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How does hope come into our lives? On Easter Sunday, we explore the renewal of dawn – and the second dawn.
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March 31, 2024(2 events)
10:00 am: Listen to the Morning10:00 am: Listen to the Morning – In-person & Live-stream. How does hope come into our lives? On Easter Sunday, we explore the renewal of dawn – and the second dawn. UCWC 11:15 am: CRJ Committee: Prison Healthcare Talk11:15 am: CRJ Committee: Prison Healthcare Talk – From the UCWC Criminal Justice team:
One of the many issues which effects those incarcerated in PA's state prisons is the impact of severely substandard health care. To learn more about this you can meet with Robin Garrett after this Sunday's service in the Meditation Room off the foyer where she will be sharing information on this.
Please also check out this LINK for more information.
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April 1, 2024(2 events)
5:00 pm: Racial Justice Ministry5:00 pm: Racial Justice Ministry – Contact Sandra Schaal. All are invited to attend. Email: Black Lives Matter 7:00 pm: Executive Committee7:00 pm: Executive Committee – |
April 2, 2024(1 event)
7:00 pm: Men's Group - In Person7:00 pm: Men's Group - In Person – Contact email: mens-group.
The UCWC Men’s Group will meet in-person on Tuesday, April 2, at 7 pm, in the sanctuary (no zoom this time!). Bob will lead a discussion on “Christian Nationalism”. All men are welcome. If you are interested in participating but are not yet on the email distribution list, please reach out to Mark and Dirk at mens-group@ucwc.org. UCWC |
April 3, 2024(2 events)
7:00 pm: Explorations - Zoom7:00 pm: Explorations - Zoom – Explorations – A Program for Beginning and Deepening Our UU Journeys
Click HERE for the Zoom link. Zoom 7:00 pm: SGM Leaders7:00 pm: SGM Leaders – |
April 4, 2024(1 event)
7:30 pm: Choir Rehearsal7:30 pm: Choir Rehearsal – In the sanctuary and Zoom. UCWC |
April 5, 2024(1 event)
Game NightGame NightApril 5, 2024 Join us for fun and fellowship. BYOG (Bring Your Own Games) and enjoy a fun evening with friends and family. UCWC |
April 6, 2024(1 event)
2:00 pm: Memorial Service & Setup2:00 pm: Memorial Service & Setup – Sanctuary/lobby/social room. Setup begins at 2pm, service begins at 3pm UCWC |
April 7, 2024(2 events)
10:00 am: Sunday Service: The More Things Change10:00 am: Sunday Service: The More Things Change – In-person & Live-stream. Unitarian Universalism has always adapted and changed with new insights and a changing world. In this service, we will explore the value of transformation as part of our free faith. This will be Jason Schafer-Valerius’s last Sunday with us as Pianist. Please join us for a reception after the service to thank Jason for his many gifts over the past ten years. UCWC 11:15 am: UUTheVote: Voter Intimidation11:15 am: UUTheVote: Voter Intimidation – Rosanne Bennett, UUtheVote leader will give a short presentation on voter intimidation after the service for those in the congregation who will be registering voters as well as people who plan to work the polls.
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April 8, 2024(1 event)
2:00 pm: Small Group Ministry 2nd Mon (Zoom)2:00 pm: Small Group Ministry 2nd Mon (Zoom) – Small Group Ministry is a way to gather with other Unitarian Universalists twice a month for community, conversation, and connection. Each session is organized around a theme and includes a chalice lighting, readings, and questions to spark discussion. Groups are led by trained facilitators. If you are interested in joining a group, please write to email: SGM. |
April 9, 2024(2 events)
2:00 pm: Small Group Ministry 2nd Tue (Zoom)2:00 pm: Small Group Ministry 2nd Tue (Zoom) – Small Group Ministry is a way to gather with other Unitarian Universalists twice a month for community, conversation, and connection. Each session is organized around a theme and includes a chalice lighting, readings, and questions to spark discussion. Groups are led by trained facilitators. If you are interested in joining a group, please write to email: SGM. 7:00 pm: Council Meeting7:00 pm: Council Meeting – |
April 10, 2024(1 event)
7:00 pm: Small Group Ministry 2nd Wed (Zoom)7:00 pm: Small Group Ministry 2nd Wed (Zoom) Small Group Ministry is a way to gather with other Unitarian Universalists twice a month for community, conversation, and connection. Each session is organized around a theme and includes a chalice lighting, readings, and questions to spark discussion. Groups are led by trained facilitators. If you are interested in joining a group, please write to email: SGM. UCWC |
April 11, 2024(2 events)
7:00 pm: Small Group Ministry 2nd Thu (Zoom)7:00 pm: Small Group Ministry 2nd Thu (Zoom) Small Group Ministry is a way to gather with other Unitarian Universalists twice a month for community, conversation, and connection. Each session is organized around a theme and includes a chalice lighting, readings, and questions to spark discussion. Groups are led by trained facilitators. If you are interested in joining a group, please write to email: SGM. UCWC 7:30 pm: Choir Rehearsal7:30 pm: Choir Rehearsal – In the sanctuary and Zoom. UCWC |
April 12, 2024(1 event)
7:30 pm: Folk Singing7:30 pm: Folk Singing – We meet at the home of Linda and Steve Sander, 433 Crosslands Drive off route 926 just before the intersection with route 52. All vaccinated adults are welcome. No singing talent or experience is necessary, just a desire to have fun. Capable musicians should bring their instruments. Bring a munchie if you wish. Maps are in the foyer. Contact Steve at email: folk‑singing with questions or driving instructions. COVID Procedures. Please do one of the following:
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April 13, 2024
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April 14, 2024(2 events)
10:00 am: Sunday Service: Not Just Another Woman Behind the Scenes10:00 am: Sunday Service: Not Just Another Woman Behind the Scenes – Not Just Another Woman Behind the Scenes: The Helpmeet Lessons of Anna Murray Douglasstonya thames-taylor.
In-person & Live-stream. The illiteracy of abolitionist Anna Murray Douglass is weaponized against her. She proved to be a savvy small business owner and was instrumental in sustaining the career of social reformer Frederick Douglass, her husband of 44 years. How do we tell the story of the unsung and not tell a hero’s narrative? What can such a life tell us about fostering space when resources are limited, obstacles are formidable, and the end result does not include fanfare or understanding of one’s work? In April 2022, Dr. tonya thames taylor, an Associate Professor of American History, was recognized as one of West Chester University's 150 Most Influential Women. At WCU, she is the founding director of the African American Studies program, interim director of Rustin Urban Community Change AxiS (RUCCAS), and a member of the Frederick Douglass Institute (FDI)'s Executive Board. She serves on several boards including People's Hall and Kennett Underground Railroad Center (KURC). She is member of Fallowfield Friends Meeting (Quakers) in Coatesville. UCWC 7:00 pm: Diversity Book Group7:00 pm: Diversity Book Group – Click here for web page.
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April 15, 2024(2 events)
5:00 pm: Racial Justice Ministry5:00 pm: Racial Justice Ministry – Contact Sandra Schaal. All are invited to attend. Email: Black Lives Matter 7:00 pm: Racial Justice Ministry Book Discussion - Zoom7:00 pm: Racial Justice Ministry Book Discussion - Zoom – 7pm - Contact Pam Sapko Zoom |
April 16, 2024(1 event)
6:30 pm: UCWC Board Meeting6:30 pm: UCWC Board Meeting UCWC |
April 17, 2024(2 events)
7:00 pm: Explorations - Zoom7:00 pm: Explorations - Zoom – Explorations – A Program for Beginning and Deepening Our UU Journeys
Click HERE for the Zoom link. Zoom 7:30 pm: UUJusticePA Reproductive Justice Team7:30 pm: UUJusticePA Reproductive Justice Team – UUJusticePA Reproductive Justice meetings are via Zoom on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7:30. Contact Susan Batchelor. Email: reproductive-justice for more information. Zoom |
April 18, 2024(2 events)
6:00 pm: Chime Choir Rehearsal6:00 pm: Chime Choir Rehearsal – The Chimes Choir will play while the Intergen choir sings with us on May 5 on Music Sunday. I am in the process of arranging the music. The piece is "Let there be peace on earth." On May 5 we will practice prior to the service sometime between 9 and 9:30. Other groups need to practice so we will wait to hear when our exact call time is that day.
We will practice this Thursday April 18 from 6:00-7:15.
Then we have a week off.
We will practice Thursday May 2 from 6:15-7:45. Spirit singers will join us at 7:30 so we can practice with them for 15 minutes. We will probably have a break from 7:20-7:30 when the choir is arriving. We should be able to leave the tables up and chimes out after this practice.
We will practice prior to the service on May 5 at a time to be determined.
Please confirm your availability in the next couple of days. If you are a first time chimer-no worries. We love new members and will show you how to do it!
One tricky thing about chime choir is that we need all the people present (or subs) in order to practice effectively. It is particularly important to be present at our rehearsal Thurs May 2 when we put it together with the singers.
Debbie Sisco has offered to be the assistant director for the chimes choir. She may reach out to you for follow up. if you want to arrive early to help set the tables, stands, binders and chimes on a Thursday eve you can contact her. Her email is dsisco17@gmail.com and her cell is 610-316-8094.
UCWC 7:30 pm: Choir Rehearsal7:30 pm: Choir Rehearsal – In the sanctuary and Zoom. UCWC |
April 19, 2024
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April 20, 2024(1 event)
12:00 pm: Earth Day Celebration12:00 pm: Earth Day Celebration – Details TBA UCWC |
April 21, 2024(4 events)
Share the PlateShare the PlateApril 21, 2024 Nov 19 - Baby Food Fund Dec 17 - Maternal and Child Health Consortium Jan 21 - Melton Center Feb 18 - West Chester University Resource Pantry Mar 17 - Educational Equity Alliance Apr 21 - Community Youth and Women’s Association May 19 - Citizen Advocacy of Chester County Jun 16 - West Chester Food Cupboard Jul 21 - LCH Health and Community Services Aug 18 - Volunteer English Program Sep 15 - Friends Association for Care and Protection of Children Oct 20 - Act in Faith UCWC 10:00 am: Sunday Service: Making Waves10:00 am: Sunday Service: Making Waves – In-person & Live-stream. From the Brandywine to the Atlantic, water sustains and connects us with the mountains, the skies, the soil, and the oceans. In this all-ages Earth Day service, we honor the waters of the world. This service will be followed by a congregational Town Hall on proposed changes to Article II of the Unitarian Universalist Association bylaws. Please plan to attend. UCWC 11:00 am: Youth Ensemble Rehearsal11:00 am: Youth Ensemble Rehearsal – UCWC 11:30 am: Town Hall - Article II11:30 am: Town Hall - Article II – 11:30am-2:30pm Town Hall (Article II) in the Sanctuary Please contact Ed Cohle for more information. UCWC |
April 22, 2024(1 event)
2:00 pm: Small Group Ministry 4th Mon (Zoom)2:00 pm: Small Group Ministry 4th Mon (Zoom) – Small Group Ministry is a way to gather with other Unitarian Universalists twice a month for community, conversation, and connection. Each session is organized around a theme and includes a chalice lighting, readings, and questions to spark discussion. Groups are led by trained facilitators. If you are interested in joining a group, please write to email: SGM. |
April 23, 2024(2 events)
2:00 pm: Small Group Ministry 4th Tue (Zoom)2:00 pm: Small Group Ministry 4th Tue (Zoom) – Small Group Ministry is a way to gather with other Unitarian Universalists twice a month for community, conversation, and connection. Each session is organized around a theme and includes a chalice lighting, readings, and questions to spark discussion. Groups are led by trained facilitators. If you are interested in joining a group, please write to email: SGM. 6:00 pm: Passover Seder and Potluck6:00 pm: Passover Seder and Potluck – Passover Seder: Tuesday, April 23 at 6pm Passover is the Jewish remembrance of the exodus from Egypt and a time to celebrate freedom and bring our attention to justice and liberation for all peoples. We will celebrate Passover with an intergenerational Seder on Tuesday, April 23, at 6 pm in the sanctuary. Our Seder will be followed by a potluck — please come and enjoy. All ages are welcome, and you do not need to have any experience with a Passover Seder to enjoy this one! Please RSVP and sign up to help set up, bring food (Kosher for Passover is ideal), or clean up – sign up online by clicking here, or write to Lauren Kelly (fun@ucwc.org). UCWC |
April 24, 2024(1 event)
7:00 pm: Small Group Ministry 4th Wed (Zoom)7:00 pm: Small Group Ministry 4th Wed (Zoom) UCWC |
April 25, 2024(2 events)
7:00 pm: Small Group Ministry 4th Thu (Zoom)7:00 pm: Small Group Ministry 4th Thu (Zoom) – Small Group Ministry is a way to gather with other Unitarian Universalists twice a month for community, conversation, and connection. Each session is organized around a theme and includes a chalice lighting, readings, and questions to spark discussion. Groups are led by trained facilitators. If you are interested in joining a group, please write to email: SGM. 7:30 pm: Choir Rehearsal7:30 pm: Choir Rehearsal – In the sanctuary and Zoom. UCWC |
April 26, 2024
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April 27, 2024
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April 28, 2024(3 events)
10:00 am: Sunday Service: Love and Justice10:00 am: Sunday Service: Love and Justice – In-person & Live-stream. Justice has long been a key value for Unitarian Universalists, and our congregation in particular. How is our justice work rooted in love, and how does it help us to create community? UCWC 11:00 am: Youth Ensemble Rehearsal11:00 am: Youth Ensemble Rehearsal – UCWC 11:15 am: Stewardship Celebration11:15 am: Stewardship Celebration – UCWC |
April 29, 2024
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April 30, 2024(1 event)
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May 1, 2024(2 events)
7:00 pm: Explorations - Zoom7:00 pm: Explorations - Zoom – Explorations – A Program for Beginning and Deepening Our UU Journeys
Click HERE for the Zoom link. Zoom 7:00 pm: SGM Leaders7:00 pm: SGM Leaders – |
May 2, 2024(2 events)
6:15 pm: Chime Choir Rehearsal6:15 pm: Chime Choir Rehearsal – The Chimes Choir will play while the Intergen choir sings with us on May 5 on Music Sunday. I am in the process of arranging the music. The piece is "Let there be peace on earth." On May 5 we will practice prior to the service sometime between 9 and 9:30. Other groups need to practice so we will wait to hear when our exact call time is that day.
We will practice this Thursday April 18 from 6:00-7:15.
Then we have a week off.
We will practice Thursday May 2 from 6:15-7:45. Spirit singers will join us at 7:30 so we can practice with them for 15 minutes. We will probably have a break from 7:20-7:30 when the choir is arriving. We should be able to leave the tables up and chimes out after this practice.
We will practice prior to the service on May 5 at a time to be determined.
Please confirm your availability in the next couple of days. If you are a first time chimer-no worries. We love new members and will show you how to do it!
One tricky thing about chime choir is that we need all the people present (or subs) in order to practice effectively. It is particularly important to be present at our rehearsal Thurs May 2 when we put it together with the singers.
Debbie Sisco has offered to be the assistant director for the chimes choir. She may reach out to you for follow up. if you want to arrive early to help set the tables, stands, binders and chimes on a Thursday eve you can contact her. Her email is dsisco17@gmail.com and her cell is 610-316-8094.
UCWC 7:30 pm: Choir Rehearsal7:30 pm: Choir Rehearsal – In the sanctuary and Zoom. UCWC |
May 3, 2024
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May 4, 2024
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