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UPCOMING SERVICES
Sunday, February 12
Youth Service
Two services, at 9:30 & 11:15 a.m. UUC youth will be leading the service. Music by the youth. The plate collection will go to the
NW Immigrants Rights Project.
Sunday, February 19
Intergenerational Service
Two services, at 9:30 and at 11:15 a.m. Rev. Beth Chronister and Melody Moberg will be leading the service. Music by the Intergenerational Choir.
Sunday, February 26
Two services, at 9:30 & 11:15 a.m. Rev. Jon Luopa will be leading the service. Music by the Loft Choir.
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SUNDAY'S FLOWERS
This Sunday's flowers are given from the congregation in honor of the Youth Group and all their hard work in preparation for the Sunday services.
To sponsor flowers for Sunday worship in honor of a loved one or occasion, call the office or sign up in the volunteer workroom.
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BLACK LIVES MATTER VIGIL
Sundays at 10:45 a.m.
The UUC Racial Justice Team is continuing our Sunday morning public witness "Black Lives Matter" action. We will meet in the Memorial Garden and then move to the front sidewalk. For more information please click here or email the UUC Racial Justice Team via uuchurch.org/social-justice/racial-justice.
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CLIMATE ACTION TEAM
Sunday, February 12 at 1 p.m. in Howe
This meeting is open to all.
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CARING SHAWLS
Sunday, February 12 at 1:30 p.m. in King
Please join us if you would like to knit or crochet with others while we make shawls and baby blankets for UU parishioners who are going through a difficult time, or celebrating the addition of a new baby or child to their family.
We will have basic instructions available, and have a limited supply of appropriate yarn and needles/hooks for these projects.
Stop in to pick up yarn, or stay to enjoy two hours of lively discussion. We welcome needle workers of all ages, genders, and skill level.
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WEDNESDAY FORUM
Febuary 15, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in Knatvold
We will watch some of Neil DeGrasse Tyson's videos on "The Inexplicable Universe" and have discussion afterwards. All are welcome. Bring your lunch and enjoy Tyson's wonderful presence and intelligence to explain so many mysteries to us.
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STREAM OF LIGHT CLUSTER
Saturday, February 18, 6 p.m.
We will be meeting at the home of Meryl Thulean, 1300 University St., Apt. 10C.
Please bring a dish/bottle to share.
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MEDITATION OPPORTUNITIES AT UUC
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Photo by ransomtech / CC BY 2.0
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WEDNESDAY EVENING MEDITATION GROUP
This group meets throughout the year (most) WednesÂdays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Meditators of all ages and abilities are welcome to attend.
ZEN BUDDHIST MEDITATION AND DISCUSSION
Friday mornings, 10 a.m. to noon, in Knatvold
Meditate with a group, learn about Zen Buddhism and enjoy fellowship while exploring a UU-friendly form of spiritual practice. More info...
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CARE TEAM AND HELPING HANDS ASK "HOW CAN WE HELP YOU?"
The Care Team serves people in the UUC community when they encounter illness, grief, medical events, and other life issues. We all need a little help sometimes. If you find yourself
needing a listening ear or a little help, please
email the Care Team or leave a message on their voicemail at 206) 454-7722. We are trained lay volunteers. We check for messages twice daily and keep your information confidential.
Could you use an occasional meal or ride during a difficult time? If this is what you need, email Helping Hands or leave a message at (206) 454-7722. We'll forward your request to either our rides or our meals coordinator. Each maintains a list of willing and able volunteers.
We also want to match drivers who could add a passenger (either occasionally or regularly) when driving to and from church. Please contact us if this is something you would like to do. |
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WEEKLY E-NEWSLETTER
February 10, 2017 Vol. 7, No. 6
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Artwork by Olivia van der Toorn
YOUTH GROUP WORSHIP SERVICE
This Sunday is our annual youth group worship service - a service created and led by our talented, thoughtful teenagers. The theme of the worship is
Trains
- exploring how we move forward together, although we may get on - and off - at different stops.
We are honored to dedicate our plate collection this Sunday to our partner community organization Northwest Immigrant Rights Project.
During the service, two youth, Sophia Johnson and Iris Jones, will speak about their transformative trip to the US / Mexico border last April to learn about immigration justice. Then, we will hear about NWIRP from Erin Lunde Keenan, the organization's Development and Communications Director.
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DEDICATED PLATE COLLECTION
Sunday, February 12, 2017, Both Services
Sunday's dedicated plate collection will benefit the
Northwest Immigrant Rights Project, which promotes justice by defending and advancing the rights of immigrants through direct legal services, systemic advocacy, and community education.
NWIRP is a nationally-recognized legal services organization founded in 1984 with four offices in Washington State. Each year, NWIRP provides direct legal assistance in immigration matters to over 10,000 people.
In the week since President Trump announced new executive orders on immigration, NWIRP has been busy! Attorneys rushed to SeaTac airport to secure the release of travelers from predominantly Muslim countries who were detained and facing deportation. Together with other legal partners, NWIRP has filed two class action lawsuits challenging the legality of the executive orders that directly impact Muslim immigrants and refugees, and their families. NWIRP is also leading community education efforts across the State, steadfastly committed to defending and advancing the rights of immigrants and ready to take quick and decisive action against injustice.
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MEN'S BREAKFAST
Saturday, February 11, 9 a.m. to noon in NJH
Our topic will be "Making Connections Outside Our Community In Coping With A Post-Trump World: How Do We Best Dialogue With Those Who Differ From Us?" The registration fee for this hot breakfast event will be $10, and scholarships are available. There are lots of ways that you can volunteer to help; please email Mike Kippes or phone him at (425) 881-1014 with any questions.
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SEABECK MULTI-AGE UU MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND RETREAT
Friday-Monday, May 26-29, Seabeck Conference Center, Seabeck, WA
 For more than 30 years, the East Shore and University Unitarian Churches have come together on Memorial Day for an all-ages weekend of fellowship at Seabeck Conference Center on Hood Canal. Part retreat and part social event, Seabeck puts a uniquely Unitarian Universalist spin on the American custom of "church camp," providing three days of fun, friendship, relaxation, and revitalization for Unitarians of all ages. Bring the family, come solo, meet up with old friends and get acquainted with new ones. Programs and workshops for all ages are offered.
During the weekend, an optional two-day workshop will be run by Kiya Heartwood, an award-winning, internationally touring, roots/folk singer songwriter, composer and change artist. Her workshop, "The Music in Me," will include explorations, exercises, experiments and just plain fun. See the Seabeck webpage for more information on Kiya Heartwood and this year's program.
Stop by our table in Nathan Johnson Hall after the service on February 5 or 12 to see photos or ask questions. If you have attended Memorial Day Seabeck before and will be available to talk with folks at UUC after the service, please pick up a button that says "Ask me about Seabeck." Wear it proudly and tell your friends and acquaintances what a wonderful time you had!
Registration is on a first come-first served basis on the East Shore website. Contact Seabeck Registrar, Dianne Upton or call 425-505-3744, with any registration questions. Contact the 2017 Seabeck Dean, Jennifer Sill Reichert (UUC), with other questions about this year's Seabeck weekend.
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SOUP AND SOLIDARITY
On Wednesday, January 25th, 60 people gathered at UUC for the first Soup and Solidarity. Over the course of that evening, we spent time listening to one another's hearts, exploring the meaning of solidarity, and determining what our next steps might be within our circles of influence.
Read more about January's event here.
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PAGES FROM THE UUC BOOKSTORE
The UUC Bookstore has titles to tide you over during snowstorms, bus commutes, sprained ankles, or long weekends. Here are a few choice reads:
Anxious
, by Joseph Le Doux. The latest Science Book Club selection.
We Are the Change We Seek
, edited by E.J. Dionne and Joy-Ann Reid. The speeches of Former President Barack Obama, all greater than 140 characters.
Upstream and
Felicity,
the two latest books by Mary Oliver.
The used book cart is burgeoning with donated treasures. We also have the first six volumes of the Lemony Snicket series, in case your kids haven't read them yet. Stop in on Sunday and browse.
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WHEN WE CONTRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF THIS COMMUNITY...
When our daughter was a teenager, she attended regional gatherings of Unitarian high school kids called "cons." When UUC was planning to host a social justice con, our daughter was given a leadership role, where she learned about things like handling registration, feeding 50 kids fun but healthy food within a budget, and preparing programs and speakers that were engaging and appealing to kids her age.
Some things didn't turn out exactly as planned. A registration got lost, a speaker didn't show up on time, and some of the kids didn't like quinoa. But in the end, she was really proud of what she'd accomplished, and we realized that UUC was intentionally creating opportunities for our young people to learn by making mistakes, in situations where the stakes weren't too high.
Now we understand that these rich learning experiences weren't accidents. The national UU association created curriculum and training for adult youth group leaders; our Pacific NW District offered venues and budgets and scheduling and connections to other congregations; and our church paid for insurance and recruited seasoned youth advisors. Our children would not have had such memorable experiences without UUC members making annual pledges to our church, some of which went to the UUA, some to PNWD, and some to our own congregation.
When you contribute to the life of this community, your money helps fund opportunities for our youth to grow up understanding our UU principles and practicing them in a safe loving environment. Thank you!
-Joanie
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NEW MEMBER RECEPTION
 On Sunday, January 29th, UUC hosted a reception for members who had joined in the last two years, and those who were prepared to sign the membership book that day. New members were introduced to representatives from the Board of Trustees, Leadership Development Committee, Stewardship Committee, Care Team and staff.
Please join UUC staff in extending the warmest of welcomes to Laura Prevo, Kate Wright, Victoria Scott, Lana and Lynn Staheli, Erika & Baback Roshanravan, Keith Ward & Carolyn Cunningham, Gary & Kristin Sampson, Peter Daniel, Martha Dye-Whealan, L. Claire Groshans, Katherine Briddell, Nir Barnea & Carol Nelsen, Marla K. Murdock, Emily D. Grantz, Ruth Helman, Lana M. Allaire, Tiffany Greenleaf Koenig, and Deirdre Cochran. |
PACIFIC NW DISTRICT ASSEMBLY
Saturday, February 25, Eugene, Oregon
 Unitarian Universalists from four states will be gathering at the beautiful new building of the UU Church in Eugene on February 25 for the Pacific Northwest District's annual District Assembly.
Meet Jim Key, Moderator of the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA), and learn about recent changes to congregational funding of our national association and regions. You'll also hear from the three candidates running for President of the UUA - one will be elected by congregational delegates at General Assembly in New Orleans this June. You can participate in the Assembly Choir, learn from workshops focused on vital aspects of congregational life (including one presented by UUC's own Susan Howlett), and engage in discussions about how our seven principles can help address our current political reality. Lunch is included on Saturday, and you're warmly invited to stay for Sunday services at the Eugene church.
Find out more and register by February 15 at pnwduua.org/district-assembly. Hope to see you there!
If you plan to attend and are willing to serve as a voting delegate from UUC, please contact our Senior Minister, the Rev. Jon Luopa as soon as possible.
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SCREENING OF "13TH" THE DOCUMENTARY
Sunday, February 26, 1-4 p.m. in Knatvold
Join UUC's Racial Justice team to view and discuss in community, 13th, Ana DuVernay's 2016 documentary film. Food provided.
Contact
Christine Edgar
by Feb. 19th if you would like childcare. Youth are encouraged to attend with their families.
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WEDGWOOD MEANINGFUL MOVIE
Friday, February 10, 7 p.m. at Jubilee Hall, Our Lady of the Lake Church, 8900 35th Avenue NE
Speciesism: The Movie (94 min, 2013) is an eye-opening, yet fresh take on the array of atrocities brought on by the factory farming industry. Most of the animals used for food in the United States are raised in giant, bizarre "factory farms," hidden deep in remote areas of the countryside. In Speciesism: The Movie director Mark Devries set out to investigate these practices. The documentary takes viewers on a sometimes funny, sometimes frightening adventure, crawling through the bushes that hide these factories, flying in airplanes above their toxic "manure lagoons," and coming face-to-face with their owners. With thought-provoking interviews Devries scored with everyone from Peter Singer to Bruce Friedrich to Richard Dawkins, Devries positions himself as the man on the street, looking up all the counter-arguments he could find on why humans use and abuse animals, and then asks the impressive roster of experts those questions.
Today, prominent individuals and political activists have termed the assumption of human superiority speciesism. Speciesism: The Movie brings viewers face-to-face with the leaders of this movement, and, for the first time ever on film, fully examines the purpose of what they are setting out to do. After watching Speciesism: The Movie, you'll never look at animals the same way again. Especially humans.
Please join us for the film's showing. It's FREE and open to the public! Donations to defray cost of screening rights gladly accepted. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Parking is available on NE 89th and NE 90th streets. The film begins at 7 p.m. with a facilitated community discussion to follow.
More information at www.wedgwoodmeaningfulmovies.org. Sponsored by the Wedgwood Justice and Peace Coalition.
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SEATTLE ATHEISTS' DARWIN DAY CELEBRATION
Sunday, February 12, noon-3 p.m., Samena Club, Bellevue
 Jonathan Tweet (UUC member) and his picture book, Grandmother Fish, are special guests at Darwin Day this year. Darwin's birthday is February 12, and Seattle Atheists is once again hosting family-friendly event in his honor. Jonathan has many evolution activities lined up, and the event features crafts, games, other speakers, and more.
Free (donations accepted). 15231 Lake Hills Blvd, Bellevue. [More details]
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