Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto

Church Works

A church of our size serves its members and the community because those in the congregation make it happen.  The church is not a building or the ministers or the staff.  There is a place for everyone to paraticipate, whether regularly or only occasionally.  These committees and tasks are often ordinary and in the background, but they are absolutely vital.  The church works because of Church Works.

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Aesthetics Committee
Consults with Buildings and Grounds regarding aesthetic aspects of the plans for the church. Contact: Rae Bell.

Buildings and Grounds
The Building and Grounds Committee, a sub-committee of the Board, oversees the physical plant of the church, including repairs, long-term maintenance, energy-saving modifications, and gardens.

Computer and Technology
The Computer and Technology Committee advises the Board and Congregational Administrator on aquisition, operation and maintenance of the computers used by the ministers and staff, the servers, Wi-Fi, printers and other technology required to make us effective and efficient.

Hamaker Library
Located behind the office, the Hamaker Library has books and other materials for adults and children.  The library catalog is on-line. Contact: Betty Cherry

Landscape Committee
The Landscape Committee consults with Building and Grounds, and helps with the maintenance of the rose garden, Til Evans garden and other plants in our landscape. Contact: Jim Brice.

Membership and Growth
The Membership and Growth Committee strives to make the church more visible in the community; welcomes visitors and integrates new members; supports diversity and multicultural activities; and encourages the present members to affirm thier commitment to  being Unitarian Universalists by telling their friends about this church.
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Music Committee
The Music Committee supports the Music Director and the Accompanist, developing the music for the second Sunday Service, concert programs, and other music activities within the congregation.

Nominating Committee
Members of the Nominating Committee are elected by the congregation at each Annunal Meeting.  They find candidates for the Board of Trustees, Planning Council, Program Council, Representatives to General Assembly, and Pacific Central District Assembly, and for the Nominating Committee, itself.

OfficeVolunteers
Help in the office answering phones, preparing mailings, and other tasks that fit your skills. Contact the Church Administrator.

Personnel and Administration
The Personnel and Administration Committee drafts policies, procedures and staff job descriptions, providing support and mediation, and assisting with the selection and evaluation of the staff. They review the overall effectiveness of the UUCPA administration.  

Press Release and Advertising
The PR and Advertising Committee maintains newspaper and telephone directory advertising, and responds to events that might make Unitiarian Universalists and UUCPA newsworthy. 

Saturday Work Day
The first Saturday of every month from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. is Work Day.  Come help maintain the church by doing simple maintenance jobs.  Able-bodied teens and adults of all skill levels are welcomed.  To further entice you, there are always good snacks and a hearty lunch.   Contact: Michael Plass

Web Committee
The Web Committee supports the Web Manager, recommends web policy, and suggests additional web applications. Contact the Web Manager.