September Board News
UUA General Assembly: Since UUCB is so close to the UUA General Assembly in San Jose in June 2027, a one-year task force will help plan and encourage participation—especially among youth. Melissa Rosales will serve as the main contact.
Capital Projects: A five-year capital projects budget, updated each year, outlines UUCB’s priorities and funding needs. This year’s top projects are new A/V equipment for the Sanctuary and Fireside Room, sidewalk repairs, and improvements to the Social Hall, including doors, lighting, the stage curtain, and tables and chairs. Other projects may move forward as funding allows, including electrifying the Sanctuary and Music Room furnaces and upgrading the fire alarm system if the congregation approves using Board-designated endowment funds.
Freestone property: This church property in Sonoma County has been listed for sale through W Realty.
Bequest: In keeping with Joanne Wile’s expressed wishes, her bequest will become part of UUCB’s permanent endowment, with some annual investment earnings supporting the congregation for years to come.
Board vision focus: To clarify and strengthen its focus on visioning and policy-setting, the Board is reviewing which functions belong in committees that report directly to the Board, and which belong in a more direct relationship to the minister and other staff – while still fulfilling the Board’s general oversight role. Also underway is Board development of strategic planning to inspire and guide UUCB’s future.
Lunch: The Committee on Shared Ministry reported that, based on survey feedback about Sunday lunches, the menu and clean-up will be simplified except on special occasions – while still making room for conversation and connection.
Now Open: Fall 2026 Chalice Circle Registration
Fall Chalice Circles start soon! Chalice Circles are a fantastic way to really get to know other folks at UUCB. Sign up quickly to get the spot of your choice. You can read through our Chalice Circles page for more info or check out this link to see your options. You can sign up in person in the atrium any Sunday during the month of September. Or contact Natalie Campbell at to let her know which Chalice Circle you prefer. To find out more about what Chalice Circles are all about, continue reading below, OR refer to one of the purple and white brochures in the back of the pews, OR attend our Chalice Circle info session on September 13, 2026 after the service in the Fireside Room.
News from Our Partner Church in Homoródújfalu
This is the translation of the August 28, 2026 Facebook post from our Partner Church. They hosted a wonderful Youth Camp for a week. Do visit here to see the wonderful pictures they posted of all the activities.
Two weeks ago, the courtyard of the care home was alive with the sounds of children; the programs were in full swing, and we played, laughed, and took imaginary journeys around the world together. 🌍☀️ Now, in these final days of summer, it is heartwarming to look back on those beautiful, experience-filled days. As we browse the photos, everything we shared comes back to life before our eyes.
We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed—whether through support, hard work, or in any other way—to making such a meaningful and memorable week possible for our children.
We are deeply grateful for the support of the Homoródújfalu Várbükk Common Property Association, the Oklánd-Kishomoród Common Property Association, the Bethlen Gábor Foundation, the Gondviselés Relief Organization, and the Homoródújfalu Unitarian Congregation.
We thank the parents and our fellow villagers for standing by us with donations, assistance, delicious treats, and countless small acts of kindness.
Special thanks go to our volunteers, who dedicated their time, energy, and love to ensuring the children had a wonderful time and returned home with as many beautiful memories as possible.
We also thank everyone who contributed to the success of the camp in any way! Summer is slowly drawing to a close, but we hope the memories of these days will stay with us for a long time to come. 🤍✨
