Installation Ceremony

The Board of Trustees of First Universalist Church cordially invites members of the Congregation to the installation ceremony of Reverend Celie Katovich on Sunday, November 16, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. in the sanctuary at First Universalist Church. A reception will follow the service in the Clara Barton Lounge. 

Born in Syracuse, New York, Reverend Celie Katovitch attended Gettysburg College and Harvard Divinity School and was ordained at First Unitarian Church of Cleveland. She has served as a staff member at a shelter for temporarily homeless men and on spiritual care staff/hospital chaplaincy department. 

Friday Night Cozy Supper

Join us for our next Cozy Friday Night Supper with Faith Development 5:30 to 7:30 PM on October 17th.  Supper, with a vegan option, is provided.  This session will focus on the fifth principle of the UUA - The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large.  Sign up on the bulletin board in the Clara Barton Lounge, or contact Kathy Russell 585-544-2643 or [email protected].   Your RSVP/Sign Up will allow us to prepare appropriately.  Child-friendly activities exploring this principle will be arranged if you make a request one week in advance.

And for those of you who really like to plan ahead... Future Cozy Friday Night Supper Dates for this church year are Nov 21, Jan 9 and Feb 27.

Bread Sunday

The Annual Bread Sunday is set for October 19th immediately after the service.  Cooks, chefs and amateur kitchen helpers are invited to bring their favorite bread to share with the members and friends.  The Bible tells us that we cannot live by bread alone but are also told that all we need is to be given our daily bread.  Marie Antoinette allegedly stated that since there was no bread the peasants should eat cake. So, whether it is bread in the traditional sense or  bread that is more cake, come share in this traditional Sunday celebration.

Let Bill Elwell know if you are planning on providing bread.

This Week at First Universalist

Thank you for keeping us updated, both when you schedule events and when you need to cancel one!  Please continue to do so. Send news of your events to [email protected]; or call 546-2826.

ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR OCTOBER 12, 2014:

NEXT SERVICE: Sunday, October 19: Miraculous Community.This Bread Sunday, we'll celebrate what caring community makes possible. Rev. Celie Katovitch.

NEXT DROP-IN DISCUSSION: Sunday, October 19: Covenants, Not Creeds.  Our First Universalist Church affirmation of faith is a covenant to do certain things, not a creed to which everyone is obligated to pay lip service.  Our drop-in discussion group has a reviewable and renewable covenant as to how to conduct discussions.  Janet Rothbeind will help us explore the meaning of covenants.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: Kids ages four and older join us every week in the sanctuary for the first portion of our worship service. Children's Worship begins after the Message for All Ages. Nursery care for babies and younger children is on the second floor provided throughout the service. We also have seating in our second floor foyer, where parents can hold their little ones and listen to the service via speaker.

ARE YOU NEW TO FIRST UNIVERSALIST?  Have you come a few times and want to find out more about Unitarian Universalism and our congregation?  Then stop by the Welcome Table  in the Clara Barton Lounge during coffee hour.  You'll find friendly folks there every Sunday who are eager to talk with you!

FOOD INGATHERING TODAY, Sunday, October 12. Donations of non-perishable food items will be collected to benefit The Community Food Cupboard on Nester Street.

COZY FRIDAY NIGHT SUPPER: Join us THIS FRIDAY for Cozy Friday Night Supper with Faith Development 5:30 to 7:30 PM on October 17th.  Supper, with a vegan option, is provided.  This session will focus on the fifth principle of the UUA - The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large.  Sign up on the bulletin board in the Clara Barton Lounge, or contact Kathy Russell 585-544-2643 or [email protected].   Your RSVP/Sign Up will allow us to prepare appropriately.  Child-friendly activities exploring this principle will be arranged if you make a request one week in advance.

LEADERSHIP ASSEMBLY: Saturday Oct 18, 9am.  All Board members, Committee on Ministry members and committee chairs are asked to attend. All committees should be represented. All other church leaders are welcome. Key topics will include church communications and the coordination of the church calendar.

THE ANNUAL BREAD SUNDAY is October 19th immediately after the service.  Cooks, chefs and amateur kitchen helpers are invited to bring their favorite bread to share with the members and friends.  The Bible tells us that we cannot live by bread alone but are also told that all we need is to be given our daily bread.  Marie Antoinette allegedly stated that since there was no bread the peasants should eat cake. So, whether it is bread in the traditional sense or  bread that is more cake, come share in this traditional Sunday celebration. Let Bill Elwell know if you are planning on providing bread.

BOOK CLUB: Sunday, Oct. 26, 12:15 pm in the Adult Lounge. The selection is The First Muslim: The Story of Mohammad, by Leslie Hazelton. Come and enjoy. Sarah Singal or Shirley Bond can give you further information.

LEARN MORE ABOUT RAIHN* Learn how you can help some temporarily homeless families get back on their feet.  Attend the next RAIHN training session on Wednesday, October 15th, from 7-9 pm at  Church of the Assumption, 20 East Ave., Fairport.  Attending a training session is not a commitment to volunteer, but it's a good way to learn about how RAIHN works. No pre-registration is necessary--just show up! Once trained, consider volunteering for a spot during our next host week, December 14-21, and you will be giving some homeless  Rochester families a wonderful gift. Questions? Contact Chris DeGolyer ([email protected]). *Rochester Area Interfaith Hospitality Network: helping homeless families achieve sustainable independence

PEACE VIGIL: Weekly, Sunday Noon-to-1 PM, at Goodman Street & East Ave. Your choice of peaceful signs to hold, if you will.  Just show up or contact Hal Bauer.

OUR (PAPER) OUTLOOK, NOW IN COLOR! The monthly newsletter, often referred to as the Paper Outlook, is available online. You can view it by going to the Learn More box of our website and  clicking on the Monthly Newsletter link.

EASTMAN LUNCHTIME CONCERT SERIES: Beginning October 23, concerts will be held each Thursdays at 12:15. They are free and open to the public.

A CARING COMMITTEE REMINDER: When a family member enters the hospital, needs emergency meals, needs transportation to church, or wants home visits; please contact Ruth Fitzgerald [email protected] 225-0555,or Eileen Fernandez, [email protected].

HEARING LOOP IN SANCTUARY: Please use the T setting on your hearing aid or see an usher for a receiver.