Organized for Ministry
By ministering to one another we strengthen our community and ourselves.
Lay Ministry: Catalysts For Community
The Lay Ministry Program augments the pastoral work of the Society’s ministers, and promotes the spirit of community through direct service. More… Madison Unitarian Universalist Young Adult and Campus Ministry (MUUYACM)
MUUYACM brings together Unitarian Universalist young adults (ages 18-35) for authentic community, spiritual growth, and justice-building activism. We meet on the UW campus every week during the academic year for informal services. Learn more… 20s and 30s Group
We're creating activities and programs especially for our members and friends aged approximately 18-39. If you're interested in finding out more about how you can get connected with other young adults and participate in activities that are meaningful to you, we'd be glad to have your involvement. Learn more… Covenant Group Ministry
The Chalice Group Small Group Ministry program brings together groups of about ten people to meet regularly to build community, learn to practice shared ministry and nurture their spiritual lives. Learn more…Caretakers’ Support Group
The Caretakers’ Support Group is a small support group for those who have responsibilities for taking care of loved ones. We meet twice a month on Thursday mornings from 10-12 on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month. It is a quiet time to share the challenges and stresses as well as the joys of providing this care. Please contact Claire Box clairebox1@mac.com or 441-9905 if interested.Meal Network
If you would enjoy providing an occasional meal for an FUS member or affiliate who is ill, recuperating from surgery, or otherwise in need you can add your name to the Meal Network. Learn more…
Shawl Ministry
Primary goals of the Shawl Ministry are to build and strengthen relationships within our congregation by providing hand-made comfort items to members during times of need and transition. Alone or in groups, Shawl Ministers create items such as shawls, baby blankets, lap robes, bed socks, chemo hats, baby hats, and meditation bracelets. These items are given primarily by the ministers and lay ministers during pastoral visits.
Membership in the Shawl Ministry is open to ages and skill levels. Items may be made in a variety of ways: knitting, crocheting, quilting, weaving, etc. What distinguishes Shawl Ministry from the craft used to create the object is the spirit of intentionality that goes into the creation of each piece. Traditionally, the person who is making the comfort item “weaves” thoughts of comfort and connection throughout the making of the item.
Informal get-togethers are listed in the newsletter and on the calendar. While there is not formal instruction at these drop-ins, there will usually be someone who can help the novice get started. We anticipate offering knit and crochet “lessons” from time to time, as well as related adult education classes. For more information, contact Lorna Aaronson (lorna464@charter.net), Joyce Carey (joycecarey@charter.net) or Chris Lee (chris@metacontext.net).
