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8 events,
YoUUngish Is Back!
YoUUngish Is Back!
YoUUngish is a Fellowship group for members and friends in the 21(ish) - 40 (ish) age group.
Sunday Nursery
Sunday Nursery
Children under the age of three will meet in the Murray Room with Lillian Dutrow and/or Amelia Bodner, nursery staff.
Religious Education for Children and Youth
Religious Education for Children and Youth
Children ages 3 through 11 will meet either outdoors on the playground or indoors in the Emerson/Thoreau Rooms depending on the weather and interests of the children.
Youth Group
Youth Group
Middle and High School youth will meet from 10:30-11:30 am in the Anthony Room. Joy Irwin and Pam Lepley will share facilitation of the youth group.
Sermon: The Gun Plague of America
Sermon: The Gun Plague of America
Rev. Ed Brock's sermon topic: "The Gun Plague of America."Our Sunday Worship Service is offered both indoors and online. Masks are required in all indoor spaces on Sundays.
Town Hall Meeting
Town Hall Meeting
Join us after the service to discuss and ask questions about the proposed 2022/2023 budget. Members will vote on the budget at the Congregational Meeting after the service on June 19th.
Q & Friends Cookout
Q & Friends Cookout
This month, Q and Friends will be eating brats off the grill provided by our hosts, Scott and Mitch.
3 events,
Office Closed
The Fellowship office will be closed on Monday, May 30, in observance of Memorial Day.
Mindfulness Mondays – Zoom Only on May 30
Mindfulness Mondays – Zoom Only on May 30
The May 30 session will be Zoom-only. This mindfulness hour is open to everyone who practices any form of mindfulness and/or meditation. If you’re someone who doesn't practices meditation/mindfulness but you’re interested and you want to know more, this program is also for you. More...
Women’s Weekly Walking Group
Women’s Weekly Walking Group
If you identify as a woman, you're invited to a weekly Monday walking group. Join us!
3 events,
Aging Well: Expanding Horizons Weekly Walking Group
Aging Well: Expanding Horizons Weekly Walking Group
Join Fellowship friends weekly for a shaded walk along the lower trail at Bethabara Park.
Men’s Small Group
Men’s Small Group
This group is currently full. Contact Chris & Loretta at sgm@uufws.org or Caron at coordinator@uufws.org with interest in small group ministry.
3 events,
Poor Peoples Campaign (NC) Triad Circle Monthly Meeting
Poor Peoples Campaign (NC) Triad Circle Monthly Meeting
The Poor Peoples Campaign (PPC), works for the poor and other progressive ideals. UUFWS Social Action Council supports the monthly NC PPC Triad Circle.
P2B FollowUp Small Group
P2B FollowUp Small Group
This group meets twice monthly on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. The participants in this small group were in the March 2022 Pathways to Belonging series together.
Choir Rehearsal
Choir Rehearsal
Email Mignon Dobbins, Music Director, with questions about the Fellowship Choir. musicdirector@uufws.org
2 events,
Coffee Chat – First Thursdays
Coffee Chat – First Thursdays
Gather on first Thursdays for conversation and catching up with old and new friends.
Small Group – 1st Thursdays
Small Group – 1st Thursdays
This small group meets monthly on first Thursdays. It is currently full. If you'd like to know more about small group ministry, contact Loretta and Chris at sgm@uufws.org.
2 events,
Friday Joys With Norma Jean
Friday Joys With Norma Jean
Come share a joy that you experienced this week. Each Friday at 11, we’ll light the chalice and take turns sharing our joyful experiences to kick off the weekend. All joys, big and small, are welcome. If you don’t have a joy to share, join us anyway and bask in the positivity! Questions? Email Norma Jean at fridayjoys@uufws.org.
First Friday Potluck
First Friday Potluck
Forum is sponsoring the June potluck! The Fellowship's First Friday potlucks are wonderful times to feast and socialize as one community. Everyone is invited, and all ages are welcome. See the website for details.
1 event,
MEMORIAL SERVICE for Jim Burnham
MEMORIAL SERVICE for Jim Burnham
Members and friends are invited to this service to celebrate the life of Jim Burnham. Masking is required in the Fellowship Hall during the memorial service.
8 events,
Forum: Americans United for Separation of Church & State
Forum: Americans United for Separation of Church & State
Presenter Charlie Wilson served 8 years as Chairman of the Board of Americans United for Separation of Church and State.
YoUUngish Is Back!
YoUUngish Is Back!
YoUUngish is a Fellowship group for members and friends in the 21(ish) - 40 (ish) age group.
Religious Education for Children and Youth
Religious Education for Children and Youth
Children ages 3 through 11 will meet either outdoors on the playground or indoors in the Emerson/Thoreau Rooms depending on the weather and interests of the children.
Sunday Nursery
Sunday Nursery
Children under the age of three will meet in the Murray Room with Lillian Dutrow and/or Amelia Bodner, nursery staff.
Youth Group
Youth Group
Middle and High School youth will meet from 10:30-11:30 am in the Anthony Room. Joy Irwin and Pam Lepley will share facilitation of the youth group.
Sermon: Leadership, Maturity, and the Health of Congregations
Sermon: Leadership, Maturity, and the Health of Congregations
Rev. Ed Brock's sermon topic: "Leadership, Maturity, and the Health of Congregations." Our Sunday Worship Service is offered both indoors and online. Masks are required in all indoor spaces.
3 events,
Mindfulness Mondays
Mindfulness Mondays
Gatherings of Mindfulness Mondays are multi-platform, on Zoom and also at the Fellowship either indoors or on the grounds depending on weather conditions. This mindfulness hour is open to everyone who practices any form of mindfulness and/or meditation. If you’re someone who doesn't practices meditation/mindfulness but you’re interested and you want to know more, this program is also for you. More...
Women’s Weekly Walking Group
Women’s Weekly Walking Group
If you identify as a woman, you're invited to a weekly Monday walking group. Join us!
3 events,
Aging Well: Expanding Horizons Weekly Walking Group
Aging Well: Expanding Horizons Weekly Walking Group
Join Fellowship friends weekly for a shaded walk along the lower trail at Bethabara Park.
Men’s Small Group
Men’s Small Group
This group is currently full. Contact Chris & Loretta at sgm@uufws.org or Caron at coordinator@uufws.org with interest in small group ministry.
2 events,
Finance Committee Meeting
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee meets monthly to monitor the Fellowship's Finances. If you would like to join or attend a Finance Committee Meeting please contact Gregg Jamback, Finance Committee Chair.
Choir Rehearsal
Choir Rehearsal
Email Mignon Dobbins, Music Director, with questions about the Fellowship Choir. musicdirector@uufws.org
4 events,
Gun Crisis Team
Gun Crisis Team
For more information about this emerging team, contact Rev. Ed at minister@uufws.org or Liz McEntee at administrator@uufws.org.
1 event,
Friday Joys With Norma Jean
Friday Joys With Norma Jean
Come share a joy that you experienced this week. Each Friday at 11, we’ll light the chalice and take turns sharing our joyful experiences to kick off the weekend. All joys, big and small, are welcome. If you don’t have a joy to share, join us anyway and bask in the positivity! Questions? Email Norma Jean at fridayjoys@uufws.org.
3 events,
Community Clothes Closet
Community Clothes Closet
The Clothing Closet will open be open the second Saturday of every month from 9:30-12:30. Volunteers are needed to assist shoppers and help sort clothes at occasional work parties.
MEMORIAL SERVICE for Shirley Goodman
MEMORIAL SERVICE for Shirley Goodman
Members and friends are invited to the memorial service for longtime member, Shirley Goodman. Masking is required in the Fellowship Hall during the memorial service.
Q & Friends: Housewarming Party
Q & Friends: Housewarming Party
Join Q & Friends for a Housewarming Party at the home of member, AJ Johnston. All are welcome!
8 events,
YoUUngish Is Back!
YoUUngish Is Back!
YoUUngish is a Fellowship group for members and friends in the 21(ish) - 40 (ish) age group.
Religious Education for Children and Youth
Religious Education for Children and Youth
Children ages 3 through 11 will meet either outdoors on the playground or indoors in the Emerson/Thoreau Rooms depending on the weather and interests of the children.
Sunday Nursery
Sunday Nursery
Children under the age of three will meet in the Murray Room with Lillian Dutrow and/or Amelia Bodner, nursery staff.
Youth Group
Youth Group
Middle and High School youth will meet from 10:30-11:30 am in the Anthony Room. Joy Irwin and Pam Lepley will share facilitation of the youth group.
Sermon: Why the Poor People’s Campaign Is So Important
Sermon: Why the Poor People’s Campaign Is So Important
Rev. Ed Brock's sermon topic: "Why the Poor People's Campaign Is So Important." Our Sunday Worship Service is offered both indoors and online. Masks are required in all indoor spaces.
Social Action Council Meeting – all are welcome
Social Action Council Meeting – all are welcome
This is the regular monthly meeting of the Fellowship Social Action Council (SAC). All are welcome. Only officers may vote, but input is welcome from all. If you would like to add an issue to the agenda for discussion, please send an email to sac@uufws.org. Join here: https://uufws.org/virtual-social-action-council-monthly
Salem Swing Band Free Performance & Dance
Salem Swing Band Free Performance & Dance
Salem Swing Band, led by Fellowship member Eileen Young with vocalist Mignon Dobbins, will give a free outdoor performance of swing era classics.
2 events,
Mindfulness Mondays
Mindfulness Mondays
Gatherings of Mindfulness Mondays are multi-platform, on Zoom and also at the Fellowship either indoors or on the grounds depending on weather conditions. This mindfulness hour is open to everyone who practices any form of mindfulness and/or meditation. If you’re someone who doesn't practices meditation/mindfulness but you’re interested and you want to know more, this program is also for you. More...
CANCELLED on June 13: Women’s Weekly Walking Group
CANCELLED on June 13: Women’s Weekly Walking Group
DUE TO THE WEATHER, WE WILL NOT MEET ON MONDAY, JUNE 13. CHECK THE CALENDAR FOR UPDATES RE: NEXT WEEK'S WALK & SUMMER CHANGES.
2 events,
New Time for Tuesday Walking Group
New Time for Tuesday Walking Group
Join Fellowship friends weekly for a shaded walk along the lower trail at Bethabara Park.
Men’s Small Group
Men’s Small Group
This group is currently full. Contact Chris & Loretta at sgm@uufws.org or Caron at coordinator@uufws.org with interest in small group ministry.
5 events,
Small Group Ministry
Small Group Ministry
This small group is full. Facilitator- Pat McKay For questions about small group ministry, email Chris & Loretta at sgm@uufws.org or Caron Armstrong at coordinator@uufws.org.
Book Sharing Monthly Gathering Online
Book Sharing Monthly Gathering Online
Anyone who would like to talk about a book that they’ve read is welcome to share. Otherwise, just come to listen!
P2B FollowUp Small Group
P2B FollowUp Small Group
This group meets twice monthly on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. The participants in this small group were in the March 2022 Pathways to Belonging series together.
Stewardship Committee Meeting
Stewardship Committee Meeting
Monthly meeting of the Stewardship Committee. We desperately need volunteers, so ALL are welcome to attend. We are working on the Annual Fund Drive, Planned Giving and Fellowship Engagement events. Join here: https://uufws.org/virtual3-stewardship-monthly
Choir Rehearsal
Choir Rehearsal
Email Mignon Dobbins, Music Director, with questions about the Fellowship Choir. musicdirector@uufws.org
3 events,
Membership Committee Meeting
Membership Committee Meeting
This is the monthly meeting of the Membership Committee. The goal of the Membership Committee is to create a welcoming environment with a special emphasis on visitors and new members. Meetings are on the third Thursdays at noon. Email Susan at membership@uufws.org with questions. Join here: https://uufws.org/virtual-membership-committee-monthly
Board of Trustees Meeting
Board of Trustees Meeting
The Board of Trustees now meets on third Thursdays to allow for increased inclusivity and transparency . Members are welcome to attend. If you'd like to speak for five minutes at the beginning of a meeting, please contact the President of the Board at president@uufws.org or call the office at 336-659-0331 at least a week in advance of the meeting to be placed on the agenda. Board minutes from past meetings are posted on the Board of Trustees page in the member section of the website (for members and supporters only). Printed copies are available to review by request in the office. Join here: https://uufws.org/virtual-board-meeting
1 event,
Friday Joys With Norma Jean
Friday Joys With Norma Jean
Come share a joy that you experienced this week. Each Friday at 11, we’ll light the chalice and take turns sharing our joyful experiences to kick off the weekend. All joys, big and small, are welcome. If you don’t have a joy to share, join us anyway and bask in the positivity! Questions? Email Norma Jean at fridayjoys@uufws.org.
1 event,
PRIDE Parade and Festival
PRIDE Parade and Festival
Be a part of the annual PRIDE Winston-Salem Parade and Festival. The UU Fellowship of Winston-Salem will have a booth featuring our beautiful yellow UUFWS tent and information about our Fellowship. UUFWS participants will march as a group in the parade. Plan to wear your yellow “Standing on the Side of Love” shirt and join […]
6 events,
Forum: Frank & Gary
Forum: Frank & Gary
Frank and Gary will speak about their role in the ongoing civil rights struggle for equality.
YoUUngish Is Back!
YoUUngish Is Back!
YoUUngish is a Fellowship group for members and friends in the 21(ish) - 40 (ish) age group.
Sunday Nursery
Sunday Nursery
Children under the age of three will meet in the Murray Room with Lillian Dutrow and/or Amelia Bodner, nursery staff.
Religious Education for Children and Youth
Religious Education for Children and Youth
Children ages 3 through 11 will meet either outdoors on the playground or indoors in the Emerson/Thoreau Rooms depending on the weather and interests of the children.
Sermon: The Gospel of the Wizard of Oz
Sermon: The Gospel of the Wizard of Oz
The Wizard of Oz is on one level a fanciful story entertainingly told. On another level it is a symbolic story about the spiritual journey, however you define 'spirituality.'
Congregational Meeting and New Fiscal Year Celebration
Congregational Meeting and New Fiscal Year Celebration
Plan to stay after the service for a congregational meeting. Plan to stay after the meeting for a celebration!
3 events,
Mindfulness Mondays
Mindfulness Mondays
Gatherings of Mindfulness Mondays are multi-platform, on Zoom and also at the Fellowship either indoors or on the grounds depending on weather conditions. This mindfulness hour is open to everyone who practices any form of mindfulness and/or meditation. If you’re someone who doesn't practices meditation/mindfulness but you’re interested and you want to know more, this program is also for you. More...
Small Group Ministry – Closed Group
Small Group Ministry – Closed Group
Small Group Ministry - Closed Group - Join here: https://uufws.org/virtual1-sgm-norris
4 events,
New Time for Tuesday Walking Group
New Time for Tuesday Walking Group
Join Fellowship friends weekly for a shaded walk along the lower trail at Bethabara Park.
Men’s Small Group
Men’s Small Group
This group is currently full. Contact Chris & Loretta at sgm@uufws.org or Caron at coordinator@uufws.org with interest in small group ministry.
Food Prep for Freedom School Lunches
Food Prep for Freedom School Lunches
UU Fellowship volunteers preparing food for Wednesday lunches at the Freedom School. Click HERE to sign up for preparing food or serving lunches.
2 events,
Book Sharing Group Outdoors – CANCELLED on June 22
Book Sharing Group Outdoors – CANCELLED on June 22
NOTICE: Today's book sharing group has been cancelled due to illness.
Choir Rehearsal
Choir Rehearsal
Email Mignon Dobbins, Music Director, with questions about the Fellowship Choir. musicdirector@uufws.org
1 event,
EcoSolutions Meeting
EcoSolutions Meeting
Join us at our next meeting where we'll talk about building on our successes, discuss progress on current projects, and identify next steps in achieving the Fellowship's Climate Resolution.
1 event,
Friday Joys With Norma Jean
Friday Joys With Norma Jean
Come share a joy that you experienced this week. Each Friday at 11, we’ll light the chalice and take turns sharing our joyful experiences to kick off the weekend. All joys, big and small, are welcome. If you don’t have a joy to share, join us anyway and bask in the positivity! Questions? Email Norma Jean at fridayjoys@uufws.org.
0 events,
8 events,
Forum: Update from Ministerial Search Committee
Forum: Update from Ministerial Search Committee
Geraldine Zurek will provide an update from the Ministerial Search Committee.
YoUUngish Is Back!
YoUUngish Is Back!
YoUUngish is a Fellowship group for members and friends in the 21(ish) - 40 (ish) age group.
Sunday Nursery
Sunday Nursery
Children under the age of three will meet in the Murray Room with Lillian Dutrow and/or Amelia Bodner, nursery staff.
Religious Education for Children and Youth
Religious Education for Children and Youth
Children ages 3 through 11 will meet either outdoors on the playground or indoors in the Emerson/Thoreau Rooms depending on the weather and interests of the children.
Sermon: Decolonization As Relational and Spiritual Practice
Sermon: Decolonization As Relational and Spiritual Practice
Guest Speaker, Liam Hooper's sermon topic: "Decolonization As Relational and Spiritual Practice." Our Sunday Worship Service is offered both indoors and online. Masks are required in all indoor spaces.
Small Group Ministry – 4th Sundays
Small Group Ministry – 4th Sundays
This group meets as part of small group ministry on 4th Sundays. For more information about Small Group Ministry, email Chris and Loretta at sgm@uufws.org or connect with Caron at coordinator@uufws.org.
2 events,
Mindfulness Mondays
Mindfulness Mondays
Gatherings of Mindfulness Mondays are multi-platform, on Zoom and also at the Fellowship either indoors or on the grounds depending on weather conditions. This mindfulness hour is open to everyone who practices any form of mindfulness and/or meditation. If you’re someone who doesn't practices meditation/mindfulness but you’re interested and you want to know more, this program is also for you. More...
Q and Friends Monthly Dinner
Q and Friends Monthly Dinner
Q an Friends will meet at Carolina Ale House this month. Enjoy the casual conversation and reconnect or meet someone new. New people always welcome!
5 events,
Tuesday Walking Group on Hiatus
Tuesday Walking Group on Hiatus
Join Fellowship friends weekly for a shaded walk along the lower trail at Bethabara Park.
Committee on Ministry Meeting
Committee on Ministry Meeting
The regular monthly meeting of the Committee on Ministry occurs on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 4 PM. It is not open to others outside of COM members.
Men’s Small Group
Men’s Small Group
This group is currently full. Contact Chris & Loretta at sgm@uufws.org or Caron at coordinator@uufws.org with interest in small group ministry.
Food Prep for Freedom School Lunches
Food Prep for Freedom School Lunches
UU Fellowship volunteers preparing food for Wednesday lunches at the Freedom School. Click HERE to sign up for preparing food or serving lunches.
1 event,
Choir Rehearsal
Choir Rehearsal
Email Mignon Dobbins, Music Director, with questions about the Fellowship Choir. musicdirector@uufws.org
0 events,
2 events,
Friday Joys With Norma Jean
Friday Joys With Norma Jean
Come share a joy that you experienced this week. Each Friday at 11, we’ll light the chalice and take turns sharing our joyful experiences to kick off the weekend. All joys, big and small, are welcome. If you don’t have a joy to share, join us anyway and bask in the positivity! Questions? Email Norma Jean at fridayjoys@uufws.org.
First Friday Potluck
First Friday Potluck
The Fellowship's First Friday potlucks are wonderful times to feast and socialize as one community! Everyone is invited, and all ages are welcome.