eNews for Thursday, February 9

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eNews for Thursday, February 9

Happy Birthday!

In February, we celebrate the birthdays of Annette Pratt, George Lentz, David Allan, Katie Zapoluch, Kris Los, Laura McBride, and Glenn Lewandos. For the year to come, we wish them much joy, good health for body and mind, and new (ad)ventures. May it be so.

Worship Matters

We will gather online via Zoom and in person this Sunday, February 12 to worship together with our minister Rev. Drew Frantz in collaboration with Rev. Eric Seversen of the UUFoM who will present “Growing into Our Future.” The Zoom call starts at 10:15 for social time, and the service starts at 10:30.

In this service, we will join the UU Fellowship of Midland by Zoom. Both congregations will participate in various elements of the service. This week we will use the UUFoM Zoom link.

“We have the awesome responsibility and privilege of choosing how we define ourselves, express our values, and remain relevant in a changing world. Join us for a joint Zoom service between the fellowships of Midland and Mount Pleasant as we explore the evolution of our two congregations and how we might grow closer in the future.”

Zoom Invitation for February 12 – please note that this is not our regular UUFCM Worship link.

Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 943984845
Passcode: 62201162

One tap mobile
+13126266799,,943984845#

Phone - audio only
+1 312 626 6799

Upcoming Services
February 19: Love in Action

If you happen to miss being in worship, please check out our website sermon archive for sermon video and/or text.

Minister’s Column

The first sound check went fine. On the second sound check, everything went sideways…
Read more here.

Staying Safe in COVID and Flu Season

A new variant of COVID is spreading and the risk of influenza in Michigan is high. The best tool to prevent the spread of disease and to limit the severity of infection is to get vaccinated and boosted. At our UUFCM events, masks remain optional and encouraged. Please don't attend if you are sick! The current list of UUFCM COVID policies may be found on our website.

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.

- Sunday Worship
- Welcome to UU Orientation - Last Sunday of the month 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
- First Friday Potluck - First Fridays at 6:30pm
- Coffee House Open Mic - Cancelled until further notice
- Path to Membership Workshop - Saturday, February 18 at 1pm
- A Light-Hearted Introduction to Judaism - February 18 at 3pm
- Movie Night - Saturday, February 25 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
UUFCM Board - Sunday, February 12 at 1:00pm
Adult RE Team - Monday, February 13 at 7pm
Social Justice Coordinating Team - Tuesday, February 14 at 7pm

If you are interested in helping any of these teams or committees, please fill out the Volunteer Opportunity Form if you haven’t already.

Lost and Found

Have you been looking for your favorite water bottle, serving dish, bread basket, or salad bowl? They are most likely in our large collection of items left behind. Check them out in the fellowship hall!

Youth RE Pizza Party - February 12

We are making pizza! 5-6 large pizzas will be created, including gluten-friendly, dairy-free, meat-free, tropical style, and other classics. Pizzas will be available for everyone to enjoy and eat during the coffee hour – come by for a slice!

Share Your Soles - Bring Them This Sunday!

Our Share Your Soles Campaign is winding down. You only have one more month to clean out your closets (or perhaps your family’s or friends’ closets) to donate any and all shoes/boots, etc., by bringing them to the Fellowship Hall to be donated to Clothing, INC. Let’s aim for 500 by our closing date of March 14!

Path to Membership Workshop - February 18 at 1pm

This workshop is designed for those who want to understand the membership commitment to UUFCM. In this one-and-a-half to two-hour hybrid session, we explore the deeper meanings and expectations of membership and shared ministry. Please contact Laura McBride (Lmcbride010@gmail.com or 989.772.5512) by the Friday prior to the workshop if you will attend (in-person or via Zoom) so we may plan accordingly.

A Light-Hearted Introduction to Judaism - February 18

Ricky Courlander and Steve Lifson will present this Adult RE program on February 18 at 3pm in the fellowship hall. A selection of Jewish food will be served to nosh on during the presentation.

UUFoM Movies & Potluck - February 18

The UU Fellowship of Midland’s Social Justice team and Religious Education invite you to Movies & Potluck at the Fellowship on Saturday, February 18. Doors open at 4:30 pm! Movies start at 5:00 pm. Please bring a dish to pass.

Hamilton will be playing in the Sanctuary. There will be a discussion immediately following the movie.

The Greatest Showman will be playing in the McPeak room. Craft to follow the movie.

This is a family-friendly event!

Please RSVP and tell us the dish you're going to pass! You can also sign up by sending an email to office@uufom.org.

Save the Date for Building Clean-up - March 4

Please join us for our indoor clean-up at the Fellowship on Saturday, March 4, from 10:00-12:00 as we ready our building for our 20th anniversary celebration. We’ll wash windows and blinds, wipe down walls, wipe down chairs in the sanctuary and Fellowship Hall, and do some touch-up painting. All materials will be provided as well as some tasty snacks!

Join Us!

The Adult Religious Education Committee is soliciting new members to join the committee! The committee only meets a few times per year in its new format, so join us with your energy and ideas! We also are looking for ideas for an early Spring program and another for the Fall. Please contact Jodi Fisher (jbfisher121@gmail.com; 989-560-5135) about committee membership interest or program ideas.

Chalice Jewelry for Sale

Ricky Courlander is selling chalice jewelry to wear for the big 20th bash in March. The cost is $7 for earrings (available as pierced or clip-on), $7.50 for a pendant on a chain, and $4 for the charm only. Style numbers for the different chalice charms are in the photo. Simply fill out the order form and mail it with payment to Ricky at 1661 C E. Gaylord, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858. Questions? Contact Ricky at magicwalnut57@gmail.com.

• • • Community News • • •

Central Michigan International Film Festival

The Central Michigan International Film Festival (CMIFF) is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, and you're invited to join us in Mt. Pleasant for five days of independent, international, and Michigan-made films. The film fest kicks off Wednesday, February 15th and ends Sunday, February 19th. Venues include Opperman Auditorium in Park Library, the historic Broadway Theater downtown Mt. Pleasant, Celebration Cinema Mt. Pleasant, and the CMU Museum of Cultural and Natural HIstory. Tickets are only $5 and are available online, or at the door. For the complete film schedule, visit the Central Michigan International Film Festival website.

Extension of COVID Test Expiration Dates

Learn about the extended COVID test expiration dates of your at-home tests. Scroll to the bottom for the paragraph with two bullet points!

Free COVID Tests

The US government is again offering free COVID home tests. They also provide an explanation of how to secure additional tests through your insurance.

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?
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Please send all submissions to admin@uufcm.org.

Drew’s Contact Information

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

UUFCM Board of Trustees for 2022-2023
President: Stacey Pattison (989.330.1832; staceyp555@gmail.com)
Past-President: Norma Bailey (989.560.3952; normabailey.uufcm@gmail.com)
President Elect: Cynthia Damer (989.506.5750; ckdamer@gmail.com)
Treasurer: Terrie Robbie (989.400.2495; tlrobbie1@gmail.com)
Secretary: Elaine Emerick (989.621.6063; ebundy84@gmail.com)
Trustee: Victoria Sladek (989.506.7039; victoriasladek@gmail.com)
Trustee: Debbie Reid (989.854.9830; debbiereiduufcm@gmail.com)
Trustee: Penny Swart (989.330.3587; ps.unicm@gmail.com)

Team and Committee Leaders

Adult Religious Education Team - Jodi Fisher
Building, Grounds & Safety Team - Norma Bailey
Communications Coordinating Team - Debbie Reid
Fellowship Life Coordinating Team - Gisela Moffit
Membership - Laura McBride
Arms Around - Gisela Moffit
Welcome & Hospitality - Gisela Moffit
Social Fun - Jen Prout
Social Justice Coordinating Team - Norma Bailey
Worship Team - Drew Frantz
Youth Religious Education (RE) Team - Cynthia Damer
Anti-Racism Task Force - Norma Bailey
Coronavirus Task Force - Drew Frantz

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