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Caregiving Starts From Within: Self-care for Those who Care for Others
February 1, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Online and in-person
Rev. Joyce Palmer & Dr. Teresa Barnes
Burn out is real! This message is for those who hold the reality and pain for others while needing this same holding. Dr. Teresa Barnes will talk about the importance of self-care for those who minister and attend to others’ needs while sharing simple strategies on how to do this by addressing the needs of the mind, body, and soul.
Teresa Barnes, PhD, LCSW, is a holistic psychotherapist, speaker, and bestselling author.
Dr. Barnes’ career in mental health spans almost 30 years, working in social service agencies, hospitals, schools, and private practice. Dr. Barnes is passionate about “healing for the healers” and has built her brand around promoting mental wellness for healers who are also mothers. Because her mission was birthed from lived experience, Dr. Barnes incorporates the message of “mothering your own mind” as her platform for speaking engagements, consultations, and training centered around self-care for providers.
We will Share the Plate with Midwest Reproductive Health Care We are a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that supports the Midwest region, including Northwestern IL , Iowa, and Wisconsin. We believe that everyone deserves the right to exercise their full bodily autonomy, and that comprehensive reproductive healthcare is a human right that should be accessible to all. We work through grant making and fundraising to support access to family planning services, research, advocacy, and policy development, with a focus on reproductive health services and education, and empowering individuals and communities to make informed choices about their reproductive lives. Click Here to Donate
Saving Energy at Home: A Presentation by Barb Basaj Sunday, February 1
After Service in the Library
We all know that saving energy is helpful for the planet as well as our budget. Most of us have done some things to reduce our energy usage, but what if there’s something we’ve missed? Or what if we know we have a drafty, poorly insulated home, but don’t know where to start? And what about those new technologies that are out there–do they live up to the hype? If these questions are on your mind, you’re likely to learn something useful during this presentation. Information will also be provided on local rebates and incentives.
Celebration of Life Jesse Parker
Please join us to celebrate Jesse on Saturday, January 31, at 11 am. We will meet at the UU Church. Reception to follow.
We will livestream the service on our YouTube & Facebook. Please follow the links below. YouTube FaceBook
Who do you want to win the Super Bowl? Vote for your favorite team while helping our pantry.
The UU Neighborhood Free Pantry will be collecting canned soup for the next two Sundays, February 1 and 8, in the labeled wood bin in the Narthex. Place your soup cans on the side with the team you hope wins!
Did you stop caring about football when the Packers/Bears lost? Are you only interested in the commercials, food, or halftime show?
Doesn’t matter! The community wins with your donation either way. Thank you for your generosity!
The Music of Florence Price
In honor of Black History Month, each of the worship services in February will include a piano composition by Florence Price (1887-1953), a remarkable American composer whose music remained relatively unknown until hundreds of manuscripts of her compositions were discovered in 2009. Since then, her works have enjoyed a well-deserved popularity among performers and audiences alike. To learn more about Florence Price, you can visit this website:
Past Sunday Services
Did you know you can watch past Sunday services anytime? We have them on our website under past worship services so you never have to miss a Sunday! Click here to find a service that you haven’t seen yet! You can also always go to our Facebook and YouTube pages.
The Board of Trustees:
President: Wendy Bennett
Vice President: Diane Kuehl
Clerk: Scott Garwick
Treasurer: Bob Spelman
Trustees: Kendra Asbury, Clark Logemann, Neita Webster
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