Frequently Asked Questions

What happens at Sunday service?

The service typically includes music, readings, and a sermon or talk. Each Sunday, the speaker may be a visiting minister or speaker, a member, or someone from the community. A social time with refreshments follows the service.

What should I wear?

Dress at our Sunday Services is a matter of personal taste. You can wear anything from business suits to shirts/blouses and slacks. "Respectful Casual" wear is typical.

Is there a Sunday School program?

Yes. For details, click Religious Education and Nursery.

Is there nursery care for the children?

Yes, for children under 3..

Who are the members of the Executive Committee of the congregation?

President:   Don Lacy
Vice President:   Kellie Parker
Secretary:   Nefer Lewis
Treasurer:   Phyllis Stewart
At Large:   Fred Anderson

Why should I join the congregation?

Because you want to support liberal religion, religion which affirms reason, tolerance, honesty and compassion.

Because you will find the encouragement to pursue your own religious journey among like-minded people.

Because you want to be a full voting participant in congregational decisions and be eligible to serve as an officer or in other capacities.

Because you want to be part of the wider Unitarian Universalist community.

What does it mean to be a member?

Membership does not require a "conversion" or a rejection of what you value from previous religious affiliations. Neither does it require agreement with a creed. To become a member, you simply make a financial pledge, and sign our membership book, indicating that you are in sympathy with our principles and wish to be part of our spiritual family.

Until you are ready to join, you will be considered a "friend of the congregation". Friends may participate in all activities, but they cannot vote at congregation meetings.

What is a "Friend" of the congregation?

A "Friend" is a person who attends our activities, but has not yet made the decision to join. Friends may participate in all activities, but they cannot vote at congregation meetings. Some people remain as friends for many years, while others sign the book after attending only a few times. Whether to remain a friend or become a member is a personal decision that is left up to each person.

Are board meetings open to the membership? When are board meetings held?

Board meetings are typically held once a month; time and place are announced in the newsletter, the bulletin, and/or this website. Congregation members who are not board members are welcome to attend, but cannot vote.

How can I learn more?

Visit the rest of our web site and its links and ask questions of members and friends during the after-service social time.

In conclusion

We offer an open, supportive fellowship, ready to welcome people regardless of ethnic background, sexual orientation, education, or income level. We try to accept each other with all our quirks and frailties, support each other with love and understanding, and inspire each other with new ideas.