February is OTOC month at Urban Abbey, 1026 Jackson in the Old Market. Similar to our Share the Plate program, Urban Abbey shares a percentage of counter sales with Omaha Together One Community. Second Unitarian has been an active member of this congregation-based community organization for 20+ years. Come learn about current OTOC issues: • … Continue reading Issue Cafes at Urban Abbey
With every new beginning, there is the discomfort that accompanies change. Throughout life, we come to make peace with this discomfort at whatever level we can manage because we understand the potential for great things. For every discomfort I have experienced since becoming your DRE, I’ve received twice as much care. Care in the form … Continue reading Wonderful Welcome
In an effort to provide more opportunities for socialization and discussion, we’re starting a MOVIE NIGHT! Every other Friday we’ll be watching a movie selected by someone from the church and discussing it afterwards. The idea is “Find Wisdom Where You May” so hopefully people will pick some interesting films with deep meaning for them … Continue reading Friday Night is Movie Night
Come warm up with music by Carla/bill coffee house style with Fellowship serving hot beverages and cookies. Plan to attend this family friendly event on Saturday night, January 25th starting at 7 p.m. If you have questions, please contact Janet N., Judy E. or Lynn A. ~ the Fellowship Committee
To Second Unitarian Church Visitors: Thinking about joining this church but want to know more? Would you like to share your spiritual journey with others in a supportive and welcoming space? I am JoAnne Draper, Chair of the Membership Team and I would like to invite you to attend our “EnqUUiring Minds” class. This class … Continue reading EnqUUiring Minds Class Saturday, January 4th
UUA webinars in 2019 featured social justice outreach and how small congregations can right size their structure and governance. January 15th’s webinar delves into Stewardship and Sustainability for the Long Haul. Everyone is encouraged to attend this presentation by UUA staff. Pizza delivered at 5:45; webinar starts at 6. We will work to accommodate childcare … Continue reading Save the Date for the Webinar for Small Congregations: January 15th
You are cordially invited to TUUsday Circle on Tuesday, December 10th, 12:00 noon. For our December meeting, we gather for lunch at a local restaurant that exemplifies our values. This year, we’ve chosen The Food Hub, No More Empty Pots. The Food Hub is located at the southeast corner of 30th and Willet Streets, 8501 North 30th. … Continue reading TUUsday Circle is December 10th
On Friday, November 8th Faithful Builders volunteers put the finishing touches on its new Habitat for Humanity home located at 3019 Pratt Street. On Saturday morning the home was dedicated. Many of the volunteers from the Coalition’s 13 churches were on hand to welcome the new owners, Ahmed, Zahra and their three children. David Klitz, … Continue reading 2U Volunteers Once Again Helped Build a Habitat Home
Saturday, December 14th, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. For 2U members only. Different-sized congregations operate very differently from one another in some critical ways. And, when a congregation approaches the next size – when it is in a transition zone – it is very common for conflict to break out! Many congregations, including 2U, … Continue reading Church Size Transition Workshop
Soul Matters Group 1 would like to welcome church members and affiliates to join our Soul Matters Sharing Circle that meets the last Monday of each month from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. The Soul Matters meetings follow a structured format of sharing based on exercises provided by the Soul Matters Sharing Circle national office. The … Continue reading Soul Matters