Committee on Shared Ministry (COM) – Ensures the quality of the shared ministry — clergy, staff and laity — of the Congregation by advocating, supporting and assessing the effectiveness of the shared ministry on a regular and continuing basis. Works with the congregation to understand and recognize its mission in terms of shared ministry. Aids the called minister(s) and director of religious growth in carrying out an effective shared ministry by being available for feedback and/or counsel. Supports Congregation members regarding shared ministry as needed. Advocates for the use of UU and UUCM principles in the shared ministry of the congregation.
Communications Team (commteam@uucm.org) – Facilitates communication across UUCM and with external audiences by producing the church’s website, newsletters, external communications, and other print/electronic forums.
Community Suppers – Provides a free hot meal to anyone in surrounding communities. Attendees enjoy conversation along with delicious varied menus. More information here.
Congregational Development Committee – Nominates officers and representatives of the Church Board and Trustees of the Endowment, and assists placing volunteers in key positions, such as chairs of standing committees.
Crafts Group – Although the stated purpose of this group is the work of creating things for the annual Holiday Fair, in fact, it’s a lively and caring group of people who open their hearts while their hands are busy with needle, thread, scissors, or glue.
Children and Youth Committee (CYC) – Assists in planning the children’s religious education curriculum.
Hospitality/Membership Team – Welcomes visitors and arranges for coffee hour after Sunday worship.
Finance Committee – Prepares and monitors the annual budget and acts on other financial issues.
Partner Church Committee – Focuses communications with our Partner Church in Szentmihaly, Transylvania (Romania), and identifies opportunities for assistance and cultural exchange.
Pastoral Care Committee – Mobilizes caring people within UUCM to provide basic support services to members and their families who are dealing with difficult circumstances.
Personnel Committee – Provides management and guidance regarding personnel matters in the church.
Property Committee – Maintains and recommends improvements to the church building and grounds. Under their guidance, the Maintenance Team tackles the seemingly endless list of maintenance and improvement tasks that accompany our lovely, old historic building.
Small Group Ministry (SGM) — Small groups of 8-10 people meet in private homes with a trained facilitator twice a month to share their lives through thoughtful reflection and discussion.
Trustees – The team responsible for effectively managing the church’s endowment.
WITT – Women in Transition Team – a long standing group of individuals from diverse backgrounds who are dedicated in providing support in a variety of ways to other individuals on their paths to becoming stronger and healthier people. New members are always welcome.
Worship Committee – Works with the minister to plan weekly services throughout the year. Designs and implements multi-media worship services for presentation in the church and via Zoom.