Sunday Morning In Person and Online:
Sun Oct 17, 10:00am ~ “A Covenantal People”
~ Rev. Meredith Garmon
Held together neither by creed nor by a canon of particular guiding texts, we are held together — if, indeed, we are held together at all — by covenant, by the promise we make to stick by one another. Our Committee on Ministry will, this year, be exploring how covenant functions at CUUC.
We return to in-person worship in the sanctuary! We will be following Covid safety protocols, showing proof of vaccination, remaining masked, and maintaining social distance from those not in our household. We will livestream the service on our usual Zoom, so those who are not attending in person can join online or by phone. We will not yet be hosting in-person coffee hour after worship.
To attend in person, please click here to RSVP (if you haven't already). Have your mask on and proof of vaccination ready as you enter.
To watch the service online from your device, click https://bit.ly/CUUC-Worship, or phone in (audio only): 1-646-876-9923. Webinar: 761 321 991 · Passcode: 468468
Outdoor Religious Education classes will start at 10:00am. Please arrive a few minutes early to allow students time to get to their class locations. We will observe Covid safety practices including wearing masks. Parents and guardians are expected to remain at CUUC while their children and youth attend RE.
Childcare is provided every Sunday during worship, either on the outdoor playground (when weather permits) or indoors in the nursery.
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Sunday Morning In Person and Online:
Sun Oct 24, 10:00am ~ “Thank God for Queer Folk”
~ Rev. Meredith Garmon
Celebrating LGBTQ History Month, and the ways that, throughout American history, the presence of queer folk has enriched the nation, forced it to confront its intolerance, and made us all better.
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For additional CUUC program & login information, scroll to the bottom.
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8th-12th Grade Youth Group, TONIGHT, Fri Oct 15, 6:30pm
Youth Group meets tonight for pizza, games, and Halloween Party planning. Bring your mask and meet in the CUUC upper parking lot.
Childcare & 1st-9th Grade Classes, Sun Oct 17, 10:00am Outside
Classes and childcare meet outside this Sunday during 10:00am worship. Outdoor childcare begins at 9:30am. Bring your masks and start at the RE table in the upper parking lot. Pickup for children will be at 11:15am outside, in front of the RE doors. This way, children can be outside the whole time unless they need to enter to use the restroom. Please complete registration for those in childcare through 12th grade RE online here or print this form and bring it with you Sunday morning.
If you are bringing children/youth to outdoor RE and aren't quite ready yourself to be inside for worship, we invite you to bring a chair, sit outside, and stream the service on your phone or laptop, or watch on a laptop we’ll make available in the upper parking lot.
Family Packet: Curiosity
Raquel has prepared a family packet for our monthly theme, Curiosity. There are discussion prompts, activities, videos and other resources we hope you will enjoy. Click here for the packet.
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The music of Unitarian composer Edvard Grieg seemed like the perfect way to return to in-person worship at CUUC. Contrasting himself with other icons of Western Art Music, Grieg once wrote “Artists like Bach and Beethoven erected churches and temples on the heights. I only wanted... to build dwellings for people in which they might feel happy and at home...” Click here to read Adam Kent's blog post. |
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Our Faith Family
Celebration of Life for Milton Hollar, Sat Oct 16, 3:00pm, CUUC Sanctuary
This Saturday we will host a memorial service for Dr. Milton Hollar, 91, of Ridgefield, CT, who died peacefully on Thu May 13, 2021. Milt was a regular presence at CUUC in the 1970s and 80s, and he maintained connections with the congregation later as a regular reader of our newsletter. You may learn more about Milt's life by clicking here.
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Our chalice is lit for longtime member Sandra F. Blum, who passed away peacefully on Wed Oct 13 at age 92, surrounded by family. She and her late husband, Donald, became members in 1959, and were active in the 1960s and 70s. We are grateful for Sandra's generous financial support of the congregation, which continued throughout her life. The family is considering a memorial service this winter.
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Take Action to Boost Voter Turnout
Letter-Writing Party, Sat Oct 16, 10:00am-12:00pm, Fellowship Hall
The Democracy Matters social justice team will provide all materials for these quick, effective letters (from Vote Forward) to underserved voters in Virginia. The NY Times says the race is surprisingly close and “will influence state policy on Covid-19, taxes, education, renewable energy and more.” It’s a pandemic-responsible party with a purpose (be vaccinated; wear a mask). Please RSVP to Karen Leahy (karenleahy101@gmail.com).
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Inquirers Series This Sun - Please RSVP
Inquirers Series, Sun Oct 17, 24, and 31, 11:30am –12:30pm, Zoom 3131. Session #2 "Social Justice" with Mary Cavallero, Sun Oct 17
Find out more about Unitarian Universalism and CUUC by attending our virtual Inquirers Series sessions. You will connect with staff and lay leaders as you learn about CUUC’s values, culture, and ministries, along with basics about Unitarian Universalism. Contact: Ginny Strand (vcs165@gmail.com). Please RSVP to admin@cucwp.org.
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Racial Justice Book Discussion - Sign Up
Book Discussion Groups: Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents
The Racial Justice/In the Spirit of Truth team invites you to read Caste, by Pulitzer-Prize-winning author Isabel Wilkerson, then join us at one of three discussion groups.
- Sat Oct 23, 3:00pm, Facilitator: Amy Nathan
- Sun Oct 24, 11:45am, Facilitator: Jeff Tomlinson
- Tue Oct 26, 7:00pm, Facilitator: Kevin McGaren-Clemens
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A Vote for the Environment
New York State has a proposition of great environmental interest on the ballot this November. Known as "Prop 2," it would amend the state constitution by adding this language: § 19. Environmental rights. Each person shall have a right to clean air and water, and a healthful environment. The CUUC Environmental Practices Group asks that you consider supporting the initiative and, while you're at it, supporting the municipal office candidates, County Executive, and Legislature candidates who will best support sound environmental policies. County elections have the greatest impact on local social justice policies, since Westchester County is responsible for sewers, solid waste collection, and recycling, as well as most social welfare programs in our area. Early voting is available from Sat Oct 23 – Sun Oct 31. Election Day is Tue Nov 2.
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From Furniture Sharehouse
Furniture Sharehouse is launching a Hurricane Ida Mattress Campaign to raise funds to purchase new mattresses to help affected families begin rebuilding their lives after the devastating storm. Donations will go directly towards purchasing new twin, full, and queen mattresses sets and frames. In addition, if they raise $10,000, an anonymous donor will match it with an additional $10,000! To learn more, visit https://furnituresharehouse.org/the-biggest-need-mattresses
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From Environmental Practices
Have you wondered whether what you put in recycling bins has value? In 2020 Westchester County earned $3,576,130 from the sale of its recyclables. This is because the county's recycling streams (commingled, paper) are “ clean” and in demand. We can help keep it that way by staying informed about what can and can't go into recycling bins. A series of short videos filmed from a kitchen, where those decisions are most frequently made, was released by Westchester's Department of Environmental Facilities. Here's the video on recycling plastic, glass, and metal items. Next week: two videos on how to handle paper and pizza boxes.
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Halloween Party - Save the Date
Parking Lot Halloween Party, Sat Oct 30, 1:00-3:00pm, Lower Parking Lot
Mark your calendar and start dreaming up your Halloween costumes. Then invite your friends and come to our parking lot Halloween party! Trick-or-Treating! Games! Fun for all ages! We invite all CUUC committees, teams, youth group, and individuals to occupy a spot along the parking lot trick-or-treat circuit and help us fill our trick-or-treaters' bags with goodies. Contact Tracy to sign up.
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Email Scam Alert
You may have received a fake email from “Meredith Garmon”
The subject was “Essential” from “executivescomittees12@gmail.com” and the message began “[Your name], are you free at the moment?” Our ministers will never email or text you asking for money or gift cards. Always look closely at the sender’s actual email, and do not reply to any suspicious messages. Contact the CUUC office if you are ever in doubt. Click here to learn more about this common scam.
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October Share the Plate: WCC Student Emergency Fund
This month we share half our non-pledge collection with the Westchester Community College Foundation Student Emergency Fund. The Fund provides aid and support to students at risk of dropping out due to central and emergency expenses, allowing them to continue in school and complete their degrees. Our contributions truly impact vulnerable students, and help change our world one person at a time through the power of education. Mail checks to CUUC with the memo "Share the Plate - WCC" or click here to pay online, and select "Share the Plate" to split your CUUC donation with WCC. You may also select "Other" and specify "WCC" in the note if you'd like your full donation to benefit the group.
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For links to our Zoom online meetings, see below.
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Weekly Calendar and Logins
Fri Oct 15 - 11:00am Journey Group: Rev. Garmon (Zoom 7899); 3:00pm “A Tempo with Adam” NO CONCERT TODAY; 6:30pm Youth Group (Upper Parking Lot); 7:00pm Journey Group: Sehdeva/Cox (Zoom 7899)
Sat Oct 16 - 10:00am Zen Practice (Room 43 & Zoom 7899); 3:00pm Celebration of Life Service for Milton Hollar (Sanctuary)
Sun Oct 17 - 10:00am Outdoor Religious Education (Upper Parking Lot); 10:00am In-Person and Online Worship (Sanctuary and Worship Zoom); 11:30am Inquirer's Series (Zoom 3131); 11:45am Journey Group: Freiberger (Zoom 7899); 11:45am Journey Group: Miller/Walkup (Zoom 6161)
Tue Oct 19 - 7:00pm Choir Rehearsal (Zoom 3131)
Wed Oct 20 - 7:00pm Choir Rehearsal (Zoom 3131)
Thu Oct 21 - 10:00am Journey Group: Traber (Zoom 6161)
Fri Oct 22 - 3:00pm "A Tempo with Adam" (A Tempo Zoom and Facebook Live); 6:30pm Youth Group, 8th-12th Grade (Upper Parking Lot)
Sat Oct 23 - 10:00am Zen Practice (Room 43 & Zoom 7899); 3:00pm Racial Justice Book Discussion: "Caste" (Zoom 6161)
Sun Oct 24 - 10:00am In-Person & Online Worship (Sanctuary and Worship Zoom); 11:30am Inquirer's Series (Zoom 3131); 11:45am Racial Justice Book Discussion: "Caste" (Zoom 6161)
ONLINE ZOOM MEETING LOGINS
or phone (audio only): 646-876-9923
Webinar: 761 321 991 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 929-436-2866
Meeting: 336 956 2210 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 646-876-9923
Meeting: 289 850 7899 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 646-876-9923
Meeting ID: 313 195 3131 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 929-436-2866
Meeting: 616 163 6161 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 646-558-8656
Meeting: 602 164 635 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 646-558-8656
Meeting: 817 388 428 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 929-436-2866
Meeting: 939 6077 5149 · Passcode: 468468
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Contacts
Dir of Lifespan Religious Education and Faith Development: Tracy Breneman, cuucwptracy@gmail.com, 914-434-7539
Board of Trustees
Social Justice Coordinators
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