Events Calendar

Although a pandemic may separate us physically, it need not sever us from community. While we cannot be together in body at this time, we can be together in spirit. Let us then, set aside some time each Sunday to gather in spirit with one another and, through ritual and reflection, support one another by strengthening our resolve to remain faithful to our principles and maintain the bonds of community, friendship and love. 

During this time while we can't be together, we are offering a Sunday Service for your use under the Alternative Sunday Worship tab to the left.  We are also offering a shortened interactive Sunday Service via ZOOM at 9:30 each Sunday from July 5 to August 30*.  If you would like to participate and are not on our email list, please send your email address to our Office Assistant Nina at the email address given below.

*We will be virtually attending the Sunday Service at the UUA General Assembly on Sunday, June 28 and there will be no service on Labor Day weekend, Sunday, September 6.  Regular Sunday services will resume on Sunday, September 13.

Upcoming Events​
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Notice of the Annual Meeting
When:  Monday, June 29, 2020
Where:  Electronically via Zoom
To all legal voting members of the Brookfield Unitarian Universalist Church, also known as the First Congregational Unitarian Parish or Society of Brookfield, Massachusetts:
June 29, 7 p.m. to elect officers and trustees; adopt the budget for the following fiscal year; and to hear officers’, Minister’s, and committee reports; and to act on any articles or motions.

Aging As A Spiritual Practice
The continuation of the Adult Religious Education course will be meeting some Sundays after services. See calendar for specific dates, or contact Cruger Johnson Phillips, cruger.johnson@gmail.com or Joanne Hamerly, jmh2ndchapter@gmail.com  

​Announcements!

The Membership Committee Survey is Here!
​Copies are available at the BUUC and an email will be forthcoming soon!  All the information you need to know is printed on the survey. Please return surveys to the Survey Box by February 2nd. Thank you!

Capital Campaign
Capital Campaign The BUUC is currently running a Capital Campaign to repair exterior stability and to build a handicapped accessible bathroom in the basement including installation of a wheelchair lift, which will improve access to both levels of the building. If you would like to make a pledge, pledge forms are available at the church. If you would like to make a one-time donation simply submit a check with the notation “capital campaign”. Any and all amounts are appreciated! Another way to support this project is to volunteer your time on a fundraiser. Please see a committee member. Thank you for your support! ~ CC Members - Tim Boon, Kim Burdon and Amy Frisella.
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Volunteers Wanted for the Brookfield Ecumenical Food Pantry
​Do you have two hours a month to help out at the Food Pantry? The pantry is looking for volunteers to help distribute food to clients throughout the year. Hours of operation are from 9:30 am – 11:00 am on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The Food Pantry is located at St. Mary’s Church in Brookfield. It is a very hands-on way to help out the community. To learn more, contact me at sully-3@charter.net or at coffee hour. 
​~Donna Sullivan
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Planning an Event or Meeting at BUUC?
If you or your committee is planning an event at BUUC, please be sure to notify BUUC’s Office Assistant Nina Ellison at buuc01506@gmail.com. She can check if the date, space and time you want is available and promote your event or meeting through the appropriate outlets used at BUUC (email, print, calendar, Facebook, Twitter). If you are the event/meeting host/chairperson, please arrive at the church before other attendees to ensure the space is ready (including lights and heat as needed). 
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​Scrapbook
​We purchased a scrapbook to document BUUC events. If you attend an event and take a photo please forward it to Debbie via email, Debbie@DebbieEnnis.com. Please write a brief line or two about the event, i.e. date, purpose, place, responsible committee. We also welcome newspaper articles about our church or our members, when the BUUC is mentioned. We would love to have this to look back on in future years. Thank you, Your Membership Committee

Ongoing Events
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STONE SOUP COMMUNITY LUNCHEON
Every first Wednesday of the month from October to June, Noon to 1 pm
All are invited for Stone Soup where your presence is the secret (and most important) ingredient.  We provide the soup and coffee/tea, you bring something to share (bread, juice, appetizer/dessert). So please, join me for an hour with food, friends, and conversation.
~     Rev. Craig

THE BUUC WOMEN'S ALLIANCE
During the church year (September through June,) second Wednesday each month at 7 pm at the BUUC or in a member’s home unless otherwise noted.
All women are welcome.  Contact Laurie Magnuson for more information. 
    The Women’s Alliance is open to all women in the community. This year we have some plans in the making.  We are also planning a fun day of health awareness and relaxation methods this spring and are happy to once again be presenting our Goods and Services Silent Auction at at date to be determined.
Please feel free to join us.  Contact Laurie Magnuson at LMagnuson@randolphproducts.com for more information. 

CHOIR REHEARSAL 
Choir rehearsals resume August 15, 2019 and continue through June 18, 2020.
If you are interested in joining choir, or have other musical skills to share please get in touch with Music Director Lila M Farrar; lilamfarrar@gmail.com or 508 867 8806.

BUUC BOOK CLUB
Our regular meetings are on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m.   
Our next meeting is January 14. 
Here is our list for the coming Church year:
March 10:  Doing Justice: A Prosecutor’s Thoughts on Crime, Punishment, and the Rule of Law by Preet Bharara
April 14:  Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
May 12:  How to Be Less Stupid About Race:  On Racism, White Supremacy, and the Racial Divide by Chrystal Marie Fleming
June 9:  Washington Black by Esi Edugyan
​Everyone is welcome to join us for the BUUC Book Club.  We meet on the second Tuesday of the month at 7 pm in the church basement or parlor.
If you have any questions or suggestions contact Barbara Hale at b.lambert.hale@gmail.com
Get reading!

Committee for Ecology & Social Action
CESA or the Committee for Ecology & Social Action is an extension of the Green Sanctuary Committee, which began in 2004.  The mission of a Green Sanctuary is to support an ongoing commitment to the Earth by striving to create sustainable lifestyle alternatives for our church, its members and the surrounding community.  The Brookfield Unitarian Universalist Church received Green Sanctuary Certification from the UU Ministry for the Earth on May 13, 2010.  As the Committee for Ecology & Social Action, we have seek to broaden the range of our activities as a more comprehensive social action committee. 
Meetings: CESA has no set meeting time, please check Church Calendar or Events tabs at BUUC for dates/times. ​

Quiet Gathering in the Spirit of the Quakers
Meets the first Wednesday of the month from 7:00-8:00pm. For more information, contact Cruger Johnson Phillips, cruger.johnson@gmail.com. 
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​Sanctuary: LGBTQ Coffee House
When:  Third Friday of the month, 7-9 p.m.
Where:  BUUC
A monthly coffee house for LGBTQ youth and their allies to gather, share, eat, and socialize in a safe and welcoming setting where all are accepted and welcomed. Bring your favorite snack to share and meet other youth. For more info, call 774-254-0843.
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IN SHORT

Upcoming Events!

Upcoming Events
(Unless indicated, all events are at BUUC)
March 1, 12 p.m.: Aging as a Spiritual Practice
March 4 , 12 p.m.: Stone Soup Luncheon
March 4, 7 p.m.: Quiet Gathering in the Spirit of the Quakers
March 7, 5 p.m.: Game Night
March 10, 7 p.m.: Book Club
March 11, 7 p.m.: Women’s Alliance
March 14, 6:30 p.m.: “You Call THAT Talent?” Spectacular
March 20, 7 p.m.: Sanctuary LGBTQ Coffee House
March 22, 2 p.m.: Concert with Pete’s Posse, Vermont’s Own TradRoots Power Trio
March 28, 5 p.m.: Community Supper