THIS SUNDAY'S
DISCUSSION SERVICE
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"Mentoring"
Gayle Folger, Discussion Leader
Sunday, July 16, 2023 - 10 a.m.
“A mentor is not someone who walks ahead of us and tells us how they did it. A mentor is someone who walks alongside us to guide us on what we can do.”
― Simon Sinek
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Upcoming Discussion Services |
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Sunday, July 23
"Dealing with ANGER in these Times!"
You may or may not feel angry about the changes taking place in our country over the last few years, but if you do, how do you handle it? Should we repress such anger? Act on it? How can we best use strong emotion to our advantage?
Looking forward to hearing your ideas on July 23.
- Jane Hardy, Discussion Leader
Sunday, July 30 — 5th Sunday Zoom-only service
"A Question Box Service ... Reflections on Pittsburgh and More!"
What questions do you have for Rev. Sue about Unitarian Universalism ... about social justice ... about our communities ... about ministry? At this "Question Box" service, Rev. Sue will share a few reflections on the recent Unitarian Universalist Association General Assembly in Pittsburgh and then open the service for questions on any (ok, about any) topic. Feel free to send questions in advance to Sue or to the office, or ask during the service. This is a 5th Sunday shared UUCR/UUFE service.
- Rev. Sue Browning, Discussion Leader
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So You Don't Miss Anything! |
- This Week's Discussion Service Information
- Upcoming Discussion Services Information
- Newsletter Index
- Helpful Links, Office Hours, Upcoming Events Calendar
- Rev. Sue on Vacation July 19 - 27
- Monthly Potluck — July 21
- Discussion Service Leader Needed for August 20
- Gratitude for Generosity to SJ Outreach Collections
- "Voices on the Border" Meet & Greet
- Highlights from a Historic UU General Assembly
- Pastoral Care and Connection Committee
- Birthdays
- UUCR Contact Information
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End of Reflections Notice at the VERY END
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If you don't see "VERY END of REFLECTIONS for July 13, 2023"
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If you know of another link or event that should be added, please contact
the UUCR office by email or phone 410-778-3440. Thanks!
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Rev. Sue on Vacation July 19-27 |
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Rev. Sue will be on vacation from Wed., July 19 through Thurs., July 27.
In her absence, if there are issues that need attention, please check with the appropriate team or committee lead, or leave a message in the office. In case of a pastoral emergency, Rev. Sue will be reachable by text or phone.
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Monthly Potluck — July 21 |
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Discussion Service Leader Needed
for August 20
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Gratitude for UUCR's Generosity to Social Justice Committee's
Outreach Collections
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At its June 30th retreat, the Social Justice Committee took time to reflect upon its outreach collections for this past year. Once again, our members and friends gave generously to the organizations, both local and statewide, whose services are in alliance with the UU Seven Principles. Here are the organizations we donated to and the total funds collected:
- October -- Rebuilding Together — $524.72
- November/December -- Holiday Giving (Departments of Social Services in Kent And QA Counties) — $478.95
- January -- Baltimore Abortion Fund — $418.41
- February -- Sumner Hall — $370.48
- April -- Shore Rivers — $637.41
- May -- Delmarva Pride — $388
That's a total of $2,817.97 that went to support people in need, the environment, racial justice, diversity, and inclusion. It's with deep appreciation that we acknowledge everyone's contributions this year.
— Amy Warner for the Social Justice Committee
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"Voices on the Border" Meet & Greet |
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John & Marcy Ramsey are hosting a "meet and greet" for the board of "Voices on the Border," https://www.votb.org, on Saturday, July 22 at 6 p.m. Come learn about how they operate in El Salvador's current political climate. Pupusas and refreshments will be provided. Location, 140 Bright Meadow Ln, Chestertown, MD 21620. Call 443-480-9460 or email johnramsey1948@gmail.com for information.
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Direct Excerpts from the
UUA July Newsletter in Reference to the June, 2023 UU General Assembly
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UU World reporters followed events throughout GA and captured highlights of the business, worship, and many other moments in their summary story, available online. The story includes a slideshow of images by UUA photographer, Nancy Pierce, who will be retiring from three decades of GA photography service after this year. GA Reporting in UU World
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Unitarian Universalists elected Rev. Sofía Betancourt to be UUA President with 95.5% of delegates voting yes, in an election that began June 1 and ended during GA. Religion News Service (RNS) reported on this historic election with a profile of Rev. Betancourt that highlights her personal background as well as her top priorities as incoming President. RNF profile of Rev. Betancourt
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Proposing changes to Article II of the UUA bylaws brought thousands of Unitarian Universalists into deep discussions about the theology and values at the heart of our tradition. At GA, delegates voted to continue this discussion for the next year and approved several amendments to the proposed new Article II language.
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Holding GA as a multiplatform event has made this essential annual gathering more inclusive and accessible. One benefit is that video capture is more readily available for viewing after GA. You can review all of the GA business, with video highlights, online now. GA Business with video
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Unitarian Universalists of the Chester River 914 Gateway Drive | Chestertown, MD | 21620
Phone: 410-778-3440
Office hours: W, Su — 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Closed — M, Tu, Th, F, Sa
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VERY END of REFLECTIONS for July 13, 2023
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