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Community Justice Party a Great Success!

Our fifth biannual Community Justice Party was the best yet! Approximately 50 people attended, a mixture of our UUFCM folks and people from Indivisible Central Michigan. The program was enjoyable, the Guess the Activist competition fierce, and with 17 cakes and pies donated, the Justice Desserts Walk was the icing on the cake! As well, the donations totaled $448 which will be delivered to Indivisible Central Michigan at their next meeting on Thursday, February 26!!!

Thanks for all their hard work to the Social Justice Coordinating Team members (Lou Ann Ashley, Norma Bailey, Sierra Burke, Joyce Henricks, Kelly Lawson, Gisela Moffit, Jim Moreno, and Katie Zapoluch), to Jen Prout for an excellent social justice play list, and to Rev. Drew for being our DJ throughout the evening!

Worship Matters

We will gather online via Zoom and in person this Sunday, March 1, to worship with Rev. Drew on “The Attention Economy." The Zoom call starts at 10:00am for social time, and the service starts at 10:30am.

"Oliver Burkman says, “If there’s a “war for our attention” – as we’re often told – our role often seems to be that of collaborators with the enemy.” Modern-day social media is expert at capturing and holding our attention. How does that affect us? What can we do to re-direct our attention in ways that are more spiritually healthy?"

Zoom Invitation for Sunday Service:
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Upcoming Services

March 1: The Attention Economy
March 8: Paying Attention to God/Beauty/Nature

In Case You Missed It...

Many past sermons are available on our website under Sermon Videos and Archives.

In order to access any services 2024 on, go to the website and click on Worship, then Sunday Services.

Minister’s Column: “Alysa Liu”

I enjoyed watching the winter Olympics the past two weeks. This year I watched more curling than I ever have in my life, understanding the rules and strategy for the first time. But it was the figure skating that really grabbed me—especially the moving story of Alysa Liu.

USA figure skater Alysa Liu was the youngest ever national champion in 2019, when she was just 13 years old. Three years later, however, shortly after the 2022 Olympics, she announced her retirement from skating. She decided that she had had enough of the pressure and the grind of international competition—in a sport where you train endless hours year-round for a competition that lasts a few minutes. She wanted to live her own life, to have friends and do normal things. And then, a few years later, she returned to skating—but this time it was on her own terms. As her coach said, the younger version of Alysa did what everyone else said to do (and was very good at it), while the post-retirement Alysa did things her way. More...

Upcoming Events

Most meetings and events are hybrid (in-person/Zoom). Please contact the event or meeting leader if you are not sure. Event and meeting details and links can be found on the UUFCM Calendar.

A Joyful Noise Choir Rehearsal - Wednesdays at 7:00pm
Central Michigan Sangha - Tuesdays at 6:45pm
Crafty U - 3rd Tuesdays at 10:30am
First Friday Potluck - First Fridays at 6:30pm
Sleepy Time Yoga - 3rd Sundays at 6:30pm
Game Night - 3rd Mondays at 7pm On hiatus
Movie Night - 4th Saturdays at 7pm This Saturday!
Readers Theater - 2nd Tuesdays at 7pm Returning April 14
UU Discussion Group - Wednesdays at 10am
UUFCM Men’s Group - 1st Mondays at 7pm on Zoom
Welcome to UU Orientation - last Sunday of the month at 12:00pm unless otherwise indicated

All members and friends are welcome to attend our UUFCM Board meeting as well as the various team meetings that occur monthly. If you are interested in attending any specific team meeting, please contact the team leader for information.

Team Meetings

Fellowship Life Coordinating Team Meeting - Sunday, March 1 at 12:00pm
Building Team Meeting - Monday, March 2 at 5:30pm

Fellowship News

Movie Night - "Possession"

Two modern day literary critics, strangers to each other, are researching different Victorian poets. Each discovers their respective poets exchanged love letters exposing an illicit affair. What happens next? Join us at the Fellowship Hall February 28 at 7:00 to find out.

Infant Pantry - Sunday, March 1

Donations for the Infant Pantry are collected on the first Sunday of each month. You can donate online to the Monthly Donations for Infant Pantry on our website, or checks can be sent to our treasurer made out to UUFCM with Infant Pantry in the memo.

Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Sign Up to Help with Our UUFCM Week at the Homeless Shelter!

UUFCM is in charge of providing meals and volunteers for ICRH (the homeless shelter) the week of Sunday, March 8 through Saturday, March 14. We’ll need lots of people to participate, bringing food and/or volunteering mornings and evenings, so please bring your calendars to church on Sunday to sign up for your part in this major project UUFCM has committed to. If you are not able to be in church on Sunday, please contact Norma Bailey ([email protected] or 989-560-3952) who will find a spot for you.

Celebration of Life for Tom Moffit

The Celebration of Life for Tom Moffit will be held Saturday, March 14 at 11:00 am at the Immanuel Lutheran Church at 320 S. Bradley in Mt. Pleasant. Visitation at 10:00am and luncheon at 12:00pm. Here is the link to his obituary. https://www.clarkfuneralchapel.com/obituaries/Thompson-Carson-Moffit?obId=46956154

Paint and Pizza! – Saturday, March 21

Once again, UUFCM will paint and have a banner hung in the Mt. Pleasant downtown area this year. Please join us in a paint and pizza party on Saturday, March 21, at 11:00 am in the Fellowship Hall to paint our banner. Children and adults are welcome, but do wear paint clothes! See Norma Bailey ([email protected]) for more information

Stewardship Campaign Kicks Off with a Karaoke Party on March 21!

Our stewardship campaign with the theme of “Guided by Joy” begins March 21! This year, we are trying something different – kicking off the campaign with a “Spring into Joy…Together!” karaoke party on Saturday, March 21, 7-9 pm!! We’ll sing karaoke, learn about the stewardship drive/receive packets and then head down to the Fellowship Hall for sweet and savory snacks.

We certainly hope you can attend the party, but if not, our stewardship packets will be mailed to everyone on March 23 with explanations and directions about how to make your pledge as well as explain the incentives for getting in your pledge card and volunteer form quickly. Please be sure to read the materials right away and take action. If you have questions, contact anyone on the Stewardship Committee – Mary Alsager, Norma Bailey, Drew Frantz, Kelly Lawson, Guy Newland, Darlene Ritchie, Victoria Sladek and Don Socha.

Attend General Assembly Virtually

General Assembly (GA) is the annual gathering of Unitarian Universalists, where we conduct business, explore our faith’s theological foundations, and fully embrace our mission and principles. This year, GA will be held virtually.

Would you like to participate or serve as a UUFCM delegate? We have a Leadership Fund that can cover the costs for you. If you're interested in attending, see www.uua.org/ga for information. If you need more details, contact Norma Bailey ([email protected] or 989-560-3952).

Scam Alert

Several congregants have received emails and texts purportedly from UUFCM leadership. If you receive a message that seems suspicious, please remember that we would never solicit money or ask for help in this way, and do not respond to the message.
Read more here.

Stay Informed for UUFCM Cancellations

When we decide to cancel or postpone a UUFCM event due to weather--as we did due to last Sunday's snowstorm--we use a cell phone app called Remind to make these announcements. In the case of Sunday morning worship, we make our decision by 8:30 am.

Downloading the Remind app to your phone and signing up just takes a few minutes. Stay informed and prepared this winter! View our full cancellation policy along with instructions for signing up on the Remind app here.

Although the Remind app is the best way to stay informed, we also try to send an email and post an announcement on the website and social media.

Community News

ICRH Fundraiser – Party for a Purpose

Every spring, the Isabella County Restoration House (ICRH – homeless shelter) holds a Party for a Purpose, ICRH’s one big fundraiser for the year. It consists of a buffet soup/salad/dessert dinner, silent auction, cash bar and a paddle auction, and a good number of us have attended each year. Last year we filled two tables of ten with UUFCM folks; let’s aim for three this year! See the linked flyer HERE for more information and contact Norma Bailey if you would like to join us! ([email protected] or 9989-560-3952)

ICRH Requests for Household Donations for Party for a Purpose

ICRH is holding its annual fundraiser on May 2 and is looking for items for prizes for their paddle auction. If you have any new or unused item to donate (see list in Fellowship Hall or click here), please see Norma Bailey for delivery.

Indivisible Protests Continue!

Indivisible Central Michigan plans on continuing their weekly Saturday protests at the usual location (corner of Mission and Broadway). The time is 11:00-1:00. In case of extreme weather, a cancellation email will be sent out by 10:00. Email [email protected] to get on the email list.

Donate Now!

The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Michigan is funded solely by its members and friends.

For your convenience, you can make a donation electronically with the button below. Please consider the option of offsetting the cost to the Fellowship for providing the convenience of making an online donation.

If you prefer not to donate electronically, you may also write a check payable to UUFCM and send it to: UUFCM, P.O. Box 41, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48804-0041

Got News?

The deadline for submissions to
the Order of Service Insert and the UUFCM weekly eNews
is Tuesday at 5:00 p.m.
Please send all submissions to [email protected].

Drew’s Contact Information

Please contact Drew via email, phone, or text.
[email protected]
Phone/text: 440-935-0129
Office Hours
Tuesdays 10am-noon
Wednesdays 1-3pm and 8-9pm

UUFCM Board of Trustees for 2025-2026
President: Norma Bailey (989.560.3952; [email protected])
President-Elect: Guy Newland (989.944.0534; newla1g [email protected])
Treasurer: David Allan (989.941.7349; [email protected])
Secretary: Jennifer Davis (989.280.7010; [email protected])
Trustee: Annette Pratt (989.400.0173; [email protected])
Trustee: Jennifer Prout (989.400.3130; [email protected])
Trustee: Matt Collins (616-617-2274; colli2mr@gmail.com)

Team and Committee Leaders

Adult Religious Education Team - Aaron Jones
Building, Grounds & Safety Team - Norma Bailey
Caring Team - Laura McBride
Communications Coordinating Team Annie Peters
Fellowship Life Coordinating Team - Laura McBride
Membership - Laura McBride
Welcome & Hospitality - Gisela Moffit
Social Fun - Jen Prout
Social Justice Coordinating Team - Norma Bailey
Worship Team - Drew Frantz
Youth Religious Education (RE) Team - Norma Bailey

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Worship Matters

We will gather online via Zoom and in person this Sunday, February 22, to worship with Rev. Drew on “Songs of Protest and New Member Ceremony." The Zoom call starts at 10:00am for social time, and the service starts at 10:30am.

"Today we explore the use of protest songs–popular songs played on the radio and songs sung by marchers in the streets. From the civil rights movement to the “ICE Out” protest in Minneapolis, this music articulates the values and urgency of the movement while giving people a sense of hope and belonging. Show up ready to sing! In this morning’s worship, we also make time for a special ritual to welcome new members to our Fellowship."

Zoom Invitation for Sunday Service:
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Upcoming Services

February 22: Songs of Protest

In Case You Missed It...

Many past sermons are available on our website under Sermon Videos and Archives.

In order to access any services 2024 on, go to the website and click on Worship, then Sunday Services.

Minister’s Column: “Rev. Jesse Jackson”

Today Rev. Jesse Jackson died. A human rights advocate and political figure, he bridged the civil rights era of Martin Luther King and the modern era of Barack Obama. Jesse Jackson was present when Martin Luther King was killed, and went on television the following day wearing clothing stained by his blood. In the years and decades that followed, Jackson did a lot to advance civil rights for Black Americans. A serious candidate for president in 1984 and 1988, Jackson won as much as 29% of the Democratic primary vote. His presence as a political leader and his advocacy for voting rights contributed to the eventual election of our first Black president. More...

Upcoming Events

Most meetings and events are hybrid (in-person/Zoom). Please contact the event or meeting leader if you are not sure. Event and meeting details and links can be found on the UUFCM Calendar.

A Joyful Noise Choir Rehearsal - Wednesdays at 7:00pm
Central Michigan Sangha - Tuesdays at 6:45pm
Crafty U - 3rd Tuesdays at 10:30am
First Friday Potluck - First Fridays at 6:30pm
Sleepy Time Yoga - 3rd Sundays at 6:30pm
Game Night - 3rd Mondays at 7pm On hiatus
Movie Night - 4th Saturdays at 7pm
Readers Theater - 2nd Tuesdays at 7pm Returning April 14
UU Discussion Group - Wednesdays at 10am
UUFCM Men’s Group - 1st Mondays at 7pm on Zoom
Welcome to UU Orientation - last Sunday of the month at 12:00pm unless otherwise indicated -This Sunday

Team Meetings

Worship Team Meeting - Thursday Feb 19 at 4:30

Fellowship News

Community Justice Party THIS SATURDAY!

Be sure to attend our fifth bi-annual Community Justice Party this Saturday, February 21, 7-9 pm. There will be a program in the sanctuary of music, skits, poetry, and a “Guess the Activist” contest highlighting several social justice issues, and then we will meet in the Fellowship Hall for light refreshments and a rousing Justice Desserts Walk! $5 suggested donation with donations going to Indivisible Central Michigan. Bring family and friends!

Welcome to UU Orientation - THIS Sunday, February 22

We meet both in person in the fellowship hall and via Zoom.

This orientation is geared to newcomers, visitors, and those seeking to learn more about Unitarian Universalism and this UU fellowship. It is offered every month both in person in the fellowship hall and via Zoom, typically on the last Sunday at 12:00 pm. Sessions run approximately an hour and a half.

If you are interested in watching an introductory video regarding our faith, please view this YouTube video by Peter Bowden called Unitarian Universalism: You're Uni-What?.

For more info or to register for Welcome to UU, contact: Laura McBride at 989.772.5512; [email protected]. Please let Laura know whether you will be attending via Zoom or in-person by the Friday prior to the orientation.

Sign Up to Help with Our UUFCM Week at the Homeless Shelter!

Parents’ Night Out a Success!

On Saturday, February 14, the Youth RE Team provided a Parents’ Night Out for the parents of our children. Four children were dropped off from 4-8 pm so that parents could have the afternoon/evening free. Norma Bailey and Elowen Kourteva guided Charles Emerick, Felix Jones, Gaius McGregor and Rowan Peters in games, crafts, cookie decorating, a pizza dinner and an acrobatic game of Twister! Everyone, parents and children alike, said, “Let’s do it again sometime!”

The Youth RE Team used the bottle and can fund to provide the event this year. If you would like to contribute to this fund, you can drop off bottles and cans in the receptacles in the kitchen any time, and we will recycle them for you.

Crafty UUs Busy at Work!

Attend General Assembly Virtually

Did you get your end-of-year statement on February 2?

On February 2, our treasurer, David Allan, sent out end-of-year statements for 2025 for tax purposes via email. If you did not receive a statement, please contact David at [email protected].

"If you made a contribution of record in 2025 (meaning that your name was attached to your contribution), then a statement of your total contribution in 2025 was emailed to you on February 2, 2026. If you did not see your email, please check your spam folder for an email with the subject line "UUFCM Record of Contributions 2025." To avoid emails being filtered into the spam folder, please add "[email protected]" to your contacts or accepted email senders list."
—Dave Allan, Treasurer

Scam Alert

Actions You Can Take Today!

Sign up for our Social Justice Interest Survey if you haven’t already – to receive alerts about petitions to sign, members of Congress to call or email, both federal and state.
Sign up for Dial for Democracy. Receive email alerts when it's time to call your lawmakers on legislation or decisions that impact Michigan's democracy. See Community News for how to join.
Put these people into your phone contacts and make at least one phone call or text every day. They keep track of how many calls/messages they receive.
- Senator Gary Peters (202-224-6221)
- Senator Elissa Slotkin (202-224-4822)
- US House Representative John Moolenaar (202-225-3561)
- Michigan Senator Roger Hauck (517-373-1760)
- Michigan State House Representative Jerry Neyer (517-373-2646)

Stay Informed for UUFCM Cancellations

Community News

Join Voters Not Politician's "Dial for Democracy" List!

Activists across the political spectrum can all agree that picking up the phone and calling your elected officials is the most effective way to make your voice heard. In fact, many elected officials and their staff members have stated that a phone call from a constituent holds more weight than an email, tweet, or a fax.

By joining VNP's "Dial for Democracy" list, you will receive exclusive alerts when it's time to call your lawmakers on legislation or decisions that impact Michigan's democracy. These alerts will contain info and tips to help you have an easy and productive call to your local lawmaker!

If you aren't receiving exclusive Dial for Democracy alerts yet, sign up here. You'll receive alerts when critical legislation is introduced along with your state legislators' contact information and a script to use during your call.

Indivisible Protests Continue!

Donate Now!

The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Michigan is funded solely by its members and friends.

If you prefer not to donate electronically, you may also write a check payable to UUFCM and send it to: UUFCM, P.O. Box 41, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48804-0041

Got News?

The deadline for submissions to
the Order of Service Insert and the UUFCM weekly eNews
is Tuesday at 5:00 p.m.
Please send all submissions to [email protected].

Drew’s Contact Information

Please contact Drew via email, phone, or text.
[email protected]
Phone/text: 440-935-0129
Office Hours
Tuesdays 10am-noon
Wednesdays 1-3pm and 8-9pm

Team and Committee Leaders

Adult Religious Education Team - Joyce Henricks
Building, Grounds & Safety Team - Norma Bailey
Caring Team - Laura McBride
Communications Coordinating Team Annie Peters
Fellowship Life Coordinating Team - Laura McBride
Membership - Laura McBride
Welcome & Hospitality - Gisela Moffit
Social Fun - Jen Prout
Social Justice Coordinating Team - Norma Bailey
Worship Team - Drew Frantz
Youth Religious Education (RE) Team - Norma Bailey

We are a religious community guided by love, transforming our lives and our world.

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Worship Matters

We will gather online via Zoom and in person this Sunday, February 15, to worship with Rev. Drew on “Good News." The Zoom call starts at 10:00am for social time, and the service starts at 10:30am.

"This has been true for a long time: bad news gets and holds our attention more than good news–meaning that good news gets less coverage. Today it feels more important than ever to seek and share good news, to pay attention and to lift it up. Join us this Sunday for a service dedicated to good news, from the Buddhist monks on a peace march to DC; to the resistance singers in Minneapolis; and more. It’s time to feel good!"

Zoom Invitation for Sunday Service:
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Upcoming Services

February 15: Good News
February 22: Songs of Protest

In Case You Missed It...

Many past sermons are available on our website under Sermon Videos and Archives.

In order to access any services 2024 on, go to the website and click on Worship, then Sunday Services.

Minister’s Column: “Bad Bunny Halftime Show”

I watched the Super Bowl halftime show on Sunday featuring Bad Bunny, and I found it authentic, cinematic, and meaningful. I also think it is a milestone in American culture.

A Puerto Rican artist, Bad Bunny is one of the most successful musicians in the world. Because he is a Spanish-language rapper, I had not heard of him and his music until now…that is, until the controversy. The political and cultural right in the U.S. decried the NFL’s choice of Bad Bunny for this show, one of the most watched events in our culture. They said it was “un-American” to have someone singing in Spanish at the Super Bowl, and tried to promote an alternative show with MAGA-friendly artists. That effort failed spectacularly with an embarrassingly low viewership.

In today’s ultra-divided America, I have noticed that people on the left and the right can see the exact same thing and come away with different conclusions. In the case of the Bad Bunny show, the reactions that people have seems to reflect the cultural and political divide. More...

Upcoming Events

Most meetings and events are hybrid (in-person/Zoom). Please contact the event or meeting leader if you are not sure. Event and meeting details and links can be found on the UUFCM Calendar.

A Joyful Noise Choir Rehearsal - Wednesdays at 7:00pm
Central Michigan Sangha - Tuesdays at 6:45pm
Crafty U - 3rd Tuesdays at 10:30am This Tuesday
First Friday Potluck - First Fridays at 6:30pm
Sleepy Time Yoga - 3rd Sundays at 6:30pm This Sunday
Game Night - 3rd Mondays at 7pm This Monday
Movie Night - 4th Saturdays at 7pm
Readers Theater - 2nd Tuesdays at 7pm Returning April 14
UU Discussion Group - Wednesdays at 10am
UUFCM Men’s Group - 1st Mondays at 7pm on Zoom
Welcome to UU Orientation - last Sunday of the month at 12:00pm unless otherwise indicated

Team Meetings

Youth RE Team Meeting - Sunday Feb 15 at 3:30
Worship Team Meeting - Thursday Feb 19 at 4:30

Fellowship News

Special Plate Collection This Sunday February 15 – MUUSJN

On Sunday, February 16, a special plate collection will be taken to support the work of MUUSJN, the Michigan Unitarian Universalist Social Justice Network. MUUSJN is a very active state-wide network of the 24 Unitarian Universalist congregations and allies in Michigan who work together to prevent harm, protect rights and safeguard our democracy. Its mission is to foster the worth and dignity of people by promoting social justice and community service. When you donate, you spread your small donation well beyond our UUFCM walls. You can donate online to the Social Justice Special Plate Collections Fund at our website or checks can be sent to our treasurer made out to UUFCM with MUUSJN in the memo.

Sleepy Time Yoga + Sound Bath by Victoria - Sunday, February 15

Join Kelly Lawson and Victoria Sladek for an evening of Yoga Nidra and Sound Bath 6:30-7:30 pm in the UU sanctuary. Bring a yoga mat, blankets, pillows, or anything to get cozy. The evening is donation-based, and all donations will go to the homeless shelter (ICRH).

The evening will begin with gentle movement before finding rest in Savasana (final resting pose) for a guided meditation. During the meditation, relax deeper with Victoria’s singing bowls!

Game Night - Monday, February 16 at 7:00pm

We meet on 3rd Mondays from 7-9pm in the UUFCM social hall and have fun with a variety of games decided by consensus. It is a great opportunity to learn new games and meet people with similar interests!

The Crafty U’s - Tuesday, February 17 at 10:30am

Group meets in our fellowship hall on the third Tuesday of the month at 10:30am. It is an informal, drop-in group for anyone working on craft projects, especially fabric arts.

Provide a cake or pie!

Joyce Henricks is in charge of our Justice Desserts Walk at the Community Justice Party on Saturday, February 21. If you are willing and able to provide a cake or pie – home-made or store-bought – please let her know right away ([email protected] or text at 9890-400-9743).

Community Justice Party Next Saturday!

Did you get your end-of-year statement on February 2?

Scam Alert

Actions You Can Take Today!

Sign up for our Social Justice Interest Survey if you haven’t already – to receive alerts about petitions to sign, members of Congress to call or email, both federal and state.
Sign up for Dial for Democracy. Receive email alerts when it's time to call your lawmakers on legislation or decisions that impact Michigan's democracy. See Community News for how to join.
Put these people into your phone contacts and make at least one phone call or text every day. They keep track of how many calls/messages they receive.
- Senator Gary Peters (202-224-6221)
- Senator Elissa Slotkin (202-224-4822)
- US House Representative John Moolenaar (202-225-3561)
- Michigan Senator Roger Hauck (517-373-1760)
- Michigan State House Representative Jerry Neyer (517-373-2646)

Stay Informed for UUFCM Cancellations

Community News

ICE Out for Love: Community Safety & Rapid Response Training

Saturday Feb. 14, 1:00-300 - VIRTUALLY AT UUFCM SANCTUARY

Please join us for this training that is sponsored by the UU Fellowship of Midland. The details are below.

If you want to join us in the UUFCM sanctuary, please let Drew or Norma know that you are coming. If you wish to attend on your own, please use the link below to register.

UU Fellowship of Midland, in partnership with Saginaw Bay Rapid Response, is hosting ICE Out for Love, a Community Safety & Rapid Response Training on Saturday, February 14, from 1:00–3:00 PM. This multiplatform event will be offered both in person and virtually, making it accessible to a wide range of participants.

This training is designed to help community members respond with care, preparedness, and solidarity during a time of rapid change. Participants will learn how to identify ICE activity, what information to safely share with tip lines, how to recognize danger spots, and how to use the SALUTE framework for observation and reporting. The training will also cover ongoing updates, mutual aid strategies, and ways to support families with practical needs such as transportation, childcare, and other forms of assistance.

Equally important, the session will emphasize self-care and burnout prevention, recognizing that sustained community care requires tending to ourselves as well as one another.

Reservations are required, and seats are limited. The event location will be shared upon registration. Register here:
https://form.jotform.com/260255457887167

Indivisible Central Michigan Food Drive

February 14th - Indivisible Central Michigan (ICM) will conduct a drive-by food drive Saturday in Mt. Pleasant from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to restock local food pantries, helping to fight hunger in our community. The collection takes place on ICM’s protest line on Mission and Broadway streets as part of the group’s Love Your Community rally.

Mount Pleasant Pride Center Hosts Pal-entine's Day:

We are proud to host our 2nd annual

Pal-entine's Day

social!!! This Saturday February 14th. With a double feature bake sale and celebration! Come buy some baked goods from 1pm-4pm, and come back for our party from 5pm-8pm! Location: 201 S University Ave Suite 106

Join Voters Not Politician's "Dial for Democracy" List!

Indivisible Protests Continue!

Donate Now!

The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Michigan is funded solely by its members and friends.

If you prefer not to donate electronically, you may also write a check payable to UUFCM and send it to: UUFCM, P.O. Box 41, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48804-0041

Got News?

The deadline for submissions to
the Order of Service Insert and the UUFCM weekly eNews
is Tuesday at 5:00 p.m.
Please send all submissions to [email protected].

Drew’s Contact Information

Please contact Drew via email, phone, or text.
[email protected]
Phone/text: 440-935-0129
Office Hours
Tuesdays 10am-noon
Wednesdays 1-3pm and 8-9pm

Team and Committee Leaders

We are a religious community guided by love, transforming our lives and our world.

eNews February 5, 2026

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Worship Matters

We will gather online via Zoom and in person this Sunday, February 8, to worship with Rev. Drew on “Imbolc." The Zoom call starts at 10:00am for social time, and the service starts at 10:30am.

"Long before Groundhog Day and the Super Bowl, the beginning of February was the time of the ancient pagan holiday of Imbolc. Marking the halfway point from the winter solstice to the spring equinox, Imbolc represents the hope and promise of new life. With all the chaos of human society today, recognizing the predictable progress of the natural world may be grounding for us."

Zoom Invitation for Sunday Service:
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Phone - audio only
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Upcoming Services

February 8: Imbolc

In Case You Missed It...

Many past sermons are available on our website under Sermon Videos and Archives.

In order to access any services 2024 on, go to the website and click on Worship, then Sunday Services.

Minister’s Column: "Front Line Resistance"

I want to lift up two of my colleagues today for their courageous protest against authoritarianism. First, I honor the Rev. Dr. Sofia Betancourt, the president of the UU Association—our national leader. Last Thursday she was part of a group of dozens of clergy who were arrested at the United States capitol. She was protesting the proposed funding of the Department of Homeland Security—including ICE—which is responsible for the surge of violent police in Minneapolis and other cities. “There is no moral justification for voting for a budget that will put more resources toward the violation and dehumanization of our neighbors,” she said. “As religious leaders, we have an ethical obligation to show up and say that this will not be done in our name.” More...

Upcoming Events

Most meetings and events are hybrid (in-person/Zoom). Please contact the event or meeting leader if you are not sure. Event and meeting details and links can be found on the UUFCM Calendar.

A Joyful Noise Choir Rehearsal - Wednesdays at 7:00pm
Central Michigan Sangha - Tuesdays at 6:45pm
Crafty U - 3rd Tuesdays at 10:30am
First Friday Potluck - First Fridays at 6:30pm - This Friday
Sleepy Time Yoga - 3rd Sundays at 6:30pm
Game Night - 3rd Mondays at 7pm
Movie Night - 4th Saturdays at 7pm
Readers Theater - 2nd Tuesdays at 7pm Returning April 14
UU Discussion Group - Wednesdays at 10am
UUFCM Men’s Group - 1st Mondays at 7pm on Zoom
Welcome to UU Orientation - last Sunday of the month at 12:00pm unless otherwise indicated

Team Meetings

Board Meeting - Sunday Feb 8 at 1:00
Social Justice Team Meeting - Monday Feb 9 at 6:30
Worship Team Meeting - Thursday Feb 19 at 4:30

Fellowship News

Actions You Can Take Today!

Sign up for our Social Justice Interest Survey if you haven’t already – to receive alerts about petitions to sign, members of Congress to call or email, both federal and state.
Sign up for Dial for Democracy. Receive email alerts when it's time to call your lawmakers on legislation or decisions that impact Michigan's democracy. See Community News for how to join.
Put these people into your phone contacts and make at least one phone call or text every day. They keep track of how many calls/messages they receive.
- Senator Gary Peters (202-224-6221)
- Senator Elissa Slotkin (202-224-4822)
- US House Representative John Moolenaar (202-225-3561)
- Michigan Senator Roger Hauck (517-373-1760)
- Michigan State House Representative Jerry Neyer (517-373-2646)

Stay Informed for UUFCM Cancellations

Interested in Serving on the Board of Trustees?

There are four positions open on the Board of Trustees for the upcoming 2026-2027 UUFCM year. If you are interested in serving, please contact Board President Norma Bailey ([email protected] or 989-560-3952) or Nominating Chair Guy Newland ([email protected] or 989-944-0534).

President-elect – two-year term
Treasurer – two-year term
Two-Year Trustee
One-Year Trustee

Community Justice Party on February 21

You are all invited to our fifth bi-annual Community Justice Party on Saturday, February 21, 7-9 pm. There will be a program in the sanctuary of music, skits, poetry, and a “Guess the Activist” contest highlighting several social justice issues, and then we will meet in the Fellowship Hall for light refreshments and a rousing cake walk! $5 suggested donation with donations going to Indivisible Central Michigan. Children are free but let Norma Bailey know (989-560-3952 or [email protected]) so childcare can be provided. This was a highlight event in 2024, so be sure to have it on your calendar! Bring family and friends!

Community News

Join Voters Not Politician's "Dial for Democracy" List!

Indivisible Protests Continue!

Facts on Petitions

Donate Now!

The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Michigan is funded solely by its members and friends.

If you prefer not to donate electronically, you may also write a check payable to UUFCM and send it to: UUFCM, P.O. Box 41, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48804-0041

Got News?

The deadline for submissions to
the Order of Service Insert and the UUFCM weekly eNews
is Tuesday at 5:00 p.m.
Please send all submissions to [email protected].

Drew’s Contact Information

Please contact Drew via email, phone, or text.
[email protected]
Phone/text: 440-935-0129
Office Hours
Tuesdays 10am-noon
Wednesdays 1-3pm and 8-9pm

Team and Committee Leaders

We are a religious community guided by love, transforming our lives and our world.

eNews 2/26/2026

eNews for Thursday, February 26, 2026

Community Justice Party a Great Success!

Worship Matters

Upcoming Services

In Case You Missed It...

Minister’s Column: “Alysa Liu”

Upcoming Events

Most meetings and events are hybrid (in-person/Zoom). Please contact the event or meeting leader if you are not sure. Event and meeting details and links can be found on the UUFCM Calendar.

Team Meetings

Fellowship Life Coordinating Team Meeting - Sunday, March 1 at 12:00pm Building Team Meeting - Monday, March 2 at 5:30pm

Fellowship News

Movie Night - "Possession"

Infant Pantry - Sunday, March 1

Sign Up to Help with Our UUFCM Week at the Homeless Shelter!

Paint and Pizza! – Saturday, March 21

Stewardship Campaign Kicks Off with a Karaoke Party on March 21!

Attend General Assembly Virtually

Scam Alert

Stay Informed for UUFCM Cancellations

Community News

ICRH Fundraiser – Party for a Purpose

ICRH Requests for Household Donations for Party for a Purpose

Indivisible Protests Continue!

Donate Now!

The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Michigan is funded solely by its members and friends.

Got News?

Drew’s Contact Information

Team and Committee Leaders

eNews 2/19/26

eNews for Thursday, February 19, 2026

Worship Matters

Upcoming Services

In Case You Missed It...

Minister’s Column: “Rev. Jesse Jackson”

Upcoming Events

Most meetings and events are hybrid (in-person/Zoom). Please contact the event or meeting leader if you are not sure. Event and meeting details and links can be found on the UUFCM Calendar.

Team Meetings

Worship Team Meeting - Thursday Feb 19 at 4:30

Fellowship News

Community Justice Party THIS SATURDAY!

Welcome to UU Orientation - THIS Sunday, February 22

Sign Up to Help with Our UUFCM Week at the Homeless Shelter!

Parents’ Night Out a Success!

Crafty UUs Busy at Work!

Attend General Assembly Virtually

Did you get your end-of-year statement on February 2?

Scam Alert

Actions You Can Take Today!

Stay Informed for UUFCM Cancellations

Community News

Join Voters Not Politician's "Dial for Democracy" List!

Indivisible Protests Continue!

Donate Now!

The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Michigan is funded solely by its members and friends.

Got News?

Drew’s Contact Information

Team and Committee Leaders

eNews 2/12/2026

eNews for Thursday, February 12, 2026

Worship Matters

Upcoming Services

In Case You Missed It...

Minister’s Column: “Bad Bunny Halftime Show”

Upcoming Events

Most meetings and events are hybrid (in-person/Zoom). Please contact the event or meeting leader if you are not sure. Event and meeting details and links can be found on the UUFCM Calendar.

Team Meetings

Youth RE Team Meeting - Sunday Feb 15 at 3:30 Worship Team Meeting - Thursday Feb 19 at 4:30

Fellowship News

Special Plate Collection This Sunday February 15 – MUUSJN

Sleepy Time Yoga + Sound Bath by Victoria - Sunday, February 15

Game Night - Monday, February 16 at 7:00pm

The Crafty U’s - Tuesday, February 17 at 10:30am

Provide a cake or pie!

Community Justice Party Next Saturday!

Did you get your end-of-year statement on February 2?

Scam Alert

Actions You Can Take Today!

Stay Informed for UUFCM Cancellations

Community News

Fellowship Life Coordinating Team Meeting - Sunday, March 1 at 12:00pm
Building Team Meeting - Monday, March 2 at 5:30pm

Youth RE Team Meeting - Sunday Feb 15 at 3:30
Worship Team Meeting - Thursday Feb 19 at 4:30

Board Meeting - Sunday Feb 8 at 1:00
Social Justice Team Meeting - Monday Feb 9 at 6:30
Worship Team Meeting - Thursday Feb 19 at 4:30