We Commit Ourselves and Our Resources to
Nurture the Spirit, Grow in Community, and Help Heal the World.
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September 15, 2018
10:00 am
Expectation
Rev. Christina Sillari
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Upcoming Worship Services
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Sept. 22 |10am
What is Service?
FP Youth Group &
Rev. Christina Sillari
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Sept. 29 |10am
Legacy
Jenna Nunziato
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Oct. 6 |10am
Poor People's Campaign
Rev. Christina Sillari
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Welcome back, children!
RE Announcements
September 15 is the
First Day of RE Classes!
- Childcare for babies and toddlers will be available in the Nursery from 9:55-11:05am every Sunday.
- Children in grades Pre-K through 8th grade will begin in the Meeting House with their families on 9/15, and will then be sung out to classes.
- The Grade 9-12 Youth Group will have it's Kick off Party on 9/15 from 6-7:30pm in the Youth Room.
We ask that all families regularly participating in
Nursery Care, RE Classes, and Youth Group
fill out the 2019-20 Registration Forms.
Forms will be made available
at the RE table during Coffee Hour.
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Breathing and Meditation Class
Wednesdays | 8-9am-
New Time!
Meeting House
Come and explore breathing techniques to nurture your mind, body and spirit. Pranayama is an ancient practice from India used to heal dis-ease, prepare for meditation, and access spiritual realms. All are welcome to join in these powerful tools of transformation. Taught by Rev. Christina. Free to First Parish Members; $10.00 non-members.
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First Parish Choir Rehearsals
Thursdays | 7pm | Parish Hall
We welcome international opera stars, beginners and everyone in between, ages 14 to 104. Enthusiasm and the ability to carry a tune are the only requirements. If you have any questions, please contact Scott at
musicdirector@firstparishportland.org
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Prayers for the People
September 15
Once a month, Reverend Christina will share "Prayers for the People" during Sunday service. If you would like her to share your prayer of joy or sorrow with the congregation, please contact her at
minister@firstparishportland.org
or 207-773-5747. The next Prayers for the People will be on September 15th.
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Come join the fun…
Dinner for 2 ANYWHERE in the World-
Fall Fund Raiser Raffle!
The raffle winner wins dinner for 2 at the restaurant of their choice anywhere (yes, anywhere) in the world! Read all about it by through the link in this week’s eNews! The Grand Prize includes:
· Airfare for 2 to any major international airport
· Dinner for 2 (excluding alcoholic beverages)
· HOTEL Accommodations for 2 nights*
· TOTAL PACKAGE VALUE IS NOT TO EXCEED $5,000
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Get Involved with
UU Go!
Join this informal group of folks
getting together for activities like walks, movies, lectures, dinner, bowling, etc. No meetings! Anyone can suggest an activity. Says member Val Blais, "
Even though I can't always go to the events, I love having the opportunity."
To join, email Patty Renaud at
prenaud301@gmail.com
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Global Climate Strike
& Week of Action
September 20, 2019
Are you ready to demand a just and sustainable world? A right to a future for our youth and young adults? Sign up here for the
Sept. 20th Global Climate Strike and Week of Action
by locating an event near you and you will be in touch with local organizers. This information will also be shared with us so that we can mobilize UUs as powerfully as possible.
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Join the Youth Choir!
Starting September 22 | 11:15-11:45am
in the K-1 Classroom (upstairs)
Our Youth Choir is lucky enough to led by Scott Wheatley-- a professional musician with an exceptional ability to connect with his audience! Assistant director, Arne Gronningsater, will help Scott to channel raucous enthusiasm into beautiful music. Any young person is welcome to join. Our first song will be “Happiness Is” from Charlie Brown. FMI:
arne.gronningsater@gmail.com
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LIBRARY BOOK SALE!
September 22 | During Coffee Hour | Parish Hall
Books will be available next to the library area and are by donation. Take a look at the library while you are there to see what is available, or go online to our e-catelaogue by going to the Members page on the website and selecting
Library
. Click on book pictures for a short description of their contents.
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Growing Our Gifts
for Multicultural Ministry
September 28 | 10am - 3pm
Allen Ave. UU |
524 Allen Ave., Portland
Growing our gifts for multicultural ministry as individuals and as a faith community is a religious quest. It calls us to be more than we knew we could be and invites us to deeper connection with each other, our wider community and our Source. The workshop will be led by Meck Groot, Justice Ministries Lead for the New England Region of the UUA, using a wide range of interactive approaches to engage our minds, hearts and the connections between us. Let’s learn together in a spirit of both challenge and joy.
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Joys and Sorrows
September 29 | After Service
Rev. Christina will facilitate a Joys and Sorrows time after the service on September 26. We will spend time in silence, song and prayer and listen to one another's joys and sorrows.
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Tour Guide Training
September 29 | 11:30am
in the Meeting House
Would you like be a tour guide for our historic church? We have been offering guided tours on Sunday afternoons, and are in need of more guides to continue offering tours. Volunteer commitment is only a few hours a month.
Tours of our Historic Church
Sundays | 12:00, 12:30, 1:00 & 1:30pm | Meeting House
Join us on Sundays for a
20 minute tour of our historic building!
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Interested in Becoming a Member of First Parish?
Please join us for the following classes leading up to the
next New Member Ceremony on November 24th:
New to UU Class
October 6 | 1– 4pm | Youth Room
Join Rev. Christina as we explore the history and theology of Unitarian Universalism, its liberal faith tradition, and First Parish. This is an opportunity to meet other newcomers, ask questions, and explore your own religious journey.
Path to Membership Class
October 20 | 11:30am – 1:30pm | Community Room
Join Jason Shedlock, President of the Governing Board, to explore membership at First Parish. We will look at the benefits and responsibilities of membership, opportunities for spiritual development as well as community connections.
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Volunteer
SIGN UP's
Updated for 2019-20!
There are so many ways to get involved at First Parish:
- Usher/Greeter
- Community Dinner
- Building Tours and more!
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Black Lives UU presents:
Harper-Jordan
Memorial Symposium
October 30- November 2 | St. Paul , MN
The Harper-Jordan Memorial Symposium responds to a longing on the part of many Black Unitarian Universalists to more fully understand how to live out a Unitarian Universalism that centers our Blackness. At this four-day gathering, we will break bread together, learn about and engage a Black Unitarian Universalism, spiritually connect, build community, have fun, and unapologetically proclaim a Black UU theology! For the first time, BLUU is hosting a gathering that is open to all. We know that a Black UU theology doesn’t just benefit Black people - just as our history isn’t isolated in its impact and relevance, the ways in which we think about and live out our faith are useful to anyone committed to lives of spiritual resonance and justice making. Register, book accommodations, and check out the schedule at
https://www.blacklivesuu.com/about
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Message of HOPE from the President of the UUA
Susan Frederick- Gray writes, "
May (this video message) be a source of inspiration that keeps us from getting lost in all that is wrong with this world. May this church year be a time for us to care for our community and in doing so, to remind ourselves of the liberation that our Universalist theology tells us is meant for everyone.
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425 Congress Street Portland, Maine 04101 207-773-5747
Nurture the Spirit, Grow in Community
and Help Heal the World
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