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On February 26th, we were selected as one of the Chalice Lighters projects to be funded! Our project is to build two Americans with Disability Act (ADA)-compliant and gender-neutral bathrooms on the upper (Sanctuary) level of our congregation’s building. They received 8 applications, and decided to fund 3. They are still anticipating the usual $18,000, … Continue reading Chalice Lighters Ignite 2UU’s Dreams
Please join us Tuesday, March 13th at 1 p.m. for a tour of Companion Services/ Mosaic. Mosaic describes themselves as a “faith-based organization serving people with intellectual disabilities.” Jeff Siepker is pleased that our group is visiting his workshop. Jeff’s father, Mark, says that the workshop provides Jeff with a “feeling of self-worth through the … Continue reading 2UUsday Circle
Every month Second Unitarian donates one half of our offering to a local non-profit organization. Our Share the Plate Organization for March 2018 is Omaha Healthy Kids Alliance. Omaha Healthy Kids Alliance (OHKA) excels at helping families make connections between health and housing issues. We improve children’s lives by assessing homes, educating families, making informed … Continue reading March Share the Plate – Omaha Healthy Kids Alliance
A: An opportunity to learn more about Unitarian Universalist! B: An opportunity to become better acquainted with folks in our church! C: A pathway to membership! D: All of the above. Answer: D! Please contact Donna Dudley to sign up.
Chalice Lighters are individuals who commit to donating a specific amount of money three times a year to support a worthwhile congregational project. Congregations submit a grant application for projects that cannot be funded through their operating budget or capital campaigns. The project must be in one of the following categories: 1. Enlarging or improving … Continue reading Chalice Lighters supports UU congregations throughout the MidAmerica Region
The Community Garden committee is inviting applications for the garden plots located north of the church. The plots are the same as previous years: 8 feet by 8 feet, approximately. The expectations for growers are: 1. The crops are to be grown organically. 2. There is a $10 fee associated with each plot to reimburse … Continue reading 2018 Community Garden Plots
Join OTOC supporters at Kaneko Art Center, 1111 Jones in the Old Market, on Saturday, March 24th, for entertainment, appetizers, and desserts. The popular silent auction returns with even more treasures to bid on. You can also visit the interactive visual light and sound exhibit that features 3D rainbows and a virtual Stonehenge: thekaneko.org/categories/exhibitions See Jim, … Continue reading OTOC Spring Fun(d)raiser
The annual Pledge Drive is beginning. Join us for the free Kickoff Dinner to be held at the church on March 3rd. Bring your completed pledge forms to the dinner and qualify for one of three cash prizes. Pledge increases over 2017 will be matched by a generous donor, with increases of 25% or more matched … Continue reading 2018 – 2019 Stewardship Pledge Drive
The Membership Committee is sponsoring the EnqUUiring Minds class once again for this spring! Yes, if you would like to know more about Unitarian Universalism, your very own spiritual journey and the Second Unitarian Church of Omaha — please join Cyndi Simpson and the Committee for three sessions in March. EnqUUiring Minds will be held … Continue reading EnqUUiring Minds Class Explores Unitarian Universalism
Join Omaha Together One Community (OTOC) supporters at Kaneko Art Center, 1111 Jones in the Old Market, on Saturday, March 24th, for entertainment, appetizers, and desserts. The popular silent auction returns with even more treasures to bid on. You can also visit the interactive visual light and sound exhibit that features 3D rainbows and a virtual Stonehenge. See Jim, Cheri, or Vicki P. for $25 advance tickets. Tickets at door: $30
