Something For the Journey
From Janette Lallier, Director of Operations
“It’s all about the chairs!” One of my former choral directors would chant this phrase weekly as we departed the choir loft. And even with the attention to details and the best of plans, inevitably a service or performance would come when the choir took their positions and one lone singer was left standing while their colleagues took their seats. And as someone in the back row snuck out to get an extra seat, the rest of us would sigh, nod and mutter softly “it IS all about the chairs”.
It feels that in recent times the ‘chairs’ of life – all those details, dates, and opportunities – have become harder and harder to track. When folks miss the information and notices that will keep them plugged in it is easy to feel left out! Here at the UUMA we are always asking how we can improve our communications. One small shift that we are implementing with this week’s news is to shift how we present our information. In the first block you will now find those news items that are imminent. Things you may have seen in the past but put off as it seemed far away. In this second block we hope to share some words of inspiration, comfort, or resource, intended to benefit and sustain your ministry. The final block will be something extra… for when you have a minute to read to the end of the email. Here we will share upcoming events, opportunities and announcements.
We hope this new format helps you keep track of the details and, as always, we look forward to your feedback as to how we can do better (and things that work well!).
In the spirit of helping you keep track of the chairs I wanted to remind those of you who supervise staff that today, March 3, 2023 is Staff Appreciation Day. If the time got away from you, this Church Staffing Support Site reminds us of the importance of taking the time to stop what you are doing and say thank you and let your staff know, individually, how their efforts are a valuable contribution to the mission! For more tips click here.
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