March Newsletter - Unitarian Universalist Church of Akron

REPORTER
Newsletter of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Akron
Volume 75, Issue 3
March 2015
It is hard for me to believe that in a few short months I will have served as your
minister for six years. I can still remember my very first Sunday in the pulpit in
August of 2009. I was really nervous and so worried about making a good
impression.
But the nerves did not last for long. And the reason is all of you. From
the beginning of my ministry here at the UU Church of Akron, you have made
me feel so at home and offered me so much love and goodwill. And I have to
say that as we approach our six year anniversary together, love and goodwill
are still in the air. We’ve accomplished many wonderful things and the future is
so very bright. In fact, I can’t wait to find out what the next six years will hold!
Now that I’m approaching the end of my sixth year as a Unitarian
Universalist minister, I’m also beginning to think about my own ministry. I’m
asking myself what I would like to accomplish in the coming years and how I
would like to grow as a minister. In fact, one of the goals I have set for my
sabbatical next year is to explore and begin to work on some those areas for
growth.
In order to do that, I need your help. At my request, the Committee on
Ministries (COM) will be conducting an assessment of my ministry here at the
UU Church of Akron. Later this month, you will be receiving a brief online
survey in which you are invited to provide feedback about the various aspects
of my ministry – worship and preaching, teaching, pastoral care, social action,
etc.
Please take time to complete and then submit the survey. Although
the survey requires that you share your name, I will not see any of the individual
surveys. Rather, the COM will write summary reports of the answers to the
various questions which will then be shared with me.
And one more thing. Please be honest in your assessment and your
feedback. If there is an aspect or aspects of my ministry that you feel are
especially strong or well developed, please say so. And if there are areas in
which you feel I need to improve or grow, please share that as well. Any and all
feedback will be greatly appreciated.
My goal in requesting this assessment is to grow as a minister. I want
to grow so I can better serve you and so that we can become an even more
amazing church community than we are today. The future is so bright and the
possibilities are endless.
So please, take a few minutes to complete that survey!
Blessings,
It is Survey Monkey time again!
At the request of Reverend Tim, the
Committee on Ministries has developed a
ministerial assessment to allow our
members to comment on Reverend Tim’s
strengths in his ministry as well as his
opportunities for growth. The online
survey is concise and will only take a few
minutes of your time. There are nine
questions covering all aspects of Reverend
Tim's ministry, and a general comment
field at the end for anything you wish to
comment on further. Our goal is to provide
Reverend Tim with the most complete
overall picture possible, so we thank you in
advance for taking the time to share your
feedback. Look for the survey to launch
on March 17th. We need all results back
by April 5th please.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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MINISTER’S MUSINGS
Religious Education News, Classic Concert & Art Auction
Organ Update, Community Garden
Sunday Services; Mental Health
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Worship & Spiritual Enrichment Opportunities
HAPPENINGS , UUWA
Calendar; Attendance Info
Staff Hours and Info; Board of Trustees; UUCA Mission
RELIGIOUS ED NEWS
Social Action Coalition is co-sponsoring
a free training March 26-27!
UUCA will host ~ come one or both days 9am-5pm
~ lunch provided!
The Children Are Watching
In her fascinating book All the Joy and No Fun - The Paradox of
Modern Parenthood, author Jennifer Senior points out that
raising children can have a redemptive effect on the lives of
parents, and that this in turn helps parents become better
persons and role models.
THEATRE OF THE OPPRESSED WORKSHOP
So you want to change the world? / Don't spectate!
Participate!
Theatre of the Oppressed is used around the world
to:
-Examine structural oppression
-Collectively propose solutions
-Activate bottom-up change
This FREE T.O. training uses theatre-based activities
to examine and overcome oppression. Audiences get
actively involved and suggest actions and ideas. This
leads to concrete action that can change the world
through immediate application in communities,
schools, and organizations.
Please RSVP your presence
at afscworkshops@gmail.com since lunch is provided, or contact Sarah at culver1997@roadrunner.com
or 330-327-4600.
For more info: http://www.afsc.org/event/theatre-
Citing social research, she concludes that parents serve their
children's development well by telling their own stories of
successes and failures, building up a “redemptive narrative”
which shows that life's challenges can be met and overcome. In
the section titled “Legacies” researcher Dan McAdams says that
”adults most concerned about bequeathing something
meaningful to the next generation are more inclined to tell stories
about renewal and reinvention. They invest considerable time,
money and energy into long term ventures whose long-term
payoff is hardly a sure bet. Raising children, teaching Sunday
School, agitating for social change, working to build up social
institutions --- involve as much frustration and failure as
fulfillment. Yet they show again and again that suffering can be
overcome; that redemption typically follows life's setbacks.”
Senior, in examining parents’ pride in their children’s
development says this; Parental pride “can stem, and often does,
from their simple transformation into moral, compassionate
creatures. All children start their lives as tiny narcissists. Yet
somewhere along the line --almost without your noticing-- they
begin to appreciate suffering and want very much to assuage
it. They bring you soup when you get sick. They tell you about
keeping their mouths shut at lunch because their friends were
discussing a birthday party and not everyone present was
invited. And you realize that all the love you showed along the
way, all the lectures you gave about compassion and grace and
respect – it has somehow all managed to stick.”
A core message in Senior’s book is that parents are being
shaped by their children at least as much as they are shaping the
children themselves. We are, in effect, redeeming one another
as we listen to the stories of each other’s lives. And our children
are learning by watching what we do.
In faith and Love,
uuca.roberts@juno.com
Rich
MARCH RE SCHEDULE
3/1 YOUTH SERVICE/COYA
3/8 REGULAR RE CLASSES
3/15 NO RE CLASSES
3/22 COYA LEADERSHIP
3/29 REGULAR RE CLASSES
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Important organ uupdate
You may have noticed less organ music (or occasional strange noises coming from the pipes) during our Sunday morning worship
services. Although our pipe organ has long been an important part of worship services, the instrument has reached the end of its
useful service life. The organ has stops that no longer work, missing registers, and the instrument no longer holds pitch for extended
periods of time.
Last year, a task force explored options for repairing or replacing our current pipe organ. Here is a brief summary of the task force
findings:
• The estimated cost to repair the current pipe organ is approximately $45,000.
• Purchase of a new pipe organ is not only cost prohibitive, but there are also significant routine maintenance costs associated with
this type of instrument.
• Advances in new technology allow electronic organs to reproduce the sound and feel of pipe organs without the costs and ongoing maintenance requirements.
Last year, members of the Organ Task Force visited a local church to hear a Rodgers electronic organ…..the sound was truly amazing! The group learned that even in mint condition, the sound quality of our pipe organ would be no match for a high quality electronic organ like the one we heard. We also learned that we can transition to a new, electronic organ while preserving the existing
look and feel of the sanctuary. So the task force recommended the purchase of a Rodgers electronic organ and the Board of Trustees
approved that recommendation.
Now our attention has turned to how we will pay for a new organ. Earlier this church year, the Board of Trustees appointed another
task force to explore funding options to raise the almost $56,000 needed to purchase a Rodgers electronic organ. It was immediately
decided that none of the required funding will be drawn from the annual budget or from your pledges that support the budget. Instead, the task force is recommending a brief, targeted capital campaign to fund the purchase of a new organ. The task force will
share more details on the capital campaign during our upcoming congregational meeting in April. The task force is also planning an
informational meeting and field trip(s) for congregation members interested in learning more about the state of our current organ and
hearing the sound quality associated with an electronic organ.
For many years, the leadership of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Akron has demonstrated good stewardship of our precious
resources. After careful deliberation, members of both the Board and the Task Force have concluded that replacing our current organ with a high quality, electronic organ is the best path to support our beloved music ministry.
We recognize that the prospect of a new capital campaign and the purchase of a new organ is a process that is certain to generate
questions and comments. The Organ Task Force welcomes the opportunity to answer any questions you may have. Please feel free
to be in touch with Rev. Tim or any member of the task force. And we look forward to sharing more information with you at the
congregational meeting in April.
Sincerely,
Rev. Tim, Don Malarcik, Bev Hurd, Jack Ryder, Dottie Clark, Toby Rosenthal
It’s time to THINK SPRING! And that means opening up our church garden for the upcoming growing
season. Our first work day has been planned for Sunday, March 29th following the service. We will be
preparing the beds, planting seeds and cleaning up the garden area. You do not have to be an accomplished gardener to participate. Most of us are learning as we go. All you need are garden gloves
and a willing spirit. Please join us on the 29th!
Questions? Contact Karen Hoch
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SUNDAY WORSHIP
10:30 A.M. SUNDAY SERVICES
Sunday, March 1 at 10:30 a.m.
Youth Service — Perception & Deception The Kaleidoscope
Join us as we explore our human senses; their perceptions and
limitations, their differences among us, how they can mislead us, and
those things that cannot be perceived by our human senses but are
nevertheless real.
The UUCA High School Class
Sunday, March 8 at 10:30 a.m.
“Visionary
Radicals: The Transcendentalists”
Rev. Tim Temerson & Rob Sturr
Transcendentalism was a radical intellectual and social movement
that flourished in American life during the middle of the 19th century.
Led by former Unitarian minister, Ralph Waldo Emerson,
Transcendentalism sought to break down dead tradition and to
unlock human potential by inspiring people to develop, in Emerson’s
words, “an original relationship with the universe.” Join us as we
explore some key aspects of Transcendentalism and its importance
for Unitarian Universalism. Today’s service kicks off an upcoming
class on Transcendentalism and you are invited to sign up for the
class during Coffee Hour.
Sunday, March 22 at 10:30 a.m.
“A Long
Time Coming: Celebrating
Marriage Equality
Carol Dobbins & Linda Hale,
Katie Fry & Sue Lacy,
Rev. Tim Temerson
In just a few short months, marriage equality will, at
long last, be the law of land, including here in Ohio.
Join us as we celebrate this long overdue victory for
love and commitment, justice and civil rights. Two
recently married couples from our congregation will
share their stories and the impact marriage equality
has had on their lives.
Sunday, March 29 at 10:30 a.m.
Be the Lion
Rev. Kristen Rohm, Southwest Unitarian
Universalist Church
Sunday, March 15 at 10:30 a.m.
The Water of Life: An Interdependence Day Celebration
Water sustains our lives and all of life. Water quenches our thirst,
nourishes our food, stirs our souls, and excites our imagination.
Today we will explore and celebrate the place of water in our lives
and on our planet through story, song, and ritual. We will also
consider the connection between water and justice through the work
of the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee. Today’s service is
intergenerational and features the musical talents of the UU Band.
What does it mean to have spiritual courage, to live
our lives truthfully and boldly? Let’s explore how we
can all be brave and authentic in our daily lives rather
than the grand or heroic actions we might imagine
with the word courage. Today we welcome Rev.
Kristen Rohm from the Southwest UU Church in
North Royalton to our congregation as part of a pulpit
exchange with Rev. Tim.
Mental Health Ministry Updates:
“There is no health without mental health”
We are pleased to announce two new components of our mental health ministry program, based on input from our church
community. First, beginning in March we will launch a support group for UUCA community members. It is open to anyone in our
church community who has a mental health disorder or a family member or friend with a mental health disorder. The group will meet
on the 3rd Monday of each month, beginning on 3/16/2015 at 7:00 P.M.,
This peer-support group will be co-facilitated by Becky Dempster and Pam Garn. The group will provide a safe, confidential, community for people to be honest about mental illness and its impact in their lives. The group will provide needed support to
reduce isolation and will empower people to face their situation and help give validation that they are OK as a person while dealing
with mental illness. It will provide positive role models and encouragement that it is recovery is possible.
If you are interested in learning more about the group, or would like to join the group, please email Becky Dempster or Pam
Garn Nunn .Before joining the group, potential members will need to review a description of group guidelines and goals and agree to
abide by them. These can be accessed from Pam or Becky and will also be available during coffee hour on Sunday, March 1.
We will also be offering a workshop in April for families and friends of those dealing with mental health disorders. It will
be open to both our church community and to the public. Attendees will learn about the understandable emotional reactions of family
members and friends who are caring for people with mental health disorders, and more effective ways of communicating with them.
Information about NAMI Summit Country will also be included. More information will be available during coffee hour on March 1.
We promise that you will be both comforted and enlightened!
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WORSHIP & SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Visionary Radicals:
The Transcendentalists
“FIRST FRIDAY” HIGH-ENERGY
DRUM CIRCLE!
FRIDAY, MARCH 6 AT 7:00 P.M.
Rev. Tim Temerson & Rob Sturr
Transcendentalism was a radical intellectual and social
movement that flourished in American life during the
middle of the 19th century. Led by Ralph Waldo Emerson, a visionary philosopher and former Unitarian minister, the Transcendentalists sought to break down dead
tradition and to unlock human potential. This course will
explore the ideas and impact of this small but fiery group
of writers, poets, and reformers. We will seek to define
what Emerson meant when he called for human beings
to have “an original relation to the universe” and to pursue a “religion by revelation” instead of inheriting the
stale creeds and rituals of past generations. Throughout
its history, Unitarian Universalism has been shaped by
Transcendentalism, and modern UUs can learn a great
deal from the writing and ideas of Emerson, Margaret
Fuller, Henry David Thoreau, Theodore Parker, and others.
Five Sessions offered in two sections
Tuesdays 7-8:30 PM &
Thursdays 10-11:30AM
Classes begin on March 24 &26 and will meet
every two weeks
There is no charge for the class. Please contact
the church office to register.
uuakronoffice@gmail.com
The First Friday Intergenerational Drum Circle is
energizing, relaxing, fun and great for all ages.
Please bring a drum or something to drum on—
it can be as simple as a pot and wooden spoon!
Drum, dance, chant or just sit and groove out to the beat!!
No experience needed. Discover your inner drummer!
UU CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
WEDNESDAY, March 11 AT 7:00 P.M.
Do you find truth and wisdom in the life and teachings of
Jesus? If so, you are invited to join the UU Church of
Akron Christian Fellowship. We are now finishing our
discussion of T he Hidden Gospel:Decoding the Spiritual
Message of the Aramaic Jesus by Neil Douglas-Klotz,
and we will be selecting our next book.
The Unitarian Universalist Christian Fellowship (UUCF)
is a national movement interested in exploring liberal
Christianity and composed of non-creedal followers of
Jesus. If you have questions, please contact Ruth Huber
FREE
HOT
NEWCOMERS
CIRCLE
Volunteers needed!
REV. TIM’S OFFICE HOURS
SUNDAY, MARCH 15 12:00 - 12:30 P.M.
The Membership committee invites you to join us for
a monthly Newcomers Circle! Rev. Tim Temerson
and several lay leaders will be available to discuss
Unitarian Universalism and our church community,
and to answer your questions. No sign-up is required,
just drop in for 30 minutes of fellowship and
conversation.
4th SATURDAY
OF EVERY
MONTH
12:00 P.M.
Join Rev. Tim for a Brown Bag Lunch
every THURSDAY AT NOON.
Drop-in hours on Thursdays,
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Tim is also available by appointment
Tuesday through Thursday;
some evening hours available.
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MEETINGS & EVENTS
►SACRED SINGING CIRCLE
.►SPANISH CONVERSATION
Tuesdays, March 10 & 24, 7 pm Women’s Sacred Singing Circle
Look into your sister’s eyes and share voice and spirit through
song. All women are invited to join. No experience necessary.
Meets 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. For more info contact Linda Hale,
Sacred Women's Singing Circle is having a potluck Tuesday
March 24th at 5:30 pm. Come bring your family, listen to heart
touching and healing music. Sing or listen you will enjoy this
gathering. Children welcome no child care.
Here is a great opportunity to improve your Spanish. Native
speaker. Carlos Vara , from Spain, will offer 45 minutes of
Spanish conversation, March 1st , 8th, and 15th. We will have
discussion from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Get your coffee and
bring it to the session in 403. ALL ARE WELCOME! NO SIGN UP
NECESSARY!
►LUNAFEST FILM FESTIVAL
THURSDAY, MARCH 16, 2015 AT 7:00 P.M.
March 14, Saturday 3 pm and 7 pm (childcare available at
this showing)
Tickets: $10 online at www.uuWakron.org
$12 at door (subsidized tickets available, email uuWakron@gmail.com if
in need)
The LUNAFEST® film festival is dedicated to promoting awareness
about women's issues, highlighting women filmmakers, and bringing
women together in their communities. This unique film festival highlights
women as leaders in society, illustrated through nine short films by
women filmmakers. The films range from animation to fictional drama,
and cover topics such as women’s health, motherhood, body image,
aging, cultural diversity and breaking barriers. All proceeds from
LUNAFEST will benefit the Breast Cancer Fund and UUWA
programming.
►UU MEN’S LUNCH
►NONFICTION BOOK GROUP
The next book for the UU Non-Fiction Book group will be "Miracle
of the Kurds" by Stephen Mansfield. The highly acclaimed book
recounts a remarkable story of hope reborn in Northern Iraq. The
next meeting of the group will be Monday, March 16, 2015 at 7:00
PM at the church. Please join us for energetic, thought provoking
discussion. No advanced notification is required. Just show up.
TUESDAY, MARCH 10 AT 12 NOON
The UUCA Men's Group usually meets for lunch at Papa Joe's in
the Valley on the second Tuesday of every month. For more info
or to let the group know you plan to attend, please contact Leon
Marker
►UUWA MEETING
March 20, Friday
►2ND ANNUAL UUCA SPRING ART
10:30 business meeting
11:15 Program: Changing Roles of Women through History
12:00 Lunch, $8, reservations required UUWAkron@gmail.com ,
330.666.5921
Although American women won the right to vote in 1920, broader
economic and social change has been a longer time coming, and
the pace of progress often has been uneven. Join us as we
explore the changing roles of women through history.
SHOW
Sponsored by the UUWA and the UUCA Artisans Guild
Opening reception Thursday, April 9, 7-9 pm
Exhibit runs April 10-26
This year’s show is the second in the tradition of past art shows
sponsored by prominent UUCA members. It celebrates art as a symbol
of the re-creation and blithe spirit that we welcome and glorify in the
Spring of the year.
All members of the UU Church of Akron are invited to display a sample
of their art work.
If you are interested, applications are available in the office, from Carol
Dobbins or downloadable from our webpage at www.UUWAkron.org.
Applications are due by MARCH 27th.
Spring
►WOMEN’S BOOK GROUP
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4
Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver will be discussed at the
March 4th meeting of the Women’s Book Discussion Group. The
group meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.
at the church. All women are welcome to join this friendly group
for a lively discussion. Questions? Contact Mary Petrich
Cleaning! Saturday
March 21!
See Linda Ryder!
►TAI CHI CLASS
EVERY MONDAY AT 6:00 P.M.
Taught by our own Diana Pawloski!
Yang Style Tai Chi is used to gently stimulate the internal organs,
exercise the body, calm the nervous system and loosen the joints.
It may be done standing or sitting. Tai Chi is for people of any
age, requires no special equipment and can be performed in
ordinary street clothes. An art for peace of mind. For more
information, contact Diana Pawloski
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Sunday Service starts at 10:30 a.m.
Fellowship Hour takes place from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
SUNDAY
MONDAY
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TUESDAY WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
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11:30am—UUWA
Equal Exchange Store
11:45am—Blood Press
11:45am-Spanish
Conv.
11:45am—July Fair Mtg
12:00pm—Caring
12:00pm—COYA
12:00pm—Young
AdUUlts
6:00pm—Tai Chi
6:30pm—Grief
Group
7:00pm—
Enlightenment
Experience
9:30am—CC
11:00am—Staff Mtg.
10:00am—Spanish 6:30pm—FAA
7:00pm—Women's Book
Group
7:45pm—DA
8:00pm—AA
NO BB LUNCH
7:00pm—CC
7:00pm—Spanish
7:00pm—SAA
6:00pm—Yoga
10:00am—Daisy
7:00pm—Drum Circle Scouts
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10:00am—Spanish
12:00pm—UU
Men’s Lunch at
Papa Joe’s
1:30pm—Staff Mtg.
6:30pm—FAA
7:00pm—UU Band
7:00pm—UUCF
7:45pm—DA
8:00pm—AA
12:00pm—Brown Bag
Lunch with Rev. Tim
6:30pm—COM
7:00pm—Spanish
7:00pm—SAA
6:00pm—Yoga
7:00pm—Noetics
10:00am—OMD SI
3:00PM—LUNA
FEST
7:00PM—LUNA
FEST
DAYLIGHT SAVING 6:00pm—Tai Chi
6:30pm—MSVMB
TIME BEGINS!!!
11:30 SAC TABLE 7:00pm—
FRIDAY
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SATURDAY
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11:45am-Spanish
Conv.
12:00pm—PUURLS
4:00pm—Art of Living
Enlightenment
Experience
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11:45am-Spanish
Conv.
12:00pm—Newcomers
Circle
12:00pm—Young
AdUUlts
4:00pm—Art of Living
6:00pm—Tai Chi
7:00pm—
Enlightenment
Experience
7:00pm—Mental
Health Support
Group
7:00pm—Non
Fiction Book
9:30am—CC
10:00am—Spanish
7:30pm—Sierra
Club
11:00am—Staff Mtg.
6:30pm—FAA
7:45pm—DA
8:00pm—AA
12:00pm—Brown Bag
Lunch with Rev. Tim
7:00pm—SAA
7:00pm—Spanish
7:00pm—CC
10:30am—UUWA
6:00pm—Yoga
SANCTUARY
CLEANING
10:00AM—Food for
Thought
7:00pm—COYA
CLASSIC
CONCERT
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12:00pm—COYA
Ldrshp.
4:00pm—Art of Living
6:00pm—Tai Chi
7:00pm—
Enlightenment
Experience
7:00pm—Artisans
Guild
5:00pm—Sacred
Singing Potluck
7:00pm—
Transcendentalism
Class
11:00am—Staff Mtg.
6:30pm—FAA
7:00pm—Board
7:45pm—DA
8:00pm—AA
9:00am—Theatre of the
Oppressed
10:00am—
Transcendentalism Class
12:00pm—Brown Bag
Lunch with Rev. Tim
7:00pm—SAA
6:00pm—Yoga
FJM Hot Meal Prep
9:00am—COSE
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12:00pm—Young
AdUUlts
2:00pm—Family
Promise Walk
4:00pm—Art of Living
6:00pm—Tai Chi
7:00pm—
Enlightenment
Experience
9:30am—CC
4:00pm—Pastoral
Assoc
7:00pm—Sacred
Singing Circle
STILL
WORKING
ON
CALENDAR
PAGE
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME BEGINS ON SUNDAY,
MARCH 8
REMEMBER TO TURN YOUR CLOCKS AHEAD ONE
HOUR
SERVICE ATTENDANCE
January 4
January 11
January 18
January 26
12:15PM—
FREE MEAL
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PRESIDENT
REPORTER
Published monthly
Deadline: the 15th of every month
Articles for submission may be sent to the church,
faxed to 330-836-3106 or emailed to uuakronoffice@gmail.com
Minister
Director of Religious Education
Church Administrator
Sexton
Director of Music
Keyboard Artist
RE Assistant
Bookkeeper
Reporter Layout & Design
Reporter Editor
Brown Bag Lunch at noon every Thursday
Drop-in hours on Thursday 10:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m.
Tim is also available by appointment Tuesday through Thursday;
some evening hours are available.
DRE RICH: Call for appointment.
Yamini Adkins
PRESIDENT-ELECT
TREASURER
Sandy Auburn
Deb Johnson
BOARD MEMBERS
Rev. Tim Temerson
Rich Roberts
Carolyn Stevens
Brittney Gustavel
Bob Carlyon
Brian Laakso
Carolyn Stevens
Sue Michael
Carolyn Stevens
Margaret Olds
OFFICE HOURS:
TUES. — FRI. 9:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
REV. TIM:
SECRETARY
Don Malarcik
Andy Agrawal, Administration
Bev Hurd, Mission
Dave Cremers, Priorities
Diane Rasey, Program
The UUCA is a
“Welcoming Congregation”
that warmly and openly encourages
the full participation of gay, lesbian,
bisexual and transgender people
in the life of the congregation.
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH
3300 MOREWOOD RD.
AKRON, OH 44333
Phone: (330) 836-2206 Fax: (330) 836-3106
Email: uuakronoffice@gmail.com
Website: www.uuakron.org
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MISSION OF THE
UU CHURCH OF AKRON
We are a welcoming and loving community for all, dedicated to
meaningful and inspirational worship and lifelong spiritual growth.
We find strength in diversity and commit to be a prominent force for
social justice and stewardship of the earth.
We aspire to take very good care of ourselves,
each other and the world.
Developed by the Congregation at Searching for the Future
Mission–Vision Workshops February 26th – 28th, 2010
Approved by the Congregation April 25, 2010
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