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By the time you get this newsletter, the bathrooms near the Sanctuary will be 95% complete. What is left to do? The doors will be replaced and new hardware will be put in during November. Len Martin, Sally and Pete Andersen, and Bonnie Abellera have contributed time and effort to clean, paint, build, move items […]
In Florida, ‘Powerful Little Plants’ That Protect from Big Storms By Christina Kelso Shared from 50 STATES, 50 FIXES (NYT) June 24, 2025 A curious trend is underway in Southwest Florida. Young red mangroves trees, some with nicknames like Rosie, Penelope and Dingle, are being adopted and raised in backyard gardens, at restaurant host stands, […]
We occasionally have technical issues pop up around the church with devices (mostly TVs) as well as occasional internet and network issues. If you’re willing to be called on to troubleshoot or consult on new projects, please be in touch with our Church Administrator, Adriane Pitt at office@uutallahassee.org.
6:33 PM – Called to OrderOpening words and Chalice Lighting was led by Annette Pearce. Following a check-in with all attendees, the agenda was reviewed and revised. Motion to approve agenda revisions passed. Process ObserverAnnette proposed we all serve as a “process observer”, one who gives constructive feedback regarding the processes and effectiveness of our […]
Current year pledges received in August totaled $13,248, a $3,604 increase over July, but still only 68% of the budgeted monthly pledge income. By including prepaid pledges, total current year pledges received comes to 28.8% of the annual pledge total. Prior year pledges totaling $400 were received, bringing FY 2024-25 pledges received to 96.6% of the […]
Hello, I am Valarie Howington. Attended UUCT services lately? If so, you have probably seen me with the Chalice Choir and at the piano. I am enjoying my new position as Music Director here. It’s been a pleasure getting to know so many of you in this church community. At the end of July, I […]
It’s the spookiest time of the year! Okay, I know I said last month that September is one of my favorite months, but I really love October too! As we enter this month of Cultivating Compassion (the Soul Matters theme!), we have many opportunities to uplift compassion! Read on… UUCT and I need your support […]
Attention Creative People! Plan to help design and/or paint two of the crosswalks on October 11th between 10 a.m. – Noon. Prior to that date, we will work on cleaning the crosswalks and will paint them with white primer paint so that the colors stand out better. Bring a potluck snack to share and fellowship […]
Greetings Thoughtful Food Consumers, It’s been a minute since I connected with you all since our Food for Thought group disbanded. As you recall we terminated our group to make way for a new entity that would encompass a broader view of climate justice than our food discussions did. However, that group has not materialized […]
All donations matter, as the number of households served by Manna between 2020 and 2024 has increased 185%. Donations (financial) have dropped the past couple of years. Thanks to some incredible contributions during Covid, Manna has been able to cover shortfalls the past couple of years. Those “carry forward” funds are dwindling, and prices are going […]
