Beloved spiritual companions, Each week, at the beginning of worship, a flaming chalice will be lit by Unitarians,Universalists, and Unitarian Universalists around the country and even around theworld. It is one symbol of our living tradition that connects all of our churches,congregations, and communities no matter where they are. These days, it is not lost … Continue reading Community Connections for Immigrant Rights
After a much longer hiatus than we planned our popular series for newcomers returns Sunday, July 20th after the service. We have reduced the nine sessions down to just four sessions that can be taken in any order that works for you. Sessions will meet 15 minutes after the service ends for 90 minutes. Lunch … Continue reading Faith Forward Inquirers Returns
On Saturday, July 19 from 6:30 to 9:30 pm at Tree of Life UU Congregation, 5603 Bull Valley Road in McHenry for Karaoke for Campers, an evening of songs and fun celebrating the International Day of Karaoke to raising funds for supplies for Compassion for Campers. Compassion for Campers (C4C), is Tree of Life’s signature … Continue reading Tree of Life UU Congregation Hosts Karaoke for Campers
Saturday, June 28, 2025, 9am-2pm (no early birds, please) The Tree of Life Rummage & Plant Sale is coming up on Saturday, June 28 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Plant Sale will be held outside the church entrance and will feature a range of plants for just $7 each. Plants will include perennial … Continue reading Rummage and Plant Sale 2025
A workshop for congregations, clergy, and lay leaders of all faiths Sunday June 1 3pm-6pm First United Methodist Church of McHenry 3717 Main Street, McHenry, IL (Please arrive 5-10 minutes early so we can start on time) More information in the flyer below.
Every year during May, the McHenry County Department of Health partners with local organizations for “Operation Dropbox,” collecting donations for Veterans Path to Hope to support veterans in McHenry County. About 3,000 veterans and families benefit from this drive. This year, Tree of Life is a Dropbox site! Help us fill the box. · Canned Goods Progresso and … Continue reading Operation Dropbox at Tree of Life
C4C (Compassion for Campers) is at Community Resource Days at Willow Crystal Lake, 100 South Main Street on the first and third Friday of every month from 10 am to 2 pm. C4C is one of over 25 agencies at Willow. Our next distribution is Friday, May 18 and then on Friday, June 6. Please … Continue reading Support Compassion for Campers (and Jail Brakers) at Ride to Leave a Light On
Our dear, long-time member, Don Beyer, husband of Judy Beyer, passed away Thursday morning with Judy and his daughter Melanie by his side. Don was our organist and instrumental in raising money for the organ back in our building in Woodstock. His gift of music and good humor will be missed by the entire McHenry … Continue reading Sad News
We are looking for a Part-time Church Administrator for 12-14 hours/week. Position title: Part-time Church Administrator Location:Tree of Life Unitarian Congregation 5603 Bull Valley Road; McHenry, IL Hours:Approximately 12-14 hours / week;10am – 2pm on three – four days per week with some flexibility. Pay: $18 / hour Job Description:This position provides administrative support for … Continue reading We are Hiring!
We will be offering the course, Transgender Inclusion in Congregations, again this spring. This in-depth program is for individuals and groups who want to take their knowledge and skills to the next level in terms of trans identity and how to build congregations that are fully inclusive and affirming of the full breadth of gender diversity. Over six sessions … Continue reading Transgender Inclusion in Congregations returns! Registration now open!
