June 22–A Playful Life
Studies show that the old saying, “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy,” is more true than we may have thought. Join us to explore the importance of play to our spiritual, physical, and emotional lives.
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June 15th–The Grasp of Your Hand
Sometimes we need an encouraging word, a hand to hold, or someone to tell us, “you can do it!” We will honor fathers and those who have been like fathers to us.
June 8th, 2014–Love Makes a Way!
For just over ten years the Tree of Life congregation has actively supported marriage equality in McHenry County (and beyond!) On Sunday, June 8th at 10:45 a.m. we will celebrate with the happy couples as they join their lives in LEGAL marriage. Rev. Sean will officiate and the service will be followed by a reception … Continue reading June 8th, 2014–Love Makes a Way!
Intern Insights: Leaving
I am down to the last few weeks of my internship with both Tree of Life, the congregation and Rev. Sean. This has been a wonderful experience for me and I have so many people to thank for helping me navigate through these last nine months. It is with great sadness that I will be … Continue reading Intern Insights: Leaving
From The Board: April Congregational Conversation
This month’s conversation was attended by approximately 20 people and covered these topics: Same sex wedding ceremony Rev. Sean announced that the service on June 8 would be devoted to a wedding ceremony for same sex couples. This is one joyous way we can act on our principles and provide a wonderful service for same … Continue reading From The Board: April Congregational Conversation
Intern Insights: Together as UUs
Last week I lost a very important person in my life. I was not the only one to suffer this loss. One of our sister churches lost their minister and the members of that congregation lost their leader and friend. Rev. Georgette Wonders had been the minister at Bradford Community Church UU in Kenosha, WI, … Continue reading Intern Insights: Together as UUs
Rummage Sale Information
Dear Members and Friends of Tree of Life, As our Rummage Sale draws near, the Rummage Queen has additional information for her subjects. First and foremost, it has been declared that 10% of the proceeds will be donated to WACM which has been struggling to meet the needs of families in the Woodstock area. Their … Continue reading Rummage Sale Information
Minister’s Mind: Commitment to Action
This month we continue our exploration of our Statement of Purpose with a focus on the next phrase: “Commitment to Action.” This is where the rubber hits the road; where ideals are made real; where what we believe begins to matter. Without a Commitment to Action, our values have little effect, to believe without doing … Continue reading Minister’s Mind: Commitment to Action
sUUmmer Camp
We at the Tree Of Life are pleased to be able to offer this wonderful summer camp program for the second year in a row for children and youth from Kindergarten to 8th grade (7th and 8th graders are “Junior Counselors”. You do not need to be a member to register, in fact, we encourage … Continue reading sUUmmer Camp
April 20–All Ages Easter
Join us for an all-ages service celebrating Easter, Spring, and the renewal of Hope. There will also be a canned food hunt (like an Easter Egg hunt, but with donated canned food) to benefit the local food pantry. Every child who participates will receive a prize!