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June 19
, 2020
Issue #548
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Upcoming Worship Services
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June 21
Online Service:
The Work of Love (
10:30 am)
Celebrating fathers, and fathering, this Sunday we explore the process of how deep and powerful love is forged. What do we learn about love in the heat of summer solstice? As we explore the theme of compassion this month, in a moment when strong feelings roil throughout our society, we turn to the feminist theologian Beverly Harrison to ask, "what is the relationship between anger and compassion?"
Or call in by phone: 1-669-900-6833,
then enter
Meeting ID: 444 532 079
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Sunday Circle and New Saturday Circle
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Sunday Circle - 9:00 am
Since Social Distancing means we can't gather in our Fireside Room, we have evolved a Zooming Circle. See connection information below.
This Sunday's Circle topic -- facilitated by Karen Glikman -- Kate Raworth and "Exploring Doughnut Economics." Here is a brief description from her website, which is
https://www.kateraworth.com
Humanity's 21st century challenge is to meet the needs of all within the means of the planet. In other words, to ensure that no one falls short on life's essentials (from food and housing to healthcare and political voice), while ensuring that collectively we do not overshoot our pressure on Earth's life-supporting systems, on which we fundamentally depend - such as a stable climate, fertile soils, and a protective ozone layer. The Doughnut of social and planetary boundaries is a playfully serious approach to framing that challenge, and it acts as a compass for human progress this century.
Use the following link for Sunday Circle at 9:00 am:
Or call in by phone:
1-669-900-6833, then enter Meeting ID: 738 308 019
Saturday Circle NEW!
UUCM's Sunday Circle has become so popular that we are starting a Saturday Circle at 9:00 am as well. Chalice lighting, interesting conversations, Joys and Concerns, and a bit of silent contemplation all make for a meaningful social experience.
Or call in by phone:
1-669-900-6833, then enter Meeting ID: 738 308 019
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Many meetings and events have been cancelled or postponed.
P
lease contact the coordinator of your group for additional information.
Have something to share with the UU Marin church community? Send it to newsletter@uumarin.org, by
Tuesdays at 7 am for same week publications.
Order of Service announcements are due by Wednesday at 5 pm,
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Weekly Worship Links
Use the following link for Traditional Service at 10:30 am:
Or call in by phone: 1-669-900-6833, then enter Meeting ID: 444 532 079
Use the following link for Saturday & Sunday Circle at 9:00 am:
Technical Problems: text or call Janette at (415) 871-7232
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Special Announcement from Phoebe Eckart, Youth Coordinator
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Despite COVID-19's best efforts to stand in the way of plans, we are preparing to hold bridging for our two high school seniors this year, Wil Bauer and Rachel Berg!
Have you been a friend, mentor, cheerleader, or peer to our recent high school graduates? If so, would you be willing to do one or both of the following?
(1) Come to the church courtyard one night this week to add a bit of paint to the door?
We hope to have one family at a time, without overlap in order to do this safely. *We will have new/clean brushes + chocolate!
Here
is a doodle poll to sign up for painting slots tonight or tomorrow. Or contact Phoebe at
Phoebe.eckart@gmail.com
for a night this coming week.
(2) Could you please record a <1 minute video of you wishing our bridgers well and send it to
Phoebe.eckart@gmail.com
or
Revlynne@uumarin.org
?
As we can't have folks physically on the other side of the door, I am hoping to put together a collection of your messages to celebrate their time as youth or welcome them into young adulthood. I'll also be set up to record you saying a few words at church if you are able to come to paint the door.
I know that this has been an extremely strange and difficult time, where celebration can feel challenging, and so I would be extremely grateful for your help in celebrating and supporting our bridging youth.
In faith,
Phoebe
This Sunday is our last Sunday of regular programming for the Summer. Come celebrate with us!
For preschool to 1st grade
Sunday Morning Program with Glynda Christian
Sundays at 9:30 am Celebrating Fathers and Granddads
Join Zoom Meeting by clicking on
For grades 6th to 12th grade
UUCM Middle School Gathering with Phoebe Eckart
Sundays at 1:00 pm
Celebrating Solstice UU style on Minecraft.
If you have not given us your Minecraft user name or don't have a JAVA account, contact Phoebe Eckart so we can get you connected into the realm. Phoebe.eckart@gmail.com
Then on Sunday join us on Zoom by clicking on:
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Dear Ones,
Summer is upon us! I will be stepping back from leading weekly worship, and give more time to rest and study in the coming weeks. Last week marked the last mid-week service I will lead for now. After this Sunday, I will next lead the service on July 19. I will be "in the office" off and on between now and then, and then be fully away except for emergencies from July 20 until August 17. I'll resume leading services regularly August 23.
My gratitude to all the leaders and staff keeping our train on the tracks as I step back, and all the wonderful guest speakers our Worship Associates have lined up. Gratitude especially to our affiliated minister Rev. Theresa Novak for stepping up to preach twice this summer -- having a familiar face leading Zoom services makes such a difference.
With you on the journey,
Rev. Marcus Hartlief
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Teacher Search for Religious Exploration Programs
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We at UUCM are looking for passionate, creative teachers to grow resilient, resourceful youth by
creating caring connections and traditions, inviting curiosity and spiritual exploration and
exploring ways to build a better and more compassionate world together.
We are looking to fill four 4-5 hour per week paid teacher positions as follows:
Early Childhood Teacher - infants to kindergarten
Elementary Age Teacher - 1st to 5th grade
Youth Coordinator - 6th to 8th/9th grade
Youth Advisor - 9th to 12th grade
Our ideal candidates will have:
- experience with organization, coordination and implementation of educational programs for youth, ideally in UU settings;
- familiarity with, and excitement about, a children empowerment model;
- knowledge of age-appropriate content and instructional practices;
- excellent written and oral communication skills; facility with media and technology including digital meeting platforms;
- a sense of humor and capacity for joy and play;
- experience with or knowledge of Unitarian Universalism; and
- education or experience in teaching, and/or children programming.
A religious educator who does not have all the necessary expertise and experience may still be considered and would be supported for growth through on-the-job training, continuing education, and leadership development.
If you or someone you know would be a good fit for any of these positions, please review or pass on the job descriptions and the COVID-19 addendum.
To apply: submit a brief letter of interest, resume and at least three references by noon on
June 26, 2020
(or until the positions are filled) to Rev. Lynne Scarpa at
revlynne@uumarin.org
* The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Marin is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive community and does not discriminate with regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, marital status, abilities, or socioeconomic status.
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Remarkable People - June 19
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On Friday, June 19, at 7:30 pm, Monique Webster will speak (on Zoom) about her life. "Remarkable People" is such a great way to get to know our fellow UUers.
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The UUCM book club will meet via Zoom in June and July. We will discuss "Obsessive Genius - The Inner World of Marie Curie," on June 22, and "The Dutch House," by Ann Patchett on July 27.
Please email
kimholscher51@gmail.com to join the conversation.
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Virtual General Assembly (VGA) 2020 offers Unitarian Universalists an opportunity to gather and deepen our connections with each other and our faith. In addition to the General Sessions, Synergy, Service of the Living Tradition and Sunday worship, registered attendees can also enjoy daily morning worship, Welcoming celebrations, live workshops, an on-demand library of programming, presentations by featured speakers and special events such as coffee hours, worship reflection time, and evening entertainment.
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Call 100,000 Voters: Phone Bank at GA
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
8:00 am to 10:00 pm ET
You do not need to be signed up for GA to do this!
Katherine Da Silva Jain is forming teams for this incredible endeavor. Let's protect our democracy and participate easily from our own homes. Here is the link to sign up https://www.uuthevote.org/phone-banking/
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Get involved in the UUJMCA (UU Justice Ministry of CA). Many virtual actions are planned over the next few months including:
- A group of women in Marin have started a new organization called Dine11Marin/Canal. As part of the work of that org, they are partnering with Canal organizations to provide food from local restaurants to immigrant residents. If interested in supporting this cause, contact lauriepdubin@gmail.com
- For information on Environmental Issues and elders, see www.eldersaction.org or contact Katherine DaSilva Jain.
- Contact Sarah Tiederman sarahtpolitics@gmail.com for getting involved with writing postcards to encourage voting in disenfranchised communities.
- Please remember to complete your Census form and encourage friends and family. Our count is critical for our State and County. For further info or flyers, contact Anne Spatola amspatola@comcast.net
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Do you want to make a difference in our county and the world? We focus on local issues which are relevant to all of us. Bring your ideas and concerns to the UUCM Social Justice Committee. We meet the third Sunday of each month at noon.
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Continue your commitment to environmental and economic justice by shopping at
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Staff Links
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Office Hours:
Tuesday-Thursday: mid-morning to late afternoon or into the evening.
Call, text or email to make an appointment.
415-578-9632 (direct), 510-213-0404 (cell)
Administrator:
Janette Morrow
Director of Family Ministries:
Rev. Lynne Scarpa
Choir Director:
Amanda Nelson
Early Childhood Teacher: Glynda Christian
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eWeekly Deadline for Friday issue:
Tuesday by 7 am - activities and announcements, staff columns, committee reports
Weekly articles can contain:
- Notices of UUCM sponsored events, meetings, or other activities which involve the entire congregation.
- Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) or Pacific Western Region announcements of interest to the entire congregation.
(Staff article length 250 words)
Proofreader: Victoria T. Holdridge
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Marin
415-479-4131
240 Channing Way
San Rafael, CA 94903
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