NWUU - Adult Programs

The monthly book discussion group, open to all, continues to meet in members' homes on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Call the church office to find out where the group is meeting.

Date	Title	Author
October 19	The Kite Runner	Khaled Hosseini
November 16	The Blind Assassin	Margaret Atwood

Social Programs

Play Cards?
Euchre Night: Next one: Nov. 20, 2004, 7:30 p.m. We play euchre on the third Saturday every other month (Sept., Nov., Jan., March, and May -- no Summer months). Info: T. Smith.

Bridge: 7:00 p.m., first Friday each month. Information: J. Williams.

Sunday Morning Discussion Groups

For many years the fourth part of our Sunday service has been discussion group activity. This is a time for members of the congregation to share and to consider their diverse viewpoints. Over time there have been many titles and topics for these groups. Currently, these are the regular discussion groups:

Sermon Discussion – Meets almost every Sunday to reflect on the issues raised in that day’s homily.
Social Responsibility – Meets the first Sunday of each month to discuss topics of social relevance. This is coordinated by the Social Responsibility Committee.
Conservative/Liberal Forum – Meets the second Sunday of each month. In the context of our liberal religion there is a diversity of social and political views. These viewpoints range from some popularly classified as “Conservative,” others “Liberal.” This group discusses this variety of understandings as expressed by members of our congregation.
Parenting – This group gathers every third Sunday to share experiences and support in the on-going adventure of parenting. There is frequently a lead topic, as well as time for individual concerns.
Open Forum – This group meets the final Sunday of each month to consider topics from our every day lives in the context of UU values.

All members and visitors are encouraged to participate in this final part of our Sunday service. Additional or special discussion groups are always encouraged. If you have suggestions, call the church office (248-354-4488) and ask about the Adult Programs Committee.

Please note: Most Adult Program activities are free of charge. There may be a nominal fee for refreshments. See the Northwest newsletter, “Growing Times,” for more information.

Mission Statement for Adult Programs Committee

To provide formal and informal opportunities -- both educational and social -- that enhance our church community, reinforce our UU values, and provide opportunities for increased involvement of church members and friends.

To these ends, the committee facilitates diverse activities, including:

Adult religious education classes
Sunday morning discussion groups
Guest speaker programs
Social events (parties, theater outings, e.g.)