Unity on the River News
November 18, 2022
Administrative Office:
PMB #207, 203 Washington Street,
Salem MA 01970
978-834-7830
www.unityontheriver.org
Services and other events held at
Synagogue Ahavas Achim
53 1/2 Washington Street
Newburyport, MA 01950
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Sunday Service Celebration
Nov. 20, 2022-10:00 AM
with
Stephanie Roy
Part 2- Mirror-rorriM
Reflections and Projections
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This week Stephanie once again speaks on Projection and how we project our shadow onto our relationships. So we do not see people as who they really are but either who we need them to be or as enemies! | |
Meg Rayne Leads the Unity Band and Choir
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The Men’s group will be hosting
a drum circle after church
November 20th - Noon to 1:30
in the hospitality room.
All are Invited.
Bring a drum or other percussion instrument.
Drums will be available if you don’t have one.
A quick drum lesson will be provided if you have not played before.
This is about drumming from the heart and creating
a group energy around the rhythms.
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Annual Thanksgiving Potluck and Open-Mic
Nov. 23, 2022, 6:00PM
Camp Denison 84 Nelson St, Georgetown, MA
Potluck Contributors please register
with Barbara Wioncek
Apps, Turkeys, Sides, Gravy, Veggies, Desserts, etc.
Beverages (no alcohol).
Please tell Barabara what you plan to bring.
Set up and Clean Up Volunteers
Please email Stan Wrobel
operations@unityontheriver.org
Open-Mic Signups
Please email Brian
info@unityontheriver.org
REMINDER
The Social Justice Team is collecting food donations for the First Parish Church Food Pantry at the Thanksgiving Potluck
See more details below in this newsletter.
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WREATH AUCTION
Wreath Makers and Donors please sign-up with Nancy Reiss at services or via email:
njreiss1@gmail.com
Deadline for Donations is 11/23/22
Bidders send your bid via email to info@unityontheriver.org
Deadline for Bids is 6PM December 10, 2022
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Annual Christmas Celebration
December 10, 2022 7:00 PM
Camp Denison 84 Nelson St, Georgetown, MA
Camp's Facebook Page
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Annual Food Collection
The Social Justice Team is holding a food drive in November for the food pantry at the First Parish Church in West Newbury. Please drop off your donations on Sunday Nov 13th and 20th during regular services at the Synagogue and also at the Potluck Dinner on Wednesday, Nov 23rd.
The following items are especially needed: hearty soups and broths, cereal, instant coffee, English muffins, quick bread muffins, and cake mixes, Knorr and Uncle Ben's rice and pasta sides, gluten free products.
Also: toiletries such as shampoo, shower gel, disposable razors, women's deodorant, toilet paper and paper towels.
Thanks so much for your support!!
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November is Native American Heritage Month.
What started at the turn of the century as an effort to gain a day of recognition for the significant contributions the first Americans made to the establishment and growth of the U.S. has resulted in a whole month being designated for that purpose.
It is a time to celebrate the traditions, languages, and stories of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and Island communities and ensure their rich histories and contributions continue to thrive with each passing generation.
Unity on the River's Social Justice Team will be sharing some more information on Native American Heritage Month in our newsletters during November."
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In honor of this nation’s first people and their rich history, we are featuring books by Indigenous authors who continue the tradition of storytelling to explore Native identity, challenge stereotypes and historical fallacies, and to connect the past with the present.
- Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer, 2015
- There There by Tommy Orange, 2018
- Night of the Living Rez by Morgan Talty, 2022
- The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich, 2020
- Our History Is the Future, by Nick Estes, 2020
- When the Light of the World Was Subdued, Our Songs Came Through by Joy Harjo, Leanne Howe, and Jennifer Foerster, 2020
For children
- A Day with Yayah by Nicola Campbell, art by Julie Flett
- Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story by Kevin Noble Maillard, art by Juana Martinez-Neal,2019
- Chester Nez and the Unbreakable Code: A Navajo Code Talker's Story by Joseph Bruchac, art by Liz Amini-Holmes.
For Teens
- The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline
- Give Me Some Truth: A Novel with Paintings by Eric Gansworth
- #NotYourPrincess: Voices of Native American Women ed. by Lisa Charleyboy and Mary Beth Leatherdale
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The Elf family lists are due today!
Email yours to Stan at operations@unityontheriver.org
Barbara will create a giving tree that we will display at the Thanksgiving Pot-Luck and at subsequent Sundays.
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Up To Date COVID-19 Guidelines
People may choose to mask at any time. People with symptoms, a positive test, or exposure to someone with COVID-19 should wear a mask.
Masks and at-home tests are available at the service.
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Resources For Those In-Need | |
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Are you looking for financial, nutritional, or other support?
Perhaps you know someone
who needs help?
UOTR Can Help!
Call the office at 978-834-7830 or email info@unityontheriver.org
CLICK HERE
for a directory of local organizations dedicated to helping those in need.
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UOTR Prayer Chaplain Team Support
Would You Like a Prayer Chaplain Call?
The Unity on the River Prayer Chaplain Team is available upon request to pray with you.
Prayer Request: prayer@unityontheriver.org
or call 978-792-4500 anytime.
Silent Unity at Unity Worldwide offers prayer support 24x7...Call 816-969-2000
Link to the Silent Unity Website: CLICK HERE
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Tithes Given
The BOT has agreed to send $659 each to Unity Eastern Region and to Emmaus, Inc. for October 2022.
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UOTR Tithes Received!
UOTR received a donation of $52.30 from
The AmazonSmile Foundation as a result
of purchases made from Amazon through this wonderful program between April 1 and
June 30, 2022.
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Your AMAZON Purchases
Will Benefit UOTR !
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Support UOTR by shopping at smile.amazon.com
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Other ways to support Unity on the River: | | |
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Text GIVE to 833-702-4337. You will be prompted to complete a one-time account set-up. Works with both Apple & Google Pay. | | |
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DONATE WITH VENMO
UOTR Is now on Venmo. Our Venmo handle is @uotra.
Or scan the code to the left with your smartphone and follow the instructions.
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The Unity Business Alliance (TUBA)
Wednesdays 8-9AM via Zoom. Support and networking for heart-centered small business owners and practitioners.
Click to Join Zoom Meeting
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Vision for Unity on the River | |
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Centered in love, we joyously co-create a world of
Oneness, peace, and harmony
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Mission of Unity on the River | |
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We are a vibrant spiritual community that celebrates the
Presence in all and
awakens humanity to its divinity.
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Vision for a Spiritual Leader | |
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The Spiritual Leader
of Unity on the River
is a heart-centered, inspired teacher
and mentor who lovingly embodies
the highest and most joyful vision for Unity on the River and the world.
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Weather Related Cancellations
Check for cancellation notices on UOTR Facebook and website
or call the church for an automated message.
Administrative Office Information
Hours Tue, Wed, and Thu, 10am-4pm BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Call 978-834-7830 to schedule a visit.
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