Learn, Grow & Be Together in June - St. John's Unitarian Universalist Church

The annual congregational meeting is after service Sunday, June 2.

Please come for church updates and to vote.

Braver Angels — June 2 Men’s Group Potluck Program

hands hold wrists Formed after the 2016 election to bridge the partisan divide, the volunteer-led Braver Angels promotes community gatherings, debates, and grassroots leaders working together.

For the Men’s Group Sunday, June 2, program at 7 p.m., Cincinnati member Rich Overturf will explain what Braver Angels has been up to locally and nationally to strengthen our democracy. All are welcome. For the 6 p.m. potluck, in addition to bringing food to share, all those dining are asked to also bring their own dishware, utensils and beverage.

Please help with church cleaning

Our custodian is on medical leave. Calling all volunteers: Help is needed to keep the church clean while Jeff is gone, Tuesdays and Fridays, starting at 9am. Text Cliff Shisler if you can help @ 513-266-4604.

Sanctuary and Immigration Team, virtually 2nd Wednesdays. Next meeting June 12

Learn with our St. John’s UU Sanctuary and Immigration Team (SIT) about the region’s immigrants and refugees and how to support them. SIT generally meets on the second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. by Zoom.

Several members of St. John’s distribute food contributions through the Willows Project, with which we are associated. We are members of the Cincinnati Immigrant Dignity Coalition, and are involved with community organizations in our Cincinnati area, Butler County and Northern Kentucky.

All are welcome at the meetings. Contact: Sarah Loar Seibert, SIT coordinator, at seibertcs@zoomtown.com.

Join the UUs at Cincinnati Pride – in the parade or at the festival!

For marching in the parade, arrive before 11 a.m. at 7th & Plum St. on Saturday, June 22. You can view the parade route at the Cincinnati Pride Parade information page here.

Our UU booth will be staffed about 9 a.m.-8 p.m. The Pride Festival takes place at Sawyer Point and Yeatman’s Cove, 705 East Pete Rose Way. It’s free for everyone. There’s food, drinks, vendors, and entertainment. More information on the festival is on the Cincinnati Pride Festival information page.

You can help people learn about Unitarian Universalism at the UU Booth! It’s a lot of fun working a shift at the booth, talking with people, handing out information, and watching the crowd.

Use this Sign-up Genius to help. Set up and break down is especially needed help. Thanks!

Think about volunteering in July when we host Found House guests

Four unhoused families with children, clients of Found House/IHN, will be our guests at SJUU July 7-14. Can you provide supper, play with the kids, lead a craft or manicure party, or stay overnight? This is one of our major service projects, with many ways to help. If you are new to St. John’s or unfamiliar with Found House, stop by the “Ask Me About Found House” table in the lobby after worship. Found House team members can tell you more about the program and suggest ways to get involved (for example, bringing a pan of brownies and staying to wash dishes or assisting with games but not being in charge). Or contact Wanda Crawford, our coordinator.

——————REPEATING EVENTS——————

Meditation on Wednesdays and Sundays

Meditation is available 4-5 p.m. Wednesdays in Haehnle Hall and from 10-10:45 a.m. on Sundays in the Ghandi Room. For more information, or if you plan to come for the first time to the Wednesday session, please contact Erna or Alicia beforehand at erna.olafson@gmail.com or Alicia at 513-807-9902.

Brown bag lunch with Rev. Jenn Thursdays at noon. lunch bags

Pack a lunch and enjoy conversation with Rev. Jenn and whomever else joins.