Congregational Meeting - Sunday, May 19, 2019
immediately following the service in our Sanctuary. Please plan to join us after church on May 19 for our Congregational Meeting to vote on adopting our 2019-2020 Operating Budget.
A quorum of our membership is necessary in order to proceed.
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MAY WORSHIP THEME
Curiosity:
The Practice of Open-Heartedness
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Please join us for our next Sunday service on
May 19 at 10:30 a.m.
"The Haunting Church:
Reclaiming the Best of Your Religious Past
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Rev. Tim Kutzmark
Sydney Story, Worship Associate
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For those interested in obtaining a digital copy of the Order of Service, look for the QR code poster as you enter the Sanctuary, on the bulletin board or scan from the cover of a neighbors printed copy. The dynamic QR code remains the same from week to week and is updated by 4pm on the Friday prior to Sunday Service with the latest Order of Service.
Jodi Ede
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Congregational Administrator
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Pastoral Care Support for April is:
Marilyn Erb
559-322-6146 ext. 16
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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
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Cash App is a convenient way to send money to Unitarian Universalist Church of Fresno right from your phone.
Please be sure to note what your donation is for, ex. Plate donation, 18-19 Pledge, Chalice Camp Tuition, etc.
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UU Women's Group
will meet at Susan Schara's home,
Saturday, May 18, 10:00am
. Topic for discussion: 'What are the best parts of getting older and who were your role models?" Light refreshments will be served; all are welcome. Please call Sylvia Woodburne, 696-4720, to RSVP
Our next UU Seniors will meet on Tuesday, May 21 at 10:00 am
in the Sanctuary. Our discussion leader will be Emma Johnson. She will ask participants to briefly talk about what it was like growing up. If time allows, we'll discuss what brought people to Fresno. Feel free to join us. If you’d like to be added to the email list, contact Gail West at 559-284-5453 or
leftwest@yahoo.com
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Circle Supper
meals are a great way to get to know your fellow UUs. Our next Circle meal will be held
Saturday, May 25
. These meals, often both brunches and dinners, are typically held the fourth Saturday of the month, excluding summer months and November and December. If you’d like to be added to the email list, contact Gail West at 559-294-5453 or
leftwest@yahoo.com
It’s time to join those who’ve purchased our new special edition blue Unitarian Universalist t-shirt
with our mission statement on the back, so you can wear it in the Gay Pride Parade on June 1 and all summer lo
ng. If you have one, wear it this Sunday for the Congregational meeting at 12:15. $20
adult; $15 youth On sale after church Sunday, or by contacting
valeriejohnson@comcast.net
Alluvial Community Garden
has plots available. Join a community of gardeners as we share knowledge, make new friends and enjoy the bounty of our work. Individuals, families, or groups are welcome. We have a general Workday once a month to care for our corner of the Church property. Tools are available and all gardens are on a drip system. Contact: Betty Cornelisen, 559-439-2267
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Our UU Buddhist Fellowship
is hosting a meditation and a dharma talk by the Rev. Kinrei Bassis on
Saturday, June 1, 2019 from 10am to about 2pm
. Rev. Bassis, a monk for forty years, is the abbot of the Berkeley Buddhist Priory, a temple that follows the Zoto Zen tradition. Meditation time will begin at 10am, followed by Rev. Bassis' dharma talk "The Way of Non-Attachment." Questions and socializing over lunch (bring a bag lunch) will follow. Tea and cookies will be served. No fees, but contributions for travel and other expenses will gratefully received after the dharma talk. All are welcome. Saul Eskin
sbeskin85@gmail.com
New Member Sunday June 9.
Is it time for you to become a member of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Fresno? Our next New Member Sunday Service is coming up soon, on June 9. If you are considering membership at this time, or if you have any questions about our process, please contact our Member Services Coordinator Patty Bennett at
msc@fresno.org
or 322-6146, ext.15, or speak with her at the service on Sunday.
Chalice Camp is coming up quickly!
Camp is June 10-14, an all-day program. Kids entering Kindergarten - 6th grade are invited to attend. You can register for camp at:
www.uufresno.org/chalicecamp
. Register now! Check our website for more information! Questions? Email Janise Barajas-Rennie at
dlfm@uufresno.org
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We are in need of one or two people
who would be willing to prune the bushes in front of the church office. We anticipate it would take approximately an hour and garden shears would be needed. If you are interested, please contact Jodi 322-6146 or
office@uufresno.org
The Holiday Gift Bag Project
is currently collecting gift items for the 3000 women incarcerated at the state prison near Chowchilla (Central California Women's Facility). A list of needed items will be available on the patio along with a box for donated items. Volunteers are also needed. Sign ups will be available on Sunday, or contact Joanne Michelson at 559-349-3312 or
joannejoan44@gmail.com
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UU Humanists – Sunday May 19
, Youth Room. Climate change: the evidence, how bad will it get, what needs to be done, legislative options. Potluck at noon, come with or without food. Discussion at 12:30. Contact Devin Carroll,
devinc@sbcglobal.net
, 559-240-5127.
SACRAMENTO: Immigrant Day of Action.
Hundreds will raise a unified voice in support of legislative proposals that advance immigrant integration. Join us at the Capital Building in Sacramento May 20th / 8:30AM. More information can be found on our church calendar. There is no organized UU-Specific carpool or bus. You can register on the website to ride their bus and/or make your own arrangements.
Can you hum and move at the same time?
If so, the UU Uke and Kazoo Precision Marching Band needs YOU for the Pride Parade (June 1). No experience necessary! Rehearsals: Thurs. May 30th, 6:30 - 8:30pm at UU; Sat. June 1st, 9am at parade. RSVP:
cyoungrn@sbcglobal.net
If you are interested in giving input into the hiring of a new Fresno Police Chief,
you can do so by completing an online survey in English, Spanish and Hmong. You have until May 31st to complete the 4 questions. Go to
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/S8L3DJH
. E Vance,
vev40@comcast.net
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We could use some of your clean and gently used recycling.
We are gearing up for Chalice Camp! Soda bottles, any bottles, cans, long paper rolls (used for gift wrap), paper bags, pvc, etc. Please NO styrofoam of any kind. Items can be dropped off in the YRUU room. Thank you for your help! Contact Janise Barajas-Rennie, DLFM if you have any questions:
dlfm@uufresno.org
Please join us in celebrating a new baby in our church community.
Karen and Troy Polnitz are the proud parents of Anthony Polnitz. Anthony recently came home from NiCU and is doing well. Even if you do not know the family, we encourage you to send your congratulations. Notes and cards can be sent to: 8097 N. 6th Street, Fresno, CA 93720
Fun way to donate to our church: Visit Bookstore
, where every cent of profit goes to the church! This week we showcase
Cheeseburgers in the Rose Room
, by Jonathan York. This comic novel about seniors, convinced that rocks from outer space will bring youthful health, sells for $10 plus tax. Look it up on Amazon. The description and fictional endorsements WILL make you curious.
62wendy@gmail.com
UUA General Assembly in Spokane, WA June 19-23, 2019. GA is the annual business meeting of our denomination, and it's a whole lot more. Inspirational worship services, informative workshops, entertaining programs, a a bustling exhibit hall help make GA an unforgetable experience. For more information go to
www.uua.org/ga
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Suppose you inherited stocks in a company whose values do not align with yours. You want to get rid of it, but you’re concerned about the capital gains tax if you sell it. Consider, instead, donating it to the church.
If done correctly
, you can avoid paying capital gains on it. Confer with Kathy Huber, Facilities and Finance Manager at 559-322-6146 or
operations@uufresno.org
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Thank you for doing your part in making eScrip a success for
Unitarian Universalist Church of Fresno
To register to participate in eScrip,
and follow the instructions.
We are listed as Unitarian Universalist Church of Fresno
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For additional information about our church, services or activities, please contact us at (559) 322-6146 or visit our website at
www.uufresno.org
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