Marquette Unitarian Universalist Congregation

"Every Day We Will Remember - Reflections on The Burning Time," Service presented by February Sky.
2023-01-15 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Detroit) | MI
During what has come to be known as “The Burning Time” in Europe and America, which included the Inquisition, it’s estimated that as many as 9 million innocent women, men and children were persecuted under the varying official definitions of “witchcraft.” Of course, this type of persecution is as antithetical to Unitarian Universalist beliefs as could possibly be imagined. In these enlightened times, no such horrors could possibly happen again – or could they? This service will be a reminder that UUs must continue to stand against intolerance and hatred based on “differences” between people.

Note date change: MUUC Board of Trustees Meeting, all welcome! Join us VIA ZOOM at the same link as for regular MUUC services.
2023-01-17 17:30 - 19:00

"Overcoming Fear," presented by Christie Jean Wagner - What fears are important? What fears only hold us back? One trans woman’s journey.
2023-01-22 11:00 - 12:00
What fears are important? What fears only hold us back? One trans woman’s journey.

Spiritual Discussion Sunday. Plan on small group sharing of what spirituality is and how we seek it out. Facilitated by Jill Malin.
2023-01-29 11:00 - 12:00

"On Keeping On." about doing the hard things, presented by Kathryn Morski & Caitlin Kirkenwitz (née Morski)
2023-02-05 11:00 - 12:00

Triangle Service with Petoskey and Bay de Noc UUs, UU Petoskey member Nancy Kinney on Charles Darwin Day.
2023-02-12 11:00 - 12:00
International Darwin Day on February 12th inspires people throughout the globe to reflect and act on the principles of intellectual bravery, perpetual curiosity, scientific thinking, and hunger for truth as embodied in Charles Darwin.

16th “Annual” UU Soup Dinner! Click this Event for links to signup sheets for soup, bread and desserts.
2023-02-18 17:00 - 19:00
Join Marquette Unitarian Universalist Congregation and Northwoods Learning Hub families for a delicious meal of homemade soups, breads & desserts, music & community. Donations of all sizes welcome. ALL proceeds go to JJ Packs, a non-profit addressing hunger in Marquette!
Soup, bread and dessert sign up is here!
Sign up is available below or call/text Sarah Johnson at 906-458-3915 to sign up to bring food items for this great event!
Soup sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0948ABAD2AA7FBCE9-crockpot
Bread sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0948ABAD2AA7FBCE9-loaf
Dessert sign up: https://www.sig nupgenius.com/go/10C0948ABAD2AA7FBCE9-dessert

“Humans Wrote the Bible, God Wrote Life - The Teachings of John Shelby Spong,” presented by February Sky
2023-02-19 11:00 - 12:00
The word “God” can be a hot-button for many Unitarian Universalists. But late maverick retired Episcopal bishop John Shelby Spong, whose best known book is “Why Christianity Must Change or Die,” gives us some new ways of looking at the concept. He says, “I can tell no one who God is or what God is. Neither can anyone else – from the Pope to Pat Robertson to the Dalai Lama. That is simply an aspect of human pretending.” We will explore the ideas of this courageous and far-sighted man as expressed by him, and by others, in speech and in song.

WORK PARTY - NO SERVICE -Join us in fellowship while sprucing up our congregational home - Snacks provided!
2023-02-26 11:00 - 12:30
A chance to review the sanctuary and displays – Redo the bookshelves – Replant plants in larger pots – Hang up more current signage – Test coffee makers and clean out fridge – Make a list of repairs needed.

Martin Steindler speaks, sermon title "Fooling Around"
2023-03-05 11:00 - 12:00

Triangle Service with Petoskey and Bay de Noc UUs, "Spiritual Maturity," featuring Rev. Alice Diebel.
2023-03-12 11:00 - 12:00

"Strength, Vision and Courage: Songs by Women About Women," in honor of Women's History Month, presented by February Sky
2023-03-19 11:00 - 12:00
As in many other fields, women tend to have a hard time being taken seriously as songwriters. Yes, their writing is subtly different from men’s, and this is seen as making it inferior rather than “different therefore equal.” But many well-crafted and meaningful songs have been written by women about women. This service will focus on a number of them.

MUUC Board of Trustees Meeting, all welcome! Join us VIA ZOOM at the same link as for regular MUUC services
2023-03-21 18:00 - 20:00

No service in observance of the beginning of Spring Break.
2023-03-26 11:00 - 12:00

Dan Young from Bay de Noc UU in Escanaba speaks, "Let There be Light," a service on Dan's fabulous photography. This will be an intergenerational service, so bring the kids!
2023-04-02 11:00 - 12:00

Triangle Service with Petoskey and Bay de Noc UUs, "Perspectives on Easter," with Connie Simon, a former intern at Unitarian Society of Germantown (PA). How do we celebrate traditional holidays in different ways?
2023-04-09 11:00 - 12:00

"Falling In Love With Being Together - Why We 'Do Church',” presented by February Sky.
2023-04-16 11:00 - 12:00
Human beings seem to have an innate need for connection and belonging. For many, this is met by family, or by work, or by other activities where people come together for a common purpose. Many Unitarian Universalists harbor beliefs and viewpoints which tend to be a bit out of the mainstream. For us, a church welcoming all, as long as they respect the inherent worth and dignity of every person, can become a place to find support, togetherness and love.

Service or forum on Earth Month, presenter/speaker TBA.
2023-04-23 11:00 - 12:00

10:30 a.m. NOTE EARLIER START TIME! Acceptance and Encouragement, fifth Sunday Fellowship, with Petoskey UU, on UU Principles 3 & 4. use Second Sunday link in "Sunday Services" to connect to Zoom meeting
2023-04-30 10:30 - 11:30
This is a 10:30 Service. Unitarians believe that each person should be free to search for what is right and true in life. This Fifth Sunday Fellowship service affirms that there are many paths for spiritual growth, including the faith of a Humanist and a Naturalistic Theist. Jennifer Halperin and Brenda Shiring offer the sermon. Click HERE to join the Zoom meeting.

Special MUUC Board of Trustees Meeting to plan May 21 Members and Friends Informational Forum - via Zoom
2023-05-02 18:00 - 20:00
To attend, Click on this link

"Mental Wellness: The Stigma of Mental Health Concerns & Understanding Anxiety," presented by Dr. Emily DePetro
2023-05-07 11:00 - 12:00
Please join us this Sunday, May 7th, at 11 am when psychologist Dr. Emily DePetro will be the guest speaker for the second of our Service/Forum series to discuss the stigma of mental health concerns and how we can better understand anxiety.
Dr. DePetro is a native of Marquette offering her services in the area at Rising UP Psychological Services PLLC, Dr. DePetro has a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology and Master’s of Science in Psychological Science degree from our very own Northern Michigan University. She then completed a Master’s of Science and a Doctorate of Psychology in Clinical Psychology from the Florida Institute of Technology. Dr. DePetro is honored to be able to provide these services to the outstanding members of the Upper Peninsula and to continue building positive mental health awareness in the community that we call home.

Triangle Service with Petoskey and Bay de Noc UUs, Remember to Celebrate
2023-05-14 11:00 - 12:00
Welcome Zooming UU’s in Petoskey, Bay de Doc, Marquette, and beyond — “Remember to Celebrate” — An affirmation and a reminder that in times of trouble, look for the joy and take time to celebrate. Presented by JaZahn Hicks, 2022 UU the Vote Campaign Manager.

All Members and Friends Informational Forum and Discussion About the Future of MUUC
2023-05-21 11:00 - 12:00

NO SERVICE in observance of Memorial Day Weekend
2023-05-28

Bridging Ceremony for Jay, Bodhi and Emma / End of SE Year celebration.
2023-06-04 11:00 - 12:00

Triangle Service with Petoskey and Bay de Noc UUs, Topic TBD.
2023-06-11 11:00 - 12:00

Special Board Meeting to set the MUUC Budget for the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year - ALL INVITED (via Zoom, same link as for Sunday services)
2023-06-13 18:00 - 20:00
(Zoom Link)

Shine Dance Fitness at the meeting house.
2023-06-15 17:00 - 18:30

SECOND All Members and Friends Informational Forum and Discussion About the Future of MUUC
2023-06-18 11:00 - 12:00
Based on the input from the May 21 Informational Forum, your Board of Trustees will present their recommendations on our path forward. Join us in person or online for this important discussion. INFORMATION ONLY – No votes will be taken at this forum. Voting on the issues discussed at the informational forums WILL take place at the Annual Meeting on June 25

IMPORTANT - ANNUAL MEETING - to VOTE on Budget, Board of Trustees and direction for the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year
2023-06-25 11:00 - 12:00
To vote on the future direction of the congregation, the MUUC Budget and Board of Trustees membership for the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year
