Upcoming Worship Services
Sunday, February 12 @ 10:30 am
"Justice for All" - Rep. Rashida Tlaib, US Congresswomen Sheryl Goldberg, Worship Associate We’re bringing a date…Will you bring one too? The Membership Committee would like you to bring a date to the Sunday, February 12th service and coffee hour! Bring friends, family, neighbors, members you haven't seen in a while, or anyone else who might be interested in visiting Northwest. Our guest speaker will be Rashida Tlaib, Congresswomen for Michigan’s 12th Congressional District. Northwest is now located in this new district. Rashida Tlaib is a well-known progressive warrior and, in her own words, “a mother working for justice for all.” Join us for fellowship, food, and fun after the service. Childcare/Sunday school available, catered coffee hour and valentine writing activity after the service. #NWUU #Bringadatetochurch #Love #RashidaTlaib Dial In: 646-558-8656 Meeting ID: 830 8250 3659 Passcode: nwuu Sunday, February 19 @ 10:30 am
"Lift Off!: Part One" - Rev. Peter Gabel, Guest Speaker Tom Ott, Worship Associate We, the members of Northwest Unitarian Universalist Congregation, aspire to be a welcoming, diverse, multigenerational, and inclusive congregation. As part the new aspirational covenent, this year's theme for the 2023-2024 Canvass is "Lift One Another and the Congregation as a Whole". Join us on February 19th and March 5th to explore how your financial commitment helps us in creating beloved community, with a gentle heart and thoughtful ear, and maintain this community with our Eight Unitarian Universalist Principles as our guide. Sunday, February 26 @ 10:30 am "Zakat not Zagat" - Rev. Fred Wooden, Consulting Minister Diana Kohler, Worship Associate Money is a big deal, but we also struggle with it as a topic in congregational life. That needs to change. Here are some thoughts drawn from other religious communities to stimulate creativity and curiosity. Then, after the service, join Fred for a discussion to delve deeper into broader conversations about the sermon and the fundamental values behind Unitarian Universalism. Plate Collection50% Shared Plate Collection
The Social Justice Committee has selected the Ruth Ellis Center as February’s 50% shared plate collection recipient. The Ruth Ellis Center is the only mission-specific agency in the Midwest dedicated to at-risk lesbian, gay, bi-attractional, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) youth. Text → to 248-574-8034 with your amount, ex "$20 plate" Donate Online → Select “Plate Collection – 50% Split" In Person → checks & cash. Track Your Financial Giving(use the same email you use to receive the church newsletter) Sign In | Create Account
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Children & Youth Religious EducationSundays @ 10:30 am
Children and youth will join the worship service for the first 20 minutes and will leave after the story and hymn to play community building games and join affinity groups in the multipurpose room. Contact: Eva Leventer, Acting Director of Religious Education eva.leventer@northwestuu.org, 734-260-0501 Visit our NWUU YouTube Channel
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Thursday, February 9 @ 7:00 pm Board meetings are on the second Thursdays of the month at 7:00 pm. Board meetings are public. Board of Governors Diana Kohler, Moderator Xina Stewart, Associate Moderator Tom Ott, Clerk Vacant, Finance Sheryl Goldberg, Membership Jason Bodson, Physical Plant Chris Doozan, Ministry & Right Relationships Vacant, Social Justice & Outreach Jim Moir, Worship & Lifespan Education Contact: Ben Gabel, Congregational Administrator ben.gabel@northwestuu.org, 248-622-7848 Dial In: 646-558-8656 Meeting ID: 896 6907 1980 Passcode: board Zoom Link → Board Meeting Minister Search CommitteeMinister Search Committee Members
Julie Bodson, Linda Gobeski, Rick Goldberg, Suzy Kinnen, Sheria Robinson-Lane, Pete Sutliff, Amy Vansen Contact: NWUU Minister Search Committee nwuusearch@northwestuu.org |
NWUU Gathering Guidelines
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The NWUU Gathering Guidelines are reviewed as deemed necessary by the Safety Committee and are updated as needed based on their awareness of the latest science and guidance from public health authorities. After careful consideration balancing individual risks, providing a communal Sunday morning worship experience, and current practices at other UU congregations, the Safety Committee has updated the NWUU gathering guidelines, effective as of Sunday, January 8th, 2023.
Face Masks Optional at Low and Medium Risk Face masks will be optional when at the Low or Medium community risk for large gatherings (Sunday services, memorial services, weddings, etc.). All participants are required to be masked indoors at the High community risk level. At any risk level, small groups may decide together whether to allow participants to be unmasked. Communal Singing at Low and Medium Risk At Medium risk level and below, there are no restrictions on singing. At High risk level, there will be no indoor singing. Only recorded music will be used. Coffee Hour/Potlucks at Low and Medium Risk Food and drink service are allowed at large indoor gatherings only when the Detroit Metro Area is at Low or Medium risk level according to COVIDActNow. (Small gatherings held at Northwest, such as Tuesday Soup and Service Auction events, may eat together). While there will not be Coffee Hour or Potlucks during High level, members are welcome to stay after worship services to socialize. (Bring-your-own-beverage). Social distancing is advised while unmasked. The current risk level and CDC guidance will be posted in a visible location at the time of gatherings with food service. Gathering Size Limits There will be no limit on gathering size while at the Low or Medium risk level according to the COVID ACT NOW website. While at the High risk level, there will be room capacity limits set and six feet of social distance between households will be advised. |
Vaccinations and Testing Proof of vaccination will not be required; however, if at the High community risk level, attendees will sign a covenant affirming their agreement to abide by current safety measures upon entering the building. Attendees are preferred to be up to date with COVID-19 vaccines. You are up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines if you have completed a COVID-19 vaccine primary series and received the most recent booster dose according to the latest CDC Stay Up to Date Guidance. Unvaccinated persons may attend in person gatherings provided they have received a negative COVID-19 test result within 48 hours of attending. Ventilation, Cleaning, and Reporting The HVAC dampers have been adjusted to allow maximum fresh air intake. Weather permitting, doors and windows should be opened to maximize ventilation. K. Cleaning: Routine cleaning of high-touch services will be done by custodial staff. If an individual receives a positive COVID test within one week of attending a church gathering, they should notify the Congregational Administrator. Medical information will be held in strict confidence. The church will notify potential close contacts. Lifting of Safety Measures All safety measures may be lifted when vaccination against COVID-19 has been available to all ages for a period of six weeks, OR when public health authorities have declared an official end to the pandemic. |
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Contact Us
Congregational Administrator: Ben Gabel can be reached at office@northwestuu.org or by cell phone 248-622-7848