Our in-person worship is live-streamed on Zoom. Proof of vaccination, masks, and distancing are required for those in the building.
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IN-PERSON & LIVE-STREAM WORSHIP
Sun Jul 17, 10:00am ~ “Music & Spirit” ~ Karen Leahy, with Kim Force and Georgianna Pappas
In a service replete with music, we will explore music’s effect on the human spirit. Participants are invited to share an example of music that strongly affected them. Kim will then create a playlist from music mentioned by attendees that everyone can share.
All-Congregation summer worship in Fellowship Hall. Childcare is available.
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IN-PERSON & LIVE-STREAM WORSHIP
Sun Jul 24, 10:00am ~ “Listen: Do You Hear What I Hear?” ~ Catherine Kortlandt
A celebration of listening. Hearing is the first of our senses we use when in utero we learn the sounds of our mother's voice, and it is believed to be the last of the senses we lose as we die. With an open heart and calm curiosity, we will consider and honor listening as a source of comfort and connection.
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or phone in (audio only): 646-876-9923 · Webinar: 313 195 3131 · Passcode: 468468
Everyone live-streaming the service is invited to stay online afterward to socialize on Zoom. Log in to bit.ly/CUUC-CoffeeHour or phone: 929-436-2866. Meeting: 336 956 2210, Passcode: 468468
For additional CUUC program & login information, scroll to the bottom.
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Rev. Meredith Garmon is on vacation this week.
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Introducing 2022-2023 RE!
Our theme in RE next year is UU Identity. We bring our full selves to religious community and we celebrate the identities of race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexual orientation, ability, religious heritage and others that enrich our community. As we consider UU identity, we will explore ways to live more deeply into our intentions to be welcoming and inclusive.
Sunday mornings will consist of a mix of curriculum classes and youth group, special programs (e.g., social justice and PlaceKeeping), chapel, and whole congregation worship. Class groups are Kindergarten, 1st-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade, 6th-7th grade, 8th-9th grade, and Youth Group for 10th-12th grade. It is also an Our Whole Lives (OWL) year with classes for 1st-3rd, 5th-7th, 8th-9th, and Parents/Caregivers. We will offer parents and caregivers resources and a series of classes to support you as primary educators and in building meaningful traditions at home. And, we will cultivate multigenerational community through learning, action, and social activities.
We will also explore the future of faith formation at CUUC alongside the congregational assessment to understand how the congregation (you!) envisions the future of faith formation and RE, along with your role in creating and sustaining RE ministry.
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Sunday's Guest Worship Leader
Karen Leahy, born into a large Catholic family in Ohio, spent 11 years in a Catholic convent. She emerged at age 29, and “came across the theological sky” to UUism. Her degrees are in English and music, her work primarily in education and non-profit administration. Several years ago, she published a memoir, The Summer of Yes: An Ex-Nun’s Story. The arts, especially music, have always been an important spiritual portal for her.
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Summer Services in Fellowship Hall
Sundays through Sep 4, 10:00am, Summer Worship Services in Fellowship Hall & Zoom bit.ly/CUUC-Summer-Services, Phone: 646-876-9923, Meeting ID: 313 195 3131, Passcode: 468468
Our in-person Sunday services have moved to air-conditioned Fellowship Hall, and virtual attendees now join us by logging in to bit.ly/CUUC-Summer-Services. In summer our live-stream will be simplified - no slides or videos. Stay after to share a glass of lemonade together; people on Zoom may socialize by logging in to our regular Virtual Coffee Hour Zoom.
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Meals for HOPE this Sunday
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Birding for Life
Birding for Life with Rev. LoraKim, Sat Jul 23, 9:00am, Green-Wood Cemetery, Brooklyn
These walks aim to grow our ability to transform ourselves and our world by watching birds as an intentional mindfulness practice. While we walk and watch, we are also learning to foster deeper, healthier connections to ourselves, others, wildlife, and the earth. Click here to learn more and register. Or email Rev. LoraKim Joyner (amoloros@gmail.com).
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Odyssey Program Next Sunday!
Odyssey Program #1, with Guest Speaker Jim Cobb, Sun Jul 24, 11:15am, Fellowship Hall and Zoom 3131
Our Odyssey Program is where longtime CUUC members share the stories of their lives and faith with the congregation, to pass along wisdom and deepen our understanding of one another. Please join us after worship next Sunday for our first Odyssey speaker, Jim Cobb. If you are a longtime member and would like to be one of our Odyssey presenters, please contact the CUUC office (admin@cucwp.org).
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Help Determine CUUC's Future
You have a say in the future of our congregation! The Congregational Self-Assessment Committee will soon be asking to know what YOU think. On Mon Aug 29 they will be sending out a survey for you to complete. Then on Sat Sep 24, they'll host a "Path to the Future" gathering where you will be invited to reflect on where we've been as a congregation, discuss how we’d like to go forward, and offer ideas and thoughts on how to create an even more dynamic and thriving community for CUUC. There will be more opportunities for sharing to come later in the fall - stay tunedl. To learn more about the work of the committee, reach out to Al Rocchi,(alrocchi@verizon.net) Emily Economou (emily.economou@gmail.com), Tara James (tarahj65@gmail.com), Mary Kingsley (cruzavellan@gmail.com), Jim Walkup (jimwalkup@gmail.com), or Terri Kung (madterri@gmail.com).
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Reproductive Rights
In response to the repeal of Roe v Wade, CUUC is forming a new Reproductive Rights Social Justice Team open to local UUs. Mary Cavallero and Terri Kung are co-chairs, and will need 3 more core members to function as the team's executive committee. If you are interested in joining or becoming a core member, please contact Mary Cavallero (marycava4@gmail.com).
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From Environmental Practices
Here are two local events in July to help you up your environmental game:
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Climate Action Mixer, Wed Jul 20, 6:30 - 8:00pm, Bedford Hills Memorial Park Pavilion Bedford 2030 hosts this event, with free food, giveaways, zero-waste DIYs, a beekeeper, healthy yard experts, a clothing and bike swap, and more. To register, sign up at bit.ly/ClimateMixer
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Westchester Pollinator Garden Tour, Sun Jul 24 Fifty Westchester home gardens will be open to the public to showcase their earth-friendly landscaping techniques. An interactive map provides the location of the gardens, their hours, and descriptions: healthyyards.org/tour
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From Refugee Resettlement
The Refugee Resettlement social justice team is seeking a car for an Afghan family of four that we helped to resettle at the beginning of this year. Contact: Jane Dixon ( lilrhodie@gmail.com) |
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Caring & Sharing
If we can help you or someone you know in our congregation, reach out to this month's primary caregivers: Janet Giewat (914-617-2137, bean1a2@aol.com) or her backup, Paula Meighan (914-834-6454, paula.meighan74@gmail.com). You may also contact the CUUC office (admin@cucwp.org).
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Share the Plate: Ramapough Lenape Community Center
The Ramapough Lenape Community Center is a hub of the NJ tribe's social and educational programs. Rev. Petra Thombs, CUUC member and minister for the Ramapough tells us: "Your contributions will assist us in furthering our goals to improve our Center for our tribal people to gather. We are grateful for you and your support. Anushiik, (thank you) for your generosity." Click here to read the full letter, with progress photos. Mail checks to CUUC with the memo “Share the Plate - Ramapough” or click here to pay online, and select “Share the Plate.” You may also select “Other” and type in “Ramapough” in the note if you'd like your full donation to go to the group.
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For links to our Zoom online meetings, see below.
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Weekly Calendar and Logins
Sat Jul 16 - 10:00am Zen Practice (Room 43 & Zoom 7899); 1:00pm Rental: Private Event (Fellowship Hall)
Sun Jul 17 - 9:45am Childcare (Room 32 & Playground); 10:00am All-Congregation Worship (Fellowship Hall & live-stream bit.ly/CUUC-Summer-Services); 11:15am Refreshments/Social Time (Fellowship Hall and Virtual Coffee Hour Zoom); 11:30am Meals for HOPE (Kitchen)
Sat Jul 23 - 10:00am Zen Practice (Room 43 & Zoom 7899)
Sun Jul 24 - 9:45am Childcare (Room 32 & Playground); 10:00am All-Congregation Worship (Fellowship Hall & live-stream bit.ly/CUUC-Summer-Services); 11:15am Refreshments/Social Time (Fellowship Hall and Virtual Coffee Hour Zoom); 11:15am Odyssey Program: Jim Cobb guest speaker (Fellowship Hall & Zoom 3131)
ONLINE ZOOM MEETING LOGINS
or phone (audio only): 646-876-9923
Webinar: 761 321 991 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 929-436-2866
Meeting: 336 956 2210 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 646-876-9923
Meeting: 289 850 7899 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 646-876-9923
Meeting ID: 313 195 3131 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 929-436-2866
Meeting: 616 163 6161 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 646-558-8656
Meeting: 602 164 635 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 646-558-8656
Meeting: 817 388 428 · Passcode: 468468
or phone (audio only): 929-436-2866
Meeting: 939 6077 5149 · Passcode: 468468
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Contacts
Dir of Lifespan Religious Education and Faith Development: Tracy Breneman, cuucwptracy@gmail.com, 914-434-7539
Board of Trustees
Social Justice Coordinators
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