The May 2013 GNUUS (Gwinnett News for Unitarian Universalists) is available.  If you'd like to be added to the distribution list, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Printed copies are available on the bulletin board at UUCG.

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At our congregation's Town Hall meeting on Sunday, March 24, Rev. Taddeo presented information about "The Big Idea" for how we might transform the way we integrate all the facets of congregational life, especially Worship and Religious Exploration. This idea builds on the success of the Second Sunday, Second Hour program and will expand this format to other Sundays over the next year. The response was overwhelmingly positive to gradually transition to this new model of offering multigenerational worship followed by a selection of multi-age, multi-generational activities and classes over the next several months. This model will invite more people of all ages to engage in activities that are meaningful and make the best use of the many talents, interests, religious perspectives, and passions of our members and friends. This model will help all of us to live our Unitarian Universalist values more fully, deepen our understanding of Unitarian Universalism, and increase our comfort in sharing this faith tradition we have found so rewarding. If this program goes well, it could be in full swing by September 2014.

To see the slides from the Rev. Taddeo's presentation, visit http://www.uucg.org/attachments/article/344/Town%20Hall%20032413%20Big%20Idea.pdf. If you have questions or suggestions, please contact Rev. Taddeo at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Request for Summer Indoor & Outdoor Project Assistants
After many of our summer services, we will be working on various projects inside and outside of the church. These will involve working on a making our grounds more accessible and creating more spaces for people to enjoy our beautiful property. Inside projects will include ways of making our spaces more earth-friendly and encouraging earth-friendly practices such as establishing recycling and composting systems and creating reusable "Fun Bags" for worship services.   Sign-up to helpat http://form.jotform.us/form/31364769247160.

UUCG provides a weekly e-newsletter each Friday so subscribers can learn about UUCG programs and events.  Subscribers may also receive occasional special announcements.   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit UUCG and check the box on a Visitor Information Card.   Printed versions of the monthly newsletter (the GNUUS - Gwinnett News for Unitarian Universalists) and quarterly program guide are mailed by request, or pick-up printed copies from the bulletin board in the foyer, or download from the website.

Thanks to all who participated in the November Town Hall and December 2 Congregational Meeting to review and adopt the 2013 budget.   Printed copies of the approved budget are on the board's bulletin board or download the 2013 Approved Budget.pdf

Annual Auction Raises $12,400 for UUCG

The FABULOUS FIFTIES Auction on April 20th was "the best sock hop in Gwinnett." The food was delicious, the band got folks of all ages to rock and roll, and the kids crafted wonderful terra cotta planters, piggy banks, bird feeders, and picture frames, items which were auctioned off. Thanks to the generous support of donors, sponsors, supporters, bidders, and volunteers, this was a very successful event.

Participants acquired many beautiful items and bid on--or signed up for--parties, services, and classes. But for those who were unable to attend the Auction, there is still an opportunity to bid for some items. Visit the post-Auction online sale at:  http://form.jotform.us/form/31204875254149  Details are in the Auction Catalog.   please keep in mind that this Auction is the biggest fundraiser of the year. The funds raised are an integral part of our annual budget. You may have missed the fun of Auction Night, but you can still bring us closer to the goal of $15,000 by making a monetary donation in any amount that's comfortable for you.