Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Santa Cruz County
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Current Happenings March 16, 2017
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Sunday Service March 19
Our Middle Period: 1700 to 1867
Religious revivals sweep the United States. Universalism as an
evangelical faith grows to a large denomination. The Civil War splits many Unitarian congregations. Both branches form nation offices. Another period of revolutionary, radical, violent, and
divisive changes.
Worship Leader: Russ Menk
Worship Associate: Sylvia Forsyth
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Sunday Hospitality Schedule
If the initial of your last name
is on the list below for this week, bring a dish ready to serve or ingredient for salad or soup.
Please help with the clean-up
after hospitality hour.
3/19 I - L
3/26 M
4/2 N-S
4/9 T-Z
If you will be absent on your week, please trade with someone for their week, or contribute the next week. Thank you!
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Adult Religious Exploration -
Adult Religious Exploration - What is Sanctuary? What does it mean to us?
Adult Religious Exploration - local Sanctuary Movement Nuts and Bolts Sunday, March 19, 12-1 in the Gallery (or in the Fellowship Hall if the weather is nice)
Put meaning to the words of valuing the inherent worth of all beings. Join us and Jim Weller ( our recent speaker) to explore the issues, concerns and organizing nuts and bolts of our local area Sanctuary Movement. What are the priorities? How do we get involved as individuals and as a Fellowship? What are our obligations as a faith community in this area? These questions and more will be explored. Resources to share!
2017 District Assembly: May 5-6
The 2017 Pacific Central District Assembly will be held May 5-6 at Mt. Diablo Unitarian Universalist Church, 55 Eckley Lane in Walnut Creek, CA.
Registration:
Advance registration is open through April 22: $65 for adults, $25 for youth/children. Minors must be registered by April 22. After advance registration closes, adult registration will be available on site for $75. Walk-in registration will be open Friday evening and early Saturday morning.
District Assembly Program:
Friday evening offers an informal chance to gather, watch a film, and participate in a discussion afterwards.
A highlight of Saturday's activities is the UUA Presidential Candidates' Forum. All three candidates will be present: Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray, Rev. Alison Miller, and Rev. Jeanne Pupke. Come meet the candidates and bring your questions.
Delegate details and links to business meeting materials will be sent to congregations in early April. As materials become available, they will be posted on the District Assembly website. Also, look for the workshop options to be posted to the site soon.
Friday, May 5 - Staff Development Day:
District Assembly Lodging:
Lodging is available nearby and a Google Map of hotels and motels is posted on the District Assembly website for your convenience.
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Fellowship Monthly Calendar
To access the Fellowship's monthly calendar, click here.
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Book Group
Thursday, March 16th 10AM
The Farm, 6970 Soquel Drive, Aptos
Unafraid of the Dark
by Rosemary Bray
In her deeply affecting, vividly written memoir, Rosemary L. Bray describes with remarkable frankness growing up poor in Chicago in the 1960s, and her childhood shaped by welfare, the Roman Catholic Church, and the civil rights movement. "Inspirational-More than a memoir, it is a 1960s coming-of-age tale, a professional development review" This author is Reverend Rosemary Bray McBratt, President of the Starr King School for the Ministry in Berkeley, CA who gave the guest speech at our "50 Years on Freedom" celebration last December.
April 20th book:
Small Great Things
by Jodi Picoult
We are a group of dedicated UU bookies who meet once a month to discuss books. Please join us for coffee, tea, breakfast, or brunch and an always thoughtful discussion.
Questions? Call Linda Monk at 724-4089.
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Bible Study Group for Liberal Religious Seekers
Robert Strayer - a recent guest speaker at our Fellowship - has agreed to lead a bible study group based on the book Transforming Bible Study by Walter Wink. Each session will look at a passage of the Bible. The focus will be on how it resonates in our lives today and its relevance to our contemporary context. This is not an academic study, but rather an exploration of how the language of the Bible speaks to us now and how it can inform our personal spiritual quest. Initially, we are planning four sessions, 1-1/2 hours each, once a month on
the first Thursday from 4:30 - 6:00 pm. Location is still to be determined. The first meeting will be
Thursday, April 6.
Robert Strayer has a Ph.D in History from UW Madison. He is a long time professor of world history, with a particular interest in religious themes; author of "Ways of the World", a widely used world history textbook; a participant in various interfaith activities; and a member of La Selva Beach Community Church and Progressive Christian Forum.
If you are interested in participating or have questions, please contact Ann McCrow at
president@uufscc.org.
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WEED WHACKERS WANTED !
The grass at the Fellowship is growing tall. We need volunteer Weed Whackers (AKA people with string trimmers, and possibly other tall grass cutting machines) to help with the grass. Please contact Bob Bates (bates3@sbcglobal.net or 688-4534 ) to volunteer. If you do not have the equipment, but could help if equipment was provided, also please contact me.
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Other Community Events of Interest
To learn about and engage our community and world:
Saturday, March 18,
2-5pm, Santa Cruz Indivisible event #3. Learn and engage in local activism to promote and support social justice in these complex times. Santa Cruz Civic. Free but need to register. For more info:
http://santacruzindivisible.org/events
Saturday, March 18, 11-1pm. Conversation on Homelessness. An event to increase understanding about homelessness in the SC area and highlight current initiatives. At the Garfield Park Community Church (Circle Church), 111 Errett Circle, SC. For more info: 831-465-2203.
Saturday, March 22, 2pm. Art Smart Family Concerts featuring Venezuelan Music Project. Sponsored by Santa Cruz Public Library and Tandy Beal Dance Company. At SC Vets Hall, 846 Front St. SC. Free passes available. For more information and to get passes:
http://www.santacruzpl.org/news/2017/mar/09/free-admission-discover-go/
Wednesday, March 22, 6-8pm. Immigrant Forum. A workshop sponsored by Community Bridges and Community Action Board's Immigrant Project designed to prepare and support the immigrant community. Topics include addressing children's fears and anxieties, preparing a guardianship plan, and increasing awareness of rights. RSVP please. For more info: tonjes@cbridges.org or Community Bridges Office 831-688-8840 x 208
Saturday, March 25, 8:30-12:30pm. Immigration Preparedness Forum. Sponsored by City of Watsonville and various community agencies. At Watsonville High School cafeteria, 250 East Beach St. Watsonville. Information, resources, strategies. Free child care. For more info: City Manager's Office at 768-3010 or cityofwatsonvile.org/city-of-watsonville/immigration-preparedness-forum
ONGOING: Project SCOUT - Free income tax preparation assistance for seniors, individuals with disabilities and low income people. Various locations, days and times throughout the county including SC Public libraries. For more info, call 831-724-2606 or toll free at 877-373-8297. View the schedule and how to prepare here.
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Contacts
Office Phone: 831.684.0506
Fax: 831.685.6736
Minister: Rev. Russ Menk
minister-russ@uufscc.org
Office Hours by appointment Wednesday-Saturday
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Office Administrator:
Barbara Luther
admin@uufscc.org
Office Hours: Monday-Friday
10:00-1:00
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