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What is the purpose of religious community?
What is the purpose of this religious community? We are engaged, as a congregation, in an exercise of
discernment and planning. If you haven’t done so already, please take a few minutes to fill out the online
survey: click here. Don’t wait, the survey closes December 6.
And what about Unitarian Universalism itself? Would you like to engage with fellow UUs from across
the region on “Growing a Better Religion?” Consider attending a workshop on January 11 that invites us
to ask the question of purpose on a broader scale: click here for workshop information. You can register
through the district website. Please contact the office if you would like help with carpool arrangements.
Do you need some help?
The Minister’s Help Fund serves members of the congregation who need financial assistance. This can be
a difficult time of year. Call or email Janet if you have questions or need help. All assistance provided is
known only by the recipient and the minister. (We have thanked several members personally for their
recent donations to the fund. Thank you again! Donations are always appreciated.)
Cot Shelter Needs New Helpers
Our wonderful youth group is once again shopping, cooking and serving a monthly meal at the Interfaith
Cot Shelter in Northampton. The youth group covers the main meal. Our congregation helps by donating appetizers, salad, dessert and drinks. We need your help!!! We are actively recruiting new cot shelter
helpers. If you have not participated in this very important community service project please consider
helping out now. Can you make a simple salad or purchase some beverages for the guests at cot shelter?
Please email or call adult coordinator Suellen Walsh-Rother (413) 320-3388 [email protected] for
details. If you find you don't have time to help in this way, you may make a financial donation to support this important endeavor or purchase a gift card at social hour and leave it in the Youth Director’s
mailbox in the office. Thank you for your consideration and thank you to our Youth Group for your
commitment to this work!
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