Our in-person worship is live-streamed on Zoom. Proof of vaccination, masks, and distancing are required for those in the building.
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IN-PERSON & LIVE-STREAM WORSHIP
Sun Jul 24, 10:00am ~ “Listen: Do You Hear What I Hear?” ~ Catherine Kortlandt
A celebration of listening. Hearing is the first of our senses we use when in utero we learn the sounds of our mother's voice, and it is believed to be the last of the senses we lose as we die. With an open heart and calm curiosity, we will consider and honor listening as a source of comfort and connection.
All-Congregation summer worship in Fellowship Hall. Childcare is available, and will be extended for families who want to attend the Odyssey program after service.
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IN-PERSON & LIVE-STREAM WORSHIP
Sun Jul 31, 10:00am ~ “TBA” ~ Carrie McEvoy
Carrie McEvoy is a Candidate for Unitarian Universalist Ministry. She recently graduated from Meadville Lombard Theological School in Chicago, IL, and completed a two-year internship at Community Church of New York in New York City. She lives in Norwalk, CT, and is a member of the Unitarian Church in Westport where she has served as a lay leader in many different capacities, including Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees.
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or phone in (audio only): 646-876-9923 · Webinar: 313 195 3131 · Passcode: 468468
This Sunday we will not be hosting our online Zoom Coffee Hour, so that everyone may attend the Odyssey program after worship.
For additional CUUC program & login information, scroll to the bottom.
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Rev. Meredith Garmon is on vacation this week.
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Introducing 2022-2023 RE!
Our theme in RE next year is UU Identity. We bring our full selves to religious community and we celebrate the identities of race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexual orientation, ability, religious heritage and others that enrich our community. As we consider UU identity, we will explore ways to live more deeply into our intentions to be welcoming and inclusive.
Sunday mornings will consist of a mix of curriculum classes and youth group, special programs (e.g., social justice and PlaceKeeping), chapel, and whole congregation worship. Class groups are Kindergarten, 1st-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade, 6th-7th grade, 8th-9th grade, and Youth Group for 10th-12th grade. It is also an Our Whole Lives (OWL) year with classes for 1st-3rd, 5th-7th, 8th-9th, and Parents/Caregivers. We will offer parents and caregivers resources and a series of classes to support you as primary educators and in building meaningful traditions at home. And, we will cultivate multigenerational community through learning, action, and social activities.
We will also explore the future of faith formation at CUUC alongside the congregational assessment to understand how the congregation (you!) envisions the future of faith formation and RE, along with your role in creating and sustaining RE ministry.
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Birding for Life
Birding for Life with Rev. LoraKim, Sat Jul 23, 9:00am, Green-Wood Cemetery, Brooklyn
These walks aim to grow our ability to transform ourselves and our world by watching birds as an intentional mindfulness practice. Click here to learn more and register. Or email Rev. LoraKim Joyner (amoloros@gmail.com).
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Summer Services in Fellowship Hall
Sundays through Sep 4, 10:00am, Summer Worship Services in Fellowship Hall & Zoom bit.ly/CUUC-Summer-Services, Phone: 646-876-9923, Meeting ID: 313 195 3131, Passcode: 468468
In the summer, our in-person Sunday services are held in air-conditioned Fellowship Hall, and virtual attendees now join us at bit.ly/CUUC-Summer-Services.
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Odyssey Program This Sunday
Odyssey Program, with Guest Speaker Jim Cobb, Sun Jul 24, 11:15am, Fellowship Hall and Summer Worship Zoom
Our Odyssey series is where longtime CUUC members share the stories of their lives and faith. Join us after worship this Sunday, in person or online, for our first Odyssey speaker, Jim Cobb. We will not be hosting online Zoom Coffee Hour this Sunday so that everyone can attend the Odyssey program.
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Handcrafted Earrings Sale
Earrings by Jeremiah, Sun Jul 24, Fellowship Hall, after Odyssey program
Give a bit of bling to yourself or someone you love! After Jim Cobb's program this Sunday, our own Jeremiah James will have his handcrafted earrings available for sale in Fellowship Hall. He can also make custom orders. So stop by to pick up a unique gift while supporting a budding young entrepreneur!
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From Environmental Practices
Westchester Pollinator Garden Tour, Sun Jul 24
Fifty Westchester home gardens will be open to the public this Sunday to showcase their earth-friendly landscaping techniques. An interactive map provides the location of the gardens, their hours, and descriptions: healthyyards.org/tour
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Science & Spirituality
Science & Spirituality Group, Thu Jul 28, 11:30am, Fireside Area and Zoom 7899
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CUUC Playlist on Spotify
As a follow up to the Sun Jul 17 worship service, our media producer extraordinaire Kim Force has taken the suggestions many of you shared to create a “CUUC: Music & Spirit” playlist on Spotify. Titles include "Feeling Good" (Nina Simone), "Try a Little Tenderness" (Otis Redding), and "What a Wonderful World" (Louis Armstrong). Gratitudes to Kim for gathering these "songs that move us," and to Karen Leahy, for leading the "Music & Spirit" worship. Click here to listen to “ CUUC: Music & Spirit” or use the QR code on our order of service (linked up top). |
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Help Determine CUUC's Future
You have a say in the future of our congregation! The Congregational Self-Assessment Committee will soon be asking to know what YOU think. On Mon Aug 29 they will be sending out a survey for you to complete. Then on Sat Sep 24, they'll host a "Path to the Future" gathering where you will be invited to reflect on where we've been as a congregation, discuss how we’d like to go forward, and offer ideas and thoughts on how to create an even more dynamic and thriving community for CUUC. There will be more opportunities for sharing to come later in the fall - stay tuned! To learn more about the work of the committee, reach out to Al Rocchi,(alrocchi@verizon.net) Emily Economou (emily.economou@gmail.com), Tara James (tarahj65@gmail.com), Mary Kingsley (cruzavellan@gmail.com), Jim Walkup (jimwalkup@gmail.com), or Terri Kung (madterri@gmail.com).
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Reproductive Rights
In response to the repeal of Roe v Wade, CUUC is forming a new Reproductive Rights Social Justice Team open to local UUs. Mary Cavallero and Terri Kung are co-chairs, and will need 3 more core members to function as the team's executive committee. If you are interested in joining or becoming a core member, please contact Mary Cavallero (marycava4@gmail.com).
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Caring & Sharing
If we can help you or someone you know in our congregation, reach out to this month's primary caregivers: Janet Giewat (914-617-2137, bean1a2@aol.com) or her backup, Paula Meighan (914-834-6454, paula.meighan74@gmail.com). You may also contact the CUUC office (admin@cucwp.org).
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Share the Plate: Ramapough Lenape Community Center
The Ramapough Lenape Community Center is a hub of the NJ tribe's social and educational programs. Rev. Petra Thombs, CUUC member and minister for the Ramapough tells us: "Your contributions will assist us in furthering our goals to improve our Center for our tribal people to gather. We are grateful for you and your support. Anushiik, (thank you) for your generosity." Click here to read the full letter, with progress photos. Mail checks to CUUC with the memo “Share the Plate - Ramapough” or click here to pay online, and select “Share the Plate.” You may also select “Other” and type in “Ramapough” in the note if you'd like your full donation to go to the group.
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For links to our Zoom online meetings, see below.
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Weekly Calendar and Logins
Sat Jul 23 - 10:00am Zen Practice (Room 43 & Zoom 7899)
Sun Jul 24 - 9:45am Childcare (Room 32 & Playground); 10:00am All-Congregation Worship (Fellowship Hall & live-stream bit.ly/CUUC-Summer-Services); 11:15am Refreshments/Social Time (Fellowship Hall and Virtual Coffee Hour Zoom); 11:15am Odyssey Program: Jim Cobb guest speaker (Fellowship Hall & Zoom 3131); 12:30pm Refreshments & Earrings by Jeremiah sale (Fellowship Hall)
Fri Jul 29 - 4:00pm Board Retreat (Offsite)
Sun Jul 17 - 9:45am Childcare (Room 32 & Playground); 10:00am All-Congregation Worship (Fellowship Hall & live-stream bit.ly/CUUC-Summer-Services); 11:15am Refreshments/Social Time (Fellowship Hall and Virtual Coffee Hour Zoom); 11:30am Meals for HOPE (Kitchen)
Thu Jul 28 - 11:30am Science & Spirituality (Fireside Area & Zoom 7899)
Sat Jul 30 - 10:00am Zen Practice (Room 43 & Zoom 7899)
ONLINE ZOOM MEETING LOGINS
or phone (audio only): 646-876-9923
Webinar: 761 321 991 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 929-436-2866
Meeting: 336 956 2210 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 646-876-9923
Meeting: 289 850 7899 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 646-876-9923
Meeting ID: 313 195 3131 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 929-436-2866
Meeting: 616 163 6161 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 646-558-8656
Meeting: 602 164 635 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 646-558-8656
Meeting: 817 388 428 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 929-436-2866
Meeting: 939 6077 5149 · Passcode: 468468
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Contacts
Dir of Lifespan Religious Education and Faith Development: Tracy Breneman, cuucwptracy@gmail.com, 914-434-7539
Board of Trustees
Social Justice Coordinators
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