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Thursday, August 24
All Souls Board of Trustees meeting.
All are always welcome to attend the meetings of the church's Board. Come get involved in the governing of our church community. 7:00 pm, library.
Saturday, August 26
Memorial service for All Souls member Sarah Leonard.
Rev. Hardies officiates. 3:00 pm, UU Church of Silver Spring (10309 New Hampshire Ave, Silver Spring MD).
Sunday, August 27
A Train Through Trump's America.
Rev. Hardies. A gay dad and his adopted multiracial son take a train trip across Trump’s America, in part because the son loves trains … in part because the father wants to reclaim America for his family. What did they learn along the way?
Mindful Souls.
Mindfulness, meditation, and community. 11:45, classroom 2.
Silver Souls monthly meeting
. 11:45 am, library.
Sunday, September 3
Immigrant Rights Vigil at the White House.
On August 15, a vigil began that will continue through September 5, when ten states’ attorneys general are threatening to launch a lawsuit against the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program to force more deportations. Thousands of people’s lives and futures depend on this and similar programs. Join Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice and others for a day of resistance to defend DREAM students and other immigrants. Bring signs, church banners, water and food to share, and family and friends. All day, White House sidewalk bordering Lafayette Park.
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Adult Spiritual Development
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The ASD Committee is looking for people with ideas about classes, workshops, field trips, and other ways to fulfill the church’s goal of “spiritual growth and transformation.” Meet and work with other members to support ASC’s adult programs. All are welcome.
Roots & Wings
is a six-session exploration of All Souls, Unitarian Universalism, and your own spiritual journey. It's also a great way to bond with a smaller group of your fellow congregants. Two classes this fall, one meeting on Sundays after church, the other on Monday evenings. Register at www.all-souls.org/asd.
Intro to Adult OWL (“Our Whole Lives”) workshops.
We’ll discuss values, communication skills, and spirituality as we build understanding of healthy sexual relationships, with attention to UU/OWL values and how they inform our notions and experience of our sexual being. Participants can attend any one of these sessions—or all of them! Register at
www.all-souls.org/asd
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- Workshop 1: Sexuality and Communication (Sep. 17)
- Workshop 2: Sexual Diversity (Oct. 8)
- Workshop 3: Sexuality and Aging (Nov. 5)
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Children and Youth Religious Education
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September 3rd, Sunday, 11 am - “Scales and Tales” Nature Program. Meet live reptiles and large birds and hear their stories! Brought to us by the Maryland Parks Dept
Children, Youth & Adults needed for Story For All Ages on Sept 10th, first day of 2 services
Children needed to assist Ushers on Sept. 10th
“Teachers” still needed with the following classes in the fall: 11:15 2nd/3rd and 4th/5th
RE Registration available on our website (all-souls.org/re/registration). All babies –Sr. High must be registered. We are no longer charging a fee for registration. When making your annual pledge to All Souls, please consider what our programs for children and youth mean to you and your family. Every family is required to volunteer in RE in some way. Contact Dolores to find the best fit for you.
Contact Dolores Miller, Director of Religious Education for Children & Youth (dmiller@allsouls.ws; 202-517-1469).
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Nourish the congregation and come cook with the
Sunday Lunch Ministry
on Homecoming Sunday (Sep. 10). At the first of this year’s Sunday lunches we will gather together to share our stories, nourish our bodies, and celebrate the All Souls welcoming mission and spirit of community. All helping hands welcome! Sign up one, two, or all three essential roles.
- Prep (9:00-11:15): Chopping, measuring, stirring, etc. just show up in the kitchen at 9:00 to help.
- Serving (12:15-1:15): Serve food, run the cash box, keep the food flowing; meet in the kitchen at 12:15 to get an apron and instructions.
- Cleanup (1:00-2:30): The most important job is to leave the kitchen ready for the next group!
Social Justice (SJ) Feds
is a community of support for federal employees experiencing moral or ethical quandaries as we strive to serve our nation with integrity. Meetings are confidential, supportive, non-partisan, safe spaces where we check-in with one another about how we, our colleagues, and our agencies are faring. We have also conducted informational discussions about federal employees’ oaths, rights, and benefits, and we are open to new areas for discussion. Meetings are held monthly and members have hosted social events as well. To take part, email
sjfeds@gmail.com
with your name, agency/role, and personal email address.
Jubilee Singers seek new members for upcoming church year.
The All Souls Jubilee Singers will kick-off its activities for the new church year with a meet-and-greet rehearsal on Tue., Aug. 29, at 7:30 pm. We are seeking new members who love singing, can carry a tune and match pitch, and will commit to consistent participation in rehearsals and scheduled performances. We view singing as a vital ministry that can promote social change and enrich the lives of individuals. We sing to promote action for social justice, love, healing, and care for our planet and all of its inhabitants. Our repertoire is drawn from many genres including spirituals, gospel, blues, jazz, and styles from cultures around the world. We rehearse weekly on Tuesday evenings. We provide music for worship services at All Souls on one Sunday per month, usually the second Sunday. We also accept invitations to sing for occasional community events. The ability to read music and church membership are not requirements and there is no audition. You may begin your association with the Jubilee Singers by arriving a few minutes early for a Tuesday evening rehearsal and singing with the group. It’s helpful to contact Director Lenard Starks (
lstarks@allsouls.ws
; 301-633-6559) or Choir President Bob Jayes (
rjayes@mfa.gwu.edu
; 202-641-5674) in advance, but not mandatory.
All Souls English as a Second Language (ESL)
will start classes again on Sep. 17, at 1:00 pm. If you are interested in volunteering with the program, mandatory volunteer training will be Sun., Sep. 10, 11 am - 2:30 pm (after first service) in the dining room. Fall classes meet Sundays 1:00-2:45 pm at the church through Dec. 10. Interested adult students can register in person at All Souls on Sep. 17 at 1:00 pm. Email
all.souls.esl.dc@gmail.com
with questions.
Interested in being a Worship Associate at All Souls?
Be a part of serving in the pulpit to welcome the congregation and introduce the offering collection five or six times a year. You would also serve as buddy to a worship associate for setup prior to services. Training occurs once or twice a year. Contact Jana Owens (jana_owens@hotmail.com).
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All Souls Church Unitarian | 1500 Harvard St NW, Washington DC 20009
202.332.5266| www.all-souls.org
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