The Unitarian Universalist Community Church of Santa Monica

Membership News

April, 2011

Membership & Leadership Calendar for April:

April 3, 12:30 p.m., Sanctuary — Newcomer Orientation
April 6, 7:30 p.m., Forbes — M&L Meeting
April 27, 7 p.m., Cottage — UU101
May15, 11 a.m., Sanctuary — New Member Recognition Service

M & L -- Not Just an Acronym!

The Membership and Leadership Committee (M & L) has certainly been active as of late. They planned a wonderful UU 101 session this past January that was attended by 15 prospective members. This event gave a brief overview into the history of Unitarian Universalism and the programs we offer at UUCCSM. This committee is also responsible for the Newcomer Orientation held each month to welcome new visitors to the church. M & L frequently helps plan church events and is the umbrella group for the ushers, greeters, and coffee committee. Pat Gomez has led M & L for the last three years; she has done an amazing job. We have valued her organizational skills and passion for UUCCSM. This summer Pat is stepping down and we need a new chair. We are also looking for more congregational members who are looking for ways to get involved. This committee really helps to link people up within our church, and in order to do that we need people who enjoy working with others — people with an interest in leadership, covenant groups, event planning, hospitality, and a passion for strengthening our community. We meet on the first Wednesday of the month and welcome all who are interested. For more info please contact Patricia Gomez.

Thanks.

— Jessica Clay

UU101 to be on April 27th

Many of you are familiar with UU101 — our church’s colloquium for those wishing to know more about UUCCSM and its programs. For the spring quarter, we’ll be having one session only, on Wednesday, April 27, from 7 to 9 p.m. in the cottage. If you’re new to the church or have been visiting and are curious about all the things going on here, then this evening is for you! In two hours you’ll get an overview of Unitarian Universalism, a brief history of this congregation, a tour of church programs, and you’ll also learn ways you can participate. And we can’t have UU101 without wine and cheese — so there’ll be that too! Come and meet the Rev. Rebecca Benefiel Bijur and DRE Catherine Farmer Loya along with the entire Membership and Leadership Committee. By evening’s end, you’ll be that much smarter and you’ll never again confuse Interweave with Knitters and Friends. Let us know you’re coming by sending your RSVP to Rhonda Peacock. Childcare will be provided.