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UU Miami CONNECTIONS Weekly
March 1, 2023
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THE PATH OF VULNERABILITY
WITHOUT THE WEIGHT OF SHAME
by Reverend Tom Capo
Sunday, March 5
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Live in the sanctuary or Livestream on our YouTube channel
Shame is an unpleasant self-conscious emotion often associated with negative self-evaluation; motivation to quit; and feelings of pain, exposure, distrust, powerlessness, and worthlessness. The main message of Shame is "I am Bad or Wrong". It can be a challenging dance to be more vulnerable without letting Shame sneak in.
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JOIN US FOR LUNCH
AFTER SERVICE
Enjoy a meal with us, often provided by a valued UU Miami member. Vegetarian and vegan options typically available. We are a nut-free campus.
$5 Suggested Donation
Want to help provide lunch?
Let us know!
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ALHAMBRA AMPED
Sunday, March 5
1:00 PM
The electric strings ensemble called "Alhambra Amped" will be playing classic rock favorites for the congregation this Sunday. These musicians are members of Alhambra Orchestra (which rehearses in the UUCM sanctuary on Wednesday evenings) who play serious classical music with the orchestra, but of course they grew up hearing popular songs and they like to rock out now and then. So they have fun playing arrangements of favorite popular music on amplified electric instruments. Come and enjoy tunes by the Beatles, Beach Boys, and more." Fundraiser for UU Miami, DONATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Bring family, friends, neighbors, all ages welcome
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PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH | |
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Child Care for infants & toddlers always available during Sunday Service
WAVES & REEFS
(Ages 4-11)
Sunday March 5th
11:00 AM to 12:15 PM
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle! We review the three R’s on our quest to become better stewards of our land. Bring items from your trash and recycling bin at home for our group art project.
Sunday March 12th
11:00 AM to 12:15 PM
In this new unit, we will be immersing ourselves into our marine habitats and getting to know significant animal species. Today we won’t be crabby, but we will be diving into CRUSTACEANS!
Sunday March 19th
11:00 AM to 12:15 PM
Are you more of a Nemo or a Dory? Today’s class is all about Tropical fish!
Sunday March 26th
11:00 AM to 12:15 PM
Elaine Silver—Intergen
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ACTIVISM IN ACTION:
Social Justice & Leadership for Teens
(Ages 12-17)
Sunday March 5
Mental Health & Disability Justice
12:30 to 1:30 PM
Teens will explore the topics of Mental Health & Disability Justice in this interactive workshop that connects our UU history of siding with love to modern day advocacy efforts for reducing the stigma of mental illness, increasing access to support and celebrating a diversity of ways of being in the world.
Sunday March 12 & Sunday March 19
12:30 to 1:30 PM
Teens are invited to serve the UU Miami community by acting as worship associates, greeters and ushers. Please confirm with Carly to ensure service hour credit.
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MARCH THEME
THE PATH OF VULNERABILITY
Sunday Services at 11:00 am
In person in the Sanctuary or Livestream on YouTube
Lunch available after services for a donation of $5.
Our Social Justice Partner this month:
SURVIVORS PATHWAY
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March 12
DOSING YOUR PAIN,
YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE ALL IN WITH PAIN
Rev. Tom
We all have pain. Sometimes pain feels too big to manage, especially trauma-based pain. How do we manage it? Perhaps we could dose it. UU Miami Choir will be performing.
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March 19
WHAT BRINGS YOU CLOSER TO YOUR VALUES? BEING VULNERABLE WITH ONE ANOTHER?
Rev. Tom
Rev. Tom’s colleague and friend Reverend Janne Eller-Isaacs would say every Sunday “your gift and your wounds are welcome here” to cultivate a sense that we can bring our vulnerability to church - we don’t have to slip away during the hard times. Perhaps being vulnerable with one another would strengthen our community connections and our values.
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OPPORTUNITIES TO LOVE AND SERVE | | |
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SOCIAL JUSTICE SPEAKER:
Mark Beatty
Sunday March 5
12:30 pm
In person and via Zoom
Matt Beatty, who was the Senior Director of Communications at The Miami Foundation and is now serving the Carrie P Meek Foundation as vice president and chief operating officer. The Carrie Meek Foundation sustains U.S. Congresswoman Meek's work through grantmaking, civic engagement, and community development. He will talk about his work and about the difficult and productive conversations he has been involved with between the black and Jewish community. Register in advance for this meeting.
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PARENTS & CAREGIVERS AS SEXUALITY EDUCATORS
Building Healthy Boundaries
Sunday March 5
2:00 pm
Emerson Lounge
Parents and caregivers are rightfully concerned about their children’s exposure to unwanted touching or sex. Adults cannot control the sexual opportunities, risks, or coercion their children will encounter. However, parents and caregivers can be role models for self-care and mutual respect. And they can explicitly teach children their rights, their responsibilities, and interpersonal skills related to sexual consent. This session supports parents and caregivers to be positive influences who help their children and youth develop appropriate sexual boundaries and respect those of others.
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INTERGENERATIONAL PROGRAM
Saturday March 11
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
David T Kennedy Park
In collaboration with our Young Adult group, RE families and friends are invited for a morning of environmental service. The mangrove swamps are in need of some love; as you might imagine, it's easy for trash to get trapped in their complex root systems. Participants are reminded to bring gloves, sunscreen/hats, plenty of water as well as closed-toed shoes/galoshes.
Please RSVP to Carly no later than March 9th to ensure we have enough snacks/supplies.
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A CELEBRATION
OF THE LIFE OF
ELEANOR SIGRID
GULDBECK
Saturday March 11
2:00 pm
In the Sanctuary
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BOARD MEETING
Saturday March 11
10:00 am
via Zoom
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WORSHIP COMMITTE MEETING
Sunday March 12
8:45 to 10:00 am
via Zoom
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CONGREGATIONAL RETREAT
Who are We?
Who do we Want to Be?
Sunday March 12 2023
after the service
All Members and friends of UU Miami please attend.
Childcare will be provided
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BUILDING YOUR OWN THEOLOGY
Sunday March 19
12:30 pm
In person or via Zoom
We will explore ‘Taking Part in Stillness’ from the book “Trusting Change” by Karen Hering.
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SOCIAL JUSTICE BOOK STUDY
Wednesday March 22
7:00 pm
via Zoom facilitated by Rev. Tom
Persuasion: Convincing Others When Facts Don’t Seem to Matter by Lee Hartley Carte.
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DRUM CIRCLE
March 26
12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
ROOM 3
Martha Capo will lead a drum circle in the
Sanctuary. Anyone who wishes to join is
welcome, no drumming experience needed.
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CONSCIOUS AGING
March 28
11:00 am to 12:30 pm
EMERSON ROOM
We are exploring the mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of aging. Feel free to bring a snack or lunch.
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WEEKLY SPIRITUAL PRACTICES | | |
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YOGA
9:30 am to 11:00 am
Hybrid: Sanctuary & on Zoom
Monday Class
Wednesday Class
Saturday Class
Gentle Hatha & Prana Yoga + brief Meditations with our yoga instructor, Luz. She has been a yoga instructor for 13 years. The class will be offered in the UUMiami’s Sanctuary. $15/class/person.
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Saturdays
9:30 to 10:00 am
via Zoom
Reverend Tom will offer a brief meditation or reading, then some time for reflection. The session will last about 20 minutes.
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COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES ON CAMPUS | |
UU Miami members attend Free! | |
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ANNUAL
CONGREGATIONAL
MEETING
Sunday, May 21st
After the service
Childcare will be provided
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Stay Updated on UU Miami Events
Events are listed on our online calendar.
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and the details will pop up
as they become available.
uumiami.org/calendar
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Find UU Miami on YouTube
Our YouTube channel, you will find past services, short reflective pieces (less than 10 minutes). Connect with our UU Miami livestream at 11 AM EST on Sunday mornings.
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Stay Connected!
Members who want to plan a meet-up with other members of the congregation to stay connected, please email [email protected]
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Submissions for the WEEKLY UPDATE
should be sent to [email protected] by noon on Monday.
Submissions for the MONTHLY CONNECTIONS are due on the 15th of the prior month. Edits may be necessary for concision, clarity, or style.
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UU Miami is committed to promoting a culture of inclusivity & anti-discrimination as noted in our bylaws: “The Congregation declares & affirms its special responsibility to promote the full participation of persons of any race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, ability, affectional or sexual orientation, age, language, citizenship status, economic status, or national origin in all of its activities, without requiring adherence to any particular interpretation of religion or to any particular religious belief or creed. As a Welcoming Congregation, we dedicate ourselves to intentional practices of Right Relationship- in language and in action- that promote equity, diversity, and inclusion for all.” | |
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Thinkers & Doers in Greater Miami!
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