Weekly Connections
Newsletter
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HAPPENING THIS SUNDAY, MAY 30, 2021 |
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Join us online or in person! |
Our Annual Flower Communion for all ages will take place this Sunday, and there are 2 ways for you, your friends & family to attend! Join us online at 10:00 AM, or come to the church to attend in person! In order to accommodate groups safely, we ask that if you're coming to the church, you sign up for a time slot in advance. There's something for everyone at this special gathering. Bring a flower if you can, but we'll have extras on hand, too. Note: No Children's Worship this Sunday.
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After the online service - Connection & conversation immediately following
Next Sunday, June 6 at 10:00 AM - Rev. Shari Halliday-Quan, preaching
Annual Congregational Meeting follows the service next week.
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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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EVENTS THROUGH JUNE 6, 2021 |
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Elder Tree - Saturday, May 29 at 10:00 AM
Not strictly for "elders," Stephanie Ketterl will be our guest on May 29! Come listen as they share some life stories. Everyone is always welcome at Elder Tree, held via Zoom.
Online Guided Meditation Series - Starting Thursday, June 3
Learn to more deeply savor the long days of summer and cultivate openness and calm in a group. Online meditation classes will be offered Thursdays at 3:00 PM or 5:30 PM on June 3, 10, 17, 24. Beginning meditators welcome. It’s best if you can attend all four classes. Questions or to sign up, please email Rev. Joy Collins or call/text 585-749-0695. Free, but space is limited. Being gently guided to fully embody yourself is such a gift of self-care!
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Fostering LGBTQ+ Intersectional and Inclusive Spaces - Saturday, June 5 at 2:00 PM
Notice of Annual Congregational Meeting - Sunday, June 6 at 11:00 AM online
The Board of Trustees will be holding the church’s Annual Meeting online, via our main Zoom link, immediately following the worship service on June 6. View the meeting agenda here.
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PASTORAL SUPPORT - WE'RE HERE FOR YOU |
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Longtime and beloved member Alison Wilder died on May 22. Our thoughts and condolences go out to her husband Don Wilder and their family. A memorial service is being scheduled for August - more details to follow. “To live in hearts that love is not to die.”
One of our newest church members, Monica Kress, is in need of meal support while she heals from a fall. If you can help, kindly sign up here or email Patti Clark.
We’re here for you! Pastoral Care is available through our Pastoral Care phone line 585-270-0851 or email us at caring@rochesterunitarian.org. Everything you share will be held in confidence.
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THIS WEEK IN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (RE) |
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Last week in RE, Sheila Schuh, Emma Hale, and Suzy Farrell hosted RE kids for our first-ever Parent REnewal evening! The weather and church grounds were a perfect backdrop for this was wonderful opportunity for youth connection and for our beloved RE parents to enjoy a free evening.
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Last Sunday, 7th and 8th grade groups joined Emma for a nature hike in Washington Grove! Thank you to David Pinto for joining Spiritual Survivors on this adventure and for your support of our OWL programming.
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Mark your calendar for our annual youth-lead rites of passage on Sunday, June 13!
Share the joy of our 5th grade Leap of Faith at 9:30 AM. Our Coming of Age youth will lead the worship service at 10:00 AM online. Our youth are busy bringing these services to life and we can’t wait to share them with you!
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CALLS TO ACTION & OTHER REMINDERS |
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Rochester Juneteenth 5K Run/Walk – Join Team UUROC!
In Person: Saturday June 19, 2021 1:00 PM at Genesee Valley Park
Virtually: Anytime and anywhere through June 19
Come together to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. Join with freedom-loving people from all communities. Walk or run in celebration and witness to the continuing struggle for freedom. Donate to support the creation of a Rochester Civil Rights Heritage Site. In partnership with First Universalist Church, together we are Team UUROC and invite you to join in this event either In person (first 200 sign-ups) or virtually. Sign up and/or donate here.
Last Call for Greater Good Committee Nominations
We are seeking members to nominate not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organizations for next year's Greater Good Gift for 2022. Complete this short form with your recommendations, which will be accepted through May 31.
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Environmental Justice Ministry Green Tip
New research shows that pesticides commonly used in American agriculture are devastating the organisms that make dirt become healthy soil instead of just dust. And since we want to eat healthier organically raised food, it’s important to know about the pesticides with which many of our crops are treated. And – what not to use in our own gardens. Learn more here.
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Have you included the First Unitarian Church of Rochester in your legacy planning?
Perhaps through a bequest in your will, or as a beneficiary on a retirement account or insurance policy? If so, we want to hear about it! The Legacy Society is updating our records, and we want to be sure to include you in all the fun events we have planned for the coming year. Please let us know, even if you think we already know, by sending an email to legacysociety@rochesterunitarian.org or calling Bruce Fredericks at 585-233-2857.
Golf with friend from church this Summer!
"First Unitarian Thwackers" invite you to join them each Thursday for a friendly, non-competitive round of golf followed by a little lunch and conversation, if you have time. We alternate through many local public courses, so the green surroundings keep changing. It's literally a walk (or ride) in the park. If interested or have questions, please contact Paul Suwijn.
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WAYS TO FURTHER CONNECT / IN CASE YOU MISSED IT |
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220 Winton Road South
Rochester, NY 14610
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