The Standing Committee met on January 8th and settled on the selection process recommended by the Unitarian Universalist Association, the UUA, of which we are a member congregation. The UUA process is highly choreographed. It will begin in the summer and culminate in a candidate potentially being called to the congregation in Spring of 2026. … Continue reading Minister Search Committee Selection Process
The Standing Committee met last Wednesday and settled on the selection process recommended by the Unitarian Universalist Association, the UUA, of which we are a member congregation.The process will be as follows:The Standing Committee will send out a survey to the congregation asking for nominations to the search committee.People not responding to the survey will … Continue reading Search Committee Selection Process
With the winter months and colder weather approaching, the PPTF would like to announce we will no longer be manually monitoring CO2 levels in the Sanctuary and opening the windows accordingly. This is because our new updated heating system has incorporated a “smart” ventilation system providing continuous CO2 level monitoring with vent control units. The … Continue reading Pandemic Planning Task Force Update11/24/23
Mitten Tree Update #1 – Mittens will look a little different this year with more requests for “a ride to xx on xx date” or “tutoring for an hour on 3 Saturday mornings” rather than a more traditional gift of “a pink teddy bear.” Maybe “a trip to the playground on a Saturday morning” too. … Continue reading Our Annual Mitten Tree Project
Did you know Massachusetts has established the goal to emit net zero carbon emissions by 2050? This is an ambitious goal for the state — and for houses of worship. You can take pride that Winchester Unitarian Society is among the houses of worship that are already discussing how to chart a sensible, realistic pathway … Continue reading Charting your Congregation’s Pathway to Net Zero
Covenant groups are small groups – 8 to 12 people – who meet monthly for personal and spiritual reflection. The meetings begin with an opening reading and chalice lighting and all include a time to share the joys, questions and challenges you are living with. The group gets its name from the covenant – or … Continue reading Covenant Groups – Have You Considered Joining?
