Weekly Connections
Newsletter
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HAPPENING THIS SUNDAY, APRIL 11, 2021 |
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Children's Worship at 9:30 AM
Sheila Schuh co-leads
Worship Service at 10:00 AM
“Bikini Bodies”
Rev. Eileen Casey-Campbell, guest preaching
Connection & Conversation at 11:00 AM
Join us for a virtual conversation & connection following the worship service as well!
UU 101: An Introduction to Unitarian Universalism at 11:30 AM
Are you new-ish to First Unitarian Church of Rochester? Did you discover us through
our online worship services and want to learn more? We welcome you to join us
this morning through this Zoom link. The next offering will be on Sunday, May 2.
For more information about First Unitarian and our steps to membership
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Use the Zoom link above for all Worship Services, Wednesday night programs, and Elder Tree on Saturdays. No internet? Call 646-876-9923 and enter meeting ID #5852719070. |
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Next Sunday April 18, Worship Service at 10:00 AM led by Rev. Shari Halliday-Quan |
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APRIL WORSHIP THEME: BEING AT THE WATER'S EDGE |
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EVENTS THROUGH APRIL 17, 2021 |
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Elder Tree - Saturday, April 10 at 10:00 AM
We welcome Steve Jacobstein, a longtime church member, who will be sharing his life story with us. This community has been meeting for more than a year now to hear the fascinating life stories of elders and not-so-elders in our church, and all are welcome to join us and to share your own story. Please contact Libby if you’d like to speak. We meet via Zoom; phone access listed above.
Black Lives Matter Silent Vigil - Saturday, April 10 at Noon
All are invited to participate in these weekly silent vigils, held each Saturday at noon at various locations. Led by Elders and Allies of Black Lives Matter Free the People ROC.
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UU 101: An Introduction to Unitarian Universalism at 11:30 AM
Are you new-ish to First Unitarian Church of Rochester? Did you discover us through
our online worship services and want to learn more? We welcome you to join us
this morning through this Zoom link. The next offering will be on Sunday, May 2.
For more information about First Unitarian and our steps to membership please contact
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Caregivers Support Group - Wednesday, April 14 at 12:00 PM
If you're providing care for another and would like to connect with others who are also caregivers, we hope you'll join us. Our facilitators, Elise Wall and John Farrell, hope to see you there. To attend, please visit the zoom link here. For more information, please email Rev. Margalie.
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Touchstone Vespers Service - Wednesday, April 14 at 7:00 PM
All are welcome to join us next Wednesday for a Vespers Service. We’ll share music, words and silence to lay down the burdens of the day in beloved community. Please join us via Zoom; phone access listed above.
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The Legacy Society - Plan Your Own Funeral Series, Saturday, April 17 at 10:00 AM
First Unitarian's Legacy Society is planning a series of workshops to inform and advise members on issues related to planning for the final stage of life. These workshops will include information about how funerals and memorial services are conducted at First Unitarian, the role of the Pastoral Care Team in supporting families who have experienced a death, financial legacy planning such as wills, trusts, and bequests, and creating an Ethical Will. The first of these workshops will take place virtually during the Elder Tree gathering online on Saturday, April 17, at 10:00 AM. For questions, email legacy@rochesterunitarian.org.
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PASTORAL CARE, JOYS AND SORROWS |
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We are saddened to share that Dick Fitts passed away last weekend. We continue to hold his family in our hearts. Cards can be sent to his partner, Nancy Warren Oliver, 258 Johnsarbor Drive West, Rochester, NY 14620. Details on a memorial service will be forthcoming.
Please hold William Hayes and family in your hearts and prayers, as Will transitions to hospice care. The family requests no visitors at this time; cards are welcome.
Support from First Unitarian
In these uncertain and anxious times, we want you to know that First Unitarian is here for you. If you need support in any way, we hope you'll reach out. Pastoral Care is available through our Pastoral Care phone line 585-270-0851 or email us.
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Our Green Group of young environmental justice advocates have been meeting to build bat boxes, plant trees and celebrate the turn to Spring.
This Sunday, April 11, all 5th to 9th Our Whole Lives (OWL) Sexuality sections are on the church grounds, and the RE staff and OWL teams cannot wait to see our youth in 3D! Jubilee Kids! will also run during this time for 5th and 6th grades.
Last week, Julē Sanchez and Ahlia Kitwana taught the final Junior Youth Jubilee session on Body Dignity and Agency.
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CALLS TO ACTION & OTHER REMINDERS |
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The Grants Panel is now accepting applications from Rochester area 501(c)3 nonprofits for projects and/or activities involving social justice outreach or promoting peace through international understanding. For applications and additional information, please visit our webpage. The Application deadline is Friday, April 30.
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Environmental Justice Ministry (EJM) News & Green Tips
Ah, Spring! A time for shedding our winter coats and getting outside for some fresh-air, exercise and...spiffing up our yards and gardens, aka “yardening”! While sprucing up our yards and gardens can be a daunting task and a fair amount of work, there are some ways to make the job easier. Earth911’s article, “Tips for an Eco-Friendly, Low-Maintenance Yard'' offers many useful ideas and resources to help the “yardener” in all of us! Happy Spring and Happy Yardening!
Remember: Reduce, Reuse, Repurpose, Recycle.
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WAYS TO FURTHER CONNECT WITH US/ICYMI |
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Interested in membership? We'd love to have you! Contact Shannan Foos
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220 Winton Road South
Rochester, NY 14610
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