Volunteer Engagement

Engagement, Belonging & Volunteering at QUUF

Most people seek a religious community to experience a sense of belonging. We know that a sense of belonging at QUUF does not happen by magic. It happens through engagement, the slow building of relationships, taking risks and developing small groups that support each other and QUUF. For many, a sense of belonging happens when you engage in a team or committee at QUUF

Why Teams/Committees are key: QUUF is a volunteer-based, self-governing organization. Our covenant and mission are developed by the congregation but it’s the teams that “make it so.” They are the vehicles by which we accomplish our mission both within QUUF and in our community. In a very real way, they are how we live our vision.

Team/Committee service can be a spiritual practice – a ministry – as we give the gift of our time, minds, hearts, and energy. It is a means by which the fellowship seeks to channel individual talents and qualities into our common work. Teams are also a place to develop skills, deepen service, and build leaders – outcomes we hope result in benefits for the individual, our fellowship, and the greater community.

These Teams/Committees Are Currently Seeking Leadership

Personnel Committee seeks a chair. Our staff members are essential to QUUF. The Personnel Committee works with the administration and board to assure we are being good employers, and uphold inclusive, responsible hiring practices. Contact: Nominating Committee member Share DeWees.

Covenant Group seeks a co-coordinator with Diane Haas. Covenant Groups are a central element of our community; small groups with focused spiritual topics that meet twice a month. Diane would appreciate a co-coordinator. Contact: Diane Haas.

Denominational Affairs Team seeks a co-chair: Julia Cochrane is co-chair, and would appreciate sharing the leadership. Co-chairs call meetings, alert the congregation of UUA resources, and organizes delegates and information about GA. Contact: Julia.

These Teams Are Currently Seeking Team Members

Community Council

  • Membership & Belonging Team (MBT) (formerly Newcomer Outreach Team) Seeks members to welcome, orient and engage people at all stages of connection to QUUF. Sunday Greeters are a function of the MBT. Contact the chair, Elizabeth Walker.
  • Volunteer Engagement Team: Helps congregants engage in service to QUUF in meaningful, do-able, and rewarding ways. Contact the chair: Kathy Stevenson.
  • Healthy Community Team: Helps individuals or groups communicate when challenges arise. Help the congregation develop conflict resolution skills. Contact Hilary Rosen Hilary Rosen.
  • Hospitality & Kitchen – Sunday Morning Hosts needed to prepare coffee & tea for after service Social Hour. Contact Diane Bommer.

Growth and Learning Council

  • Advancing Learning and Spiritual Opportunities (ALSO) ALSO provides opportunities for creativity and social interaction while bringing learning and spiritual growth programming to QUUF. Contact: Paul Loubere.
  • Agnostics, Humanists and Atheists (AHA) meets two Sundays a month for potluck, short presentation, and discussion. Help to recruit speakers. Contact Jane Albee.
  • Religious Education for Children and Youth (RE). The RE Committee is welcoming new members interested in organizing intergenerational events and supporting our RE Families. Contact the chair, Xep Campbell.
  • Widening the Circle Team. This team works to address ‘isms’ within the congregation and promote inclusivity. Contact Diane Haas.
  • Library Co-Chairs. Our library is a resource for all topics related to Unitarian Universalist values. It has been neglected since covid. Startup guidance available, a great job for 2 or 3 people to share. Contact Diane Haas or Frank Layden.

Spirit Council

Operations Council

Social and Environmental Justice Council
Antiracism Action, Christmas Giving, Designated Offering, Green Sanctuary Environmental Action, Housing Action, Native Connections, Quimper Animal Advocates, Welcoming Congregation (LGBTQ+), Special Connection Group

Committees, Teams, and Task Forces

Volunteer Engagement Charter

Updated October 1, 2024