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NEXT SERVICE

Sunday, May 18, 2025

Dreaming Who We Want to Be

 Organizer adrienne maree brown says, “all organizing is science fiction – we are shaping the future we long for and have not yet experienced.” In our congregation, we are conspiring together to imagine and co-create the world we long to inhabit. What questions are we asking and how do we remain open to the answers in a more expansive, liberating, and life-giving way? Rev. Eileen with Worship Associate, Ellie Feddersen, lead this service. The UCE Choir and soloists, directed by Vickie Hellyer and accompanied by guest pianist, Ken Smith, offer their musical gifts. 

Today’s offering will be shared with the Sunrise Movement. The Youth Group selected the Sunrise Movement as this month’s shared offering recipient because they are a group that is organized by youth and is working toward a world in which everyone has access to clear air and water, full pantries of food, affordable housing, free public transportation, good and meaningful jobs, vibrant community centers, and lives filled with joy.

Upcoming Services

May 25 – Memorial Day weekend – Dr. Emma Farrell

June 1 – Flower Communion

June 8 – Pride Service – Rainbow Alliance and Dr. Emma

          

Please join us for in-person & virtual worship services on Sundays at 10:30 am. 

We Are So Glad You Are Here

We are a community of people of all genders, ages, races, ethnicities, abilities, identities, backgrounds, and sexual orientations, practicing Beloved Community. All are welcome! Our mission is to nurture the human spirit for a world made whole. Together we create a community of joy and hope, cultivate minds, sustain spirits, and work toward a more just and peaceful world.

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Welcome visitors! Fill out our online visitor form to sign up for the newsletter and learn more about our community.

RENTALS

If you are looking for space to hold a wedding, memorial, special event or meeting, UCE has lovely spaces to accommodate your needs. We have a new kitchen, state of the art technology for multiplatform events and meetings, parking, lobby staff during your stay, accessible entry, and a t-coil hearing loop among other amenities to make your time here comfortable and convenient.  Click the photo or OUR SPACES button, to explore what’s available, testimonials and more information about our available space.

 The UCE Annual Meeting is on May 18th after the Worship Service

If you are a voting member for more than 90 days, please plan to stay after the service and check in to get your voting card, so that we can quickly establish a quorum. The annual meeting is when we vote on elected leaders as well as the annual budget. This is what democracy looks like!! Those who cannot attend the meeting in person may do so online, via Zoom. You will receive an email with the various documents to be reviewed.

Flower Communion and Annual Picnic – June 1st

The flower communion ceremony, one of our most beloved rituals, was originated by Norbert Capek over 100 years ago in Prague. All Sunday morning attendees are encourage to bring a flower (or a few) from your garden, the store, or plucked from a field, to exchange with one another. Following the service, we'll enjoy a picnic on the lawn (weather permitting). Meat and veggie alternatives are provided and you are asked to bring a salad, side dish, or dessert to share. Anything SUN themed is welcome as we are celebrated the installation of our new solar panels!

Virtual/In-Person Connection Opportunities

For more events, check your Wednesday emails and Friday Newsletters. If you have a virtual meeting that you would like to add to the calendar, contact the office at admin@ucevanston.org.

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Check out updates from the UCE community in our weekly newsletter! Explore the website for pages on our social justice teams, committees, programs, and more.

Social Action and Engagement

Keep our UU values at the core of our work to preserve our democracy.

· Unitarian Universalist Advocacy Network of Illinois (UUANI) ; Sign up for their Action of the Week

· Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) ; Get involved through their Side with Love Action Center

· Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice (UUSJ); Sign up for eNews to receive their Action Alerts

Build relationships for our future.

· Beacons of Light. Join UCE at the corner of Dempster and Ridge every Thursday, 7:00-7:30pm, June 5 – August 28, 2025, as a beacon of light for our country’s future. Bring a sign with a positive message that reflects what you’re feeling about this week’s events and your vision for the days ahead.

· American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois (ACLU-IL),  Rev. Susan Frances serves on their Board – Join their Community Activator Network

· Interfaith Action of Evanston (IAE); Rev. Eileen Wiviott serves on their Board – Volunteer throughout Evanston

Recognize your spending power as an act of justice. Shop local or online from Fair Trade, ecologically sustainable, or BIPOC-owned businesses, like these online shops.

Cultivate an action plan. Get involved with one of UCE’s social action teams . If you are feeling overwhelmed or need some guidance, contact Rev. Susan Frances

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