UU Wausau

Warming Center Training
2024-12-05 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
We are honored to announce that UU Wausau is joining a community-wide effort to provide warmth, safety, and support to our neighbors experiencing homelessness during extreme cold this winter. In partnership with the Wausau Police Department, Catholic Charities, Bridge Clinic, the City of Wausau, and several area faith organizations, we are stepping up to host individuals in need of shelter on the coldest nights.

Please visit this link for all of the warming center information.

Tai Chi · Free Class
2024-12-05 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-12-12 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-12-19 18:30 - 21:30 | 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.

Children's Religious Education
2024-12-08 10:30 - 11:30
This year, our Children’s RE group is blending our play-based model with Holy Troublemakers & Unconventional Saints, an illustrated collection by Daneen Akers that highlights people from diverse faiths who have stood up for justice and love, even when it meant challenging the status quo.

We’ll learn about inspiring figures like:

Bayard Rustin

Fred Rogers

Valarie Kaur

Kaitlin Curtice

Thich Nhat Hanh

Rumi

Mary Oliver

And we’ll be adding our own Unitarian, Universalist, and Unitarian Universalist ancestors, including Norbert Čapek and Francis Ellen Watkins Harper.

Each Sunday, elementary school-aged participants will discover one of these holy troublemakers and then explore the week’s themes in our open play spaces, including an art room, contemplation room, make-believe room, game area, nature space, music space, and makerspace.

Youth Religious Education
2024-12-08 10:30 - 11:30
C2: Coming of Age Cafe

C2 is a unique coming-of-age space designed to honor youth choice and support them in taking ownership of their spiritual paths, C2 is a space where youth can connect, collaborate, create, and rest while exploring the deep questions of identity, belonging, and purpose. Each week, the group will be invited to explore questions such as:

How do I honor the child I once was…and will carry with me?

What are the labels and expectations our families put on us?

Where is the line between belonging and fitting in?

What privileges belong to me, and how do I use them to support the belonging of others?

How do I honor where I come from?

How do I celebrate the unique me?

How do I prevent labels from hemming me in?

What are my core values?

What are my passions and joys?

Who do I hope to become?

How do we disagree without destroying relationships?

How do I resist “me-ism” and honor our intertwined fates?

Then youth can choose how they’d like to go deeper with that week’s theme. Whether they choose to play a game, make art, enjoy a snack, quietly reflect, or simply relax, C2 is an intentional time for youth to nurture their well-being, explore those big coming-of-age questions as they move from childhood to adolescence, and discover the answers together.

Sunday Worship And Glorified Coffee Hour
2024-12-08 10:30 - 12:30
Gratitude. What’s Making our Hearts Glad? – Congregation

Acknowledging the things in life for which we are grateful can be a great way to start a day or move us away from distractions keeping us from embracing the good. Before we let the Thanksgiving spirit dissipate into the Christmas bustle, we will use our time together on 12/8 to share our gratitudes. This will be a congregation participation Sunday when all will have the opportunity to speak of something for which they are grateful. Maybe it’s church related, or a special family member or friend. Perhaps an unexpected life event has brought you gladness or lightened your burden. Each individual sharing will add to our collective gratitude for making the decision to be present for one another for this service. Who knows? Maybe we’ll start a new service tradition.

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.

Annual Meeting
2024-12-08 11:45 - 14:00
As required by the Bylaws, an annual meeting of the Congregation will be held in the sanctuary Sunday, December 8th, at 11:45 AM after the service. All members will receive an emailed copy of the annual report to the Congregation. If you would like a hard copy, please contact the Congregational Administrator Kris Kilcoyne or call (715) 842-3697 to make arrangements. The following documents will be included in the annual report:

Reports of officers and staff

An election slate for members to the Board of Trustees, the Endowment Committee, and the Nominating Committee

The annual budget

Minutes from the last annual meeting

A notice of any bylaw changes.

During the meeting, the Congregation will be asked to vote on the next year’s officers, the annual budget, and any proposed bylaw changes. If you are unable to attend the meeting, you can also request an absentee ballot ahead of time. This would then need to be returned to the church by the day of the annual meeting in order to be included in the vote. Please contact Kris if you want an absentee ballot. All church members are allowed to vote. Jeff LeighBoard President

Women’s AA Meeting
2024-12-09 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-16 18:00 - 19:00 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Women’s AA meets every Monday evening, including on holidays. Please enter through the doors off of the parking lot.

Qi Gong · Free Class
2024-12-10 18:30 - 20:30, 2024-12-17 18:30 - 20:30 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Join teacher Larry Riddle and others in our beautiful atrium for stretching and Qi Gong. The stretching portion of the classes lasts for about 90 minutes and is required. Beginners welcome. Wear loose-fitting clothes and flat tennis shoes, if you have them. Classes are free and open to the public.

Creativity Matters
2024-12-10 19:00 - 20:30 | 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 • Presence
2024-12-10 19:00 - 20:30 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Presence

December’s Creativity Matters theme is “Presence.” Together, we’ll explore how creating art can ground us in the present moment and deepen our connection to what we find holy, divine, or sacred in this world.

Projects of the Month

We will have supplies for Project Option A, D, and F from the monthly Creativity Matters packet*

Collage What Pulls You into the Present Moment: Create a collage as a tribute to all the things that draw you into the present moment, using both words and images

Continuous Line Drawing: Is an artistic technique where an image is created using a single, unbroken line. Try out this mindfulness art technique to find calm and grounding.

Draw or Paint What Winter Feels Like: Use your choice of drawing or painting tools to create a piece that captures your winter or holiday season feelings, focusing on textures, colors, or shapes that express the essence of this time.

*Don’t have a copy of this month’s Creativity Matters guide? Sign up to be part of the mailing list or reach out to our Director of Religious Education for a copy!

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.

Weekly Knitting Group
2024-12-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-18 10:00 - 12:00 | 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 🎵
2024-12-11 11:30 - 12:30, 2024-12-18 11:30 - 12:30
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 Tenor & Bass 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
2024-12-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-12-18 12:00 - 13:00 | 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.

Social Justice Committee
2024-12-11 18:00 - 19:30

UU Choir Practice 🎵
2024-12-11 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-12-18 18:30 - 20:00
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.

Choir Practice · Tenor and Bass Sectionals 🎵
2024-12-12 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-19 15:00 - 16:00

Annual Christmas Pageant
2024-12-15 10:30 - 12:30
Annual Christmas Pageant: the Rev’d Brian Mason and Jes Zimmer, DRE, leading

Step into a world of wonder and imagination at our annual Christmas Pageant, a heartwarming tradition that captures the joy and spirit of the season. With creativity and enthusiasm, our performers take center stage to celebrate the values of love, unity, and inclusion.

It’s a delightful event that brings families and the entire community together, reminding us all of the simple yet profound lessons of kindness and togetherness.

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.

Board of Trustees Public Meeting
2024-12-17 18:30 - 20:30 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
All interested members and friends are welcome to the Board of Trustees meetings. Monthly board meetings are held at First Universalist Unitarian Church of Wausau on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM (unless otherwise noted).

Learn more about the church board, its role, and how to get involved.

Blue Christmas · Winter Solstice Gathering
2024-12-21 00:00 - 23:59 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Blue Christmas – Winter Solstice Gathering, led by Randy Jefferson

Join us for our annual Winter Solstice gathering that recognizes the complexity of emotions that can accompany the holiday season. On the longest night of the year, we come together to observe the passage from darkness to light with readings, songs, quiet meditation, candles, and letting go.

All are welcome to join in this special intergenerational seasonal service, which honors our earth-centered traditions that celebrate the sacred circle of life.

It’s a meaningful event reminding us that we can find strength and comfort in one another’s company, offering a beacon of hope amid darkness.

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.

Women's Early Risers
2024-12-21 08:30 - 09:30 | UU Wausau, 504 Grant Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Women’s Early Risers is a social group that meets monthly for breakfast and companionship. Any interested women are invited to join – UU or not!

The group meets at Tri-City Restaurant (525 Grand Ave, Schofield, WI 54476).

For more information, contact LeeAnn Venne at mom.venne@gmail.com.

Christmas Sing! and Glorified Coffee Hour
2024-12-22 19:00 - 21:00
Dec. 22: Christmas Sing! – led by the Rev. Brian Mason and Margaret Jerz

Celebrate the joyous melodies of the season at our Annual Christmas Sing, a cherished tradition that fills our hearts with the spirit of unity and togetherness.

Gather with friends and family to raise your voices in song, embracing the time-honored carols that have woven a tapestry of warmth and tradition through the years.

It’s a festive evening where all are welcome, regardless of musical prowess, to celebrate love, hope, and joy that shine brightly during the holiday season.

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.
