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Announcements for July 17th, 2016
This Sunday: 
"Your Sikh Neighbors "

July 17th, 2016
10:00 a.m.
Pulpit guest: Shauna Singh Baldwin
Worship coordinator: Quinn Bennett

Shauna Singh Baldwin from the Sikh Religious Society of Wisconsin will discuss more about the Sikh religion. 

Note: After worship, we are invited to visit our neighbors at the Sikh Religious Society of Wisconsin (3675 N. Calhoun Road in Brookfield, which is just a bit south of Capitol Drive). Our hosts will provide a brief tour of their gurdwara and provide community dining and informal discussion. Bring a long scarf to cover your head when inside the building and be prepared to remove your shoes when you enter. For information about carpooling,  contact the church office .
Religious Education

Religious Education programs for children and youth are offered during the Sunday service.
 
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Church Life
HELP PLAN EARTH-BASED WORSHIP

The EarthSpirit Team works with Rev. Suzelle Lynch to plan and lead UUCW's earth-based worship services. These services center on ritual instead of a sermon, and follow the "wheel of the natural year" as it rolls through the seasons.  On Tuesday, July 19th at 7:00 p.m. the EarthSpirit Team will gather to begin planning for the 2016-17 church year and you are invited! For more information, contact Rev. Suzelle Lynch via the church office. 
NEXT SUNDAY: "MUHAMMAD ALI: THE TRUE EMBODIMENT OF ISLAM"

Sunday, July 24th, 2016
10:00 a.m.
Pulpit Guest: (Shaykh) Noman Hussain
Worship Coordinator: Almuth Soffee

The portrayal of Islam throughout the world has never been so distorted as in recent times. With so much emphasis and focus put on the negative, irreligious actions of those that claim to be Muslim, it is imperative that the true teachings and practices of Islam are highlighted for all the world to see. There is no better way to do so then reflect on the life of a man known as the "Greatest of All Time," our champ, Muhammad Ali.

(Shaykh) Noman Hussain is the Imam/Resident Scholar of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee-Brookfield mosque. He holds a Master's degree in Arabic and Islamic Studies from the Islamic University of Johannesburg, South Africa. He currently resides in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin with his wife and three sons.
ADDICTION RECOVERY MINISTRY SURVEY

Addiction wears many faces and many masks. Whether the substance is alcohol, drugs, gambling, or other addictive behaviors, the spiritual distress of addiction weighs on families and loved ones, as well as the individual suffering the problem.  The Lay Pastoral Care Team of UUCW is exploring ways to provide support to addicts and their loved ones. The need for is Addiction Recovery Ministry is being recognized by several Unitarian Universalist congregations in the Midwest. The initial focus will be to connect anyone with addiction concerns with existing area resources . Support groups could be part of this ministry at some point in the future.  In order to gauge interest here at UUCW, you're invited to participate in a confidential online survey. For more information, contact the Lay Pastoral Care Team   via the church office . 
UUCW LIBRARY CATALOG NOW ONLINE

Thanks to the work of dedicated volunteers, the UUCW Library Catalog is now online at LibraryThing.com. The online catalog is still a work in progress, but it is available for you to look at. You can browse the library's holdings or do a search for a specific title, author, or subject tag. You do not have to be a LibraryThing member to browse the catalog. The Library Committee welcomes your feedback. For more information, contact Carolyn Lawrence, Library Committee Chair,   via the church office . 
LAY PASTORAL CARE TEAM IS HERE FOR YOU

At UUCW, no one need suffer or struggle alone through life's hard times. This congregation is a compassionate and caring community. In times of illness, life transitions, bereavement, and so on, we may need just a little more than words of encouragement or a hug from a friend. The trained, compassionate volunteers on the Lay Pastoral Care Team listen with compassion, trust, and confidentiality. They won't judge or try to tell you what to do. To request contact, fill out the Lay Pastoral Care Referral Form in your order of service on Sunday and hand it to the ushers or directly to the pastor. You may also contact Rev. Suzelle Lynch or Rev. Joyce Palmer   via the church office . All inquiries are handled confidentially.
SEXTON JOB OPENING AT UUCW

The church is seeking a new part-time Sexton. The Sexton  receives work schedules from the Church Administrator. Hours are based on church activities, but the Sexton will work at least one Sunday per month.  Responsibilities include operating the UUCW sound system, lighting, and, occasionally, audio-visual equipment for worship services and other events. The Sexton may also be scheduled to set up and/or take down various room furniture configurations as needed for church meetings, activities, and worship services.  For more information or to apply, contact  Vicki Banville, Church Administrator,  via the church office . 
JOIN THE CAMPUS COMMITTEE

The UUCW Campus Committee needs your help. No maintenance skills are required, only the desire to help make our spiritual home the best it can be. The Campus Committee supports the repair, maintenance, and enhancements of all UUCW properties. This includes all land, buildings, equipment, furnishings, and all related functions or processes for repair, safety, and improvements. For more information, contact Vicki Banville, Church Administrator, or Mike Brown   via the church office . 
SEEKING PIANIST FOR FALL/WINTER 2016

UUCW is seeking a substitute pianist to accompany the choir during Lead Music Director Jennifer Nicolosi's maternity leave. Duties include weekly choir rehearsals and Sunday choir services from September to December. Interested persons may contact Ruben Piirainen, Music Director,   via the church office . 
Photo of the Week
UUCW members and friends joined several rallies for racial justice this week in Wauwatosa and Milwaukee.
Fellowship and Learning
TAP ROOTS: A PUB SPIRITUALITY GROUP

"Dreams and Spirituality" is the topic of Tap Roots: A Pub Spirituality Group, when they meet on Monday, July 18th at 7:00 p.m. at The Silver Spur (13275 W Watertown Plank Road in Elm Grove). Dreams, both literally and figuratively, have had a profound effect on seekers of something deeper, something greater than themselves.  They may guide us in our daily lives, recast our past, or be part of a future that fuels our hearts.  Martin Luther King had a dream.  Do you?  The group will discuss this and more over refreshments. All are welcome; RSVP's are appreciated but not necessary. For more information, contact Jim Gerber or Lee Carmichael   via the church office .
UUCW SOFTBALL GAMES

UUCW's softball team, "The 8th Principle," plays weekly games at Elm Grove Lutheran Church (945 Terrace Drive in Elm Grove).  The next game is on  Tuesday, July 19th at 6:10 p.m. The team welcomes friends of UUCW to attend the games and root them on. For more information, or to get involved with them team, contact Jim Young   via the church office .
FAMILY CAMPING FUN

You are invited to Earth Ministry's summertime campout on UUCW grounds on Saturday, July 30th and Sunday, July 31st. On Saturday, there will be activities during the day, as well as a bonfire, potluck, and music in the evening. On Sunday, there will be a pancake breakfast and the group will attend the church service. For more information, or to volunteer, please contact Almuth Soffee via the church office.
JOIN THE "UU"UKULELES!

Do you play the ukulele? Join this group, where all skill levels are welcome. There will be rehearsals throughout the summer, culminating in a performance during the church service on August 28th. For more information, contact Sue Shockey via the church office.
Living Our Values
UUA PRESIDENT SPEAKS ON DALLAS TRAGEDY

Peter Morales, President of the Unitarian Universalist Association, has published a statement mourning the recent killings of police officers in Dallas, TX. "On Thursday evening during a peaceful protest for Alton Sterling and Philando Castile, police officers were targeted, gunned down, and murdered in the streets of Dallas, Texas. These police officers were doing their job and keeping people safe. No one who opposes systemic racism in America can condone or excuse acts of violence like these murders of police officers. My heart aches for their families and loved ones," Morales writes. If you need to talk, UUCW's Lay Pastoral Care Team is here for you. Contact the team via the church office.
SUMMER FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS

The food drives for June, July, and August will be combined for one recipient: Hebron House of Hospitality. Based in Waukesha, Hebron House provides shelter and services to help individuals and families overcome their homelessness. Last year Hebron House served over 700 people, which included 294 children. The summer months are the busiest time of the year for Hebron House, since many families have greater financial strain due to child care and increased food needs. The food items most needed include: sugar, flour, cereal, granola bars, fruit snacks, trail mix, coffee, creamer, condiments of all types, and canned tuna and chicken. For more information, or to volunteer, contact Ellen Newbauer or Melanie Weston   via the church office .
JULY SPLIT THE PLATE: BENEDICT CENTER

 

The Benedict Center is an interfaith nonprofit agency working with victims, offenders and the community to achieve a system of criminal justice that is fair and treats every person involved with dignity and respect.  Each month, UUCW gives half of all undesignated offering monies to a non-profit organization as a way to help us live our Unitarian Universalist values and serve our community.  For more information about Split the Plate, contact the committee Chair, Phil Kroner, via the church office .
Monthly Newsletter: July 2016

You're reading the weekly E-News. UUCW also publishes a monthly newsletter, called the West Wind, which has more in-depth articles and announcements.

To download the latest edition and see past editions of the West Wind, click here.
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