Climate Justice Revival: Worship followed by Organizing Hour
2024-09-29 10:15 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
As climate change rocks our world, there is a spirit at work in the congregations and movements committed to justice. Join us for an Organizing Hour following a special music-filled service. The Organizing Hour will give participants grounding and practice in relational organizing for applying to getting out votes for climate justice. Children will participate in climate justice-related activities as part of their Religious Exploration while adults participate in the Organizing Hour.

The Organizing Hour follows up on some of the work done during Saturday’s Climate Justice Revival meeting but all are welcome, whether having participated in the Saturday workshops or not. Snacks and childcare will be available. Registration for children is required by September 22.

Registration is now open for Saturday and Sunday

Register online: https://forms.gle/DbqVQfmsMBaz1GfD9

UU's Together Virtually
2024-09-30 19:00 - 20:30
Hear ye Hear ye!

Have you heard the buzz about the UUA Climate Justice Revival? Over 350 congregations across the country are utilizing the resources provided to create their own version of this national event. UUCC is offering: Saturday September 28 9-1 with snacks Sunday September 29 service at 10:15, followed by Power Hour! You are welcome to join us. Here’s the registration link: https://uucleveland.org/uucc_event/2024-climate-justice-revival/

Our congregation will: Create a complex representation of the challenging realities and liberatory possibilities for climate justice in our unique context Develop a vision of a flourishing future Identify a clear set of potential actions that we can take to realize this vision Enable participants to understand their roles in the interdependent ecosystem of creating climate justice and collective liberation. What does this have to do with UUs Together? We will gather on Zoom on MONDAY SEPTEMBER 30 from 7-8:30 to debrief the weekend, learn if there are actions all 3 congregations can participate in, and help WSUU and SWUU have enough information to consider doing a revival, perhaps around Earth Day 2025. At minimum, it should be interesting to hear the impact of this relatively novel set of activities. To receive a zoom link, please email Laurie at sunnyskies2023@yahoo.com

The Threat of Christian Nationalism & Project 2025
2024-10-06 09:00 - 10:00
Speaker: Rev. Marvin McMickle, Interim Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church of Cleveland in Shaker; Pastor Emeritus, Antioch Baptist Church, Cleveland

A group of white Christian evangelicals called Dominionists or Christian nationalists has expanded greatly from a few individuals more than 200 years ago. While they numbered 20% of Trump’s supporters in the 2016 Iowa caucus, today they exceed 50%. They hold that America was founded as a Christian nation and that their version of Christianity should determine our laws, media, education, economy, arts, entertainment and family. The New Apostolic Reformation is a growing subgroup. Its Appeal to Heaven flag has been flown at the office of House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) and the home of Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito.

What is Christian Nationalism and how is it connected to Project 2025?

Small Groups Ministry Fair
2024-10-06 11:30 - 12:30
Looking for a way to connect with others? One of the ways a large congregation can stay engaged and connected to the community is through smaller groups focused on a shared purpose or activity. We have groups for all kinds of interests from food to walking to needlework to laughter. Each in some way supports our shared vision to pursue community, spirituality and/or justice. Most groups meet in-person, and some meet virtually, with new ones forming all the time!

Small group sign-ups typically kick off in the Fall; but you can join an open group any time

Stop by Fellowship Hall after service on October 6 at 11:30 to learn more about what we have to offer

Check out our website for more information: Read More

The States of the Earth: An Ecological and Racial History of Secularization with Mohamed Amer Meziane
2024-10-09 19:00 - 19:30
You’re Invited:

“An extraordinary book. Mohamed Amer Meziane’s breathtaking analysis of the making of fossil states opens to a new genre of history writing where the very layers of earth’s riches are at its center.”

—Ann Laura Stoler, author of Carnal Knowledge and Imperial Power, Along the Archival Grain

How the disenchantment of empire led to climate change

While industrial states competed to colonize Asia and Africa in the nineteenth century, conversion to Christianity was replaced by a civilizing mission. This new secular impetus strode hand in hand with racial capitalism in the age of empires: a terrestrial paradise was to be achieved through accumulation and the ravaging of nature.

Far from a defense of religion, The States of the Earth argues that phenomena such as evangelism and political Islam are best understood as products of empire and secularization. In a world where material technology was considered divine, religious and secular forces both tried to achieve Heaven on Earth by destroying Earth itself.

Via Zoom – REGISTER: OCTOBER 9

Linking Legacies concert at UUCC
2024-10-09 19:00 - 20:00
Be sure to join us at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 9th for a free concert in our sanctuary! Linking Legacies will be presenting a program of French music, including works by music by Debussy, Ravel, Tomasi, Cras, and Saint-Saëns. The concert will be held in the Sanctuary of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Cleveland (21600 Shaker Boulevard), and will feature Christopher Jenkins (viola), Khari Joyner (cello), and Dianna White-Gould (piano). Linking Legacies celebrates the legacy of African American composers who had (or have) a connection to Northeast Ohio by featuring performers who have personal connections to the institutions where those composers trained, as well as connections to the composers themselves. Linking Legacies is free and open to the public – don’t miss this very special musical event!
Christopher Jenkins
Khari Joyner
Dianna White-Gould

Congregational Conversation
2024-10-13 11:30
As part of our Potluck this Sunday which will be co-hosted by the UUCC Membership and Stewardship Committees …they are asking everyone to consider the following questions to discuss at your tables during the meal.

What are you bringing to UUCC?

What are you getting from your involvement with UUCC?

What are you from your UUCC experiences out into the community?

What aspects (programs, values, features…) of UUCC do you most value?

Harry’s Kitchen Crew (HKC) will plan and organize the MAIN Entree and Beverages. he main entree dishes are Chicken Parmesan & Eggplant Parmesan.

For October, members and friends with last names beginning with A-L will supply the salad/side dish for 8 people

For October, members and friends with last names beginning with M-Z will supply the dessert dish for 8 people

Please drop off your dish at the Kitchen window in Fellowship Hall before the Sunday Service.

2nd Sunday Meal October 2024
2024-10-13 11:30 - 13:00
FALL is in the AIR… LEAVES are starting to change their color…FOR THIS YEAR, Harry’s Kitchen Crew is making a change to make it better you to be part of the meal.

Harry’s Kitchen Crew (HKC) will plan and organize the MAIN Entree using the limited oven and stove equipment that we have available to us. HKC will provide the beverages. The First meal that HKC is organizing is SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13 after the Sunday morning service. The main entree dishes are Chicken Parmesan & Eggplant Parmesan.

This Month THEME is … Fall, Football, Baseball Playoffs, Fun & Conversation

Please drop off your dish at the Kitchen window in Fellowship Hall before the Sunday Service.

For October, members and friends with last names beginning with A-L will supply the salad/side dish for 8 people

For October, members and friends with last names beginning with M-Z will supply the dessert dish for 8 people

We rotate “congregation member shared dish” monthly.

Thank you and look forward to see you on Sunday, October 13.

Harry’s Kitchen Crew

Restorative Justice Movie Night
2024-10-16 06:00 - 20:30
Come to a Movie Night and Community Discussion exploring Restorative Justice for Cleveland, Wednesday, October 16th, 2024, 6:00-8:30 pm at the Warrensville Heights Public Library, 4415 Northfield Rd. The film, “Healing Justice” is a powerful illustration of how restorative justice can heal people and communities. Admission is free and light refreshments will be provided. UUCC’s Racial Justice Leadership Team is one of the sponsors of the event.

Navigating the Boundaries of Free Speech: Balancing Expression and Harm
2024-10-20 09:00 - 10:00
Speaker: Andrew Geronimo, JD, Director, First Amendment Clinic, CWRU

Free speech is the cornerstone of democratic societies. It allows individuals to express diverse and dissenting views. However, in our current world of rapid technological advancements and shifting societal norms, the boundaries and implications of free speech are being tested like never before. What is the balance between protecting free expression and protecting from harm? Should there be limits on free speech that is harmful? In a digital age, what are the roles and responsibilities of both users and platform providers?

In person in Fellowship Hallor via Zoom: http://bit.ly/UUCCForumsFall2024

The Youth Academy OWL program looking for 7th-9th graders!
2024-10-23 19:00 - 21:00
Seeking your assistance in spreading the word that the Youth Academy of UUCC is offering the Our Whole Lives (OWL) program for 7th-9th graders. To facilitate the Our Whole Lives 7th-9th grade program as intended by the Unitarian Universalist Association it is recommended that we have at least 8 youth participants. We do not currently have enough participants. Do you know any families with Youth in 7th, 8th, or 9th grade who would benefit from learning about healthy sexuality? If you do please invite them to attend a parent/guardian information session Wednesday October 23, 2024 from 7:00-9:00 at UUCC or pass on the flyer to them. Details in flyer.

They do not need to be members of UUCC to participate. If they are interested they should reach out to Youth Academy Program Coordinator, Valerie Hura. Valerie.hura@uucleveland.org 216-307-3116. We are finding that word of mouth is the most effective way to promote the program so please TALK IT UP!

Pride for All Ages October 2024
2024-10-27 11:30 - 13:00
Pride for All Ages, an intergenerational group for LGBTQ+ people, meets the 4th Sunday of every month. Our next meeting is October 27 at 11:30 in the Baker Room. Join us! We socialize, talk about the theme of the service, plan activities and events, and build community. All LGBTQ+ people welcome!

Considering Membership Class October 2024
2024-10-27 18:00
On Sunday, October 27 at 6 pm we are offering our Considering Membership class. This session covers a little UU background and a lot about what goes on at UUCC and how you might get involved. It’s very participatory – we’ll try our best to help you get the information you are interested in. Those who feel they are ready will be invited to join by signing the membership book (no pressure!).

The session will run 90-120 minutes – and we’ll start with a light dinner. If you are interested in attending and need child care please let us know by noon on Sunday, October 20 to allow us time to arrange for that.

If you have any questions – or need childcare – please contact membership@uucleveland.org.

Please, please, please let us know you are coming! We want to be able to have adequate materials and chairs and food. Click here to sign-up for Considering Membership 10/27 @ 6 pm.

We hold these sessions once each quarter. If you’re unable to attend this session additional dates can be found in the sign-up link above.

I hope you’re able to join us for this or a future session!

In fellowship,Carol GayMembership Chair

Rich Conversations
2024-10-27 19:15
Rich conversations are the best way to get to know other people, especially other members of our congregation. All are invited to join the Racial Justice Leadership Team on Thursday, October 24, at 7:15 for a guided experience of one-on-one conversations under the skilled leadership of Lisa Hong.

Laugh with UUs Together Monday October 28 virtually!
2024-10-28 19:00
UUs Together have planned a “gift” for you! In the heaviness of all the concerns about the climate, this election season, and so much more, we need a humor break! Come join us virtually on Monday evening October 28 from 7-8:30pm for a good time. Southwest UU, West Shore UU, and UUCC will each take a few minutes to describe/show what we do for fun in our congregations, and also have a few hilarious “commercials” along the way. Join us for a renewing, refreshing evening to fortify us for the week’s lead up to the November 5 election. We all need a break!!!! For the link, please email Laurie at sunnyskies2023@yahoo.com Laurie will also send a direct link to the good trouble list, the weekend before our gathering.

Needlers meet Saturday 11-2 at 10 am
2024-11-02 10:00
Our next meeting is on Saturday 11-2 at 10 am in the church library. Saturday will be the last day of daylight savings time. A reminder that winter is coming. It is a good time to start a new project or finish an old one. In a recent email Peggy suggested, if you are interested, donating scarves and hats as a service project. Let’s talk about it on Saturday. All are welcome ………………………….. Needlers : who are we Do you enjoy doing handwork with others? Want to learn a new skill, or get advice from others with more experience? Do you just want to gather with others, meet new people, have a lively conversation? We meet on the 1st Saturday of the month from 10 am to 12 pm in the UUCC library. This is an open group. We welcome UUCC members as well as people who just want to gather. Bring a friend.

Fall Flannel Fling
2024-11-02 15:00 - 17:00
Join your UUCC friends at the Fall Flannel Fling on November 2nd from 3-5pm.

Bring chairs for around the fire circle and if you like to share stories or songs, bring those too!

We will have cider and donuts, outdoor games, indoor fall crafts. This is a fun time for all ages!

And don’t forget to break out your flannel!

President or Monarch? Unpacking the Supreme Court Immunity Ruling
2024-11-03 09:00 - 10:00
Speaker: Jonathan Entin, JD, David L. Brennan Professor Emeritus of Law, Adjunct Political Science Professor, CWRU

Presidential powers are now elevated to those of a king, according to Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, in her dissent of the recent Supreme Court ruling on Presidential immunity. She said the ruling could enable a President to misuse the Armed Forces against political opponents. Democracy may be hanging in the balance. What is the prognosis for this ruling?

Congregational Lasagna Mulch Party
2024-11-09 09:30 - 12:00
This is an opportunity to return to this congregation’s landscaping tradition:We could use your help.We will be preparing a community-wide flower bed at UUCC, we are offering coffee and independent bakery donuts in appreciation and for fuel.

The newly cleared strip of land underneath the back wall of the building requires soil-building and new pollinator perennials. On Saturday November 9th we will lay down cardboard, top soil, and mulch on our new refurbished bed. . Please save cardboard, the larger the better. In the meantime we are accepting cardboard which you can pile up in a designated pile behind the church. Arrive with work clothes and clearly marked shovels and rakes.

This project is sponsored by Ministry for Earth

2nd Sunday November 2024: Harry's Kitchen Crew November Feast
2024-11-10 11:30 - 13:00
No matter what was the outcome of the Election, just remember we live in the Land & Free and Home of the Brave. AND you are welcome to join your family/friends on Sunday, November 10th B-Lunch following the Sunday Service. The weather will still be crisp and fresh with Fall colors. This month’s dining theme is a play on wording of “from FARM to TABLE”…Harry’s Kitchen Crew will be providing the Main Entrees of Stuff Pork Tenderloin and Ratatouille (for the Vegans/Vegetarians/Gluten-free attendees) paired with a warm Apple-Cranberry Compote.

For November we’re hoping that you can bring to the TABLE some delights from the FARM according to this plan:

For November, members and friends with last names beginning with A-L will supply the dessert dish for 8 people

For November, members and friends with last names beginning with M-Z will supply the salad/side dish for 8 people

We rotate “congregation member shared dish” monthly.

You can drop off your shared dish at the Kitchen Window and the Crew will tag & place them on the tables in the Fellowship Hall.

We all look forward to seeing you on Sunday, November 10th.

Thanks!Harry’s Kitchen Crew

Post Election Reality: Let’s Talk It Over
2024-11-17 09:00 - 10:00
Post Election Reality: Let’s Talk It Over

This forum is a departure from our usual format. Audience members will participate and talk with each other, rather than having a formal speaker’s presentation. The questions we’ll ask: Can our democracy survive this election? What role did Artificial Intelligence, corporate money, party polarization, gerrymandering, voter suppression and media play in this election? Let’s share our thoughts on the impact of this election.

Facilitators: Laurie Albright and John Bacon, activists.

NOTE: This Forum was not recorded.

In person in Fellowship Hallor via Zoom: http://bit.ly/UUCCForumsFall2024

Legacy Creation Team Educational Workshop: Planning for Your Future (and Ours!)
2024-11-17 11:30
So, the thought about planning for your future flits through your mind on occasion, whatever your age, and you typically let the thought move away. After all, it’s not urgent — maybe you think you’re too young to consider such issues, maybe you’re older and the topic is morbid, depressing, too complicated, or all of those things… so you duck the issue, thinking, “This can wait for another time.”

Stop. We all know we’re just kidding ourselves when an issue of such significance is hanging out there and we just refuse to address it. But how do you even get started? There’s wills and powers of attorney and financial planning and goodness knows what else…

Ta da!! Your congregation’s Legacy Creation Team has just the thing for you. A one hour (yes, only an hour, promise) introductory Educational Workshop entitled, “Planning for Your Future (and Ours!)”, will be offered in Fellowship Hall following the service on Sunday, November 17. Our very own Meg Pauken, an expert on these matters, will be the presenter.

No, Meg is not going to speak for the entire hour. There will be plenty of time for discussion and questions following the presentation. And, yes, whether you’re 29 or 92, there’ll be plenty included in the presentation that will be relevant for your particular point in life.

No advance reservation needed, no obligations when it’s over. Just show up and, perhaps learn a thing or three. Hope to see you there! Contact any of us with questions.

The Legacy Creation Team – Ray Gonzalez, David Kantor, Meg Pauken, Lou Salza, Nancy King Smith, Melissa Vandergriff

Pretrial Support Team Needs Your Immediate help!
2024-11-23 10:30 - 14:00
Our UUCC Pretrial Support Team needs your help. One of our clients is facing jail time if she does not make progress on clearing out the illegal dumping in the yard of the vacant house that her deceased father previously owned and she now owns. This case has been going on for over a year with no progress because our client is unable to do the work herself due to multiple health problems and she has no money to pay anyone else to do it. We hope the fine people of UUCC can help her. We are planning a work day for Saturday, November 23rd to load up a dumpster and clear the property. We will have carpools leave the church at 10:30 and be back by 2 pm. Wear old clothes and work gloves. If you have a weed whacker, bring it too. The house is in Slavic Village. Please let us know if you can help or want more information. Contact Pat Dillard at patdillard13@gmail.com or 216-408-0132, or see me at coffee hour!”

Climate Justice Revival: Making Connections
2024-11-24 11:30
All are invited to join a conversation after the Sunday Service in Fellowship Hall

Climate Justice at the local level.

what are we doing at UUCC to further Climate Justice?

what are we doing that effects the people we touch?

What could we do better?

What more could we be doing?

We will meet after service for conversation, share our stories, our questions, our inspiration, while getting to know each other and sharing the Bread our congregants donated for Bread Communion

Pride for All Ages November 2024
2024-11-24 11:30 - 13:00
Pride for All Ages, an intergenerational group for LGBTQ+ people, meets the 4th Sunday of every month from 11:30-12:30 in the Baker Room. Our next meeting is Nov. 24. Join us!

Board Meeting Invitation - November 26 7 PM via Zoom
2024-11-26 19:00 - 21:00
Board Meeting Invitation – November 26 7 PM via Zoom Congregants are always welcome to attend board meetings as observers. Send a request for the Zoom meeting link to board@uucleveland.org. Please submit your request by 5:00 pm November 25 to allow time for processing. Meetings are usually held via Zoom from 7:00 – 9:00 PM on the fourth Tuesday.

There will be no meeting in December.

Holiday Bazaar
2024-12-01 11:30 - 13:00
Calling All Crafters and makers of all handcrafted items, including furniture, specialty foods, bath & body products, jewelry, candles, clothing, home decor, holiday decor, photography are and so much! Sell your wares at the UUCC Holiday Bazaar. If you would like to have a table to sell your wares, please contact Amy Collins at amymcollins@sbcglobal.net

UU's Together Monday December 2 7pm "after the election"
2024-12-02 19:00 - 20:30
Join UUs Together the Monday AFTER Thanksgiving (not before)

Many of us worked for voter turnout and education on Issue 1 and did NOT see the results we were hoping for. We know that, to move forward, we gain strength from each other in spirit. On Monday, December 2 at 7pm, UUs Together (SWUU, West Shore UU, and UUCC folx) will gather to share our successes, our disappointments, and learn what each congregation and other groups are planning as we face our future. We need time to rest, and we need time to fortify for our future actions. Join us!

Calling 7th-9th graders and family for Healthy Sexuality!
2024-12-04 19:00 - 21:00
The Youth Academy of UUCC is slightly modifying the OWL program in order to meet the requests of potential participants. The 7th-9th grades OWL program includes 26 workshops. This is a significant time commitment from teens who are often active in school and afterschool activities. We did not get enough youth to commit to the entire program for the 2024-2025 year. So we are adapting by offering a Healthy Sexuality program based on the Our Whole Lives curriculum on Sunday evenings. It will run from January 2025 through May of 2025. If you know any youth in your circles who may be interested in participating please pass the flyer onto them.

Adult Continuing Education: The History and Theology of Covenant
2024-12-05 11:30 - 2024-12-19 12:30
