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Unitarian Universalist
Congregation of Duluth
835 W. College Street
Duluth, MN 55811
218-724-0308
www.uuduluth.org
Friday, April 26, 2024
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Visitor Info Form We are excited to have you visit and would love to get to know you better. Click the link to complete a form to tell us about yourself. | |
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10:30 am - Sunday, April 28, 2024
“Tales of Transformation”
Presented by four congregants sharing stories of transformation from their lives.
To join on your computer or smartphone click here to start Zoom or enter Meeting ID: 933 4611 3759 then passcode: 630505. To join via your phone only: dial 1-646-568-7788 and enter Meeting ID 933 4611 3759, then passcode 630505. If you are from another region, find your local number.
NOTE: This Zoom link, ID number, and passcode will be in effect until the end of 2024.
Masks are optional at all times, including while singing.
To support our congregation's mission, please contribute to the operating fund and Woven Basket via Give. The Woven Basket recipient for April is the WE Health Clinic.
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Religious Exploration News
Opportunities for all ages and stages
to grow in spirit, connection, faith, and justice-seeking
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Planning for a Robust 2024-2025 Season!
April 28th: RE Class
May 5th: Last RE Class of the program year
May 12th: During Brunch Church, we will recognize our amazing RE and Nursery Teams, among the other scheduled fun activities!
OUTSIDE: We will be spending some time outside for the last RE Sundays. Please have children dressed for the weather.
Conversations in MAY
Plans, ideas, and hopes
Interested Adults and Teens
May 5th: RE/Nursery 2024/25 info and programming discussion (office workroom at 11:45 am -12:15 pm)
May19th YOUTH GROUP 2024/25 info and programming discussion (office workroom at 11:45 -12:15)
May 26th RE/Nursery 2024/25 info and programming discussion (office workroom at 11:45 - 12:15)
Unable to attend on these dates but have ideas to share? Child care needed? Email Deb at dre@uuduluth.org ahead please!
Consider joining our RE Team or Nursery Team in a way that fits your schedule: one day a month, or a semester, or as a substitute. Adults and teens are welcome. This is a super fun way to connect with both young people and adults at UUCD. Email Deb at dre@uuduluth.org with questions, ideas, or to volunteer!
Summer Camp: UPDATE
JUNE 10-14
Peace/Pilgrim/UUCD
*No cost to participate
*Registration specifics coming soon
*Theme: Compassion with focus on nature, creativity, community building, and fun!
*Ages: PreK (4/5 yrs old) through 5th grade
*Time: 9 am-noon
*Location: Peace UUC at 1111 N 11th Ave East
Email Deb at dre@uuduluth.org if interested in helping or adding a camper! (We have 3 UU campers and 2 adult leaders ready to go, so far.)
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Dinner and Talent Show TONIGHT (Friday, April 26th)!
UUville's Got Talent - Join us for food, fellowship and fun! BRING A FRIEND AND HAVE SOME LAUGHS!
Pizza and salad served at 5-6 pm (free will offering) in the Social Hall, ONGOING UNTIL PEOPLE ARE FED, come when you can!
Talent show at 6:30-7:30 pm in the Sanctuary: 12 Acts lasting ~5 minutes each
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Woven Basket nominations opportunity coming next week
What local non-profit organizations do you especially value? Do you want to nominate them to receive the Woven Basket for a month in the coming next program? The nomination form will be linked here on May 3, 10, and 17. So plan ahead to get your nominations in! New organizations are welcomed, as well as ones we have supported in the past.
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Destri's Chapbook Reception!
This is an open invitation from Destri Irwin to join her on Sunday, April 28, at 11:45 am in the UUCD Social Hall after the service to celebrate the publication of her first chapbook. There will be books for sale for a suggested donation of $15 --- cash only, please. Appetizers will be served. She looks forward to seeing and celebrating with you!!
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"Waltzing Into Spring" Victory Chorus Celebration of Song
Join the Victory Chorus for their Spring Concert on Sunday, April 28 at 2 pm at Peace Church, 1111 N 11th Ave East. The Victory Chorus is a dementia-inclusive choir creating musical moments of joy!
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An Evening of Song
Tuesday, April 30 at 7 pm, in the Sanctuary
Hilary Godard will be giving a recital entitled Love, Mostly. The songs will be in English, mostly 20th century, mostly about love in its guises. There is sure to be at least one you know, and at least one new to you. There is no charge, but consider donating to an arts organization of your choice.
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Memorial Service for Malcolm (Mac) McCutcheon
The Memorial Service for Mac McCutcheon is at UUCD on Saturday, May 4, at 11 am. Family visitation is at 10:30 am. Light lunch to follow. Mac died August 15, 2023; the service was delayed due to Ruth’s transplant recovery. Minister Karen Gustafson is officiating.
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Welcoming New Members Ceremony
Sunday, May 5 - During the Worship Service
If you are considering membership at UUCD, consider the words of A. Powell Davies (1902-1957):
“By joining this church, you will become committed, not to any fixed intellectual creed, or to any stated body of doctrine, but to a moral and spiritual purpose. You must seek the truth for yourself in the undimmed light of conscience, and whenever you find it, faithfully follow it.”
Please let us know if you have questions or if you need support in discerning whether membership is right for you at this time. You may contact Office Administrator, Kathy Stinnett (218.724.0308 or uucduluth@gmail.com), or the following Membership Committee members: Lorraine (218.834.3774 or lorrainemattson@gmail.com), Alison (218.428.9025 or alisonlutterman@gmail.com), or Molly (218.260.5146 or calbenmn@gmail.com). You can also leave your name on the clipboard at the Visitors’ Center.
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Join the Racial Justice Team
for an after-service Potluck & Update Session on Cinco de Mayo!
When: Sunday, May 5 (11:45 am -1 pm) in the Social Hall
Theme: Cinco de Mayo - what does this holiday really celebrate and an RJT update
Bring: A sense of curiosity, and, if you like, food or drink to share
RSVP: Encouraged but not required - Kathy Peterson (kpeteduluth@gmail.com)
Following the May 5 service, we will gather in the social hall for food and conversation. As an opener, we'll talk about the (often misunderstood) history of Cinco de Mayo and intersections with racial justice. We'll also share ways to get involved with UUCD's RJT, a supportive community for racial justice learning and action, including: RJT book club, the Liaison Outreach program, Reparations, and Defending Democracy + #UUtheVote campaign. ¡Espero verles allí! Hope to see you there!
PS - Feeling curious? Minnesotanos - Latinx Journeys in Minnesota
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Pledge Drive Update: Check your Mailbox!
Thank you to all who have already submitted your 2024-2025 Pledges! If you're waiting for a Pledge Form in the mail, it has been mailed! If you want to access the form (and other giving info) online, please visit uuduluth.org/giving. Please remember: even if you're already enrolled in automatic giving you still need to submit a new pledge for fiscal year 2024-2025. Questions about your pledge? Call or email Congregational Administrator Kathy Stinnett at (218) 724-0308 or uucduluth@gmail.com.
Please also check out these Pledge Drive–related events:
> Friday, April 26 at 6:30 pm: UUville's Got Talent: an all-ages celebration of the gifts of our community hosted by Kathy Heltzer. For info or to sign up contact Barb Montee at barbmontee@gmail.com.
> Sunday, May 12 at 10:30 am: Brunch Church. Join us for a very special celebration of our fundraising success. You'll experience a spiritually nourishing and energizing worship service while you enjoy a delicious brunch in the sanctuary!
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Ministerial Transition News
WE NEED YOUR INPUT!!!
The selection of a Search and Discernment Committee is underway. We are looking for the input of every household touched by UUCD in the next two weeks to find out who YOU would entrust with this important role. The Committee will be made up of seven UUCD members selected and elected by the congregation. Expect a phone call, text, or email (or all three!) and submit a name or two. You can even name yourself! Thank you for your participation in this critical use of our democratic process. Please reach out if you have questions.
- Sarah Monahan and Russ Mattson, Board Co-Presidents
To view the UUCD Board of Trustees full plan description, click to open this document. Here's a brief summary of where we are at in the process:
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Forming a Search and Discernment Committee, which will be voted on at the Annual Congregational Meeting on June 9
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April 24 - May 8: Phone calls to each household
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May 15 - May 22: Phone calls to those named most by the congregation
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May 24: CONNECT will list the names of the Search and Discernment Team candidates
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June 9: Annual Congregational Meeting
Questions about the search process can be directed to Sarah Monahan, 612-205-7794, sarahcmonahan@gmail.com
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Dialogue with Alan O’Hashi on Cohousing
On May 8, Twin Cities Cohousing Network is pleased to present Alan O’Hashi, who will share his extensive cohousing experience on Zoom. O’Hashi is a board member of The Cohousing Association of the United States and is a long-time resident of Silver Sage Village, a senior cohousing community in Boulder, CO. O’Hashi is a newspaper journalist turned documentary filmmaker, screenwriter, author, nonprofit leader, and activist. He works with groups and organizations to tell their stories and is also passionate about cultural competency and group processes. Free and open to all. Click here for more information and to register. Limited to 100 participants.
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CLEAN ELECTIONS MN Action Alert and Updates
Please take a few minutes to inform yourself about how Clean Elections Minnesota is working to make a difference for us and our future voters: cleanelectionsmn.org
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Congregational Connector Volunteer(s) Needed
Would you like to connect in community with other UU organizers from across the state? Would you like to explore what spiritually grounded organizing could look like? Our state-wide organization, Minnesota Unitarian Universalist Social Justice Alliance, is seeking dedicated individuals to serve as liaisons between our organization and their home church.
Each UU congregation in our state is unique and has different models of organization and leadership. We’re seeking folks interested in building a strong web of congregations in communication with one another such that we can amplify and grow our collective power, wisdom, and resources.
For more information or to apply, you can visit MUUSJA.org/volunteer. If you have questions or would like to chat about the position before applying, email Dallas Rising at dallas@muusja.org.
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Join MUUSJA for our Spring Sing Event!
Friday, May 17 from 7 - 8:30 pm, Click here for Zoom link.
Join us on Zoom for an evening of music led by singer and songwriter Sarina Partridge! This online concert celebrates the return of spring, raising our energy for the critical justice work that lies ahead of us this year. Together we will learn songs of healing, hope, and renewal, with the option to sing along at home.
Sarina Partridge is a musician, song leader, educator, and activist in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Her passion is to create and share songs in service to community and the wild - songs to celebrate seasons, bring groups together, offer thanks, muster courage, and make room for healing and grieving. Sarina has a passion for connecting people with their own creativity and with community, and uses harmony singing as a modality to help folks develop a sense of wonder and belonging in this wild world.
We hope to see you there!
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