Rev. Justin would love to have videos from First U members bidding him farewell. These videos are sure to be a treasure that he will enjoy for years to come as he looks back on his time with us. If you are interested in saying your Good Goodbye via video, send it to Justin using wetransfer.com (you don’t have to create an account to use it; scroll to the bottom of the page and select “I just want to send files.”) When prompted, enter Justin’s email address, justin [at] firstuniv.org, and upload your video. Justin will be able to save and view these permanently. We ask that your video be no more than three to five minutes and that you submit it by June 6. If you have questions or need help, reach out to Frederic MacDonald-Dennis or Ben Cooper (contact the church office for contact information).

Also, feel free to send a good goodbye email directly to Justin at justin [at] firstuniv.org.  And remember,  letters, notes, and cards are welcome. There’s a special keepsake box in Justin’s office so he can receive them any time and enjoy reading them now and in the future. Send them to: Rev. Justin Schroeder, 3400 Dupont Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN55408. These communications may of course include words to Juliana, Tucker and Jesse. 

And, because you asked: The Good Goodbye team has gotten a small gift for Justin, on behalf of the congregation. But some of you have asked if individual monetary gifts may be made. Of course they may and the question is not a surprising one. We are a congregation of generous, loving spirits. If the spirit moves you, the details below give instructions. But please, feel no obligation. Justin is feeling the love coming from us all in so many ways. 

Electronic gifts for Justin can be made here. Checks can be sent to the church, and made out to First Universalist Church, with “Justin’s Goodbye” in the memo line. Any questions can be directed to Finance Assistant, Chelsea Bertsch at Chelsea [at] firstuniv.org. Please note that such gifts are not tax deductible donations, and they are separate from ongoing church support.

If you have questions or comments about the Good Goodbye (GG) plans, please contact a member of the GG Team: Ginny McAninch, chair; Bette DeMars, Lena K. Gardner, Nancy Gaschott, Rich Jaeger, Frederic MacDonald-Dennis, and Karin Wille. Reach out to the church office for contact information. Together, we will create a good goodbye!