Some choose and receive leading, visioning, and decision-making roles as they fulfill leadership responsibilities in the ministry of our church. Serving on the board, task forces, or committees as a leader extends involvement beyond personal interaction to the kind of ministry that strengthens our church. Newcomers are encouraged to think about what gifts they have to offer to the work of our church community.
Pastoral Care at UUCC exists to provide help and support to our members. This group strives to provide comfort and care to members who are home-bound, providing food or transportation to those who are ill, visiting people in the hospital, assisting each other through life transitions, helping with memorial services, generally keeping the minister aware of the pastoral needs of the church, and listening to friends. We provide meals, cards, home and hospital visits, care and assistance to anyone in need. If you or someone you know could benefit from these services, please contact Reverend Elizabeth Mount at 307-638-4554 or minister@uucheyenne.org.
The Building and Grounds Committee maintains and improves the church grounds, structures, and property. If you need more information or want to help, contact Phil Stump.
The Finance Committee is responsible for all financial matters concerning the church. If you need more information or want to help, contact the administrator for contact information.
Fundraising raises money for the church through special events and projects. They annually host the Service Auction, a fun evening open to the public, which offers many fun events and beautiful and delicious items to purchase. Most years, they also host a garage sale. They are always looking for help and new ideas to make money for the church while having fun!
The Fun and Fellowship Committee plans and arranges for church-wide social functions, coordinates coffee, tea, and refreshments after Sunday services, and assists with coordinating receptions after memorial services.
The Membership Committee is responsible for the enrollment of new members by providing for the registration of visitors and guests and by following up with those interested in membership. If you need more information or want to help, contact Camille Furtney at 307-631-9868.
The Worship Team plans and supports our Sunday services, which includes arranging for high-quality worship services when the Minister is not leading a service. If you or someone you know could benefit from these services, please contact Reverend Elizabeth Mount at 307-638-4554 or minister@uucheyenne.org.
Religious Education is responsible for the philosophy, content, and implementation of religious education programs for our children and youth. Click here to find out more about our Children and Youth Program or contact the administrator for contact information.
Meditation
Mindful Monday Meditation
For more information click here or contact Beth Howard.
Mindfulness practice in the Plum Village tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh: sitting and walking meditation, mindful tea, and discussion. Meets the first Monday of every month from 6-8 PM in Room 5, upstairs.
Bird & Bell Meditation Group
For more information click here or contact Gene Heater.
Leadership Development, appointed by the Board, is a team whose focus is on developing the leadership qualities of all members. While the LDT does a) recruit members for elected leadership, and b) recruits team members for committees of the Board, the LDT also runs workshops for church leaders and all members at various points in the year and meets year-round.
The Social Justice Taskforce wants UUCC to be a force in the community, both as a place where community events happen and as a congregation that is involved in justice work.
COMEA House Dinners serves dinner in support of the COMEA shelter and its work with the unhoused. Learn more about this outreach.
Special committees that are elected by a congregation vote:
The Investment Committee manages the church’s reserve funds.
The Committee on Shared Ministry is an elected team, whose mission is to pay attention to and support the ministries of the church, both lay and professional. We work to listen to ministry leaders and make sure they have what they need for success, and we work to make new ministry ideas possible when there is an idea that has congregational support. The COSM works in partnership with the Board overseeing the ministries of the church.
The Board of Directors is an elected group who sets the vision of the church in collaboration with the congregation and the minister. The Board handles the governance and fiduciary aspects of UUCC, including managing the church’s property and conducting its business affairs. The Board works in partnership with the COSM and other church committees and teams.