FIRST UNITARIAN SOCIETY OF WESTCHESTER
The Scoop
Online Worship, Sunday, August 9
Black Lives Matter: Amen to Uprising
Betsy Kates and Sue McAnanama
10:30am

In anticipation of this Sunday's service, we encourage everyone to read THIS STATEMENT, which was adopted at the UUA's General Assembly in June 2020.

or call 646-558-8656, Meeting ID 600 398 863
Password: 230809
Find the order of service HERE

You are welcome to log in early to greet one another. Gathering Music begins 10:25am.
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 on opportunities for remote spiritual connection during this time.
Upcoming Worship

  • Sunday, August 16, 10:30am ~ FUSW Men's Group (Topic TBA)

  • Sunday, August 23, 10:30am ~ TBD
A Second Look

It was a pleasure to have Katie Sontag sing with us on Sunday, July 26. You can hear the songs she played again here: "You're More Than a Disease Vector"; "You Are Not Alone"; "You Are Loved"; and Melanie DeMore's "Standing Stone." To learn more or support Katie's music, you can visit her website, Facebook page, Soundcloud, Patreon, purchase CDs at Bandcamp, or search for her on Spotify.
Outdoor Opportunities

Although our building remains closed, FUSW committees and small groups may now meet outdoors on our grounds, with prior approval from the Board. For a list of the guidelines and for board approval, contact Denise Woodin (dcw2@optonline.net) at least 3 days before your scheduled meeting.
Book Group

Interested in exploring the work of Black novelists through a book reading/discussion group? Contact Denise Woodin (dcw2@optonline.net) to indicate interest and to offer suggestions for our selection. We’ll decide together!
First Friday Women's Group

First Friday Women’s Group Luncheon, Friday, August 7, 12:30pm (Note correct time)
Prepare your lunch and join us online - all are welcome! For login information, contact: Adelaide DiGiorgi (adigiorgi@optonline.net), Joan Livingston (ljblivingston@aol.com), or Theresa De Lise (ntdelise@optonline.net). 
Women's Group

Friday Night Women's Group, Friday, August 7, 7:00pm
Feel free to drop in! Contact Diane Guernsey (diane.guernsey.uu@gmail.com) or Betsy Kates (bkates42@verizon.net).
Men's Group

Men’s Group Meeting, Friday, August 7, 7:30pm We meet every other Friday. We encourage anyone interested to contact Art Lowenstein (arthur.lowenstein@gmail.com) or Paul Gross (pgross@pulsevoices.org) for details and login.
Planning for Summer Services

Are you interested in leading a summer worship? Contact Rina (admin@fusw.org) to pick one of our two remaining dates. See the current lineup HERE.
Host an Online Event

At our brainstorming session people came up with great ideas for online gatherings. Now let's make them happen! Sign your event up HERE. We're suggesting Thursdays at 7:00pm or Saturdays at 3:00pm, or contact Rina (admin@fusw.org) to schedule another time, We'll promote your meeting in the Scoop and coach you through Zoom basics if needed. Thank you for helping keep us connected! See the full letter from the Board HERE.
Bread for the People

Thanks to George McAnanama and the Bread Run team for all of their continued efforts! Want to help? Contact George (gmcvet4p@gmail.com).
Pat Lamanna Concerts

Virtual Concerts with Pat Lamanna, Thursday, August 6 @ 2:00pm & Sunday August 9 @ 7:30pm (with Sharleen Leahey)
Award-winning singer/songwriter Pat Lamanna, who was our FUSW guest worship leader last January, invites us to online concerts to mark the 75th anniversary of the detonation of an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Japan.
FUSW Contacts & Information

Questions or Concerns about FUSW?
Feel free to reach out to any member of our Board of Trustees for information. Find current Board members at fusw.org/board-of-trustees (hover your 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 any information you want included in the Scoop. Rina will check availability, schedule the calendar, and send you the invitation link.
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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