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MAY 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 Kai Pilger from Pexels
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Consider an Endowment Pledge
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ASJ Monthly Collection – May 17
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May Day, 2026. Workers Over Billionaires, a National Day of Action
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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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May Soul Matters Theme: Awakening Curiosity
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Passage from Soul Matters May 2026 Theme: Welcome to Awakening
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Curiosity UU minister, Victoria Safford, speaks of curiosity using the metaphor of perception and sight. She writes: “To see, simply to look and to see, is an ethical act and intentional choice; to see, with open eyes, is a spiritual practice and thus a risk, for it can open you …
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Consider an Endowment Pledge
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The WUUC Endowment Fund is an investment in the long-term health of WUUC and can serve many significant purposes: a source for short-term funding of an activity WUUC would not be able to fund otherwise, or a means to take advantage of unusual major opportunities for growth or service, or even as a source of financial backup in case of major emergency. Consider making an endowment pledge commitment as part of your estate planning or as a one-time donation. Learn more at wuuc.org/endow.
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OWL Volunteers Needed!
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We are excited to partner with Northlake UU Church in the fall to offer OWL (Our Whole Lives) classes for children potentially in K-1st grade and 4th, 5th, and 6th grade. OWL is a comprehensive lifespan sexuality education program that provides accurate, developmentally appropriate information on a range of topics including relationships, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, and sexual health. We are in need of volunteers to help facilitate these important classes. Comprehensive training for facilitators is provided and required. You can learn more about OWL and the facilitator training requirements at the link here: https://www.uua.org/lifespan/owl. Please reach out to KatieCYF@wuuc.org if you are interested in serving as an OWL facilitator or have any questions.
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May ASJ Monthly Collection
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NAMI Eastside works to improve the quality of life for those affected by mental illness by shining a light on the realities that those living with mental illness face every day. NAMI Eastside is a grassroots non-profit organization, part of the national NAMI organization, and an affiliate of NAMI Washington. The mission of NAMI Eastside is to provide advocacy, education, support, and public awareness so that all people impacted by mental illness and mental health conditions can lead healthy and productive lives.
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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 (May 17th). 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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May Day, 2026. Workers Over Billionaires, a National Day of Action – Friday, May 1
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WUUC Defend Democracy urges you to take action to demand our nation put workers over billionaires this May Day, Friday May 1, by refusing business as usual: No School. No Work. No Shopping.
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May 1st is International Workers’ Day—a day for workers across the world to celebrate the fight for labor rights.
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This year, we’re not just celebrating. We’re protesting too. We’re shutting down the economy to make the billionaires and wealthy corporations that are profiting off of mass deportations and attacks on our democracy feel the economic pain workers feel every day.
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Our Demands for May 1st – Tax the rich so our families, not their fortunes, come first. – No ICE. No war. No private army serving unchecked federal power. – Expand democracy, not corporate power. Hands off our vote.
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Women’s Retreat
– Friday, May 1 – Sunday, May 3
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![Women's Retreat [os]](https://wuuc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Womens-Retreat-flyer-pdf.jpg)
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Women of WUUC, come and join the party! The retreat is an opportunity for all women (cis, trans, nonbinary, gender fluid) who are at least 18 years old to gather. We communicate about the womens retreat via e-mail at women@wuuc.org. Please make sure you are signed up to receive e-mails there by contacting office@wuuc.org.
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Music Circle – Saturday, May 2
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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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Super Seniors Potluck – Wednesday, May 6
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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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GEN XYZ Night – Saturday, May 9
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An opportunity for pre-retirement age adults to get together to socialize on Saturday, April 18 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Our next Gen XYZ Night will be Saturday, May 9th from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the church. This event is a casual get-together for pre-retirement age adults and their families. We will play board games and enjoy some food together. Look out for an email sign-up soon!
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Monday Morning Sister Circle – May 11
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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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Office Closed – May 13 through May 20
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The office will be closed from Wednesday, May 13 through May 20. Building use and weekly events will continue.
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Please coordinate ahead of time with office@wuuc.org if you need support in the office during this period.
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Euchre (Card Game) – Friday, May 15
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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 Supper – Saturday, May 16
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Circle Supper will be hosted by Pamela and Chris Denchfield on Saturday, May 16 at 6:00 p.m. Circle Supper’s are potlucks held at a different community member’s house each month. Find the link to the signup sheet sent out via the announce email list or email tevina.flood@gmail.com. Anyone who wants to attend can put their name down along with their dietary preferences and what they are bringing. If you’ve never been before keep reading…
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Estate Planning 101 – Sunday, May 17
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Sponsored by the WUUC Endowment committee – Sunday, May 17th from 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. in the library. This session will cover introductory concepts, do’s and dont’s, and how to incorporate charitable giving into your plans. Paul Doak is a Certified Financial Planner who has worked in the financial services business since 1996. He will cover:
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* Why create an estate (tax benefits for the beneficiaries)
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* Beneficiary designations on IRA’s and life insurance
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* Tax implications of gifting
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* Donor Advised Funds with their own investment allocations
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All-Ages Drum Circle – Sunday, May 17
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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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Harmony for Hope – Sunday, May 17
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Harmony for Hope is back to bring world-class chamber music for a good cause, right here in our own beautiful space! Half of the proceeds of this concert will benefit Entre Hermanos, an agency that provides support and advocacy for LGBTQ+ Latinos. This agency is where Janet Putnam’s daughter Kelsey practices immigration law and will be there to discuss the important work Entre Hermanos does. Join us on Sunday, May 17 at 7:00 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Janet Putnam at oboejanet@gmail.com.
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Nonfiction Book Club – Friday, May 22
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Hello Readers! Please join the WUUC Nonfiction Book Club for a discussion of “Yellow Bird” by Sierra Crane Murdoch on Friday, May 22 at 6:00 p.m. 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 recommend a future read, please reach out to Stephanie Young (stephlkings@gmail.com)
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Men’s Breakfast – Saturday, May 23
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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, May 24
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A potluck in the sanctuary on the 4th Sunday of each month after Sunday service.
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Poetry Group – Sunday, May 24
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Our group is open to anyone who is curious about poetry. We will be switching to a new time starting in our April meeting. Now meeting on the 4th Sundays of the month, including Sunday, May 24 after the service/potluck at 12:30 p.m. For more information, contact Pamela Denchfield (pdenchfield@yahoo.com).
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Golden Girls Lunch – Thursday, May 28
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– Stephana Ditzler
All ladies are cordially invited to join the Golden Girls Thursday, May 28th, 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. Question? e-mail me at ditzlers@gmail.com.
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Looking forward to seeing you all!
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Town Hall – Sunday, May 31
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To Present Budget and Nominees for Elected Positions for the 2026-2027 church year.
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Walking WUUCies – Sunday, May 31
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A monthly hiking/walking group at WUUC without rough terrain or serious altitude changes. We will take turns determining who plans where we go, come have fun getting out in nature with fellow WUUCs! Our next walk will be on Sunday, May 31st after the Town Hall. You can see details in the sign-up sheet at the event on our website calendar at: wuuc.org/calendar.
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Flash Stance – Sunday, May 31
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East Shore Unitarian Church’s Black Lives Matter Flash Stance is held every Sunday at rotating locations on the eastside. Every 5th Sunday of the month), it will be held in downtown Woodinville, on the corner of 175th and Garden in front of Jamba Juice. Show your support by joining them!
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Youth Group – Sunday, May 31
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Senior Youth Group will meet from 5:30pm- 7:00pm on the 5th Sunday of this month due to the Memorial Day holiday. We will continue our D&D campaign, and we welcome all 8th-12th graders who would like to join! We will meet in the Library and serve pizza and snacks. We are a small group, so there will be an RSVP email closer to time to make sure we have enough participants. Look out for an email towards the middle of the month.
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We are also looking for another adult volunteer to serve as a backup leader who could come help out occasionally if needed. Please reach out to KatieCYF@wuuc.org if you are interested!
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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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MAY BIRTHDAYS!
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We get the list Birthdays 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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Chuck Hanna-Myrick – May 11
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5/3 – Part II: Doubt
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Last week, we considered what Faith might look like for Unitarian Universalists. This week, we follow up with an exploration of Doubt. While often seen as a negative, doubt can be a gift that helps us grow. Let’s look for the ways that doubt is showing up in our lives, and consider what we might do with it.
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Meeting ID: 940 3686 1969
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For audio only, call: 253-215-8782
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5/10 – Flower Communion
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Come take part in a beloved tradition in Unitarian Universalism: The Flower Communion (also called the Flower Ceremony). Bring a flower to this intergenerational service that celebrates the beauty of community.
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Meeting ID: 940 3686 1969
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For audio only, call: 253-215-8782
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5/17 – A Case for Small Ministries (or, Don’t Try to Change the World)
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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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5/24 – TBD
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Meeting ID: 940 3686 1969
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For audio only, call: 253-215-8782
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5/31 – Reflections on Wisdom From Our Super Seniors
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WUUC’s Super Seniors Group (made up of members 77+ years of age) will offer insights, and perhaps some wisdom, about life, which they have gained over their long lives. In particular, they will focus on suggestions for living out Unitarian Universalist values and avoiding gloom.
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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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