Sunday, August 9, 2020
Worship Service at 10:00 AM
“Sacred Fractals”
Rev. Yadenee Hailu, guest preacher
Yadenee is an ordained Unitarian Universalist Minister loving in Tulsa, OK. Her practice and ministry are to cultivate spiritual wellness and healing as a lifestyle. She is ecstatic with the opportunities to remember our power and orient our energy to center life and service the ultimate. A first generation Ethiopian-American, she believes the experience of being raised between cultures, Black in the United States, and a woman, greatly impact her embodied and philosophical understanding of liberation.
Children's Worship at 9:30 AM. Meet us online (live-captioning also available there) or if you do not have access to the internet, call 646-876-9923,
and use meeting ID #5852719070
Stay for a virtual coffee hour following the worship service!
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UU 101: Are you new to First Unitarian? Did you discover us through our online worship services and want to learn more? Please join us for UU 101: An Introduction to Unitarian Universalism and First Unitarian Church, this Sunday August 9 at 11:30am. We will be meeting through this Zoom link. We will have an hour to talk about UU faith and what opportunities you have to connect with our community. No need for prior registration, just join us through the link provided. Our next offering will be on August 23. For more information about First Unitarian and our membership classes contact Shannan Foos.
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**Next Sunday, August 16, 2020: Worship Service at 10:00 AM with
Rev. Margalie Belizaire, preaching**
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This summer, we invite all members and friends of First Unitarian to explore our summer theme of Be the Church by identifying and committing to finding a way to Listen, Open, & Serve both inside the church community and outside the church in the wider world.
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Gratitudes, Joys and Sorrows |
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A note of thanks for your generosity
Just a few words of thanks to let you know how much I appreciate those who came out to welcome me. I could feel your excitement and enthusiasm at having me as an addition to your ministerial team. I am so grateful for them. Rest assured that I am even more eager and overjoyed to be among you, to create sacred space with you, and to journey with you spiritually.
And thank you, Rev. Shari, for your resourcefulness and thoughtfulness in bringing this welcoming event to fruition even as we live through these unusual times. Much love and gratitude.
With Grace and Loving Kindness,
Rev. Margalie
We’re here if you need us! Pastoral Care is available through our Pastoral Care phone line (585-270-0851) or email.
Longtime member Richard Forbes died on July 29 after an extended illness. He was in hospice care at home for the past few weeks. No service is planned as yet. Donations in his name can be made to the First Unitarian Church.
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Grief group to cope with death of spouse or partner: This monthly grief group meets online for anyone who needs support following the death of a spouse or partner. It is led by Rev. Lynn Acquafondata, affiliated community minister. Group meets the first Wednesday of each month from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Contact Rev. Lynn (585-330-1340) to register or for more information.
Join us for Elder Tree, Saturday, August 8, at noon. This week’s Elder Tree will feature John Dancy. Click here to join. All are welcome!
Want to delve deeper at First Unitarian? Take part in Starting Point, an in-depth look at Unitarian Universalism, First Unitarian history, our community, and your own personal beliefs. It will be a virtual meeting over Zoom on Saturday, August 15 from 9:30am-3:00pm. This class is for newcomers and seasoned members alike! This is the required class for those interested in joining Soul Matters groups. Please contact Shannan Foos, Membership Coordinator, to register.
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Join the Criminal Justice Ministry for a conversation with “Mama” Ruby Sales, a nationally-recognized human-rights activist and public theologian, entitled “The Spiritual Crisis of Whiteness” on Tuesday, August 11 at 7:00pm. Click here to register.
"While my time here has now come to an end, I want you to know that in the last days and hours of my life you inspired me. You filled me with hope about the next chapter of the great American story when you used your power to make a difference in our society."
We also invite you to read the full essay by the late Rep. John Lewis, published on the day of his funeral.
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Missed a recent Worship Service, Children's Service, or Elder Tree? Check out First Unitarian’s YouTube Channel (and while you’re there, please click on subscribe!), where you will find recordings. We will upload new videos weekly.
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Have you checked out the new Church Directory? It's online and called Simple Church! It's the place you can update your own information, track your pledging, and look up other church members contact information. Here's how:
Your User Name is your name with a period separating your first and last name, (for example, Jane.Doe) Then click “Forgot Password” and a password will be sent to the email we have on file for you, allowing you to login.
This should enable you to sign on regularly. You can check your profile, pledge, and look up basic (address, etc.) information of other members of our congregation. You can even upload a photo of yourself so others can put a name with a face!
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