Programs & Committees

Unity Temple Unitarian Universalist Congregation programs and committees for the 2005-06 Worship Year are listed below. For more information on participating, send e-mail to the committee or see our Volunteer Opportunities page.

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Adult Religious Education Committee. Comprised of the Center for Spiritual Development and the Lyceum, the Adult RE Committee seeks to promote the religious, spiritual, ethical, and emotional well-being of adult members and friends, enhance the collective life of the congregational community, and provide a presence for liberal religious and ethical values within the larger community. Contact the Adult Religious Education Committee by e-mail at adultreunitytemple.org.

All-Congregation Retreat Committee. Promotes the spiritual and social growth of members and friends of the congregation through an annual All-Congregation Retreat. Contact the All-Congregation Retreat Committee by e-mail at retreatunitytemple.org.

Archives Committee. Gathers, preserves, and makes accessible the records of enduring value to the congregation; these may be historical, legal, or administrative in nature. Contact the Archives Committee by e-mail at archivesunitytemple.org.

Buildings & Grounds Committee. Plans and oversees all maintenance needs of UTUUC properties. Contact the Buildings & Grounds Committee by e-mail at bagunitytemple.org.

Canvass Committee. Conducts an Annual Canvass of financial pledges from all members and friends of the congregation to fund the annual operating budget, promoting an ethos of generosity and financial responsibility toward the needs of the congregation. Contact the Canvass Committee by e-mail at canvassunitytemple.org.

Caring Committee. Provides concrete support and assistance to members and friends in need and in crisis. Contact the Caring Committee by e-mail at caringunitytemple.org.

Chalice Circle Committee. Develops and oversees 'Chalice Circles,' which are small, lay-facilitated groups seeking to bring daily life to religious community and religious values to daily life through intentional relationship. Contact the Chalice Circle Steering Committee by e-mail at chaliceunitytemple.org.

Childcare Planning Group. Creates childcare policies, maintains childcare provider lists and process for securing childcare for congregational activities, oversees training and childcare provisions, and liaises with the Children's RE Committee.

Children's Religious Education Committee. Works with the Director of Religious Education to plan and oversee religious education for children and youth aimed at instilling liberal religious values and encouraging identification with Unitarian Universalism. Contact the Religious Education Committee by e-mail at reunitytemple.org.

Coffee Hour / Hospitality Coordinator. Works to enhance the quality and variety of Sunday service coffee hours.

Committee on the Ministry. Provides advocacy for and support and counsel to the minister, with particular attention to relations between the minister and congregation. Contact the Committee on the Ministry by e-mail at ministryunitytemple.org.

Communications Committee. Publicizes congregational events and news in a timely and effective manner, primarily through local media outlets. Contact the Communications Committee by e-mail at communicationsunitytemple.org.

Denominational Affairs Committee. Enhances the congregation's connections to the denomination. Contact the Denominational Affairs Committee by e-mail at denominationalaffairsunitytemple.org.

Development Task Force. The Task Force exists to create a development plan for UTUUC that will increase the financial stewardship of UTUUC.

Ex Libris Bookstore. Makes available for purchase reading materials that support and enhance the spiritual and educational needs of congregants, while raising funds for special congregational needs or social justice concerns. Contact the Ex Libris Bookstore by e-mail at exlibrisunitytemple.org.

Facility Task Force. The Task Force exists to determine and recommend options for meeting the congregation's expanding facility needs.

Finance Committee. Ensures the maintenance of sound and responsible financial practices by the congregation. Contact the Finance Committee by e-mail at financeunitytemple.org.

Flowers Committee. Ensures that flowers and appropriate decorations are scheduled for each Sunday service, and for Christmas and Easter holiday services. Contact the Flowers Committee by e-mail at flowersunitytemple.org.

Fund-Raising Committee. Develops and oversees fund-raising activities, with particular emphasis (by an auction sub-committee) on the annual Auction, raising supplemental funds for the annual operating budget, while providing opportunities for social fellowship. Contact the Fund-Raising Committee by e-mail at fundraisingunitytemple.org.

Information Technology Committee. Optimizes and supports the technological communication capabilities of the congregation, both internal and external. Contact the Technology Committee by e-mail at technologyunitytemple.org.

Intergenerational Committee. Promotes intergenerational activities within the congregation, spending moneys funded by the Davison Fund. Contact the committee by e-mail at intergenerationalunitytemple.org.

Interweave. Acts as resource on matters related to gay, lesbian, bisexual, & transgender concerns within the congregation, denomination, and community. Promotes our commitment as a Welcoming Congregation. Contact the Interweave by e-mail at interweaveunitytemple.org.

Long Range Plan Implementation Task Force. The Task Force exists to monitor and guide the progress toward completing the goals of the congregation's long range strategic plan.

Membership Committee. Facilitates the welcome, engagement, and integration of newcomers within the congregation, and promotes the retention of older members. Contact the Membership Committee by e-mail at membershipunitytemple.org.

Men's Retreat Committee. Promotes the spiritual and social growth of men through an annual Men's Retreat. Contact the Men's Retreat Committee by e-mail at mensretreatunitytemple.org.

Music and Worship Committee. In collaboration with the minister, music director, and staff, provides for a meaningful service experience each Sunday of the church year that is consistent with our shared traditions, aspirations, and vision. Oversees greeters and Sunday service setup persons. Contact the Music and Worship Committee by e-mail at musicandworshipunitytemple.org.

Nominations Committee. Provides qualified candidates to serve on the Board of Trustees and as congregational representatives to the UTRF Board. Contact the Nominations Committee by e-mail at nominationsunitytemple.org.

Pastoral Associates. (Trained and appointed lay associates): Provide pastoral support and counsel to congregants dealing with such issues as bereavement, serious illness, or death and dying. Contact the Pastoral Associates by e-mail at pastoralassociatesunitytemple.org.

Personnel Committee. Develops, implements, and oversees fair and responsible employment practices for all professional staff except the minister. Contact the Personnel Committee by e-mail at personnelunitytemple.org.

Planned Giving Committee. Promotes and facilitates within the congregants planned giving to the permanent Endowment Fund or other designated long-term goals. Contact the Planned Giving Committee by e-mail at plannedgivingunitytemple.org.

Program Council Coordinator(s). Works with Committee Chairs and Board of Trustees to share program information and discuss issues of import to committees and their functioning.

Social Mission Working Group and Council. Develops, promotes, and oversees the social mission responsibilities of the congregation. Membership composed of chairperson (community minister or lay person), All-Congregations Project Leaders, and Working Group Volunteers. Contact the Social Mission Working Group by e-mail at socialmissionunitytemple.org.

Women's Connection. Promotes spiritual and social opportunities for women within the congregation. Contact the Women's Connection by e-mail at womensconnectionunitytemple.org.

Young Adults Gathering. Provides social and spiritual experiences particularly meaningful to young adult members and friends, ages 18-35. Contact the Young Adults Gathering by e-mail at youngadultsunitytemple.org.