Woodstock church to rally of Occupy movement

Submitted by Unitarian Universalist Congregation

A rally by the 99 percent of McHenry County in support of the Occupy movement has been called by the Social Justice Committee of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation for Tuesday, Nov. 15 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in front of the church at Dean and South streets in Woodstock.

“The movement spawned by Occupy Wall Street is continuing into its second month undeterred by either harsh weather or police attacks on the spreading movement around the country. In the spirit of a faith tradition rooted in social justice and committed to honoring the interconnectedness of humanity, we are offering our support,” said Patrick Murfin, coordinator of the event for the Committee.

“Unitarian Universalist Association President Peter Morales has urged us to live up to these values and across the country U.U. members, congregations, the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee, and the Standing on the Side of Love movement have been active in the movement.”

The event is open to all who support the movement.

The rally will also collect supplies urgently needed by Occupy Chicago as it moves into the winter months. It will be the second collection made by the committee.

Participants are asked to bring the following items to the rally, but not to drop them off at the church at other times: nonperishable food, canned goods, can openers, tents, sleeping bags, blankets, hand warmers, camp or folding chairs, folding tables, water coolers, paper cups and plates, plastic utensils, paper towels, brooms and dustpan, garbage bags and cans, tarps, camping related goods, used smartphones or prepaid cellphones, used laptops. At this time clothing other than socks and gloves is not requested.

Items collected will be brought to the Occupy Chicago in the city.

For information, email Patrick Murfin at pmurfin@sbcglobal.net or call (815) 814-5645.