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Online Summer Worship, Sunday, August 29
“Follow That Sweater!”
Rev. Dr. Joshua Snyder, UUCHV Minister
10:00am
All of us face moral choices every day. Sometimes we make them without thinking very much or after just a split second of reflection. This week we will consider what goes into the moral choices we make and what they say about who we are. We will hear words from the Dalai Lama, the crazy wisdom of Gurdjieff, and philosopher Jean Paul Sarte, and we'll reflect on the architecture of the University of Michigan.
This summer FUSW is sharing worship services with the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Hudson Valley (UUCHV), Croton
LINK FOR THIS SUNDAY'S SERVICE
We invite you to log in early to greet one another.
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We are holding gatherings and Sunday services online. Check our website fusw.org and Facebook page for information and updates.
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Upcoming Events
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Friday, September 3, 12:30pm, First Friday Women’s Group Luncheon ~ Join us online via Zoom. For details, contact Theresa De Lise (ntdelise@optonline.net).
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Saturday, September 4, 2:00pm, Gathering of Friends ~ In-person social event in Garrison, NY. See details below.
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Sunday, September 5, 10:00am - “Poetry” ~ Michael Carman.
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Sunday, September 12, 10:30am - “Ingathering and Water Communion” ~ Rev. Arlin Roy
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Sunday Worship Leader
Rev. Josh Snyder is celebrating over 20 years as a UU Minister, having served congregations in Omaha, NE; Wilmington, DE; San Antonio, TX; and now Croton-on-Hudson, NY. Rev. Josh identifies as a UU Buddhist, and lived in Tokyo for a “gap” year studying with Rissho Kosei-kai. His favorite thing in ministry is connecting with people to accomplish a seemingly impossible goal.
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Our Faith Family
With great sadness we share the news that Michael Nilsen-Baumwoll, former FUSW member, has passed away. We offer our heartfelt sympathies to his wife, Liz, and their beautiful children, Maya and Clara, for this unimaginable loss. You may contact Rina (admin@fusw.org) for an address to mail condolences.
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Reopening News
Beginning Sunday, Sept 5, FUSW will reopen for congregants who want to worship inside the building, and will stream services on Zoom for those who will participate remotely. Everyone coming in person must follow the guidelines recently emailed, including wearing a masks at all times when in the building, and maintaining social distance. Capacity in the meeting room will be capped at 32. Additional attendees will be invited to sit in the foyer or porch and watch on monitors. Coffee hour will be held outdoors.
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From the Minister
When it became apparent that there were no viable external candidates for the FUSW ministry, I accepted the call. I wouldn’t have done that for any other congregation. I feel great loyalty to the way we at FUSW engage in dialogue, work at social justice, and carefully consider what is best for our future. We encourage a supportive atmosphere that has survived bumps and scrapes. This is not empty praise; you know me and I know you. Sure, individually and together, we make mistakes. We face troubling decisions that challenge us with serious consequences and significant possible regrets. And the recent avalanche of deaths – in the midst of a fearful, isolating pandemic – is terribly sad. But we are willing to risk talking about what it feels like. We are willing to risk empathy for each other. We are willing to engage with each other compassionately in the search for truth. I will try new ways of adapting to our challenges, as you try new ways of engaging creatively with this new world, because WE are doing it together. I am taking my stand with us. ~ Rev. Arlin Roy
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New Program Groups
Our new worship year starts Sept 12 with the Ingathering Water Communion service - in person and on Zoom! We’ve been busy updating the Program Group assignments for 2021-2022, so be on the lookout for your welcome letters from the Group leaders. To view our new Program Group lists, just visit the Members Page of fusw.org and click Program Groups 2021-2022 (if you need the password, email Rina at admin@fusw.org). Questions? Contact Betsy Kates (bkates42@verizon.net).
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A Gathering of Friends
Outdoor Social Gathering, Saturday, Sept 4, 2:00pm, Annie and Art's home, Garrison, NY
Art Lowenstein and Annie Patton invite you to enjoy some much-needed community at this safe, socially distanced gathering by their pool and gardens. Bring food or drink to share; come with suit and towel if you'd like to take a dip; and musicians bring your instruments! We will all wear masks whenever we are indoors (e.g., to get food, use the bathroom, or change into your suit). Come only if you are fully vaccinated, please, and do not attend if you feel sick or are showing Covid symptoms. For address, visit the Members page of fusw.org and click Directory. Or contact Art (artlowenstein48@gmail.com), Annie (annie.k.patton@gmail.com), or Rina (admin@fusw.org).
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FUSW Board Meetings
The Board of Trustees meets on the third Tuesday of each month. Meetings begin at 7:30pm. We are currently meeting online. Meetings are open to any member of FUSW. If the Board enters into executive session to discuss personnel or confidential matters, non-Board will be asked to leave for that portion of the meeting. At the end of the meeting there will be an open forum, moderated by the President, during which non-Board members can speak about topics of concern. We ask that you limit your remarks to two minutes. This forum will last from five to ten minutes, depending on the Board agenda. Please contact any Board member if you have questions or comments. To access the minutes from previous meetings, visit the Members page of fusw.org and click on Board Minutes Archive. Click here to join our meeting on Zoom.
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Share the Plate for Summer: Inter-Group Association of Alcoholics Anonymous of New York
The Inter-Group Association of Alcoholics Anonymous of New York, Inc, known as New York Inter-Group (“NYIG”), was formed in 1946 by NY area A.A. groups to help fulfill their primary purpose — carrying the A.A. message to still-suffering alcoholics. We collect for our Share-the-Plate partner throughout the month. Visit fusw.org, click “Donate,” and select “Share the Plate.”
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FUSW Contacts & Information
Questions, Concerns, or Compliments for FUSW?
Reach out to any member of our Board of Trustees, fusw.org/board-of-trustees (place cursor over picture, then right-mouse click to copy email).
Scheduling Online Meetings
To schedule a Zoom online meeting for your committee or program group, contact Rina Schunk (admin@fusw.org) with the purpose, date, and time you need, as well as information you want included in the Scoop. Rina will check availability, schedule the calendar, and send you the invitation link.
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The Scoop e-newsletter is sent out each week. Have news to share? Submit articles to our administrator, Rina Schunk, at admin@fusw.org by Wednesday at 10:00am. To schedule events on the FUSW Calendar, contact Rina Schunk at admin@fusw.org
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