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UUCDC Volunteer Workday
/in Religious EducationJoin the Building and Grounds Committees and UUCDC volunteers for a workday on the church grounds on Saturday, April 6 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We need skilled folks for carpentry, plumbing and gardening. But we also have plenty of jobs for folks who are not DIY-ers! Lunch and snacks will be served.
Y is for You
/in Religious EducationYOU are a UU theologian! Our 4th principle affirms the free and responsible search for truth and meaning that each of us undertakes. We have no single holy text, required catechism, or spiritual practice. Each of us is our own theologian–our own expert on truth and meaning. Together, we can share our ideas, learn from… Continue Reading Y is for You
Friday: Book Club Meeting
/in NewsOn Friday, March 22 at 1 p.m., the Book Club will discuss When it Was Our War by Stella Suberman. Read the book and join the discussion in the Youth Room or the McClellan Room. Contact Bryan Boosz for more information. The UUCDC Book Club has been active for almost 25 years. Each month, club members agree to… Continue Reading Friday: Book Club Meeting
Sunday: Newcomer Group
/in NewsA member of our Newcomer Team will be available in the Youth Room on Sunday, March 24 from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. to greet folks who want to learn more about membership at UUCDC.
Sun Song
/in Weekly Musical InspirationTrvstfall knows that things are going to get better. It’s just a matter of time. Come what may, the sun is gonna shine after the rain. You can hear this promise for the future in “Sun Song.” (https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=7tmIyX5h0_4)
Fund Drive Parties
/in NewsWhat’s so special about the week of April 7-14? It’s party time! This year’s Annual Fund Drive Team invites you to sign up for a Funding the Future party. These parties will provide an opportunity to socialize and hear Rev. Ed discuss how you can help fund UUCDC’s future. Visit us in Fellowship Hall during… Continue Reading Fund Drive Parties
RE Supply Request
/in Religious EducationWe frequently use magazines in RE for collages and other projects. We are looking to refresh our magazine supply. Specifically, we need magazines with colorful photos that have content that is generally appropriate for all ages. We also like to have a diverse selection of titles. All kids magazines as well as most home and… Continue Reading RE Supply Request
Interfaith Book Trail
/in Religious EducationThe 2024 Interfaith Book Trail for elementary school children in southern Delaware County will begin on Sunday, April 7 at Reformation Lutheran Church across the street from UUCDC. The Interfaith Book Trail is a collaborative event with the Interfaith Council of Southern Delaware County and Interfaith Philadelphia. Sessions will include a book/story from the religious tradition of… Continue Reading Interfaith Book Trail
X is for Xtra?
/in Religious EducationOkay. So there is not really an X word that works for our Theology tidbits. But, here are some extra fun facts about Unitarian Universalism: The largest UU congregation is Church of the Larger Fellowship, an online congregation, with 3,092 members. The largest “brick and mortar” congregation is All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma,… Continue Reading X is for Xtra?
Saturday: Tai Chi Practice
/in NewsJoin instructor K.L. Chan in a Tai Chi Class on Saturday, March 16 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. The class will focus on basic tai chi movements with a goal of promoting health and relaxation. Feel free to email the instructor for more information.
Saturday: Starting Point Class
/in NewsStarting Point is a unique program designed to provide newcomers and long-timers with the opportunity to experience Unitarian Universalism rather than just hearing about it. The second of two sessions of the Starting Point class will be meeting this Saturday, March 16 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. in the Chapel.
Ooh Child
/in Weekly Musical InspirationThe Five Stairsteps had a hit over fifty years ago, a song of promise and hope, where someday we’ll walk in the rays of a beautiful sun. This is Beth Orton’s cover of Ooh Child. (https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_1yC5J50Ao)
General Assembly is Coming
/in NewsThis year’s Unitarian Universalist Association General Assembly, June 20-23, will be an online event where you can worship, witness, learn, and connect. Enjoy workshops, lectures, and worship services. Join the virtual choir. Visit the UUA site to learn more about General Assembly. You can also contact Marylin Huff or use this form if you’re interested… Continue Reading General Assembly is Coming
Support NAACP Scholarship Winners
/in NewsWe are seeking volunteers to reach out as sponsors of scholarship recipients. As sponsors, you would connect with the recipient over the course of their four years in college by making calls and sending cards and care packages throughout the year. If possible, you would attend the NAACP Awards dinner on Friday, April 12, along… Continue Reading Support NAACP Scholarship Winners
Volunteer Workday
/in NewsDo you have carpentry, plumbing, gardening or other do-it-yourself skills? Are you energetic, good at organizing, painting and/or cleaning up? The Building and Grounds Committees are seeking volunteers for a workday on Saturday, April 6, from 9 am to 1 pm. Lunch and snacks will be served.
How to Understand, Identify, and Stop Microaggressions
/in NewsThe First Unitarian Universalist Church of Berks County is hosting a workshop entitled: Exploring Subtle Acts of Exclusion; How to Understand, Identify, and Stop Microaggressions, on Sunday April 21, from 12:15 to 3:15. Child care will be provided. For more information and to register by 4/19/24, contact Pat Uribe-Lichty at paturli50@gmail.com. Location: 416 Franklin Street,… Continue Reading How to Understand, Identify, and Stop Microaggressions
Safety First
/in NewsDid you know that UUCDC has a Safety Team? The Safety Team assesses policies, procedures, and readiness in four main areas: Fire Preparedness and Response, Building Security, Medical and Mental Health Emergencies, and Suspicious Persons or Armed Intruder Situations. The focus is on planning and prevention, with a goal of creating a safety culture responsive… Continue Reading Safety First
Open Door Abuse Awareness Program
/in Share the PlateThe Share the Plate recipient for March is ODAAP (Open Door Abuse Awareness Program), a violence prevention program for youth. They partner with schools and communities to teach teens about safe dating and violence prevention to break the cycle of domestic abuse. They run intensive summer programs for HS football teams to build character and… Continue Reading Open Door Abuse Awareness Program
Credos Workshop
/in Religious EducationThis week, two groups in our church are thinking deeply about personal beliefs. A group of adults started the Building Your Own Theology Class led by Lisa Jacobs. They will spend the next 10 weeks exploring their beliefs and writing a personal credo, or belief, statement. They began with some definitions and covenenting and in… Continue Reading Credos Workshop
Campout at Ridley Creek State Park
/in Religious EducationCome together for a Spring campout at Ridley Creek State Park on Saturday, April 27. Group Campsite A, Loop 13 All ages welcome. Only 50 campers are allowed on the site. First come first served. BYO gear, food, drink, and firewood Visit this google sheet for sign up, directions and more information.