Purpose:  The Memorial Garden Committee oversees and cares for the congregation’s memorial garden as a sacred space of remembrance, reflection, and peace. Guided by Unitarian Universalist values that honor the inherent worth and dignity of every person, the committee ensures that the garden remains a welcoming place where loved ones may be remembered and where individuals can seek quiet contemplation.  The committee is responsible for the stewardship, maintenance, and respectful use of the garden; for supporting families who choose interment or memorialization there; and for upholding policies that preserve the beauty, integrity, and spiritual purpose of the space. Through this work, the Memorial Garden Committee helps nurture a living expression of community, continuity, and enduring love.

Purpose:  The Memorial Service Coordination Team supports families and loved ones as they plan and hold memorial, celebration‑of‑life, or remembrance services within our Unitarian Universalist congregation. Guided by UU values of compassion, dignity, and respect for every person’s unique journey, the team works to ensure that each service reflects the wishes, identities, and stories of those being honored.  Team members provide logistical guidance, hospitality, and coordination—helping to arrange space, music, readings, volunteers, and other service elements in collaboration with families, ministers, and staff. By offering steady, caring support during times of loss, the Memorial Service Coordination Team helps create meaningful rituals that foster healing, connection, and remembrance within the community.