CHANNELS
First Universalist's weekly newsletter
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It's time to get Clam Fest on your summer calendar!
Sign up for a spot to participate in the First U summer fun, make friends, and support your church. There are many ways to get involved.
Check out all the ways you can support one of our biggest fundraisers of the year.
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SEEKING: MARKETING & NETWORKING
Our beautifully renovated spaces (the Sanctuary and Gathering Room, in particular) could be rented more often -- but we need to get the word out! We're looking for a couple of people to:
- Place brochures around town and in surrounding towns
- Connect with wedding planners, caterers, photographers, florists, anyone who might be willing to suggest our venue to their clients
- Increase our online presence
If any pieces of this project appeal to you, large or small, we'd love your help. For more information, contact the church office (207-846-4148 or
office@uuyarmouth.org) or Gwen Matthews, Program Assistant (
gwenatfirstu@gmail.com).
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HANNAFORD GIFT CARDS
Do you shop at Hannaford? Would you like First Universalist to receive free money from Hannaford? You will be able to balance your checkbook easier with a Hannaford ‘gift card’. Dorothy McAloney will be able to set you up with a gift card, with no extra cost to you.
Twice a month, 1st and 3rd Sundays, I reload your card. You simply write a check to First Universalist Church, with any amount you would like, as long as the amount on the card does not go over $500. The church receives 5% of the amount of the total reload. You get the full amount on your card. Keep the same card and reload when needed. There is a $1 minimum for the card to keep it active. If interested, please contact Dorothy at
dmcaloney48@gmail.com.
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VESPERS IN AUGUST
Our 2018 - 2019 church year has ended, but we look forward to working together in community at the Clam Festival in July as well as gathering in August for Vespers on Sundays, August 11, 18, and 25 at 5:30 pm with a potluck at 6:00 pm. All ages are welcome and we often meet in the Peace Garden for these summer evening services.
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WANT TO HELP ASYLUM SEEKERS?
Asylum seekers, who are fleeing violence and persecution in their home countries, have come to Maine in order to keep themselves and their children safe. The newest arrivals are not eligible for state-funded General Assistance and so the city of Portland, nonprofit organizations, and individuals donors and volunteers are stepping up to help.
Here are some ways you can help, too:
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SEEKING: HOUSE-SITTING OPPORTUNITY OR PLACE FOR RENT
Carly, a mother with three young children, is seeking affordable housing or a house-sitting arrangement in or near Yarmouth. She can be closer to family who could help her with childcare. She has her nursing license, has glowing references, is a nonsmoker, and has no pets. If you have space for rent or a house-sitting opportunity, please email Carly at
carlywight@hotmail.com.
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YOUTH CLIMATE BOOT CAMP
Across the globe, young people are leading the fight for climate action. On July 14th, youth from across Maine will come together at Portland High School in Portland to engage with other young climate leaders and learn how to take action in their communities. What: Climate Boot Camp, Where: Portland High School, When: 12 pm-2 pm, July 14th. The “boot camp” event will include workshops, speakers and more. Interested youth can
register online.
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REMINDER: RESERVING SPACE
If you are planning a meeting at the church, please check the
church calendar
to see where space is available and email or call the church office (
office@uuyarmouth.org
or 207-846-4148) to reserve a room for your group. Other groups and individuals also are welcome to contact the church office to
receive a tour and rent space
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Pastoral Emergencies
If you have a pastoral emergency, you can contact Rev. Frieda Gillespie on her cell phone at 508-207-7566. Please note that most weeks she will be in Yarmouth Sunday - Tuesday and working from her home office in MA Wednesday - Friday. Saturdays are typically her day off, but she will answer calls for pastoral emergencies.
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Submit Your Announcement
To have your church or community event included in this newsletter or in print on Sundays please email the information to Gwen Matthews, Program Assistant, at
gwenatfirstu@gmail.com
by Wednesday at 12 pm
to have it included in that Friday's edition of Channels or the Sunday Morning News.
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