What are we here for?
Here are the notes that were taken at the last meeting as we examined and discussed why we come to FUUCA. When looking at section 3, think about what *you* can do to make some of these improvements happen! 
1) Why do you show up at FUUCA? I’m looking for…
- “a sense of community dedicated to spiritual exploration”
- “a space to work towards better values and personal growth”
- “support with personal spiritual practice in a routine and regular way”
-” a place to question and challenge in a supportive environment”
- “opportunities to participate in social justice”
- “a community with a positive influence on raising children”
- “exposure to other belief systems and ideas”
- “educational sermons in line with my values”
- “a warm and accepting environment”
2) What is the church delivering right now?
- “a sense of community for those participating in a small group (ie YA group)”
- “good sermons on a regular basis”
- “a community of people who share my spiritual values”
- “uplifting music during worship”
- “a safe haven”
- “meaningful rituals during worship, such as lighting of candles”
- “good support for child-raising – great children’s program”
3) How can the church improve?
- “Need one-on-one contact incorporated into worship (i.e. shake hands & introduce yourselves)”
- “More church community-building activities outside of Sunday worship (i.e. banquet)”
- “Reach out to newcomers and strangers to make them feel welcome”
- “Incorporate more guidance and demands for action in sermons”
- “Create a stronger presence in the community”
- “More open communication channels to increase exposure between church groups”
- “We (YA) need to increase visible participation (i.e. greet, usher, serve on committees, etc)”
- “We (YA) need to advertise + promote the group to guests & newcomers”