UUCSC News and Updates
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Volume IV * Issue 43 * April 12, 2024 | |
This Sunday, April 14, 2024 | |
Worship In Person and Online at 10:00 am | |
"Pay It Forward"
Chris Johnson and Nancy Richman
Chris Johnson will talk about his experiences and lessons learned while bringing ophthalmology services to India – his interactions with Aravind Eye Hospital in Madurai and efforts to establish remote vision testing centers throughout India.
Order of Service
Masks are optional in the sanctuary
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The theme this month is Interdependence
Look at those glowing faces, lit by birthday candles at our annual Birthday Bash last Friday. I love when we get to come together as a congregation just to celebrate each other and to celebrate life.
Our next celebration is planned for May 1st at 4pm in our UUCSC backyard to celebrate May Day. See info below!
Lee Cowan, DRE
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Beneath Our Feet
There is a vibrant world beneath our feet. I’m not thinking about the soil that is chock full of organisms that are too small to see with the human eye. Nor am I thinking about the subterranean complexity of an ant colony with tunnels as intricate as city streets.
Today I am thinking about our smallest members of UUCSC – our children. While we older folks come together to enjoy Sunday services in the Sanctuary, beneath our feet our youngest folks and their parents inhabit a vibrant and magical world of learning and exploration. READ MORE
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Beverages and Banter with Rev. Denis
Tuesday, April 23, 2 pm at Caf Bar
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Upcoming Services
April 21 Vis Medicatrix Naturae - The Healing Power of Nature Deidre O'Connor
April 28 Between Balance and Extremes Rev. Denis and Lee Cowan
May 5 Sometimes the Bug Rev. Denis and Bina Holtzman
May 12 Sarah and Hagar Rev. Denis and Adria Evans
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Announcements!
We have so much going on that it’s easy to miss things things that are important to us. Beginning April 28, each month on the last Sunday we are going to start having an insert in the Order of Service which lists all of the upcoming congregational events, so that we can see everything in one easy place. Post it on your fridge! Please get your submissions to Sara (uucscri@gmail.com) by April 23rd this month, and on the Tuesday before the last Sunday in coming months.
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Be a host for Dining 4 Dollars PLUS!
First, thanks to those who have already stepped up to host a meal or activity for D4$ 2024. With 10 hosted events it’s a great start, but more hosts are both needed and welcome. If you can find time to be part of this UUCSC fundraising auction, dedicated now to Nancy Rose, founder of D4$ at UUCSC who passed away in 2023, please fill in the host form at this link: https://forms.gle/D6Cb3RWGwbRRXo4T8
If you have questions about Dining 4 Dollars PLUS, contact Betsy Dalton, elizabethmdalton@gmail.com or 401-529-8733, or Trish Hindley, evesgma@msn.com or 401-651-0102.
April is here! Please submit your event(s) NOW so that this will be another successful year.
Thanks!!
Betsy Dalton and Trish Hindley, D4$+ 2024 Coordinators
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Article II Study Session
Sunday, April 14 12:30 to 2 PM
preceded by an optional lunch
Join with Westminster Unitarian Church, this time at our congregation, to study and reflect on the UUA Proposal to renew our Purposes, Shared Values and Covenant (Article 11).
ALL ARE WELCOME
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Game Time For Adults
The 2nd Game Time gathering for adults will be held on Thursday, April 18th from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Oneto Room. We will have a variety of board games and/or decks of cards available for your enjoyment. Please bring your own drinks and snacks.
For more information please contact Elise Bender (EJMB@cox.net) or Jeanne Arthur.(artjeanne1@gmail.com)
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Spring Clean Up at UUCSC
On Saturday April 20th (rain date Sat. 4/27) from 9AM-2PM we will be having a Spring Clean-Up/Fix-Up event at the Church. The Facilities Committee has developed a list of projects, both indoors and outside, that we feel could be completely accomplished if we can get least 15-20 people (ages 12 and up) to help. Snacks/lunch provided. Contact Michael Bilecki to sign up, and see this space for details in the coming weeks.
Submitted by Michael Bilecki
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One More New to UUCSC class next week!
The second class will be held after Sunday service on April 21 for those who want to learn more about our congregation, how we function and what makes us tick. The class is strongly recommended for anyone wanting to become a member of UUCSC. If you want to attend the second class but did not attend the first one, please let Val Follett know. She has a booklet for you to read through before the April 21st class. Also, please let Val or Rev. Denis know if you will be attending. A light lunch will be served and we want to have enough food for everyone.
Val Follett 401-789-7282 or valeriefollett@gmail.com
Rev. Denis revdenispaul@gmail.com
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Aging Gracefully
Sunday, April 28 at 11:45 AM in the Sanctuary
None of us is getting any younger. Deb Barton of Eldercare RI will share information and answer questions on how to age in a way that allows us to meet our goals and perhaps even make things a little bit easier for those we leave behind, regardless of our current age.
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Semi-Annual Fire Drill
April 28th
Immediately following services
Immediately following services Nancy will blow a whistle to begin the evacuation – quickly, and
silently. If you will want your coat, KEEP it during the service. The drill will be timed. We practice evacuation so in a real-life situation we know exactly how to do so in a timely,
expedient, and orderly manner. Lives could be at stake. Additional information will be given during Sunday announcements. Thank you in advance for your cooperation!
Submitted by the Board
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Our Tanzania Safari
We’ve been asked by several people when we’ll be showing our safari photos. Please join us on
Wednesday, May 1, 2:30-3:00pm (after Rev Denis’ meditation group) in the UUCSC Sanctuary for PowerPoint and stories.
Submitted by Nancy Richman and Bina Holtzman
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May Day Celebration!
May 1st at 4pm in our backyard
Join us for a festive celebration at the height of spring! We will make flower crowns, weave ribbons around the May Pole, play yard games, eat yogurt parfaits topped with berries and drink magically magenta- colored violet lemonade!
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Garden Plot Available
I have a garden plot in my backyard, not in use the past few years, and would love to offer it to anyone who wants to plant and harvest in it.
It does need veggies that grow in partial shade, but there are many that work fine. Contact Johnnie Rodriguez at 789-0651, if interested.
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Don't Trash Those Eclipse Glasses!
Pass them on to Latin American children to enjoy the August 2024 eclipse. Bring them to Sunday service and leave them on the Social Justice table in the Oneto room by May 15 and Etta Zasloff will mail them from UUCSC.
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Hope & Tolerance, Friday, April 19, 2024, 5:30 - 8:30
The First Unitarian Church is hosting a potluck followed by a program highlighting the work of the Orchard School in Israel, and Roots, a West Bank organization. They are fostering personal relationships between Jews and Palestinians. Rhode Island folk musicians Atwater Donnelly will perform. Tickets are $10 for individuals, $15 for families. Click here for more information.
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“Every Day is Mother’s Day” Concert
Friday, MAY 3, 2024, 7pm
Holly Near with Tammy Hall and Jan Martinelli
Claudia Schmidt and Sally Rogers
FIRST UNITARIAN CHURCH OF PROVIDENCE
1 BENEVOLENT ST, PROVIDENCE RI
$35 Advance/$40 At the Door
Click here to order tickets
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The South Kingston Transfer Station 163 Rose Hill Road just set up 2 large compost bins with Black Earth for residents.
Check out this PDF to see what is compostable there.
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NEW: Update your Breeze APP (breeze chms at the APP store.) It is much faster and more reliable now!
Breeze APP Users Guide. It puts all UUCSC Breeze users contact information in the palm of your hand. Please contact Etta Zasloff
zasloff.etta@gmail.com if you need personal assistance in creating your account or updating your information. The Congregational Directory now comes from Breeze. You will be prompted to sign into Breeze to get it.
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Tabitha's Closet at Peace Dale Congregational
Open every Saturday, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
To volunteer, email Galen McGovern, galenmcgovern1@gmail.com. To donate clean, gently used spring and summer clothing, bring to the UUCSC foyer or drop off directly at PDC through the side door to the office.
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Community Sewing Space
2nd and 4th Tuesdays
2:30-7:30 PM * Hours extended!
Oneto Room
More details.
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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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Care Continues for...
Louise McLeod in Roberts Health Centre, 25 Roberts Way, North Kingstown, RI 02852. Cards and calls are welcome, visits too, just call first. All contact information can be found in Breeze.
Submitted by Val Follett
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The food pantry is always in need of low sodium soups and broths, and whole grain items. Drop off at Jonnycake or bring to box in the UUCSC Foyer. FOOD ITEMS ONLY PLEASE!!!
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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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In addition to your pledge, 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 Committee
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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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