The Meridian
From the Unitarian Universalist Association: General Assembly 2025
General Assembly is the annual gathering of Unitarian Universalists, where we conduct business of the Association, explore the theological underpinnings of our faith, and lean fully into our mission and principles. Please join us Wednesday, June 18 through Sunday, June 22, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland and/or online for this 5-day immersive experience where we participate…
Date with Death Club at the UU Church of Tallahassee
As the Holidays arrive, we think of our Beloveds who are no longer here to celebrate with us, yet may be blessing us from beyond the veil. Participating in the UUCT Date with Death Club since August has enriched my own perspective with wise resources as I prepare to join them—(perhaps sooner rather than later?!)…
A Very Manna Holiday
Here is hoping that everyone is getting ready to share some fun, or at least “downtime” over the upcoming holidays. It has been a long year and there will be lots more work to be done in 2025. Some of the things Manna will be celebrating this holiday season: Mostly Manna will celebrate you – our…
Green Sanctuary’s Good News Corner – December 2024
New Book – Food for Thought In his new book, Food for Thought, photographer Kadir van Lohuizen captures the food industry’s struggle with these challenges, taking a whistlestop world tour of how the sausage, quite literally, gets made. Bathed in a ghostly purple-red light, these floating lettuces are barely distinguishable from those grown outdoors but…
Who Are Our Church Board Members?
Who are our church Board Members? How can I get to know them and express my ideas? How can I ask questions? Board members will be wearing ribbons on their nametags from now on to identify themselves as “Board Member” or “Board President”. Members want to hear your thoughts about your experiences with the church and answer any questions you…
Board Minutes: September 2024
Board-Member Attendees: Chase Den Beste, Marty Beech, Annette Pierce, Sally Anderson, Kim RossEx Officio: EN HillGuest: Committee on Ministry member Erika Frisby The meeting was called to order with a check-in from all attendees. The consent agenda was reviewed and approved without changes. The Finance Committee proposed applying for the original 501(c)(3) letter, which required…
Treasurer’s September 2024 Report to the Congregation
September’s pledge income was 50% of the monthly budgeted amount, similar to July and August. Current year pledges received in September totaled $10,466, but with prepaid pledges included current year pledge receipts are 40% of budget. September receipts for other recurring income of $2,824, including $1,975 rental income, brings our current year total to 51%…
Message from the DRE: Happy November
Happy November, friends! This time of year always seems to fly by. We have lots of exciting stuff going on. Check out these events, including a generosity project, OWL conversations, a Southern region middle/high school youth con, and more! NOVEMBER EVENTS RE November Generosity Drive: RE will explore charitable giving of money, time, and energy…
You’re Invited! Churchwide Vegan/Vegetarian Potluck
Come to the Vegetarian and Vegan Potluck after the Sunday service on November 10th. Please bring whatever you would like to make. Remember that Vegetarian dishes may include dairy products and eggs. Vegan does not have these foods in them. Please label your dish whichever of these it is. You are invited to share the recipes on small handouts…
Green Sanctuary’s Food for Thought: November 2024
It’s that time of year when the leaves say farewell to the branches and the piercing autumn sun, now lowering in the sky, demands that you wear your sunglasses. As El Día de los Muertos has now passed, and our ancestors have been acknowledged, another month has passed, and it is time for our monthly…
Green Sanctuary’s Good News Corner: November 2024
California NEVI investment of $19 million in highway EV charging infrastructure leads national efforts The California Energy Commission and California Department of Transportation have approved over $19 million in California NEVI Investment funding to expand electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure along state highways. This initiative, part of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program, will result…
Board Minutes: August 2024
Board-Member Attendees: Chase Den Beste, Marty Beech, Alden Hutchison, KimRoss, Sally Andersen. Positive news was shared regarding staff feeling supported by efforts from staffliaisons. New rental activity at the church has been positive. A closed session wasannounced at the end of the meeting. A summary of budgeted versus actual expenditures was presented. Prepaid pledgesfrom the…