Join us this Sunday
July 22, 2018
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10:00 am Morning Servi
ce:
The Gift of Our Absence.
As humans, we are wired for relationship and connection. As conscientious citizens we are taught to get involved, and stay involved, even when the going gets rough. But sometimes, the healthiest thing we can do for ourselves, and the best way to serve is to step away.
—Peter House, Summer Minister
Drop-In Discussion:
Drop-In Discussion.
Philanthropy
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If Oprah gave you $2,000 to donate to worthy causes, how would you decide what to do with it? With the current threats to our environment, human rights, affordable health care, social security, to name a few, can we "save the world" with our monetary donations? Beth Ares will lead the discussion.
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A 75th Birthday Bash!
Come and join David Gloss as he celebrates 3/4 of a century on Tuesday, July 24, from
4 to 10 pm. Share his joy, make a toast, and give any suggestions for the next 25 years. Jeannie has a pavilion, Portside, at Ontario Beach Park and we will have pizza, wings, and beverages! Plan on singing and cutting the cake at 6:00 pm. Please, no presents – your presence is all that is needed. Please RSVP by July 20 at church or office@uuroc.org.
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AED Training
A brand new Phillips HeartStart AED has been purchased by our First Universalist congregation and is mounted in the area between the sanctuary and the Clara Barton Lounge, near the administrator's office. It is labeled “AED”. Please join us for classes in using the AED and saving a life on the following dates: July 22, August 12, 19, and September 2, 9, or 16. You can participate in an American Heart Association class led by instructor Kate Fleury, RN, BSN. The classes will be held in the sanctuary at 12:30 pm on Sundays after church. You will learn basic CPR and use of an AED so you can be a more prepared hero. There is no written test to receive a certificate of attendance!
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Sign up for the Pride Parade
A table for sign-up will be in the Clara Barton Lounge. Make a commitment to walk in the Pride Parade on Saturday, July 21, behind our First Universalist banner. This human rights battle is far from over. Show your support and be a part of the Parade!
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From the Caring Committee
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Reach out to Jessie Werner at The Hurlbut, 1177 E. Henrietta Rd., Rm. 73A, Rochester, NY 14623. She would appreciate cards and visits.
Eleanor Siegfried is at Monroe Community Hospital and is waiting for long-term care. Her cast has been removed and she is recovering well. Her son Andy would like her friends to wait until next week before visiting with her.
Also, cards and calls are welcomed by Robert Doane, who is at Strong Memorial Hospital.
Tom Fradenburg and Linda Chamberlain's daughter is in hospice. Cards are welcome. Contact the office (
office@uuroc.org
) for their new address.
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OUR BEAUTIFUL SANCTUARY PIANO:
Our piano is provided by the Eastman School of Music, as we are the hosts of the Thursday lunchtime concerts during the year. This summer, the piano will be undergoing some maintenance and repair. When the Eastman piano is unavailable, we will be using an electronic instrument provided by a church member. Thanks to Eastman, and to church friends for their efforts to keep the music going during summer services!
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PROJECT TEAM SUGGESTIONS:
The Project Team consists of members who have been approved by the Board of Trustees. The team reports to FIAC and the Board and is tasked to come up with and submit a recommendation on a targeted project for congregational involvement which satisfies our mission of dealing with systemic racism in Rochester.
The Project Team welcomes your suggestions an
d comments at
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ORGAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY:
On August 3, from 1 – 4 pm, Nathan Laube, co-chair of the OHS 2018 Convention and assistant professor of organ at the Eastman School of Music, along with graduate student Margaret-Mary Owens, will conduct a pipe organ recital and orchestrate the presentation of the Hope-Jones OHS Citation Award in conjunction with the 2018 convention (
7/29 - 8/3
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CHURCH LIBRARY & BOOKSTORE SUMMER HOURS:
The church library and bookstore is closed through August 26 but will open ONLY on August 19. We will resume our regular weekly schedule again starting September 2.
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SUMMER READING:
FIAC and the Project Team recommend
When They Call You a Terrorist: A Black Lives Matter Memoir,
by Patrisse Khan-Cullors and Asha Bandele (available in the church library ONLY on August 19).
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o submit an item for "This Week at First Universalist," e-mail
office@uuroc.org
no later than Wednesday at noon.
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Staff:
Peter House
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Summer Minister
Rev. Michelle Yates
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Minister of Life Span Faith Development
Director of Music
Andrea Lewis
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Office Administrator / Editor
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Summer Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday
9 :00 am- 3:45 pm (closed Friday)
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