Our annual Parking Lot Rummage Sale is Saturday, September 12 from 9:00 am to 1:00. We need your donations. Sales of all items benefit the UUFC. We also need volunteers to post flyers in Corvallis, Albany, and Philomath, work at the cashiers table, and set up and take down the tables and chairs. Fill out the Sign Up Genius form to volunteer.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0444AEA72DA7F4CE9-64895823-uufc
This year we will have a Sunday worship service on September 6, the day before Labor Day. We have traditionally not held a worship service the day before Labor Day, but this year we’re trying something new!
“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” – Mother Teresa
Together, we at the UUFC can make the ripples that touch many lives. It is through the Justice Council’s Global Partners Team that we take actions that can have a positive, worldwide effect. Come be a part. This month we will discuss a social event for the UUFC with an eye toward October.
The Global Partner Team will meet on Sunday 8/9 26 at 11:30 in the UUFC Library. Contact Team Lead, Heather E, for more information.
Registration for the 2026 UUFC Women’s Retreat is open! Please register by filling out the form at forms.gle/SJmvcftrZVraLS23A.
This year’s retreat will be at Camp Harlow in Eugene, OR from Oct. 2 – 4. Due to generous donations from prior participants, UUFC is able to subsidize the cost to attend. Please understand that prices may change in future years.
Early bird pricing is $150 (until August 17th). Regular pricing is $175, and Saturday Only pricing is $100. Partial and full scholarships are available.
Registration will close on September 7th – please register before then. Reach out to womensretreat@uucorvallis.org with questions.
Carpooling is encouraged, however, the Women’s Retreat team will not be organizing carpool assignments.
The organizers of the Women’s Retreat are looking for women to lead 50 minute workshops during the Women’s Retreat either Friday (Oct 2) or Saturday (Oct 3). We hope to be able to provide a variety of workshops for attendees. Please submit a proposal by filling out the form at forms.gle/kcuWysH9vXmwJk1q6. Submissions will be collected until August 24th.
Reach out to womensretreat@uucorvallis.org with questions.
Our August Monthly Outreach Offering will support Side with Love.
Side With Love is the organizing strategy team of the Unitarian Universalist Association.
They harness the power of love to confront oppression and build a world where all people can thrive.
Through organizing, leadership development, political education, and collective action, they equip Unitarian Universalists and aligned communities to take spiritually grounded, justice-driven action in this decisive moment.
Read more at sidewithlove.org.
The children and youth will be hosting their annual lemonade stand, once again benefitting the Heartland Humane Society!
WHEN? THIS Sunday August 2nd, directly after the service
WHERE? At the sheltered bench between the parking lot and the sanctuary
WHY? Because finding ways to support the orgs that support our town is important and fun!
HOW MUCH? However much you would like to contribute to the cause. No one will go home thirsty due to lack of funds.
HOW? Cash is preferred, though we hope to have the ability to receive donations by card this year. 🤞
Service learning is a valuable part of our RE program, and we appreciate your support! During our Easter egg hunt in the spring, participants voted on this year’s lemonade stand beneficiary, and the Humane Society was, unsurprisingly, chosen for a third year in a row. Our youth group has served there in-person many times, cleaning cages, feeding animals, sorting donations, and socializing the animals who call Heartland home. Our connection to their mission is strong and clear. We love to support those who support our fluffy neighbors!
Friday August 21 we will be offering International Flavors in the Social Hall. Two immigrant families will be offering meals typical of their home countries for you to purchase. You will pay the families directly. You can dine here or take the food to go. It’s an opportunity to try new foods, gather in community, and meet new neighbors.
If you can help with setup or cleanup, contact Nancy Kyle.
Friday, August 21, 2026 at 5:30 PM, on the Social Hall Porch and Patio.
All are invited to join The Democracy Action Team to write Letters for the Election, after the service this Sunday at 11:45 AM in the Library. Or earlier at 11:30 AM if the service finishes early.
Registration is now open for the UUFC Group Campout at Moonshine Park, September 10 – 13!
Come and join in fun and fellowship while camping at Moonshine Park in the coastal mountains, near Siletz, OR. Group Site B has been reserved with a limit of 50 people. Plans include group meals on Friday (picnic style) and Saturday (potluck) evening, time for hiking, swimming, exploring, building community, and much more. Bring your own tent, personal gear, and food. Come out for all or part of the event. More information will be available with registration confirmation.
Only tent camping is available on the site but small RVs (no hook-ups) are allowed in the site parking area. We are limited to 8 vehicles with the reservation and will be charged for any additional vehicles. A camper being pulled by a vehicle counts as two vehicles. So, carpools are encouraged!
Here is a link to the registration page:
https://uufc.breezechms.com/form/CampingSep2026
The registration fee for the whole weekend is $30 per person (a family with children rate will apply). Fees may be paid during the registration process or paid to the UUFC by check or cash. Please note “2026 Moonshine Park Campout” in the memo line (or on the envelop if paying in cash). If the name on the check is different from the participant, please note the participant(s) name. You may give your payment to Julie Halter or Nancy Gill at Sunday service or place your payment in the collection box in the foyer to the left of the sanctuary doors.