The Meridian
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
UU Ministry for the Earth Community Read Schedule & Summary
As a follow-up to our Climate Justice Revival, UUCT is participating in the UUMFE community read of What if We Get It Right? Visions of Climate Futures. Hope you are able to join for all or some of the sessions! Please note, there will not be a meeting in December. Take time to catch up,
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.
Social Change Now: A Guide for Reflection and Connection
In mid-November, UUCT members Nao Bethea, Rosa Ramos Morgan, and Rei Myers facilitated a Saturday workshop based on Social Change Now: A Guide for Reflection and Connection by Deepa Iyer. The book was selected by the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) as its current common read. Fifteen participants gathered for a Saturday of interactive learning, engaging
Thank You!
The Grace Mission Underwear Drive was a huge success! A big thank you to everyone who contributed underwear. Your contributions make a difference in the lives of each individual touched by your generosity. Your continued donations of gently used sheets and towels, men’s and women’s clothing, shoes and outerwear are also appreciated and always welcomed.
January 2026 Green Sanctuary Good News Corner
Personal Note of Good News Close to Home When the new administration slashed federal programs and DOGE made their most egregious cuts, my son-in-law lost his job with the U.S. Dept of Agriculture in the international division of forestry. It was a shock to see what happened to our international forestry program that existed to
No Small Endeavor
I was alerted that this radio show on December 14 entitled No Small Endeavor was to be about composting, but that was a byproduct and not the tenor of the discussion. The show was about a memoir by writer and reporter Jeff Chu. After doing excellent work and appearing in some top magazines, he decided that