1036 Solana Drive,Solana Beach, CA 92075
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Welcome to the UUFSD Weekly Newsletter!
Inspired by our UU principles, we are a vibrant, intentionally diverse congregation that models and promotes both locally and globally: love, spiritual growth, service, right relations, and sustainable living.
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Newsletter Submissions
and are limited to 100 words. Your listing will be published once unless you indicate otherwise on the submission form. The deadline for submissions or changes is 10:30 a.m. Wednesday for publication in the following Friday's newsletter.
*If you do not receive an email confirmation of your submission, please email office@uufsd.org.
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Upcoming Services
June 25, 2017
"End of Life Options"
Guest Speaker Jacie Rowe IV
Worship Associate: Linda Pratt
July 2, 2017
"Interdependence Day"
Guest Speaker Larry Jones
Worship Associate Christie Turner
July 9, 2017
"Self Care"
Guest Speaker Maggie Rinata
Worship Associate: John Sherman
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Dinner and a Movie!
THIS Saturday, June 24th, 6:30-9:15pm, in Founders Hall
Free if you're under 35, $5 donation suggested for others to help with food costs.
Critics call Touched with Fire an extraordinarily sensitive, nonjudgmental exploration of bipolar disorder and creativity. The film stars Katie Homes and Luke Kirby as two poets whose art is fueled by their emotional extremes. They pursue their passion which breaks outside the bounds of sanity, swinging them from fantastical highs to tormented lows until they ultimately must choose between sanity and love.
Dinner Discussion: John M. Kelsoe, Jr., MD, a UCSD psychiatrist, researcher and professor shares insight on current research associated with bipolar disorder. Dr. Kelsoe is known for his longstanding focus on the genetics of psychiatric illness and bipolar disorder in particular.
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Healing Our Losses
Saturday, June 24th, 10:00am-4:00pm, in Founders Hall
You are cordially invited to attend this free workshop that enables people to begin to heal their unresolved grief and to make necessary changes in their lives.
Dr. Jack Miller gives this workshop out of gratitude for all that he has been given along the way. Dr. Miller is a former Catholic priest who founded The Center for Education on Death and Dying, Inc. and Cook County Hospital's Palliative Care Program. Dr. Miller also helped to establish Chicago House-the Midwest's first residence for people with A.I.D.S.
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Food Bank Volunteer Results
for June, 2017
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Weekly Call To Action
"Resistance is what love looks like in the face of hatred." - Rev. Dr. William G. Sinkford, former President of the Unitarian Universalist Association
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We bagged 11,500 lbs. of oranges this month at the San Diego Food Bank in just 2 hours.
A great way to put 'Service is our Prayer' in ACTION! Thanks everyone!
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Promoting the inherent worth and dignity of every person includes access to health care for everyone. Protect the Affordable Care Act (ACA) by calling Senators Feinstein and Harris and asking them to use the tools of "withholding consent" and "filibustering by amendment" to prevent passage of the American Health Care Act, which would repeal the ACA. [Optional: Share why the ACA is important to you/your family.] Dianne Feinstein (202)224-3841/(619)231-9712; Kamala Harris (202)224-3553/(619)239-3884.
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T-Shirts "Standing on the Side of Love"
Call the attention to LOVE - order your t-shirt now! $12 each
Just a few still available:
Small 1; Medium 4; Large 5; X-Large 2; Youth-Medium 1; Youth-Large 6
Please contact Patricia Cofré-Stone at pcofrestone@gmail.com
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Wear Orange, Demand to be Seen!
Gun violence kills more than 90 Americans a day and injures hundreds more. That's why this June 2nd on National Gun Violence Awareness Day, Americans across the country will Wear Orange-a color that demands to be seen-to send the powerful message that there is more we can do to end gun violence. Join the #WearOrange movement.
We will have information and orange ribbons at the Social Justice Table on the Patio. Please wear orange as much as you can during the entire month of JUNE and help us raise awareness on this important issue. Check out the Bulletin Board with information about Gun Violence so you can educate yourself on the issue and the daily tragedies.
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UUFSD Social Justice Action (SJA) is Looking for Coordinators
The SJA is looking for a coordinator for our LGBTQ program. The coordinator communicates with LGBTQ partner organizations to identify ongoing programs for fellowship participation. The coordinator encourages other fellowship members to join in local and national LGBTQ events.
The SJA Human Rights Task Force is looking for a co-coordinator (to join Irv Himelblau) for the Immigration Reform and Education program. Coordinators plan action items including, but not limited to legal clinics, voter registration, bearing witness at border events, etc. They also outreach to partner organizations in an effort to widen the scope of projects in which members and friends of the fellowship can participate.
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The Challenge to Keep the Water Flowing...
Your chance to help unlock a $50,000 match for
Water Works at Camp de Benneville Pines!
The Final Task
Dear Friend,
I'm writing today to ask for your support as we seek to keep the water flowing at Camp de Benneville Pines.
Last year, Camp spent thousands of dollars trucking in water from another source, just so campers could enjoy our beautiful swimming pool. For six weeks we sent campers offsite to swim. During the Lake Fire, summer 2015, the USFS fire fighters needed to access our water tank and could not.
We never seem to be finished with improvements at Camp. And having replaced all the waterlines in in the past five years, we now face the task to secure our water collection source: a new, larger tank ready to sustain Camp through drought, earthquake and fire.
And we need to have the money in place by the end of August 2017 or we can't move forward with the installation of the new tank, which means we will have to go back to the drawing board with the US Forest Service.
With your support now, we can:
Add a second tank to capture mountain spring water so we have ample water for drinking and swimming at camp
Install a bypass system so that we can perform tank maintenance without shutting down camp
Add a hydrant by the tank so the USFS can easily access water in case of fire.
Right now we have a $50,000 challenge from a wonderful camp lover at the UU Fellowship of San Dieguito. That means that every dollar you donate will be matched dollar for dollar!
You can find our donation page
here.
Thank you for considering making an investment in camp's future with reliable water source at de Benneville Pines!
Click
here for more detailed information about the Funding Challenge and what it provides.
Hope to see you on the mountain top soon!
Janet James, Executive Director
Camp de Benneville Pines
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Do You Have Some Free Time This Summer?
If so, please join other UUFSD volunteers at the Community Resource Center (CRC) food distribution center, 656 Second Street, Encinitas on Thursdays, 10am-12:30pm. June is covered, but we could use your help in July, August and/or Sept. Activities include helping CRC clients "shop" for food from the pantry shelves, unloading/sorting incoming donations of food and household items, and re-stocking pantry shelves.
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Annual SAC Backpack Project Sundays, June 25-August 20, 2017
Our goal is to provide 100 backpacks filled with supplies for children and teenagers in need at the Community Resource Center in Encinitas, Local San Dieguito Schools, Stand-Up for Kids a homeless teen program in Oceanside, and Colonia Carrettas in Tijuana Mexico.
$20 donation will provide supplies for a backpack - $25 donation will provide one backpack -
$45 donation will provide one filled backpack.
Types of Supplies: pens, pencils, note pads, crayons, markers, rulers, calculators, paper clips, scissors, etc. For Homeless Teens: toothbrushes, toothpaste, socks, combs, brushes, make-up, shampoo, soap or body wash, and deodorants. Gift cards appreciated.
Please bring donations to the Social Justice table in the Core Area.
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WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO ENGAGE IN MEANINGFUL MEMBERSHIP?
Membership Expectations:
One of which is- contributing time and talent. (It's important!) Congregations work because their members find ways to give of themselves, whether through singing, financial management, sharing their passion for social justice, organizing, cooking, greeting-the list of tasks goes on. (and on and on and on).
Finding ways to give back that nurture your own soul helps to avoid vexation and supports your own growth. (and it's fun!) We are here to support your growth. Help us help you! Look for Adrienne (and helpers) THIS Sunday after service and next Sunday-we will have signup sheets for our Summer Volunteer Needs. T
Thank you in advance for your time, love and investment in our fellowship. Adrienne@uufsd.org
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Hollyhock Group Campsite, Mt Laguna
All Fellowship Campout June 30th - July 3rd
Our May campout had 16 families! I lead various hikes throughout the weekend. Mountain bikes are also useful. The altitude keeps the heat away, but it still can be warm, so bring your EZ-ups and water guns. I will have a portable misting device.
Saturday night we have a Community Stew, skits, songs and entertainment.
$30/family $5/daytrippers
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5th Principle Campaign
Sunday, July 2nd after 10:00am Service
Indivisible Patriots invites you to live the UU Fifth Principle of utilizing the democratic process in society at large. Visit our table in the Core Area after service on Sunday, July 2. You can write a postcard to your elected official (we'll have all the supplies/info needed at the table). You can register to vote. Also, we'll be providing short demonstrations on how to use two free tools that make telephone calling and faxing your elected officials fast and easy. The time to engage your elected representatives is now!
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Buildings and Grounds Work Party
Saturday, July 8th, 9:00-Noon
Our July UUFSD Buildings and Grounds Work Party will be on Saturday July 8 from 9 AM to Noon followed by lunch. Please come help. Details will be available soon. Thanks
Ken Schultz
760-753-3502
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Upcoming 2017 Camp de Benneville Pines Events
7/9-7/15:
PWSD Elementary Camp
/Counselor in Training Camp
7/16-7/22:
Junior High Camp - filling up fast! (Waiting list for boys)
7/23-7/29:
Senior High Camp - has short waiting list, get on it now
7/30-8/6:
Family Camp - nearly full!
8/6-8/10:
Singing in the Pines UU Choir Camp
8/6-8/13:
Summer Camp for Adults
8/12-8/16:
Walking the Walk, Social Justice Family Camp
8/18-8/23:
Art Groove 2017 (adult art camp)
9/1-9/4:
PSWD Young Adult Retreat (Labor Day Weekend)
9/8-9/10: Yoga Retreat
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Movie Reviews with Dirk and Cynthia
THE GIFTED
The Gifted is the story of a seven-year-old math prodigy trying to balance her intellectual needs with the desire for a normal childhood. Her fiery passion for both pursuits create heartfelt family tension between her uncle/guardian and her grandmother. With excellent acting and sure-handed direction, this underrated gem capably grabs your interest with your heartstrings without overdoing it. No longer in theatres, I heartily recommend renting or streaming this in the near future.
Dirk Reemtsma
I believe this movie is no longer in theaters but I loved it and you should put it on your "to rent" list. It's fun, surprising and well acted. It's about a single dad, played by Chris Evans, who is conflicted with the decision on how to normalize his gifted child's life. Octavia Spencer plays the neighbor we all wish we had. And the little gifted child is played by McKenna Grace and she is perfect in the role. It's a great story.
Cynthia Gladstone
WONDER WOMAN & DEADPOOL
For the most part, I am not an action-hero type movie goer but the reviews were so good on this I gave it a try. And I was thoroughly disappointed. The coloring was dark and the story long - 2 hours, 21 minutes to be exact. The ending had a positive message so I liked that for the younger generation and I would even watch the ending again. So rent it to watch the ending, otherwise I can't recommend it.
For another action hero, I loved the action movie DEADPOOL. It is so funny and you can rent it now before the DEADPOOL 2 Movie comes in 2018 which I look forward to
reviewing and getting those belly laughs.
Cynthia Gladstone
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Your Friday Good News Report
10-Year-old Boy Invents Device That Will Save Children From Hot Cars
First Ultra-Accessible Waterpark for the Disabled Just Opened its Doors
When Truck is Vandalized With Racist Graffiti Auto Shop Will Not Just Stand By
New Way of Growing Rice Could Help Solve World Food Crisis
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Events for the Week of
June 25, 2017
CA-Core Area, Amp-Amphitheater, PL-Palmer Library, FH-Founders Hall,
YRUU-YRUU Room, OC-Off Campus, PC-Pine Cones Classroom
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Sun 6/25/17
9:00am CA
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Sunday Morning Discussion
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Mon 6/26/17
6:00pm PL |
Freethinkers-We Agnostics Recovery |
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Mon 6/26/17
7:00pm FH
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SMART Family & Friends
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Wed 6/28/17
9:30am PL |
Mindfulness Meditation |
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Wed 6/28/17
12:00pm OC |
Women of the World |
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Thu 6/29/17
5:30pm PL |
Buddhist Meditation |
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Thu 6/29/17
1:00pm FH |
Watercolor Art Class |
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Fri 6/30/17
10:30am PL |
Buddhist Meditation
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Sat 7/1/17
10:00am FH |
Healing Our Losses with Dr. Jack Miller |
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Sat 7/1/17
5:00pm PC |
Encinitas-Advaita-Vedanta
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Sun 7/2/17
9:00am CA |
Sunday Morning Discussion |
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Sun 7/2/17
11:00am FH Patio |
Senior Discussion Group |
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