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Wednesday, February 22
Philosophical Souls: What is Truth? This month Philosophical Souls returns to where philosophy began, to a question that could not be more timely: What is truth? What is the value of truth? How can a conception of truth make space for disagreement and diversity of perspective, for uncertainty and doubt, and for faith? How can we challenge apparent falsehoods while acknowledging our own incomplete and evolving understanding of the truth? What does it mean to "live in truth"? How does trust involve truth...and truth involve trust? Join us for these and your questions! We’ll meet near Dupont Circle. Discussion starts at 7:00 pm, snacks start at 6:30. All are welcome! To RSVP and get directions, contact Sara (sarafrueh@gmail.com).
Thursday, February 23
Young Souls Book Club. February’s read: R.J. Palacio’s Wonder. 7:30 pm, contact Reeve (reeve.tyndall@gmail.com) for address.
Saturday, February 25
Memorial service for Angela Webster. 1:00 pm, sanctuary.
Sunday, February 26
9:30 and 11:15 am. Worship service: Becoming Ungovernable: Notes for the Resistance. Rev. Rosemary Bray McNatt. We are less than 40 days into the new administration, and progressive religious people seem torn between the pragmatic and the prophetic. What stances could we take that are most faithful to the Holy's call upon our lives.
The Rev. Rosemary Bray McNatt is president of Starr King School for the Ministry in Berkeley, CA, and the author of a memoir, Unafraid of the Dark.
Heiwa Peace Pilgrimage information session. Interested in this November's pilgrimage to Japan? Come learn more today or Mar. 12. Questions? Contact Chuck Wooldridge (cwooldridge108@comcast.net). 11:00 am, library.
From Rights to Justice: An Interactive Workshop on Unitarian Universalism and Reproductive Justice. The political landscape calls upon UUs to mobilize for access to reproductive health care, and the UUA urges us to make our voices heard, “as the religious voice has often been used to limit access to reproductive justice.” This interactive workshop will explore questions such as: How is reproductive justice different than reproductive rights? What is the connection between UU principles and access to the full spectrum of women’s health care? What is the intersection between reproductive justice and economic, racial, LGBTQ and immigration justice? What does sanctuary for women in need of reproductive justice look like? How can we find common ground with other faith groups in DC? Presenters include Jeryl Hayes, member of All Souls and assistant director of public policy at Physicians for Reproductive Health, and Rev. Rob Keithan, All Souls’ social justice ministry consultant and longtime organizer on religion and reproductive health issues. Childcare is available for those who request it by February 13. To register, email Tracy Zorpette (tzorpette@gmail.com). Sunday, February 26, 12:45-2:30.
The Silver Souls welcome all to join us in building the Beloved Community and working for service, justice, and spiritual growth. 12:45 pm, library.
Young Souls February Brunch. RSVP on Facebook. Questions? Contact YS Social Chair Alice Goldberg (alicekgold@gmail.com). Meet in Pierce Hall after 2nd service to walk together, or meet at Acre 121 (1400 Irving St NW) at 1:00 pm.
Mindful Souls. 12:45 pm, classroom 2.
Monday, February 27
Classic Movie Mondays. Watch a critically acclaimed film while enjoying popcorn and a movie-inspired cocktail. Co-hosted with Souls in the Center. Contact Reeve (reeve.tyndall@gmail.com) for more info or check out this blog post! Mondays, show time at 7:30 pm.
Tuesday, February 28
Covenant Group Facilitator Training. If you’re already facilitating a covenant group or may be interested in doing so, come for this exchange of ideas and best practices. 7:00-9:00 pm, Tupper Room
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New Testament Discussion Group discusses 2nd Corinthians 10 to Galatians 3. Everyone's welcome. For more info, contact José Luis Sánchez (jl.sanchez@verizon.net). Every Tuesday, 7-9 pm, library.
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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.
From Rights to Justice: An Interactive Workshop on Unitarian Universalism and Reproductive Justice. Explore reproductive justice within the context of broader rights and justice. Sun., Feb. 26, 12:45-2:30pm.
Roots and Wings. Learn in depth about All Souls Church and Unitarian Universalism. Six Tuesdays, Feb. 28 - Apr. 4, 7-9pm, Eaton Room.
Howard Zinn's A Power Governments Cannot Suppress. 3 Wednesdays, Mar. 15, 22, 29, 7-9pm, Longfellow.
Let's Read Orwell's 1984. “Every year fewer and fewer words, and the range of consciousness always a little smaller.” It is not 1948 or 1984, but Big Brother and Newspeak are more relevant than ever. Participate in a discussion of 1984, George Orwell's dark vision of a totalitarian state that falsifies reality to assert power. Mon., Mar. 20, 7pm. RSVP to Wendy (wendyjudithcarter@gmail.com).
An Actor's Perspective: Antigone. Exploring the rich complexity of Antigone from an actor’s point of view, using Seamus Heaney's contemporary adaptation The Burial at Thebes. Sat., Mar. 25, 10am-3:30pm (with lunch break).
My Vocation: Do I Really Have One of Those? Explore the meaning of vocation and calling and how they reveal themselves in your life. 4 Mondays, Apr. 17, 24, May 1, 8, plus half-day retreat on Sat., May 13.
New Testament Discussion Group. Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm, through May 3.
Feminine Power book club: Regena Thomashauer's Pussy: A Reclamation Story.
Thursday evenings, 7pm, Tupper.
Coming soon: resilience discussion, Chomsky's Who Rules the World?, Philosophy as a Way of Life weekend retreat, and more.
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Social Justice series from the UUA Central East Region
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Courage for Racial Justice with Chris Crass, Anti-Racism Movement Builder. We will deepen our commitment to work for racial justice; reflect on our particular roles, responsibilities, and opportunities as white people; and find the emotional and spiritual resources to sustain our action. Event open to everyone. Register here. Sat. Mar. 11, All Souls Church.
Building Authentic Diversity with Revs. Rob Keithan and Rebekah Montgomery. We’ll build an analytic framework and concrete skills for effectively developing relationships across differences, focusing on change in a congregational context. Participation is open to everyone regardless of previous experience with this kind of work. Register here. Sat., Apr. 15, Fairfax UU.
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Your Board of Trustees, Church Council, and Leadership Development and Nominating Committee need YOU to fill two critical openings for church officers: secretary and assistant secretary. The Secretary keeps minutes of the monthly Board of Trustees meetings, preserves the church’s historical records, and ensures the accessibility of church policies, among other tasks. The assistant secretary takes minutes of three Church Council meetings each year, organizes the semi-annual Find Your Ministry Fairs, attends Church Council planning meetings, supports the church moderator, and fills in for the Board secretary as needed. If you’re interested, please contact LDNC Chair Mary Topolinski (marytopolinski@gmail.com).
Are you on an All Souls committee, serve as greeter or usher, sing in a choir, or otherwise participate as a lay leader? The Leadership Development course needs Big Buddies like you! Share your skills and experiences, impart your wisdom, inspire others, cultivate relationships that help build the Beloved Community at All Souls! Contact Erika Landberg (202-491-7321; erika.landberg@gmail.com) or Andre Taybron (info@broneist.com), or visit the Leadership table in Pierce Hall.
Want to become more involved in caring? Caring Souls are recruiting three or four coordinators for transportation, meals, visits, and possibly telephone calls. Responsibilities include acting as minister's liaison and recruiting and scheduling volunteers.
Valet parking for older church members. Sunday morning parking is difficult, especially for those who can’t walk many blocks to church. The city will not let us reserve spots close to the church, so the Caring Souls would like to arrange valet parking for members with impaired mobility. Meet a member at church and then park their car for them. Interested? Contact Caring Souls Coordinator Carrie Davidson (carriejdavidson@gmail.com).
Unhappy with the election results? If you want to get involved and are unclear how, join Allies Against Racism, an anti-racist white ally group. We facilitate involvement in anti-racist activist groups like Standing Up for Racial Justice (SURJ). We support each other through regular meetings and a "buddy" system to help us attend events. Help us dismantle white supremacy and fight for our neighbors! Contact Andrew Hall (andrewhall4@gmail.com) or visit our table in Pierce Hall after service.
The All Souls ESL program is growing! Thirty students from 16 countries attend our Sunday classes, and 21 are also connecting with volunteer tutors. Enrollment and classes continue Sundays from 1- 2:45pm at All Souls Church. New students welcome. Contact all.souls.esl.dc@gmail.com for more information.
Do you speak American Sign Language? Have an interest in offering equal access to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing? Want to help make a difference in the church? We are forming a committee that will provide access to church services and programming for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Interested? Contact Office Manager Rose Eaton (reaton@allsouls.ws) or Rev. Rebecca Parker (rparker@allsouls.ws).
The Adult Spiritual Development 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. Contact Gary Penn (gpenn@allsouls.ws).
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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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