Heart to Heart
So many gifts of toiletries for SOS clients! Thank you to everyone who was able to contribute items, and to Sarah Wilson who sewed more than thirty drawstring bags to contain them. The evening began with a meal of chili and soup and other comfort food. Youngsters then created caring cards and filled 34 cloth drawstring bags for individuals.

UUSC Guest at Your Table
Thank you to everyone who was able to support our campaign in support of the UUSC Guest at Your Table. Final contributions will be tabulated and sent in shortly.

Volunteer Breakfast, February 7, 9:30-10:15 am

From October through May, RE teachers and other religious education volunteers are invited and encouraged to come in early the first Sunday of each month for breakfast of coffee or tea, juice, and muffins or other tasty treats. This is a time to get to know other volunteers, ask questions, make suggestions, etc. At least one member of the RE Committee will be present each month.

JUUMP
The JUUMP (Junior Unitarian Universalist Maturational Process) program is off and running. Parents met January 24. A combined meeting of youth, mentors, and parents is scheduled February 7, 12:00-2:30. A brief meeting will be followed by potluck lunch, and then on to beginning group activities.

Friday Fun – Games Night, February 26, 6:30-9:00 pm
We’re having a Games Night for ALL AGES, so pick out your favorite game and join the group! (See separate post)

Children’s Black History Presentation, February 28
February is Black History Month and our elementary children, under the direction of Karen Lumsden, will present a tribute to some inspirational black women and men during the Sunday service.

Nursery/Playroom
Monica and Katrina welcome children to the nursery/playroom. The girls are providing a short class for those three years and older – a children’s story followed by a related UU
oriented activity.

Elementary Class
Children in the Elementary Class completed their Travel in Time with teachers Carol Jackson, Marilyn Schmid, Barb Sosnowski, and Sarah Wilson. They now begin the second semester which will show them that peace and justice are In Our Hands. Teachers this semester are Gina Labban, Wendy Nolan, and Xia Wang.

Middle School Class
Middle Schoolers, already  familiar with UU Principles, are learning more about UU roots in Jewish-Christian culture, different ways UUs create community, and the place of science and reason in UU religious life. Thank you Wendy Chessin and Betty Chessin, who taught first semester, and welcome to second semester teachers Dede Mathis and Kurt Schmid who continue with Traditions with a Wink. Members of the class are
enthusiastic about the JUUMP program which begins this month.

First Friday Fun – Christmas!
A good time was had by nearly 30 adults and children who attended – the gingerbread houses were a big hit with everyone. Thanks to all who helped!

Gifting Tree for Lighthouse
Lighthouse thanks us for our donations of toys, household items, clothing, and gift cards which have been distributed to those in need in the Pontiac area.

UUSC Guest at Your Table
The RE Committee is once again sponsoring Guest at Your Table. Donations for the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee may be turned in during the month of January – all contributions received will be sent in the week of January 31. (See separate article.)

NO First Sunday Volunteer Breakfast in January.  The next Volunteer Breakfast will be February 7.

Friday Fun Night – Heart to Heart, January 22 (6:30-9:00)
Something new for Friday Fun! January will provide a mixture of social service, craft, food, and fun. Mark your calendars and plan to come and find out what’s happening.

Nursery/Playroom

Monica and Katrina welcome children to the nursery/playroom. The girls are providing a short class for those three years and older – a children’s story followed by a related UU oriented activity.

Elementary Class
Children in the Elementary Class this month conclude their imaginary travel in time with teachers Carol Jackson, Marilyn Schmid, Barb Sosnowski, and Sarah Wilson. This semester they have learned about UU history in North America, its affirmations and principles, and ways individual UUs live their religious beliefs.

Middle School Class
Middle Schoolers, already familiar with UU Principles, are learning more about UU roots in Jewish-Christian culture, different ways UUs create community, and the place of science and reason in UU religious philosophy with teachers Wendy Chessin and Betty Chessin.
Members of the class are enthusiastic about the JUUMP program which begins this month. Parents will shortly receive further written information.

Barb Sosnowski