February WORSHIP THEME:
RESILIENCE
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Please join us for our next Sunday service on
February 23 at 10:30 a.m.
"Feeding Our Flame"
Annual Pledge Drive
Commitment Sunday
Rev. Tim Kutzmark
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For those interested in obtaining a digital copy of the Order of Service, look for the QR code poster as you enter the Sanctuary, on the bulletin board or scan from the cover of a neighbor's printed copy. The dynamic QR code remains the same from week to week and is updated by 4pm on the Friday prior to Sunday Service with the latest Order of Service.
Violette Mullooly,
Administrative Assistant
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Pastoral Care Support for February is:
Kathy Garabed
559-322-6146 ext. 16
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MISSION STATEMENT
La misión de la iglesia Unitaria Universalista de Fresno es:
Amar inclusivamente
Crecer espiritualmente
Servir con gratitud y
Trabajar por la justicia
The Mission of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Fresno is to:
Love Inclusively
Grow Spiritually
Serve Gratefully
And Work for Justice
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Cash App is a convenient way to send money to Unitarian Universalist Church of Fresno right from your phone.
Please be sure to note what your donation is for, ex. Plate donation, 19-20 Pledge, Social Justice 2nd Sun., etc.
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BLACK FAMILY DAY EVENT
. My name is Vannessa Brown and I am the African American Student Coordinator, we are having a Black Family Day event! This is where Fresno State students, faculty, staff, community members, prospective students, and their families are welcome to celebrate and engage with the Fresno State campus! This event is on
Saturday, February 22, 2020
in the North Gym
from 11:30 am-5 pm
. This is for prospective students as well, so they can see what Fresno State is like. There will be a Family Talent Show, make sure you register your family! Also, there will be a free resource fair, giveaways, kid's area, games, art exhibit and food! If you would like to register please use this link.
http://bit.ly/BlackFamilyDay
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Leap into some family ministry at our Leap Day Family Potluck! Saturday, February 29, 6 pm
. Join our Spirit School families as we come together to share a meal and some good UU fulfillment as we share, move, breathe, and love intentionally. Parents will split off for a small portion for spiritual nourishment with Dani Livesey. Please sign up on Perfect Potluck
https://www.PerfectPotluck.com/NJVQ0885
so
we know how many to plan for.
Faith and Film: Ikiru, Sunday, March 15, 12:30-3:30 pm.
One of the great films of Japanese director Akira Kurosawa, Ikiru tells the story of an aging bureaucrat, Kanji Watanabe, who learns that he has terminal cancer and determines that his final days will have meaning. Kurosawa’s film is a thoughtful meditation on life and death. Bring your lunch and join church member Robert Mitchell for this film and discussion. Childcare available upon request. Register at
https://uufresno.org/are-term/
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All Church Read: An Indigenous Peoples’ History of the United States --
Sunday, April 5, 12:30-2:30 pm
. Join Kristy Hall & Ellis Vance from the Social Justice Team for a discussion of Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz's history of the United States told from the perspective of Indigenous peoples and reveals how Native Americans, for centuries, actively resisted expansion of the US empire. Join other congregations throughout the country to challenge the founding myth of the United States and learn how policy against the Indigenous peoples was colonialist and designed to seize the territories of the original inhabitants, displacing or eliminating them. Additional dates to be determined at first meeting. Childcare provided upon request. Register at
www.uufresno.org/are-term
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Social Justice Team Meeting.
The UU Social Justice Team will meet after service this
Sunday, February 23
. All who are interested in joining the Team to explore social justice action in the community are welcome to attend! Potluck at 12:00 pm. Meeting from
12:30-2:00 pm
. Ellis Vance,
vev40@comcast.net
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Peace Fresno invites you to an organizing meeting in support of the UN Nuclear Weapons Ban Treaty.
During a year-long project, the goal is to raise awareness of the threat to life on our planet posed by nuclear weapons. A petition will be circulated and conversations about nuclear weapons will take place.
Monday, February 24, 6:30 – 8 pm
at the Fresno Center for Nonviolence.
vev40@comcast.net
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“The Long Shadow”
will be shown during Black History Month at Community United Church of Christ,
Friday, February 28.
Doors open at
6:30 pm.
Show begins at 6:45 pm. Discussion and Reception to follow. "This powerful documentary digs deep into slavery & racism." . . San Francisco Chronicle. The trailer,
www.thelongshadowfilm.com
. More information, Bev Fitzpatrick,
355-9717
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MESSAGE(S) TO CONGREGATION
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A Celebration of Don Olliver’s life
will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Fresno on
Saturday, February 29, at 2:00 pm
. In the Sanctuary.
A Celebration of Anidelle Flint's Life
will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Fresno on
Saturday, April 11 at 2:00 pm
in the Sanctuary.
Message from Lynda Schwabe, new member of UUCF.
I have a fully furnished room available to rent in a nice single-family one-level home. The home is in a well-established, quiet Fresno neighborhood. Nonsmoking environment. Please share this information with friends who are looking for housing. Call, text, or email Lynda Schwabe, 510-487-3080,
lschwabe51@comcast.net
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From Karen and Al Goodman.
The Goodmans want to thank the many people for cards, calls, and food and treats for Al. They are both appreciative, to say the least. Karen wants the congregation to know that she is now under hospice care. Cards may be sent to Karen and Al at 5328 N. Colonial #101, Fresno CA 93704.
Sermons.
There are some sermons that are just so meaningful you want to share them with everyone you know. There are some speakers you want to listen to again and again. The Bookstore can help. You can order a copy of any service from us. They’re five dollars, payable in advance, and we’ll let you know when your copy arrives. Why not stop by and check out this opportunity today?
62wendy@gmail.com
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GALA!
There is still room in the Elegant Formal Dinner, Princess Tea Service, Philosophy Salon, and A Crafty Brunch. If you like to sign up please contact Violette Mullooly at the office at
322-6146 or
aa@uufresno.org
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Because of you, the church receives donations in memory of or in honor of various friends and loved ones.
These are welcome at any time for any reason. You need not wait for someone to ask that donations be directed to the church. If you are interested in learning more about Legacy and Gifts, contact he church office at 322-6146.
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Thank you for doing your part in making eScrip a success for
Unitarian Universalist Church of Fresno.
To register to participate in eScrip,
and follow the instructions.
We are listed as Unitarian Universalist Church of Fresno.
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For additional information about our church, services or activities, please contact us at (559) 322-6146 or visit our website at
www.uufresno.org. If you are interested in reading or listening to past sermons, look under menu item "Worship" and you will find both audio and written sermons to choose from.
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