Volunteer Opportunity · Community Supper
2023-10-01 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Chicago) | First Presbyterian Church, 406 Grant Street, Wausau, Wisconsin, 54403, United States
The First Presbyterian Church started serving free meals every Sunday beginning in 2006. Our church is one of 17 congregations and community groups that provide meals 52 times each year.

Post-pandemic, meals have been distributed strictly through drive-up. Presbyterian Chuck Schlitz and his committee don’t see this service returning to the dining hall in the near future.

Our church generously provides meals four times a year, the first Sundays in October, November, February, and March.

Past practice has been to make the food in someone’s home and assemble the food in containers at the church kitchen. Four to five people are needed on those Sundays to help with packing and distribution as people drive up. Typically, about 100 meals are distributed.

Any church member interested in helping with these meals can contact Marsha Fitzgerald at 715-298-1419 or 715-551-5618.

A special thanks to many of you who have been very generous in providing homemade desserts for distribution and who helped with distribution.

*This post has been lightly edited for length

Guest Preacher Reverend Suzelle Lynch
2023-10-01 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
There are so many things that demand our attention these days — so much information coming our way, and too much of it isn’t good news. What if a simple algorithm, a brief maxim, could help untangle our frazzled minds from constant distractions? Let’s see if we can find that magic algorithm today.Biography: The Rev. Suzelle Lynch (she/her) has been a UU minister for 29 years, serving congregations in Wisconsin, Washington, California and Texas. Prior to ministry, she worked as a communications professional for a variety of organizations, including a robot company. Rev. Suzelle is the mother of an aspiring opera singer, a trained labyrinth facilitator, and a passionate advocate for racial justice. She also writes songs, creates upcycled clothing, and loves hiking with her husband Tom Ness.

Join Us On Sundays For Services That Inform & Inspire

Sermons at UU Wausau encompass many topics, but always with the intent of cultivating dialogue and fostering growth. On any given Sunday, you will hear a sermon that stimulates your thinking about life, opens a new perspective on the Bible, or speaks to the state of the world with words of hope or healing. Join us Sunday in person as we worship together.

Potluck Lunch · Finger Foods And Speed Community Building!
2023-10-01 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
October 1st kicks off a year-long series of intergenerational events called “My UU Family Fun Days.” This is the first in the series and will happen with our October potluck.

The RE Team, Greg Zavadoski, Sally Schmidt, & Joni Hahn, are hosting the potluck, and the theme is FInger Foods. We will laugh, eat well, and build connections among our church family, with a hilarious riff on the “speed-dating” trend!

Everyone is invited to bring a dish to share (finger foods are encouraged, but all types of dishes are welcome). However, if you forget or cannot bring a dish, please still join us for a delicious meal and some UUFamily Fun. And come prepared to laugh!

First Sunday Potluck Lunches

Join us every first Sunday of every month after service for a heartwarming tradition that embodies the spirit of unity and fellowship at our Universalist Unitarian Church — our Community Potluck Lunch.

Whether you arrive with a dish to share or simply with an open heart, all are welcome to this inclusive gathering.

It’s a delightful occasion where diverse flavors and stories come together to create a tapestry of connection, emphasizing our belief in every person’s inherent worth and dignity.

Join us for a delicious meal and the opportunity to forge new friendships, strengthening the bonds that make our community so special.

Choir Practice · Baritone Sectionals 🎵
2023-10-02 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-10-05 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-10-09 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-10-12 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-10-16 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
If you have had a secret wish to sing, join the UU Wausau Choir. We always welcome new members. There are no formalauditions; just bring your good ears and a desire to sing harmoniously.

Enjoy the practice-driven process of learning new music to share with the congregation on a three to four-weekschedule.

The UU Wausau Choir meets every Wednesday in the Atrium from 6:30-8:00 p.m. The Baritone and Alto Sectionals have additional practices, such as this one!

For additional information to participate, contact Music Director Margaret Jerz margaret@uuwausau.org or call the church office at (715) 842-3697.

Women’s AA Meeting
2023-10-02 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-10-09 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-10-16 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Women’s AA meets every Monday evening. Please enter through the doors off of the parking lot.

Wausau Bird Club · Public Meeting
2023-10-02 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Wausau Bird Club meets the first Monday of every month; indoors at UU Wausau during late Fall and Winter; outdoors in the Spring & Summer.

Everyone is welcome to join. Meetings are free and open to the public.

If you have questions about the location, please call Susan Haug at 715-446-2775.

Weekly Knitting Group
2023-10-04 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-10-11 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Discover the joy of knitting and the warmth of community by joining our Weekly Knitting Group. All are invited, whether you’re a seasoned knitter or a complete novice. Bring your own knitting projects and let your creativity flow in the company of kindred spirits.

It’s not just about crafting but forging connections, sharing stories, and supporting one another. Knitting has a way of bringing comfort, both through the soothing rhythm of stitches and the bonds we build along the way.

Come join us in Walker Hall (upstairs) and be a part of this wonderful group, where your skills and passion are celebrated, and where every stitch is an opportunity to knit our community closer together.

Choir Practice · Alto Sectionals 🎵
2023-10-04 11:30 - 12:30, 2023-10-11 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago)
If you have had a secret wish to sing, join the UU Wausau Choir. We always welcome new members. There are no formal auditions; just bring your good ears and a desire to sing harmoniously.

Enjoy the practice-driven process of learning new music to share with the congregation on a three to four-week schedule.

The UU Wausau Choir meets every Wednesday in the Atrium from 6:30-8:00 p.m. The Baritone and Alto Sectionals have additional practices, such as this one!

For additional information to participate, contact Music Director Margaret Jerz margaret@uuwausau.org or call the church office at (715) 842-3697.

The Noon Swoon
2023-10-04 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-10-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
You’re invited to be part of our weekly gathering, where we dive into the thought-provoking world of The New Yorker magazine.

Join us during the lunch hour as we unpack the pages of the previous week’s issue, sparking vibrant discussions and sharing diverse perspectives.

Whether you’re a devoted reader or simply curious about engaging with insightful content, this is the perfect opportunity to connect, learn, and expand your horizons.

Bring your lunch, your inquisitive spirit, and a hunger for stimulating conversation. We look forward to welcoming you to this enriching experience.

Adult Choir Practice 🎵
2023-10-04 18:30 - 20:00, 2023-10-11 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
If you have had a secret wish to sing, join the UU Wausau Choir. We always welcome new members. There are no formal auditions; just bring your good ears and a desire to sing harmoniously.

The UU Wausau Choir meets every Wednesday in the Atrium from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Enjoy the practice-driven process of learning new music to share with the congregation on a three to four-week schedule.

For additional information to participate, contact Music Director Margaret Jetz margaret@uuwausau.org or call the church office at (715) 842-3697.

UU Choir Practice 🎵
2023-10-04 18:30 - 20:00, 2023-10-11 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
If you have had a secret wish to sing, join the UU Wausau Choir. We always welcome new members. There are no formalauditions; just bring your good ears and a desire to sing harmoniously.

The UU Wausau Choir meets every Wednesday in the Atrium from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Enjoy the practice-driven process of learning new music to share with the congregation on a three to four-week schedule.

For additional information to participate, contact Music Director Margaret Jerz margaret@uuwausau.orgor call the church office at (715) 842-3697.

Tai Chi · Free Class
2023-10-05 18:30 - 21:30, 2023-10-12 18:30 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Join teacher Larry Riddle and others in our beautiful atrium for stretching and Tai Chi. The stretching portion of the class lasts about 90 minutes and is required. Beginners are welcome. Wear loose-fitting clothing and flat tennis shoes, if you have them. Classes are free and open to the public.

Let the Light In
2023-10-08 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Very few like to have their “stuff” seen. Shame, lies, and rejection are a few of life’s sharp edges. Understandably, we tend to hide this. This Sunday we’ll talk about how being honest, sometimes open, and taking responsibility is part of what’s needed for healing.

Join Us On Sundays For Services That Inform & Inspire

Sermons at UU Wausau encompass many topics, but always with the intent of cultivating dialogue and fostering growth. On any given Sunday, you will hear a sermon that stimulates your thinking about life, opens a new perspective on the Bible, or speaks to the state of the world with words of hope or healing. Join us Sunday in person as we worship together.

Creativity Matters
2023-10-10 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Our Creativity Matters group helps community members engage in monthly themes and explore spiritual growth through creative expression.

It’s all about allowing our intuition and imagination to guide us, not just our logic and reflective minds. Think of it as making room for your right brain to dance with your left brain.

Creativity Matters is a high school and adult group designed for everyone — no experience or artistic skill is required! Just bring a playful spirit and adventurous attitude.

Creativity Matters · Family Heritage
2023-10-10 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
October’s Creativity Matters theme is “Heritage,” specifically your/your family’s heritage. This can be interpreted broadly, including but not limited to current family, family of origin, and/or chosen family.

If you have time before our session, our reflection question is:

How has your family heritage shaped your creativity (and/or love of creativity), or who are your “artistic ancestors”? i.e. those creatives who have most shaped your creativity (and/or love of creativity)?

Projects of the Month

We will have supplies for projects Option B and D from the monthly Creative Matters packet:

Listen to Photographs of Your Ancestors

Creating a Family Heritage Collage

Everyone is invited to bring in any photos or mementos they would like to use and/or your own supplies/ projects. If you don’t want to use original photos, you can scan and print copies on our printer.

*Don’t have a copy of this month’s Creative Matters guide? Reach out to our Director of Religious Education for a copy!

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What is Creativity Matters?

Our Creativity Matters group helps community members engage in monthly themes and explore spiritual growth through creative expression.

It’s all about allowing our intuition and imagination to guide us, not just our logic and reflective minds. Think of it as making room for your right brain to dance with your left brain.

Creativity Matters is a high school and adult group designed for everyone — no experience or artistic skill is required! Just bring a playful spirit and adventurous attitude.

Supporting Local Teens · Weekend Community Collection Focus
2023-10-14 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Chicago)
At First Universalist Unitarian Church of Wausau, we believe in putting our values into action. On the third weekend of each month, our Sunday collection is dedicated to supporting organizations that align with our principles and work diligently to make a positive impact in our community.

For October, we have chosen a cause that directly addresses the needs of our local teens—providing free feminine hygiene products in schools. Learn more about why this vital need matters and how you can help.

Majoring in the Minors
2023-10-15 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Know anyone who can turn something fun and beautiful into a burden? “Do it like this, not that,” they say. “We don’t do it that way here,” some declare. This Sunday we’ll learn about getting out of the way of fun & beauty.

Join Us On Sundays For Services That Inform & Inspire

Sermons at UU Wausau encompass many topics, but always with the intent of cultivating dialogue and fostering growth. On any given Sunday, you will hear a sermon that stimulates your thinking about life, opens a new perspective on the Bible, or speaks to the state of the world with words of hope or healing. Join us Sunday in person as we worship together.

Youth Group Halloween Movie
2023-10-15 16:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
October’s Movie Night is Halloween-themed and costumes are welcome!

As they move towards emerging adulthood, Youth Group Movies are a chance for Senior High Youth (9th to 12th grade) to explore life’s big questions through popular films, discussions, and hands-on activities. *Includes dinner!

The themes for this year are:

Why do we need community?

Why do brains focus on the negative sometimes?

How to be yourself.

How to find joy.

How to avoid getting your feelings all over when you feel out of control.

How to cope when things are bad.

How to be bad at things and do them anyways.

How to disagree without fighting.

What does it mean to have a meaningful life?
