Embracing a free and responsible search for truth and meaning while demonstrating our strong belief in the interdependent web of all existence. | |
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April 7
"Earth Day, Why Bother?"
Randy Blasch
Have we gone past the point of no return? Does it even matter anymore?
Anthem: The Power of the Holy
Greeter: Mason Parker
Board Welcome: Dona Barth
April 14
"Killing Them With Kindness"
Clint Tawes
"No doubt, we have all heard the old adage admonishing us to 'Kill Them with Kindness.' This always seemed like good advice to me, but I cannot say I have ever put it to the test. I decided to undertake an experiment. For two weeks, I have gone out of my way to extend overt kindness to the most obnoxious people I encounter. I will share my experiences with you at this service." Clint
Anthem: This Little Light of Mine
Greeter: Kay Golan
Board Welcome: Dona Barth
April 21
"Showers and Flowers"
Rev. Jane Page
Rev. Jane will use the analogy of showers and flowers to share reflections on interdependence and our emotional highs and lows. Please bring a flower or piece of greenery for our ANNUAL FLOWER COMMUNION. Of course, we will have extras for guests or those who may not see this message.
Anthem: Shalom
Greeter: Dan Friedman
Board Welcome: Dona Barth
April 28
"Wisdom Teachers: The Poets"
Beth Sutton
Anthem: When The Daffodils Arrive
Greeter: Diane Knight
Board Welcome: Beth Sutton
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More on Being a Teaching Congregation
By Rev. Jane Page
We have had the wonderful opportunity of serving as one of two teaching congregations for Randy Blasch for two years. During the 2023-2024 program year, Randy was completing his Clinical Pastoral Education requirements at an Atlanta hospital as well as completing his work before his recent retirement from the Department of Labor. Due to these other duties, he was here only on one Sunday a month. (He was at his other site in Statesboro one Sunday as well.) Therefore, our primary focus for this program year was on worship – and Randy led (or occasionally co-led) when he was present. He received feedback from me as his supervisor and from his internship committee, made up of members from both congregations and chaired by Judith Longfield. But of course, a minister does more than leading worship and preaching. Here is a description from the Ministerial Fellowship Committee of the activities a teaching congregation should provide to the intern.
The congregation or community-based site is expected to give the intern direct ministerial responsibilities, almost as if they were an assistant minister or chaplain, and engage the intern in a wide range of ministerial duties, including worship, religious education, pastoral care and counseling, programming, institutional management and finance, program development, and community and social action. A good internship site:
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• is dedicated to excellence in ministry
• perceives the formation of ministerial interns as part of its mission
• gives an intern the opportunity to make a significant contribution
• enables an intern to pursue learning goals in a supportive atmosphere
• provides opportunities for a variety of professional experiences
• understands the value of Unitarian Universalism in the larger community
Although Randy has had monthly opportunities for leading worship and preaching (and has agreed to continue during the summer), we have much work to do to prepare him for other opportunities. Thankfully, Randy will soon be completing his CPE requirements and plans to move to southeast Georgia in May. Now, he will still lead some worship services, but more of his time will be spent in other areas mentioned in the manual – including being involved with both the Brunswick and Statesboro communities. I am sharing this with you now – because I don’t think I did a good job of explaining the unique approach when we began. I am proud that we can help prepare ministers for the future. Although, we don’t have a formal practicum arrangement with Clint Tawes, I think he is also learning a great deal by sharing with our congregations and getting feedback.
If you have questions about our role as a teaching congregation, or Randy’s role as an intern, please just email me. And, thank you for your amazing support.
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Notes from the Board of Trustees meeting on March 17, 2024
• Brian Merck, chair of the Building and Grounds Committee, presented the transition plan being coordinated with June Sherwood.
• The Bill Phillips Meeting room planning committee presented different layouts to convert the office into the Bill Phillips Room. The board chose unanimously one of the designs.
• The web redesign team is reviewing other websites and meets regularly.
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Jewish Food and Cultural Festival March 23, 2024
A large number of UUCG members attended Temple Beth Tefilloh’s Jewish Festival at Jekyll Square. The food was delicious, the music was lively, and the atmosphere was was high-spirited. UUCG was pleased to be one of the sponsors for the festival.
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General Assembly June 20-23, 2004
https://www.uua.org/ga/registration
This year the General Assembly will be virtual. Please register if you want to attend. There are different payment options available through UUA. If you would like to be a delegate for UUCG, please let Mari Perla know.
There are several pre-General Assembly webinars available for registered attendees. Once you register to attend, you will receive a link for the webinars.
A list of the webinars can be found at:
https://www.uua.org/files/2024-03/Pre-GA%20Webinars%20Info.pdf
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UUCG Worship Committee
Hosts Sought for Clint Tawes
Clint Tawes is our speaker each 2nd Sunday. The Worship Committee is seeking home hosts for the Saturday night before each 2nd Sunday in June, July and August. Please contact me at uucgdenise@gmail.com to volunteer to host Clint.
Denise Anderson
Worship Committee Chair
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MEMBERSHIP NEWS
If you wish to become a member of UUCG...
please contact our membership team leader Carolyn Wallace at carolynswallace@yahoo.com.
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Please join us Sunday, April 7 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. in the Is Rapoport Room | |
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Topic: ISH KIBIBBLE - The second language we all speak.
Discussion Leader: Dale Tushman
Ever have a bagel?
Anyone ever feel verklempt?
And, note this: You're using a piece of Dale's last name to sit! (Tush)
A brief history of a second (or third or fourth, depending on your skill sets) language you are using … as if you coined it.
Dale Tushman will lead us in a lively discussion as we discover what Ish Kibibble really is!!
Ruth Trudeau
(214) 675-7331
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The Adult Forum is designed to encourage discussion by sharing our stories and wisdom so we may “learn more about being human.” We meet to reinforce the “warmth or community” that calls us to attend church.
Meetings are on the FIRST SUNDAY of the month from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
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UUCG INNINGS & OUTINGS EVENTS
During March, we had our first two events and enjoy making these outings come together! Sonia Abel led a group viewing of the Green Screen Festival and Beth Stevenson led a trip to Harris Neck. Both were fun gatherings and while Harris Neck had only a few birds the group had a fun lunch at the Old School Diner after the nesting tour. Look for another Harris Neck trip to check on the birds on April 2 or April 4 -- there should be more this time! Contact Beth Stevenson (404-824-5562) if you are interested!
If you want to coordinate an event -- just fill out a form in the folder at the Greeters Table or Contact Beth Stevenson (404-824-5562). It is a great way to connect with other members of UUCG.
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Innings and Outings Activities are usually one-time events -- and mix-up family friendly, inside and outside, cost and not cost, etc.
Send in an activity that you want to lead ... CLICK HERE FOR FORM
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VALUABLE RESOURCES: Click on the image to view (or print) a copy of these directories. | |
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Currently, we are looking for a Social Justice Team Leader. Until that position is filled feel free to contact Mari Perla if you have questions or have a suggestion for UUCG's social justice work.
Mari: mariperla@aol.com
(408) 421-7781
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Sunday, April 21, 2024 from 9:00-10:15 a.m.
(The special Adult RE Zoom Room information is below.)
Join an intellectually challenging and fun conversation with a
group of ardent readers.
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For April, we will continue our discussion about Everyone Who is Gone is Here: The United States, Central America, and the Making of a Crisis by New Yorker staff writer Jonathan Blitzer (2024).
“An epic, heartbreaking, and deeply reported history of the disastrous humanitarian crisis at the southern border told through the lives of the migrants forced to risk everything and the policymakers who determine their fate.” (Amazon, accessed February 18, 2024.)
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Rehearsals on Thursdays from 4:45-6:00 PM. This is your chance to fulfil those fantasies you’ve had while singing in the shower, or the car. Current members will tell you how much fun we have. Enter a rehearsal drained? Leave it energized!
Entry Requirements? A Ph.D. in Music. Hah! All you need is an ability to hold a tune. We’ll handle the rest.
John Cowlishaw
UUCG Music Director
Cell: 248.891.4498
cowlisha@comcast.net
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CrossWord Puzzles
Looking for a crossword puzzle that is more interesting than the Brunswick News’? John Cowlishaw is creating many puzzles and posting them online at: https://tinyurl.com/47bxef38
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Recently, June Sherwood organized a group outing to the movie Cabrini. After the movie they went to Corinne and John's house for tea, which June catered. | |
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Creating the Beloved Community at UUCG -- Get Involved!
Money Skills? If you have skills at fundraising, accounting and promoting generosity -- we would love to have your help. We are always seeking people who can help us with our stewardship of funds either on the front end as we gather pledges for next year or the back end as we keep track of our budget and make money decisions. Contact Beth Stevenson (echstevenson@gmail.com).
Zoomer for our Tech Team -- We need a volunteer (or two!) who will take a turn being in charge of Zooming the service from the sanctuary. Simple task and Kim Merck will train and support you -- and this is part of simplifying our technology while we keep our services accessible for all. Contact Kim at Kimym31525@gmail.com.
Child Caring Volunteers -- When families with children come we want to be ready! Volunteer to be on call to take children out during the service. We are looking for about 12 people -- and have a great group of 6 to start with. Contact Beth at echstevenson@gmail.com.
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Be sure you are signed up for all the ways you can get updates about UUCG. We have
Lots going on and we want to make sure you get the word!
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Mari Perla - President
Beth Sutton - Treasurer
Sarabeth Sutton - Secretary
Corinne Bachman- Trustee
Dona Barth - Trustee
Sharon Ehle - Trustee
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We are located at 1710 Gloucester Street - Brunswick, Georgia
PLEASE SEND MAIL TO:
UUCG, P.O. Box 1056, Brunswick, GA 31521
uucoastalga@gmail.com
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