Current Events
Streaming with Friends — This special event that was to be held after the Sunday service on February 16 will be rescheduled – check back for details! Our first Streaming with Friends event to view the documentary “Breaking Boundaries: The Science of Our Planet”. This film takes us on a journey of discovery of planetary thresholds we must not exceed, not just for the stability of our planet, but for the future of humanity. It offers up the solutions we can and must put in place now if we are to protect Earth’s life support systems. Discussion to follow. Watch the trailer here. A light lunch will be provided prior to viewing. Hosted by Advocates for Environmental Justice.
The Spiritual Work of Trans Justice & Safety — As members of the Mid-American region of the UUA, we are all eligible to participate in an upcoming workshop with Zr. Alex Kapitan of the Transforming Hearts Collective. Saturday, February 22, 10am – 3:30pm. Worship to follow at 4:30pm. Due to the generosity of an endowed fund, there is no charge to attend. Attendance is available in person or via Zoom. Register here.
Come expand your understanding of what it means to be trans and nonbinary, learn how to tell fact from fiction, and find out how to help create safety for trans people and their families in this moment. No matter who you are or how much or how little you know about gender diversity, this interactive and informative workshop will expand your mind, open your heart, and give all of us the tools we need to deepen our welcome and care for people of all genders in our community.
UU Pagans — Join us on February 22 from 5:30-7:30pm for a Crow Party. Bring your favorite trinkets, bits, and bobs to trade and share! We will have a table for everyone leave their treasures for others to enjoy and take home. Bring anything that sparks joy and might need a new home (crystals, shiny rocks, ribbons, small trinkets, candles, etc). Come and enjoy a night of socializing and fellowship with others! There will be drumming and music. Feel free to bring a dish or snack to share!
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 February 23. 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 February 23. 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.
ArtVenture — The gallery committee is hosting a bus trip to Art Institute of Chicago’s “Frida Kahlo’s Month in Paris” on April 5. We plan to leave Meijer’s Lima Rd parking lot at 7:30am and return home by 10pm. Registration before March 3 is $50. Payment after March 3 is $60. Register by contacting The Gallery with your phone number. Ticket for exhibit is not included. Click Here to buy museum tickets in advance.
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 March 13.
Race Card Project — The Fort Wayne Urban League will kickoff its 2025 Race Card Project on April 3. There will be details posted on their website along with a link to submit a 6-word statement of thoughts on race. The Urban League encourages contributions to embrace the power of expression in the continuing journey towards understanding and unity. We will have some postcards available at UUCFW and more information on ways to engage soon.
Advocates for Racial Justice — This group meets regularly to do the personal work of understanding white privilege, the community work of understanding and dismantling systemic racism, and the broader work of developing relationships with minoritized communities in our area. They will meet after the service on April 6 and May 4. Everyone is welcome to participate.
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!
