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August 11, 2016
Issue #366
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Next Issue August 25, 2016
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August 14, 2016: "Traveling the Great Ocean: from UU to Buddhism"
Myra Bicknell, with Suzi Musgrove, Worship Associate
"I believe that humanity is basically one. I believe that it is possible for any human being to communicate with any other human being, to feel for any other human being, to be friends with any other human being." ~~Sangharakshita, Founder, Triratna Buddhist Community
Myra Bicknell grew up at the Marin Fellowship of Unitarians (as it was then) and was active in the Liberal Religious Youth (LRY) for many years. She currently practices with the Triratna Buddhist Community, a worldwide group headquartered in the UK. Her talk will explore links between Unitarian Universalism and Buddhism and will highlight some of the social justice work happening in India through the Buddhist Revival. Myra works in non-profit finance and operations and lives in Mountain View with her wife Elaine and their two cats, Jake and Zephyr.
August 21, 2016: "Poetry as Prayer"
Rev. Bob Drake, with Karen Auroy, Worship Associate
How often have we come across people who are averse to prayer, want to pray but don't "know how" or just don't understand what prayer is supposed to be? Who has not questioned her own facility at prayer? What IS prayer? Is prayer an invocation or supplication of/to God; or is prayer a mystical union, metaphorical representation and alignment with the transcendent, or a deeper part of our own self and spiritual essence? This sermon will look at several beautiful poems and consider a different approach to prayer. In particular, we will look at the poem "The Lark Ascending" by George Meredith (1828 -1909), from which Ralph Vaughan Williams drew his inspiration for his beautiful orchestral piece.
Rev. Bob Drake is a long time Unitarian Universalist and returning pulpit speaker at UU Marin. He has a Master of Divinity degree from the San Francisco Theological Seminary, where he is Adjunct Professor of Restorative Justice, Trauma and Spirituality. For the past two years, Bob has been a full-time hospice chaplain. He is also a mediator and restorative justice practitioner and bereavement specialist. Recently he has started a new ministry: Ocean Soul Renewal, leading grieving and healing workshops aboard his 36-foot sailboat on San Francisco Bay.
(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:
8/14/16
Favorite Books Potluck
8/21/16
Gallows Humor/Joan Nelson
8/28/16
Long Term Relationships/Janice Prochaska
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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A note from our new Interim Minister, Rev. Joy Atkinson
I am looking forward to being among you again and helping you navigate another ministerial transition.
I have spent the summer, since finishing up my interim ministry in Hayward, mostly in bed, recovering from foot surgery that I have put off for many years. As of this writing, I still can't walk or drive, but I expect to be able-bodied again in a few weeks if all goes well and my bones fuse properly.
This coming fall I expect to lead several cottage meetings designed to help us get to know each other better and to explore issues and challenges facing the congregation. These meetings will be scheduled at different times (weekends, days and nights during the week) so that each of you can have a chance to attend one of them.
May the remainder of your summer go well. See you soon, when I am vertical again.
Rev. Joy
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Administrator out of office
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Janette will be out of the office on vacation until the afternoon of Monday, August 15, and again Thursday August 18 - Sunday August 21 to attend a family memorial. If you need to reach the office, please contact Karen at karen@uumarin.org. if you have a facilities emergency, please contact Norm at facilities@uumarin.org or call his cell phone, 415-578-8625.
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Religious Exploration nUUs
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From your DRE
Our religious exploration includes the value of putting our faith into action. "Faith without works is dead." - James 2:14. UUs want to make a better world and this takes leadership.
We want to develop moral leadership characteristics in our youth.
We have a bunch of kids who want to learn how to be good leaders in society.
Please help me help them.
Help us get our YAC to the Youth Leadership Training in Portland. A YAC is a Youth and Adult Committee responsible for planning and implementing youth programing in the church. Our HS youth group (YRUU - Young Religious UUs) has been participating in a Bay Area Youth Lab sponsored by a grant from the UU Church of Berkeley. The grand finale of the grant is a trip to a Pacific Western Region (PWR) weekend skills training in Portland (arriving at PDX airport). We hope to take six youth and two - three adults. The cost is about $250 per person, but if you have mileage points for flying or from a credit card which you could donate that would help out our expenses.
contact Jef
Save the Date - November 19th - Grateful Dead historian and publicist Dennis McNally will be at UUCM in a rare speaking engagement. Our Youth Advisor, George Pegelow, has a special connection with the Dead. He will share this at the event too. This is a fundraiser to support YRUU projects and leadership development. We expect standing room only, so keep an eye out for early bird ticket sales.
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Upcoming dates link to the UUCM calendar for saving on iCal, Outlook etc.
12PM -4 PM
10:30 AM
12 PM -1:30 PM
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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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On
September 11, our Ingathering Sunday, bring water and/or stones
from your summer adventures/vacations/stay-cations, real or virtual!
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Sign up to light the Chalice on Sunday
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We need people to sign up for the Chalice Lightings in August. You can sign up directly through SignUp Genius, or call Valerie,
(415)827-0800
or email Valerie.
This is an easy way to participate in the Sunday Service. You can provide your own statement or get a suggestion from the Worship Associate.
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The UUCM Book Club will not meet in July or August. At our September 21st meeting we will discuss books we have read over the summer and plan the reading schedule for the coming year. Bring your calendars and suggestions. All are welcome, we meet the third Wednesday of the month at 7:30 in the Clara Barton room.
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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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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:
August 25, 2016
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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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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:
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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