Dear People’s Church members and friends, People’s people are generous people. We give our time, talent, treasure, and trust to do the works of love that none of us can accomplish alone. Over the last year, we have: The world needs our values of justice, equity, transformation, pluralism, interdependence, generosity and love now, perhaps more … Continue reading Stewardship Season Begins!
When’s the last time you took a look at the ‘I Wish Someone Would…” board?You can access the board online here: https://padlet.com/PeoplesChurch/lvo4v0pcvh14ck70 Reminder on how the board works:
“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
We will hold 2 sessions in 2026Session 1: June 15-19Session 2: August 17-21Registration will open in March.Priority Registration in Session 2 for campers who cannot attend Session 1.More Details Coming Soon!
Change and Transition I am in my last semester at Meadville Lombard Theological School. On May 2nd, I graduate as a certified Spiritual Director. I have been learning so much and am excited about this new endeavor. Spiritual Directors accompany people and can serve as supportive companions on this journey of life. They can help … Continue reading RE Notes
Many people are not used to looking UP to browse library shelves. The titles below were ones waiting (patiently?) for someone to discover them on the top shelves of People’s library shelving along the back wall. Use the nearby stool to reach the many titles that may surprise you. Sources of Strength; Meditations on Scripture … Continue reading Library Corner
Tuesday March 17, 1:30-3pm, on Zoom.Link: https://uuma.zoom.us/j/5527667326The elders circle has finished their shared reading and will be exploring different topics related to aging, death, and dying in upcoming months. For our March meeting, we will be learning about the work of a death doula with church member Donna McClurkan. All church members are welcome to … Continue reading In Later Years: A Conversation with a Death Doula
Senior Readers Theater will perform the One-Act play “The White Caps,” written and directed by Gordon Bolar. The play will be performed in the People’s Church commons on Wed., March 4, 2026, at 1 p.m. This presentation by is part of the programming for the “In Later Years Group” at People’s Church and is free, … Continue reading Senior Readers Theater Presents…
The Dali Lama has been known to say “not all of your thoughts have your best interest in mind.” What would it be like to see our thoughts as ‘just thoughts’? Not the truth of who we are, but just as tiny electrical impulses traveling down neurons. Not phenomena that bully and delude us, but … Continue reading A Mindful Moment
“Martyr” by Kaveh Akbar will be reviewed by Marijo Steenstra at our next meeting, March 12, 6-7:45 at the home of Lois Loeffler. 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 … 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
March 21, 2026, 1:00-5:00pm.An afternoon of workshops, education, and community-building on climate resilience andaction.Spring awakens the senses. Bird calls, soil scents, and emerging bits of green urge us to head outside, tobe doing things in the yard. However, spring in Michigan is usually a two-steps forward, one step backprocess that requires patience.If you are feeling … Continue reading Faith. Climate. Action.
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?
Dear People’s people, A few notes as we prepare for spring at People’s Church:March is steward-ship season. This is when we ask people to make their financial commitments to the church for the fiscal year that begins in July. This year, we are working to both fund our yearly budget and shore up our capital … Continue reading From the Minister
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
