OUUC members gathered in the parking lot for a drive-through to help collect food for the food bank. People brought food donations and enjoyed music, refreshments, and a bonfire. Thank you for your support of our larger community!
Faith in Action
Share the Plate News
The Share the Plate Committee had 20 applications this year for the six slots in 2022, illustrating the need for OUUC financial assistance in the South Puget Sound area. While all the organizations were worthy and met a need in the community, the committee chose six deserving organizations as next year’s recipients. Following is the […]
Showing Up for Reproductive Justice
Last Saturday many from OUUC came out on a beautiful afternoon to march and rally for reproductive justice. It was a well attended event, with powerful and heartbreaking testimonials shared by people who support reproductive justice for all. One action that was suggested to participants is to contact our congressional representative, Marilyn Strickland, and let […]
Share the Plate: Quixote Communities
Our Share the Plate recipient for May and June is Quixote Communities, which provides permanent supportive housing in tiny house villages for people experiencing homelessness. OUUC has a long history with Quixote. In February 2007 a group came to the Board and asked that OUUC shelter a homeless encampment that was being moved from a […]
GreenFaith and OUUC
by Wendy Steffensen March 11 was the official launch of GreenFaith, here in Olympia and around the world. In 49 countries and with over 400 gatherings, people of faith around the world called upon political leaders to respect the earth and all of its inhabitants. This call is rooted in love, and is supported by the teachings […]
