The Meridian
Board Minutes: November 2024
Board-Member Attendees: Chase Den Beste, Marty Beech, Annette Pearce, Kim Ross, Sally Andersen, Alden Hutchison Ex Officio: Rev. E.N. Hill The meeting began at 6:30 PM with opening words and a chalice lighting led by the minister. The minister provided an update on a staff member’s performance. The minister also clarified some of the staff…
Treasurer’s November 2024 Report to Congregation
For the fifth consecutive month pledge income has been close to 50% of the monthly budget, with November’s amount at 48%. Current year pledges received this FY totaled $9,985 in November and $46,543 fiscal year-to-date, or 18.6% of budget compared to our 41.7% target. With prepaid pledges included, current year pledge receipts are 48% of…
Message from the DRE: January 2025
Hey, party people! We have entered the totally real and not-at-all fake-sounding year of 2025! Wow. Read on for lifespan RE updates and Sunday schedules from the DRE! UUCT Parenting Circle is meeting monthly online. Join us the second Tuesday of the month in an online space after bedtime for parents and caretakers to be…
Volunteer Opportunity: AV Tech Ministry
Are you tech-savvy? Our church is looking for volunteers to help operate our multi-platform AudioVideo system for in-person worship, live streaming, and video conferencing. Key Responsibilities: – Assistance in setting up and running the sanctuary AV system for Sunday services.– Collaborate with vendors to support and troubleshoot the system as needed.– Assist in the upkeep…
The Share the Plate Program is One of the Ways that UU’s Live Their Values.
Each Sunday, the offertory plate collection is shared between UUCT and a designated non-profit organization. These organizations are nominated by UUCT Members and Supporting Friends. Each non-profit organization must meet the following criteria: Please note: Organizations currently funded by Share the Plate must be renominated to be considered for 2025-2026. The Member or Supporting Friend…
January 2025 Green Sanctuary Good News Corner
America’s 11th offshore wind farm approved On Friday, December 20th the U.S. Department of the Interior approved the nation’s 11th utility scale offshore wind project. The project gets America one step closer to its goal of 30 gigawatts of offshore wind energy by 2030. The 141 turbine South Coast Wind project is proposed to be located 20 miles south…
Board Minutes: October 2024
Board-Member Attendees: Chase Den Beste, Marty Beech, Annette Pearce, Kim Ross, Sally AndersenInvited Attendees: Rev. E.N. Hill, Leadership Development Team The meeting began with a discussion of the bylaws, which have been in development since 2019. Appreciation was expressed for the team’s efforts, and there was broad support for the bylaws with recognition of their…
Proposal for Use of the Endowment Fund for UUCT
We invite the congregation to consider adopting a policy to annually withdraw a set percentage of the Endowment Fund to be divided among the Annual Operating Budget, Capital Improvement, and Social Justice. For example, the withdrawal for 2025-26 based on 4% of the average balance over the past three fiscal years would be $49,555 Annual…
Treasurer’s October 2024 Report to Congregation
October’s pledge income was 55% of the monthly budgeted amount, similar to July, August and September. Current year pledges received this FY totaled $10,967 in October and $36,558 fiscal year- to date (14.6% of budget compared to our 33.3% target). With prepaid pledges included, current year pledge receipts are 44% of budget. October receipts for…
Tree Removal at UUCT
This past month, Bonnie Abellera and Len Martin, our Buildings and Grounds Team, met with several tree service companies to assess the large trees on UUCT property. They are reviewing the reports and proposals to remove or trim trees that require specialized equipment and cutting techniques. Bonnie reported that this year 9 trees will be…
Message from the DRE: December
December blessings, friends! This month takes us into winter, and my wish for us all is that we curate a sweet balance of rest and action in these dark dreaming times. In that vein, much of what we have planned for RE this month is preparing for the new year. Read on for updates and…
Food for Thought Comes to a Close, Making Space for a New Climate Justice Group in the Coming New Year
November has moved on and our thanks for this year’s harvest is now in the rearview mirror. Having a climate-friendly vegetarian/vegan harvest celebration potluck as our last Food for Thought gathering was a real delight. And, the fact that it tied in so well with the Sunday’s service made it extra special. As we move…