Greetings Fellow Congregants,
In the last month, there have been several high profile resignations at the UUA, including that of President Peter Morales, amid controversy over hiring practices (see more here). Your board supported both the UUA’s request, and Reverend Sinkford’s willingness, that he serve … read more.
Greetings Fellow Congregants,
The word is out: we have a new Director of Music! On behalf of the Board, I would like to also thank Reverend Sinkford and the Music Director Search Advisory Committee for their diligent work. There were many qualified applicants to … read more.
In recent months, congregants have expressed concerns on several topics including: our church’s policy and decision-making processes, Dr. Keyes’ consultant report recommendations, Kate Lore’s departure, and our commitment to social justice. With the facilitation assistance of Fr. Jim Galluzzo of Portland’s Urban Spirituality Center, Board … read more.
During the 2015-2016 year the Communications Committee accomplished the following:
· Cleaned up and updated our webpage to be more current.
· Cleaned up and updated Board-related pages on the church’s webpage. Information during the year was more accurate and timely.
· Issued the annual Congregant Survey … read more.
This forum, attended by almost 200 congregants, had two parts: gathering input on the four 5-Year Church Goals adopted by the Board last spring; and a time for ‘open mic’ to listen to congregant concerns. All of the comments are here. The Board will … read more.
Facilitated by the Board during April 2016 (synthesis posted July 2016)
Our two Cafe Conversations held during April 2016 were a great success–thank you to all who attended. Approximately 40 congregants attended and shared their thoughts on transparency and the Church. We have shared all of … read more.
March 15, 2017
Greetings Fellow Congregants,
The word is out: we have a new Director of Music! On behalf of the Board, I would like to also thank Reverend Sinkford and the Music Director Search Advisory Committee for their diligent work. There were many qualified … read more.
During April and May, the Board undertook a review of the Church’s operation and administration. A review every three years using the perspective of outside experts or consultants is called for by the Board’s Governing Policies.
This year, in collaboration with the Executive Team, the Board … read more.
Total ballots received for the Board, Nominating Committee, Budget and Foundation Stewards: 448
Board of Trustees Candidates:
Alan Comnes 432
Matt Swafford 434
John Thompson 428
Leila Wrathall 429
Evie Zaic 433
Nominating Committee Candidates:
Linda Craig 432
Linda Hunter 438
Bethany Small 432
Operating Fund Budget
Yes: … read more.
