Hi all… Just a note letting you know that we are beginning the process of officially changing our name in all the places – from the website to our documentation with the bank and Washington state. Over the summer, we will be converting the website and all of our official email addresses. The old vashonislanduu.org … Continue reading Name Change Update
Who wants to join in the parade on Saturday July 15, 2023? Sign up after church on Sunday or see Kim or Ann…. How about a “Just Show Up” in Rhoda’s honor theme?
A Protest and a Party By Hannah Roberts Villnave People sometimes ask: Is Pride a protest Or a party? And the answer is Of course Yes. And why not? Why not Rejoice as we resist Dance as we demand change Celebrate as we create community that delights in All of who we are? So bring all … Continue reading A poem: A Protest and a Party
As we move into June and begin to tie up the congregational year, I would like you to know when and how you can reach me. As your minister, the summer is my time of rest and study to prepare for a new congregational year. This means I will be away from communications for Vacation … Continue reading Your minister’s summer schedule
Rhoda Karusaitis February 8, 1935–May 20, 2023 Our beloved member, Rhoda Karusaitis died peacefully on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at Weatherly Inn in Tacoma after several days of visits by family and friends. She willed her body to the University of Washington, so her legacy of showing up in service to her community continues. A … Continue reading Memorial for Rhoda Karusaitis
This is the poem read by Craig Hull just prior to our Annual Meeting last week. Being a work in progress is diametrically opposed to being perfect by Stephanie Trudel (From a sermon entitled Work in Progress) Being a work in progress is diametrically opposed to being perfect. Being perfect is rigid, unyielding. It offers … Continue reading A poem
We are proud to announce your newly elected board. Over the summer, we will be getting everyone set up, changing hands, and welcoming new board members into the fold. BOARD: President: Kim Kambak (7/1/2023-6/30/2024) Vice President: Ann Lewis (7/1/2023-6/30/2024) Secretary: Kate O’Hare (7/1/2023-6/30/2025 Treasurer: Kirk Barker (7/1/2023-6/30/2025) Member at Large #1: George Butler (7/1/2023-6/30/2025) Member … Continue reading Your Board for Next Year
We are thrilled to share that at the Annual Meeting last Sunday, the vote to change our name was passed. We are now Vashon Island Unitarian Universalists – or VIUU for short. It will take a little time to get everything changed over – from our official documents with the state, to our listing with … Continue reading Our New Name!
In accordance with our bylaws, our Annual Meeting will be held on May 21st during our usual service time @ 9:45am. Members are asked to come in person for the vote. If you are unable to come in person – you will be able to attend and vote via zoom or you can set up a proxy, who … Continue reading Annual Meeting Documents
“Radical love will save you. Your bylaws won’t.” -Rev. Sarah Schurr | Pacific Western Region, Congregational Life Staff Thank you to all the VIUF members who were pen pals for the 3rd graders at Chautauqua Elementary school this spring. Putting our creed into our deeds!
