First Unitarian Universalist RVA- June 22, 2018
"Belonging is a circle that embraces everything; if we reject it, we damage our nature. The word 'belonging' holds together the two fundamental aspects of life: Being and Longing, the longing of our being and the being of our longing." John O'Donohue
We GROW in search of wisdom, we CARE in support of community, we ACT in service of justice.

WELCOME
All are invited to join us for services!
June's Theme is Blessing


This Sunday's Services
9:00 am & 11:00 am

Sermon: “Living Into Sanctuary”
by Rev. Jeanne Pupke
This week a brave woman named Abbie Wilmary Arevalo-Herrera decided to seek the right of sanctuary in our congregation. She tells us she did not want her family to be torn apart by a deportation order. We now become a live sanctuary to Abbie and her children and we learn the reality of what this asks of us. Rev. Jeanne will preach (Rev. Dave will preach in September) this Sunday on the significant task before us and what we are already learning about our guest.
Coffee Hour 10:00am

New to UU 10:15 am


Vespers Contemplative Service
Wednesdays 6:00-6:30 pm














Practice Radical Hospitality
this Sunday! Sign up
to greet or usher: ivolunteer
Thanks for all you do!

Sunday, June 24th

Have fun in Summer RE! 
Pre-K - Gr. 5
June 17- Aug.26, 11:00 a.m.
We still need substitute teachers: Please contact Rhonda Wingfield

Religious Education classes for Pre-K through Gr. 5 will take place Sunday in the Lower Level. We meet 11-12:00. 
At Chalice Lighting time, Rhonda Wingfield, DRE, will address the fact that we now have a guest family living in our church, then allow time for children's questions. Parents are welcomed to stay with their children for this portion of the morning, should they choose. Afterward, children will have class activities as planned.  Please contact Rhonda Wingfield

The Nursery  is open from 15 minutes before to 5 minutes after each service for ages 3 and under. Please label your child's belongings, and bring your own snack if desired. Cheerios will be offered.
[Upper Level]

PK-K: Both Boys and Girls (and everyone!) Can -children learn about gender roles and that all persons deserve to choose what they want to be and do. They imagine themselves as superheroes with non-gendered powers and make costumes for themselves!

Grades 1-5: And To Think That I Saw It On Mulberry Street - children learn and discuss imagination and sharing our imaginings with each other. They play games, hear a story, and are introduced to the summer's focus on Dr. Seuss.

Grades 6-12: join us in the Great Hall for the service this week! (these grades do not meet during the summer)
General Assembly is June 20th-24th
First UU has both on-site and off site delegates at GA this year. Many events are available to Live Stream and Videos are posted after many workshops. There is much that can be learned and enjoyed from home.
We're Hosting Special Visitors
from Transylvania Aug 4th-8th
From Rev. Sue:
"Last summer I traveled to Romania to visit with our Unitarian Family in Transylvania. We have a relationship with a church in Kokos. They are our Partner Church. The minister, Alpar Bartha, and his wife will be here in Richmond visiting us August 4 - 8. Look for opportunities to meet with Rev. Bartha and explore what we would like to accomplish as partners. I am looking forward to his visit."

VIEW THE VIDEO ABOUT TRANSYLVANIA [TOP]
AND WATCH A MESSAGE FROM REV BARTHA THAT HE SENT FIRST UU LAST FALL.[BOTTOM]
June's Theme is Blessing

Vespers
6:00 pm-6:30 pm
A quiet center to our week!
Vespers continues year-round
We invite you to join us in exploring what in means to be human, to be in community, and to be connected to the Divine. Vespers is an intimate, contemplative, and conversational half-hour service provided by our ministerial interns. We welcome you and appreciate you just as you are and whenever you can join us. MEETS IN THE GREAT HALL 

Simple Supper
6:30 pm-7:00 pm 
Breaking Bread with Friends!
Simple Supper Resumes in October 

Ministers Present...
7:15 pm-8:30 pm
Will resume in October

FUU Women’s Weekend Retreat –
Balancing Our Lives

Friday, June 29, 2018 (5:30 pm) to
Sunday, July 1, 2018 (2:00 pm)
Attend for the whole weekend or
just the Saturday Program
June 30th 8:00 am-8:00 pm

Led by Denise Dolan and Lee Anne Washington

Are you feeling out of balance? Do you feel pulled in different directions? Do you long for ease in your relationships? Has self-care taken a back seat to care for others? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you are not alone. Many of us feel the same way. 

Are you ready to discover three keys to balancing your life -- no matter what else is going on around you?

This is an opportunity for you to experience a day or a weekend of self-reflection, spiritual practices, creative expression, movement, and practical tips for living a more balanced life.

You choose the experience you want, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday ($200), or Saturday ($80). Scholarships are available. Register online or email interest and contact information to Lee Anne Washington. Mail or drop off payment at church (in the black box at desk) with notation “Women’s Retreat” on the check.


THERE ARE NO MEETINGS AT THE CHURCH IN JULY

Groups for Exploration
A reminder, there are no meetings in the church during JULY

MEN MEETING a.k.a. M[squared]
2nd and 4th Tues. of the month 6:30- 8:00 pm.  
Connection, fellowship, and life-long friendships await!
Contact: Todd Van Gordon
RVA Western Mystery 
School Study Group
1st Mon of each month
Monday June 4th 6:30 pm 
Our meetings will begin with an introduction to the The Qabalistic Tree of Life and will be part lecture and part experiential, using guided meditation and chanting. No prior experience is necessary, we welcome new comers!

Feminist Group: aka Game of Crones
6:30-8:00 pm
The 2nd Thursday each month
Contact: Amanda Dulin
Civil Conversations
about Controversial Issues
6:30-8:15 pm 
meets on the 1st Thursdays 
Zen Study Group
4th Thursdays at 7:00 pm 
Contact Colin Ceperich for more info


Life Stage Groups 

Young Marrieds
meet monthly to explore topics of interest to them.
Contact Paul Daniels

Parent Group – potlucks and family fun! 
Contact Kristin Saybe

DayTimers
A group meeting 2nd Wed of the month 11:00-1:00 for POTLUCK lunch and a great program. Newcomers welcome! Contact Pat Vaughn 


Spiritual Practice Groups

Tai Ch
Mondays 6:30-7:30 pm

UU Christian Fellowship
1st & 3rd Tuesdays 5:30-7:00 pm
Lower Level Rm 3

Humanism in Practice
Those interested in learning together what it means to
be a Humanist as well as a Unitarian, Contact Mariah Travis . 

DOGWOOD SPIRIT CIRCLE
formerly the EARTH CENTERED
SPIRITUALITY SMALL GROUP
First and Third Sundays 10-10:45 in the library
Contact Michele Vogt for more information.
910-515-6431 or michelineavogt@gmail.com

Vespers Contemplative Service
Wednesdays 6:00-6:30 pm
June's theme is Blessing

UU Zen Group 
Sitting and Walking Meditation
Thursdays 7:00 pm 
Contact Colin Ceperich cceperich@gmail.com

Yoga with Jodi
Contact: Jodi Bock for schedule 

Dances of Universal Peace
2nd Saturdays 7:30 pm
Contact Hayat Bain 804-467-9674 mandalasoflife@gmail.com
(no meetings in July and August).

Richmond Humanist Group
Meets 2nd and 4th Tuesdays each month
6:30-8:00 pm
Contact: Ron Penczak

A Special Opportunity to GROW!
Rev. Sue Sinnamon and her colleagues Rev. Phillip Lund and
Rev. Jaelynn Pema-la Scott present

Spiritual Leadership in Communities of Faith:
A Contemplative Retreat  

Sunday, July 29 through Friday, August 3, 2018
Transfiguration Spirituality Center near Cincinnati, Ohio,
Tuition includes housing and all meals.

The number of participants is limited to 24, with 8 from each category: clergy, non-ordained religious professional, and lay leaders. Right now we’re halfway to our capacity, with room for only 6 more lay leaders, 2 more non-ordained religious professionals, and 2 clergy.
Learn more and REGISTER NOW!
Sunday Ushers and Visitors Table Welcomers are Needed!
Are You Willing to Serve?
Choose a Sunday and a service, (9 am or 11 am) and come receive training with an experienced hospitality person. Plan to arrive 20 mins before service starts. Shadow and assist to learn the ropes and then commit to serve one service on one Sunday per month. That's all there is to it. Help us maintain our Radical Hospitality and Welcome! 
Serve the church and make some friends!
or contact   Ben Wharton
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