SAM BESHERS, JANET REVELL BARRETT
For many, the start of the school year welcomes new beginnings. This fall, however, we arrive at this point after the most unusual summer in memory—in which the isolation of the pandemic, the turning point of the Black Lives Matter movement, and the uncertainty surrounding school openings have left us wondering about the road ahead. This service, inspired by a Beatles’ tune, will look to the past to reflect on the school desegregation movement of the 1950s; the present, through the challenges of public service as a school board member; and the future, as secondary school teachers look ahead to the coming year.
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SUBMITTING JOYS AND SORROWS DURING SUMMER SERVICES
Please send your joys and sorrows to joysandsorrows@uucuc.org in advance of the service each week, by 5:00 p.m. on Fridays.
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!
Your contributions and support allow us to continue to respond with love and resources to the needs in our congregation and the wider community. We couldn’t do it without your support and we are grateful to each of you.
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REV. FLORENCE CAPLOW
This summer we lost Rep. John Lewis, a civil rights hero, a man of towering moral integrity, and member of Congress for 33 years. When he died the whole nation mourned, and four former presidents offered words of gratitude and admiration at his funeral service. In this service we will celebrate, learn from, and be inspired by his life and words.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS, CLASSES & EVENTS
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Saturday, August 15 at 9:30 a.m.
This is not an easy time for parents. Having to balance everything (work, family, home- schooling, and the anxieties of our time) is difficult. This is a safe place to bring your concerns and discuss any issues with those who are also experiencing the challenges. Read more
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Sunday, August 16 at 3:00 p.m.
Via Zoom web conferencing, we’ll meet to learn about UUCUC governance, activities, opportunities and social action mission. We’ll learn about benefits & responsibilities of membership. You’ll meet others interested in UUCUC membership. At the end of the class, you’ll have an opportunity to virtually “sign the book” and become a member of our church community and a vested partner. Read more
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It is true that lifespan religious education will look different this fall. Yet, like every year, religious education programs only work when there is a solid team of leadership guiding, planning, creating and leading. Currently, a religious education think tank is looking at all aspects of religious education and discussing various options. Below is a list of the programs that seem to carry the most interest. To make these happen, we need leadership teams. Read more
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OPPORTUNITY TO HELP
2 of our members have a “Free Little Pantry” set up in their yards and would welcome your help with keeping their pantries stocked. Donations can be brought in Urbana to Julie Laut at 505 W. Main or in Champaign to the home of the Herzog family at 306 S. Willis. Thank you for your generosity!
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GROCERY DELIVERY AVAILABLE
If it would be helpful to have someone deliver groceries for you, we have several folks who have volunteered to do this. Contact Julie Laut at: jlaut@hushmail.com or 513-544-2682 & she’ll put you in touch with a volunteer.
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UUCUC'S "BUDDY SYSTEM"
Staying connected while
UUCUC facilities are closed
During this time of social distancing, staying in touch and checking in with each other is going to be very important. We hope you will consider being part of our "Buddy System" so we can care for one another.
You can sign up here: https://uucuc.breezechms.com/form/2184f1. Buddies will check in with each other regularly by phone to provide connection, companionship, and connections to help if needed. This is a great way to help each other. |
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From Sam Beshers and Lynn Wiley: Our daughter Caroline started medical school orientation at UI Chicago on Thursday. She had a great first day! Her program head may be a UU; she talked about interdependence and the worth of every person.
From Sandy and Jim Hannum: We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Noel Brodsky. Please keep wife Ann, and their daughters, Ariana, Serena, and Alyssa, in your thoughts and prayers., They were active in our church a few years ago. Noel is remembered as a lively, interesting, outgoing man. Deepest condolences to the family.
From Sandy and Jim Hannum: We’re concerned for Cindy Loui because of the unexpected death of her younger cousin last week. Our thoughts are with her, Michael, and their family.
From Sandy and Jim Hannum: We celebrate Theresa Benson's transition to private practice in Champaign from her previous job at the University of Illinois. Best wishes!
From Priscilla Kron and Jerry Frye: We celebrated my sister’s birthday on FaceTime today. She turned 80 and we enjoyed cake, ice cream and coffee.
From Julie Laut: I am proud to share that I was sworn in as Urbana City Council's newest member on Tuesday. Though I have a great deal to learn before I'm fully up to speed, I look forward to doing what I can to support our community in the coming months. And, I offer my sincere gratitude to the entire UUCUC community, which has helped me develop the experience and confidence to take on this new leadership position.
From Amy Robison: My 89-year-old mother-in-law entered the hospital Friday with very low blood sodium. We have not been able to visit her at her Pennsylvania assisted living facility for many months.
From Umeeta Sadarangani and Marilyn Ryan: We’re happy to report that Umeeta's father came home from the hospital on Tuesday--even if it was just in time for the 48-hour power outage that began right after, thanks to the hurricane. But now he has electricity and is recovering from pneumonia. Hurray!
Please send your joys and sorrows to joysandsorrows@uucuc.org in advance of the service each week, by 5:00 p.m. on Fridays.
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UUCUC Social Action Offering. Each month a selected organization is chosen to receive offerings from our congregation. You may donate to the social action offering for the month in one of the following ways:
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During the month of August, we will support the Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America. The Illinois chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America is a non-partisan movement to advocate for stronger gun laws. 36,000+ people per year die from gun deaths through mass shootings, suicide, domestic abuse, and accidental shootings. Solutions to gun violence are straightforward: stronger background checks, holding the gun industry accountable, removing guns from domestic abusers and suicidal people, and stopping gun trafficking and the sale of military grade weapons. Read more
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CHURCH CALENDAR
Dates are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, visit our UUCUC Calendar page .
Note: Parenthesised meetings/events are outside rentals. Asterisk meetings/events are closed.
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Effective Monday, March 16, the UUCUC building closed as a preventative measure to minimize the spread of the COVID-19 virus in our community.. All upcoming scheduled meetings and events at UUCUC listed on the calendar should be considered tentative. If you are planning on participating in a recurring meeting, please verify with the facilitator that the meeting or event is still scheduled to meet and is shifting to an online format. UUCUC leadership and staff are working to move all recurring meetings to an online format, but this may take some additional weeks. Stay tuned for more information! At this time, we are strongly recommending that no groups meet in person.
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UPCOMING PUBLICATIONS - MARK YOUR CALENDARS! |
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Next eNews: August 20, 2020
Last day for content: Wednesday August 19 by Noon the latest.
Please do not send to admin@uucuc.org.
Don't forget to publicize your meeting/event!
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UUCUC CONTACT INFORMATION |
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Regular Church Office Hours
Closed until further notice
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Church Office
(217) 384-8862
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Rev. Florence Caplow
Minister
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Kate Barton
Director of Facilities / RE & Office Assistant
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Sherry Bohlen
Director of Congregational Engagement
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Austin Cody
Choir Director
Brian Franklin
Director of Congregational Administration
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Matthew Gladden
Assistant Music Director
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Michele Townsend Grove
Interim Director of Religious Education
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Kelsey Libert
Childcare Coordinator
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Emily McKown
Youth Coordinator
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Shornor Vineyard
Custodian and Building Caretaker
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