As is our tradition, UCF reached out to over 100 adults in Carteret County who are dealing with serious problems, including homelessness, severe and persistent mental illness, developmental disabilities, natural disasters, and addiction recovery. These adults are served by 4 local organizations: Hope Mission, Beach House, Empower, and Carteret Long Term Recovery Alliance. Each adult … Continue reading Holiday Gift Bags
On Tuesday, December 10th a group of members and friends from UCF brought a Holiday Caroling party to our neighbors at Empower. Empower (formerly Station Club) is a program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and provides vocational training and socialization activities. Karen Baggott lead the singing of simple Christmas Carols and Dan Phillips … Continue reading Caroling Party at Empower
Saturday, December 7, a group of parents and children from our congregation met at Walmart to shop for six Christmas Angels, four from one family and two from a second family. Great fun was had shopping and checking their Christmas “Wish lists” and clothes sizes and favorite colors to make sure Santa got everything just … Continue reading Project Christmas Cheer
December was such a joy. From our child dedication to our Christmas pageant to lots of COOKIES, we truly celebrated the holiday season with love and peace in our hearts. The New Year is upon us and may our commitment to our community and justice be refreshed and rejuvenated. I look forward to what 2025 … Continue reading January News from Children and Families Ministries
About 15 Friends and 5 or 6 Members gathered to eat lunch and learn more about each other, our church and our faith, on Nov 27, Dec 3, and Dec 10. This was a wonderful opportunity to get to know each other better.A good time, plus interesting discussions, were held over these three weeks of … Continue reading Membership News: UU 101
The December schedule is absolutely PACKED! Be sure to takeadvantage of Parent’s Night Out to get your last-minute shopping done orto just breath during this hectic time of year! Show up for the fun and easy Christ-mas Pageant to take pictures for your family, and then come to sing your heart out at Christmas Eve … Continue reading December News From Children and Families Ministries
Mental Health Wellness Support Group November 19 This support group will meet November 19, 2024 (3rd Tuesday of the month) – at 6:00pm in the Sally B. White Building. This mental health wellness support group is for people with significant mental health challenges and/or struggles with substance abuse, to facilitate self-empowerment and recovery. Covenant of … Continue reading Adult Spiritual Enrichment – November Activities
by Sarah Grenier Halloween to New Year’s always seems like a whirlwind of candy, travel, and craziness. New Year’s day we can finally take a breath!! To avoid burnout this holiday season as parents, I encourage you to slow down with your families. Say no to duties and gatherings that get in the way of … Continue reading Children and Family Ministries – November
Sunday, October 6th, 10:30AM: Celebrating Samhain Story During coffee hour: Halloween dress up and treat trail! Friday, October 11th, 5:30-8PM: Parent’s Night out!Signup here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4AADA72BA7FD0-51474939-october Sunday, October 13th, 10:30AM: Multigen Homecoming Service10:30AM: Nursery open, no children’s religious education Sunday, October 20th, 10:30AM: All People Need a Vote Story RE Volunteer training with childcare 12-1:30pm Sunday, … Continue reading Children and Families Ministry – October
VESPERS….Just What Is It? October 16VESPERS….HAVE YOU TRIED IT? Maybe you would like it… Vespers is a short, contemplative worship service for a mid-week spiritual refresher. Join us in the Sanctuary at 6:00 pm. Mental Health Wellness Support Group October 15This support group will meet October 15, 2024 (3rd Tuesday of the month) – at … Continue reading October Spiritual Enrichment Activities
