A Busy August for the New Sanctuary Team
The Sanctuary Construction Committee continues this month to work with the consultants of its team to refine plans and make decisions to hold costs in line while ensuring the new building will meet the needs of the congregation now and in the future. Last week the entire committee met with domus studio architect David Keitel and Hoffman & Associates construction supervisor John Pascale for a lengthy session to discuss where we are on the timeline and what we need to…
A Milestone Meeting
On Friday, July 23rd the courtyard was buzzing with activity as our sanctuary architect, David Keitel of domus studio, invited representatives of the lead contractor and subcontractors to join our OCUUC Sanctuary Construction Committee for an onsite visit. The lead contractor John Pascale of Hoffman Associates rolled out construction plans for electrical, demolition, painting, glass and landscaping subcontractors to review and discuss. Lots of activity is underway as we move into August. As always, if you have any questions or…
We Will Get There
Thank you for your trust and honoring me with the presidency. It should be a great year and I am truly looking forward to it. This is not my first time around this flagpole, and I am fully aware that I will need lots of help and understanding. We are an awesome congregation. I know it will happen. The pandemic has challenged all of us for many months and it turns out that discovering what our new normal will be…
Singing is Good for the Soul
How have you been enjoying our hybrid services so far? I’ve heard from several of you who are appreciating the flexibility and inclusivity of everyone, whether they feel comfortable in the sanctuary or not, and whether they are physically able to come in person or not. A big thank you to Steve Morihiro who continues to hone the tech set-up in Daniels Hall and has trained our new crew of camera operators and audio engineers. Thanks to all our volunteers…
A Running Start
I am so thrilled to be returning as your Director of Religious Education here at OCUUC! Despite a challenging last year, Rev. Judy has left the program in terrific shape with the help of our dedicated volunteers and terrific families. Thanks to all of their support I am off to a running start, and we have kicked off our exciting new summer program, Circle of Trees. This is a multigenerational program that nurtures deep connection with trees, nature, and all…
A Busy Week in the Life of the New Sanctuary
Our Sanctuary Construction Committee held our first in person meeting on the church campus on Monday morning. Debra, Nancy, Barbara, Bob, Audrey (not pictured) and I reviewed the most recent detailed architectural drawings in preparation for our weekly status meeting with domus studio. I hope you had a chance to view the new sanctuary renderings this weekend if you attended the sculpture event in the courtyard on Saturday or during the coffee hour on Sunday. The new renderings will be…
