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Sunday Worship
October 30, 9:15 and 11:15 a.m.
"The Things That Scare You"
Rev. Aaron McEmrys, Senior Minister
Join Rev. Aaron and a joyful assemblage of musicians for a celebration of the Day of the Dead, a special day of remembrance. All are invited to bring pictures or other mementos of ancestors to place on an altar.
Music includes:
Woven Green,
Maya Rogers, and UUCA singers and musicians of all ages will lead us in music.
Parents note: It's an All Welcome Sunday when children stay for the whole service.
TRAFFIC NOTICE: We don't want you to be late or stuck in traffic on Sunday - please see info about road closures in Arlington and the District due to the Marine Corps Marathon. And, we wish the wind at your back to all our UUCA runners.
Livestreaming of the service here.
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As part of our service of remembrance, we will have a brief re-consecration ceremony of our Memorial Garden following each service. It will take place near the top of the drive.
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Give the Plate: La Cocina
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UUCA is excited to announce a new partnership with
La Cocina, an Arlington-based organization that creates job opportunities for unemployed Latinos through job training in the hospitality and food service industry. La Cocina empowers the unemployed as agents of social and economic change.
Read more.
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Check out our new YouTube "sermon only" playlist
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 Annual Auction - Volunteer Sign-ups now online!
Online volunteer sign-ups, tickets and catalog are available HERE. |
 Last Sunday to Buy Raffle Tickets
Be sure to buy your tickets for this year's beautiful quilt that was handmade by the Quilter's Covenant Group. The raffle drawing will take place at the Annual Auction.
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 UUSJ Fall Cider Fest
Sun., October 30, 4-6 p.m.
Join UUs for Social Justice of the National Capital Region for a family-friendly celebration to thank our members and supporters for all that they do to advance social justice in their communities! Special note: Don't get stopped in traffic, see info about road closures on Sunday due to Marine Corp Marathon. Flyer. Costumes optional. RSVP appreciated HERE. |
 Help Get Out the Vote!Sat. Oct. 29 Canvas in Annandale or join All Souls' mega phone bank targeting North Carolina. Email Kathy Dunne for more information. |
Introducing Warren's Blog -
A View from the Chair
He talks of values - check it out here.
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 Islamophobia: Replacing Fears with Facts
Wed., Nov. 9, 7:30 p.m.
Rev. Dr. Linda Olson Peebles will welcome our Muslim neighbors and other outside guests for a presentation and discussion entitled Islamophobia: Replacing Fears with Facts. The presenter will be Ms. Meira Neggaz, Executive Director of the Institute for Social Policy and Understanding (ISPU).
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 Volunteers Needed: Kids Holiday Craft Party
Sat., Dec. 3, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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Bagged Meal Volunteers Needed
 This is a great volunteer opportunity for families and groups. Meet in the church kitchen this
Sunday, Oct. 30, 2 to 5 p.m. Contact:
Ken Perkins-Gough.
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 Coat Drive
Sun., Nov. 6
Gently-used and clean coats for men, women, and children are greatly appreciated. Donations will be given to our Buckingham neighbors. Look for the donation bins in the lobbies on November 6.
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You Got On the Bus for Justice!
Here is a big, warm thank-you hug to our entire UUCA congregation! Thanks to your support, VOICE was able to give voice to social justice issues across Northern Virginia. Thank you for showing up, for standing up, and for lifting up the spirits of so many others at our action-assembly in Vienna last week. Read more. |
UUCA and UU-United Nations Welcomes Ambassador from Norway
On October 21, UUCA was honored to host a wonderful gathering of supporters of the UUs at the United Nations. The UU-UNO is a leader in fighting for global LGBTQ rights at the United Nations. In recognition of the work and support of LGBTQ rights by the Kingdom of Norway, an award was given to Kare R. Aas, the Ambassador of Norway to the United States.
Click for names in photo.
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Women's Health Care Rededication
 The Falls Church Healthcare Center had a ceremony October 25 to rededicate its enlarged and remodeled spaces, and to celebrate its 15th anniversary. Rev. Linda was honored to be invited to speak and offer a blessing. This event took place just one day after the good news from Richmond that the Board of Health had recalled restrictions on clinics offering reproductive health services including abortion.
Read more.
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Sign Makers Needed
In support of Mistletoe Mall, UUCA's fundraising craft fair show, we are recycling some of the political signs into signs for the craft fair. We need people to collect the signs, people to re-letter the signs, and people to put them up the week before the Mistletoe Mall on Dec. 3-4. If you are available to assist in any of these efforts, please contact Mary Pike. And, save the date to do some of your holiday shopping.
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Condolences to
Caroline Rogus and her family, on the death of her father on October 26, following a long illness.
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Live at the Center Concert - Nov. 5
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Attention early holiday shoppers!
 When shopping Amazon, please remember to use AmazonSmile.com and choose the church as the recipient of a donation. Thank you! |
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Religious & Lifespan Education
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6th Graders and UUCA Elders Share the Chalice Flame
 This past Sunday, UUCA's 6th-grade RE youth spent a fun and meaningful morning joining artistic forces with our church members at Goodwin House. Thirty-three youth and residents collaborated on a special craft, after which they enjoyed a light breakfast and watched the live-streamed UUCA service. Read more.
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 Hungry for spooky sweets?
The youth group is having a bake sale! Halloween-themed treats will be sold after both services on Sunday, October 30 to support the Youth Group Service Trip Fund. Get your delicious baked goods and satisfy your sweet tooth for a good cause!
Also - Mark your calendar for another Youth-sponsored sale --
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Trick or Treat for UNICEF Boxes
 We appreciate every child and their parents who will or have taken UNICEF boxes for trick or treating. You can pick up your box on Sunday and be sure to leave name, e-mail and cell phone #. All boxes are to be returned Sunday, November 6 or 13 to the UU-UNO table in Fellowship Hall. |
Post-Halloween Candy Drive
November 1 thru 7
Arlington Unitarian Cooperative Preschool will hold a post-Halloween candy drive to benefit the
Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation. Encourage your children to donate some of their Halloween goodies (unused and individually wrapped) to families who will enjoy having a special treat throughout the year.
A collection bin will be in the downstairs UUCA lobby the week after Halloween. Read more.
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Lifelong Learning
Favorite Bible Stories
Sun., Nov. 6, 4 p.m.
Come "see" and hear some of your favorite Bible stories -- and some little-known ones -- all told in a new way. Stories will be told by Rev. Madelyn Campbell. More info here.
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MoonFire Samhain Ritual
Sat., Oct. 29, 7:45 p.m.
Come celebrate the ancient Pagan New Year with MoonFire at our annual ritual to observe Samhain (pronounced SOW-wen), the time when the veil between the worlds of the living and the dead becomes thin, our sacred ancestors are close, and divination and magic happen.
More information here.
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Day Alliance - Tue., Nov. 8
Nauck, Nauck. Who's There?
On November 8, Dr. Albert O. Taylor Jr. will discuss the history of African Americans in Arlington, with emphasis on the Nauck community, the oldest such community in Arlington. Dr. Taylor was born and raised in Nauck and is the author of Bridge Builders of Nauck/Green Valley in which he highlights its achievements in the face of obstacles and the legacy it leaves for future generations in Arlington and the wider community. Copies of the book will be available for sale at the meeting.
Coffee and conversation begin at 10:30 a.m., the lecture at 11:00. Everyone is welcome to attend the program. The reserved seating, catered lunch is open to those who reserve by November 3. Cost of the lunch is $15.
To reserve your place at lunch, call Renee Gholz, 703-354-4555.
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Game Night for (30) ISH Crowd
Thur., Nov. 3, 7-9 p.m.
 (30)ISH, UUCA's new affinity group for adults aged 30ish to 40ish , is hosting a board game night! Come join us for board games, fellowship and friendly conversation in room 13/15. Everyone is welcome! Bring your favorite board game if you'd like. And, bring money if you'd like to pitch in for pizza. Questions? Contact Jessi Huffman.
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 Men's Book Group
Sun., Nov. 13, 7:30 p.m.
The men will discuss I Shall Not Hate: A Gaza Doctor's Journey on the Road to Peace and Human Dignity by Izzeldin Abuelaish. Email Ken Marshall or 703-533-8004.
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Poker Players Wanted
 The UUCA Poker Group is looking for additional players. They meet in member homes, usually one Saturday night a month. The play is low stakes, dealer's choice, with a $10 buy-in and a $5 donation to UUCA. If interested, please contact Mary Pike .
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It Takes a Village to Care for Our Grounds
 Members of Leah Rampy's Covenant Group planted native plants near the ramp in an effort to beautify our grounds. It is devotedly hoped the plants will survive. Anyone can participate and families are welcome to help take care of our grounds. To tap into this healthy activity, contact Jennifer Frum.
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A Call for Artwork:
Art Telling a Story
Show running Nov. 20 - Jan. 22
 In conjunction with our December Soul Matters theme (Story) we will host a show of artwork that either tells a story OR has a story behind the image. Stories can be funny, poignant, quotidian -- Any story you want to share.
Please bring your artwork WITH a short statement (100-150 words or less) about its "story" to the Volunteer Room between 9 - 11 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 20. All work must be ready to hang with secure hanging system attached to a rigid substrate. Painting, drawing, collage, photography, fiber art are all accepted. Contact:
Carson Herrington
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2-Day Workshop
Living the Pledge to End Racism
November 12 and 19
8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Whether you've had previous anti-racism training or not, the "Living the Pledge to End Racism Workshop" will challenge you to invest in learning about anti-racism through literature and a variety of other activities that will put you on the road toward increased intercultural competence.
Free childcare with RSVP by Nov. 7.
Lunch included for small donation.
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- Please put "Connections" in the subject box.
- Send announcement (150 words or fewer) in body of email or Word doc attachment.
- Images and attachments accepted, though no guarantee of publishing
- Send announcements to pubasst@uucava.org.
- Questions about Connections? Contact MaryAnn@uucava.org.
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