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UUCA - A place to Connect |Grow | Serve
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Sunday Worship
April 23, 9:15 and 11:15 a.m.
"Desert Wisdom"
Rev. Aaron McEmrys and members of the Youth Group reflect on their transformative experiences in Hopi
Award-winning singers/songwriters, Jim and Ashley Cash of Woven Green will provide music, along with soothing and healing soundscapes.
Livestreaming of the service here.
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Taking care of our seedlings. . .
Our seedlings have thrived under the loving care of the preschool
AUCP--It's been a truly transformative experience for all!
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Missed Last Sunday's Service?
Here are the recorded sermons from Sunday, April 9 and Easter Sunday, April 16
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Sunday's Give the Plate will go to three of our community partners--ALIVE!, A-SPAN, AFAC. UUCA has for decades offered its support of money and volunteers to give a helping hand of food, shelter, and support to our neighbors who have needs. We chose to partner with the best-managed agencies in our community, who are equipped to serve our neighbors well. ALIVE! is Alexandrians Involved Ecumenically, and for many years has offered a wide range of services to all ages in the City of Alexandria. A-SPAN (Arlington Street Peoples Assistance Network) offers aid and counsel to people without homes in Arlington. AFAC (Arlington Food Assistance Center) provides groceries to residents in need. 
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 All-Ages Potluck and Walk to Help the Homeless -- THIS Saturday, April 22, 5-7 p.m.
Join Rev. Linda, Director of Religious Education LeeAnn Williams, and leaders from A-SPAN for a family-friendly potluck, conversation about helping others in need, and a walk to help the homeless.
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A-SPAN and ALIVE! Food & Toiletries Drive
 UUCA is collecting food and shelter items for A-SPAN and ALIVE! Donation bins are in the upper and lower lobbies. Thru May 7, please bring any of the following to UUCA:
- FOOD: Low-sugar cereals, peanut butter, canned meat (tuna, chicken, beef stew, etc.) pasta, mac & cheese, canned soup, canned vegetables, etc.
- NECESSARIES: Deodorant, soap, shampoo &conditioner, disposable razors, shaving cream, combs &brushes, mouth wash, toothbrushes, toothpaste. Small sizes only.
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Transmissions Meditation Service
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Tuesday, April 25, 7:30 p.m. UUCA Center
Join
Rev. Aaron for our next Transmissions meditation service when we gather in beloved community for reflection and contemplation on the light, life, and rebirth that spring brings to our lives. Music and soundscapes provided by Jim and Ashley Cash of
Woven Green.
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 Save the Date:
An ALL-CHURCH Celebration Honoring Rev. Linda. Sunday, May 21, 6-8 p.m., at UUCA
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CURE Meets TONIGHT
Thursday, April 20, 7:30 p.m.
 This evening, Thursday, April 20, the Northern Virginia Chapter of CURE (Citizens United for Rehabilitation of Errants) will hold its monthly meeting in Room 12 from 7:30-9:00 p.m. If you are not familiar with CURE, please come and learn more. Generally CURE advocates for more rational, effective, and humane criminal justice polices. In particular, prison visitation issues are among the topics to be discussed. For more information, contact Ric Blacksten, hricblacksten@gmail.com or 703-980-5899.
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Art Reception-Poetry Reading and
Bookmaking Workshop
On Sunday, April 23, 3-6 p.m., there will be an Artist Reception and Poetry Reading as part of the current exhibit in the Center Gallery--Thou Art: Identity in Words and Color. The exhibition features original art created for the book of poetry, Thou Art. Poets who contributed to Thou Art and poets from UUCA's Where I'm From project will read their poems.  After the reading, an optional Bookmaking Workshop will be led by the artists Sushmita Mazumdar and Sughra Hussainy for those who would like to make their own copy of the poetry book Thou Art. There is no registration for the reception or reading, but registration is needed for the workshop. Cost is $30 and includes all supplies. Register for the workshop by contacting Carson Herrington, ecarsonh@gmail.com.
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Hometown Habitat -- A Screening of prizewinning environmental movie
Wednesday, April 26, 7 p.m.
Plan on bringing your family and friends to this timely film screening (April is Earth Month). The film shows how and why native plants are critical to the survival and vitality of local ecosystems.
Film director Catherine Zimmerman will be with us on Wednesday night to introduce the movie and lead a discussion. Childcare will be available. Check out the current issue of
The Arlington Connection newspaper which features an article about the film. The screening is sponsored by UUCA DIG Team, co-sponsored by Kol Ami, Rock Spring Congregational UCC, the Virginia Native Plant Society, and the Arlington Regional Master Naturalists.
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April 29, 30
With the ongoing dismantling of regulations that protect the environment, the need to make our voices heard is more urgent than ever. Please join UU's from all over the country when we gather to march together in the Faith contingent of the People's Climate Movement: March for Climate, Jobs, and Justice. (Note, this is not just a DC effort--People's Climate Marches will be held world-wide that day.) Gatherings before and after the March are scheduled in DC. The March is on Saturday afternoon and follow-up activities are at All Souls UU on Sunday. A detailed schedule of UU events is HERE. Not physically able to make the march? There are several ways you can still support the effort. See the link to the schedule of events above.
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MAKE PROTEST ART for Climate Fest
Saturday, April 22 & 23
 The Sanctuaries has the great honor of having been invited to make big-scale protest art for the faith bloc of the People's Climate Fest March (see above). Whether you're a visual artist or not, you can be part of this unique and important campaign. Come any time: Saturday, April 22, 2-8:00 p.m. and Sunday, April 23, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., 1135 Okie St NE, Washington, DC.
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Voices for Solidarity Concert
Friday, April 28, 6:30 p.m.
 UUCA is excited to announce that the Voices for Solidarity Concert has been rescheduled for next Friday, April 28, 6:30 p.m. The concert will help raise money for scholarships for Dreamer immigrant students. If you had not purchased tickets before, you can do so by clicking here. Tickets will also be available at the door. If you have any questions or concerns contact Lizzett Uria, executivedirector@dreamproject-va.org, or 703-672-1541. Can't attend? Follow the event with the hashtag #VoicesforSolidarity on social media.
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Living the Pledge: April Sharing Through Books
Friday, April 28, 7:30 p.m.
 The Underground Railroad is a National Book Award winner and #1 New York Times bestseller that traces a young slave's dangerous journey as she seeks freedom in pre-Civil War America. The author Colson Whitehead describes the brutality of slavery and plantation life. The important questions for us are: What are the legacies, positives and negatives, of the violence, attitudes, and cultures as described in Whitehead's novel. Join us to discuss the book and its relevance in the 21st century. Copies are available in local libraries, but be sure to reserve a copy now.
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Same Family, Different Colors: A Book Talk About Race, Color, Culture and Family
Saturday, April 29, 2 p.m.
 Author Lori L. Tharps will join community members, friends and families of AUCP and UUCA for a talk about her answer-seeking journey to the heart of identity politics, family dynamics and the so-called color problem. It is one mother's search for the answer to a vexing question: Does skin color really matter? Ms. Tharps is an award-winning journalist and author who frequently writes about race and identity. She is also the mother of three Mixed Race children with three distinct skin colors. Same Family, Different Colors is the result of Tharps' personal and professional inquiry into the unique configuration of her own nuclear family and other colorful families like hers from the African American, Latino, Asian American and Mixed Race communities. Tharps will lead a discussion, do a short reading and answer questions. Books for signing and sale will be available as well.
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DO IT GREEN Workdays & Meeting
 Enjoy digging in the dirt or simply working outside? UUCA's DIG Team invites you to the upcoming grounds-keeping workdays in May. Bring work gloves and gardening tools. Extra tools will be available.
- Saturday, April 29, 9-11 a.m.
- Thursday, May 11, 9-11 a.m.
- Saturday, May 27 - 9-11 a.m.
Would you like to share your ideas or interest in maintaining our grounds? Please come to the next DIG planning meeting on Wednesday, May 17, 3-4:30 p.m., in the Volunteer Room. For more information on DIG, contact Jennifer Frum,
frumjb@gmail.com.
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Saturday, April 29, 7:30 p.m.
The documentary
GerryRIGGED: Turning Democracy on Its Head will be screened here at UUCA on Saturday, April 29, 7:30 p.m. OneVirginia2021, an organization committed to education and advocacy, with a multi-partisan approach that includes Republicans, Democrats, and Independents, created the film. A discussion and action planning will be held following the screening. For more information,
click here.
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Jesus: First Century Rabbi
With Rabbi Gilah Langner with Reverend Linda Olson Peebles
Sunday, April 30, 2017, 5-6:30 p.m.
 How do Jews view Jesus? How did Jesus compare to the other Jewish sages of his time? Using the recent book by Rabbi David Zaslow, Jesus: First Century Rabbi, we'll explore the identity and stance of Jesus as a Jewish rabbi. How Jewish was Jesus? How similar or radical were his legal and spiritual teachings compared to other leaders of his time? Rabbi Langner and Rev. Peebles will explore the impact of looking at Jesus this way might have on Jewish-Christian relations. The class is open to the public; Kol Ami welcomes the participation of members of our host church, the Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington.
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We Celebrate 10 Years of Your Support!
A Celebration Reception May 7, 12:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall |
Partners for Arlington & Guatemala (PAG) Says Thank You!
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PAG: A Partnership of Heart--Celebrating UUCA's solidarity and support for the people of Guatemala and our immigrant neighbors in Arlington. Thanks to your support:
- Mayan pursuit of justice in Guatemalan courts has advanced with 17 accompaniers over 10 years
- Currently, sixty students who lost parents or grandparents in the genocide are advancing in school and out of poverty, as have hundreds over 10 years
- We have touched the lives of our Buckingham neighbors, helping with computer classes, temporary employment, legal papers and fiestas!
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Meals on Wheels Deliver More than Food
Are you looking for a satisfying way to live our church's ideal of Connect, Grow, Serve? Do you have a friend you would like to see regularly? Are you seeking a way to participate in some meaningful community action? Meals on Wheels is for you! Congregants from UUCA deliver meals on the fourth Thursday and Friday of each month.
Read more.
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English Writing Improvement Correspondence Coaches Needed
 The English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program now includes a writing improvement correspondence component. Students submit a piece of writing by email and writing coaches spend about a half hour editing the submission and providing feedback. For more information on joining the coaching team of this interesting and rewarding project, please Ric Blacksten, hricblacksten@gmail.com or 703-980-5899.
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Religious & Lifespan Education
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RE Art Show
 Our 1st-4th grade Religious Education classes have been creating 7 Principle banners as part of a year-long exploration of our UU heritage. Join us for a special art show opening on Sunday, May 7. Kids and teachers will be on hand to share the meaning, processes, and stories of creating these lovely and fun works of art.
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Wellspring Wednesdays--Registration OPEN. Classes: April 26 thru May 31
Wellspring Wednesdays begin next week! There are so many classes to choose from--Start the evening with a light meal, then gather for a 15-minute worship service, followed by classes. Free childcare provided.
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All Ages Sacred Drum-Making Workshop
Saturday, May 13, 12:30-3:00 p.m.
Last month's drum-making workshop was hugely popular, so much so we are offering the class again. Jim and Ashley Cash will again lead the class. Below are the size options for the drums. Class is limited to 10 and registration is required. Click here for general information and to register.
- 10" Elk Drum - $110 each participant
- 13" Willow Oak Hoop 3 1/4 inch deep Elk - $140 each participant
- 15" Octagon Cedar Elk - $160 each participant
- 17" 16 sided Cedar Elk - $175 each participant.
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Holistic Moms Meet
Thursday, April 20, 7-9 p.m.
Join the Arlington/Alexandria chapter of the Holistic Moms Network on April 20 for a conversation about the "Benefits of Therapeutic Massage for Family Health." Elizabeth Shrader, MPH, LMT, founder of The Well in DC, will discuss how massage can be used to support your family's health. Elizabeth specializes in prenatal, labor, and postpartum massage for women, and infant massage instruction for babies and their caregivers. Meetings are free and open to the public and children are welcome. Visit the chapter website for more information at here.
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Open Budget Meeting
 This is your chance to review and comment on the 2017-18 church budget.
- Sunday, April 23, 1-3 p.m. in the Chapel
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HUUmanists View Bishop Spong Video
Mon., April 24, 7:15 p.m.
 All are welcome to join the HUUmanists in viewing a video of the address by Episcopal Bishop John Shelby Spong upon receiving the American Humanist Association's Religious Liberty Award at its Conference last year. All are welcome. For further information, contact Jere Cummins, jeroldcummins@gmail.com.
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Your Legacy, Your Decision
Wednesday, April 26
 What plans do you have in place to ensure that the important people and causes in your life will be provided for after your death? What will happen should you become incapacitated? Wills, trusts, and powers of attorney are essential tools to ensure that your wishes are followed, but they are only tools. How do you make the decisions, and how do you use the tools?
For a quick, informative session, join Arlington attorney Ed Zetlin--plus members of UUCA's Legacy team--on the first week of Wellspring Wednesdays, April 26. There will be plenty of time for Q&A, and you'll go home with a packet of valuable resources. This session is particularly aimed at the needs of Baby Boomers, but all are welcome. (Other sessions will be held later, starting with one aimed at parents of young children on May 17.) To register, click here. For questions about this session, contact Diane Ullius at diane.ullius@gmail.com.
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Artisans and Donated Art Items Needed
Accepting applications for artisans and seeking volunteers to make Spring Hunt for Treasure a success. We also need vintage and great condition second-hand art items (including functional art such as pottery). Donated art items will be collected Sunday, April 23, and Friday, April 28. If you plan to donate an item or would like to volunteer, please email Kate Gallup, gallupk@gmail.com. Artisan information here. Artisan application here.
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The Best Annual Pledge Drive Ever -- A Webinar Series
 There are many roles to be filled and skills needed for a successful and spirit-centered annual pledge effort. What can we do better? What do we need to change? What do others do? What can you bring to the table? If you were wondering how this works, this is the time!
UUCA is participating in a series of three 90-minute webinars designed to help Unitarian Universalist congregations in the UU Association Central East Region apply stewardship best practices to improve the effectiveness of their annual pledge drives. This is a perfect opportunity for UUCA congregants to learn about what is involved in our pledge campaign well before we put together a team to commence work for next year's campaign in the fall.
The three sessions will be held on three successive Monday evenings:
April 24, May 1, and May 8. All sessions will convene at 6:30 with discussion prior to each 7 p.m. broadcast. Come for one session or all. Contact
Bruce Rieder,
brieder@comcast.net, if you'd like to attend.
READ MORE.
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Come to LFFP Talent Show supporting Peace Camp
Sunday, May 4, 4 p.m. (OFF SITE)
 Have fun and help Peace Camp at the same time? Plan to attend the 4th Annual LFFP Talent Show on Sunday, May 4, 4 p.m. Come to Joe's Movement Emporium (3309 Bunker Hill Rd, Mount Rainier, Md.) and support UUCA's Peace Camp. Tickets available here. Or show your talent in support of Peace Camp, sign up to perform at here. Have questions? Email Kristen@lffp.org.
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First Meeting of Soulful Business Network
Friday, May 5, 7:30-9 a.m. Boardroom
 Are you a business person who would like to meet other UU's who are business people too? This new group is an informal business exchange network for business people in the greater Arlington area who are Unitarian Universalists or who feel a connection to Spirit in their lives. The goal of the group is two-fold--to have fellowship with each other and to network in support of our businesses. Join us for our first networking breakfast on Friday, May 5. Registration is $10 and a light breakfast is provided. RSVP here. Questions? Please contact Beth Offenbacker, bethoffenbacker@gmail.com, 703 623 4811. Flyer here.
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Arlington Chorale Spring Concert
Sunday, April 30, 4 p.m.
UUCA is honored to be host of the
Arlington Chorale, an ensemble renowned for its high quality and compelling concerts, founded 50 years ago by UUCA's own Music Director Emerita
Vera Tilson. Now under the baton of Artistic Director and Conductor, Dr. Nancia D'Alimonte, the Chorale will present "Sumer is Icumen In"--traditional and contemporary music by Rutter, Hogan, Luboff and others. Family and friends are welcome. Free. For more information, visit
ww.arlingtonchorale.org.
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Call-out for PRODUCERS
 Chalice Theatre, UUCA's inter-generational theatre group, is looking for a producer or co-producers for its 2018 production. Chalice Theatre has a 20 + year history as part of UUCA's arts ministry, promoting community building, social outreach and spiritual growth. Its goal is to provide opportunities for dramatic expression, theatre arts education, and community outreach for all ages. The producer is the "heart and soul" of the production, a key decision-maker and point of contact for questions and information about the production. Prior theater experience is helpful though not a "must," and the producer is supported by the Chalice steering committee and experienced volunteers. Chalice Theatre brings UU values to all that we do, from the cornfields of Oklahoma! to the swampy bog of Shrek, The Musical. Come join our creative, fun-loving, and enthusiastic group! For information, please contact: Rob Albro, robert.d.albro@gmail.com and/or Amy Shepherd, AmyKateShep22@gmail.com.
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Handbell and Clerestory Choirs
Spring Concert
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- Questions about Connections? Contact MaryAnn@uucava.org.
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