Membership at First UU
Our members are young and old, with backgrounds from a variety of faith traditions. We come together in community to share and support each of our spiritual journeys. We invite you to join us as you explore Unitarian Universalism, learn more about First UU Church and consider making us your spiritual home.
Why become a member?
VOTING – Members are able to vote on important issues such as, who becomes our minister, who serves in leadership positions, and how we spend our money.
LEADERSHIP – Although non-members can actively participate in the life of the church and serve on committees, you must be a member to be on the Board of Trustees or to chair a committee.
LIFE TRANSITION SERVICES – Life Transitions Services (marriage , memorial services and child dedications) are offered at no cost to our members.
PASTORAL CARE – Pastoral support is provided to members from the minister and lay pastoral care teams, including counseling, home visits, meals, and rides.
How to get to know us?
We encourage all potential members to spend some time getting to know us by attending Worship Service, going to one of our many Religious Education classes, participating in our social gatherings, or getting involved in our social justice events. Once you feel ready to join the First UU family, follow the steps below to become a member.
How to become a member?
There are three steps to becoming a member:
- Attend First UU 101, a class held monthly that provides information about our congregation and Unitarian Universalism. First UU 101 classes are held on fourth Sundays, with alternating start times (odd months at 9:30 am and even months at 12:15 pm), in the Conference Room, Building 3.
- Complete the Membership Interest Form so we can get to know you (and your family) a little bit better.
- Promise to support the church by making a responsible financial pledge. While you do not have to be a member to support the church financially, without members’ support, there would be no First UU. Members make an annual pledge, a written financial commitment that reflects their personal situation as well as what the church means to them.
What happens after you join?
After you have joined you will be invited to sign the Membership Book at one of our periodic New Member ceremonies which are held during our Sunday Worship Service. Participation in the ceremony is optional.
As a member we expect that you share your ideas, talents, and interests, which could mean singing in the choir, participating in worship, teaching a class, working on the buildings or in the grounds, being active in social justice, or organizing a social event.
The programs of the church are member organized and led, which means without active participation from our members there will be no programs. If you identify a need that the church is not currently addressing, we encourage you to take the initiative to explore ways to meet that need. For information about our programs and how to get involved, contact the church office at office@uusat.org.
For more information about membership at First UU, contact our Membership committee at membership@uusat.org.
