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Email Discussion Groups (e-lists)

Connect & Empower -- through CUC Email Lists

EMAIL GROUPS on Yahoo

Sponsored by or supported by CUC Staff, Board, Volunteers

There are three different kinds of lists that vary in purpose, volume and who’s responsible for moderating – both technically and dialogue. TO SUBSCRIBE – Send a blank email to groupname-subscribe@yahoogroups.com or go to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/groupname (substituting a name below for “groupname”).

Frequently asked questions about Yahoo Groups

Announcement lists:

Between one and four e-mails per month of CUC or UU-related information.

We find these are a popular and effective way for people to easily get information they want without being burdened with a lot of discussion email. Since each one guarantees few (usually only 1) message per month and you can join or leave any time you want, to it’s easy for us and for you. Since these email lists are open to anyone at all you are welcome, even encouraged, to forward any of the information (but keep the information of where it came from and how others can join, please) to anyone you feel would find it of interest.

name	Description
cuc-arts-news	A once-a-month (or less) email highlighting one or more U*U artist in Canada-in whatever genre (e.g. music, visual arts, drama, writing)
cuc-board-news	Receive the agenda for board meetings (and an invitation to come and observe); highlights and minutes following the board meeting.
cuc-conference-update	Over 400 people receive a message every month or two with an update on CUC conferences
cuc-acm-2010-news	Receive regular updates about the 2010 Annual Conference and Meeting planned for Vancouver Island in May, 2010
cuc-acm-2011-news	Receive regular updates about the 2011 Annual Conference and Meeting planned for Greater Toronto in May/2011
cuc-gender-and-sexual-diversity-news	Updates on Gender and Sexual Diversity issues and events including but not limited to Equal marriage for same-sex couples; new Welcoming Congregations and Pride Events.
cuc-international-news	International Unitarian Universalist and IARF (International Association for Religious Freedom) information, events and news
cuc-lay-chaplaincy-news	Announcements from the CUC about training for lay chaplains; application and renewal process; and news from the CUC’s Lay Chaplaincy Committee
cuc-linda	A message from Linda Thomson, Director of Regional Services – East.
cuc-web-updates	Receive an email “alert” when the Canadian Unitarian newsletter and congregational mailings have been mailed out and are available on the web.
cuc-social-responsibility-news	All news releases and the table of contents of our mailing (and where to find it on the web).
cuc-bc-news; cuc-western-news; cuc-central-news; cuc-eastern-news	One or two messages per month with news about events around your region including updates on the Regional Fall Gathering and workshops available to bring to your congregation.
cuul-news	Monthly or fewer messages about Canadian Unitarian*Universalist Leadership School and Program events and information
global-chalice-lighting	A once-a-month email list sending readings for chalice lightings from the International Council of Unitarians and Universalists

For Congregational Leaders
These email groups are especially for people in similar roles in congregations across Canada or within regions

name	Description
cuc-adult-religious-education	Sharing of adult religious education programs and ideas
cuc-investment-news	Monthly CUC Investment reports
cuc-membership	For membership committee members
cuc-music	For music and choir directors and others with musical contributions to their congregation
cuc-personnel-committees	For those on personnel or human resources committees - topics relate to paid staff
cuc-premises	If your congregation is exploring renovating, moving or purchasing property

cuc-technology	Discuss how to effectively use email, websites, blogs, etc. in our congregations
cuc-welcoming	For sharing advice, encouragement and successes related to the Welcoming Congregation program and the second stage, Living the Welcoming Congregation
cuc-worship-discussion	For those on worship/Sunday service planning committees

Networking lists: these groups are intended for UUs to connect and discuss various topics not directly related to the CUC. These aren’t really part of CUC services, but we’re happy to help facilitate the discussions. Usually there are a couple of committed individuals who make sure conversations keep going and are interesting.

name	Description
cuc-labyrinth	For anyone interested in talking about labyrinth walking as meditation and where they’re found across Canada
cuc-poetry	Sharing of Poetry, ideas for poetry events, etc. Janet Vickers, Poetry Editor for the Canadian Unitarian newsletter is an active member of the group

Discussion lists: anyone can join but discussion is kept to the topics listed in the welcome message you’ll receive. To avoid spam, you will be asked to send information about your interest when you try to join some lists. On some lists, new members can join immediately and their first messages are “moderated”, i.e. your message will go to the group owner for approval. Assuming it’s on topic, it will be approved and your messages will go directly to the list in future. Our goal is that two members of each group will be moderators who will be able to add new members. Right now some groups are moderated by CUC staff. All of these groups include CUC staff who are available to assist technically or in other ways. However, if you wish your message to reach a staff member you are advised to send it directly to the individual rather than on the email list (as we often “scan” or check “no email” because of the volume of email when we’re busy or traveling.

name	Description
cuc-bc	For people in the BC region of the CUC to share news, hopes and dreams
cuc-bc-camps	Camps and conferences around BC (and sometimes Alberta!) There are quite a few and people post updates about where and when they’re happening.
cuc-buy-nothing	Set up through Environment Monitoring Group to encourage support of Buy Nothing Day in our congregations and to help discussions about how our congregations might program this event as CUC is the first national faith group to endorse this yearly event at the end of November.
cuc-central	This is a discussion group for the Central region (Ontario except for Thunder Bay, Kingston and Ottawa) where issues related to congregational life and management and regional matters are discussed. Anyone may join and all subscribers may post. List rules are posted in the ‘post’ section of each group.
cuc-eastern	This is a discussion group for the Eastern region (Kingston through to Newfoundland and Labrador) where issues related to congregational life and management and regional matters are discussed. Anyone may join and all subscribers may post. List rules are posted in the ‘post’ section of each group.
cuc-empty-bowls	For learning more and getting support/mentoring on running at Empty Bowls program at your congregation. See also www.emptybowls.com
cuc-en-francais	Le réseau-courriel de langue française, « cuc-en-français », est une communauté virtuelle ouverte dans laquelle les francophones Unitariens universalistes peuvent échanger. On y accueille toute discussion sur des questions touchant la réflexion spirituelle personnelle et portant sur l'activité des congrégations. Discussion ouverte à tous
cuc-international	Discussion and sharing of news about activities and events in the international UU community
cuc-labyrinth	Labyrinth enthusiasts discussing how labyrinths are used in Unitarian and Universalist congregations (including sightings!)
cuc-money	Conversation regarding money issues in our faith community
cuc-premises	For those building, renovating or landscaping church premises
cuc-presidents	For presidents (and vice-presidents and past presidents) of CUC member congregations
cuc-publicity	For congregational newsletter editors, communications and publicity committee members
cuc-refugee-issues	Especially for those on committees in congregations sponsoring refugees to share information, but open to all who are interested
cuc-sgm	Small Group Ministry (covenant groups; “chalice circles”) discussion
cuc-shared-ministry	Discussion on how to implement the concept of “Shared Ministry” in our congregations
cuc-webweavers	For webweavers/webmasters of CUC member congregation websites.
cuc-western	For people in the Western Region of the CUC to share news, hopes and dreams
cuc-young-adults	Young adults in Canada share experiences and support each other in initiating young adult events and groups in congregations. Neal Anderson, UUA ROC (regional organizing consultant) is active on the list
cuc-youth	Youth (and allies) in Canada share experiences and support each other in initiating youth events and groups in congregations. The Youth Observer to the CUC Board and Youth Advisory Group members (as well as many other youth leaders across the country) are on the group to share information and answer questions.
owl-canada	For those who are training, facilitating or teaching OWL in our congregations

Social Responsibility Groups
The following are open discussion groups that include members of the various CUC Social Responsibility Monitoring Groups

name	Description
cuc-democracy-discussion	Discussion of Democracy resolutions and initiatives
cuc-environment-discussion	Environmental issues discussion http://groups.yahoo.com/group/cuc-environment-discussion/
cuc-peace-discussion	Discussion of peace issues and CUC's response
cuc-refugee-issues	Sharing of advice, support and information on refugee sponsorship

cuc-diversity-discussion	Discussion of 2007 Resolutions to amend Anti-Racism Resolutions and related curricula
cuc-world-food-day	Discussion of World Food Day and its relation to our Economic Justice resolutions. For encouragement for congregations to host events, such as Empty Bowls in October.

UUA EMAIL GROUPS

The following email groups are hosted by the UUA

Uus-cuc	Cross-Canada selection of folks discussing CUC issues and beyond
Cusj	Canadian Unitarians for Social Justice

For these and other UUA email lists (most open to Canadians) go to: http://www.uua.org/lists/

Frequently Asked Questions About Yahoo Groups

Q: How do I change my e-mail address on all my Yahoo Groups?

A: If you don’t have a Yahoo Account (related to a Yahoo Profile),

(1) Make a list of all the Yahoo Groups you receive mail from. If your list is a long one, or you can’t remember all the groups you’re subscribed to, you’ll want to seriously consider creating a Yahoo Account (described below) to do this, rather than following steps 2 and 3 here.

(2) For each group, send an e-mail from your new address to groupname-subscribe@yahoogroups.com (substituting the actual Yahoo Group name for groupname).

(3) For each group, send an e-mail from your old address to groupname-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com (again substituting the actual Yahoo Group name for groupname).

Q: What’s a Yahoo Account and why do I want one?

A: The Yahoo Account is an effective way to manage your e-mail subscriptions to Yahoo Groups. It allows you to easily see which Groups you are subscribed to, and quickly change options for mail delivery, such as “individual e-mail” or “daily digest” (which is helpful for busy lists, since it consolidates the day’s discussions into a single e-mail), or “no e-mail” (which is very useful when you go on vacation). Also, you can easily select which e-mail address to send mail to (in case you’re changing e-mail accounts or maintain multiple accounts). Plus, your Account gives you access to additional Yahoo Groups features which allow sharing of files, photos and other information.

Q: How do I create a Yahoo Account?

A: (1) Go to http://groups.yahoo.com/ and click "Click here to register"

(2) Check your inbox and verify your e-mail address by responding to the automated e-mail message that was sent to you by Yahoo.

(3) Go to http://edit.yahoo.com/config/set_profile and add your other e-mail address(es)

(4) Verify your additional e-mail address(es).

(5) Log in using your Yahoo Groups account: http://groups.yahoo.com/mygroups

(6) Ask Yahoo to "find" your groups: http://groups.yahoo.com/memwiz

Q: How do I change my e-mail address on all my Yahoo Groups if I have an Account?

A: (1) Go to http://edit.yahoo.com/config/set_profile and add your new e-mail address

(2) Verify your e-mail address by responding to the automated e-mail message.

(3) Go to http://groups.yahoo.com/mygroups and click "Edit my groups"

(4) At the bottom of the list, “Set All Of The Above To” your new e-mail address, and “Save Changes”.

From Phil Strapp, CUC Information Coordinator phil@cuc.ca 1-888-568-5723