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Join us for the Pridefest Parade!

On Sunday, June 2, UU Church West bid farewell to Intern Minister Kimberlee Tomczak Carlson. She is moving into her new role as Director of Religious Education at First Unitarian Society of Milwaukee. Kimberlee was presented with a hand-crafted stole covered in her favorite animal, turtles. The stole was created by Rev. Suzelle Lynch and decorated by church members and friends. Marie Sinur-Schmidt baked a themed cake for the celebration. Congratulations Kimberlee! We wish you all the best!

The concert by Bill Staines last night was a wonderful success, thanks to all of you! We had 130 people in attendance (plus volunteers) and it was a great fundraiser for the church! We had people who came from Madison and Chicago! I want to show my appreciation to everyone for helping to make this event happen. Thank you to: My co-host David Stokes, Kurt Gaetano, Polly Ellingson, Vicky and David Brostrom, Susan Endes, Pat and David Rierson, members of the UUCW Music Committee, and last but not least, David HB Drake. Thank you again, and please share your feedback with me. Perhaps we will do it again next year when Bill passes through Wisconsin! Hugs to all, Sarah Stokes

Join us for Pride Sunday: What's in a Pronoun? with the Rev. Suzelle Lynch, and UUCW Member Trevor Murbach Sunday, June 9, 2019 — 10:00 am So much of our culture and what our society thinks of as "normal" is embedded in our language. But it is possible - and wonderful - to use language in ways that create liberation and fight oppression! On this Pride Weekend in our Milwaukee area, let's remember that the way in which we use language says everything about our values and the world that we are trying to create and consider language patterns that are more aligned with our best and highest values. Wear your rainbow gear today in honor of PRIDE, and join us for the MKE Pride Parade, too! Music today from the UUCW Kaleidoscope Band. Unitarian Universalist Church West 13001 W. North Ave. Brookfield, WI 53005 uucw.org

Bill Staines is in the house! Join us tonight for Bill Staines in Concert at UUCW, Thursday, May 30th at 7 pm. It will be a concert filled with fabulous folk tunes. Tickets available at the door at Unitarian Universalist Church West. Join us!

Enjoying friends, planting flowers, and making Pride posters. A beautiful day!

Join us for Sunday Service: Art for the People at 10:00 am on June 2nd. "Art for the People" The Rev. Suzelle Lynch, with Kimberlee Tomczak Carlson, Intern Minister Have you ever wondered about the beautiful wall sculpture in our Sanctuary? Today, as we celebrate and say farewell to our Intern Minister, Kimberlee Tomczak Carlson and prepare for our Annual Congregational Meeting following the service, we learn about the life and philosophy of Jordi Bonet, the artist who created our sculpture. A reception for Kimberlee follows the service — Annual Meeting will begin at approximately 11:30 am. Today is also "You Choose the Music Sunday," with selections chosen by Auction winner Larry Hawley. Unitarian Universalist Church West 13001 W. North Ave. Brookfield, WI 53005 uucw.org

Join Us This Sunday to Remember, Honor, and Thank Those Who Served

Join us for Sunday Service: Where Have All the Flowers Gone? A Service for Memorial Day on May 26. ONE SERVICE ONLY – 10:00 am "Where Have All the Flowers Gone?" With Steve Frey, Worship Leader Memorial Day is a time to remember those who died while serving in the United States military. Though Unitarian Universalists have worked for peace and protested war for generations, we too have lost children, parents, siblings, ancestors, friends and other beloveds to our nation’s armed conflicts. Today, with songs and readings, music and stories, we do the work of peace-building that is remembrance. Music today from Lead Music Director Jennifer Nicolosi. Unitarian Universalist Church West 13001 W. North Ave. Brookfield, WI 53005 uucw.org

Due to the anticipated rain, the Youth Car Wash has been canceled. Please keep posted for a new scheduled sunny date in the future.

Flower Communion Sunday is Here!

Members and Friends got a head start on outside clean up last Friday. You can help get UUCW's grounds ready for summer by coming to the Spring Campus Clean-Up on Saturday, May 18, anytime between 8:30 am and 2:00 pm. Contact our Church Administrator Vicki via the church office and let her know you can help.

FROM REV. SUZELLE: UU Church West is part of Brookfield-Elm grove Interfaith Network (BEGIN) and the interfaith conference of greater Milwaukee. Those organizations have issued statements regarding a conference held by recognized anti-Muslim hard groups at the Waukesha Cty Expo Center on May 11.

Bring your dusty vehicle to the UUCW Youth Car Wash and leave with a clean and shiny car! The UUCW Youth Group is providing environmentally friendly hand car washes on Saturday, May 19 from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm. You choose the donation amount. Proceeds support the 2020 Youth Heritage Trip to Boston and other activities. Unitarian Universalist Church West 13001 W. North Ave Brookfield, WI 53005 uucw.org

Join us for Sunday Service: The Gifts You Bring with Rev. Suzelle Lynch It's our Multigenerational Flower Communion on Sunday, May 19, 2019 — 9:15 and 11:00 am "The Gifts You Bring" We celebrate the time-honored ritual of Flower Communion today with all ages — it’s a ritual that affirms each person’s individual way of being, but helps us see all the blessing and power we have when we join in community. Please bring a flower to church for each member of your family, and get ready to enjoy music, stories, and inspiring songs! Special music provided by the UUCW Choir — it’s also Teacher and Volunteer Recognition Sunday! Childcare available for children 4-K and under; no Religious Education classes. Unitarian Universalist Church West 13001 W. North Ave. Brookfield, WI 53005 uucw.org

On Saturday, May 4 members and friends from six area UU congregations gathered to attend the workshop "Growing Trust and Leadership in the Service of Anti-Racism." Workshop Leaders Julica Hermann de la Fuente and the Rev. Ashley Horan helped participants explore the connections between nurturing leaders, cultivating deep trust, and building racially just communities.

On Sunday, May 5, 2019 our young people celebrated a very important rite of passage - the Bridging Ceremony honors the completion of high school and the shift to young adulthood. It is an opportunity to give them blessings as they move into the wider world. Congratulations to all seniors and thank you to the YRUU Advisers for their dedication.

Join us for Bill Staines in Concert at UUCW on Thursday, May 30 at 7:00 pm. Bill Staines is one of the most beloved singers on the folk music scene today. Staines has twenty-six recordings to his credit and has written over three hundred songs. On stage, Staines is an intimate, compelling performer, encouraging his audience to sing with him on his chorus songs. He will mix in traditional tunes with his own contemporary folk ballads. His humorous tales of life on the road and observations of everyday people provide an entertaining blend of story and song. Purchase $15 Tickets at https://stainesatuucw.bpt.me or at the door (cash or checks only) Unitarian Universalist Church West 13001 W. North Ave. Brookfield, WI 53005 uucw.org

Meditative Handpan Concert - Saturday, April 6 - 7:00 pm Join us for an evening of peaceful meditation accompanied by the resonant songs of Kristie Vosburg, Russell Anderson, and Sarah Frey, performing as a handpan ensemble. The handpan trio will play a variety of meditative pieces in a continuously flowing session (there will be no talking between pieces). The handpan is a steel pan played with the hands consisting of two metal half-shells glued together. Sounding similar to a harp, its music is very soothing and relaxing and goes well with meditation. Before the start of the meditation session, there will be a brief introduction to the handpan instruments. For meditation, participants are encouraged to sit, lay on the floor, or even stand — whichever is most comfortable. If you feel you would like to move around or dance softly, this is okay too! No meditation experience is necessary. Please bring your own cushion, mat, blanket, pillow, or whatever you need to be completely comfortable. Free will offerings accepted. Unitarian Universalist Church West 13001 W. North Ave. Brookfield, WI 53005 uucw.org

Handpan drum performance of "Daydream" at Unitarian Universalist Church West, Brookfield, WI on October 28, 2018. Composed and performed by Kristie Vosburg and Sarah Frey.

Join us for the Windy Hill Brass and Windy Hill Handbell Choir Fall Concert at UUCW! All ages are encouraged to attend. Friday, October 26 at 7:00 pm Unitarian Universalist Church West 13001 W. North Ave. Brookfield, WI 53005 uucw.org More at https://www.facebook.com/events/1346216565508954/ Watch this sneak peek to our upcoming fall concert. Video excerpts from Windy Hill Concert held in May 2018. This concert features Windy Hill Brass directed by Dr. Craig Hurst and Windy Hill Handbell Choir directed by Dr. Nancy Van Brunt. Brass group highlights include "Brass Quintet No. 1" by Victor Ewald which represents the Russian Romanticism musical style. Other selections include two pieces by German Composer Samuel Scheidt. Handbell Choir arrangements include "Wade in the Water" for the full handbell choir, "Deep River" for handbell quartet, and "Take 5" by Dave Brubeck for handbell sextet. Additional selections will feature an arrangement of "Autumn Leaves", and "The Haunted House" accompanied by a media presentation. The handbells will finish on a light note with the "Muppet Show Theme Song". Freewill donations will be encouraged, with all proceeds going to the Menomonee Falls Food Pantry, UUCW's food pantry partner for October. Refreshments will be served during a post-performance reception.

Another great Ingathering Service performance by Kaleidoscope, the UUCW Worship Band: Johanna Larson, Kurt Gaetano, Daniel Wiebe, Joel Harris, Andy Vrakas, Natalie Fleury, Deb Ruesch, Linda Meurer, and David Kaye.

Here's a fun interactive song from UUCW's Water Communion Service held on September 9, 2018. The Wheel of the Water by Tom Chapin. Performed by the Kaleidoscope Worship Band and the EarthSpirit Dancers: Nicole Grandstrand, Ann Bertz, and Alex Feil.

"Take it Easy" and join The Tritonics at Unitarian Universalist Church West 13001 W. North Ave. starting at 5:30 tonight.

Join us for The Tritonics at UUCW — a summer evening concert offering unique Jamaican rocksteady tunes on Saturday, August 25 at 5:30pm. The concert will be held outdoors, weather permitting, so bring your lawn chairs! Food (dinner, snacks, and dessert) and drinks (soda, beer, wine coolers) will be available for purchase. Freewill donation accepted, suggested amounts are $10/person, $25/family. Unitarian Universalist Church West 13001 W. North Ave. Brookfield, WI 53001 uucw.org

Here's a singing wrap-up to a fun evening at the UUCW Pledge Drive Party!

Holiday Greetings from the staff at Unitarian Universalist Church West

Walking the Spiritial Path at UUCW on Dedication Day