MISSION STATEMENT

 

La misión de la iglesia Unitaria Universalista de Fresno es:

Amar inclusivamente

Crecer espiritualmente

Servir con gratitud y

Trabajar por la justicia

 

The Mission of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Fresno

is to:

Love Inclusively

Grow Spiritually

Serve Gratefully

And Work for Justice

Deepening Your Unitarian Universalist Spirituality, Tuesday, August 21 and 28.   Join Rev. Tim and explore your spiritual life from a Unitarian Universalist perspective. A multi-sensory experience, we'll open our hearts to the Spirit of Life and deepen our connection to self, others, and how we make meaning. 10am-noon OR 7-9pm sessions. Registration required and/or request childcare, contact Katie Hymans at  khymans@uufresno.org  or 322.6146 x12  or register online at  uufresno.org/home/adult-re  

Chair Yoga returns! Now a weekly class with no registration. Starting Thursday, September 6 from 3-4pm in the sanctuary. No experience or equipment necessary. Donation goes to Church. Contact Jenny Rohan 559-281-7972 or sarayuyoga@gmail.com with questions.

UU Humanists Summer Free For All on August 19 . C'mon in and start a discussion. All are welcome. Politeness requested but not required. Noon potluck, all welcome with or without bringing food. 12:30 discussion begins with Carlton Duncan. Contact Devin Carroll, devinc@sbcglobal.net , 559-240-5127.

Introduction to Unitarian Universalism/Pathways class, Sunday August 26, 12:30-4:45 (lunch included).  Would you like to learn more about Unitarian Universalist beliefs? Do you have questions about what it means to be a Unitarian Universalist? Do you want to feel more connected and involved? Join Rev. Tim and Patty Bennett for this engaging introduction to our faith and this church. To register and/or request childcare, contact Patty, Member Services Coordinator, at msc@uufresno.org or 559-322-6146 ext. 15.

Second Church of Christ , Scientist, Fresno warmly invites you to attend two Bible talks (non-denominational) by renowned Bible speaker Madelon Maupin. Session 1 (Sept. 21 6:30-8:30pm): "Overview of the Old Testament" and Session 2 (Sept 22 9am-1pm and 1pm - 3:30pm): "Matthew: Handbook for the Early Church." 280 West Shaw Avenue, Fresno CA 93704.

Third Sunday Food Offering Please bring your donations listed on the paper strips for the community in need surrounding Wesley United Methodist Church and the families staying at Valley Children's Hospital.  Or check out this link for items needed: http://uufresno.org/food-pantry/ .  Thanks for helping to make the world a better place! -- from Your Social Justice Coordinating Committee

The UU Social Justice and Faith in Fresno Teams will hold congregational meetings for those interested in information on statewide propositions and candidates in the mid-term election. The first will take place Sunday, August 19, after Service in the Sanctuary. Information will also be available at the Social Justice Table each Sunday. Ellis Vance, vev40@comcast.net .

 

WINGS, our furnishing outreach to the homeless, veterans, Marjoree Mason Center, and EOC, is desperately in need of towels, silverware and kitchen chairs - even stools and folding chairs. This week Bev and Cleo had to purchase towels so that new clients had two towels in their welcome basket. Thank you for your continued generosity. Karen Goodman 559-287-5432

 

Rise for Climate, Jobs and Justice - March in San Francisco, Sat. Sept. 8th. This historic march will set the stage for Gov. Brown's Global Climate Action Summit, later that week. Citizens' Climate Lobby Fresno and others are organizing transportation from Fresno. For more information, contact Connie: cyoungrn@sbcglobal.net

You are invited to the wedding of Dick Richardson and Evelyn Ogden at 4 p.m. Saturday, August 25 , in the sanctuary. No gifts please. Dick Richardson, 431-5013, starstamps@thegrid.net

 

Nancy Hatcher's son Sean is out of the hospital and now at home. All sorts of scary infections were ruled out and he fever is down. We wish Sean continued recovery and good health. MARILYN ERB, chair Pastoral Care Team, 559-779-0132

 

Ron and Linda Santigian are very happy to share the fact that Linda is recovering well. Linda is able to walk short distances with a walker. Linda appreciates cards from the congregation.  MARILYN ERB, Chair Pastoral Care Team, 559-779-0132

 

Betsy (Jennie) Temple , continues her progress in Physical Rehabilitation while at Horizon Health. Betsy appreciates calls and text messages. If you plan to visit, please call Betsy first at 559-313-6813.

 

All contributions made to UUCF should be clearly noted what they are intended for. If an unmarked contribution is received and there is a pledge-of-record, the amount will be applied to the pledge. Any contributions made without proper identification will be listed as a "non-pledge" contribution. Unless otherwise indicated, the date of the pledge contribution will indicate the pledge year contribution is applied to.

Some years ago, a congregant bequeathed her home to the church. The sale provided a welcome cash infusion. Such gifts help provide a firm foundation for the church's sustainability. Proceeds from such gifts are directed now to the Endowment Fund.