Current Events
Exploring the Meaning of Faith-Based — The concept of faith-based has been politicized in America, and has influenced public policy on such issues as: women’s reproductive freedom; separation of church and state; school voucher programs for attending private and religious schools; and immigration policies toward non-Christians.
On January 23 at 1pm, Mary Reiter and Jim Boeglin will facilitate a discussion on this important issue. Please join us in the UU Social Hall to share your own stories of the impact of faith-based on your lives.
Together, let’s re-define the meaning of faith-based in American society.
HUUmanists in Action — This group meets after the service on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month to explore the history of Humanism and its application to contemporary social and community issues. Their next meeting is January 26. Everyone is welcome to join in the discussion.
qUUeer — This LGBTQIA+ group meets at 12:15 on the 4th Sunday of each month in an available classroom at the Meetinghouse. Their next meeting is January 26. This group is a safe space for members of the queer community to discuss issues, seek and give comfort and understanding, and work together toward shared goals within our UU framework. While we appreciate our many allies, this particular setting is open only to those who identify as LGBTQIA+ For more information, please send an email to quueer@uufortwayne.org or contact the minister.
UU Pagans — Please join us for the Tarot Class on January 26 at 6pm. Come learn about Tarot and Soul Cards. There will be many different kinds for you to see. Members of the Pagan group may offer readings if they feel so moved. Bring a snack to share along with your open mind and your questions. Since everyone enjoys drumming and chanting, we may do some of that if we have time. It is open to everyone. Please come learn with us.
APRI Charles Redd Scholarship Fund Kick-Off — Mark your calendars for February 2! The Advocates for Racial Justice will be hosting a fundraising lunch for the APRI Charles Redd Scholarship Fund from 12-2. This is the kick-off event to support the 2025 scholarships. Information on the menu will be forthcoming.
Sisters in Good Company — Plan to attend a movie night with snacks on Sunday, February 2. We’ll be viewing “Thelma”- A 93 year old woman is swindled out of $10,000 and goes after the perpetrators. Come enjoy this delightful movie with friends, at the Meetinghouse, 6pm.
Sisters Over Sixty-Five — Except for January, we meet the 2nd Thursday of the month at the Meetinghouse in the choir room, from 10:30 to Noon. Some of us go to lunch after the meeting. All are welcome. Our next gathering is February 13.
Kiss the Ground — February 16, 12:30 – 2:00pm. Mark your calendars now for our first Streaming with Friends event to view the documentary “Kiss the Ground”. Discussion to follow. Watch the trailer here. Heavy snacks will be provided prior to viewing. Hosted by Advocates for Environmental Justice.
Taco Ministry — This open group to meet up for lunch is held the third Sunday of the month. Their next gathering will be on February 16, restaurant TBD. Come support local business, taco-bout the sermon, and enjoy camaraderie with friends old and new. RSVP to Robyn Valdizón.
Opportunities for Stewardship —
You can raise funds for the church during your normal shopping! What better way to grow our resources than by making money on the things we already do and buy.
First, the Raise Right program (formerly known as Scrip). For those wanting to enroll in scrip the church code is: 77DDL4CC29923 Click here to enroll or download the RaiseRight app.
There are multiple options when ordering cards. You can buy eGift cards that can be printed at home or saved electronically on your phone. Or you can order physical gift cards and have them shipped to you. Click here for a list of Ship-to-Home Eligible Brands. If you have any questions, please contact our Scrip Coordinator, Kathi.
Second, you can link our congregation to your Kroger shopping! It’s easy to sign up for their Community Rewards program with our number: EM779. Then when you shop at Kroger, you will see our name at the bottom of the receipt. Learn how by clicking here.
Thank you – these small things really do make a difference!
