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Volume III * Issue 52 * June 9, 2023 | |
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of South County, RI
All are welcome!
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This Sunday, June 11, 2023 | |
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Worship
In Person Only 10:00 am
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"Music Service"
Music Committee
This Sunday's service is the Music Service. It is presented by our UUCSC Music Committee. It is performed by our choir and also UUCSC musicians. Please come and enjoy our music and sing along! There will be hymns and rounds for all ages to sing.
The Music Service will be followed by our Annual Meeting.
Order of Service
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Religious Exploration
10am-Noon
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The theme for June is Delight. And the story above is all about the delight of dance. And on that note, here's one of my favorite videos of all kinds of spontaneous dance. Where do you find delight?
I also find so much delight in this community. And in sharing food together! I hope you'll join us for our Community Dinner tonight at 5:30. We hope to have it outside in our backyard, depending on weather. See details below.
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UUCSC Annual Business Meeting to follow the Service this Sunday.
June 11, 2023 ** 11:30 AM ** Sanctuary
In case you missed it... Annual Meeting Packet.
The nominating committee is still looking for someone to fill the role of treasurer. Contact a member of the NomCom if you are willing to serve. Mary Alice will help you learn the ropes.
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Usually I dread going to General Assembly.
For 15 years, Joe and I went to General Assembly just about every year. I’d serve as a delegate for my congregation, and he would have responsibilities for his leadership roles in the UUA. (He was the chair of the nominating committee for a few years.) We’d usually share an Airbnb with our friend and colleague Lucas, and enjoyed sharing meals with other ministers. It would be wonderful to catch up with congregants from former congregations. That was my favorite part, honestly.
The problem was the timing. I know it always comes as a surprise to people when I say this, but I am an introvert. I need to be alone to re-charge my batteries, and by the end of the congregational year, I am crawling to the line between work and vacation. Being in close proximity to 5,000 of my closest friends isn’t exactly what I crave during that time of the year.
But in the past, somehow, miraculously, I’ve been energized by the company and the work.
This year, for the first time ever, I am actually looking forward to — with excitement — seeing everyone and being a delegate for you.
Because of Covid and moving, it’s been five years, and I miss General Assembly. I miss seeing friends. I miss the relative quiet of ministry days before laypeople arrive. I miss being in the company of so many UUs. I even miss the seemingly endless process of debating and wordsmithing. I never would have imagined I’d miss that.
There’s a lot going on this year. We’ll be confirming the nomination of a new president, voting on continuing a year long conversation about Article II, and debating the pros and cons of committing our resources to green investments only.
So, I will be off to Pittsburgh June 19-26. Will catch up with other UUCSC folks while I am there and we’ll all be reporting back to you afterward.
After that, I will be back for a few days before vacation. Blessed vacation.
In Peace,
Rev Denis
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Quarterly UUCSC
Community Celebration Dinner
TODAY, Friday June 9, 2023
Doors open at 5:30, Dinner served at 6:00
$8/person or $20/family
In advance of our Annual Meeting, we will celebrate the end of a great year of welcoming, loving, growing spiritually and seeking justice! No speeches! No fundraising! Just a delicious Mediterranean buffet and dessert. Tee shirts will be available, if you need one. We plan to hold this outside in the backyard, weather dependent.
This event is coordinated by Rev. Denis and DRE Lee.
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Memorial Service for Essjay Foulkrod
There will be a memorial service for Essjay at UUCSC TOMORROW, Saturday, June 10 at 2:30, in person and on Zoom, with light refreshments to follow. Congregation members who are able are encouraged to park at the Pump House or Peace Dale Elementary School to make sure there is space for guests. Parking will also be permitted in the lower lot usually reserved for Jonnycake Center employees. Members and Friends are invited to bring some cookies or snacks to share after the service.
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UUCSC Antiracism Group
Monday, June 12, 2023 * 7 PM on Zoom
Link is on the church calendar.
Any member or friend of the congregation is welcome and invited to attend as we work to undo racism in ourselves, our families, schools, communities, and government.
Notes from last meeting.
Submitted by Nancy Richman
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Dining for Dollars PLUS Results
One bit of news about D4$+ 2023... the total amount committed through bidding comes to $11,335.00!! This is 113% of our stated goal of $10,000, an incredible response from the community and a wonderful show of support for UUCSC. Thank you to our 30 hosts for your generous contribution to events and the many bidders for sending in your payments promptly. We greatly appreciate all of your support throughout this fundraiser.
Submitted by Betsy Dalton, Trish Hindley, and Nancy Richman, 2023 D4$+ Coordinators
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Louise McLeod is now in Roberts Health Centre, 25 Roberts Way, North Kingstown, RI 02852, room 35A. She would love cards, but still no calls or visitors. She is in great pain and needs to rest.
Submitted by Val Follett
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Upcoming Services
June 11 Music Committee Service
June 18 "The Challenges and Joy of Incongruity" Rev. Denis
June 25 Broadcast of UUA service from Pittsburgh on Zoom
July 2 No Service
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UUA General Assembly 2023 | | |
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CLICK HERE
for the latest announcements...
The 2023 GA APP is available.
On Demand Workshops are now available for virtual attendees.
It's not too late to register!
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Current Community Connections | |
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Saturday, June 10, 2023 * 11 am to 2 pm
Rochambeau Library
Join Teach Truth RI coalition, Rochambeau library, students, educators, parents and community members as we pledge to defend antiracist practices and inclusive and representative curriculum and books, in public schools, public libraries, and beyond. More information here.
Submtted by Etta Zasloff
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SK Anniversary Celebration Gains Momentum
Join us in the parade on June 17!
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Please RSVP on this quick form if you plan to participate in the parade. Details about lining up are HERE.
This is a great opportunity to increase our visibility and to celebrate our local community.
Our Plan: We have a beautiful banner to lead us off, followed by Gail Burchard's convertible and 22 ready-made signs carried by our members walking in our new Tee shirts or any UUCSC Tee shirt.
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A picnic and Northeast Navy Band concert at Saugatucket Park will follow the parade. See flyer. | |
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Help Needed to Manage Our Building!
Join the Re-Imagined Facilities Committee to do small tasks, such as painting, reorganizing materials, cleaning or gardening. If you are interested in the next Work Party and other volunteer opportunities, email Randi Marten.
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Worship on the Water
Tuesday mornings at 10 through the end of June
Enjoy the water in the company of seekers. No preaching, no chalice lighting, just sharing and paddling our own kayaks and canoes around Indian Lake. It’s a secret place worth finding. From Rt 1 southbound, turn right onto Arrow Head Trail. At the end, turn left onto Indian Trail South, and keep going, even after the pavement ends, to the public boat launch.
Submitted by Elizabeth Donovan
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If you are 70 ½ years of age or older, you may donate up to $100,000.00 each year to UUCSC or other charities from your IRA account. Such a donation does not count as taxable income to you if made directly from your IRA account to the charity. Read more here.
Submitted by the Finance Committtee
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Kundalini Yoga Series: 5 Thursdays in June
5-6:30 PM in the Oneto Room at UUCSC
Taught by Jessica Gloor
Classes will contain breathwork, movement, mantra and meditation. Reconnect with the flow of your inner being, or just come & decompress from the daily routines of life and enjoy a yoga class. No experience necessary.
$60 for all five classes. Drop-ins for $15.
Bring your own mats, blankets, cushions and water bottles.
Email for more info or to sign up. Cash, check or Venmo accepted for payment.
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You may cut culinary herbs mint, sage, parsley, thyme, basil and oregano from the front garden at UUCSC. If you'd like to help occasionally with watering or weeding please email Barb Nowicki.
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Don't become victim to a SCAM!
Review Understanding Phishing!
If you receive a suspicious email, drag it into your Spam folder, which will automatically block the scammer from using your email again as bait. Stay vigilant!
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Michael Bilecki will recycle your batteries.
Deposit them in the container in the Oneto Room!
Read more here.
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This war rages on...
The UUCSC Share the Plate committee recommends one of these four organizations that are providing support to Ukrainians in crisis.
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Bethany Sorrentino, Helping Hands Coordinator
uuhelpinghands@gmail.com or 401-451-4104.
Don't be afraid to ask for help - helping hands are here!
Helping hand volunteers are also needed.
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How to Submit Info to This Newsletter | |
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Send announcements and news with Newsletter Item in the subject line to Sara Kaplow, Congregational Administrator, at uucscri@gmail.com and Etta Zasloff, Editor, at zasloff.etta@gmail.com by Tuesday Noon
to assure publication by Friday of that week.
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