICBUS,) spoke on behalf of PICBUS about a proposal that UUCG consider taking ownership of land, should it become available, to be used as a nature preserve for conservation burials. At a later date, the Board will vote on whether to consider the proposal. PICBUS was asked to provide more information about other churches that have such an arrangement.
- Susan Hill, Treasurer, reviewed the financial reports and reported a $4,000 shortfall. Efforts continue to eliminate deficit for the Memorial Garden.
The next Board meeting will be Thursday, June 15, at 7:00 p.m. and is open to all. Submitted by Sharin Francis
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Team and Committee Meetings and Ways to Help Out
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Members and friends of UUCG are invited to participate in Ministry Teams or in Governing Committees. Whether you have a particular talent or want to learn one, there is a place for you!
Some of the Teams and Committees have regular meetings. Others meet irregularly or virtually and accomplish their missions without regular meetings. The list below contains the meeting time and location of those teams and committees that meet regularly. Feel free to attend any of these meetings as they are all open.
Ministry Team Lead Meetings
All Ministry Team Leads meet with the Minister on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary to plan together for all church ministry programming. This is an open meeting.
Coordinating Council Meetings The Coordinating Council (both the Ministry Team Leads and all Committee Chairs) meet every other month (Feb, May, July, etc) on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM in the Sanctuary. The Council is co-chaired by Michelle Lee, VP and Rev. Ann Marie Alderman. We share regarding current and upcoming events. This is an open meeting. Board of Trustees Meetings The Board of Trustees meets on the 3rd Thursdays at 7 pm. Please check the calendar for each month's meeting date. This monthly meeting is where governance decisions are made. This is an open meeting.
Adult Faith Formation Team
Adult Faith Formation sessions begin on Sunday mornings from 9:30 - 10:30 am on September 13. Marie Houck is the team lead.
Communications Team
The Communications Team publishes the monthly newsletter and maintains the web site. We also administer our social media presence. We don't have regular meetings but there are several tasks that you could help with. Please contact Liz Gauger if you would like to join the Communications Team.
Fellowship Team Meetings
Everyone is invited to join this team that is always on the lookout to create opportunities for people to connect and have fun. Contact Kay Bishop for more information on the Fellowship Team. We sponsor the Wednesday night Potlucks and the Young Adult Gaming Group and many periodic fun fellowship events.
Healthy Congregation Committee Meetings
Membership Team
The Membership Team makes visitors welcome and invites all who are ready to be members into the full benefits of congregational life. Our team runs the visitor's table on Sunday mornings, contacts all the visitors who come to our church and organizes meetings and classes for new members. Take a look at our bulletin board in the foyer and get to know the new members. If you are interested in this vital ministry contact Nancy Henderson . We also sponsor the Chalice Circles, which are coordinated by Laura Graham.
Music Team Meetings
The Music Team meets after church on the Sunday before the Ministry Team/Coordinating Council meeting. This is typically the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the Month. Meetings are typically held in the Library.
Policy & Procedures Committee
Worship Team Meetings
Our Worship Team meets on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 3:30PM in the Minister's office. Please contact Barbara Hands if you are interested in helping the Worship Team as a Team Member, an Usher, Service Leader or Service Coordinator.
Youth Religious Education Team
For meeting times and dates see the calendar or contact Team Lead Heather Rushforth.
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AUUCG Covenant UUCG Covenant gust Birthdays
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Best Wishes to this month's honorees:
Jeff Adams, Matthew Bahr, Caroline Brown,
Joshua Brown, Katja Brown,
Roger Galloway, Jay Hultgren, Katie Klod,
Leo Mattocks, Pat Meller, Clint Morse,
Kai Namaste, Connor Nelson, Richard Parker,
Christopher Perez, Anna Beth Rushforth, Hudson Rushforth,
Marian Stewart, Paula Swonguer,
and Jonah Vaughan
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NovembAttendance
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May 8
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| May 15
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 Share Half donations for April: $418.50. The donations went to the Mustard Seed. |
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UUCG Covenant
| We, the members of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Greensboro, do covenant to:
- Promote a search for personal meaning, respecting individual truth in a community process of quest
- Speak and act with caring, courtesy and love thereby maintaining emotional, physical, and spiritual safety for all
- Support UUCG and denominational efforts with our resources
- Combat injustice while promoting equality
- Nurture our children on their spiritual journeys
- Hold ourselves to this covenant, especially during times of conflict and disagreement
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UUCG Officers
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Karen Madrone, President
Michelle Lee, Vice President
Susan Hill, Treasurer
Sharin Francis, Secretary
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Dawn Allen (2016)
Sue Beck (2016)
Katja Brown (2016)
Robert Gretton (2016)
Paul Namaste (2017)
Cindy Williams (2018)
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UUCG Staff
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 Reverend Ann Marie Alderman, MinisterRev. Ann Marie Alderman may be contacted by sending an e-mail to amalderman@uuma.org or on her mobile phone 704.770.8748. She is usually in her UUCG office on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons.  Julie Hamilton, Congregational AdministratorOffice Hours: Please call church office for appointments
 Mark Freundt, Director of MusicOffice Hours: Please call church office for appointments Office Phone: 336.856.0330, Cell: 336.908.1103 E-mail: uucgdirmu@bellsouth.net Cindy Dillard, Director of Youth Religious EducationOffice Hours: Please call church office for appointments Office Phone: 336.856.0330 Cell 614.975.0126 E-mail: uucgre@att.net
Walter McCorey, Sexton
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday (times vary based on needs).
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Ministry Team and Board Committee Contacts
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Ministry Teams--Reporting to the Minister
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| Adult Faith Formation Team (formerly Adult RE)
| Marie Houck
| Building and Grounds Team
| Ken Williams
| Care Team - practical needs
| Sara Bourquin
| Communications Team
| Liz and Jeff Gauger
| Denominational Affairs Team
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| Fellowship Team
| Kay Bishop and Stephanie McGovern
| Fundraising Team
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| Auction Sub-Team
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Lauren Houck, Robin Lewis
| Justice Action Team (formerly Social Action)
| Sue Cole, Sara Bourquin, Becky Floyd
| Environmental Stewardship Greensboro
| Vance Archer
| Food Drives and Food Donations
| Becky Floyd
| Standing on the Side of Love
| Tim Leisman
| Potter House Service
| Ken Knight
| Red Cross Blood Drive
| Tim Leisman
| Pastoral Care Team
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Joe Gecinger
| Membership Team
| Nancy Henderson
| Music Team
| Sue Sherwood
| Worship Team
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Youth Religious Education Team
| Jake Mattocks
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Committees and Task Forces
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Report to the Board of Trustees
| Accountability Committee
| Karen Madrone, Acting Chair | ACT
| Ann Dickinson | Archival Records Committee
| Sharin Francis
| Designated Gifts Task Force
| Ken Williams
| Finance Committee
| Lonnie Houck | Healthy Congregations Committee
| Marie Houck
| Human Resources Committee
| Jeff Gauger, Oversees
| | Policies and Procedures Committee | open | | Smoking Task Force | Katie Klod | | Strategic Planning Committee | Katja Brown |
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Congregational Standing Committees
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Report to the Congregation
| Committee on Leadership Development
| Marty Bergman | Committee on Endowment
| Ken Williams
| Coordinating Council
| Rev. Ann Marie, Michelle Lee
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