At the December board meeting, the People’s Church board celebrated the success of the Holiday Bazaar, and was glad to see the commitment of the congregation to purchase our solar panels from Helios Solar.  The decision made financial sense, and was in accord with UU values.  After reviewing the congregational meeting that led to the … Continue reading From the Board

We celebrate the life and mourn the death of former People’s Church member Bill Ginn, who died on November 18. Bill is the father of People’s person Juli Ginn and the ex-husband of Kimberly Ginn. You can read his obituary here: https://www.farleyestesdowdle.com/obituaries/william-ginn In addition to the funeral service on December 5, a gathering to remember Bill Ginn will … Continue reading In Memoriam: Bill Ginn

“Formal Practice” in the mindfulness community means any intentional structured activity that strengthens our ability to be aware of the present moment, that soften our being, and/or that increases our capacity to experience things “just as they are”.  This can include various forms of meditation, compassion practice, body scan, and mindful yoga.   Sitting alongside Formal Practice, is … Continue reading A Mindful Moment

The People’s Church silent auction is returning in February with the bid sheets in the foyer outside of the Commons. We need volunteers to help make this happen. If you’re interested, please reach out to Sharon Sauter (sssauter@gmail.com) or Donna Kaye (donnatwin2@att.net). Now is the time to start thinking about what you may wish to donate. … Continue reading Coming Soon: People’s Church Silent Auction

“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 January 24th5-8pm Bring a dish to pass and your favorite game to share! Childcare will be provided for the littles.

Saturday January 31 4:00-8:00 PM Drop your kids off with the child providers at church and we will feed them pizza and play with them while you get a night to yourself. Donations accepted to offset costs of childcare and dinner.  Look for a sign up which will be forthcoming in the foyer and in the … Continue reading Parent’s Night Out

Need To Cool Your Jets? Feeling a little too revved up at church? Need to calm down a bit? Take a tip from our JET PIG, Bartlet, and head to our new “Cool Your Jets” Sensory Room (room 13).  Thanks to Special Education teacher, Becca Sparks, we have transformed our old archives room into a … Continue reading RE Notes

Wintering; the Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times, by Katherine May — 818.603 Ma The author, a secular mystic, provides a revelatory exploration of ways we can care for and repair ourselves when life knocks us down.    Father Time and the Day Boxes, by George Ella Lyon — J Ly Text and illustrations … Continue reading Library Corner

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 second Monday of … Continue reading Yarn Lover’s Unite

“North Woods” by Daniel Mason will be reviewed by Nancy Stern at our next  regular meeting, 1/8/26, 6p – 7:45p. 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!

Last spring the Federal Government cancelled an $18.9 million grant to KCCC in partnership with the County, for rehabbing and energy efficiency retrofitting 300 homes in the older parts of Kalamazoo. The project also included training workers in the necessary trade skills, and creating four “Resilience Hubs” for relief and support of individuals during extreme … Continue reading What’s Happening with the Kalamazoo Climate Crisis Coalition (KCCC)?

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 December 13, Room 19, noon-1pmCome join a few People’s people for lunch and conversation. Bring a dish to share. This meal is open to everyone.

These are classes for newcomers and anyone else who wants to know more about People’s Church. All of these classes are proceeded by a potluck lunch – bring something to share!Please sign up to attend here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508054BA9AC22A13-59803997-membership#/Childcare is available with advanced notice.If you are interested in church membership or more information but cannot attend these … Continue reading Inquirers Series