October 11, 2019
a whole-hearted community,
feeding body, mind & spirit

Theme for October: Democracy
Sun Oct 13
12pm: Animal Ministry in room 6


Tues Oct 15
7pm: BLMI and BCA Team Meeting in room 5
Wed Oct 16
7pm: Membership Committee Meeting in the DOP's office

Thurs Oct 17
7pm: Beautification Committee Meeting in Joshi Chapel

Worship
Oct 13 - What We Dream Be Ours To Do
The three guiding principles in the Southern Region of our Association are: Faith development is all we do. Unitarian Universalism is all we teach. The congregation is the curriculum. For this service, Rev. Jennifer focuses on how the congregation is a body that is always teaching and learning.
~Rev. Jennifer Innis
The Reverend Jennifer Innis joins us from St. Charles, IL where she enjoys life with her spouse and co-minister the Reverend Patrick Price and their children, Nate and Abby. Her previous ministries include time spent in Massachusetts, Alabama, South Carolina, and Texas. She and Patrick currently are the Interim Co-Ministers at the Unitarian Universalist Society of Geneva, IL. Rev. Jennifer also is the Director for Spirit Play, a story- based program for young children in Unitarian Universalism.
Oct 20 – Welcoming All
Our government is shutting down borders and closing out people in need. Citizens are returning from prison and looking for a place to feel at home. Our words say welcome, but do our actions and deeper fears sometimes speak louder? What does it look like to be a truly welcoming place? 
~Rev Karen Mooney & Rev Pam Rumancik
Sunday October 13th
Each month we give our entire collection away on the second Sunday of the month to someone doing good work in the world.

This month you are asked to give generously to UU Prison Ministry of Illinois.

UUPMI works with returning citizens, supports legislative reform, and offers places of connection through PenPal programs.

Thanks for your generosity of spirit and wallet!
COMMUNITY
Caring Corner
The ripples of our lives touch those around us. We keep in mind all of our members and friends including...

  • For all of our members who are caring for elderly parents & relatives. May they find the love and support they need for their powerful work.
Please let us know of folks we should add to our list and share with our Caring Circle Coordinators .
 
*You will find the Caring Circle list of Area Coordinators at the end of the Touchstone found on our website at http://www.hinsdaleunitarian.org/new/the-touchstone/
From the Administrative Office
I will be out of the office next week returning on Monday, October 21. I will not be able to check my emails or phone messages so please send questions or requests to Pam Fodor, re@hinsdaleunitarian.org and/or I will get back to you as soon as possible. If you would like something in next Friday's News and Notes please email it to Rev Pam, Minister@hinsdaleunitarian.org Thanks!! ~Linda

Spirituality On Tap will meet on
Monday, October 21 at 7:00.  
We’ll meet in the “Church Room” at
Palmer Place: 56 S. LaGrange Rd, Lagrange.  
The book we’re going to discuss is Philosophy for Life and Other Dangerous Situations by Jules Evans. We’ll look at the first four chapters. Questions? Contact Keith Landis jacjelan@sbcglobal.net
Non-Fiction Book Discussion
The next UCH book discussion is scheduled for Tuesday, 10/22, 7:30 p.m. in the RE Bldg, second floor.
All are invited to join in whether or not you have read the book. In fact, all are are encouraged to invite non-UCH friends and members to join in on the discussion. Those interested can obtain a wonderful summary of Virji's "Love Thy Neighbor" story by linking on to WTTW's PBS television program indicated below. LOVE THY NEIGHBOR: A Muslim Doctor's Struggle for Home in Rural America, (2019) by Ayaz Virji. Virji shows the community work he -- and many others -- are doing to combat a negative political climate through education and outreach. This is a vivid and "very" moving account of one man's efforts to make sense of political tensions, racial hatred, and religious misunderstanding. For further details see a 2018 WTTW telecast on Virji's efforts to encourage understanding among the people in this western Minnesota community.

NEWCOMER’S MEET AND GREET - Oct 27th
Have you been visiting The Unitarian Church of Hinsdale (UCH) for a Sunday or two, or more?
Would you like to learn more about Unitarian Universalism and our church?
Would you like to meet other newcomer’s, friends, and members of UCH?
Then you will want to join us for a continental breakfast sponsored by our Membership Committee. Come for coffee, treats, and good conversation. Have questions? Contact Pam Fodor re@hinsdaleunitarian.org or 630-323-2885.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27 th
9:30-10:15 am
In the Alliance Room (next door to the kitchen)
Illinois Parole Forum - Sunday, Oct 20 at noon.
Together with Parole Illinois and UUPMI, UCH is hosting the Parole Illinois Forum on Sunday, Oct 20 at noon. This is a conversation about the (lack of a) parole system in Illinois, why it matters, and what we can do about it. Register here: http://www.uupmi.org/parole-il-registration.html
Join the CRUU!!
Handyperson Cruu (Crew) Forming Now at UCH
WE NEED YOU! 
We're looking for a few good people to make sure simple, routine jobs around the church get done in a timely manner. Rev Pam, Pam and Linda do their best to keep our buildings well-lit and cared for but need real help. Changing fluorescent light bulbs, organizing tools, readying for a new season are always on a list with small fix-it jobs here and there. 

If you are willing to be part of our Handy Cruu - contact the office office@hinsdaleunitarian.org for more information. 
Together we can keep our beloved space in good shape - thanks for considering! 
Neighbor Nights Coming this Fall to an Area Near You!!
The Membership Committee is organizing the popular Neighbor Nights this fall. Neighbor nights are enjoyable opportunities for our church family to gather together in homes. Host picks a date and time in the fall, invites members in your area (list will be provided), asks for people to bring food and beverage to share, and VOILA! -- it's a party! Our church community loves these small group get-togethers!
We are looking for host homes to serve as gathering places for church neighbors and friends. Be on the lookout for more information about the Neighbor Night in your area. To sign up to host, either sign up on the sheet in the Alice Warren Room or contact Megan Griffin at  meganlehuta@yahoo.com  or (708) 314-0644.
 
The host areas are:
1)   Hinsdale, Clarendon Hills, Burr Ridge, 
2)   Willowbrook, Darien, Westmont
3)   Indian Head Park, Western Springs, Willow Springs
4)   Elmhurst, Villa Park, Bensenville, Des Plaines, Roselle
5)   Westchester, Brookfield, River Forest, Chicago, Berwyn
6)   LaGrange, LaGrange Park, Countryside, Hodgkins
7)   Downers Grove, Lombard, Oakbrook, Oakbrook Terrace
8)   Woodridge, Plainfield, Romeoville, Shorewood, St. Charles, Glen Ellyn
Homeless Youth of Chicago Need Help
Holiday Stockings for The Crib of the Night Ministry
Every holiday season PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbian and Gays) construct special Christmas stockings filled with necessary sundries precious to these homeless youth. UCH has been very generous in the past and they are asking again for donations of the following items to fill these stockings. Please bring your donations and deposit them in the labeled box in the Alice Warren Room. Thank you in advance for your generosity, which means so much to these youth. Questions? Contact Linda at 630-323-2885x101 or office@hinsdaleunitarian.org
$10 cards for Walgreens, CVS, Jewel, Dunkin Donuts, McDonalds, Subway
Knit caps
Scarves
Toothbrushes & travel-sized toothpaste
Small pack of tissues
Full size deodorants
Lip balms 
Hand lotions
Hand warmers 
Adult thermal socks 
Magic gloves 
Small memo pads and pens 
Deck of cards 
Assorted candy, mints, and packs of gum

Get your submissions in now for the December issue - Nov 1st deadline!
SOCIAL JUSTICE
The Black Lives Matter Initiative / Beloved Conversations Alumni team meetings will now be scheduled on THIRD TUESDAYS.

The next meeting is  Tuesday, October 15th at 7pm . 
 
As well as planning activities for the BLMI/BCA team at UCH, these meetings serve as a forum for helping us to see, understand and undo racist systems and structures. A short video or TED talk may be shown, or we may discuss a scenario suggested by a participant. We are all on a path of continual learning.
Black Lives Matter Initiative Weekly Link


To view the full Race Resources page on our website, please click HERE
SAVE THE DATE !

Saturday, November 16, 2019

Mark your calendars on Saturday, November 16 at 5pm so you can attend the
2019 Harvest Home Service Auction & Party.
The Harvest Home Committee is starting to collect personal donations for the Harvest Home event on November 16th. This is one of the main social and fund-raising events of the year. We are now accepting personal donations from our members. People have offered to host events at their homes, personal services like tech consulting, driving, and baking, theater and sports tickets, and other attractive and exciting auction items. The opportunities are endless. KC Edgin will be organizing and reaching out to ask for personal donations for this years event. She will also be in the Alice Warren room after services this Sunday, October 6th to hand out donor sign up forms & answer any questions you might have about donations.  Thank you for your consideration. See you Sunday!

Great Food! Great Decorations! Great Company!
and More.......
Emergency Exit Map
Please note that in the back of every Singing the Living Tradition hymnal there is an emergency exit route map. In case of an emergency, refer to this guide and please assist others who do not have a map.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Check Us Out and “Like" the UCH Facebook Page!
In addition to News and Notes and The Touchstone, we will be using our Facebook page to keep the congregation and the community informed about upcoming events and initiatives. Share our posts with your family and friends. Just click on the logo above and search for “Unitarian Church of Hinsdale” in the search bar.
You can also find us on Twitter at @UUHinsdale .