Love In Action
October 21, 2020
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All events are open and drop-ins are welcome, unless otherwise stated. If no contact person is listed, call or email the office with questions. |
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There's Change. And Then There's CHANGE. Unitarian Universalists place great value in learning as a way to change the world for better. It's very satisfying to see the power of learned expertise at work at the right time and place. But some change is CHANGE. Then we need a lot more than expertise, since we're not solving a problem but adapting to a world neither we nor our expertise expected. Rev. Miller preaching on Adaptive Change.
Join via Zoom here. Meeting ID: 835 1871 5320 One tap mobile +19294362866,,83518715320.
Check out our past services on our YouTube channel here.
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You are Invited to a Drive in Service this Sunday!
10:30am at the All Souls Parking Lot
We will be hosting this Sunday's service in socially distant style. Please arrive at the church parking lot a little early to get situated. Covid safety practices mean that bathrooms are not available for this event. We will be broadcasting on the FM frequency 104.9 "WASI".
You can still attend by Zoom or Facebook livestream - look for the Zoom link in its usual place on the church's main web-page and the 10am service reminder. If you live within one mile of the church, you may be able to receive the FM transmission.
Since we can't have coffee hour, a staff member will come to your car window and offer you a pre-packaged bag of snacks. See you there!
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Are you In The Know?
Gmail often clips the newsletter message and some important announcements don't get seen. Make sure to click "view entire message" at the bottom of your email to ensure that you are getting our full newsletter.
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All Souls Indy is on Social Media!
Follow our Facebook page here and our Instagram @allsoulsindy.
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Unitarian Universalist Service Committee Turns 80!
This year marks the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee’s 80th Anniversary. It was in 1940 when Waitstill and Martha Sharp traveled to Europe to organize rescue for victims of the Nazis. Since then, UUSC has been working to advance human rights and social justice and, today, embraces 40,000 dedicated members and more than 40 grassroots partners from 20 countries around the world.
To commemorate UUSC’s brave legacy and bold future, we invite you to join us for a Virtual Anniversary Celebration.This is a free event, but we ask that you please register online.
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Supporting and Healing After Infant Loss Workshop
Part 1 is 1:30-3 p.m., Wednesday, October 28
Part 2 is 1:30-3 p.m. Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Learn ways to respond, comfort and support those in your congregation who have experienced stillbirth, miscarriage and infant loss. It is statistically likely that this has happened recently in your congregation, but the silence is often deafening as you and others struggle to know how to help. In this live online workshop, Kristen and Patrick Riecke, authors of No Matter How Small: Understanding Miscarriage and Stillbirth, will help you learn how to openly address this topic and support healing.
This is a two-part workshop. It is beneficial for you to attend both events, but it is not necessary to attend them both to benefit from the information.
Topics Covered
- ways to respond with compassion and resources when your congregants experience miscarriage or stillbirth.
- how to identify more completely with the feelings of bereaved parents.
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ways to articulate some of the specific experiences parents face immediately after a baby dies. Register here.
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Stock the Pantry with Habitat and Thrivent
November 6-7. Meridian St. UMC, 5500 N Meridian St, Indianapolis
Habitat for Humanity is putting the finishing touches on a home for Doris Belton and her two grandsons. She is looking forward to planting a vegetable garden and getting the boys a cat. Read their story here. Help Doris and others like her stock their pantries by donating necessities like condiments, canned goods, or spices. View the full list of items and RSVP for a drop-off slot here.
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Socially Distant Meditation Meet-up.
Tuesdays, 6:30pm. All Souls Lawn
Member Erik Mroz will lead a group in meditation. We will practice very simple forms of sitting meditation and walking meditation. Both practices are from the Zen tradition but do not require you to “believe” in anything. Beginners are welcome. To stay safe, the All Souls Covid task force has asked that only 5 people be allowed on the grounds at once. If you are interested in attending, please email Erik Mroz. We will meet in the grassy area in front of the church entrance. Please bring a chair, cushion, or yoga mat (also welcome to sit on the ground). Please wear masks.
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Go on a Virtual Coffee Date with--CIC’s Interfaith Digital Dialogue.
Meet someone from another faith. Experience a virtual conversation turning into a real learning experience. Let an initial meeting become a meaningful relationship and expand your spiritual horizons.Sign up here.
This program pairs interested participants with peers from another faith tradition in order to have one virtual “coffee date” and get to learn about one another’s faith traditions. By signing up, you are indicating your interest in being paired with a peer for conversations about your religious traditions. Anyone is welcome to participate in this dialogue, but minors require parental permission.
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Support the Million Meal Marathon
Due to COVID19, instead of a one-day event, the Marathon will bring together smaller groups of people to pack meals to benefit Hoosiers. Beginning in October and continuing into November, it will be a month-long event.Weekly packs will be held on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, with three available shifts daily. Two weekend packs will also be held to accommodate families and small groups.
Utilizing social distancing, sanitary guidelines, and personal protective measures, this will be a safe environment for giving back. All meals packed at the Million Meal Marathon will benefit hungry Hoosiers and will be delivered to food pantries throughout Indiana. We need you to make our 10th Million Meal Marathon a success! Here are four ways to get involved: Become a sponsor, volunteer, pack meals, donate. Click here for info.
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Voting Information
If you or someone you know needs a quick reminder about voting in Marion County, here is a quick infographic on deadlines and dates.
Additionally, here is a Voter FAQ sheet curated by congregant Leah Berti that answers questions about things like Voter ID and ballot confirmation.
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Fall Retreat on Hiatus
As most of you have probably discerned, for safety reasons, we've hit pause on our fall retreat this year. We have already reserved a spot at Lutheran Hills next October, and look forward with joy to a time when we can safely share communal meals and cabins, gather around a campfire, and simply be together again.
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KIB Native Plant Sale
This year you can buy native plants from Keep Indianapolis Beautiful! We grew spring, summer, and fall blooming plants from seed in our new nursery this spring. The 2" plant plugs are ready for a new home in your yard or neighborhood greenspace. All plant purchases must be placed online at least one week before pickup.
Once you've purchased your plants, we will put your order together and have it available for pickup every Thursday and Friday in October. When you arrive, show your email or printed receipt as proof of purchase.Got Questions? Get in touch with our nursery boss, Ethan!
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Our Trees Need Water!
Thank you to all of you who helped to plant and sponsor trees for our Grove. Unfortunately, we are in a very dry period. The trees need to be watered in so that they can establish themselves and come back healthy in the Spring. We have begun to water them twice a week, and our grove needs tree tenders! To sign up for a watering slot to help maintain our trees please email Indra Frank at indfrank@gmail.com.
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In Our Hearts, Thoughts, and Prayers |
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Carol Miller had a complete reverse shoulder replacement on October 12. She is home and says that recovery seems to be going well. Carol is a very active member of our Caring Committee and you can usually find her helping in the kitchen. She makes the most delicious coffee cake ever! Carol says that she has wonderful neighbors who have been providing them with all they need. We can send her some moral support with a note or card. If you would like to reach out to Carol, her address is:
Carol Miller
Cherilyn Baney’s oldest daughter, Livy Salvo, had surgery last week related to her Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. She is home now and seems to be doing well. As many of you may remember, Cherilyn had a mild stroke not long ago as well. Cards for Livy can be sent to her at: 820 W. North Street #1043, Indianapolis IN 46202.
If you are interested in dropping off a meal or caring gift please contact Nasreen.
All of Petra Ritchie's in/out emails, as well as her email address list, were deleted.
She had to invest in a new computer, etc.
Her NEW email address is:
She would love to hear from some of her long lost friends!
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