eNews for Thursday, August 29

8/29/2024

eNews for Thursday, August 29

Thank You!

A big thanks to Jennifer Davis for keeping the front of the building trimmed and beautiful all summer long!

Worship Matters

We will gather online via Zoom and in person this Sunday, September 1, to worship with with Rev. Drew Frantz, who will present "Election Stress and Self-Care." The Zoom call starts at 10:00am for social time, and the service starts at 10:30am.

"With the national election a little more than two months away, many of us are on edge emotionally, torn between fear and hope about the outcome. Let’s take time this Sunday morning to consider the spiritual wisdom available to us related to elections and governing; and let’s dedicate ourselves to finding the right balance between self-care and action.'

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Upcoming Services

September 1 - Election Stress and Self-Care
September 8 - Offering the Invitation
September 15 - Accepting the Invitation
September 22 - Banned Books

If you happen to miss being in worship, please check out Sunday Services on our website for sermon video and/or text. 2023 and prior year sermon video and/or text are located under Sermon Archives.

Minister’s Column

On Saturday, the Board of Trustees had its annual retreat. Monica Jean graciously hosted us at her cabin in Canadian Lakes, where eight of us gathered from 9:00-4:00, seated in a circle in the shade on a beautiful summer day. As morning turned to afternoon, the sound of pontoon boats and jet-skis punctuated our conversation; Monica’s dogs made their rounds, befriending the board members and the minister.

Read the column here.

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 7pm
Central Michigan Sangha - Tuesdays at 6:45pm
Crafty U - 3rd Fridays at 10:30am (starting October)
First Friday Potluck - First Fridays at 6:30pm
Game Night - 3rd Mondays at 7pm
Movie Night - 4th Saturdays at 7pm
UU Discussion Group - Wednesdays at 10am
UUFCM Men’s Group - 1st Mondays at 7pm on Zoom
UUFCM Women's Circle - 3rd Thursdays at 7pm
Welcome to UU Orientation - Last Sundays at 12:30pm

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
None this week!

Happy Birthday!

In September, we celebrate the birthdays of Jane Douglas, Jolie Damer-Daigle, David Wagstaff, John Campbell, AliciA Genia, Ali Slafter, Carol Messick, Gisela Moffit, Mairi Devenney, and Brittany Johnson. For the year to come, we wish them much joy, good health for body and mind, and new (ad)ventures. May it be so.

UUFCM is Hiring!

Seeking Youth Program Facilitator starting September 1st

The congregation is looking for someone with experience working with children to teach the weekly Sunday children's classes. The job calls for up to 6 hours per week (mostly on Sunday, with other times flexible) and pays $16-$20 per hour depending on experience.

The full job posting can be viewed here - https://docs.google.com/document/d/17_yUPQBlBl-fECJjX5kouyQtx0ihdWln/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100857214146859957942&rtpof=true&sd=true

If you know someone who might be a great fit for this job, please let Rev. Drew know! According to UUFCM policy, we do not normally hire someone who is a member of the congregation.

Infant Pantry Collection – THIS Sunday, September 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. Questions? Contact Tom Moffit (989-772-1602; [email protected]). Thank you in advance for your generosity.

First Friday Potluck – Friday, September 6

Please join us in the UUFCM Fellowship Hall at 6:30pm (doors open at 6:15) for food, conversation, and games! Coffee, hot tea, and water will be provided. If you are able, please bring a dish to pass.

Screening of Movie “Bad Faith”

You all are invited to a screening on Friday, September 13, of the documentary "Bad Faith: Christian Nationalism's Unholy War on Democracy." The documentary discusses how Christian nationalism became a dominant political force in our society, closely associated with Project 2025. Your Social Justice Coordinating Team is co-sponsoring this screening with the Mount Pleasant Area Diversity Group.

The screening of "Bad Faith" is on Friday, September 13, at 6:30 pm in the Library Annex. Please see the flyer below for additional information.

Hospitality Training Session - Saturday, September 14

Are you looking to participate more in our faith community but have limited time? The Hospitality Team is a great place to start! There are no meetings to attend—just a commitment on Sundays to be among the first to welcome our visitors, friends, and members.

Interested in learning more about becoming a greeter, pre-service host, post-service host, or refreshment provider? Join us for a training session on Saturday, September 14, from 10:00am-11:30am at the church. Please let Gisela know or sign up here so we can plan accordingly.

Come Get in “Good Trouble” with Us (John Lewis)!

The Social Justice Coordinating Team invites you to join them in supporting our 5th UU principle of affirming and promoting the democratic process by participating in our letter-writing parties. Working with Vote Forward, we will write letters to citizens in underrepresented communities in Michigan encouraging them to vote in this important election cycle.

All you need to do is come to one or more of our 44 letter-writing parties (see schedule here) –to write a brief statement about why you vote! They will provide the instructions, letters, envelopes, stamps, pens – and lemonade! Come join us to be energized by being part of an engaged community living out our values – making “good trouble!”

Michigan UUs Unite: Fifty for Justice!

UUs are known to be justice-seeking people. It takes many of us working together to achieve the goal of freedom and equity for all. The Michigan UU Social Justice Network (MUUSJN) leverages expertise and resources to support this work for member congregations and fellowships across our state and gives UUs a larger voice among partners, allies, and justice-makers. Become a supporting member today and help foster this collaboration. We need 50 of you (or more!) to reach our new member goal. Go to uujustice.org; click “Become a Member” and make a donation today.

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UU Fellowship of Midland's CUUPs Upcoming Events

UU Fellowship of Midland's CUUPs leader, Scott Malusi, has invited UUFCM to upcoming CUUPs events. For questions on these events, or anything Midland CUUPs related, please contact Scott Malusi at [email protected]. Come join the fun and BUILD COMMUNITY with us.

Spiritual Swap and Autumnal Equinox Celebration
UU Fellowship of Midland Grounds
Sunday September 22, 12:00-2:00 PM
CUUPs is hosting their annual sharing and swap- expanded this year to celebrate inclusion and the change of season.

Please bring anything that no longer serves you to give away/swap/or sell. Some examples: books, herbs, stones/crystals, card decks, meditation or magical tools, nature items, artistic creations, extra produce from your harvest…or anything you wish to share that has or supports meaning in your life (spiritual, secular or otherwise).
We will also celebrate the equinox with some autumn themed crafts to do (fun for kids and adults).
Bring a table on which to place your items (we will have extra, if needed) and a chair or blanket to sit.

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.

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, or via the GivePlus Church App. 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 (in person and/or Zoom):
Tuesdays 10am-noon
Wednesdays 1-3pm and 8-9pm
Office Hours Zoom Link

UUFCM Board of Trustees for 2024-2025
President: Aaron Jones (989.501.0672; [email protected])
President-Elect: Norma Bailey (989.560.3952; [email protected])
Treasurer: Terrie Robbie (989.400.2495; [email protected])
Secretary: Laurie Meadows (989.317.8299; [email protected])
Trustee: Annette Pratt (989.400.0173; [email protected])
Trustee: Monica Jean (616.443.8782; [email protected])
Trustee: David Allan (989.941.7349; [email protected])

Team and Committee Leaders

Adult Religious Education Team - Jodi Fisher
Building, Grounds & Safety Team - Norma Bailey
Caring Committee - Laura McBride
Communications Coordinating Team
Fellowship Life Coordinating Team - Gisela Moffit
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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Fourth Annual UUFCM Picnic a Great Success!

Our fourth annual UUFCM picnic was a great success! The weather was beautiful, and the food and conversation were wonderful! Thanks so very much to Kris Los, Annette Pratt and Jen Prout for planning and providing the basics!

Worship Matters

We will gather online via Zoom and in person this Sunday, August 25, to worship with with Rev. Drew Frantz, who will present "Water Ingathering." The Zoom call starts at 10:00am for social time, and the service starts at 10:30am.

"Welcome back! The Water Ingathering is a special ritual that marks the beginning of the Fellowship’s year as summer turns towards autumn. Everyone is invited to bring water from a place that’s special to you – either at home or far away – and we pour our water into a common bowl. All are welcome: bring your water if you can. You can also participate in the ritual using a pitcher of water provided."

Zoom Invitation for Sunday Service:
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Upcoming Services

August 25: Water Ingathering

If you happen to miss being in worship, please check out Sunday Services on our website for sermon video and/or text. 2023 and prior year sermon video and/or text are located under Sermon Archives.

Minister’s Column

Today I traveled to Brighton, Michigan for an anti-racist event hosted by the Unitarian Universalist congregation there. It was held in response to a disturbing event on Saturday, when members of a white supremacist group demonstrated in the city. According to local news reports, a similar event occurred recently in nearby Howell, with the group chanting “We love Hitler! We love Trump!”

Read the column here.

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 7pm
Central Michigan Sangha - Tuesdays at 6:45pm
Crafty U - 3rd Fridays at 10:30am (starting September 20)
First Friday Potluck - First Fridays at 6:30pm
Game Night - 3rd Mondays at 7pm
Movie Night - 4th Saturdays at 7pm
UU Discussion Group - Wednesdays at 10am
UUFCM Men’s Group - 1st Mondays at 7pm on Zoom
UUFCM Women's Circle - 3rd Thursdays at 7pm
Welcome to UU Orientation - Last Sundays at 12:30pm

Team Meetings
Youth RE Team - Sunday, August 25, at 3:30pm

UUFCM is Hiring!

Seeking Youth Program Facilitator starting September 1st

The congregation is looking for someone with experience working with children to teach the weekly Sunday children's classes. The job calls for up to 6 hours per week (mostly on Sunday, with other times flexible) and pays $16-$20 per hour depending on experience.

The full job posting can be viewed here - https://docs.google.com/document/d/17_yUPQBlBl-fECJjX5kouyQtx0ihdWln/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100857214146859957942&rtpof=true&sd=true

If you know someone who might be a great fit for this job, please let Rev. Drew know! According to UUFCM policy, we do not normally hire someone who is a member of the congregation.

Veggies Picked and Delivered!

On Saturday, August 17, several Youth RE families headed out to the “farm” of George Lentz to pick veggies to donate. We picked tomatoes, chard, cabbages, and peppers galore (!) as well as apples and pears, filled two cars with boxes of produce to donate, and then enjoyed snacks as we visited with George and each other. Thanks to George for welcoming us and to our pickers – Aaron, Katie, and Felix Jones, Ben, Carla, and Isla Jensen, Derrick Moore, Monica and Tillie Jean, and Norma Bailey. All the veggies were delivered to the Food Pantry at the Strickler Center where it will be shared with the Soup Kitchen.

Crafty UU Group

If you like to do crafts, come join the new Crafty UU Group which will meet on the third Fridays of each month at 10:30 am in the Fellowship Hall starting on September 20. Bring your craft to work on and enjoy socializing with other creative people. All types of crafting are welcome. Contact Nancy Roeder ([email protected]) or Mary Anne Kryscio ([email protected]) if you have any questions.

Movie Night - THIS Saturday, August 24

Six and a half years ago, Frank Adler was a carefree bachelor and a philosophy professor. When his sister passed away, Frank took custody of his 6-month-old niece, Mary. He gave up his previous life, moved to Florida, and became a mechanic, always showering Mary with unconditional love.

As Mary grows older, Frank realizes she has no friends and sends her to school. When the school discovers that Mary is gifted, the normal life Frank is determined to provide her is turned upside down. The principal sees Mary as a tool for recognition, and her absentee grandmother views her as a feather in her cap.

Will Frank's unconditional love for Mary withstand the pressures and challenges of conditional love? Join us on Saturday, August 24, at 7:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall when we watch "Gifted" to find out!

Welcome to UU Orientation – THIS Sunday, August 25

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.

For more info or to register for Welcome to UU, contact: Laura McBride: 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.

Screening of Movie “Bad Faith”

Hospitality Training Session - Saturday, September 14

Come Get in “Good Trouble” with Us (John Lewis)!

Youth RE Team Looking for a Book Shelf

The Youth RE Team is looking for a bookshelf that would hold some tall children’s picture books. If you have one to donate that might work, please contact Norma Bailey at [email protected] or at 989-560-3952.

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UUFoM's CUUPs Upcoming Events

UUFoM's CUUPs leader, Scott Malusi, has invited UUFCM to upcoming UUFoM CUUPs events. For questions on these events, or anything UUFoM CUUPs related, please contact Scott Malusi at [email protected]. Come join the fun and BUILD COMMUNITY with us.

CUUPs Drum Circle
Sunday, August 25, 12:00-1:00 PM
UUFoM Grounds

If you have hand drums or tambourines, please bring them along! If not, no worries—there will be some available for use.
Sam will be leading a discussion on the "mundane" aspects of trancework, so come prepared with patience and an open mind, ready to explore an organic altered state, wherever it may take us.
Please wear sensible shoes and dress in clean, neutral colors for both protection and versatility. For an added layer of spiritual cleanliness or protection, you may also wear a neutral-colored head covering or veil.
Children who can follow simple beats are encouraged to participate.

Spiritual Swap and Autumnal Equinox Celebration
UUFoM Grounds
Sunday September 22, 12:00-2:00 PM
CUUPs is hosting their annual sharing and swap- expanded this year to celebrate inclusion and the change of season.

Please bring anything that no longer serves you to give away/swap/or sell. Some examples: books, herbs, stones/crystals, card decks, meditation or magical tools, nature items, artistic creations, extra produce from your harvest…or anything you wish to share that has or supports meaning in your life (spiritual, secular or otherwise).
We will also celebrate the equinox with some autumn themed crafts to do (fun for kids and adults).
Bring a table on which to place your items (we will have extra, if needed) and a chair or blanket to sit.

Donate Now!

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

Team and Committee Leaders

Scam Alert

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Annual UUFCM Picnic - THIS Sunday, August 18

Please join us for the UUFCM Annual Picnic at Isabella Township Park in Rosebush at 1:00pm on Sunday, August 18. Please bring your own table service. Hamburgers, hotdogs, veggie dogs, water, iced tea, and lemonade will be provided.

Sign-up sheets for helping and additional food will be available online (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B48ACA622A6FE3-50293047-uufcm.) We look forward to seeing you there!

Worship Matters

We will gather online via Zoom and in person this Sunday, August 18, to worship with with Rev. Drew Frantz, who will present "Summer Changes." The Zoom call starts at 10:00am for social time, and the service starts at 10:30am.

"This summer has seen historic events in the nation and the world. Within Unitarian Universalism, our General Assembly in June changed the way we express our values. Putting these changes in perspective helps us also to understand what remains the same."

Zoom Invitation for Sunday Service:
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Upcoming Services

August 18: Summer Changes
August 25: Water Ingathering

If you happen to miss being in worship, please check out Sunday Services on our website for sermon video and/or text. 2023 and prior year sermon video and/or text are located under Sermon Archives.

Minister’s Column

On Saturday I was watching the Olympics with my wife and sister-in-law, and I was moved by a race on the track and the story behind it. Often I focus on the athletes from the USA—as does the network covering the games. (An American network whose first audience is American, this makes sense.) This story, however, was about a runner from Kenya, Faith Kipyegon, and her attempt to win her event for the third Olympics in a row.

Read the column here.

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 7pm
Central Michigan Sangha - Tuesdays at 6:45pm
Crafty U - 3rd Fridays at 10:30am (starting September 20)
First Friday Potluck - First Fridays at 6:30pm
Game Night - 3rd Mondays at 7pm
Movie Night - 4th Saturdays at 7pm
UU Discussion Group - Wednesdays at 10am
UUFCM Men’s Group - 1st Mondays at 7pm on Zoom
UUFCM Women's Circle - TONIGHT!
Welcome to UU Orientation - Last Sundays at 12:30pm

Team Meetings
Caring Committee - Friday, August 16, at 12:00pm
Shared Ministry Team - Wednesday, August 21, at 4:00pm

First Meeting of the UUFCM Women’s Circle - TONIGHT, August 15

The Women's Circle is a program for UUFCM women to get together once a month to discuss whatever the group is interested in.

Our first meeting is TONIGHT, Thursday, August 15, at 7:00pm in the UUFCM Sanctuary. The meeting is open to all UUFCM women. Contact Joyce Henricks (989.400.9743; [email protected]) if you have any questions or need further information.

Special Plate Collection This Sunday – The CCN Food Pantry

This Sunday, a collection will be taken to support the CCN Food Pantry as the need for food continues to be great for some of our neighbors in our community You can put a donation into the passed plate on Sunday, 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 CCN Food Pantry in the memo.

Picking Vegetables at George's "Farm!" THIS Saturday, August 17

The Youth RE program is inviting all young people to pick vegetables for the Soup Kitchen at the “farm” of George Lentz on Saturday, August 17. We’ll meet at the church at 9:00am, carpool out together, pick veggies, and have lemonade and snacks together. Please let any member of the Youth RE team know if you plan to join us – Norma Bailey, Carla Jensen, Jennifer Davis and Monica Jean.

Game Night! THIS Monday, August 19

We meet on the 3rd Monday from 7:00-9:00pm 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! Questions? Contact James Scott ([email protected]).

Movie Night - Saturday, August 24

Hospitality Training Session - Saturday, September 14

Come Get in “Good Trouble” with Us (John Lewis)!

Youth RE Team Looking for a Book Shelf

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Donate Now!

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

Team and Committee Leaders

Scam Alert

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First Friday Potluck – This Friday, August 2

Worship Matters

We will gather online via Zoom and in person this Sunday, August 4, to worship with with Laura McBride as Worship Leader and Kurt Roeder, who will present a "Summer Reflection." The Zoom call starts at 10:00am for social time, and the service starts at 10:30am.

"Welcome to summer! Summer worship will be different and somewhat shorter; we will still have a hymn, chalice lighting and extinguishing, sharing of joys and sorrows, and an offertory. However, each Sunday a different member of the congregation will briefly reflect on one of the following prompts: “What I would have done differently in my life” OR “What I wish I would have known as a younger person,” and then we will open up discussion in response to their reflection. We hope you will join us each Sunday for our summer worship series, which runs through August 11."

Zoom Invitation for Sunday Service:
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Upcoming Services

August 11: Summer Worship Series - Katie Zapoluch

If you happen to miss being in worship, please check out Sunday Services on our website for sermon video and/or text. 2023 and prior year sermon video and/or text are located under Sermon Archives.

Minister’s Column

There is no minister’s column this week because Rev. Drew is away on vacation. He will be back in the office on August 12.

Read previous columns here.

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.

- Welcome to UU Orientation - Last Sundays at 12:30pm
- UUFCM Men’s Group - 1st Mondays at 7pm on Zoom
- Game Night - 3rd Mondays at 7pm
- Central Michigan Sangha - Tuesdays at 6:45pm
- UU Discussion Group - Wednesdays at 10am
- Choir Rehearsal - Wednesdays at 7pm Resumes August 14
- First Friday Potluck - First Fridays at 6:30pm
- Movie Night - 4th Saturdays at 7pm

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
Coordinating Team - Sunday, August 4, at 12:00pm
Worship Team - Thursday, August 8, at 7:00pm

Summer Schedule

Minister’s Time Off

Rev. Drew will be off and will return August 12. Although regular office hours are suspended for the summer, you may still contact Drew with any urgent Fellowship business if needed, or with significant pastoral care needs. Texting 440-935-0129 is the best way to reach Rev. Drew.

August 6 Primary and Early Voting

A reminder that August 6 is the date of the Michigan Primary with polls open from 7:00am – 8:00pm.

Early voting will occur for nine days: July 27 – August 4.
- Early voting for Mt. Pleasant and Union Township will take place 8:00am – 4:00pm at Powers Hall, Central Michigan University, on Washington Street.
- Early voting for all other townships will take place 8:00am – 4:00pm at the Commission on Aging, on Lincoln Street.
The League of Women Voters provides www.vote411.org for information about candidates, ballot measures, your voter registration, your polling place, drop box location and more. To see the entire ballot for other areas of the county visit: https://www.isabellacounty.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Isabella-August-2024-OFFICIAL-V3B.pdf
Remember: when casting a vote in the August Primary, voters may only vote in one party column. If you decide to vote in the Democratic primary, you cannot cast a vote in the Republican primary - and vice-versa. If a vote is cast in both party's columns, the ballot will be invalidated.

Infant Pantry Collection – THIS Sunday, August 4

Make Joyful Noise!

The Joyful Noise Choir will begin rehearsals for the fall starting on Wednesday, August 14 at 7:00pm. If you like to sing – even if you don’t read music – now would be a perfect time to join us as we are beginning to learn new music! Contact Norma Bailey at 989-560-3952 or [email protected] if you have questions.

Lammas Ritual - This Sunday, August 4

In Earth-based traditions, Lammas is usually celebrated on August 1, honoring the first harvest of the season. The days are starting to grow shorter, but the weather is at its peak of warmth and sunshine.

We invite those of you who are interested to participate on Sunday, August 4. We hold the ritual promptly at 6:00pm, in hybrid format (in-person/Zoom).

Picking Vegetables at George's "Farm!"

Annual UUFCM Picnic - Sunday, August 18

Please join us for the UUFCM Annual Picnic at Isabella Township Park in Rosebush at 1:00pm on Sunday, August 18.

Please bring your own table service. Hamburgers, hotdogs, veggie dogs, water, iced tea, and lemonade will be provided.

Sign-up sheets for helping and additional food will be available online (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B48ACA622A6FE3-50293047-uufcm) and at the UU Building. We look forward to seeing you there!

Women’s Circle - Fall Start!

Exciting news! The Women's Circle is a program for UUFCM women to get together once a month to discuss whatever the group is interested in. There is enough interest to restart the Women's Circle this fall. If you'd like to join and help determine the meeting times, please reach out to Joyce Henricks at [email protected] to be added to the contact list.

Youth RE Team Looking for a Book Shelf

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We Are Invited!

UU Fellowship of Midland's Summer Picnic Potluck
Wednesday, August 7 (drop by after 4:00pm)
Plymouth Park, Midland MI - Shelter F

You're invited to a summer picnic potluck at Plymouth Park! Bring your family for an unforgettable evening filled with delicious food, fun activities, and great company. Burgers, hot dogs, and vegetarian dishes are provided!

Please bring a dish to pass!

RSVP: Online (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B48ACA622A6FE3-50116400-uufoms)
(Bathrooms and parking on-site; ADA-accessible picnic tables)

Donate Now!

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

Team and Committee Leaders

Scam Alert

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