It is a joy to be able to take a deep breath and say that the contract is signed, my lease has been approved by the Board and Finance Committee, and I am here to stay for another year!
And what a year it’s going … read more.
When I am home in the frozen tundra of the Midwest, September is a season of preparation and change. As I begin to get ready for fall, my thoughts always turn to the deeper questions in my life.
Why am I here?
What does it all mean?
Am … read more.
It will be about six months until the first ministers have a chance to look at our search packet, and to decide if UUCOV is the congregation of their dreams.
Six months to know who you are and what you want. Six months for … read more.
Minister’s mUUsings June 2023
It has been a fruitful 10 months here at UUCOV. You created an amazing Search Team, and they began their work with enthusiasm and devotion. The Strategic Plan Team worked hard, talking with group after group, and you have a final … read more.
It has been an amazing month at UUCOV.
The Search Committee is up and running, beginning the powerful work of making it possible for UUCOV to find a new minister.
Social Justice work has swung into prominence, and members of UUCOV have been attending Sarasota School Board … read more.
With spring right around the corner, the busy season here at UUCOV is beginning to slow but search years are unlike all others in many ways.
Your Search Committee is just getting started, and they will do a little more each week until we reach the … read more.
As we head into March, we have reached a joyous time in the search process. You have selected your search committee, and they are preparing to begin their work.
So, what now?
Now begins the heart and soul of the search. You will be asked in multiple … read more.
We are deep in the midst of the season and our snowbirds have all flown back here to Paradise to roost for the winter. It’s a joy to look out at the filled seats and to see people greeting returned friends.
And it’s time to begin … read more.
The new year is here, with all the bustle and baggage and resolutions, and plans. The old year is gone, and it is time to quote “Frozen” and say, “Let It Go.”
“Put down the mistakes- you have kicked yourself enough.
Put down the triumphs- you … read more.
Normally, at this time of the year, I try to remind everyone to take some time to be still. But this year is a little different.
Here at UUCOV we are swinging into the hustle and bustle of our busiest season. The Rockin’ Holiday Dance is … read more.
