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JULY 2026 WUUC NEWSLETTER
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A Chalice Challenge: Find the chalice hidden inside one of the articles in this newsletter. Click on it, record your name on the resulting Google doc, and you will be entered to win a special little gift from Rev. Dan Lillie.
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Photo by Boris Pavlikovsky from Pexels
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June 2026 Pop-Up Blood Drive Success
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July Special Monthly Collection
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Starting Point Small Group
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Monday Morning Sister Circle
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Continuing Zoom & Hybrid Events
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Online Feedback & Suggestion Form
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Got comments on or questions about this newsletter? Please email office@wuuc.org
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Photo by Raman Yv from Pexels
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New Member Bios July 2026
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We’ve been welcoming new members to our church community. The June, July and August newsletters will feature bios from our new members so our community can read and welcome these wonderful people to WUUC.
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This newsletter will feature bios from Mark Rainey, Karen and John Somerville, and Becka Cormier. The June Newsletter featured bios from Alexis Green, Carol Zumbrunnen and Dave Tauscheck, Andy Rosen and Elizabeth Gray. The August Newseltter will feature bios from Ryn and Drew Romanyk (and Alina), Rae Shepherd, and Annette and Dale Lowey. If you don’t want to wait for future editions you can see everyones bio at this linked document.
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Successful June 2026 Pop-Up Blood Drive
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Submitted by Dewey Millar – coordinator of Blood Drives at WUUC
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Below are the results from the June Blood Drive WUUC hosted – it had a great turnout of donors. Those last 2 days always have a bit of a drop off but we still got a lot of faces in the door.
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Thank you for your efforts in supporting the Woodinville Unitarian Universalist Church Blood Drive and helping to boost local blood supplies for our community. We hope this experience was rewarding for you and made it easy to participate. Registration numbers are below!
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Monday 6/15: 31 registered donors, 25 units collected, 3 first time donors
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Tuesday 6/16: 23registered donors, 19 units collected
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Wednesday 6/17: 15 registered donors, 12 units collected
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The culture of giving that you are creating is fantastic – THANK YOU! One of the main reasons people don’t donate blood is because they haven’t been asked, so together, we are changing that. Your donations will help patients all throughout the Pacific Northwest, like this recent recipient: “Our daughter underwent a spinal fusion surgery and needed a transfusion post-surgery. Thanks to you she’s doing much better! We appreciate your effort in donating. It makes a difference!”.
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We couldn’t fulfill our mission without people like you – thank you for taking the time to participate.
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Thanks for continuing to get the word out and recruit those donors!!
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Office Closed – Saturday, July 11 through Monday, July 20
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The office will be closed from Saturday, July 11 through Monday, July 20.
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If you are planning an event during this time and need extra support please plan ahead to coordinate with staff.
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July Special Collection
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Arms Around You is a Nonprofit Reentry Resource and Referrals program that serves formerly incarcerated individuals coming out of correctional facilities, the homeless community, victims of domestic violence and substance abuse. Arms Around You (AAY) will provide innovative personal development driven reentry programs and resources designed to increase public safety and reduce recidivism by helping the most vulnerable people become self-sufficient, productive, contributing members of their communities utilizing strategic development and coordination of pre- and post-release reentry services; such as, employment training, substance abuse treatment, mental health support, transitional housing, mentoring, family reunification and improved community supervision.
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The ASJ Committee thanks WUUC members and friends for their generous support of our monthly special collections, which take place during services on the third Sunday of every month (July 19th). Instructions for giving are posted during the service, and you can also donate anytime at onrealm.org/wuuc/-/give/now, or by sending a check to WUUC at P.O. Box 111, Woodinville, WA 98072. Please make checks out to WUUC and write “ASJ Special Collection” in the notes. Visit wuuc.org/collection.
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Super Seniors Potluck – Wednesday July 1
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Super Seniors is a group for WUUCs age 77 and above. We meet every first Wednesday of the month for a potluck at 12:00 p.m. at the church. If you meet the age criteria we would love for you to join us for good food and good chatting. Questions? Contact Dottie Simpson at dottie9212@gmail.com
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Starting Point Small Group (l)
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Our short-term small group about all things UU and WUUC is starting in July.
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The starting point is going to be 4 weeks – the 1st, 2nd, 4th, and 5th Wednesdays in July, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Format is hybrid. It will feature rich discussion and a chance to understand not just WUUC and UUism, but also how small groups in our congregation are run. You can sign up and find details here. Contact Kate with Questions: katherinef@gmail.com
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Music Circle – Saturday, July 4
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Music Circle will be held on the first Saturday of every month at 1:00 p.m. in Ditzler Hall. You are invited to bring your voice, your drums, your guitars or whatever instruments you want for impromptu music making. Bring music if you want, or just jump in any way you can and have some fun with music-minded WUUC folk.
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Please note there will not be a Music Circle in August.
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Monday Morning Sister Circle – July 13
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– Dottie Simpson
Monday Morning Sister Circle is a WUUC group which has met every second Monday from 10:00 – 12:00 p.m. We are a group of women who meet in the WUUC Library to discuss a person of interest or an essay every month. We have recently discussed women philosophers, women of action, NPR essays, spiritual essays, etc. The group is open to any woman at WUUC and we would love to have any interested woman join us. If you have any questions/would like to join Contact Dottie at <dottie9212@gmail.com>.
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Euchre (Card Game) – Friday, July 17
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We have a regular monthly Euchre night at WUUC. It will be the third Friday of each month from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. in Ditzler Hall.
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Newbies are welcome! It’s an easy card game to learn and we’re here to help. Lead by John Hartman
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Circle Lunch – Saturday, July 18
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Circle Supper is turning into Circle Lunch! Sign up now for Circle Supper to be hosted by Cora and David Goss-Grubbs on Saturday, July 18 at noon. Find the link to the signup sheet sent out via the announce email list or email tevina.flood@gmail.com. If you’ve never been before keep reading…
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All-Ages Drum Circle – Sunday, July 19
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Come at 12:00 p.m. on the 3rd Sunday of the month and get into the flow of some seriously joyful rhythm-making in the Sanctuary. A variety of hand drums will be provided, but you are beyond welcome to bring your own. There will also be small percussion provided—shakers, tambourines, even a cowbell. You needn’t have drummed before! More info? Contact Barbara Brachtl.
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WUUC Annual Campout
– Thursday, July 23 – Sunday, 26
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The campout is the longest-running activity at WUUC. It’s a great weekend getaway, for people and families of all stripes, and includes campfires, a potluck, book discussion, games, hikes, music, swimming, beach walks, and of course lots of informal hang-out time with your WUUC campers, in one of the most beautiful state parks in Washington.
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For updates make sure you are on the WUUC “Camping” email list.
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Men’s Breakfast – Saturday, July 25
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– Brad Hull
Men of all ages gather to converse and eat breakfast on the fourth Saturday, at 8:30 a.m. at the Hagen’s Supermarket in Woodinville. Eat breakfast, drink coffee, talk about guy stuff. It’s the most fun you can have on a cold, wet Saturday morning.
Information/RSVP: Brad Hull, bkhull@gmail.com
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Post-Service Potluck – Sunday, July 25
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A potluck in the sanctuary on the 4th Sunday of each month after Sunday service.
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The Floods normally host this but they are out of town this month – Luckily the Porters have stepped up to help. Please help them out in hosting by contributing food and helping setup/cleanup.
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Golden Girls Lunch – Thursday, July 30
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– Stephana Ditzler
All ladies are cordially invited to join the Golden Girls Thursday, July 30 the last Thursday of the month, for lunch and fine conversation at the Olive Garden. The address is 11325 NE 124th St., Kirkland. The time is 11:30. We will be eating together in a private room busily getting to know each other better. Watch for the RSVP request closer to the date. Questions?Email ditzlers@gmail.com Looking forward to seeing you all!
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Upcoming Events in Early August
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WUUC Church Calendaring – Wednesday, August 5
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We will be having our annual Church Calendaring Meeting on Wednesday, August 5 at 7 p.m. over Zoom to determine dates for the calendar for the 2026-2027 church year.
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Suggested Participants: Board Members, Ministry Leads, Committee Chairs, Team Leads, WUUC Minister & Staff, interested members/friends. If you wish to coordinate an event please email office@wuuc.org.
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WUUC Nonfiction Book Club – Friday, August 7
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Hello Readers! Please join the WUUC Nonfiction Book Club for a discussion of “Factfulness” by Hans Rosling on Friday, August 7, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Carol Taylor will host at her home in Woodinville. An RSVP will be sent out to the announce email list. We hope to see you there! If you have any questions or would like to If you have any questions or would like to recommend a future read, please reach out to Stephanie Young (stephlkings@gmail.com)
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Continuing Zoom & Hybrid Events
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Dear WUUC, The pandemic has been hard on all of us. Engaging with our shared community is more important than ever. To that end, we encourage all folks who plan, develop, or coordinate WUUC events to carefully consider including people who may not be able to participate in person by offering hybrid or online options whenever possible. Training and/or help with setting up virtual/hybrid events is available. Please contact May Killorin, Office Administrator, for assistance.
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WUUC Online Feedback & Suggestion Form
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Dear Community, WUUC is committed to providing the best experience possible for all our congregation members, friends, and visitors. We encourage you to participate in our continuous improvement by submitting constructive suggestions regarding our church, our services, or even our website. Tell us your questions, comments, or concerns. Your feedback is a valuable part of our program. What can we do to grow and become a stronger and more welcoming faith community? Appreciation and positive feedback are also very valuable … What’s working well for you? What do you like about WUUC? Your suggestion will be reviewed promptly and considered for possible further action. You may use this link to submit your suggestion online. Anonymous feedback is permitted.
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Alternatively, you may send your suggestion in an email directly to the Board at board@wuuc.org. Thank you for your input.
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Numerous Zoom & in person meetings are held each week, including opportunities to grow our spirits and opportunities to connect for fun and entertainment. Please check the calendar link above for the schedule. Contact office@wuuc.org or your facilitator if you need the Zoom link to a meeting.
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JULY BIRTHDAYS!
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Our list of birthdays comes from the realm database. Please make sure your birthday is updated on the database so we don’t miss you. If you don’t want to display your birthday let May know by emailing office@wuuc.org.
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Emma Rockenbeck – July 12
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Hannah Jamieson – July 31
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7/5 – Practicing Citizenship – UU Perspectives on America’s 250th Anniversary
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By Jan Radoslovich and Defend Democracy Group
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As America celebrates 250 years since the proclamation of the Declaration of Independence, we have the unique opportunity to reflect on what it means to practice “citizenship” while rooted in our UU values and principles. America has a Bill of Rights to protect us from government interference. But should we also consider a Bill of Obligations – what citizens owe one another and our country to allow our democracy to endure and deliver what it can and should to its citizens?.
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Meeting ID: 940 3686 1969
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For audio only, call: 253-215-8782
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7/12 – Don’t Try to Change the World: A Case for Small Ministries (Take 2)
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Unitarian Universalists are deeply committed to the vision of a more just and loving world. But what often gets in the way, is our own lofty expectations. If we focus too much on the big things beyond our ability to change, we set ourselves up for disappointment and burnout. But if we focus our efforts to be in closer proximity to us, we have a greater chance at making an impact.
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Meeting ID: 940 3686 1969
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For audio only, call: 253-215-8782
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7/19 – Jubilant Sounds!
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Music has a way of bringing us all together and this Sunday service is all about celebrating that connection. Join us for “Jubilant Sounds!”, a joyful celebration of the music that enriches our community with a wide variety of musical offerings. An entire service of music not to be missed!
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Meeting ID: 940 3686 1969
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For audio only, call: 253-215-8782
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7/26 – Pope Leo’s Messages: What Can UUs Learn From Them?
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Pope Leo’s messages of building bridges rather than building walls is being widely and well received by religions all over the world. How are these messages consistent with UU values and what do we have to learn from how he conveys them?
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Meeting ID: 940 3686 1969
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For audio only, call: 253-215-8782
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WUUC Facebook and SoundCloud Accounts
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