Tom Joldersma died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on August 11, 2020. He endured, with grace, Parkinson’s Disease for 14 years and Lewy Body Dementia for five. Tom was born on June 10, 1940, the second of six children born to Gary and Agnes (Zwier) Joldersma in Holland, Michigan. Graduating from Calvin College […]
From Rev. Mary – “Caring for Your Spirit”
Between the novel coronavirus, the fires and smoke, and the news, it feels a bit overwhelming these days. Even as many of us were feeling overwhelmed already with the start of school and, well, just life. We all know the ways to care for our bodies: wash our hands, wear a mask, rest, eat good food, move our bodies. How are you taking care of […]
From Rev. Mary – “It’s Not the Same!”
That’s the most common comment I hear about online engagement and especially online Sunday services. It’s not the same. And, it’s not. Many of us miss the buzz in the Commons (and not just the coffee.) Many of us miss the hugs and handshakes and personal contact that we get when we can gather in person. […]
Board of Trustees Message
From Rev. Mary – “Opening Up”
Our building is closed but our community, hearts, and minds are open! This phrase, or something like it, is in the email signature line for several of us on staff at OUUC. When the Governor closed everything down in March, we worked hard to stay as connected and open as we could. We made several decisions to preserve as much openness as possible: we decided to offer live rather than pre-recorded services; to use Zoom […]
