The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Salem, Oregon

UUCS Groups

Child Care:  Child Care is funded by the con­gregation and is available to anyone attending one of our programs or activities.  Please give at least forty eight (48) hours notice to the Office Administrator.  For some regular activities childcare is always provided. Choir:  Our Choir is open to anyone who loves singing.  The choir sings during most of our Sunday morning services as well as on Christ­mas Eve.  Rehearsals are usually held on Sunday mornings before our Worship services.  Contact our Choir Director, Loraine Stuart, or any member of the choir for further information. Circle Suppers:  Circle suppers are so called because they "circle around" to different members' homes.  They are potlucks that are held on four Saturday or Sunday evenings during the church year.  Contact Circle Supper Coor­dinator Sharon Dearman or look for sign-up clipboard near our bulletin board.  This is a great opportunity for fellowship and for meeting new friends. Covenant Groups:  Small groups of no more than a dozen members meet regularly to discuss common theological or philosophical concerns and interests.  The discussions are led by trained facilitators who meet regularly with our minister.  This is a great way to establish deeper relationships with others.  Everyone is encouraged to participate Lifelines Lay Ministry:  A group of dedicated volunteers who work with the minister to enhance the level of caring and support we give to our members, with a special emphasis toward reaching out to those who may feel disconnected from the life of the congregation.  For further information see the bulletin board display. Hiking Group:  One of the activities sponsored by the Fellowship Team.  Hike leaders select beautiful hikes that are generally accessible to all.  Families are welcome.  UU Humanists:  Unitarian Universalism is a non-creedal religion; a number of our members embrace a humanist philosophy that places its emphasis upon human responsibility, power and potential.  The humanist group meets each second Sunday of the month at 7:00 P.M.  Lunch Bunch:  On the second Wednesday of every month UUs can lunch together at different restaurants somewhere in the Salem area.  Meditation Group: Every Monday (except the first Monday of the month), the group gathers at the front of the sanctuary at 7:00 P.M. for meditation and discussion.  On the first week of the month it meets on Sunday evening.  Various members, including the minister, take turns leading the group.  Usually there is a short period of meditation, a walking meditation, another short period of meditation, tea & cookies and discussion of a book or some pertinent topic.  All are welcome.  Women's Alliance:  An affiliate group of friends and members.  Elects own officers and has own budget.  Donates generously to the life and ministry of this congregation.  Meets monthly October through May.  All women are welcome.  YRUU  (Young Religious Unitarian Uni­ver­sa­lists):  Our High School group.  Meets weekly on Monday evenings for fun, discussion.  Other activities are also planned.  For further details contact our Director of Religious Education.