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June 28, 2018 | Vol. 5 No. 26
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| SUNDAY WORSHIP AT FIRST UNIVERSALIST CHURCH |
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| Summer Worship Theme: Emergence |
Worship this Sunday
Pastor Danny Givens, Jr.
The work of social transformation and racial justice can be personally taxing, toxic, and tyrannical. Jumping into the fight for racial justice ill-equipped to hold space and follow leadership has led to many lasting wounds in the movement toward collective liberation.
The 18" Pilgrimage is an exploratory sermon on navigating the inner-workings of the personal and intimate self-work before engaging in social/racial justice work, comprised of story and observation of intersectional justice work with impacted communities and frontline UUs.
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Sunday, July 8, 10 a.m.
Jack Gaede
Summer Sundays at Church
During the summer, we invite everyone to our single 10 a.m. service each Sunday.
Childcare and Religious Education classes are available for children 6 months through entering 6th grade in the fall.
Recent Sermon Podcasts
June 17, 2018
"Behind the Wall"
Rev. Karen Hutt
June 10, 2018
"Endless Emergence"
Lena K. Gardner
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Wellspring Info Sessions
Sundays, July 1 or 8, 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Join us for an informational session to learn about Wellspring at First Universalist! UU Wellspring is a program of distinctly Unitarian Universalist spiritual development, offering the opportunity to learn more about ourselves and our faith through a year-long small group experience. The program will begin with a retreat for all participants on Saturday, Aug. 25, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Join us for an upcoming info session to learn more! The final two info sessions will be offered on Sunday, July 1 and Sunday, July 8 at 11:30 a.m. Come early at 11:15 a.m. for snacks and socializing!
Attendance at one session is required if you wish to participate for the first time in Wellspring in 2018-2019.
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Lake Harriet Worship Service and Potluck
Lake Harriet Bandshell
Join us for an energizing worship service and potluck picnic at the Lake Harriet Bandshell!
We'll enjoy music, an inspiring message from Rev. Elaine, and a delicious potluck picnic together afterwards. For the picnic, p
lease bring a dish and/or beverage to share, as well as chairs or blankets to sit on, and plates, cups and eating utensils for everyone in your party.
This is part of an annual outdoor worship series at the Lake Harriet bandshell with about 15 neighborhood congregations participating.
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Youth Art Show:
Projects from Religious Education Classes
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 During Religious Education classes this year, children from Preschool through 7th grade spent time creating beautiful art related to their Sunday lessons. A variety of their projects from this past year are now on display in the Social Hall through September 2.
We invite you to enjoy viewing and learning about their work - and to see how much children have to teach the world about love and kindness!
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Mni Ki Wakan
(Water Is Sacred) Pre-Summit Fundraiser
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 Hau Mitakuyapi, dear friends, relatives, supporters, allies, and organizations: you are cordially invited to the Mni Ki Wakan (Water is Sacred): Pre-Summit Fundraiser at First Universalist Church on Wednesday, July 25, 6-9 p.m., in support of the upcoming second annual Mni Ki Wakan: World Indigenous Peoples' Decade of Water Summit on August 8 & 9.
The Mni Ki Wakan: Water Summit will convene indigenous peoples and youth from the world community around water.
The pre-summit Fundraiser on July 25 will feature indigenous guest speakers, artists, and presentations from co-conveners of the water summit.
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The Environmental Justice Team Invites You
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Save-the-Dates, please, for these Environmental Justice-related events!
Mni Ki Wakan Pre-Summit Fundraiser
Wednesday, July 25, 6-9 p.m. at First Universalist Church
Workshop, "Capturing Atmospheric Carbon in the Soil: What's possible? How would it affect our climate and our food?"
Wednesday, Aug. 8, 6-9 p.m., at First Universalist Church
co-sponsored by MN350, Citizens' Climate Lobby, and
Gustavus Adolphus College
Mni Ki Wakan World Indigenous Peoples' Decade of Water Summit
Wednesday, Aug. 8 & Thursday, Aug. 9, 8 a.m.- 6 p.m., at Neighborhood House, St. Paul.
On-site start-up celebration: initial operation of the Twin Cities Phase 1 UU Community Solar Garden
Saturday, Aug. 18, 10 a.m.-noon - Highway 24 near Clear Lake, Sherburne County
Bus transportation may become available if interest is sufficient!
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2018 Habitat for Humanity Summer Work Week
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Interested in joining the crew for our Habitat for Humanity Summer Work Week? We currently have volunteer openings for just the final day of the work week:
Friday, August 3.
Our build site is in North Minneapolis in the Jordan neighborhood this year. We need 65 volunteers in all (13 per day). The work day is from 8:15 a.m. until 4 p.m., and lunch will be provided.
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| RESOURCES & CONTACT INFORMATION |
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Cycle of Life and Pastoral Care
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We hold in our thoughts and prayers the family of member Lyle Johnson, who passed away in December 2017. A memorial service for Lyle will be held at First Universalist Church on Friday, June 29 at 4 p.m.
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Let Us Keep You in Our Thoughts and Prayers
If you are experiencing a crisis or transition, or celebrating a joy, please let us know. To be included in our Cycle of Life each Sunday in worship, contact Sandy DiNanni at
sandy@firstuniv.org or 612-825-1701. If you would like support, call the office at 612-825-1701 or contact any member of our
Pastoral Visitors Team.
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Congregational Care: Caring Corner
Write a note to a congregant who could use support! There are cards available in the library, which is located off of the Social Hall. You are welcome to stop by and write a card at any time. Just leave it in the basket and the church will mail it for you. Learn more about congregational care on our website.
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Planned Giving & the Heritage Circle
Please let us know
when you designate First Universalist Church as a beneficiary in your will or estate plan so we can thank you for your generous commitment and welcome you to the Heritage Circle. The church office and the Planned Giving Committee can help you. Learn more on our website.
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Church Office Hours
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Sundays 9
a.m.-1 p.m.
Mondays-Thursdays
8:30 a.m.-8 p.m.
Closed Fridays and Saturdays
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Contact Us
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First Universalist Church of Minneapolis
3400 Dupont Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55408
612-825-1701
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First Universalist Church of Minneapolis
3400 Dupont Avenue S.
Minneapolis, MN 55408
612-825-1701
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