Thank you!

In this designated month of Gratitude, I invite you to reflect on what your membership at ORUUC means to you. Think back to the time you first visited ORUUC. What were you looking for? What did you find here that moved you to become a member?

You belong to a vibrant and engaged covenantal community who loves you and cares about you. Likewise, you are part of this loving and caring community who reaches out and takes action in times of need. What a great community this is!

It’s a well-known fact that people have an innate need to belong. But belonging is much more than just signing up or being born into a community or family or church. True belonging means truly connecting with the others in the community.

I invite you to take some time this month to re-connect, if needed, with your ORUUC family and share your Gratitude with the people here who you appreciate. (I know my list is long!)

And while you are at it, take a moment to introduce yourself to someone new (to you) in our ORUUC community. Keep in mind what you felt as a Newcomer, and welcome these wonderful searching souls into our fold. Share your story and listen to theirs. I think you will find that there is a lot to be thankful for.

So, from me to you… thank you for all you do in service to our church family and the community at large! You are truly a great people! And it is an honor to be your servant.

See you soon!

Gina