President: John Swinburn (jsswinburn@gmail.com)

Minister: Rev. Mark Walz (minister@uuvc.org )

What Do You Love? - by Rev. Mark Walz

Every Sunday we sing an opening hymn with the lyric, “Whomever you love, we welcome you.” Loving and being loved in return is a sacred gift.

At last week’s men’s group breakfast meeting, I asked, “what do you love about America in spite of her flaws and failures?”

This month I’m charging you to consider the question, “What do you love about our church?” What do you love about a free church?

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Peter Mayer Concert at UUVC July 15

"Peter Mayer is one of the finest songwriters on the planet. His intricate guitar work, breathtaking imagery, and natural mysticism are balm for the weary soul. Don't miss him." - Fred Small, Singer/Songwriter

Peter Mayer, the UU troubadour from Minnesota that you are familiar with from hearing “Blue Boat Home,” and “Holy Now,” will be here in person July 15 -16! …

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President's Message - by John Swinburn

My service as President of UUVC still comes as a surprise to me, despite having had a year to come to grips with the reality of this unlikely honor. When I presented my UU Faith Journey to our congregation last year, I spoke of my transition from having a lifelong disdain for the very idea of religion to...

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July Sunday Services

July 2 – Worship: “Tough Love” - Rev. Mark Walz

July 9 – Insight: Rob Gershon, Ouachita Behavioral Health

July 16 -- Worship: Rev. Mark Walz and Peter Mayer

July 23 -- Insight: Bobby King, Emergency Management

July 30 – Music on Barcelona - Singer Guitarist Christine DeMeo

What is the Pastoral Care Ministry? - by Liz Miller

Members of the Pastoral Care Ministry, in concert with Rev. Walz, are available to those members and friends who have emotional or spiritual needs. Some of the things we do…

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Art Wall - by Daryl Wedwick

The north wall in the Community Hall is a nice wall. It serves its structural purpose quite efficiently. However, the most important purpose of that wall is not to merely support a surface covered with bland off-white paint. Rather it exists to display the colorful creations,,,

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Membership - by Debbie Bostick

June was a busy month for the Membership Committee. The Committee held an appreciation brunch for greeters, and neighborhood network liaisons, we welcomed five new members, and, thanks to Vivian Walz and the Events Committee, we had a lovely catered meal for the luncheon honoring new members and recognizing those reaching milestones. The luncheon also honored Choir Director Jacob Richardson's family.

Spotlight on New Members John and Serena Gonzalez Here

Welcome New Members

Rev. Walz, Felicia Beasley-Dean, Beth Dean, Membership Co-Chair Debbie Bostick

Welcome New Members

Rev. Walz, Membership Co-Chair Cindy Nance, John Gonzales, Serena Gonzales, and Kathy Guidry

Social Justice - by Anais Troadec

Share the Plate for July is the Red Cross Tornado Relief Fund

'Brothers' Honored for Civil Rights Work

Those who have been at UUVC for many years will remember Dr. Alan Ward, Professor of Communications at UALR, and an expert on world religions. He was a frequent Insight speaker. The June 24 Arkansas Democrat Gazette featured a story about his remarkable Civil Rights work with his 'Brother,'.Albert Porter.

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The Green Team - Plastic Free July

The Green Team encourages you to take the challenge to reduce plastic waste by using less single-use plastic during the worldwide observation of "Plastic Free July." Click the link to learn more.

Events Team Restructures and Plans – by Cloe Bayer

Things have been happening in the Events Committee! At our June meeting, plans were made for much of 2023 - 2024, starting with our first event of the season in September. Get our your blue jeans, plaid shirts and cowboy boots…

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Interest Groups

UUVC Pickle Ball: Outdoor and Indoor play depending on weather. Contact Dane Nielsen 915-8750 for an update on play schedule

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Monday Golf: 18-hole Golf 8:00 - 2:00, 9-hole Golf 8:30 -12:30. Contact: Ron Nance 870 267-4711

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Mahjongg: Mondays at 1:00 in the Community Hall. Contact Dee Offerman at offermanrn@gmail.com

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Sleeping Mat Group: First and Third Wednesdays of the month from 9:30–11:30. Contact Marilyn Matzek 501-922-4909

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Stitchers: Second Wednesday from 1:00 - 3:00 in the conference room. Contact Marjorie McCleskey 501-915-0237

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Men's Group: Thursdays 8:30 - 9:30 at Debra's Good Eats, 198 Carmona Rd. Contact Rev. Walz 214-755-4315

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Friday Golf: 18-Hole Golf 8:00 - 1:00. Contact Tom Tirrell 501-915-2436

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Game Night: Second Saturday at 5:00. Bring a dish to share for a potluck meal. There are many kinds of games to enjoy after supper. Contact Cindy Nance 337-278-4004.

Unitarian Universalist Village Church Newsletter July 2023

Editor: Meg Koziar (kozimeg@sbcglobal.net)