Coordinates the various social action programs undertaken by the congregation.
Comida Food Pantry
Christine Halfar, Coordinator, 203-730-0763, chalfar@hotmail.com
Volunteers distribute food on the 2nd & 4th Fridays of the month from 2:15 to 4:00 pm. Spanish-speaking volunteers are especially welcome but anyone can help make a difference in the lives of our new-immigrant neighbors.
Dorothy Day Hospitality House Shelter
Christine Halfar, Coordinator, 203-730-0763, chalfar@hotmail.com
Members of the congregation volunteer overnight on the fourth Friday of the month.
Dorothy Day Hospitality House Soup Kitchen
Judy Lacker, Coordinator, 914-715-2122, judylacker48@gmail.com
Members of the congregation prepare and serve a hot meal on the first Saturday of the month.
Gun Violence Prevention Group
Yvonne Ruddy-Stein, 203-438-3416, ruddystein@sbcglobal.net
Started in 2012 in response to the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School. We have hosted screenings of several documentary films pertaining to gun violence, and we have organized multiple letter writing campaigns to elected officials.
Team Green
Donna Lawrence, Co-Chair, 203-438-0276, donna.dcl2@att.net
Barb Myers, Co-Chair, 203-426-8034, Barbara.myersletson@gmail.com
Meets Third Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. as needed
Initiates and develops programs and activities which involve the members of UU Danbury in inspiring and instilling positive environmental changes in three areas: personal and family lifestyle choices, Congregational activities, and the greater Danbury community.