“With the gift of listening comes the gift of healing ” – Catherine de Hueck

Need to talk? The FVUUF Lay Ministers are here to listen.

Life’s challenges can be tough, and we all can use a listening ear from time to time. The Lay Ministers of the Fox Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship are available to listen in a supportive and helpful way.

The Lay Ministry team has been trained in compassionate listening skills under a carefully supervised program. Each member of the Lay Ministry Team has made a significant commitment to providing support through the ministry of compassionate listening.

Lay Ministers are available to provide a compassionate ear for people struggling with various life issues, including situations involving:

    * spiritual journeys
    * anxiety
    * addiction
    * relationships
    * sexuality
    * life transitions
    * aging
    * grief
    * depression

Please remember that while Lay Ministers are trained in compassionate listening, they are not professional counselors. In some cases where it seems that a professional counselor or social service agency might be helpful, the Lay Minister may offer a referral or recommendation.

How Do I Contact a Lay Minister?

If you feel as though it might be helpful to talk with a Lay Minister, please call Assistant Minister Dottie Mathews at (920) 731-0849, or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Your absolute confidentiality is assured.

In addition, please feel free to approach any Lay Minister directly -- they are the ones with the welcoming smile and the lay ministry nametags.