We are in a year of experimentation with the structure of our congregation’s governance, ministries, and volunteer support. The congregation voted this spring to suspend parts of our bylaws. Through June 2023, we’re trying out: A smaller board focused on bigger picture and longer term issues A new quarterly gathering of volunteers and staff engaging […]
My first experience as a delegate to the Unitarian Universalist Association GeneralAssembly – How in the world would I know how to vote? I attended GA virtually and, partly because of the inherent isolation of a computerscreen- no elevator chats or dinner conversations- I was concerned. Would I beprepared to make decisions on behalf of […]
Delegates to the recent Unitarian Universalist General Assembly 2022 approved three Actions of Immediate Witness (AIW). An AIW is “a statement about a significant action, event, or development in the world that necessitates immediate engagement and action among UU member congregations and groups.” The 2022 AIWs: We Do Not Consent: Rejecting Legal Challenges to Abortion […]
Full of anticipation, we drove 489 miles in 8.5 hours to Cullowhee, NC for the first in-person SUUSI in two years! It is nestled in the Smoky Mountains on the beautiful Western Carolina University campus. The first day was a bit chaotic as we got organized for a week of fun! SUUSI-ites arrived from near and far, […]
Before you head to the garbage can, think about repurposing your discarded items. Many local organizations and businesses can find a use for common things that we see as trash. Empty medicine bottles, egg cartons, and packing materials are just some of the items that can be repurposed locally. In addition to keeping trash out of our […]
The fast-approaching new fiscal year and its UUCT governance experiment led to board discussions concerning necessary adjustments. The board approved two decisions to prepare the smaller, six-person board for July: The quorum for regular votes at board meetings is set at five. The board will delegate responsibility for authorizing checks to the chairperson or other […]
Even though it was a hot and steamy evening, members of UUCT recently enjoyed snacks and cold drinks while reconnecting and playing games such as Five Crowns, Pictionary, Connect Four, and more. Co-hosts Sally Andersen and Bonnie Abellera plan to offer this event on the third Friday of each month. A variety of indoor and […]
It takes all five churches to make Manna work. Our shared mission is insuring our neighbors are able to prepare a meal. Each and every individual involved has an important role. YOU You, the individuals and you, the members of one of the five Manna churches making it possible to distribute food monthly to 250 families. […]
UUCT is a member of the Tallahassee Green Faith Alliance. The Green Faith Alliance is a group of faith organizations in Tallahassee focused on educating ourselves and others to realize environmental justice in our community. It meets monthly either via Zoom or in person and you are invited to participate! The next meeting is on Zoom on […]
The Tallahassee Food Network is a unique community-based good food system that works to provide healthy, affordable food for all. It has built a grassroots effort to address food insecurity and health inequities in marginalized communities throughout Tallahassee. Its mission is to grow community-based good food systems that provide healthy, affordable food for all. The […]
