News & Events
Women’s Group has moved
The women’s group this month will meet on Wed, May 24th instead of the 17th. The meeting will be at Ann’s house.
Annual Meeting Notice: 5/21/23
In accordance with our bylaws, our Annual Meeting will be held on May 21st – during our usual service time at 9:45am in Lewis Hall and on Zoom. Members are asked to come in person for the vote. If you are unable, or do not feel safe to come in person – you will be … Continue reading Annual Meeting Notice: 5/21/23
The Possibilities of Part-Time Ministry
This course offering has been suggested for our congregation as we adjust to having Victoria alongside with us. You can sign up and even if you can’t make it live, you will be able to view the recording later. https://www.uua.org/midamerica/news/blog/possibilities-part-time-ministry-may-2023
5/14 Offering
The 5/14/23 Sunday offering supports Vashon Youth and Family Services, “fostering a community of emotionally healthy and resilient children, youth, adults and families.” www.vyfs.org
STOP systemic racism
Racism is not always conscious, explicit, or readily visible—often it is systemic and structural. Systemic and structural racism are forms of racism that are pervasively and deeply embedded in systems, laws, written or unwritten policies, and entrenched practices and beliefs that produce, condone, and perpetuate widespread disparate treatment and oppression of people of color. (definition … Continue reading STOP systemic racism
Mother’s Day Brunch at Camp Burton
Here’s a way to support Camp Burton that tastes good too! If you’d like to join the VIUF table for brunch on Mother’s Day, we are reserving space for 11:45 am – let Kim know.
Deposits are due for Seabeck
We’d love to have any member or friend of VIUF (Vashon Island Unitarian Fellowship) Join us on our annual retreat at Seabeck Resort in Hood Canal August 18, 19, and 20, 2023 (Friday, Saturday, & Sunday). It’s a delightful site with delicious food and delightful companions and includes lovely hiking trails, a Chapel under … Continue reading Deposits are due for Seabeck
Name Change Survey Results
Who are We? Thanks to all 42 of you (70% of active members) who participated in our survey on whether to change our name and, if so, what our new name should be. Kate O’Hare and Melvin Mackey tallied preferences using ranked choice voting. Votes for the first choice were counted. The choice with the … Continue reading Name Change Survey Results
Spring Potluck
Save the date! Your Committee on Ministry is inviting you to a Congregation potluck on Friday, May 12 at 5:30 PM. Join us for social time to reconnect, share a delicious meal, celebrate spring, and a chance to get to know our new minister, Victoria Poling. Please bring your own plates and utensils. Beverages to … Continue reading Spring Potluck