Connections
               for   fun, challenge, & fellowship!

Book Discussions
Freewheeling discussion of books at 7:30 PM in the Library on the second Monday of each month. Attendees chose the books at the beginning of the year. If you like to read, we invite you to attend.

Mary Lou Welter, 354-1231, jayhawkeye@juno.com

 

Buddhist Sangha

An informal study/practice group meets Wednesday evenings for meditation/discussion.

Contact Steve Locher 354-6260, stephen-locher@uiowa.edu.

 

Buildings and Grounds
We meet as needed to coordinate the ongoing care of our buildings and grounds, including painting and repairs. John Jennewein, jjennewein@earthlink.net.

 

Children and Youth Committee
We support R.E. teachers, develop programs and policies, and plan intergenerational events.  We always welcome new members, and offer enriching opportunities to help out with one-time events or with ongoing projects, as well as to make new friends at UUSIC.
Lois Cole, 466-1476, DRE, education@uusic.org

 

Choir
The choir performs the musical meditation for services one Sunday each month, and responses on other selected Sundays. New members are always welcome – we have no auditions. We rehearse Thursdays from 7:15 PM - 8:30 PM in the Sanctuary – feel free to join in!
Barbra Buddin, Choir Director, 339-7432, barbybuddin@yahoo.com

Paul Soderdahl, Music Director, 358-2920, p-soderdahl@mchsi.com

 

Circle Suppers

A casual gathering of UUSIC members and friends for a meal; open to all. Sign up required so the host will know the number attending.  Hosts will call the guests and jointly agree on a dish for the guest to bring.

Joan Benziger at 338-2463, iabound2994@yahoo.com

 Alice Atkinson: 337-4866, amatkinson@mchsi.com

 

Circle Lunches

Every Fourth Friday at 1 PM at The Cottage, 14 S. Linn St. No reservation; join us!  Virginia Stamler, 338-1542; Sue Eberly, 339-8349, sue.eberly@gmail.com

 

Committee on Young Adult Programming (COYAP)
We meet as needed to support UUSIC campus and Young Adult groups, helping with policies, outreach, and programming for young adults.
Vicki Siefers, 338-5984, vsiefers@mchsi.com

 

Covenant Groups
Small groups of 8-12 people meet monthly to foster connections as well as personal and spiritual development.
Jan Locher, 354-6260, lochers@mchsi.com

Dances of Universal Peace
On the first Sunday of each month, we gather at 7 PM in Channing Hall for simple folk dances and chants honoring various religious traditions. These prayerful, heart-opening dances foster connections between people; no experience needed, instruction provided.
Virginia Melroy, 338-1778, virginia-melroy@uiowa.edu

Drum Circle
We meet the first Wednesday of each month in Channing Hall at 7 PM for an inclusive, fun, and rhythmic community of all styles and stripes. Bring your own instrument, or use available cow bells, Native American prayer drum, Latin conga – you’ll find room for your song!
Cliff Missen, 338-8542, cliff@widernet.org

Free Lunch
UUSIC volunteers prepare and serve the Free Lunch at the Wesley Center on Dubuque Street on the second Friday of each month from 11:30-1:30.Bonnie Penno, 354-6952, alexpenno@yahoo.com

Lee Eberly, 339-8349, lee.eberly@gmail.com

 
Historical Records
We preserve the history of UUSIC and its members and friends by collecting, cataloging, and organizing historical materials of many types. We also share information about our heritage through newsletter articles and displays.
Marilyn Jennewein, marilyn-jennewein@uiowa.edu

InterweaveSupporting our UUSIC commitment to being a Welcoming Congregation, our group includes lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people, and their heterosexual allies. We meet on the Second Monday of each month for social action, education, and fun.
John Elson, 358-1016, john-elson@uiowa.edu

Tova Vitiello, 337-7093, tovavitiello@aol.com

 

Membership Associates
We work to make UUSIC a warm and welcoming place: greeting visitors, offering information, welcoming newcomers, and recruiting volunteers. We meet one Sunday a month.
Diane Martin, 351-7616, dndmartin1@mchsi.com
Larry Audlehelm, 665-5667, l.audlehelm@mchsi.com

Partner Church Task Force
Through our relationship with our partner church in Janosfalva, we learn more about Romanian Unitarians. We raise money to support the church and village through our winter Festival of First Bread.
Sally Hartman, 338-7870, sallyahartman@hotmail.com

 

Unicare & Pastoral Care
We meet once a month, and work with our minister to provide pastoral care to members and friends who contact us to arrange visits.
Arnold Lindaman, 319-248-1986, alindaman@mchsi.com

Through Unicare, we offer person-to-person assistance for members and friends in need; volunteers provide food, home visits, receptions following memorial services, and other support.
Karen Fox, 338-1066, sprlight@mchsi.com

 

Rummage Sale
Every August before fall semester begins, we have a grand time selling donated stuff at our annual sale, which provides students with household items, promotes recycling, and contributes to our UUSIC coffers.
Sue & Lee Eberly, 339-8349, sue.eberly@gmail.com

 

Religious Education

RE classes for Pre-K through Grade 6 attend the first 15 minutes of services and then meet in their classrooms during  9:30 & 11:00 Services.  Junior and Senior youth meet at 10:45 AM.

Lois Cole,  DRE, 466-1476, education@uusic.org

 

Secular Humanists
We meet each the third Tuesday of the month in the Fireside Room to discuss a wide range of topics; all are welcome.
Mark Yuskis, 337-2487, ResDoggie@aol.com
Sue Eberly, 339-8349, sue.eberly@gmail.com
Dee Norton, 338-4577, deenorton@mchsi.com

 

Social Justice Coordinating Committee
We meet monthly on the second Monday at 7 PM to coordinate UUSIC community service activities. Once or twice a month after services, we offer advocacy opportunities at the Social Justice table in Channing Hall.
Rahima Wade, 354-8254, rahima-wade@uiowa.edu

 

Treats and Talents Auction
An annual auction in Channing Hall, usually in April, connects UUs all year though parties, artwork, and services such as yard work, painting, and carpentry. Proceeds benefit the UUSIC general fund.
Lori Marshall, 338-3117, kandlmars@mchsi.com

Ushers
Each Sunday six ushers, three at each service, greet and seat people, hand out bulletins, provide hearing devices, and take the offering.
Diane Martin 351-7616, dndmartin1@mchsi.com
Larry Audlehelm 665-5667, l.audlehelm@mchsi.com

 

Young Adult Group
UUs and potential UUs between the ages of 18 and 35ish meet every Sunday at 12:15 to discuss spirituality and personal growth.
Amanda Owings, 936-3175, amanda-owings@uiowa.edu

Welcome Home Wednesdays
In two, 6-week sessions on Wednesday evenings, October-November and February-March, participants share a catered dinner at 5:45 PM, vespers at 6:30, and adult education from 7:00-8:30. Children’s programming is offered from 6:30-8:30. Come for any or all of these WHW activities; contact us for more information.
Lois Cole, DRE , 466-1476, education@uusic.org
Lisa Tauke, 358-0189, LTauke@yahoo.com

Worthley Club
Join us on the first Tuesday of each month from 5:45-8:00 PM for sherry, dinner, fellowship, and interesting presentations on a variety of topics.  Open to all; please sign up by contacting UUSIC at 337-3443; admin@uusic.org

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