Church in the Age of
Social Distancing
Join Us on Zoom for Sunday Worship and Many Other Activities
Meeting ID 212 683 4988
Password 10016
or
Call in by phone, call: 1-929-436-2866
Use the same Meeting ID and Password
A Live Link for Sunday Worship will also be
on our Homepage - www.ccny.org

Family Chapel - Sundays
10:30 am on Zoom
Contact Jil Novenski - jnovenski@ccny.org
for Zoom ID Number/Details
Chalice created at Community

Sunday Worship - January 10
at Noon on Zoom

Why We Gather
Carrie McEvoy and Meagan Henry
Intern Ministers
Journey to Jordan – Building Bridges
with Meagan Henry, Intern Minister
Sunday, January 10, 1:15 - 2:15 PM

Join our Intern Minister, Meagan Henry, for a presentation followed by a Q&A conversation about her focused initiative project. An integral piece of the Meadville Lombard Theological School ministerial internship process is for each Intern Minister to create and implement a project. Meagan is exploring the option of creating a cultural immersion initiative focused on the people, history, religion, and current events of Jordan. Located in the Middle East and sharing borders with Syria, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and Israel, Jordan is a fascinating place, filled with incredible archaeological sites and a rich history. Jordan is also feeling the effects of climate change and many there are working on adaptive sustainability initiatives to deal with challenges such as a water shortage. Meagan’s daughter lives in Amman, Jordan and Meagan has been to visit and tour the country on three separate occasions. She’s begun to build contacts with communities and organizations there and is excited to discuss the possibility of creating an international and interfaith ministry.
MLK Jr in thought
Sunday Worship, Next Week, January 17

The Lessons of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in a New Age of Violence
Rev. Peggy Clarke, Senior Minister
Chalice Lighting
During worship each Sunday, we are all invited to light our home chalices. Consider purchasing one for use while we are worshiping at home, together. Lighting and extinguishing our chalices is one way for us to honor our shared spiritual path.
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For Children and Youth
Join us on Sundays for Youth & Children's Chapel and Learning Workshops
at 10:30 - 11:50 AM (Eastern).
Visit our Religious Education page for more information about our programs.
Contact Jil Novenski,Director of Religious Education for Children & Youth
for Zoom ID# / Password - jnovenski@ccny.org
Other Events / Save the Dates!

Buildings Discussion Update
Informational Cottages Meetings will be held in January. The same information will be offered at each gathering.Choose the most convenient time to attend. Voting Members are encouraged to attend one of the meetings.

Note the Zoom connection details below.

Tuesday, January 12 @ 6pm
Meeting ID - 2126830001
Passcode - 10016

Sunday, January 17 @ 1pm
Wednesday, January 20 @ 11:30am
Wednesday, January 27 @ 5pm
Meeting ID - 2126834988
Passcode - 10016

The next Congregational Quarterly Meeting - Sunday, January 31, 1 pm
Members - Check with Valerie Lynch, Community Coordinator, if you have questions about your eligibility to vote - vlynch@ccny.org
Join Our Intern Ministers
NY Poor Peoples Campaign
Thursday, January 14
7-7:30 pm
Intern Ministers Anthony Cruz and Carrie McEvoy are considering ways Community Church can connect with the work of the New York State Poor People's Campaign. This organization's monthly meeting for faith leaders and members of faith communities is on Thursday, January 14, 7-8:30 pm. If you are interested in attending this meeting and/or learning more about ways that Community Church can work with the Poor People's Campaign, please email Carrie McEvoy cmcevoy@ccny.org and Anthony Cruz acruz@ccny.org.
Gallery35 @ Community
Under Southwest Skies
A Virtual Presentation by Virginia Asman
January/February 2021
 
Virginia Asman made her first trip to the Southwest 30 years ago, immediately fell in love with its beauty, and in 2014 left NYC to finally fulfill her dream of living in the “land of enchantment.” This exhibit showcases Virginia’s artwork inspired by the region, created in a variety of styles using digital media. gallery35nyc.com/on-exhibit-now/

An Invitation from 4th Universalist

Save The Dates:
Learn About Food Justice in January

Please join Fourth Universalist's Environmental Justice Team as we explore issues of workers rights in our food systems, the effects of agriculture and food distribution on climate change, food insecurity and hunger in NYC, and food waste and composting.

Tuesday, January 12 at 7:00 PM: Food Justice and Climate Change
Tuesday, January 19 at 7:00 PM: Food Insecurity and Hunger in NYC
Tuesday, January 26 at 7:00 PM: Food Waste and Composting

Please register for the events using this form. All events will occur on Zoom at this link.

Questions? Email envirojustice@4thu.org
Calendar for this Week (and Upcoming)

Please join us for our offerings! Everyone is invited!
Meeting ID 2126834988
Passcode 10016
(unless otherwise noted)
Call in by phone, call: 1-929-436-2866
Use the same Meeting ID and Password

Sundays

Worship on Zoom @ 12:00 Noon
Fellowship Hour follows the service.

Youth & Children's Chapel and Learning Workshops with Jil Novenski @ 10:30-11:50 (REFM)
Contact Jil for Meeting ID number - jnovenski@ccny.org

Young Adult Group
1st Sundays@ 10:45/3rd Mondays@ 7:30
Next dates 1/18 and 2/7
Contact Jen Chard for Meeting ID for these sessions.

Mondays

Poetry Circle @3:15 (No session on 1/18)
Bring poems to share, everyone is welcome.

Elder Matters Chat @5:00 (No session on 1/18)
This is a supportive space to be with members and friends discussing age related concerns. Hosted by Esther Rosado

Young Adult Group
3rd Mondays @ 7:30 / 1st Sundays @ 10:45
Next dates:1/18 and 2/7
Contact Jen Chard for Meeting ID for these sessions.

Evening Centering with Janice Marie @ 8:00

Tuesdays

Breathing Exercises and Guided Meditation with Nafisa @ 6:00
We will begin with a short 10-minute check-in and then proceed with exercises that focus your attention on your breath, the inhale and exhale. Join us as we set aside this designated time to reduce stress and increase calm in our day. We will end with a short-guided meditation. Total time is 30 minutes.

Parent Circles - Hosted by Jil Novenski, DRE and Carrie McEvoy, Intern Minister
@ 8:00-9:00 pm

Wednesdays

Watch for upcoming offerings

Thursdays

Check-In & Meditation with Rev. Chris @ 12:00

Art with Ellen @ 2:00
For non-artists and artist alike. See things in different ways. Have paper and pencil, markers, crayons, watercolors or charcoal handy.

UU Kids Connect (Grade 6-8) First Thursdays. 7pm- 8pm
UU Kids Connect (K-5) Third Thursdays. 6pm- 7pm

La Hora del Café-Spanish Language Appreciation @ 7:00

Fridays

Evening Centering with Janice Marie @ 8:00

Saturdays

Anti-Racism Action Group: Building a Just Community
Saturdays @ 12:00
Facilitated by Rose Crayton - (Preregistration is required to participate - vlynch@ccny.org)

Social Hour with Leonore Tiefer @ 7:30
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Questions? Suggestions? Contact Valerie Lynch, Community Coordinator, at 212-683-4988, ext 126 or vlynch@ccny.org.
Pledge l2021 ogo
Pledge Drive 2021 is underway. Gifts at all levels matter and make a difference. Please join others in financially supporting Community Church with an annual Pledge. Pledge forms have been mailed to members. Please return as soon as possible by mail or email to Valerie Lynch vynch@ccny.org Forms will be available on the website soon.
Making Donations to Community Church

Electronic Contributions:
* Set up a payment with your bank for one-time gift or automatic payments
* Text Giving - Text ccuugive to 73256. Follow the prompts.
* On-Line Giving from website- Link here - Everyone is welcome to use this feature. Questions? Contact Valerie Lynch, Community Coordinator, at 212-683-4988 or vlynch@ccny.org.

By Postal Mail
Send checks to:
The Community Church of NY UU
40 E 35th St,
New York, NY 10016
If you are making a donation to a specific fund, please note it on the memo line.

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Hope & Heresy
Podcast with Rev. Peggy and Rev. Sarah
 
Latest Episodes



As news headlines swirl about religion and its role in public life, Rev. Peggy and Rev. Sarah Lenzi take a step back to examine the bigger picture. What is religion? How are religion and spirituality connected? And what is the role of community-building in religious practice?

Enjoy this timeless conversation about the sociology of religion, presented from a perspective that centers equality and liberation for all. Hope & Heresy is available on all your favorite podcast platforms, and on CCNY's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1cjSDkXZOF0.

Write back to us at podcast@ccny.org and remember to like and subscribe!
Special COVID-19 Message - Do You Need Help?
The New Leaf Fund is closed. We collected nearly $10,000 to help our members during this dramatic economic downturn. If you need help, please contact Rev. Peggy or Rev. Chris to access this fund. And, thank you to everyone who helped generate such a large net for our community to fall back on.
Members Out and About
David D. Strachan, long time Community member, presents a series on YOUTUBE. Check out Brother David from Brooklyn Speaks. Link here
Thank you!

Thank you for being a part of The Community Church of New York UU. Please call or email us for additional information about any of our Worship Services or activities.

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Yours in Community,

Valerie Lynch
Community Coordinator
The Community Church of New York Unitarian Universalist
40 East 35th Street
New York, NY 10016
212-683-4988