Committees  and Activities

 TUUC Committees

AUCTION COMMITTEE

Provides supplemental, non-budgeted funds for the Church by means of an auction of donated services, social activities and goods in a setting to promote fellowship and unity. The Auction is held in mid November each year. Work begins in May and ends in mid December.

AUDIO COMMITTEE:

Develops, maintains, and operates the sound enhancing & recording systems during services and at other events. Proposes & requests purchase of needed equipment.

BLOOD BANK

Sets up and carries out a Red Cross Blood Drive in the fall each year. Schedules and publicizes a Donor Day at least one time each year. Makes all arrangements by contacting Red Cross. Obtains volunteers for setting up and staffing the event.

BOOK NOOK COMMITTEE:

Provides books and book related services to the members and friends of TUUC. Offers the congregation enjoyable and relevant literature at bargain prices, including books donated by TUUCers. Open most Sunday mornings, the Nook donates ‘profits’ to TUUC.

CARING COMMITTEE

Assists the Minister in identifying those in need of special care, e.g., ill, housebound, hospitalized or convalescing members and friends. Contacts close friends or relatives of person who may be in need of care. Sends flowers to those who have a death in the family.

COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE

Presents the Church to the community by making local newspapers and radio stations aware of our activities.

DECORATIONS:

Insures that candle lighting equipment is available for all Sunday services and that decorations in the meeting room are appropriate for Sunday services.

DENOMINATIONAL RELATIONS

Serves as liaison from/to the congregation & the UU parent and affiliate organizations. Informs the members of denominational activities. Encourages participation in inter church activities. Publicizes denominational activities, recruits delegates to attend meetings, and promotes fund-raising activities in support of affiliated associations.

EDITORS COMMITTEE

Takes turns editing our biweekly newsletter, Threshold, which serves as an expression of the ministry, informs of activities, programs and other items concerning the Congregation. Also edits the Order of Service.

ENDOWMENT BOARD

Acts as investment manager for the endowment funds. Receives and solicits contributions to the endowment fund from individuals and estates to be invested appropriately for the long term benefit of the Church.

ESTHETICS COMMITTEE

Proposes physical gifts to the Church and suggestions for purchases by committees or/and individuals are to be submitted to the Operations Team who will convene this committee, comprised of the Chairs of Gallery Unicorn, Grounds, House, and Special Gifts.

FINANCE COMMITTEE

Reviews policies for handling money in the church and assures that best financial practices are followed. Committee includes the Treasurer, Finance Council, Stewardship Chair, and other interested individuals.

GALLERY UNICORN

Sets up exhibits of artistic renditions which may please most of the Members, enhance the interior of the Church, offer selected artists an opportunity for display, and bring outside visitors to the Church. Schedules each artist's exhibit and aids in promotion. Contributes profits to the Church.

GROUNDS COMMITTEE

Sees that grounds and parking surface are maintained. Develops long/short term landscape plan. Develops plan for general grounds maintenance including leaf removal. Schedules work parties as needed. Monitors snow and trash removal.

HOUSE COMMITTEE

Sees that the building and furnishings are maintained and secure. Identifies needed improvements and makes recommendations to the Operations Team. Coordinates with other committees and the Office to assure proper use. Determines needs for and organizes work parties. INTERWEAVE COMMITTEE

INTERWEAVE COMMITTEE

Fosters a welcoming religious community for people of all sexual orientations by increasing understanding and support within our church and by connecting TUUC to the larger community of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender persons.

MEMORIAL GARDEN

Plans the construction of an area designated to remembering those who have passed away.

MUSIC COMMITTEE

Provides oversight of the musical aspects of the Sunday services and other special programs in order to ensure that the musical needs of the Minister and the congregation are met. Consults with and supports the Music Director.

PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

Acts as a liaison for the Board with the paid staff of the church. Advocates fair and equitable salaries, benefits and employment practices for Church staff and advises Church management on personnel matters.

ROUND-ROBIN DINNERS

Schedules small groups (about 8) for periodic in-home suppers. Posts signup sheet for those who wish to participate. Assigns groups and explains roles to participants.

SOCIAL ACTION COMMITTEE

Focuses the attention of the congregation on local, national and/or international social issues. Provides social action activities/opportunities. Creates a calendar of social action events. Raises funds for selected causes.

STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE

Plans, organizes, and conducts a canvass of all members and friends to secure pledges of financial support for the operation of the Church.

WORSHIP/PROGRAM COMMITTEE

Assists the Minister with the nature and meaning of worship thus formulating objectives for the services with special reference to the values and qualities they convey. Plans and conducts Sunday morning services once a month during the regular church year and creates a full program during the summer. On these Sundays, the committee members are responsible for coordinating all facets of the program.

YOUTH RELIGIOUS EDUCATION COMMITTEE:

Sets forth and implements the philosophy of religious education for the youth of our church from Nursery through Grade 12, supporting our children in their development of a personal faith through study of both Judeo Christian roots and UU heritage. Sets the educational program for youth religious education. Sets policy on enrollment, discipline, parent participation, class structure, etc.