On Saturday, March 12, join us at 8 PM for an intimate and engaging evening with “Mustard’s Retreat”.

David Tamulevich and Michael Hough have been playing for over forty years and have delighted audiences in over 4,000 shows.  Musically, they are grounded in the early traditional 60s folk music, were influenced by the songwriters of that time, and their shows represent an eclectic blend of music, old and new, with a big dash of storytelling.

In their own words, “Each night is its own unique moment, unique audience. For us, that is the exciting thing, the magic: to craft a shared experience and leave people entertained and moved…and with moments and songs they will take away with them and remember, ponder, rediscover; hopefully for years to come.” Many of those moments are the result of their well-respected and broad body of original material, written both individually and together.

“We take our writing very seriously.” says Tamulevich, “No matter if it is a serious or humorous song. A song is a tool to communicate a feeling or a story, …to connect and find some common ground….and we want them to be as effective as we can make it.”

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the door.

The Master Plan Committee is beginning work on updating the UUCK Mission Statement.

We are seeking input  from as many church members as possible.

Here are a few inspirational ideas to spark your thinking:

• “Becoming the people the world needs.” Doug Muder
• “Freedom in religion. Wholeness in faith.” Steve Dick
• “Spiritual quest explores, finds many truths.” Anne Johnson
• “The bonding of caring human fellowship.” Kathy Nielssen
• “Finding inspiration. Living thoughtfully. Loving life.” Jane Brooks
• “Inherent worth and dignity of everyone.” First Principle of the UUA
• “Respecting the interdependent web of existence.” Seventh Principle of the UUA
• “Reason, mystery, integrity, a multi-dimensional faith.” Jo Lane
• “Love radically. Serve gratefully. Wonder daily.”  UU Planet
• “Seeds of grace sprouting love everywhere.” Sean Neil Baron
• “We are all each other’s gift.” Joe Cleveland
• “Love and justice bend the arc.” Cynthia Landrum
• “Inspiring lives of meaning and purpose” adapted from our current mission statement
• “Encourage curiosity, create peace and justice” adapted from our current mission statement
• “Reverence, gratitude and care for Earth” adapted from our current mission statement

Please submit your response by March 31.  Complete the form below or click on the link to provide your response to the following question:

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Or click here:  http://goo.gl/forms/CQZTkNG028

We are looking for a religious professional with experience in ministry with children and youth to join our team. The Unitarian Universalist Church of Kent is a thriving and growing religious community. We are hoping to find someone who is excited about the opportunities we can offer and who will work well with our current staff team.

Our religious education program requires 35 hours per week of professional leadership and support. We are open to staffing with one or two people and will assign job titles, responsibilities and compensation based on the experience, credentials and preferences of our top candidate(s). We are currently accepting applications from people who are interested in a half time position or more. Please indicate the scope of responsibility and the number of hours you are interested in applying for in your cover letter.

Salary will be negotiated in accord with the 2015 UUA Salary Recommendations for Geo Index 3. We also offer a competitive benefits package. We will begin reviewing applications March 1 and will accept applications until the position is filled. Cover letters and resumes should be sent to Rev. Melissa Carvill Ziemer at [email protected]

Applicants may wish to review a recent job description, which is subject to revision by the Search Team.  The job description is posted on our website at http://kentuu.org/2016/02/04/job-description-director-religious-education/.