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ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR JANUARY 25, 2015:
NEXT SERVICE: Sunday, February 1: Joining Triple A. Rev. Celie Katovitch.
NEXT DROP-IN DISCUSSION: Sunday, February 1: Sanctuary Village. George Payne is the founder and director of Gandhi Earth Keepers International based here in Rochester. For the past three months he has been actively involved with the downtown homeless encampment referred to as "Sanctuary Village." He will speak about his experiences working in Sanctuary Village and discuss the effort to pass a Homeless Bill of Rights in Monroe County. For more information about George and his work, visit www.gandhiearthkeepers.org.
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!
ANNUAL SERVICE AUCTION: next Sunday, February 1!! Our auction donation booklet is now available for your shopping pleasure! Pick one up outside the sanctuary or at the auction table in the Clara Barton Lounge during coffee hour. Our auction is next Sunday, February 2 after the service. Lunch will be available and then the fun begins! If you want to participate but can't attend, proxy forms are available. Contact Paula Marchese at [email protected] with any questions.
BOOK GROUP: TODAY, Sunday, January 25 at 12:15 in the Adult Lounge. We will read Heather Menzies Jones' Nanoman. This book is available from Amazon (you will need her middle name). We will also have a copy or two to pass around. The novel takes an irreverant look at modern American life with a great deal of humor while it also tells a good story. Everyone is welcome to attend. Please contact Sarah Singal or Shirley Bond.
MANY THANKS from the RAIHN director, board and families to the many members and friends of First Universalist who donated gift cards recently for use by the families in the program. "We are grateful for individuals like you who want to make a difference for homeless families. YOU make a difference!" Thank you!
FOR THE NEW YEAR, TRAIN FOR RAIHN* Tuesday, February 10th, 6:30 PM at Christ Church, 36 S Main St, Pittsford. The training covers the RAIHN philosophy and expectations for guests and volunteers. You do not need to pre-register to attend the training--just show up! *Rochester Area Interfaith Hospitality Network: helping homeless families achieve sustainable independence
INTERFAITH IMPACT OF NEW YORK STATE will hold its annual legislative briefing at First Universalist on Sunday, March 15, 2:00-4:30 pm. The topic is "Show Me the Money: Escalating Inequality Hurts," with Michael Kink from Strong Economy for all Coalition (Albany), Ann Johnson of ACT Rochester and a fast food worker. Escalating Inequality is a UUA study-action issue. Questions: Contact Dick Gilbert at 244-7403 or [email protected].
DISTRICT ASSEMBLY will be March 27-28, 2015 in Niagara Falls. This year's theme is "Deep Roots, Broad Wings". If interested, please contact Tom Williams at [email protected].
EASTMAN LUNCHTIME CONCERT SERIES: Concerts are held in the sanctuary each Thursday at 12:15 pm. 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.
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Annual Service Auction- Next Sunday, February 1!!