The Unitarian Church of Lincoln is closed until August 31, 2020 or beyond.
When there are updates we will continue communicating in these ways:
SCAMS VIA EMAIL
The frequency of scam emails has increased since March 2020. Every other week or so we get a flurry of emails from members and friends who are wondering if they are really from our minister Oscar Sinclair.
Here are further clues you know the answer to that question:
1. The emails come from a bogus email address.... Oscar's REAL email is minister@unitarianlincoln.org
2. The emails use language that doesn't sound like the way that Oscar speaks such as "Blessings"
3. Oscar will NEVER ask you for money in this manner. He will never solicit money for himself, the church, or another congregant via email, text or private message.
This information has been the feature of AT LEAST ONE daily eblast and Oscar's daily videos each time there is a round of scams. If you are not plugged into the daily eblasts, you are missing a lot of important information. Please consider signing up for those at www.unitarianlincoln.org/mailing-list. We do not want our members to fall victim to these scammers. Please help us spread the word.
BUILDING USE PROTOCOL
Beginning 3/18/20 and through at least 8/31/20 the church building will be closed to all sizes of gatherings. Individuals who need to do repairs or routine maintenance must contact the church office to get the door code. The primary individuals entering the building at this time are core staff and the custodians.
SUMMARY
We strongly discourage any gathering of more than two church members/friends at this time (particularly those in high risk categories.) At this time we cannot schedule or support any gathering on the church grounds. If a small group gathers, anywhere in the city limits, our recommendation is to require everyone to wear a mask at all times unless they are eating, to remain at least six feet apart from anyone who does not shelter with you, and not to share any food or beverages.
EVENTS AND CLASSES
In person events and classes planned through August 2020 are cancelled or being held online with Zoom. We do not publish Zoom links in any public spaces. Sign up for our MAILING LIST if you would like to receive daily blasts and monthly newsletter THE BEACON.
IN OTHER NEWS....
WRITE HERE, WRITE NOW: CLICK HERE for the information that you need to write letters to Senators Sasse and Fischer regarding secure elections.
ZOOM: We are offering worship and other opportunities to connect via Zoom. Here is a quick ZOOM 101 TUTORIAL.
Let us know if you have further questions. We want to connect with you!
SENDING MAIL: We are checking the mail regularly. If you would like to move your contributions online to Realm, we can help you with that, and if not, you can still mail a hard copy check or Bill Pay through your own bank.
ARCHIVES: Beginning the middle of March, the Sunday Services are archived on our YouTube Page HERE.
Click HERE and listen to a PODCAST of pre-pandemic sermons.
CORONABINGO: Click HERE to open the bingo card and you can print it at home or mark it on your computer. Created especially for the Unitarian Church of Lincoln by the Dazzlers (Office Volunteers.) There are prizes! If you get a bingo, email Dorothy at dorothyeramsey@gmail.com.
When there are updates we will continue communicating in these ways:
- website
- facebook social page
- daily eblasts
- daily video update
- monthly newsletter
SCAMS VIA EMAIL
The frequency of scam emails has increased since March 2020. Every other week or so we get a flurry of emails from members and friends who are wondering if they are really from our minister Oscar Sinclair.
Here are further clues you know the answer to that question:
1. The emails come from a bogus email address.... Oscar's REAL email is minister@unitarianlincoln.org
2. The emails use language that doesn't sound like the way that Oscar speaks such as "Blessings"
3. Oscar will NEVER ask you for money in this manner. He will never solicit money for himself, the church, or another congregant via email, text or private message.
This information has been the feature of AT LEAST ONE daily eblast and Oscar's daily videos each time there is a round of scams. If you are not plugged into the daily eblasts, you are missing a lot of important information. Please consider signing up for those at www.unitarianlincoln.org/mailing-list. We do not want our members to fall victim to these scammers. Please help us spread the word.
BUILDING USE PROTOCOL
Beginning 3/18/20 and through at least 8/31/20 the church building will be closed to all sizes of gatherings. Individuals who need to do repairs or routine maintenance must contact the church office to get the door code. The primary individuals entering the building at this time are core staff and the custodians.
SUMMARY
- We are tracking everyone who is in the building
- Contact the church office to request the new door code
- Please follow the SIMPLE GUIDELINES
- Do not leave any garbage that cannot be recycled (food stuffs mainly.)
- Please wipe down surfaces that you have touched before you leave the building (e.g. doorknobs, countertops, keyboards, phones, copier) using a provided Clorox wipe. If Clorox wipes are not available, please use hand sanitizer on a provided paper towel.
We strongly discourage any gathering of more than two church members/friends at this time (particularly those in high risk categories.) At this time we cannot schedule or support any gathering on the church grounds. If a small group gathers, anywhere in the city limits, our recommendation is to require everyone to wear a mask at all times unless they are eating, to remain at least six feet apart from anyone who does not shelter with you, and not to share any food or beverages.
EVENTS AND CLASSES
In person events and classes planned through August 2020 are cancelled or being held online with Zoom. We do not publish Zoom links in any public spaces. Sign up for our MAILING LIST if you would like to receive daily blasts and monthly newsletter THE BEACON.
IN OTHER NEWS....
WRITE HERE, WRITE NOW: CLICK HERE for the information that you need to write letters to Senators Sasse and Fischer regarding secure elections.
ZOOM: We are offering worship and other opportunities to connect via Zoom. Here is a quick ZOOM 101 TUTORIAL.
Let us know if you have further questions. We want to connect with you!
SENDING MAIL: We are checking the mail regularly. If you would like to move your contributions online to Realm, we can help you with that, and if not, you can still mail a hard copy check or Bill Pay through your own bank.
ARCHIVES: Beginning the middle of March, the Sunday Services are archived on our YouTube Page HERE.
Click HERE and listen to a PODCAST of pre-pandemic sermons.
CORONABINGO: Click HERE to open the bingo card and you can print it at home or mark it on your computer. Created especially for the Unitarian Church of Lincoln by the Dazzlers (Office Volunteers.) There are prizes! If you get a bingo, email Dorothy at dorothyeramsey@gmail.com.