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Affirmation:
Love is the Spirit of this Meeting House.
And service is its foundation.
This is our great covenant.
To dwell together in peace,
To seek the truth in love,
And to help one another.
Unitarian Universalist Chatham
819 Main Street
Sunday Services at 10:30 AM
in the Sanctuary and on Zoom
Upcoming Events & Activities
Check UUMH Google Calendar Here
UUMH Request Google Calendar Reservation Here
To Contact Admin: chathamuumh@gmail.com or Message Phone: (508) 945-2075
If you are planning an event sponsored by UU Chatham, please use our Planning an Event Page on this website for guidance. Click Here.
Osprey Point Gathering
Tuesday, July 28 at 5 PM
Hello Ladies of UUMH!
We are meeting on the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 5 PM at Osprey Point, aka the Forest Beach Conservation Area off Forest Beach Road, in Chatham. It is a time for us to gather and socialize. Please bring a chair, and I suggest a sun hat and jacket-it can get windy. I usually bring a picnic dinner, but some only bring a snack or nothing—no need to RSVP. If you have questions, see Linda Jean K.
Link to this section:
https://www.uuchatham.org/events-activities#osprey-point
Photo by Charlie Wollborg on Unsplash
Caregivers Support Group
Caregiver Support - With Rev. Chris
Saturday, August 1st at 9 AM
For anyone feeling the weight of caring for a loved one, be it local, at a distance, or feeling overwhelmed, please join Rev. Chris and others to share. Let Chris know you are coming, or simply arrive. All are welcome. If you let Chris know, he would happily set up a Zoom connection for you.
Link to this section:
https://www.uuchatham.org/events-activities#caregivers-support
Photo by Beth A.
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Grief Support Group
Grief Support - With Rev. Chris
Saturday, August 1st at 10:30 AM
For all those in the congregation who are dealing with sadness, this group will offer a chance to share experiences and support others. All of our conversations will be kept strictly confidential.
Link to this section:
https://www.uuchatham.org/events-activities#grief-support
Photo by Austin Kehmeier on Unsplash
MUUGS
Men's Unitarian Universalist Group Social
August 20, (Third Thursdays), at 11:30 AM
Let's meet at the 400 East Restaurant, East Harwich, for a cordial, stimulating, friendly, and thought-provoking social get-together! Led by Evan H.
Link to this section:
https://www.uuchatham.org/events-activities#muugs
Photo by Nathan Dumlao on Unsplash
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UUMH Thrift Shop
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Please consider donating 3 hours/week to help out.
Volunteers needed for several shifts. See Pam E. if you can help. -
The shop hours are Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
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Please drop off donations during open hours or in the workroom next to the Fleck Room.
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To date, we have raised $32,491
Link to this section:
https://www.uuchatham.org/events-activities#thrift-shop
Photo by B. Avery
UU Chatham Knitting Group
Submitted by B. Segall
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Summer can be a great time for knitting projects.
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Barbara just completed a sweater set for her great-granddaughter due in July.
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Don't put those knitting needles away quite yet.
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We will resume with the knitting group in the fall,
after the thrift shop closes.
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Link to this section:
https://www.uuchatham.org/events-activities#knitting
Photo by B.Segall
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"BRIDGES to Contemplative Living with Thomas Merton" - Off for the summer - will meet on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of every month (Restarting in September 12 & 26) at Rick's place in Chatham
“Life is a spiritual journey. Contemplative living is a way of responding to our everyday experiences by consciously attending to our relationships. It deepens our awareness of our connectedness and community with others, becomes a positive force of change in our lives, and provides meaningful direction to our journey. Ultimately, contemplative living leads us to a sense of well-being, profound gratitude, and a clearer understanding of our purpose in life.” From Book One “Entering the School of Your Experience”
Link to this section:
https://www.uuchatham.org/events-activities#bridges
Photo by Ashley Batz on Unsplash
Training for UUMH Leaders/Greeters/Volunteers
Sunday, July 19, After Church
Congregational members are welcome; RSVP.
Contact D. Van Wye for Questions or to save your seat. Sandwiches will be served before the training.
A 60-90 minute training session will be conducted.
https://www.uuchatham.org/events-activities#training-for-leaders-greeters
Photo by B. Avery
UU Chatham Book Club at Park Place
The club meets on the third Monday of each month, except during the summer, at Park Place, 912 Main Street, Chatham, MA. Each participant chooses a book for the group. Over the years, the group has read a wide range of fiction, nonfiction, and memoirs. This exceptional opportunity to get together and enjoy great conversation is a favourite time for the group. All are welcome!
Contact Mary P with any questions.
Link to this section:
https://www.uuchatham.org/events-activities#book-club
Some recent books:
"A Year by the Sea" by Joan Anderson, "Wild Dark Shore" by Charlotte McConaghy, "We All Live Here," by Jo Jo Moyes, The Soul of an Octopus by Sy Montgomery, My Antonia by Willa Cather, Remarkably Brilliant Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt, Grandma Gatewood’s Walk by Ben Montgomery, Blue Latitudes by Tony Horwitz
Photo by Cody Black on Unsplash
UU Chatham Ladies Lunch
Women's Unitarian Universalist Group Social
On Hiatus for the Summer!
Consider Osprey Point Summer Social for Women
Let's meet at the 400 East Restaurant, East Harwich
The ladies' lunches will meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month. I hope you can join us for fellowship and conversation.
Link to this section:
https://www.uuchatham.org/events-activities#ladies-lunch
Photo by charlesdeluvio on Unsplash
"Tree of Hope" Community Initiative
We invite you to visit the "Tree of Hope" on the side lawn of the UU Meeting House, Main Street, Chatham. It is a place to seek comfort and share messages of loving kindness. Chatham resident Vangie Collins and several volunteers initiated the idea for this dedicated community space. The community can leave tokens and expressions of hope, including kindness rocks, ornaments, or heartfelt thoughts and prayers. The newly decorated tree was introduced with messages of hope. Thank you to all who participated.
Photo by BA
Meditation Group (Zoom)
Weekly on Saturdays at 9:30 AM
“Our body talks to us in Feelings and Sensations.
Meditation Practice is taking time out to listen.”
Join our weekly Meditation Group.
The UU Meditation group meets on Zoom at 9:30 every Saturday morning.
Click on the link below to join the session. With Zoom, you can tune in from any location!
This link will be used for each Saturday meeting from 9:30 - 10:30 AM.
Email Nancy Fields with questions: nefields42@gmail.com
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Join Zoom Meeting: HERE
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Meeting ID: 937 1731 3258
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Password 040260
"Breathe with Joan"
Joan Konopka taught so many of us to slow down and savor the moment through meditation. We celebrate her life, her memory, and her spirit within us. Enjoy this 3-minute meditation practice which one of her students and friends, Dana McCoy, captured and shared with us. Click here.
"Joanisms"
Inspiring thoughts by Joan shared with her many friends and followers, read by the Unitarian Meeting House of Chatham Meditation Group. In Memory of Joan Konopka. Produced by Dana McCoy. Click here.
Small Group Gatherings
Join one of our small groups to build connections and to support and encourage each other in spiritual growth. Groups of 8 – 10 persons meet once or several times a month, morning, afternoon, or evening to encourage sharing and discussion of various topics. Discussion topics have included: right and wrong, humor, racism, fear, friendship, and spirituality. Anyone interested in joining a group may speak with the minister.
