Current Events
Mindful Meditation Circle — a group that meets every 1st and 3rd Sunday. The group will explore the Buddha’s discourse on breathing, by reviewing a different topic each time. Meetings will include an opportunity to experience the topic through a guided meditation. The next meeting is October 4, in the Youth RE room. The meditation will be Thich Nhat Hanh’s Calm-Ease.
Sisters Over Sixty-Five — We meet the 2nd Thursday of the month at the Meetinghouse in the choir room, from 10:30 to Noon. All are welcome. Our next meeting is October 8.
Green Mindfulness — On October 10 at 10am, join Rev Ryan Ely at Lindenwood Nature Preserve for a morning inspired by Shinrin-Yoku or “Forest Bathing”. Let’s spend time in nature together practicing mindfulness. Expect a self-guided walk with a touch of framing guidance for mindful engagement.
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 October 11. Everyone is welcome to join in the discussion.
qUUeer — This LGBTQIA+ group invites their allies to join them at 12:15 on the 2nd Sunday of the month in the library of the Meetinghouse. Their next meeting is October 11. This open meeting is for the purpose of planning future outreach events and volunteer opportunities.
Intro to Capoeira Angola — An introduction to this Afro-Brazilian martial practice will be led by Rev Ryan Ely at UUCFW on October 13 at 6:30pm. Loose-fitting pants and athletic shoes required.
UUJME — On Thursday, October 15 at 6:30pm our local Chapter of Unitarian Universalists for Justice in the Middle East will host a presentation by Rabbi Brant Rosen in the sanctuary. Brant is the retired rabbi of the anti-Zionist synagogue, Tzedek Chicago. He was Midwest Regional Director of American Friends Service Committee, and a founder of Jewish Voice for Peace Rabbinical Council. This event is sponsored by the Indiana Center for Middle East Peace and is free and open to the public.
MidAmerica Startup Event — In conjunction with two of the MidAmerica Regional Staff the whole congregation will have a potluck meal and discussion on Friday, October 23 at 6pm. We will address hopes and questions about our new ministry, as well as many other aspects of expectations, boundaries, and communication.
Northeast Indiana Ethical Humanists — Assemblies are held the fourth Saturday of each month at the Meetinghouse. Their next gathering is on October 24.
qUUeer — This LGBTQIA+ group usually meets socially at 12:15 on the 4th Sunday of the month in the library of the Meetinghouse. Their next meeting is October 25. This meeting 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.
Sisters in Good Company Book Group — will meet in the Social Hall on October 25 at 6pm to discuss the book “The Only Woman in the Room” by Marie Benedict. Bring a snack to share.
Coffee & Conversation — Meet Rev Ryan Ely at Fortezza on October 27 at 10:30am to drink good coffee and chat about good stuff.
Jingle Bell Faire — Save the date for our biggest FUNdraiser of the year! It will be held after the service on Sunday, December 13. It’s a jolly time and all proceeds benefit UUCFW! Stay tuned for more details!
Calling all creative and artistic UU Members and Friends! — The UU Member Show in our Gallery is scheduled for the end of December through January. Bring in your creative art framed and ready to hang or small enough to fit in the display case by December 13.
Dungeons and Dragons — The Dungeons & Dragons group meets on the second Saturday of every month in the MS/HS Room at 1-4pm. If you are interested in playing, please join the D&D group in Church Center or contact Austin – he can be found in the directory.
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!
