Exploring Soul Matters and Growing Community at Tree of Life Within UU congregations, the “small group ministry” is a widely accepted format for adult programs. Sometimes the groups are known by the name of the curriculum being used, but often the name “chalice circle” is chosen because the chalice is the UU … Continue reading Exploring Soul Matters
The finalized copy of the Service Auction offerings is here and it has new offerings! Been dreaming of a fun and relaxing vacation on a lake? Dinner at 1776? A rejuvenating massage? A shopping spree at Macy’s? You will find it at the service auction and so much more. CLICK HERE to plan your bidding … Continue reading Service Auction 2017 Booklet Finalized
The annual WACM coat drive is here and Tree of Life is a collection point. Bring your GENTLY USED cold weather gear to those who need some warmth this winter. Bring all donations to church by Sunday November 5th for the Annual Coat Drive. Children * Men * Women Coats, Jackets, Vests, Thermal Underwear, Boots, … Continue reading Share the Warmth
The Madaus family and the Broussard family will be hosting a potluck Thanksgiving Celebration Dinner on Thanksgiving Day at the church. We will gather from 2-4pm at the church and will plan to eat at 4pm. Please bring a dish to pass (turkey will be provided!). A sign up sheet will be available in November … Continue reading Community Thanksgiving Dinner
The Word Players, the new Reader’s theater company at the Tree of Life Unitarian Universalist Congregation in McHenry has announced the cast for its upcoming presentation of the acclaimed play Chatting With the Tea Party by Rich Orloff on Friday, November 10, at 7 pm at the church, 5603 Bull Valley Road in McHenry. Sue … Continue reading Cast Announced for the Word Players Reader’s Theater Chatting With the Tea Party
Sunday November 5, 2017 10:45am Dr. Timothy Hayes Dr. Hayes will differentiate between Forgiveness and Pardoning; Talk about some keys aspects of Trust; and describe the critical role of Perception in both Forgiveness and Trust. With a clear understanding of these three concepts, a person can take better control of their part in relationships, with … Continue reading Trust, Forgiveness, and Perception: Important Aspects of these Three Keys to Healthy Relationships
Auction 2017 Salute to Vets…and ALL Who Resist Saturday November 4, 2017 6pm With veteran’s Day just one week after our auction, we are saluting and honoring Vets and all people who resist injustices of all kinds. Ten percent of the proceeds from this auction will go directly to TLS Veterans in McHenry County. What … Continue reading Everything you need to know for Service Auction 2017
Sunday October 29, 2017 10:45am Sam Jones and Religious Education A Stone Soup Service. We all have something to share, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant. When we each come together in community to share our gifts, we find that something new and oftentimes wonderful is created as a result. Join us as we … Continue reading Stone Soup
Due to an attack on our website, we are re-posting Susan Metivier’s Obituary. We apologize that previous online condolences left for her family have been lost. SUSAN LOUISE METIVIER Born May 3, 1947, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Died October 11, 2017, in Crystal Lake, Illinois. Susan Louise Metivier (née Hall). Daughter of Robert H. Hall and … Continue reading Celebrating Sue Metivier’s Life
Sunday October 8, 2017 10:45am Patrick Kerin Courage which pushes us to act always starts us on a journey. Courage can come from many directions and usually we can’t anticipate where it will take us but indeed, the stories and details of the unfolding journey itself are where we find the wisdom to live life … Continue reading A Journey to Wisdom
