For those individuals who need to use the new accessible parking lot and enter the building through the Gateways Center front doors, please contact Katy Julich for a code for the door. This code will allow you to open the accessible door when it is locked. Katy will also provide you with information on how to access the mansion from the Gateways Center.
Get ready for some holiday fun at the no-rehearsal Christmas Pageant at our 5pm Christmas Eve family service. This year, we’re inviting everyone to come dressed as an angel, shepherd, wise one, or barnyard animal to bring the Christmas story to life.
To make sure everyone can join in the fun, we’re setting up a Costume Table with a variety of items for those who couldn’t prepare a costume in advance. We need your help to make it a success!
Do you have any angel halos, wings, wise one crowns and robes, shepherd crooks and tunics, or fuzzy ears and piggy noses lying around – or other items that a creative person could use as part of an angel, shepherd, wise one, or barnyard animal costume? If so, please consider sharing them with us!
Simply drop your costume items in the big red bin next to the Christmas tree in the Great Hall. Be sure to label your items with your name and email address if you’d like them back later. They will be available for pickup on Sunday, December 29th.
Let’s make this Christmas Eve extra special by sharing the joy and spirit of the season. Thank you for your generosity, and we can’t wait to see you and your creative costumes on Christmas Eve!
Creativity Matters: Explore the transformative power of creativity through a variety of artistic expressions. Whether you’re a painter, musician, dancer, or simply enjoy exploring new creative outlets, this class offers opportunities to express yourself and connect with your inner spirit. Discover the joy and healing that can come from creative pursuits, and learn how to integrate creativity into your daily life.
The Class will be led by Rev. Sasha and will take place during the Religious Education Hour on Sundays from 11:30-12:30.
Last Saturday, our Fellowship hosted the Queer Holiday Makers Market, and it was a truly heartwarming experience. The event drew in over 100 attendees, many of whom were new faces to our community. With 12 talented vendors showcasing their unique creations, the market buzzed with energy and a sense of celebration.
More than just a shopping event, the market fostered meaningful connections. We were thrilled to build lasting relationships with several LGBTQIA2S+ organizations and community members. The spirit of giving was also alive and well, as we collected items for Knit the Rainbow and shared our proceeds with Edge NJ.
The success of the market was a testament to the dedication and warm hospitality of our volunteers and vendors. Together, we created a safe and welcoming space where everyone felt celebrated and included. The positive feedback we received has inspired us to plan similar events in the spring and summer.
The Queer Holiday Makers Market was a beautiful reminder of the power of community and the importance of creating inclusive spaces. We are excited to continue fostering this spirit of belonging within our Fellowship and beyond.
We’ve wrapped up bidding and buying for our 2024 Service Auction, which raised over $33,000—one of our best results ever! Electronic billing statements were sent to every participant, and paper statements will be available during the social hour after Sunday’s service, along with physical items people need to pick up.
Bills for donors who are contributing to group events such as Mardi Gras and the Chili Cookoff are being sent separately.
The Auction Team will be taking payments on Sunday (via check or Venmo). People can also pay at any time via Realm. Payments are due by the end of the month.
Thank you to everyone who donated an item, is hosting an event, purchased an offering, helped with the kickoff party, or participated in any of the activities related to the auction. It takes a village to put together MUUF’s largest fundraising event of the year, and we appreciate everyone who participated.
The “fun-raising” of auction events is starting and will continue through the coming year. We look forward to seeing you!