Category: Social Outreach
Food Pantry
PLEASE REMEMBER..EVERY Sunday we collect nonperishable goods to donate to the Council of Social Concern’s food pantry. If you are able, please consider bringing an item or two from the list below to donate this Sunday.Please consider donations of Baked Beans, Canned Lunch(SpaghettiOs, etc.), Canned Meat (Stew, Spam, Chili, etc.), Hot andCold Cereals, Condiments, Dessert … Continue reading Food Pantry
Pie Sunday is November 24th
It’s almost time for the most delicious Sunday of the year! You can help in many different ways. Please bring a homemade pie or your favorite tasting pie or cobbler to share after church on Sunday morning, November 24th. (Pumpkin, Squash, Mincemeat, Apple, Blueberry, Peach Cobbler, Pecan, Key Lime, Chocolate Cream pies, or something else!) Please … Continue reading Pie Sunday is November 24th
Open Studios 2024
Just in time for holiday shopping, be sure to mark your calendars for Winchester Open Studios. We are looking for Volunteers! It is a great way to support a fundraiser for WUS and deepen your ties to the community. To volunteer, sign up HERE
Share the Plate: A New Approach 10.31.24
The Social Action and Outreach Committee would like to inform you of a new approach to “Share the Plate.” Beginning in November, one organization will receive funds from Share the Plate for three weeks in a month, instead of funding a different organization every week. Our goal is to develop a deeper connection with each … Continue reading Share the Plate: A New Approach 10.31.24
Building Beloved Community
Farm by Farm What does farming have to do with addressing racism? Take a look at Farming While Black by Leah Penniman or (and I highly recommend this) view one or two of her YouTube videos. This inspiring Black woman founded Soul Fire Farm near Albany in New York State to “end racism and injustice in … Continue reading Building Beloved Community
Update on Maria from Sanctuary Task Force
Hopefully, many of you will remember Maria who we cared for when she was in sanctuary at the First Parish Church in Bedford. Her birthday was May 9th and it’s never too late to send her birthday wishes. Your cards can be mailed to: Maria Macario 269 Chestnut Street, Apt. 1 Lynn, MA 01902 Maria is … Continue reading Update on Maria from Sanctuary Task Force
Please consider participating in this action to encourage “registered community of color voters in VA Congressional District 2 to vote in the June 18 primary.”
There is evidence that people who vote in the primaries are more likely to vote in the November elections. Here is some information about this campaign and how to Register for it. Time to Vote in VA-02 (Again!) The votes of BIPOC/community of color voters will be critical to protecting democracy in the 2024 elections. … Continue reading Please consider participating in this action to encourage “registered community of color voters in VA Congressional District 2 to vote in the June 18 primary.”
Building Beloved Community 5/16/24
Quote by Quote With a thank you to Liz Scott for sending on this quotation, so relevant in these moments: “Now more than ever, the illusions of division threaten our very existence. We all know the truth: More connects us than separates us. But in times of crisis the wise build bridges, while the foolish … Continue reading Building Beloved Community 5/16/24
Celebrating Rev. Heather’s Ministry
On June 9th we will say farewell and godspeed to our beloved minister. Please take a moment to share your thoughts and best wishes to Rev. Heather by signing a card, entering a handwritten note in a journal (which will be available in the Symmes Room starting on May 5), or recording a short video … Continue reading Celebrating Rev. Heather’s Ministry