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Kayleen Asbo, Ph.D., with Karen Auroy and Ted Gaebler, Worship Associates
Kayleen Asbo will be speaking on The Gospel of Thomas and The Gospel of Mary -- two early Christian books which were banned and suppressed in the 4th century. These so-called Gnostic texts present Jesus as a wise teacher whose teachings offer liberation from ignorance by connecting us to our own deepest truths, and Mary Magdalene as the student of his inner circle who best understood and manifested his teachings.
"If you bring forth what is inside of you, what is inside of you will save you. If you do not bring forth what is inside of you, what is inside of you will destroy you."
Kayleen Asbo is a cultural historian whose dissertation was on "Passion and Paradox: The Myths of Mary Magdalene in Art, Music and Culture." She has lectured on Mary Magdalene for the San Francisco Opera, at Chartres Cathedral in France, for the Assisi Institute of Depth Psychology in Italy, at Oxford University, and for churches, seminaries, and spiritual and psychology centers throughout the country. She is a faculty member of the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes at UC Berkeley and Dominican University, where her seminars on Mary Magdalene have been hailed as "profoundly illuminating" and "a total revelation."
UUCM Readers' Theater, with Linda Haumann, Worship Associate
UUCM's own Readers' Theater will present dramatic readings of several short plays, poems, and flash fiction pieces by well known authors that take a lighthearted look at religion, in times and places you'd least expect it. How about 1953, when Elvis meets Jesus and Moses? When "God's Blog" gets a bit snarky on the first Day 7? You'll find more of the divine in the details of "The Orange," "Ode to Hardware Stores," and Woody Allen's "Mr. Big." Come to this service if you want to laugh!
UUCM Readers' Theater (UURT), now in its sixth year, is a dozen adult members and friends of our congregation who gather twice a month to read plays, fiction, poetry, and other literature aloud. We have performed several times a year during Sunday services. We welcome new members; for information, contact
janseagrave@gmail.com. UURT is a program of the UUCM Adult Education Committee.
(If you have an announcement for the Sunday service, send it to
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Contemplative Service 9 am
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This year we will be continuing the Contemplative Service through the summer, and the general topics and lay leaders are listed below.
We also decided to add a few other "potluck" sessions in addition to our periodic Wisdom/Humor Potlucks. For any "potluck" all comers are invited/encouraged to bring something to share---but it is also fine to just come empty handed and partake. In August we plan a Favorite Books potluck where everyone will share their lifetime "3 favorite books".....
We will fill in the remaining topics through the Ingathering in September over the next few weeks.
Topics and Leaders:
7/17/16
Margaret Fuller/Kat Braeman
7/24/16
Poetry Potluck
7/31/16 Jim Gronvold
8/7/16
Mystical Experience/Yvonne Devine
8/14/16
Favorite Books Potluck
8/21/16
Gallows Humor/Joan Nelson
8/28/16
TBA
9/4/16
TBA
9/11/16
Wisdom/Humor Potluck
9/18/16
Awe/Carol Kerr
Our lay-led Contemplative Services are held from
9:00 am to 10:00 am each Sunday in the Fireside Room.
The Contemplative Service was started more than ten years ago to provide an opportunity for Sunday worship in a small group setting. It gives attendees a reflective, spiritual foundation and quiet source of inspiration for the coming week. Readings introduce a silent period to reflect on a topic or idea, followed by an opportunity to share individual thoughts.
Join us. All are welcome to try this weekly alternative to UUCM's traditional Sunday Services.
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Religious Exploration nUUs
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Religious Exploration
Is summer break really half over? Really?!
I am sure glad I got out into the redwoods of Mendocino and volunteered with our district area High School youth at the annual summer camp WUUKY (Western Unitarian Universalist Karmic Youth). This youth-planned and youth-led program is a fabulous testament to hope for the future of the human species. Thanks go out to Peter McAllister and George Pegelow for also volunteering their week. The three of us feel honored to have been brought into the sacred and trusting space of these tender yet awesome teenagers' lives.
Reports from the Middle School Summer Camp (MiSC) also tell of a wonderful, fun-filled, forest week of UU spirit and camaraderie. You might want to mark this in your child's calendar for next year. Usually starts the first Monday of July.
Want to get connected with families at UUCM? Email: Parents@uumarin.org and get on the list.
Teens at M
endocino
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Upcoming dates link to the UUCM calendar for saving on iCal, Outlook etc.
No major events occurring in summer.
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Visitor's Box
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We cherish diversity and welcome among us
people of all races, cultures, ages, abilities, sexual
identities/orientations, and faith perspectives.
GUESTS
are always welcome. Sunday worship is a time for inspiration, renewal, and connection.
CHILDREN AND YOUTH will have a summer program in the foyer and outside.
Nursery and toddler care is provided during the 10:30 service.
There is a speaker system to bring sound from Fellowship Hall to the nursing room and
the pre-K area.
REFRESHMENT HOUR
in the Courtyard or
Fireside Room follows the services.
There are four "Sunday First Time Visitor" parking spots at the top of the parking lot.
Come, join us!
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Interview with Ted Gaebler, GA delegate
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Ted Gaebler attended General Assembly as one of our delegates. I spoke with him on July 11 via Skype.
- Had you ever been to a GA before? No, this was my first one and I was a first time delegate.
- What was the highlight of GA? Being together with 3-4000 like minded liberal religious folks.
- What did you do as a delegate? Had an orientation about what to do, attended a webinar which was a preparation for being a delegate, went to special sessions to learn more about what would be voted on. We voted on business resolutions, and actions. All of the UUA presidential candidates made presentations but Ted didn't go to them.
- We used voting cards to vote (see photo). There were 5 different sessions to vote.
- What business will you bring back to UUCM? The next four-year Congregational Study/Action Issue: "Corruption of Our Democracy" and ideas for committees he is on.
- What was your favorite service - Sunday sermons were the best, they would be good to watch at UUCM. Also the opening ceremony with all the banners was very impressive.
- What workshops did you attend- very many in the administrative area (especially regarding interim ministers), budgeting, and membership.
- There were a lot of workshops on music and RE which he did not attend.
- Anything else - there was a disturbing theme at GA - there was so much talk about conflict resolution.
- Would he go again - yes
- Both he and Mary Gilstrap visited relatives in conjunction with their trips which was very nice.
- He highly recommended others to go to GA.
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Gratitude and Commitment Update - 80% pledged
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Thank you to the 80 households who have submitted their Gratitude & Commitment pledge for the 2016-17 budget! We are at 80%! Together we have pledged $171,149. There are 20 households that have not yet sent in their pledge. Please do so as soon as you can, online at
uumarin.org
or by filling out a paper pledge form. If you need help, please contact Janette in the office at
office@uumarin.org
or call 415-479-4131 x100. Our 2017 church year started on July 1, 2016. Pledging is an annual commitment. We have staff salaries and building costs over the summer that need to be paid. The more you delay in pledging, the more we have to draw on endowment funds to stay afloat. Please help us to be sustainable!
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Touch of Beauty
Don't forget to bring a flower or two from your yard to add to our TOB potpourri this Sunday - and every Sunday all summer!
Sally Schroeder
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Viewing General Assembly Videos and Photos
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In case you didn't watch any of the videos of General Assembly they are still available at
http://www.uua.org/ga/off-site/2016. The Service of the Living Tradition and Sunday Morning Worship had wonderful sermons and all the services had fantastic music.
Norman Davidson took photos at the GA and they are posted on our UUCM
facebook page.
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The Contemplative Service will remain (see schedule under Contemplative Service) The choir is on vacation but Milton will still play his wonderful music. We will have
marvelous
guest speakers from our congregation, Starr King and other places, throughout the summer.
Chip is
on vacation and study leave. Contact the office 415 479-4131 for emergencies.
There will be a modified RE program in the foyer and outside.
Refreshments will be provided in a smaller style. Please sign up in the foyer to help.
Our newsletter will be sent on a modified schedule, see article below.
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Summer Newsletter Schedule
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Starting June 30, the newsletter will be published every two weeks until August 25, then it will revert to the normal weekly schedule. Please pay attention to dates when submitting articles. See publication schedule below:
July 28, 2016
August 11, 2016
August 25, 2016
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Help needed at Mill Street Shelter
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For many years UUCM has provided a big meal for the Mill St. Homeless Shelter on the first Sunday of every month. This need will continue indefinitely. (June Fesler is doing better but still needs help.) If you can help out, even for just one Sunday, please contact
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UU Justice Summit and Camp
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Walking the Walk UU Justice Summit and Camp
July 16-19, 2016 at the Jesuit Center of the Sierra in Applegate, California
Registration is now open for UUJMCA's multi-generational UU justice conference, bringing together justice-seeking UUs and their families for worship, workshops, practical skill development, networking and community building. Workshops by outstanding justice leaders will teach strategies to address climate change; work on housing insecurity; advance immigrant justice; tackle race, class and cultural divides; find out next steps for dignity at work as well as other issues. Spots fill up fast! So visit
uujmca.org/walkingthewalk
to register today
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Social Justice Education/Action
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We have a newsletter list to inform you about
UU Social Justice actions and local issues. Sign up by
replying to this email and typing
"Yes to Social Advocates".
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Contribute to the 3rd Tuesday night dinner at the
First Presbyterian Church.
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Do you know of an inspirational activist who would be a good speaker for one of the Social Justice Committee's education-action luncheons? If so, please contact Joan at figleafjoan@comcast.net (415-506-4166, Cell: 415-595-6221)
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Members only can send an email to UUCM Connect with "subscribe me" in the subject line to start receiving the Uucm Connect newsletter. This is a newsletter for UUCM members who want to sell, give, buy or trade goods or services or make referrals.
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Staff Links
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Nursery Care Provider: Lauren Estrada
Don Beck: 415-892-0642
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Minister's Schedule
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DRE's Schedule
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Minister:
Rev. Chip Wright
On vacation and study leave
For emergencies contact
phone: 415-479-4131 ext. 100
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Director of Religious Education:
Jeffrey Melcher
By appointment
415-479-4131 ext. 104
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I appreciate any feedback about this weekly newsletter.
eWeekly Deadlines for Thursday issue:
Monday by 10 pm - activities and announcements, Staff columns, committee reports
20th of each month - Sunday services
Summer Newsletter Schedule:
July 14, 2016
July 28, 2016
August 11, 2016
August 25, 2016
Weekly articles can contain:
- Notices of UUCM sponsored events, meetings, or other activities which involve the entire congregation.
- Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) or Pacific Central District (PCD) announcements of interest to the entire congregation.
(Staff article length 250 words)
Production, UUCM Connect and Special Announcements Editor: Lisa Cohen
Backup Production Editor: Valerie Taylor
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Marin
415-479-4131
240 Channing Way
San Rafael, CA 94903
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