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Leaving the Echo Chamber
October 27, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Online and in-person Rev. Dr. Matthew Johnson
Volunteers for Sunday, October 27
Ushers: We Need 2 Volunteers
Greeters: We Need 2 Volunteers
Guest Table: We Need 2 Volunteers
Coffee Hosts: We Need 2 Volunteers
Contact Rev. Joyce to sign up at assistminister@uurockford.org
Happy Birthday to: Dorota B Smith (Oct 22), Finn Davis (Oct 22), Jennifer Riley (Oct 22), Francie Barnes (Oct 24), Cooper Kruchten (Oct 25), Diana Creer-Berti (Oct 26), Wendy Bennett (Oct 26), Wendy Singery (Oct 26), Linda Lawrence (Oct 28), & Paula Christensen (Oct 28)!
Tom Hunter died on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Please keep Carole in your thoughts and prayers. The memorial service will be on Saturday, October 26th at 2:00 p.m.
Office Manager Autumn Powell will be out of the office from Monday, October 28 – November 4. Kairos submissions for the October 29th Kairos are due this Friday, October 25.
Joy in 2024 Party, Potluck, Auction Save the Date – Nov. 2 at 4:30
On- Line Bidding Opens Today
One Week Only – Tuesday 10/22 through Tuesday 10/29
Bidding will be open for Online bids.
Know that these are not final bids, as the same items will re-open at the event.
Terrific List of Auction Listings
One of the Best we’ve had
Many dinners and events
Many weekend getaways. Chicago, Milwaukee, Lakes, Florida
You may need to register yourself to gain access. When you register, you will get an Access code. You will need this to actively use the web-site on a phone, or tablet.
Can’t make it Nov. 2? Want someone to act as your “Proxy Bidder”? email lewissk@aol.com
Be green this Halloween with Nettle Compost! Drop off your pumpkin or stay to smash it and add it to the compost. Have some treats and learn more about composting with them and their big plans for the land. This free event will be held on Sunday , Nov. 3 from 1-3pm at 730 Lincoln Park Blvd, Rockford IL. Please RSVP here!
Getting to Know UU Sessions
Join us for our welcome program designed to provide newcomers with the opportunity to learn about the congregation and how to get connected. We hope you will find this community to be a religious home.
There are 4 sessions, the first is a series of videos and the other three are in person on Sundays in the Sanctuary from 11:15 – 11:45. You can complete the sessions at any time. Sessions will repeat monthly.
*Watch 4 Introduction Videos Prior to In-Person Sessions* October 27th Living Our Values-Lindsay & Gloria
November 3rd Our Story –Rev. Matthew
Hope to see you!
Video session takes about 30 minutes to complete.
I admit, I’m an NPR junkie. If you have your preset on 89.5 and listen to
“Morning Edition” and “All Things Considered,” you’re probably already donating to this
station. But your dollars can go even farther if you donate to them through this church.
One hundred percent of the dollars donated specifically to WNIJ on our website will go
to WNIJ over time as we fund spot announcements of our Rockford congregation. It’s
still a donation for IRS purposes, but to the church, and it supports our “addiction,” as
well.
Submitted by Teresa Wilmot
Free COVID Tests Each household is eligible to request four tests at COVIDTests.gov that will be shipped directly to their residence. Public health officials confirmed that these tests are capable of detecting the latest coronavirus variants circulating and causing infections.
Wesley Willows Group
The Wesley Willows group will meet the following days and times this coming year in the reflection room at the Town Center.
November 18th, Monday, at 3 pm
Jan. 22nd, Wednesday, at 9 am
April 24, Thursday, at 10 am
The Zanzen Meditation group is meeting in the church library every Saturday from 8:00 am to about 10:00 am for silent meditation and friendly discussion. We would like to invite all who are interested to check us out. There is no need to sign up or commit to anything. If you show up and behave we will probably be delighted to have you join us.
Our UU Library has added this book to our collection: In Search of Our Mothers’ Gardens by Alice Walker
List of resources that may be helpful to you or someone you know.
VICTIM/SURVIVOR SERVICES
Family Peace Center – 1-779-348-7600
Remedies Renewing Lives – 24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline – 1-815-962-6102
OLDER ADULT SERVICES
Catholic Charities Long Term Care Ombudsman Program – 1-815-316-0040 or 1-800-369-0895
Mercyhealth at Home/Older Adult Services – 1-815-971-3502
Lifescape Community Services – 1-815-963-1609 or 1-800-779-1189
SERVICES/ADVOCACY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
Center for Sight and Hearing – 1-815-332-6800 P
RAMP – 1-815-968-7467
The ARC – 1-815-965-3455
Join us for an unforgettable night at The LIAM Foundation’s Gayla Fundraiser on November 9th! 🎉 Secure your spot with early bird pricing of just $80 per ticket (limited time only)!
Get your tickets before prices go up! Support our mission to uplift and empower the LGBTQ+ community in Rockford.
Our Vision: A loving congregation that connects with ourselves, one another, and the larger community.
Our Mission: We care for ourselves, each other, and our neighbors while taking risks acting for justice. We are continuously building an inclusive, empowered, anti-oppressive, anti-racist, multicultural congregation. Our connections foster radical love for ourselves and others.
The Board of Trustees:
President: Matt Menze
Clerk: Kim Lowman Vollmer
Vice-President: Wendy Bennett
Treasurer: Bob Spelman Trustees: Clark Logemann, Rebecca Beneditz, Neita Webster
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