The Meridian
Board Minutes December 2025
6:39 PM – Called to OrderOpening 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.Annette reminded all present to be mindful process observers. All present agreed. Finance CommitteeKen reported the
Treasurer’s December 2025 Report to the Congregation
December’s current year pledge receipts of $22,077 was 110% of the budgeted monthly amount. Total current year pledges received comes to 52.9% of the annual pledge total when prepaid pledges are included. No prior year pledges were received, leaving FY 2024-25 pledges received at 98.7% of the amount pledged. The first prepaid pledges of this fiscal
A UUCT Architectural Space Odyssey: A Look Back to the Year 2000 (and beyond!)
One of the cool things about our UUCT history is that if it is documented by those in the past, then it is available for reflection to those in the present day. Let’s go on an Architectural “Space” Odyssey! Last year, Trudy Deyle gave me some file folders that included a Space Needs Assessment (01/2000),
The First Annual Stewardship Follies:Celebrating UUCT’s 72nd Anniversary
You are invited to participate in a joy-filled Sunday service on March 1st, celebrating the 72nd anniversary of our beloved church. We will honor UUCT and all of us who give our time, talent, treasure and hard work. The general theme is Gratitude and Giving. Are you a singer, dancer, musician, comedian, improv artist, writer
Apply to Share the Plate 2026-2027 for Your Chosen Local Non-Profit
It’s time to start thinking about which 501©3 organization you would like to champion for the coming fiscal year. Your group must serve the local Big Bend area, and promote justice in areas like food, housing, race, gender rights, health care or the environment. Organizations which are currently being funded must also reapply. More information
Come One, Come All – Plant-Based Potluck and Healthy Lifestyle Presentation
The Green Sanctuary is hosting Tallahassee Living Healthy’s plant-based potluck and presentation on “Living a Healthy Lifestyle”. It’s time to showcase your culinary prowess and share your favorite plant-based recipes with all who attend so that the table will be laden with scrumptious plant-based delights. When: February 17, 2026, at 6:00pmWhere: UUCT Sanctuary, 2810 N.
Capital Area Justice Ministry (CAJM) Puts Love into Action
After over 3 years of organizing, researching, relationship-building, and pressuring, CAJM persuaded the County Commission to develop the FIRST affordable rental housing project targeted at people exiting homelessness. By the time that this newsletter goes out, we will have shown up with our green shirts at the County Commission meeting on January 27 where the
What is this thing called Love?
It’s a flower given From a lovers garden It’s a baby’s smile Seeing his parents face It’s a hug from a friend Given in friendships grace It’s Grandma’s pound cake Cooked in loving kindness It’s a fishing trip with Grandpa In all it’s adventure and fun It’s catching a softball with Dad A worthwhile time
REUSE, RECYCLE, REPURPOSE… REMINDER
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
Green Sanctuary Good News Corner February 2026
Good News for Offshore Wind Projects You might remember Revolution Wind and Empire Wind—two major offshore wind projects that were more than halfway finished when the Trump administration ordered them to stop construction. Now, thanks to two federal judges granting preliminary injunctions, both have been given the go-ahead to proceed! It’s a much-needed win for
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