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Online Worship, Sunday, January 17
“Radical Welcoming”
Rev. Kristina Church
Gathering Music 10:25am - Service 10:30am
A random encounter on a busy street corner uncovers deep longing and becomes the catalyst for a lifetime project of welcoming the stranger. How can the practice of radical hospitality become a part of our own lives?
or call 646-558-8656, Meeting ID 600 398 863
Passcode: 230809
Gathering music starts at 10:25am. You are invited to log in early to greet one another.
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To protect ourselves and our neighbors, we are holding gatherings and Sunday services online. Check our website at fusw.org and our Facebook page to find information and updates during this time.
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Upcoming Events
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Saturday, January 23, 7:00pm, Game Night ~ Contact Betsy Kates (bkates42@verizon.net). Details below.
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Saturday, January 30, 4:00pm, Fireside Chat ~ An online gathering to check in, hear your thoughts, and share our ideas for this year and beyond. Contact Rina Schunk (admin@fusw.org). Details below.
Upcoming Worship
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Sunday, January 24, 10:30am - “Stories We Carry and Those We Leave Behind” ~ Roy Program Group
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Sunday, January 31, 10:30am - “Cool Loneliness: Finding Meaning in Solitude”~ Rev. Kristina Church
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Online Game Night, Saturday, January 23, 7:00pm
Join the fun! Hop online for our monthly gathering of restorative play with FUSW folks and friends. January promises some surprises, so stay tuned! Contact Betsy Kates (bkates42@verizon.net). Click here to log in to game night, or call 646-558-8656 (audio only), Meeting ID: 979 3808 1663, Passcode: 732803
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From the Minister
Greetings, FUSW folks! It's great to be back amongst you after my time away, which was of course punctuated by all the political tumult of the past week. No matter what happens in Washington this month, we have some thought-provoking and soul-satisfying services planned for you in January. Our Board of Trustees will also be hosting a "Fireside Chat" later this month, in which we'll begin to envision the way forward for this congregation, after all we've been through this year.
During this season of new starts and hopeful resolutions, I encourage you to think about how you might share your gifts and talents with FUSW. Now is a great time to get more involved with this community of care and connection. I look forward to seeing and talking with each of you at an upcoming service, or other FUSW event. Meanwhile, be well and stay safe!
~ Blessings, Kristina
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From the Treasurer
Year End Tax Statements
A statement of your total tax-deductible contribution to FUSW for the calendar year 2020 will be in the mail next week. You will receive two pages, one with contributions from January through June, and one from July through December. Members and friends who pledged to the operating budget for the FUSW fiscal year (July 2020 through June 2021) recently received status reports on their pledge payments. (Yes, our fiscal year differs from the calendar/tax year.) Questions? Contact Susan Greenberg (fuswtreasurer@gmail.com) or Rina Schunk (admin@fusw.org).
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Fireside Chat
FUSW Fireside Chat, Saturday, January 30, 4:00pm
The FUSW Board invites you to a virtual "Fireside Chat" where we can hear each other's thoughts on our pandemic-era services and activities, plus ideas for the remainder of the year and beyond. The Board will also share a few brief updates. Please mark your calendar and watch for an agenda soon. Click here to log in to the Fireside Chat, or call 646 558 8656 (audio only), Meeting ID: 961 1638 3341, Passcode: 422908.
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Congregation Survey
To prepare for the January 30 "Fireside Chat," we have created a survey to gather important information and take the pulse of the congregation. It should take no more than 5 minutes of your time. You may remain anonymous or share your name in the comments - your choice. Either way, we need your input! Questions? Contact Rina (admin@fusw.org). Click here to open the survey.
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FUSW Book Group
The FUSW book group is currently reading Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid, which NPR calls "a page-turner with beautifully drawn characters and a riveting plot." Want to join the discussion? Contact Denise Woodin (dcw2@optonline.net).
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MLK Day Events
Long Time Coming: Reckoning with Race in America, Discussion with author Michael Eric Dyson, Thursday, January 14, 6:00pm
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MLK Day Virtual Family Events, Monday, January 18; 11:00am Story Hour (Ages 4+); 12:00pm Listening Circles (Ages 10-17); 1:00pm "Remembering the Mindset" Presentation (Ages 18+)
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Textile Recycling at FUSW
Green Tree Textiles is still collecting goods placed in the bin in our lot, which is now listed on the company's map of box locations. You can drop off clothing, shoes, household linens, fabric scraps, handbags, and accessories and they will be recycled, reused, or donated. (Not accepted: bathroom rugs, pillows, comforters, soft toys, or electronics.) Since Goodwill isn't accepting donations now, Green Tree is an excellent alternative.
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Share the Plate for January: Federated Conservationists
The mission of Federated Conservationists of Westchester County is to provide leadership that educates about environmental issues, advocates for sound decision making, unifies groups and individuals to address climate change, and protects and preserves Westchester's environment. We collect for our Share the Plate partner throughout the month. Visit fusw.org, click "Donate," and select "Share the Plate."
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FUSW Contacts & Information
Questions, Concerns, or Compliments for FUSW?
Reach out to any member of our Board of Trustees, fusw.org/board-of-trustees (place cursor over picture, then right-mouse click to copy email).
Scheduling Online Meetings
To schedule a Zoom online meeting for your committee or program group, contact Rina Schunk (admin@fusw.org) with the purpose, date, and time you need, as well as information you want included in the Scoop. Rina will check availability, schedule the calendar, and send you the invitation link.
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The Scoop e-newsletter is sent out each week. Have news to share? Submit articles to our administrator, Rina Schunk, at admin@fusw.org by Tuesday at noon. To schedule events on the FUSW Calendar, contact Rina Schunk at admin@fusw.org
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