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Joy in Resistance April 6, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Online and in-person
Rev. Allison Farnum April’s theme centers around Joy. Resisting oppression and deathly culture encourages a recommitment to life, love and a sense of humor! This Sunday we explore the joy that comes from insisting on our collective humanity.
We will share the plate with WCCC Scotti’s Fund Scotti’s Fund gives financial assistance for reproductive care. Click Here to Donate
Volunteers for Sunday, April 6
Thank you to the Board and Finance Committee for volunteering for hospitality this Sunday!
Happy Birthday to: Ayo Carter (Apr 01), Dan Wilkins (Apr 02), Ginger Tzemopoulos (Apr 03), Juliette Kula (Apr 04), & Lisa Schultz Volkman (Apr 07)!
Jack Berti’s memorial service will be held on April 5th at 1:00 p.m. at the church.
Who couldn’t use a good laugh nowadays? Join us on Wonderful Wednesday, April 2nd for Laughter Yoga. It’s called Laughter Yoga because it combines laughter with yoga breathing. You will learn where this originated, about the health benefits and come away with more energy. All you need to do is tap into your childlike playfulness and have fun!!!
Led by Peggy M, Certified Laughter Yoga Leader
Meeting Recap: Siding replacement was discussed and the project/spending was approved by the Board. The Board will meet with Reverend Allison by Zoom on April 2 to work on Mission-Vision. The Generosity Campaign was reviewed and the Board made its pledges.
UU 2030 Young Adult Group Thursday, April 3rd 5:45 – 6:45pm
UU2030 is a small group for adults in their 20s and 30s who ae looking for spiritual and religious community, without the dogma and baggage that can come with traditional religion. We can provide that home here!
We are looking to build a faith community and possibly other social events like potlucks, holiday celebrations, boardgame nights.
We hope to see you!
Co-leaders Sara Greer and Hailey Powell
Share the Traditional Ritual and Meal Wednesday, April 16th, 6 pm Children especially welcome Email teresa.wilmot@gmail.com with: Number of adults @ $12.00, Teens $6.00, 12 and Under- Free Phone number; Number of vegans
Camerata Emanon
Songs of the Road
Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.
Our April 26, 2025 concert will be at The Unitarian Universalist Church, Rockford, at 4848 Turner Street, Rockford, IL 61107.
Tickets are $10 at the door, cash or check.
Getting to Know UU
Sunday, April 27th 12:00
Join church staff and other newcomers to learn about
our story, living our faith, and how to get connected.
Questions, email revjoycepalmer@yahoo.com
Lead Like Lasso Wednesday, April 30th 6pm
Apple TV’s Ted Lasso is funny and uplifting
as he coaches a team in a sport and in a country
he knows nothing about.
Using Brene Brown’s work, we will see how
Coach Lasso successfully manages to be a
vulnerable and courageous leader.
Led by Kendra A., a professional development trainer.
Peasant Revolt Farm is a small scale organic-practice produce farm in Cherry Valley, Illinois. We are very excited to offer weekly or bi-weekly Produce Subscription Boxes (sometimes called “CSA”) throughout the summer season. We’ll have a pickup location at the Edgebrook Farmers Market (Wednesdays 9a-1p) and also offer a home delivery option. We will make any spot with at least 10 full-season subscriptions a pickup spot (UU church, for example!). For more information, please visit our website: peasant-revolt.com/subscription-boxes.html
Representatives from the American Red Cross will visit our church on Sunday, May 4th at Noon to share information about Red Cross services, how to volunteer, and spring severe weather readiness information. They will also offer a free 30-minute Hands-Only CPR class for anyone interested in learning this lifesaving skill. We hope you will join us to learn about the Red Cross!
Our UU Library has added these books to our collection: Don’t Be a Jerk by Brad Warner Buddhist Religions by Robinson, Johnson, DeGraff
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.
April 23, Wednesday, at 10 am
WINNEBAGO COUNTY RESOURCES
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
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
The Unitarian Universalist Church, Rockford, IL | 4848 Turner St., Rockford, IL 61107 | 815-398-6322 | uurockford.org |
