OUUC Weekly Update 7-12-22
News from the Olympia Unitarian Universalist Congregation
Worship Service July 17 at 10:30 am - online and in-person (NOTE TIME CHANGE)
Due to the high COVID rate, sanctuary seating will be limited. Additional seating will be available in the classrooms. We encourage you to join online.
“A Story of Forgiveness” - Janeane Weprin, Lay Leader, Saltwater UU Church
NEW ZOOM LINK FOR THIS WEEK:
http://saltwaterchurch.org/calendar/zoom-room/
Dial 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 736 142 4210
See recordings of online services here.
Volunteer Appreciation!
Please add your thank you notes and appreciation for all the wonderful volunteers who have contributed to this last congregational program year. You can add your notes of appreciation to a Jamboard here.
Or, if you prefer just email your note of appreciation to Rev Sara and she will add it to the final display.
Tech & Communications Specialist Needed
OUUC is accepting applications for a half-time Tech & Communications Coordinator. You can find the job description here.
Please share this information widely and invite anyone who might be interested to apply. We found Jo through an OUUC congregant, so we know word of mouth is the best recruiter.
Thank you, Jo, for helping us define and develop OUUC’s virtual ministry! And thank you all for spreading the word about this position.
Volunteers Needed
Family and friends will gather on Sunday, July 31, at 2:00 pm, at OUUC to celebrate the life of Joan Forst. The Rev. Carol McKinley will conduct the service, assisted by the Rev. Sara Lewis. Due to Covid numbers, the service will be held out of doors. Many hands will be needed! Tasks include setting up and taking down tables and chairs, providing reception cookies and flowers to grace tables, making and serving punch, and more. If you are able to volunteer, please contact Emily Ray.
Quick Notes
Church Office Hours: Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
July Worship Collaborative - See the worship schedule and read more.... In July, services will begin at 10:30 am instead of 10:00 am. The Zoom link will be different each week, so be sure to check the announcements for the link. There will be no coffee service or childcare to give volunteers a break. We also encourage people to have their own watch party to gather with others to watch the service together.
Coming Up:
- Community Ritual of Remembrance -Saturday, August 13 from 1:00-3:00 pm, outside at OUUC. Plan to join together in community to remember the people, pets, and even places we have lost to all causes during these challenging past few years. We'll gather outside to be together, remember together, mourn together. Bring your remembrances and your open heart.
Save the Date: OUUC Volunteer Appreciation Party July 30, 1:00-3:00 pm, LBA Park.
Safety Reminder: Please lock and remove valuables from your vehicles.
COVID Phase: High. Please see our Phased Reopening Plan for information.
Help Bring the Fun to the OUUC Summer Picnic! August 27, 2:00 -7:30 pm. Do you do a fun craft? Birdwatch? Like to lead games? If you’d be willing to lead or organize an activity for the summer picnic, please contact Sara Lewis or Karmel Shields.
In the Larger Community
Learn more about the following events and others here.
Interfaith Works and Meaningful Movies Project (Olympia Chapter) are proud to present: "Mission Joy: finding happiness in troubled times" Wednesday, July 20 at 6:30 pm.
From UU the Vote: Phonebank to our People: July 13, 11:00 - 11:30 am – online.
Organizing takes relationships & conversations -- join us to talk with our people!
Cascadia Chalice Lighters 2022 Fall Call - The Fall 2022 Cascadia Chalice Lighters Call is devoted to replenishing the Hewett/Hopper/Raible Ministerial Support Fund.
Read more....
About Us
Sara Lewis, Director of Community and Faith Development
Darlene Sarkela, Congregational Administrator
Marie Arensmeyer, Facilities Manager
Anissa Bentlemsani, Religious Education Assistant
Office Hours
Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Email: liberalfaith@ouuc.org
Website: http://ouuc.org
Location: 2315 Division Street Northwest, Olympia, WA, United States
Phone: 360-634-2005
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OlympiaUUC/
Twitter: @OlyUUC