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Our Weekly Message
News, Invitations, and Ministerial Reflections
September 22, 2023
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Hello, UUSS!
I have been here for a month now, and in that time I’ve been lucky to meet many of you. In our conversations, you are always eager to share what a special community this is, and welcome me into our shared work warmly. You tell me about the groups you are a part of, about meeting your spouses at this church, and about raising your families here. As you share your stories with me, I can start to imagine the tapestry of UUSS.
I wanted to work at UUSS because I have never been a part of a congregation this size, and I hoped to gain skills and experience in ministry with a vibrant, engaged community. Over the past month as your Ministerial Intern, I have led worship, attended many meetings, and through it all started to gain a sense of the depth and beauty of this group of people. Each week, I learn about another ambition, another way of welcome, another way this community is interconnected. It has been a joy, and more joy will unfold.
Thank you all for your warm welcome. I can’t wait to see what I learn next!
With joy,
Rosemary
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Community Partner Nominations Due October 1 | |
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As part of our commitment to being “a force for healing in the world” every month UUSS gives away half of our Sunday offering to a local not-for-profit organization. Who will be a Community Partner for the upcoming year is decided by the UUSS congregation in the fall after the congregational meeting in October. Click here to find out more or to nominate an organization Nominations need to be submitted by October 1. Voting will commence after the Congregational meeting on October 22nd.
If you have questions, please contact Bobbie Keill at partners@uuss.org.
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Sunday Mornings with UUSS
Face masks are available but not required.
Join us for Worship Services in person or on Zoom Zoom links here
Service time 10:30 a.m.
Did you miss a service? You can find links to past services here
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Sunday Morning Programs
Join us before the service at 9:30 AM at UUSS
1st Sunday - Labyrinth meditation in the meadow (October 1)
2nd Sunday - Justice & Equity Conversation (Oct. 8)
3rd Sunday - Qui Gong/Tai Chi (Oct. 15)
4th Sunday - Exploring Unitarian Universalism (Sept. 24)
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Join us for a Newcomer Orientation and Tour the second Sunday of every month,
right after church, in the Welcome Hall. Next one is October 8.
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Sunday, September 24, 10:30:
World Religion in the 21 century – What Matters Most
Rev. Lucy Bunch preaching, with Ministerial Intern Rosemary Dodd, Worship Associate Celia Buckley, Music Director Anthony Tavianini, Pianist Irina Tchantceva, Cellist Kenji Ota
In our globally connected world, religions have faced new challenges. We explore the complexities and complementarity of the major world religions and consider how UU fits into it all.
*Exploring UU 9:30 in the Fahs Classroom. Rosemary Dodd leading a session on the UU principles.
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Sunday, October 1, 10:30: Our UU Heritage
Rev. Lucy Bunch, preaching, Worship Associate Karen Sparrow, Music Director Anthony Tavianini, Pianist Irina Tchantceva
As we deepen into the 21st century, we are living in a time of change and turmoil. How does our UU heritage inform our denomination in these times. What do we keep and what do we leave behind?
- 9:30 a.m.: Labyrinth walk in the meadow.
- Before the service, light a candle and fill out a card of Joy, Sorrow, or Prayer
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Save The Dates!
October 22 after the service: UUSS congregational meeting
November 4 at 5 PM: Auction - Magic of Community
February 2 - 4 2024: UUSS Women's retreat - The Spirit of Creativity
June 28 - 30, 2024 All Ages Camp at Camp Norge in the Sierra
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Our 2023 Auction & Dinner “Magic of Community” will be held Saturday, November 4, 5-8pm. We are looking for donations of experiences, adventures and talents for our auction as well as themed baskets for our raffle. Visit the auction table during coffee hour or visit our auction site starting Saturday, Sept. 23 to donate an item and register for silent
auction bidding. Questions? E-mail auction@uuss.org.
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Joys, Sorrows, and Caring | |
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If you would like to have a joy, sorrow, concern, or milestone spoken by a minister at Sunday’s prayer time, let us know at this link. Make sure to tell us you do not want us to mention it aloud, or if you would like a phone call from one of the ministers.
If you know of someone in the congregation facing surgery, dealing with loss, coping with a new and serious diagnosis, etc., please encourage them to inform one of our ministers and/or to reach out to the Caring Committee at caring@uuss.org.
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Join us in Religious Education! | | |
Childcare--available from 9:15 to 12:15 most Sundays in Room 11 (Nursery). Room and resources for feeding/nursing infants are accessible in the nursery. Please enter campus via the main doors. Please contact Crystal with questions.
Soul Kids -grades K-5- meet this Sunday (Sept. 24) during service. Come join DJ for fun activities celebrating our Soul Matters theme: The Gift of Welcome. We'll get outdoors and end on the playground. Please start in service!
Junior High Youth Group (JHYG) -grades 6-8- The meeting this Sunday, September 24, has been postponed. Sorry for the inconvenience. Please check back for updates on the next meeting. In the meantime, JHYG participants are invited to join the Soul Kids group or remain in the Sunday worship service with your parent/guardian.
Other engaging activities for children, youth and families are available and information can be found in the email linked above! There's always a lot happening in RE!
Our RE Coordinator Crystal Fountain has weekly office hours and is available by email too.
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What's Happening?
For a listing of all events this week and coming up
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Mabon Celebration with CUUPs
Saturday, September 23rd, 5:00-7:00 p.m. in the Fahs Room
Everyone is welcome at the Covenant of UU Pagans (CUUPs) Mabon Celebration. Harvest is in full swing, come celebrate the Goddess and Harvest! Bring a potluck dish to share.
Contact cuups@uuss.org
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KEEP MOVING - GET FIT Every Thursday 9:30am - Covered Patio. Sitting and standing exercises for seniors, with Shelley Burns, Silver Sneakers instructor. $10 drop-in. Info at adultenrichment@uuss.org
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Tech help needed
The Auction Committee is looking for a tech-savvy someone to join our friendly and creative Website Team. You would be working with the Auctria software that supports the Auction - the system behind all the action. Tasks our Website team tackles include editing the on-line catalog, and running reports to see how many items have been donated and what the final tally is! The existing team of three volunteers is here to welcome you in and get you up to speed. If this sounds like you, email auctionhelp@uuss.org. Thanks
Check out our volunteer spreadsheet to see all the ways you can help.
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Community Partner
Half of the Sunday morning offering donations made in September
support our local community partner:
Mustard Seed School
To donate now at the UUSS website, click here.
"May generosity bless our world, and may gratitude nourish our spirits."
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Celebrate 40 years of Loaves and Fishes
October 15: Celebrate 40 years of service with Loaves and Fishes at a special event being held at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church!
Loaves and Fishes is a long time UUSS community partner and we have an opportunity to support them by joining their staff, volunteers and clients for music, snacks, stories and learning more about their important mission to serve the homeless in our community.
Where: 2391 St. Mark’s Way, Sacramento, CA
Time: 4:00 PM -5:30ish
How we can help make it a success: In addition to showing our support through attendance at the event, we have been invited to contribute snacks to the festivities. If you would like to do that, even if you can’t attend, please contact Bobbie Keill at partners@uuss.org. Snacks can be brought to the church on Sunday morning and will be delivered to the event.
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Staff and Minister Availability | |
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Schedule an appointment with Lucy at calendly.com/revlucyb or ministerial intern Rosemary Dodd: rosemary@uuss.org
Rev. Roger is on sabbatical Sept. 4 through Jan. 31.
Our office staff members (office@uuss.org or 916-483-9283) are available to respond to your calls and emails weekdays 8:30-4:30, except public holidays. Our Pianist and Music Director are available by email and invite you to choir practice Wednesday nights at 7:00.
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We come together to deepen our lives and be a force for healing in the world. | | | | |
