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Vespers Service from November 4, 2020, still available
We continue to receive much positive feedback about Wednesday evening’s Vespers Service, from “I didn’t realize I needed this, but I did,” to this blog post from Spiritual Director Lisa Hess from Ohio. If you didn't catch it, or want to experience it again, click here for the archived video. Thanks again to our ministers, musicians (Kim Carballo and Carrie Newcomer), and tech folks. Special shout out to Sarah Flint for introducing us earlier to Shambhala Meditation’s Shamatha Yoga and those words, “Earth, Courage, Calm Abiding.”
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Sunday, November 8, 2020
10:15 am Livestream
More Waters Rising
Reverend Mary Ann Macklin
Reverend Dave Clements
Reverend Emily Manvel Leite
And Other Ministers
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We will gather again this Sunday, albeit virtually, to meet the rising waters of our time. As Mark Belletini wrote in his poem, “Election Promises,”
the polls are not just open on Tuesday. I say they are open every day. Every hour. Even here. Even now…I’m going to vote, right now, for the right to dream of a world where the word politics doesn’t stop me in my tracks, and where the word honor still has a few good meanings left. I’m going to vote right now for the power of free people to actually be free
If you are seeking hope for the future, know that we will be celebrating our First Graders during worship this Sunday in our annual Age of Reason ceremony—don’t miss this important event in their lives and the life of our congregation!
We will be joined by special guest musicians Daniel Reed, Christy True, Zoe Reed, Adrian Reed, and Connor True. We will also be joined by singer-songwriter Peter Mayer, singing "Blue Boat Home."
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New T-shirt Available!
Order by November 20
Mary Blizzard and Marcia Hart have designed a new t-shirt for us, inspired by Peter Mayer's "Blue Boat Home" song. Also available as a long-sleeve tee and as a pullover hoodie! Reverend Macklin has been working with Mary and Marcia; we hope these t-shirts will be a means of showing UUCB solidarity when we show up to witness for justice. If you are experiencing financial barriers in purchasing a shirt, please contact Reverend Macklin at macklin(at)uubloomington.org. Join in and order yours today! (This is not a fundraiser.)
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Connect with our UU Community during Virtual Coffee Hour! Every Sunday after the service
Everyone is welcome to join us after the worship service until 12:15 pm for engaging conversation in Virtual Coffee Hour.
Breakout Conversations:
- Choir
- General Discussion
Email connect(at)uubloomington.org if you would like to host a breakout conversation on the topic of your choice. --Ann LeDuc, Connections Coordinator
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS
Have you heard? We are busy putting together some kits to help families celebrate the many holidays between the end of November and early January. Click here to request your Winter Play Kit BEFORE this Sunday, November 8th!
Anti-Racist Families will be exploring history and current events of Indigenous Peoples throughout November and will meet Sunday, November 8th, at 11:30 am via Zoom. Contact Adrienne Summerlot for more information.
Visit our webpage for more ideas about how you can explore the congregational theme of healing, special activity ideas, and stay up to date on the latest news and information about Religious Education.
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UU Freethinkers meet November 8, 12:45 pm
The UU Freethinkers will meet this Sunday at 12:45 p.m. via Zoom for an open discussion of social, political, and theological/religious issues. If you'd like to join us, please contact Harold Ogren, ogrenh (at) gmail.com, to get the link to the Zoom meetings and to be added to our email discussion list.
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UU Singles Meeting Thursday, November 12, 6 pm
We are a group of single adults within the UU Bloomington community who meet occasionally for various kinds of connective events as a group. We'd love to have you join us! The following events will take place over Zoom.
Thursday evening, November 12:
* 6 to 6:30 pm, introductions and check-ins
* 6:30 to 7:30 pm, game night
If you are not already on the UU Singles e-mail list, please contact mariedeer1961(at)gmail.com or 812-391-0900.
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Say "Yes, And!" to Leadership with Improvisation
Saturday, November 14, 10 - 11:30 am
Humor is the glue that bonds all. Join Executive Coach and UUCB member, Suzanne Fodor, on Saturday, November 14th for Say “Yes, And!” to Leadership with Improvisation. This virtual workshop/play session will investigate the principles of improvisation and how they apply to leadership, communication, and teamwork. In this safe space, will participate in improvisation games and mini-scenes that will foster teamwork, listening, and creativity. Our time together promises to be fun and may include laughter and creativity!
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! Just an open heart, a listening ear, and eager energy. This FREE leadership workshop is sponsored by the UUCB Leadership Cultivation Committee. Questions? Email connect (at) uubloomington.org.
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Visit with Ann on Mondays!
Every Monday, 1-2 pm, join the Connections Coordinator, Ann LeDuc, via Zoom to ask questions, or just to visit. Newcomers and current congregation members are all welcome. Additional ways to contact Ann are via email at connect(at)uubloomington.org or phone at (812) 720-3688. Use this link to drop in and talk to Ann on Mondays, 1-2 pm.
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Online Holiday Bazaar Coming Soon! Nov 20-30
UU Bloomington’s new twist on the old fashioned church bazaar is only 14 days away from opening online. The Bazaar will be open as an online auction November 20-30.
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Check out the Bazaar website for more info and a link to the auction catalog:
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Want to help out?
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Bake cookies for the Cookie Cruise - Contact Linda Pickle, linda.pickle(at)wku.edu
- Coming up with some creative food ideas for Gourmet Galaxy - Contact Ann Kamman, aok719(at)yahoo.com
- Donate a some Quality Reusables for the online auction - Contact Doris Wittenburg, dwittenb(at)indiana.edu
The deadline for offering your donations to these category leaders is Tuesday, November 10. Delivery of items to the church will be on the first few days of December.
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Each One, Feed TWO Food Drive
November 7 and 8
We're participating as a drop-off location for a two day Food Drive organized by Monroe County United Ministries, coming up next weekend. Drop off donations on the north side of the UU Church, near the Portico entrance. Place your food donations in the bins marked EACH ONE FEED TWO. Thank you from the UUCB Hunger Task Force!
An alternative drop-off site for groceries for this effort is 2204 E Arden Drive.
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Community Connections
From Noah's Ark Bloomington: Coming up Nov 8 and 15, "Stereotypes - Loosening Their Hold on our Hearts, Minds, and Actions"
The second Noah's Ark event in our series, Facing Our Fear and Outrage -Finding Ways Forward Together, happens soon. This two-part event will be held via Zoom on Sunday, November 8 and Sunday, November 15. Click here for the flyer.
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Beware Email Fraud
Our ministers, staff, lay leaders, and board members will never send you email asking you for any money besides your pledge payment!
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Deadline for submissions to the Order of service and Friday UU Update
Thursday, 9 am, to office (at) uubloomington.org
Masthead photo by Jack King.
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Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington, Indiana
Mailing address during covid:
UU Church, PO Box 1158,
Nashville, Indiana 47448-1158
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