Community Unitarian Universalist Congregation at White Plains, NY
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On the Journey: Borders/Boundaries (2019 June) - HERE
Upcoming Worship Services

Sun Jul 7, 10:00am, Fellowship Hall
"Coming Home"
Rev. Lane Cobb 
Coming home isn't as easy as one might think. Let us explore what it means to come home and the magic and missteps that lead us back to the heart of who we are and the place we long to be. Rev. Cobb is an interfaith minister, author, and holistic intuitive spiritual life and wellness coach. Her parents are CUUC members Jim and Mary Lane Cobb

Sun Jul 14, 10:00am, Fellowship Hall   
"Your Hard-Earned Happiness"
Dr. Rev. Nate Walker     
Does happiness just happen? Or are there strategies we can use to increase our happiness for ourselves and those around us? By drawing upon evidence-based publications in peer-reviewed medical journals, we will reflect upon the scientific study and practice of happiness. Rev. Walker was the ministerial intern at CUUC in 2005-2006. He is the community minister for religion and public life at the Church of the Larger Fellowship, and author of Cultivating Empathy.  
Summer Services at CUUC  
 
Led by members, friends, and guest ministers, summer Sundays are intimate and informal, so people have more opportunities to participate and grow closer. Worship is at 10:00am (centering music begins at 9:50am). The nursery is staffed for young children. After worship we have time for conversation and community, with light refreshments available at our self-serve table. Regular services and religious education classes start again on Sun Sep 8. Hope to see you here this summer! See 2019 speakers and themes HERE. 
Bike Wanted      
 
Hearts and Homes for Refugees is looking for a bike for a recently arrived refugee family that loves to ride. We have received donated bikes for the children, and now need a bike for dad so he can ride with them. They came to the U.S. this past winter after the father had worked for the U.S. Army in Afghanistan. Won't you help the family get out and enjoy themselves on their bikes this summer? Contact [email protected]. 
Be Moved!   
 
Past Prime Time Dance Group, Wed Mornings, 8:30am, Fellowship Hall
Get moving with CUUC's Past Prime Time Dancers! We meet weekly in Fellowship Hall this summer. Class is free for CUUC members; suggested donation of $5 for non-members. All are welcome! Contact Terri Kung ([email protected]).  
Science & Spirituality    
 
Science & Spirituality, Thu Jul 11, 11:30am, Fireside
We meet the second and fourth Thursday and discuss books and articles on the intersection of spirituality and science. Join us! Contact: Barbara Mair ( [email protected] ). 
From Environmental Practices     
 
If you're looking for summer reading, consider five sustainability-focused books recommended by the New York League of Conservation Voters. The list includes this year's Pulitzer Prize winning novel, a collection of essays that each deal with the inter-connectedness of nature, and a biography about an environmentalist whose life spanned the 18th to 19th centuries. See the complete list and more detailed descriptions HERE.   
In the Community
 
Lights for Liberty: White Plains, Friday, July 12, 8:00 - 9:00pm, Tibbets Park, 10 N Broadway, White Plains
" Lights for Liberty: A Vigil to End Human Concentration Camps" will bring out thousands of people worldwide to protest the inhumane conditions faced by migrants. Indivisible White Plains invites you to bring your signs (no sticks, please), your electric candles or candle app on your phone, and your desire for positive change to their local vigil. 
 
Webinar with SURJ and Angela Davis, Tuesday, July 9, 8:00-10:00pm  
Join Showing Up for Racial Justice (SURJ) for a call with civil rights icon Angela Davis, part of our series "Connecting the Dots: Border Militarism, US Domestic and Foreign Policy, and the Myriad Connections of Racial Capitalism." Log in from your phone or computer. Register HERE.     
 
 
#FREEnewyork Town Hall: Westchester, Wednesday, July 10, 6:00 - 8:00pm, Yonkers Public Library - Riverfront Branch, 1 Larkin Center, Yonkers
Last month, NY state passed new bail, discovery, and speedy trial legislation. Join #Freenewyork for a town hall to learn about the impact on Westchester County, and what you can do to make sure no one is left behind. Free and open to the public. RSVP HERE . 
UUA Monthly Newsletter

"The longer days and fairer weather make summer an appealing time to refocus energy and deepen personal, family, and community spiritual practice. July's UUA newsletter [click HERE ] highlights a few programs and resources ." - Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray, UUA President
District Happenings - July

The monthly Opportunities for Connection newsletter for our region is now available, with articles and the calendar of Central East Region events and webinars. Read it HERE .
Share the Plate for July & August: Murray Grove 
 
This summer we share half our non-pledge collection with Murray Grove Retreat and Renewal Center, the only Unitarian Universalist conference center in the Metro area and the site traditionally considered to be where Universalism in America began. Among the many camps, trainings, retreats, and workshops offered is the program our Coming of Age classes attend as part of their journey toward creating a statement of faith.
Caring & Sharing Circle
 
If anyone knows of another among us who is in need of a caregiver, please contact Janet Giewat (914-617-2137, [email protected]), or Nicky Klemens (914-967-4419, [email protected]). Or contact the CUUC office (914-946-1660 x2, [email protected]).
This Week at CUUC
The full calendar can be found HERE. Room numbers subject to change; please check the board on Sunday morning. To reserve a room or Zoom online meeting, contact the CUUC office (914-946-1660 x2, [email protected]).
 
Sat Jul 6 - 10:00am Zen
Sun Jul 7 - 10:00am Summer Nursery Care; 10:00am Summer Worship  
Mon Jul 8 - 6:30pm T'ai-ch'i
Tue Jul 9 - 7:30pm Building Committee
Wed Jul 10 - 8:30am CUUC Dance Movement Group; 7:30pm Board of Trustees
Thu Jul 11 - 11:30am Science & Spirituality
Sat Jul 13 - 9:00am Rental: Exercise; 10:00am Zen
Sun Jul 14 - 10:00am  Summer Nursery Care; 10:00am Summer Worship 
Contacts

Minister: Rev. Meredith Garmon, [email protected], 914-946-1660 x3
Sabbatical Minister: Rev. Kimberley Debus, [email protected]
Dir of Lifespan Religious Education and Faith Development: Tracy Breneman, [email protected]
Dir of Faith Development: Perry Montrose, [email protected], 914-946-1660 x4
Coordinator of Religious Education: Michele Rinaldi, [email protected], 914-946-1660 x4
Community Minister: Rev. Deb Morra, [email protected], 914-830-1509
Community Minister: Rev. LoraKim Joyner, [email protected]
Music Director: Adam Kent, [email protected], 212-595-7280
Choir Director: Lisa Meyer, [email protected]
Choir Pianist: Georgianna Pappas, [email protected]
Children's Music Director: Lyra Harada, [email protected]
Congregation & Communications Administrator: Pamela Parker, [email protected], 914-946-1660 x2
Bookkeeper: Diane Pearson, [email protected], 914-946-1660 x5
Board of Trustees
Board Chair: Al Rocchi, [email protected]
Vice Chair: Joann Prinzivalli, [email protected]
Treasurer: Chris Kortlandt, [email protected]
Social Justice Coordinators
Jeff Tomlinson, [email protected]
Mary Cavallero, [email protected]
Rev. Meredith Garmon, [email protected]
Quick Links

On The Journey (current and past issues)
Social Justice Teams
Practice of the Week (current and all past)
The Quarterly Communitarian
CUUC Main Web Site
Liberal Pulpit Index
The Liberal Pulpit Video
Boundless Way Zen of Westchester
The e -Communitarian newsletter is e-mailed each week. 
Please send submissions to [email protected] by noon on Tuesday.
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