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03/09/2025 – To Thine Own Self Be True

Trust begins with trusting oneself, one’s own gut. But to do that, we must know ourselves. Even if we do, we often make mistakes about our own or others’ intentions, needs, abilities, or impacts. Led by Rev. Eric Severson.

OWL (Our Whole Lives) Leader Training

April 4-6, 2025Grade Levels 7-9/10-12Cost includes meals, lodging from Friday dinner through Sunday lunch. $400/double, $450/singleLocated at Tower Hill Camp and Retreat Center, 12173 Tower Hill Road, Sawyer, MI. Trainers: Christina Fairman and Craig VanKempen will provide training for adults who want to offer the Junior/Senior High OWL program at their church and in their … Continue reading OWL (Our Whole Lives) Leader Training

Make Good Trouble!

There are many ways to make your voice heard and influence government policies at the local, state, and national levels. Here are some key approaches:Engage with Elected Officials Join or Support Advocacy Groups Use Public Comment Opportunities Engage in Peaceful Protest & Demonstrations Leverage Media & Social Media Educate & Mobilize Others ResourcesUUA50501 – 50 protests. 50 … Continue reading Make Good Trouble!

Midland Blooms 2025 – Save the Date!

Mark your calendars! On May 17, UUFoM volunteers will be planting petunias along a section of Eastman Avenue as part of Midland Blooms. Stay tuned—volunteer details will be available soon! Monica Hughes will be heading this years’s efforts.

The Social Justice Book Group – March 16

The next selection is The Patriarchs: The Origins of Inequality by Angela Saini. Join them on Zoom for the conversation on Sunday, March 16, at 12:15 PM. Contact Jennifer Streid-Mullen for more details.

Recycling at UUFoM

Help us keep UUFoM sustainable by following our recycling guidelines! Midland only picks up recycling once a month, so space is limited. Please remember: Midland Recycling Guidelines Thank you for doing your part to keep our fellowship eco-friendly!

3/2/2025 – No One Should Grieve Alone

Join us as we talk about navigating grief as children through adulthood. In times of loss, the power of connection becomes essential for people of all ages. Gabby Gauthier, from The Children’s Grief Center, will discuss offering a safe space, listening with empathy, and sharing moments of understanding to ensure that no one grieves alone.

2/23/2025 – Serve No Master But …

This service was inspired by political officials serving their own or others’ interests instead of the Constitution, which they took an oath to support, protect, and defend. To whom or what do we pledge ourselves, and how does that change over time? Led by Rev. Eric Severson.