The worship theme for May is
Curiosity.
Note that our summer worship schedule begins this Sunday with a single service at 10:00 am.
Sunday, May 26 – 10:00 am at Eliot Chapel
“The Faith of an Atheist” – Steven Bain
Many members and friends of Eliot Unitarian Chapel are atheists, agnostics, humanists, or some other kind of non-believer in orthodox doctrine. But we come anyway, and get a kind of spiritual nourishment, even beyond the rich friendships we form here. Once we have shaken off beliefs that won't help us answer the big questions, what can we grab hold of that will guide us, hold us up, and let us tell others just what we are getting from liberal religion?
Featured Musician: Gail Hintz, piano solos
Steven Bain is a long-time member of Eliot Chapel. He has served on the Board of Trustees and various committees, taught in the religious education program, and volunteered with Room at the Inn.
Sunday, May 26 – 11:00 am at Bergfried
“Memorial Day: Remembering Those Who Served Our Country” – Lynn Murphy
This worship service is available to campers at our annual Memorial Day weekend campout but it is also a wonderful time to come out and connect if you are not camping for the weekend. Folks are encouraged to bring photos or mementos of deceased beloved veterans.
Featured Musician: Carl Serbell, trumpet and Native American flute
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Sharing the Offering
In
May
, we will share our offerings with
Let’s Start
, an organization that supports incarcerated or formerly incarcerated women and their children, while promoting policy changes. Women coming out of prison immediately face a number of challenges: housing, education, employment, dysfunctional families, or addictions. They are faced with overwhelming demands which often leave them feeling alone and powerless.
Founded in 1989, Let’s Start has developed a process for assisting women in transition from prison life to society. It is unique in that it is coordinated by women who themselves have been through the criminal justice system. Specific resources provided by Let’s Start include support groups, legal clinics, therapy sessions for children and caregivers, and discussions with legislators.
Religious Education
Children of all ages should attend the worship service with their family. The nursery is closed today due to staff vacations and the holiday weekend.
Sunday at a Glance
Memorial Day Weekend Campout – all day at Bergfried
Saunders/McVoy Covenant Group – 11:15 am in the Bergfried Room
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Summer Services
The Eliot Chapel summer service schedule begins this
Sunday, May 26. Throughout the summer, including Labor Day weekend, we will have only one Sunday service at 10:00 am.
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Nutt Children’s Library Moves
The Barbara C. Nutt Children’s Library has moved to the RE wing. The new location will allow easier access by the RE teachers to curricula resources and by children for books and reading space. The former space will become an accessible meeting and multi-use space. Stop by and check it out!
Celebrate Pride with Pizza
We celebrate Pride in June! Begin the festivities with a luncheon pizza party with fun Pride activities on
Saturday, June 8
(new date!) from 12:00 to 2:30 pm in Adams Hall. Contact Lynn Murphy with any questions.
Sacred Music Concerts
Paneurhythmy: Circle of Joy presents two concerts of sacred music on
Friday, June 14
and
Thursday, June 20,
both at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary. On Friday, Yoana Strateva and Ivelina Ivancheva present classical and sacred music. The following Thursday, Svetla Kalcheva returns to the heartland to perform the rarely heard mystical music of Beinsa Douno. Please see the bulletin board for full details of each program. They are free and open to all.
No Course in Miracles Next Week
The Course in Miracles study group will not be meeting on Memorial Day. Enjoy your time off!
Do You Love History?
How about Eliot history? Are you ready to journey into the past to discover treasures untold? We need a team of (amateur) archival historians to sort, evaluate, and possibly digitize decades worth of accumulated Eliot Chapel artifacts. Contact
frontoffice@eliotchapel.org
if you’re ready for an adventure!
Eliot Gardeners Needed
We are putting together a team to work on our grounds here at Eliot. If you'd like to put a little sweat equity into Eliot Chapel, work alongside friends, and meet new people, please join us. We'll be working every Wednesday morning at 10:00 am, and some Saturdays. Sign up on the bulletin board, at the Social Justice table in Adams Hall or email
environmentjustice@eliotchapel.org.
Nominate a 2019-2020 Shared Plate Recipient
Eliot Chapel congregants may submit nominations for potential shared plate recipients for the upcoming church year, September 2019 through August 2020. Preference will be given to organizations whose mission aligns with Eliot's work in racial, immigrant, environmental, economic, government, and LGBT justice. Preference will also be given to small organizations that will benefit most from the shared plate and to organizations with which Eliot can form meaningful volunteer partnerships. Decisions will be made in August, and nominators of selected recipients will be notified at that time.
Click here
for the criteria, instructions, and a nomination form. Paper forms should be returned to the church office by the June 30th deadline.
Can You Hear Me Now?
Eliot Chapel is in need of a volunteer to help work our sound system for worship services and special events. If you are interested in filling a need and being trained on our digital equipment, please contact
Jan Chamberlin
or
Ken Denson.
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Please Remember
Please remember
Nancy Rubin's sister Sara
as she has been hospitalized.
Please remember
Jennifer MacKenzie
who is recovering from surgery.
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Monday, May 27
There are no events at the church today.
Church offices will be closed for the Memorial Day holiday.
Tuesday, May 28
Vigil for Hope & Healing – 5:00 pm outside Eliot
Immigration Justice Team – 7:00 pm in Room 006
Wednesday, May 29
There are no events at the church today.
Thursday, May 30
Grief Group – 3:00 pm in the DuBois Library
Room at the Inn – 5:30 pm in Adams Hall and Rooms 001-006
Friday, May 31
Friday Freethinkers – 10:00 am in Adams Hall
Saturday, June 1
There are no events at the church today.
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Join us for
Vigil for Hope and Healing #236
Tuesday, May 28
at 5:00 pm outside Eliot.
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Immigration Justice Team Meeting
Tuesday, May 28
7:00 pm in Room 006
Are you looking for a way to help us out of the humanitarian crisis at the Mexico/US border that our government has created? Our Immigration Justice Team is working to create a local network of volunteers and resources to sponsor asylum seekers pending their court hearing. If you are willing to help or would like to learn more about the possibilities, please contact the team at
immigration@eliotchapel.org and attend the next meeting to get involved.
Meacham Park Homecoming Parade
Saturday, June 1
Come enjoy the fun of a homecoming parade! Represent Eliot as you march (about 10-12 blocks) at 11:00 am. Interact with children and youth throughout the day (8:30 am-3 pm) at our activity booth on the New York St. side of Meacham Memorial Park near the playground. Sign up for both events on the bulletin board. Spread goodwill and cheer at this fun event on behalf of Eliot Chapel.
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Click on the links below to learn more about the events listed and sign-up information, or
check the newsletter
for more details.
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Friends of Music Present . . .
Sunday, June 2
and
Tuesday, June 4
7:30 pm in the Sanctuary
Friends of Music Present two evening concerts from the international Arianna Chamber Music Festival. Talented young players have come to St. Louis from all over the world to study with the Arianna String Quartet. What a treat! Both events are free but donations will be accepted.
Pride Pizza Gathering
Saturday, June 8
12:00 to 2:30 pm in Adams Hall
Attend a luncheon pizza party with fun Pride activities!
Contact Lynn Murphy with any questions.
Summer Solstice Ceremony and Drum Circle
Sunday, June 9
12:00 – 1:00 pm in Adams Hall
You are invited to join together to celebrate the Summer Solstice. We will hold a Summer Solstice ceremony and drum circle to celebrate the longest day of the year, the Sun at its highest point, and the season of warmth and energy. Please bring a drum or rattle if you have one. No experience is required. Participants are encouraged to bring a snack to share that represents
Summer
. Contact Lynn Murphy with any questions.
New 8-Week Attitudinal Healing Group
Tuesdays, June 25 – August 20
10:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Frederick-Gray Room
Interested in some summer enrichment? Learn about the 12 principles of Attitudinal Healing and their application in daily living. This spiritual curriculum has been taught at Eliot since 2001. It is based on the book
Teach Only Love by Dr. Gerald (Jerry) Jampolsky. The group will meet weekly beginning June 25; no meeting will be held the week of 4th of July. Participants will learn how to heal relationships and bring peace and harmony to every aspect of their lives. Forgiveness is the cornerstone of the curriculum. The group is open to any member or friend of Eliot Chapel, but is limited to 10 participants. There is a $50 registration fee. To register contact Carole Glauser via
attitudinalhealing@eliotchapel.org.
St. Louis Pridefest Parade
Sunday, June 30
Walk together in the St. Louis Pridefest Parade! A table will be in Adams Hall on June 2, 9, and 16 to sign up walkers. Each year the four area UU churches walk together to show our support for the LGBTQIA+ community. All are welcome to participate!
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Sunday, June 2 – 10:00 am
“Beauty Breaks In” – Rev. Molly Housh Gordon
Featured musician: Gail Hintz, piano solos
Rev. Molly Housh Gordon is lead minister for the Unitarian Universalist Church of Columbia, Missouri.
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ourEliot@eliotchapel.org.
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