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University Unitarian Church eNewsletter
September 27, 2024
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Sunday, September 29
Worship services at 9:30 and 11:15 a.m. in the chapel and via live stream
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Rev. Beth Chronister will lead the services. She will be speaking about the Common Power Truth and Purpose Tour, from which she and a number of others in our congregation have recently returned.
Music by the Bell and Loft Choirs; Rick Scheyer, baritone; and Dwight Beckmeyer, piano.
Our Engagement Opportunity Fair will be happening in Nathan Johnson Hall following each service. If you would like a calmer place for Coffee and Conversation this Sunday, head downstairs to the Knatvold room.
Order of Service
(More info on Sunday worship at the bottom of this newsletter)
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Staffing Plan Is Funded—Thank You! | |
We did it! The campaign to support the new Staffing Plan has been successful. Thanks to a fast, broad-based congregational response, we can extend our Assistant Minister full-time and Director of Ministries half-time through June 30, 2025. We also will be adding a half-time coordinator through June 30 to help sustain and nurture our growing Family Ministry programs. This stability in staffing means that Rev. Doug Wadkins, our interim senior minister, can better focus his energy on guiding us as we discern a course for our future. [Continue reading]
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Wednesday Forum: Federalist and Anti-Federalist Papers on the Constitution
Wednesday, October 2, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. in Knatvold and via Zoom
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Claudia Keene and Jim Sanderson will continue the story of events leading up to the Constitution's ratification in 1788. Last time we learned about provisions in different colonies' constitutions that foreshadowed what was and was not included in the eventual U.S. Constitution. Our October 2 session will focus on the Federalist and Anti-Federalist papers, which argued for and against the draft Constitution in the years before ratification, and are widely cited today to explain different provisions. [Continue reading]
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Interweave Potluck and Meeting
Friday, October 4, 6–8 p.m. in NJH and Knatvold
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Members and allies of Interweave, at 6 p.m. we will join the All-Church potluck in Nathan Johnson Hall followed by our meeting starting at 7 p.m. in Knatvold.
We will have a guest speaker, Eliza Wheeler, from the Ingersoll Gender Center, an organization by and for transgender and gender nonconforming people. I can promise an informative meeting that will be well spent.
~Dan L. for the UUC Interweave group
Interweave focuses on the LGBTQ++ community and its allies. Click here for more info on our Interweave group; use the “Join” button to let the group leaders know you’re interested.
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Join Us at Our Engagement Opportunity Fair
Sunday, September 29, 10:30–11:15 a.m. and 12:15-1:15 p.m. in Nathan Johnson Hall
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University Unitarian Church seeks to be a community for each of us. As a community, we aim to awaken spirit, nurture hope and inspire action. Each of us has a way to be in community—teaching, singing, writing, organizing for positive change, bringing people together, feeding the hungry, exploring different faith practices and more.
After each service on September 29, UUC will offer information tables highlighting all the activities you might want to explore with us. Come check it out!
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Thank You and One More Interim Conversation Circle
Wednesday, October 2, 6–7:30 p.m. by registration
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I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to those who participated in our initial Interim Conversation Circles. Your contributions have been invaluable, and I have learned so much about many of you and received some wonderful insights about UUC.
I understand that some of you were unable to sign up for various reasons, and I appreciate your interest. In response, I will offer one more circle on October 2 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. [Continue reading]
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The Welcome Table, A UUC Community Potluck
Friday, October 4, 6–8 p.m. in Nathan Johnson Hall
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We hope you can join us at the upcoming all-church, all-ages, family-friendly, everyone-welcome potluck on Friday, October 4.
Our theme is "The Welcome Table." From southern African American culture, it describes a spiritual value; an ethic of hospitality; a space where no one is turned away and where the abundance of life is shared and enjoyed by all.
To help us be ready, please sign up in advance by September 26 even if you're just a maybe! [Continue reading]
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Exploring UU & UUC Classes
Register now for two Saturdays, October 19 and 26, 9:30 a.m.–noon
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Through sharing, discussion and reflection, videos and printed resources, and Q&A with church leaders, and whether you’re new to UUC, a long-time leader, or somewhere in-between, come learn about Unitarian Universalism (UU) and University Unitarian Church (UUC).
This informal, introductory course is offered several times a year in a variety of formats and times. This one is scheduled as a two-part class on consecutive Saturdays, October 19 & 26, 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Coffee, tea, and morning refreshments will be provided each day. [Continue reading]
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Care Team Asks "How Can We Help You?" | |
The UUC Care Team serves people in the UUC community when they encounter illness, grief, medical events, and other life issues. We all need a little help sometimes. If you find yourself needing a listening ear or a little help, please email the Care Team or leave a message on our confidential voicemail at (206) 454-7722. We are trained lay volunteers. We check for messages twice daily and keep your information confidential.
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Wa Na Wari: Walk the Block
Saturday, September 28, 1–6 p.m. in Seattle's Central District
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You’re invited to attend Wa Na Wari’s fall arts festival, Walk the Block, on Saturday, September 28. This family-friendly, free, outdoor visual and performing arts festival transforms Central District homes, businesses, parks, porches, and other common spaces into art installations and performance sites. [Continue reading]
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Sunday, October 6
Rev. Doug Wadkins will lead the services. Theme: "The Power of Transformative Conversations." Music by the Loft Choir; Camille Watson, soprano; and Dwight Beckmeyer, piano.
Sunday, October 13
Rev. Doug Wadkins will lead the services. Music by the Loft Choir; Danny Szydlo, tenor; and Dwight Beckmeyer, piano.
Sunday, October 20, All-Ages Worship
Theme: "Unity that Makes us One." Music by the All Voices Choir; Cally Lindenmier, mezzo; and Dwight Beckmeyer, piano.
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Sunday Worship at 9:30 and 11:15 a.m.
Join us for our Sunday morning services at 9:30 and 11:15 a.m.in our chapel or via our live stream.
Click here for information on Sunday programs for children and youth.
Current health safety protocols at UUC: Facemasks are optional but welcomed, especially while singing. For the well-being of everyone in our community, please STAY HOME if you have cold or flu-like symptoms, even if you're sure it’s "just a cold."
UUC monitors Public Health – Seattle & King County COVID-19 data dashboards and advisories, updating our health safety protocols accordingly. We also consult CDC About COVID-19 resources to inform our decisions. We additionally track Washington State Department of Public Health Resources and Recommendations for Business and Workers for guidance around COVID-19 safeguards for staff and visitors.
Please continue to check in at a kiosk or on the paper sign-in sheet when entering the building. This helps us better understand attendance on Sundays and for programs and meetings throughout the week. If you would like to be added to our email list for church-wide announcements, please include your email address and phone number on the paper sign-in sheet.
Click here for more information about Sunday mornings.
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