Our fifth UU principles is affirming the use of the democratic process in our congregations and in society at large. This week, there are two opportunities to lean in and engage in democracy.
1. We can participate in this evening’s “How We Thrive” event hosted by UU the Vote, and commit to actions that will increase voting rights and help get folks to the polls for November’s important election. (See announcement below for more details.)
2. On Sunday, we will gather for the annual Congregational Meeting. Your Board has put a lot of care into learning how to hold an on-line meeting that will include those who connect via computer, tablet, smart phone, or landline. We hope that you will choose to attend, as voting is an important responsibility of being a member. You are also welcome to attend if you are an interested friend or newer visitor to the congregation.
As we continue to explore Belonging, and how we might each experience a sense of connection and belonging at UUSS, the Caring Team has been reaching out with a phone call to members of the Congregation. We could use a little help as there are a LOT of folks who are connected here.
As the days of physical separation add up, we need to imagine and practice different ways to stay connected. Please attend worship via Zoom (most reliable) or Facebook (occasionally it doesn’t broadcast). And if you sense you have had enough screen time during the week, just come and listen with your eyes closed! Let this community hold you for an hour-offering care and spiritual sustenance for this arduous journey. Are you someone who would be willing to make a hand full of phone calls to check-in on folks? If you are interested, please let us know revlynn@uuschenectady.org or revwendy@uuschenectady.org so we can get you connected with the Caring Team.
And of course-please PLEASE reach out to each other on your own. If you miss someone, let them know. If you are worried about someone let them know. If you need something, reach out to someone to ask for it. Even if that person can’t provide it, they might know someone who can. If you are wishing someone would reach out to you, don’t wait-reach out to them. Life is short and too precious to wait.
With prayers for your health and well-being,
Rev. Wendy and Rev. Lynn