WEEKLY UPDATE |May 9-15, 2021
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"To Build a Church"
We Worship this Sunday with the
Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church
Reverend Janet Parsons
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Worship with us on Zoom at 10:00am!
A warm welcome to our friends from the Unitarian Universalist Church of Greater Lynn! Our theme this month is Stories, and we are emphasizing creation stories and myths. Since May 15 is the 60th anniversary of the first General Assembly of the brand new UUA, we will take a look back at the consolidation of the Unitarians and the Universalists and the goal of creating a new religious tradition. Creation stories help form the foundations of all religions. What are some of our Unitarian and Universalist stories?
Join us on Zoom at 10:00 a.m., and please stay for our virtual coffee hour in breakout rooms immediately following the service.
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Meeting ID: 913 0038 3038
Passcode: 366722 One tap mobile: +13126266799,,91300383038#,,,,*366722# US (Chicago)
+16465588656,,91300383038#,,,,*366722# US (New York)
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Sharing Our Joys and Sorrows
Would you like to share your joys, sorrows, and prayer requests with the congregation? Use this form to let us know! ~Rev. Vicki
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SAVE THESE ONLINE AUCTION DATES |
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Social Justice Ministry Team's
Silent Auction for ECCO
May 16-May 23
We are holding a week-long online auction (May 16 - May 23) to raise funds for a community organizer position at ECCO (Essex County Community Organization). We have many items including gift cards to local businesses, personalized workout sessions, and fresh Lynn backyard eggs, from Babs, of course.
Many of you answered our call for donations. Who else would like to donate? Gift card to a favorite local business? something fun, something yummy, something beautiful?
The Social Justice Ministry Team (SJMT) meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Our next meeting is Tuesday, May 11 at 7:00pm. Contact the chairs for the Zoom link if you would like to attend (use [email protected]).
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Spring Bird Walk - Save the Date!
May 8 | 9am
Our annual Spring Bird Walk on May 8th will be at the Marblehead Neck Wildlife Sanctuary on Risley Road. Due to Covid, the event is limited to 25 people, to register and for more details, click here.
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Wisdom Circle
May 12 | 12-1:30pm
Elders are welcome to join us for our monthly Wisdom Circle on Wednesday, May 12 from 12:00 to 1:30pm on Zoom. After considering an in-person meeting, we decided this was preferable to having to sit well apart with masks on throughout our meeting.
Our topic this month will be mothers, mothering, relationships with mothers. Gloria Kozlosky and Rev. Vicki will lead.
Meeting ID: 899 8407 1013
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,89984071013# US (Chicago)
+16465588656,,89984071013# US (New York)
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Wildflowers in the Neighborhood
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Greater Lynn is going wild! -- with wildflowers that is. With the help of the Swampscott Conservancy, church members planted 136 seedlings of native Canada Windflower (Anemone canadensis), Eastern Red Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis), and Wild Geranium (Geranium maculatum) in a wooded area on the church’s property. Suzanne Hale, Conservancy member and native plant enthusiast, assisted in the.....
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UUCGL Community Connections |
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David Tumulty Scholarship Applications Due May 15
Applications are now being accepted. This scholarship, established in memory of David Tumulty by his parents John and Carol Tumulty, is awarded annually to a graduating high school senior who best demonstrates a humanitarian spirit. First preference is given to youth of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Greater Lynn, but selection is not limited to young persons connected to the church. Any student wishing to be considered for this scholarship should submit a brief letter to the church office, Attn: Christina Hansen, Grants Committee. Please submit applications as soon as possible, May 15 is this year's deadline.
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Unitarian Universalist Women
College Scholarship Aid
Applications Due June 13
Click here to print the form to apply for college scholarship aid given by the UUW. The deadline for returning applications is June 13, 2021.
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Help Our Neighbors Fight Hunger!
Food insecurity is on the rise due to the economic crisis caused by the pandemic!
Every week, individuals and groups prepare 2,000 brown bags to supplement the hot meals provided by MBT. If you are interested in putting together brown bags, either individually or with a team, or if you would like to donate towards this effort, please be in touch with Deb Boggs, Clare Campbell, or Michael Celona. To find out more about our efforts for local food pantries and our Social Justice Ministry Team activities, please go to our website page at https://www.uucgl.org/socialjustice.
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Next issue:
Week of May 16, 2021
The deadline for the week of May 16th, is Wednesday, May 12, 9am. Please send your notices to Angie Kern ( [email protected]). |
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Stay Connected with UUCGL
Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions or if we can help. Click below to email one of us. Stay well, stay connected!
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Contact Information Reminder |
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Does the Office Know Your Current
Contact Information?
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Please keep your name, address, phone number, and e-mail current in the church office. E-mail Elizabeth Muller with your correct information.
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Not sure what information we have on file for you?
Call Elizabeth at:
781-595-8836, ext. 10
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Recurring UUCGL Programming |
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Meditation
Group
Mornings
7:30-7:50am Zoom
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While we are apart, we can breathe together...
All are welcome to be a part of a small group ministry to practice mindfulness meditation. Now more than ever, our connections with each other are vital to our sense of calm and hope. Click here for sign up, more information.
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Dialogue
Group
2nd & 4th Sunday each month 5pm
Zoom
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"Dialogue" is a way of practicing deep listening that enables us to share personal experiences and thoughts in a way that collectively builds a more expansive understanding of ourselves and the world around us. Dialogue and the discursive meditation are part of the method of Cafh, a path of spiritual unfolding. Click for more information about the discursive meditation, and Cafh here. You can connect to the Zoom meeting here.
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Wisdom
Circle
2nd Wednesday each month
12-1:30pm
Zoom
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A monthly gathering geared toward seniors to share the perspectives and life experiences of older age. All are welcome, even if you have not participated before. More information can and be found on our website calendar and Lifelong Learning page.
You can connect to the Zoom meeting here.
Meeting ID: 899 8407 1013
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Parenting
Group
4th Wednesday each month
8-9pm
Zoom
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Join UUCGL's parenting group to discuss the challenges of parenting in these challenging times! Facilitated by Chris Scheller, a UU religious professional with extensive experience in family religious education and lifetime learning. New participants are always welcome! You can connect to the Zoom meeting here.
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Sunday Zoom Schedule
Fellowship Hour: 11am
(781) 595-8836
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