Saturday March 7, 2pm at People’s ChurchMembers of the Faith Alliance – the religious leaders connected to OutFront – will offer blessings to trans folks. Local musicians will also participate in this gathering.Even if you don’t think this event is ‘for you,’ please come if you are able. It is a meaningful event for all … Continue reading Be Blessed: A Transgender Day of Visibility Gathering

The Artist and Vendor Bazaar Team is looking for another member to join us. The role for this person would be primarily coordinating our tasks according to our timeline as part of our shared leadership team. Learn with us this year, lead with us next year. Qualities: organized, time-ly follow-up; communicate effectively, represent the church; … Continue reading Bazaar Artist Committee Recruiting New Volunteer!

During the service on March 15Since 1987, OutFront Kalamazoo has worked to advance social justice, build coalitions, change hearts and open minds in Kalamazoo County so that all people can live authentically and free from discrimination regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation. You can learn more about OutFront at https://www.outfrontkzoo.org/

For our stewardship campaign this March, we are looking to gather in small groups for conversation about what the church means to us, the current state of the church building, and our financial com-mitments for the coming year. To do this well, we need a many hosts. Could you host a small group of People’s … Continue reading Can You Host a Grateful Gathering?

You can pay for your won Silent Auction items HERE! They say it takes a village to raise a child, but we believe it takes a village to keep a church thriving. At People’s Church, we are so incredibly blessed to have such a dedicated village. We are thrilled to share that this year’s silent … Continue reading The Auction was a Huge Success This Year!

At our January 2026 meeting, we celebrated the purchase of our solar panels and the generosity of people’s donations to the cause; this decreased the amount we needed to draw from the Palmer fund for the purchase. After discussion, it was agreed that having an Affiliated Community Minister would be beneficial for all; (presently there … Continue reading From the Board

Artist: Kandy GradyArtist Reception: Sunday February 8th at 12:15pm This series is styled in the fashion of African-American Folk Art. My choice of bold colors and patterned backgrounds are used to convey a message. Often-times subjects lack full facial details in hope that the audience can relate to them without the concern of race or … Continue reading Art Wall: Crazy Blessed

In Memoriam: Ellie KillingerWe celebrate the life and mourn the death of People’s person Ellie Killinger, who died on December 30. She was a member of People’s Church for 58 years. In keeping with her wishes, there will be a memorial plaque installed in her honor in our memorial garden and a portion of her … Continue reading In Memoriam

People’s Church is seeking volunteers to serve on the 2026 Safety and Medical teams. Each member could sign up for several Sundays (5 to 7) of their choice in 2026. If you are interested, please contact Gordon Bolar at gordon.bolar@wmich.edu for further information. Orientation and training will be provided.  

Saturday February 215-8pm Bring a dish to pass and your favorite game to share! Childcare will be provided for the littles.

Tuesday, February 17, 1:30-3pm on ZoomLink: https://uuma.zoom.us/j/5527667326This book, by a Unitarian Universalist minister who is a chaplain at a retirement com-munity, provides a jumping off point for conversations about aging with intentionality and care. For this session, we will read the final chapter on ‘Mystery’ and the conclu-sion. All are welcome.

Friday, February 13, 2026 12:00pm-1:00pm Virtual Agrivoltaics is the dual use of land for solar energy and agricultureByron is the owner of Jack’s Solar Farm, where he’s been conducting research on this topic in partnership with NREL, and researchers at Colorado State and Arizona State Universities. Charles is actively promoting agrivoltaics in Michigan (he was … Continue reading Climate Conversations

Join Us – All Are Welcome! Intro to Reform Judaism Tuesdays at Temple B’nai Israel—7:00-9:00pm Feb 17th & 24th & Mar 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th Introduction to Reform Judaism is designed for those who would like to learn about the foundations of Reform Judaism or for those who may be searching for an entryway … Continue reading Intro to Reform Judaism

Puzzle shelves are overflowing with neat puzzles, lots of 300 and 500 piece ones! Feel free to borrow a few to help entertain family members during the holiday season. Lots of hours of fun available. Space has been made on the shelves in the church library. Puzzles can be taken, returned, added & enjoyed at … Continue reading Puzzle Exchange Overflowing!

Saturday February 14, potluck lunch at noon, program at 1pm, in Room 19Come bring a dish to share and join People’s people for lunch at noon.Following the meal, we will have a ‘crafternoon,’ an afternoon of crafts. Bring a project to work on, your favorite coloring book, or come create something new with church friends.

Sunday February 22, during the serviceThe Unitarian Universalist Association is the association of over 1,000 UU congregations that partner together to do the works of love that none of us can accomplish alone: developing curriculum like Our Whole Lives, vetting ministers and other reli-gious professionals and managing the search process, speaking out in support of … Continue reading Special Offering Recipient: Unitarian Universalist Association

Did you know that rooms in our church building are available to rent for events and meeting? We regularly host groups and organizations from our wider community in our church space for modest rental fees. Please spread the word! We can accommodate groups from a few to a few hundred at nearly any time except … Continue reading Church Building Rentals

People’s Church is governed by a nine-member Board of Trustees that plays an important role in strategic planning, decision-making, and matters brought to the congregation for vote. Board members serve three-year terms, with three members rotating off each year. The Nominating Committee is now seeking volunteers and suggestions as we develop recommendations for new Board … Continue reading Board Member Recruitment