Sunday, September 22 at 10 a.m.
Worship Leader:
Rev. Patricia Hart
Worship Associate:
Judy Brook
"Of Mountains and Dragons"
September is a time of crisp days, brilliant colors, and returning energy: a season for new ventures, new semesters and getting ready for the winter that will test us. It is also perhaps a season to strengthen our spirits. What I learned from celebrating Michaelmas.
Sunday, September 29 at 10 a.m.
Worship Leader:
Rev. Patricia Hart
Worship Associate:
Kristin Kany
"Going with Empty Hands"
The Jewish traditions of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur celebrate the importance of restoring balance to life by practicing forgiveness. Is it always right to ask forgiveness from those we have harmed, or forgiving those who have harmed us? Do rituals of atonement have something to teach us?
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Need Spiritual Support?
If you think you may need spiritual support for anything that touches a tender spot in your spirit, please call our
Spiritual Support Line
at (
802) 870-0447
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Visit the publication
archives on our website!
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Join Us for Worship This Sunday!
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Sunday, September 15 at 10 a.m.
Worship Leader:
Rev. Patricia Hart, Developmental Senior Minister
Worship Associate:
Doug Facey
"Why Are We Here?"
Where did Unitarian Universalism come from - and where are we headed? Some say that UUism is no longer a religion, but something else entirely. Reflections on how the story of our liberal/progressive religious tradition intertwines with the nation's history, and our role at this pivotal moment.
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Potluck and Coffeehouse
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 Todd Schlossberg
Join Us for Good Food, Friendship and Music on September 14:
Second Saturday Sanctuary City Potluck and Coffeehouse!
The students are back, you can tell - there's no parking!
Leaves tinged with red, hinting autumn is harking
Come gather 'round friends, and join in the scene
At our potluck and coffeehouse, September 14
We share a good meal, right about six
You don't need to hassle, just add to the mix
Bring a hot dish, a salad, dessert, or a stew
If you can, something yummy, to nourish a few
Sign up, if you're psyched, for the open mic
Or sit back and listen, if that's what you'd like
Share a poem, a story, a solo, or song
Tap your feet, clap your hands, or perhaps hum along
All ages are welcome, all talents are relished
It's a pretty sweet scene, I don't think we embellish
Truth be told, there's not much, that you must do
Apart from this one thing: that is, to bring you!
What
: Our Monthly FUUSB Potluck and Coffeehouse
Who
: Everyone! Friends and family welcome
Where
: The Parlors, First UU Society of Burlington
When
: Saturday, September 14, 6-8:30 p.m.
Bring
: A potluck dish, a song, story or poem to perform, yourself
Questions?
Todd Schlossberg:
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Faith Development Teacher Orientation
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 Erika Reif, Director of Lifespan Faith Development
If you intend to teach or assist
in
c
hildren's classes this year,
Orientation will take place this Sunday, September 15!
9:00: Spirit Play training/refresher led by Kim Brockway
(Childcare in the Nursery, light breakfast)
10:20-11:00: General orientation for all classes
11:00-11:30: Teaching team meetings/classroom set-up
(Childcare in the Nursery and outdoor activities for older children, light breakfast)
Questions or want to discuss ways you could be involved?
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Signing Sunday - September 15
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 Sarah Russell
Did you know? If you've taken the New UU classes and made a pledge of financial support to the First UU of Burlington but have never signed the Member book, you are still not an official member! The final step of signing the Member Book is quick and easy but sometimes gets overlooked, so we offer regular opportunities for those who have done everything but "sign on the dotted line" to do just that. You can arrange to sign the book at any convenient time, but to make it even easier we have a Signing Sunday on the third Sunday of each month. On Signing Sundays the Member Book is available in the Sanctuary right after each service for those who are ready to sign. The next Signing Sunday is September 15
so "come on down" and make it official!
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Member Parking Passes
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Our Facilities Manager, David McFeeters, will be selling member parking passes
after the service on Sunday, September 15, on the second floor of the Meeting House.
Passes allow members to park in the Meeting House Oval for up to three hours at any time during the week.
Because we have had fewer parking spaces available, we will only be able to sell 40 passes this year. Also, t
he cost of passes will be raised to $40. There will be no discount for purchasing two passes. We will not be selling passes before September 15. After this, passes will be available on a first come, first served basis. Please contact David for more information:
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Labyrinth News
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Labyrinth Sunday is September 15
Join us at the Labyrinth after the service, weather permitting. The flags will be out around the labyrinth and someone from the Labyrinth Ministry will be there to answer questions and guide you on your walk.
Interfaith Fall Equinox Labyrinth Walk
Monday, September 23 at 5:30 p.m.
Join us in a walking meditation to mark the turning of the seasons as the days become shorter and the nights longer. As the seasons change and call us inward, consider the balance of light and dark in your life. This Fall Equinox Celebration will be led by the UU Labyrinth Ministry members at our Community Labyrinth located on the southwest corner of the UU property. All are welcome. Rain or Shine. Free.
Contact Carol MacDonald (862-9037 or
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New Chalice Circle Starts September 15!
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The "Light of Truth"
chalice
circle
will meet the first and third Sundays of the month, a half hour after services. Friendship, celebration and lighthearted and authentic sharing of experiences with such discussion topics as:
The Kindness of Strangers...Kindred Spirits...Prison (all kinds), Rights of Passage...Telling the Truth (or not)...Leaps of Faith...
Contact Paul Goldberg to join in:
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UU Animal Ministry Invites You to the Movies!
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 Suzie McCoy
The Game Changers takes viewers on a wild ride, investigating the explosive rise of plant-based eating that's powering world-renowned athletes, including Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton, top-ranked tennis player Novak Djokovic, and nine-time NBA All-Star Chris Paul.
Executive produced by James Cameron, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jackie Chan.
September 16,
Palace 9 at 7:30 p.m.,
for a special one-night only event. You don't want to miss it!
Get your tickets here:
gamechangersmovie.com
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| From the UUA: Join the Climate Strikes on September 20! |
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On
Friday, September 20, three days before the UN Climate Summit in NYC, young people and adults will strike all across the US and the world to demand transformative action be taken to address the climate crisis. We are crafting the solutions we need that align with the values and principles of our faith. We know we will need to transition away from industries and practices that compromise our dignity. By growing and uniting the multigenerational climate movement, the strike is the launch of a new era for just and equitable climate action.
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| Run (or Walk!) for JUMP on September 21! |
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Wanda Hines, JUMP Director
JUMP is doing important work:
* Did you know that transportation challenges have an effect on many working poor neighbors? Transit assistance is a critical part of the solution, and that's where you can help.
* JUMP is the only nonprofit providing gasoline assistance, spending annually over $30,000 on transportation support. JUMP also provides bus passes and vouchers for bicycles.
You can Walk, Run, or make a donation TODAY in support of RUN For JUMP. Please mail checks to JUMP
(38 S. Winooski Ave., Burlington, VT 05401) or go to
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| Welcome Breakfast! |
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 Erika Reif, Director of Lifespan Faith Development
C
ommunity Room, September 22, 9-9:50 a.m.
Families, teachers, and anyone else who would like, are invited to join the Faith Development Team before the service to sit down together, eat, and welcome the start of a new year!
A great chance for kids to see their classrooms and connect with classmates and teachers. We'll have bagels, granola, yogurt, fruit, and much more; just bring yourselves!
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Justice Sunday: Raptors!
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 Erika Reif, Director of Lifespan Faith Development
September 22 at 10:20 a.m.
We are so excited to welcome Craig Newman of
Outreach for Earth Stewardship, an organization whose mission is to "strengthen respect and understanding for wildlife through education" for our first Justice Sunday! This live raptor demonstration will be a treat for kids and adults alike.
Anyone is welcome to join the children as they are sung out of the Sanctuary to take part!
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| Yuuth Group Advisors Needed |
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 Gabriel Ely, Youth Ministry Coordinator
Could you benefit from youthful inspiration? Our wonderfully thoughtful group of yuuth is looking for new advisors! Our regular Yuuth Group meetings are on Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. and include identity building, exploring values, local service, pizza, and lots of fun! We're building a team of advisors who are able to attend a meeting about once a month with additional opportunities to chaperone events, or even the annual service trip. There will also be opportunities for advisors to get together, build skills, and reflect on our experiences, so if this feels a little outside of your comfort zone, that's okay.
If you're interested, want to dip your toe in the water, or have questions, let me know!
Gabriel
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Register Children and Yuuth for the 2019-2020 Program Year
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 Erika Reif, Director of Lifespan Faith Development
All children and youth must be registered
each year
to participate in
Faith Development Classes, Nursery too!
If you have yet to register yours, c
lick
here for the
link to our database.
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Emma's Revolution Concert
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Saturday, October 26, 7:30 p.m., First UU, Burlington.
Tickets ($22 advance/$28 door-no one turned away) now available after Sunday services, Peace & Justice Center, and online at
Benefit for groups affiliated with our Justice & Outreach Ministries: Migrant Justice, Vermont Interfaith Action, Gun Sense Vermont, and Black Lives of Unitarian Universalism.
Please
consider volunteering for ticket taking, food sale, set up, clean up, food table, and ushers. Spread the word. For more info, contact Gene Bergman, 802-598-3602, [email protected]
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Thanks to All
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 Sarah Russell
Thank you to everyone in our FUUSB community who contributed and came together for Kathy Bonilla's memorial service this past Sunday afternoon. We honored her memory during the service with wonderful stories and memories which described who Kathy was from all parts of her life. Our community came through with wonderful food and drink for the reception, which her family and friends truly appreciated. It was good to see her granddaughters supported by their peers, and to know that we will be seeing them around the Meeting House. Kathy's ashes were interred in our Memorial Garden after the service. Thanks again to everyone who made this a very special day in the celebration of her life.
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| Dishes to Take Home |
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If you brought a dish to share last Sunday, thank you! Please check the shelf above the coat rack outside the Parlors for your containers and dishes to take home. Thanks!
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