Unitarian Universalists of Coastal Georgia
Embracing a free and responsible search for truth and meaning while demonstrating our strong belief in the interdependent web of all existence.
SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP AT 10:30 AM
1710 Gloucester Street
Brunswick, Georgia
ABOUT US
OUR BELIEFS & VALUES
Welcome to the Unitarian Universalists of Coastal Georgia!
"We are people of open minds, loving hearts, and helping hands.”
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We come together as people of differing ages, gender identities, ethnicities, races, and abilities, who are interested in making our world a better place. Our congregation is part of the Unitarian Universalists Association (UUA), with headquarters in Boston, MA.
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Unitarian Universalism is unique in that it does not have an official creed, or statement of beliefs. Instead, we support one another in our individual journeys toward spirituality. You may find Christians, Muslims, Jews, Buddhists, Pagans, agnostics and atheists attending a UU congregation. We are also specifically welcoming to LGBTQ+ identifying individuals. Instead of being united by our beliefs, we are united by our values.​​
Instead of being united by our beliefs, we are united by our values.
LOVE IS THE POWER THAT HOLDS US TOGETHER
AND IS AT THE CENTER OF OUR SHARED VALUES,
WHICH ARE DEEPLY INTERCONNECTED.​
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Interdependence: We honor the interdependent web of all existence and acknowledge our place in it.
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Pluralism: We are all sacred beings, diverse in culture, experience, and theology.
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Justice: We work to be diverse multicultural Beloved Communities where all feel welcome and can thrive.
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Transformation: We adapt to the changing world.
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Generosity: We cultivate a spirit of gratitude and hope.
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Equity: We declare that every person is inherently worthy and has the right to flourish with dignity,
love, and compassion.
A BRIEF HISTORY
In 1996, a group of like-minded residents of St. Simons Island incorporated the Fellowship that has become Unitarian Universalists of Coastal Georgia. For the first several years, members met in homes or other locations. In 2008, the group voted to move to Brunswick and found a suitable property for modification.
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In 2001, the Reverend William R. Phillips, a Methodist minister and retired psychotherapist, was hired on a part-time basis. He led the fellowship until he retired in 2010. Upon Rev. Phillips' retirement, Reverend Lynne Garner served as minister from September, 2011 to July, 2014.
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Beginning in September 2014, Reverend Dr. Jane Page became UUCG's practicing half-time minister, also serving half-time at the Unitarian Universalists Fellowship of Statesboro. On Sunday, September 18, 2016, an installation service was held to officially call Reverend Page to be the residing half-time minister for UUCG. In June of 2024, we celebrated her tenth anniversary.
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Long time member, Beth Sutton, is our talented lay minister, who has been speaking on fourth Sundays since 2014. Reverend Clint Tawes is a monthly guest minister, who has been with us for several years. In 2023-2025, we also have the pleasure of having Randy Blasch as our intern minister.
OUR MINISTER
“I’m delighted to be serving as the minister of UUCG. I’m a native of Statesboro, born here in 1950. I’ve lived there my entire life with the exception of brief periods of time away for educational purposes. I was raised by hard working middle class folks and spent a great deal of time at the First Baptist Church in my youth. Actually, I remained in that church for much of my adult life as well, closeting my heretical beliefs! Life circumstances made it easier for me to leave in my late 40’s and I became a Unitarian Universalist. I have been in love with this faith tradition and the people within it since that time. I retired from Georgia Southern University as Professor and Department Chair Emerita (Dept. of Curriculum, Foundations, and Research) in 2005 and completed my seminary training the following year. (I began Meadville Lombard in 2001.) I was called to serve here in September 2014, and I’m currently serving half-time.
I share my life with my husband Dr. Greg Brock, my son, two grandsons, two great grandchildren, my mom and one fine dog.
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In addition to serving UUCG half time, I serve the UU congregation in Statesboro, Georgia half time as well and live in both places. One of my favorite activities is enjoying nature in both Bulloch and Glynn counties.
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I’m available for pastoral care in person (when I’m in town) or virtually via phone, email, or even Zoom (when I’m out of town). My contact information is below and I look forward to hearing from you.”
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Rev. Jane​
OUR STAFF
Clint Tawes
Guest Minister
clint.tawes@gmail.com
912-217-7054
Elaine Deaver
Administrator
elaine@elainedeaver.com
912-230-2675
CONGREGATIONAL GOVERNANCE
THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES governs the congregational community. The board members attend monthly meetings to discuss routine and unique issues that arise in church life. The board partners with the minister and staff to guide big decisions, and to ensure transparency in the operations of the church. The board is accountable to the congregation for its actions and decisions.
L-R Front Row: Beth Sutton, Corinne Bachman
L-R Back Row: Sarabeth Sutton, Sharon Ehle, Chris Soule, Brian Merck
PRESIDENT - Sharon Ehle
VICE PRESIDENT - Brian Merck
SECRETARY - Sarabeth Sutton
TREASURER - Beth Sutton
TRUSTEE - Corinne Bachman
TRUSTEE - Chris Soule
OUR TEAMS
MEMBERSHIP
The membership team manages the official membership list and encourages new members to join. The membership team corresponds with new and potential members to clarify information and suggest opportunities. The membership team also coordinates new member social activities and recruitment. The current team leader is Carolyn Wallace at carolynswallace@yahoo.com.
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BUILDING AND GROUNDS
The Building and Grounds Team take care of the church building and grounds. Members perform and/or coordinate routine maintenance such as indoor and outdoor cleaning, pruning, mulching, raking and mowing outside. At times, the team may solicit outside contractors for special projects.
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FINANCE
The Finance Team prepares and presents the church budget to the congregation. It manages and monitors income and expenditures. It can approve expenditures for large ticket items. The finance team, along with volunteers, helps administer our yearly stewardship campaign.
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HELPING HANDS
Helping Hands volunteers coordinate needed support for members facing recoveries from illnesses or surgeries. These responses often come in the form of meals, visits, or running of errands for anyone in our church community. There is currently no team leader for Helping Hands. If you need help, please contact Reverend Jane Page, revjanepage@gmail.com.
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HOSPITALITY
As needed, members can sign up to assist with coffee after the service, as well as potlucks and other social events.
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SOCIAL JUSTICE
Various members meet in ad hoc groups to participate in a variety of social justice activities. Look for opportunities and contact information in our monthly newsletter and weekly email blasts.
WORSHIP
The worship team works closely with the ministry to assist in planning monthly programs This team manages the schedule for our weekly door greeters. This is the team to contact if you would like to become a Greeter on Sunday mornings.