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Jodi Ede,
Congregational Administrator
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MISSION STATEMENT
La misiĆ³n de la iglesia Unitaria Universalista de Fresno es:
Amar inclusivamente
Crecer espiritualmente
Servir con gratitud y
Trabajar por la justicia
The Mission of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Fresno
is to:
Love Inclusively
Grow Spiritually
Serve Gratefully
And Work for Justice
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UU Women's Group will meet the second Saturday, Dec. 8, noon for our Annual Christmas Potluck
at the home of Sylvia Woodburne, (559) 696-4720. We'll share the food, sing songs, and all are welcome. Please RSVP by email/phone. skysyl@sbcglobal.net
It's time for the annual UU youth talent show!
We'd love to see you dance, sing, play a musical instrument, recite some poetry, do some magic tricks, or share your hidden talent. Try outs are December 9 and 16 immediately after the service and all rehearsed acts will be entered. Dress rehearsal is Friday, January 25th at 5:00 p.m. and the show will be on Saturday, January 26th at 7:00 p.m. Sarah Cupp
scupp76@icloud.com
*FLEECE*FLEECE*FLEECE needed to make blankets for the kids at M'Ella House
. Please bring 2 yards of anti-pill fleece per blanket to the RE table now through Dec 16th. Great deals at Joann's. UUCF youth will work together in January to provide our annual donation of blankets. M'Ella House is a live-in program for parents recovering from addiction and their kids. Carrie Wise wippley2k@hotmail.com .
Paint Night!
Fun, fellowship and a fabulous UU-inspired painting. 2nd annual UU Paint Night will be Sat, Jan 12th 6:30 pm. $40/person includes all supplies & 1 drink ticket. Tickets must be purchased in advance: Sundays in the breezeway or M-F 9-4 in UU front office. Support our YRUU youth attend GA 2019 in Spokane, WA. See Karin Livingstone
klivingstone@gmail.com
or Karri Gordon for more info.
All-Church Potluck to welcome new members will be held Sunday, Jan. 13, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
in the sanctuary. Everyone is invited. Theme is "Winter Wonderland." Bring a crock pot of soup, salad, bread, or dessert. There will be music. Dick Richardson, richardsondick695@gmail.com , (559) 431-5013.
Would your child like to be a part of the UU Children's Choir and perform a few familiar songs with a group at the Talent Show on January 26th?
Rehearsal will be on Friday January 25th at 5:00. We would love for them to become part of the tradition! Contact Sarah Cupp at scupp76@icloud.com or 559-970-0645 for more information or questions.
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All Ages Holiday Carol Sing and Cookie Swap December 9 from 12:00 pm -12:45 pm
. Sing your favorite Christmas carols and songs and enjoy some holiday cookies and hot chocolate. We'll also decorate the church Christmas Tree. Bring some favorite holiday cookies to share (drop them off in the kitchen before the service).
December Bible Study December 9 from 12:30 - 2:00 pm.
Join Rev. Tim in the Youth Room for another session of Bible Study, focused on an Advent/Christmas themed passage. No registration necessary.
UU Humanists - Sunday December 16, Rooms 1-3. Marlene Masten presenting on the Alternatives to Violence Project.
AVP facilitators conduct workshops on resolving conflicts without manipulation, coercion, or violence. Noon potluck, join us with or without food. Discussion at 12:30. Contact Devin Carroll, devinc@sbcglobal.net 559-240-5127.
Friday, Dec. 21 at 7:00 p.m.
"Winter Solstice Celebration" An Evening of Candlelight and Rituals Led by Rev. Tim Kutzmark. In this season of darkness and light, join us as we anticipate the longest night of the year. ALL AGES WELCOME!
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Craft Circle:
bring your artsy projects, your inspiration, your ideas, your questions...join together with fellow crafty types to work on our projects. We can collaborate & inspire each other. Bring a sack lunch & your materials. No experience necessary. New faces welcome! Sun, Dec 9, 12:15-2:15pm - Rm 7
Childcare will be provided upon request. https://www.facebook.com/events/376633612864238/
As part of our church's participation in the Adopt-A-Highway Program, a roadside clean-up will be held on Saturday, December 15.
We will meet at the church at 8:00 am and carpool to the site alongside Highway 168 in Clovis. Reflective vests and other equipment will be provided. Wear sturdy boots. You must be 16 years of age or older to participate. Rain cancels. Bob Hudgens,
robertehudgens@earthlink.net
473-9472
Books, toys & basic warm clothing - M'Ella House gift bag project accepting infant & toddler-sized gift-ready clothing, toys, and board books.
Newborn to child's size 12 needed. Bring unwrapped donations to UU now until Sun 16 Dec 2018, labeled "M'Ella House". Thank you for supporting our M'Ella House families this holiday season. More info: Karin Livingstone (klivingstone@gmail.com)
Why not bring your kids by the Bookstore, for holiday shopping?
New jewelry, handmade ornaments and Nativity scenes, from Oaxaca, and one-of-a-kind blank books, are all well within anyone's budget. Add one of the inexpensive holiday cards we've got, thanks to a donation, and your child can buy presents for the whole family! Profits from Bookstore sales go to benefit our church. 62wendy@gmail.com
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Do you know a worthy non-profit (preferably local) organization that would benefit from the Second Sunday Social Justice Collection?
The Social Justice Team will be meeting on December 9 to select recipients for 2019. Applications are available at the Social Justice Table or by emailing Ellis Vance, vev40@comcast.net.
Warm clothes needed!
Bring jackets, sweaters, scarves, mittens, and socks that are either new or in good condition on Sun, Dec. 16. They'll be brought forward during the annual Christmas pageant and donated locally for those who need them during the colder months of the year.
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Our thoughts are with Darcy Williams, our Board of Trustees President, whose mother died recently.
Notes and cards can be sent to 5294 N. Angus, Fresno CA 93710
At the time of this writing Mike Reilly
, was scheduled to have a serious procedure performed on Friday, December 7. As a result of his long-term battle with kidney disease and its complications, Mike will undergo a below-the-knee amputation of his right leg, with a subsequent long period of rehab to follow. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you help in the future, but at this time the family requests that only notes and cards of support be sent to the house. Lorenzo Bassman, lorenzo.bassman@gmail.com.
Staff Member Injury and Absence
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Patty Bennett, our Member Services Coordinator, took a serious fall several weeks ago and injured her hip. She will soon undergo surgery and will be unable to work for multiple weeks as she recovers. Please join us in wishing Patty a successful surgery and recuperation. Notes and Cards can be sent to: 512 E. Harvard, Fresno CA 93704
To insure proper record keeping, all contributions made to UUCF should be clearly noted what they are intended for.
Contributions received without a note are applied to pledge-of-record, if applicable, or towards unpledged donations. If you are in doubt of the specific fund, a short note of explanation will suffice. Our office will contact you if further clarification is necessary
Vocalist Don Gaede, pianist Gary Rossi, and bassist Nye Morton have recorded a CD of American standard songs, available for purchase in the church bookstore for $10
. Nancy Richardson's review: "Beautiful! Uplifting!" All proceeds go to the UUCF music program. Don Gaede veinpros@gmail.com
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Suppose you inherited stocks in a company whose values do not align with yours. You want to get rid of it, but you're concerned about the capital gains tax if you sell it. Consider, instead, donating it to the church. If done correctly, you can avoid paying capital gains on it. Confer with Kathy Huber, Facilities and Finance Manager at 559-322-6146 or
operations@uufresno.org
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Thank you so much for doing your part in making eScrip a success for
Unitarian Universalist Church of Fresno!
To register to participate in eScrip,
and follow the instructions.
We are listed as Unitarian Universalist Church of Fresno
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to
view a short video about the program
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Events listed in What's NUU are open to everyone, members and visitors alike.
Childcare is often available upon request by contacting Katie Hymans.
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