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As a congregation, we seek to create a community of mutual care and respect, in which we celebrate life, serve others, and en- courage each person's spiritual growth.
Namaqua UU Programs |
Religious ExplorationWe recognize that religious teaching is vital to our children's spiritual growth. Our Religious Exploration program is designed to nurture creativity, encourage children to appreciate their world with lessons about family, friends, and neighbors, and help children learn how to live according to their beliefs. During each Sunday service a paid caregiver provides a nursery environment for children from infancy through three years of age. For more information about our Religious Exploration program, click here. |
Social ActionOur Social Action Committee finds ways for members to have an impact on social concerns in our community and around the world. Current activities include:
For information about national and international service programs, click Unitarian Universalist Service Committee. |
Pastoral CareThe Pastoral Care Team represents the "heart" of the Namaqua community. It ministers to members and friends of Namaqua in hard times, recognizes accomplishments and joys in good times, and communicates concerns and positive happenings to the congregation.
The Team notes birthdays, weddings, and deaths with cards and announcements. It offers ministry through get well and sympathy messages to the ill and bereaved; meals to the unable; and visits, flowers, and special small gifts to those with serious concerns and illnesses. It also provides transportation to and from congregational services and medical procedures. |
MusicAdult Choir Be a part of our choir and enjoy the thrill of making music. At most Sunday services, the adult choir provides special music or leads the congregation in learning new hymns, chants, and other songs. It rehearses at 7:15 pm on Wednesday evenings (except during the summer) at members’ homes. You are welcome to join the choir at any time.
Youth Choir This choir offers young persons the opportunity to learn the basics of choral music from an experienced choir director and to sing from time to time before the congregation. The youth choir rehearses at 8:30 am on the first and third Sundays of the month (except during the summer) at the church.. |
Open ForumJoin our Open Forum at the church each Sunday from 4:30 to 6:00 and enjoy listening to guest speakers and discussing current issues – all intended to stimulate critical thinking in a neighborly setting.
Topics for Fall '07 and Spring '08 include:
(For topics and speakers on particular Sundays, please click on our "Calendar" on the left side of this page.)
You are always welcome to attend!
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Women's GroupWOMEN! We have a time and place to call our own, a safe, open setting in which to learn from each other, support each other, and inspire each other through: – Spiritual & political discussions – Book & video discussions – Laughter & commiseration
Time: 7 – 9 p.m., the second Tuesday of the month Place: The church [Light refreshments are served]
Our mission is friendship and growth. Participants determine and lead discussions on topics related to women’s spiritual heritage and future. This year, we are creating our own curriculum for sharing our gifts with one another.
All women are welcome.
For more information, contact Mim Neal at mimneal@msn.com .
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Other Congregational ActivitiesCircle SuppersGood meals, good company! Once a month groups of 6-10 participants meet for supper in the home of a host family. Each person brings a dish to share. The suppers offer an opportunity to enjoy a meal together and to get better acquainted with one another. Special EventsTypical get-togethers include congregational potlucks, game nights, and visits to nearby points of interest. In the spring, the congregation celebrates at its Annual Fellowship Dinner.
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