Ways to Volunteer
Religious Education Teachers and Helpers
Activity: RE Teachers and Helpers
Date: On-going/Year Round
Time: Sunday morning
Location: UUCR classrooms
Ages: children to teen
Maximum: unlimited
Contact: Suzanne Carrillo
Phone: 301-424-1795
Description:
Like to teach and work with children? Look no further! The Children and Youth RE program is always looking for individuals to volunteer in the classroom. Teaching materials are provided as well as an orientation. We currently have a critical need in the Sr. High Class and the nursery. Have questions? Call!
Religious Education Committee
Activity: RE Committee
Date: June 2007
Time: 7:30 p.m. third Tuesday of the Month
Location: UUCR meeting room
Ages: Adult/Teen
Maximum: 4
Contact: Suzanne Carrillo
Phone: 301-424-1795
Description:
The RE Committee is recruiting volunteers to provide leadership, direction and guidance to the church RE programs for youth and children. The Committee members serve a three year term. The Committee currently has two members who may leave in June. We would also like to have a youth member. If you think you are interested, please contact me. I look forward to hearing from you!
UUCR Retreat Coordinator
Activity: UUCR Retreat Coordinator
Date: through fall 2007
Ages: adult
Maximum: 3
Contact: Jill Asman
Phone: (301) 340-9243
Description:
The UUCR retreat is a highlight of the church year with hikes, games, relaxing, fellowship, and great food. Building on last years' successful retreat, the retreat coordinator will organize the event along with a dedicated group of volunteers. Fun and fulfillment guaranteed!
All Ages Potluck Chair
Activity: All Ages Potluck Chair
Date: ongoing
Ages: adult
Maximum: 1
Contact: Allison Cox
Description:
The All Ages Potluck Chair organizes a monthly event that brings our entire church community together. Here’s what the job entails: Plan the dates with help/advice from Deborah/RE, Beth Irikura/Senior High and others. Plan fun intergenerational activities. Some past activities include Valentine making, sing-a-long, game and puzzle event, cooperative games. Prepare short articles for Quest announcing the potlucks. Prepare announcements for the Order of Service Ask the office to send out OOS announcement as an all church email during the week before the potluck. Coordinate with the office about the room set up. Purchase a few groceries. Set up the room. After the event, recruit people to help clean up! Go home, proud that you’ve put on an event for all of UUCR.
Oral History Project Coordinator
Activity: Oral History Project Coordinator
Date: ongoing
Location: TBD
Ages: adult
Maximum: 1
Contact: Jill Asman
Phone: 301-340-9243
Description:
UUCR has a rich and wonderful history. The Oral History Project Coordinator will work with a small group of volunteers to record memories of our members. There are plenty of resources available; we just need somebody to organize the effort!
UU Service Committee Representative
Activity: UU Service Committee Representative
Date: ongoing, October through December annually
Ages: adult
Maximum: 1 - 2
Contact: Mary Lanigan
Phone: 301 972 5442
Description:
The UUCR UUSC rep can be a low-level effort or it can be high-level one; it is up to the rep. The Unitarian Universalist Service Committee (UUSC) was founded over 60 years ago. It advances human rights and social justice around the world partnering with local grassroots organizations in four program areas. UUSC stands with these communities to confront unjust power structures and to challenge oppressive policies. Program areas: advancing economic justice; defending civil liberties and access to democratic processes; promoting environmental justice; protecting rights in humanitarian crises. The primary UUSC activities are the annual Guest At Your Table program conducted at Thanksgiving and the sale of UUSC holiday cards. Families and children learn about international social justice issues by hosting and feeding a “Guest At Your Table” box at their dinner table for a month. Those who donate $40 or more become members; approximately 13% of UUCR members and friends are members. Several UUCR members have participated in UUSC-sponsored Stop Torture Permanently Campaign events. Go to uusc.org for more information.
Desktop Publisher
Activity: Quest - desktop publisher
Date: Ongoing - once per 6 weeks or so
Location: Your computer
Ages: Adult
Contact: Beth Irikura
Phone: 301-330-2228
Description:
If you know Pagemaker or would like to learn, we will train you to desktop publish Quest. There's already a template for it!
Senior High R.E. Helper
Activity: Senior High R.E. helper
Date: Sunday mornings
Time: 10-11:15
Location: Senior High Room
Ages: Adult
Contact: Beth Irikura
Phone: 301-330-2228
Description:
Come help with the Senior High class on Sunday mornings. Mainly this involves helping to keep the discussion on topic. Opportunities for attending beach retreat in the spring and other retreats throughout the year. They're great kids!
Denominational Connections Committee
Activity: Chair, Denominational Connections Committee
Date: ongoing
Time: TBD
Location: TBD
Ages: adult
Maximum: 1
Contact: Karen Malley
Description:
This committee keeps the congregation informed of denominational resources and affairs at the local, regional, and national level, and facilitates participation of the congregation in these affairs. This job is a great way to learn more about Unitarian Universalism. The chair's job is to schedule and facilitate monthly meetings and lead the implementation of the committee's mission. The committee monitors national and district monthly e-newsletters, organizes delegations to the UUA General Assembly and district conferences, routes email from the local UU association to UUCR church leaders, and disseminates information about current UU events, issues, and training opportunities.
Volunteer Support
Activity: Volunteer Support
Date: One Sunday a month
Time: 11am - 11:45 am
Location: UUCR Fellowship Hall
Ages: adult
Maximum: 2
Contact: Irene Eckstrand
Phone: 301-340-3133
Description: The Volunteer Coordination Team helps members and friends find volunteer opportunities at UUCR. Every Sunday at coffee hour, the team will have a table in the Fellowship Hall to inform folks about volunteer opportunities. If you like to meet people and spread the word about UUCR's many volunteer activities, this may be the job for you!
Posted: 10/3/2006
Worship Committee
Activity: Worship Committee
Date: Ongoing
Time: Third Tuesday of each month - 7:30 PM
Location: UUCR
Ages: Adult
Maximum: 2-3
Contact: Steve Eckstrand
Phone: 301-340-3133
Description:
Work with other committee members and our minister to make Sunday services a meaningful, spiritual experience; participate in or organize lay led services (1 per month); help with the arrangements for Sunday services.
Posted: 11/17/2006
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