All are welcome on Sunday mornings at 10:30. Join us!
Rev. Diane graduated and was ordained by All Faiths Seminary in NYC in 2022. She taught music for 30+ years in private and public school systems. She has been an active member of the UUCRT for 25 years, wearing many hats. Diane has been Chair of Pastoral Care, served as VP and Secretary to the Board, and Chair of Sunday Service Ministry . She facilitated the study and practice of Compassionate Communication for several years, and currently facilitates the monthly Soul Matters group. Diane considers herself a life- long Unitarian. From the age of four, summer vacations were spent with her family and her Star Island community , at an ongoing retreat for UU’s of all ages, which still continues to be a source of renewal and inspiration for her. Diane is passionate about her family, playing music, hiking, and travel.
“Showing up is not all of life – but it counts for a lot.”
-Hillary Clinton
The walls of the UUCRT Sanctuary tell a supportive and artistic story closely aligned with long-time member, speaker and former president (at least twice) Mike Landrum. He has devoted his time, talent and energy to ensuring that our sanctuary is adorned with colorful and interesting works of art – from paintings, to sculpture to photos.
All of these works are produced by local artists, mostly from the Wallkill River School of Art and from other sources that Mike is in touch with. Almost every month, Mike corrals new paintings and other artwork to grace the sanctuary. An added benefit is that sales of the artwork contribute a percentage to our treasury.
Think of the walls of our sanctuary as the stage setting for a dramatic play. They enhance and support our mission, our speakers, our community, local artists and the overall atmosphere of the room much like a dramatic setting on Broadway does, or, in our case, “way-off Broadway”!
If this ongoing endeavor is to continue, Mike needs support in the form of showing up for the art show openings. An appreciative audience tells the artists, the organizations they support, and others, including Mike, that we appreciate and support their efforts. Lack of support also tells a story and, unfortunately, one that could lead to empty walls and a less appealing setting for Sunday services and our concerts.
The next art show features surrealist Rick Weber and will grace our walls in March and April.
The opening reception will be Saturday, April 8 from 3 to 5 p.m. We’ll have additional information and photos to share soon. Hope to see you there!
