Category: The Meridian

The UUCT newsletter, The Meridian, is digital and is emailed to subscribed congregation members, guests, and friends.

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All the articles and announcements contained in the newsletters are below.

Board Minutes November 2025

6:33 PM – Called to Order  Opening words and Chalice Lighting was led by Annette Pearce.  Reviewed Board Covenant.  The agenda was reviewed and motion to approve was passed.  Last month’s meeting minutes and finance reports were reviewed and motion to approve was passed.  Process Observer  Annette reminded all present to be mindful process observers. […]

Chat With Your UUCT Board Date Change

Due to a scheduled event on the fourth Sunday, the January 2026 Chat with the Board has been rescheduled to Sunday, January 18 at 12 PM. Your UUCT Board wants to hear from you.  We recognize the importance of 2-way communication, and we want to make it as easy as possible. On the fourth Sunday […]

Treasurer’s November 2025 Report to the Congregation

Current year pledges received in November of $11,749 was 59% of the budgeted monthly amount.  Total current year pledges received comes to 43.7% of the annual pledge total when prepaid pledges are included. November’s target for income and expenses was 41.7%. Prior year pledges totaling $50 were received, bringing FY 2024-25 pledges received to 98.7% of the […]

DRAFT Safety Policies

The Safety Team has developed a few safety policies that the board would like more people to review and weigh in on before approving. Please take the time to read these files and send your comments to me at president.elect@uutallahassee.org Safety Policies: Private Space Policy  UUCT Weapons Safety Policy In addition, please review a sign […]

CAJM Moves on Five Issues at Kick Off Meeting

The Capital Area Justice Ministry (CAJM) movement is truly becoming interfaith. At the Research Kick Off on December 9, Iman Reshad Mujahid from the Masjid Al-Nahl Mosque gave the opening prayer/reflection. UUCT was well represented among the over 80 people in the meeting. The larger group broke into the following strategy teams: 1. Team Affordable Housing is […]

Taking Care of Each Other

Ministry Discretionary Funds (MDF) are funds available to help those in our congregation in need.  These funds are supported entirely by donations and have historically been distributed at the discretion of the minister.  Church members Sally Andersen and Phyllis Thomson are working in a voluntary role with congregants in need who request help. Please consider […]

An Invitation to the Wider UU Universe!

The UU Church of Tallahassee’s Wider UU Connections web page includes links to several Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) groups and related organizations. Their programs give us access to a variety of newsfeeds, events, and relevant resources. Singly or in combination, these groups and organizations provide mounds of information and inspiration (for introverts as well as […]

The 2025 Environmental Score Card

It’s been a tough year for environmental protection. Politics has muddied the waters and thrown a monkey wrench in what was a generally positive environmental trend and sent things spiraling into chaos. However, there were some positive elements worthy of note. Science in general has taken quite a hit this year but read on to […]

Joyful Eating, Nurturing our Health & Wellness

Can we fight climate change with our forks and feel great doing it? This tasty, interactive Green Sanctuary workshop will cover the basics of a plant-forward lifestyle. Facilitated by Georgia Ackerman, a plant-based wellness coach, topics will include autoimmuneillnesses, weight loss, food for longevity, and the gut-brain connection. Easy, budget-friendly menu ideas will be shared. […]