CUUF Small Group Ministry
Gathering in Intention, Living Our Values
Every Wednesday at Noon
Saron Lutheran Church, 517 Ninth Avenue West in Ashland
Leader: Ellie Williams
An intention is more than a wish. It is a conscious choice about how we hope to meet the world—with compassion, courage, wisdom, and love. Although we cannot always determine what happens around us, we can choose the spirit in which we respond.
Every Wednesday from noon to 12:30 p.m., the Intention Gathering meets at Saron Lutheran Church. Together, we create a relaxed and loving space for quiet reflection, meditation, and shared intention. The gathering celebrates values at the heart of Unitarian Universalism: love, justice, compassion, respect for every person, and recognition of our profound interdependence. At a time when our culture often feels divided and discouraging, we consider how we might respond positively and peacefully—within ourselves, in our relationships, and in the wider world.
Everyone is welcome. You can come once or every week—whatever works for you. If you cannot attend in person, you are invited to pause wherever you are and join us in spirit. Shared intention is not limited by walls or distance. To receive the weekly reminder and reflection, please email Ellie Williams at elliewilliams1952@gmail.com
New! Chequamegon UU Fellowship Contemplative Services
3rd Sunday of Each Month
9 AM
Ashland United Methodist Church
Contemplative practices across religions honor that whatever is ultimate or divine is beyond our knowing; yet we can be oriented towards the sacred through beauty, shared silence, creativity, and in the language beyond words found in art and music. CUUF is piloting these services once per month to offer a sanctuary from the pace and noise of daily life. They will be lay led, with members and friends of the fellowship invited to offer readings and a reflection on topics and practices of their interests. No RE, hospitality, childcare, or coffee fellowship will be offered at these services; participants are welcome to go to a local coffee shop for fellowship after the service.
To sign up to lead a session, please fill out this simple form: https://cuuf.breezechms.com/form/8a48f5
Questions? Please contact Rev. Stacy Craig
Sample Order of Service for Contemplative Services
9:00 AM Welcome and Chalice Lighting
9:05 AM Reading
Lay leader shares a poem, story, or article connected to the theme of the day
9:10 AM Joys and Concerns (stones in water) and Shared Silence
9:25 AM Reflection
Lay leader shares a teaching, practice, art, or topic
9:40 AM Discussion
10 AM Chalice Extinguishing
Schedule (under Development)
Sept. 20 – Rev. David Saetre
Oct. 18 – TBD
Nov. 15 – Ellie Williams
Dec. to May – TBD