Pastoral Care

Life is full of changes, challenges, and surprises. In our Beloved Community, we share life’s twists and turns, magnifying the joys and sharing the burdens of each other’s sorrows. Unitarian Universalists find meaning and value in human relationships. Humans are designed to be in community. We need one another.

With guidance from our minister, Pastoral Care Associates (PCAs) are available to help members and friends of BUC who have issues or concerns for private discussion. Conversations are held in confidence. Pastoral Care Associates have been trained via UUA resources.

If you are in need of pastoral care, a starting point should be with Rev. Connie, who can determine the best potential source of help, whether it be outside the church or with a PCA. All PCAs are listed in the BUC Member & Friend Directory and are available for calls from members or friends, as is Rev. Connie. Available Pastoral Care Associates are Colleen Cavanagh, Dan Kosuth, Terry Mihlbauer, Paula Olson, and Dick Rappleye and administrator Monica Vogel.

In the event of a pastoral emergency, contact Rev. Connie anytime at (847) 840-8542

BUC Caring Network

Sponsored by the Pastoral Care Associates team, the BUC Caring Network provides organized ways for congregants to help each other in times of need, upon referral from the minister or a Pastoral Care Associate. Can you occasionally make and deliver a meal, provide transportation to church or a medical appointment, provide refreshments or usher at a memorial service? If you are willing to be contacted to help fill occasional needs of congregants, please fill out this form. If you have questions about the form, please email Monica Vogel.