OUUC Weekly Update
May 28, 2024
Rev. Mary’s sabbatical starts on June 16. On that day, we will send her off with a box full of blessings, well wishes and love from our beloved community. The Sabbatical Committee will collect cards for Rev. Mary over the next 4 weeks. Please look for the colorful box and blank cards in the Commons (shown here). We have a selection of lovely cards or you can bring one of your choice and drop it in the box. All are invited to participate. If you have questions, ask a Sabbatical Committee member or email us.
For detailed information about Rev. Mary's sabbatical, a contact list, FAQ's and more, check out this site or the kiosk next to the commons side doors in the church.
Community Dinner: Color Party and Potluck!
Thursday, May 30, 5:30 pm
For this week's community dinner folks who want to are invited to bring a potluck dish on a color theme. We will set out a rainbow of food to enjoy!
It's also just fine to come and enjoy dinner and not bring a dish.
Volunteers are needed to help cook, set up, and clean up. If you can help please contact Rev. Sara.
Parent Group this week
Thursday, 30, 6:30-7:30 pm
in-person and online (contact Rev. Sara for Zoom link)
Join us for support and community each month on the 1st Thursday of the month. We focus on a different parenting topic each month.
June's topic is navigating the summer season with kids.
New UU Seekers Class
Saturday, June 1, 10am, in person only
This class is on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month. This week's topic is a Q&A with the minister. This class is for folks who want to know more about UU, about OUUC, or to become members. Folks are also welcome to join in for just one or two sessions they are interested in. Contact Rev. Sara for questions.
Registration Now Open for Kids Summer Camps:
OUUC Chalice Camp “Building a New Way” for ages 5-10 will be July 15th to 19th.
Our Whole Lives (OWL) Camp for Ages 5-7, July 8th to 12th, 9am-noon each day.
OWL is a developmentally appropriate and much praised sexuality education program.
Camp is open to all, with a pay what you can sliding scale, feel free to spread the word!
Your Life, Your Story: Memoir Writing class (auction fundraiser event with space left)
Have you ever wanted to write your memoir or leave a legacy for your loved ones? This is your chance! This six-week class was offered during the OUUC auction and three spaces are still available. The class includes activities and resources to help you write, share and preserve your life stories. Each week you’ll receive prompting questions to write two-pages at home on a rich theme of your life history – themes such as family, work, spirituality and forks in the road that changed your life direction. You’ll bring your writing to class the following week to share with fellow storytellers. Sharing life stories is an ideal way to find new meaning in life and put past events into perspective. No writing experience is necessary, just an openness to appreciate and share the unique life that is yours.
Register here. Sign up with family members, friends, or with OUUC folks you’d like to know better. Share the learning and the joy of personal development.
OUUC member Pam Toal is a certified Guided Autobiography instructor.
Class dates: September 10,17, 24 & October 1, 8, 15, 10 am – Noon, in person at OUUC
Class fee: $125 (proceeds to OUUC)
OlyWA Pride
OUUC is going to have a booth for Pride and to march in the Pride Parade this year. Rev Sara is organizing this effort, but needs help. Please sign up here.
Seeking Facilitators for Soul Matters Groups next church year
Would you be interested in leading a Soul Matters group next year? These are small groups that explore the theme of the month, meeting once a month (schedule to be set by facilitators). Facilitators can work solo or with a co-faciliatator. Experience with Soul Matters is good but not required. Contact Rev. Sara if you are interested in leading a group!
General Assembly of the Unitarian Universalist Association is ALL Virtual this year, June 20th to 23rd. General Assembly is many things: powerful worship, opportunities to learn together in workshops, and business meetings where delegates vote on important decisions for our association. General Assembly: The Unitarian Universalist Association's Annual Meeting.
Save the Date! OUUC All Church Picnic
Sunday, September 8, 12-2 pm
Mark your calendars now for our fun annual picnic. This year at a more accessible location! Squaxin Park, Rose Garden Shelter
Farm Tour of GRuB
Sunday, June 9, 1 pm
Garden Raised Bounty (GRuB) has begun conversations with the Faith in Action team about possible collaborative projects. The first phase of the collaboration is getting to know each other’s mission better.
Join us just down the road at GRuB (2016 Elliott Ave NW) to learn about their important work increasing food access and opportunities in our community.
We'll experience a GRuB-style check-in, then walk the 3-acre farm to learn about GRuB programs with young adults, Veterans, tribes, and more! We'll close with an opportunity to discuss potential collaboration for the future. Wear clothes suitable to walk the farm (closed toe shoes, sun or rain protection) and to be outside for an hour. Parking is on Bing Court, or you can walk or carpool from the church. All ages are welcome. Please RSVP to Gail Wrede.
Sunday, June 2, 2024
The family and friends of Ken Yeo will be welcomed for a Celebration of Life service at 2:30 PM, both onsite in the OUUC Sanctuary and on Zoom (link below). A reception will follow for those onsite.
Please check this site for updates – we’ll post the Order of Service before, and a link to the YouTube video after, the service.
Meeting ID: 812 9967 5858
Passcode: 046136
Friday, June 7, 2024
The family and friends of Phyllis Clausen will be welcomed for a Celebration of Life service at 2:00 PM, both onsite in the OUUC Sanctuary and on Zoom (link below).
A reception will follow for those onsite.
Please check this site for updates – we’ll post the Order of Service before, and a link to the YouTube video after, the service.
Meeting ID: 812 4239 0585
Passcode: 002977
