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 come to church longing for, yearning for, hoping for … a sense of roots, place, belonging, sharing and caring. People come to a church with a search for community, not committee.” — Glenn Turner Chalice Circles are small group ministries that enrich our spiritual community. The practices of holding space and deep listening create mutual … Continue reading Chalice Circles
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.
Seeking Connection in Community? It has been wonderful to welcome so many new families into our religious education program and our congregation this year. As more people are reaching out and seeking connection and community with folks who share similar values, we offer a warm welcome. In our religious education program, we offer opportunities for … Continue reading RE Notes
Cheng-Tozun, D. 2023. Social Justice for the Sensitive Soul: How to Change the World in Quiet Ways. — 303.372 Ch The following review was written by church member Cory Zann. Cheng-Tozun defines a “Sensitive Soul” as someone who identifies with one of “three overlapping groups: highly sensitive, empathic, and introverted. This book is for those … Continue reading Library Corner
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.
“Descarte walks into a bar. Recognizing his regular patron, the bar-keep addresses him. “Will you have the usual, my friend?”. Descartes responds, “I think not.” And poof! He disappears.We meet the first and third Sundays at 12:30 in Room 9, the Buddha Room. Carolyn / carolynheineman@aol.com / 269-547-7113 , Su / suacutler@gmail.com / 269-353-3654
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“The Anthropologists” by Aysegul Savas will be is the topic of our next regular meeting, February 12, 6 – 7:45.We will continue to meet every 2nd Thursday (barring emergencies) at the home of Lois Loeffler. Newcomers are welcome. If you would like to get on the email list for updates and reminders, contact Pat Nelson, patnelson348@gmail.com, … Continue reading Evening Book Club – Newcomers Welcome!
Layla Saad offers her book, Me and White Supremacy: Combat Racism, Change the World, and Become a Good Ancestor (2020) as a guide to people seeking to reduce the harm of their white privilege. The book leads readers through a step-by-step reflection process that works well when done as a group. If you are interested in participating in … Continue reading Dismantling White Supremacy from Within
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.
Fiber arts are fun and meditative and have been bringing groups together for centuries. They can include all sorts of activities, like crochet, knitting, weaving, spinning, embroidery, cross-stitch, etc. Do you enjoy any of these activities? Let’s get together to celebrate our own creativity while creating a supportive community. Please join us the fourth Monday of … Continue reading Yarn Lover’s Unite
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
