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Online Summer Worship, Sunday, July 11
“Deep Magic: the Power of Children’s Books”
FUSW Friday Evening Women’s Group
10:00am
NEW LINK FOR SUMMER SERVICES
We invite you to log in early to greet one another.
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We are holding gatherings and Sunday services online. Check our website fusw.org and Facebook page for information and updates.
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Upcoming Events
Upcoming Worship Start time for summer services is 10:00am
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Sunday, July 18, 10:00am - “TBA” ~ Hosted by UUCHV - Croton
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Sunday, July 25, 10:00am - “TBA” ~ Rev. Lane Cobb, guest worship leader
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To be sure you see all the news, go to the top of the newsletter and click “Don't Get Clipped...” to open the full Scoop in your browser.
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Message from the Minister
Greetings, FUSW folks! I hope July is off to a good start for all of you. I recently participated as a delegate in General Assembly, the annual summer meeting of our association of congregations, the UUA, and I wanted to report back to you how it went.
We voted on a number of substantive items, and there was one important contested election, for a UUA Board member. This election was won by Rev. Sam Trumbore who serves the Albany UU congregation.
Actions of Immediate Witness that were adopted included a statement of support for Transgender, Non-binary, and Intersex rights, a call for justice in health care during these times of pandemic, and a statement against voter suppression in support of a multiracial democracy.
The Statement of Conscience we adopted related to undoing intersection white supremacy.
For more information about any of these, you can go to the following summary of the business that was conducted at GA:
More good news: A number of changes are happening in the GA format, making it easier than ever to participate in the decisions our faith tradition makes on a national level. It's my hope that in the future, FUSW congregants will commit to an active role in decision making by becoming delegates. Remember, our Fifth Principle calls for the use of democracy in our congregations and in society at large. Raising your voice for Unitarian Universalism is one way to practice our faith!
Many blessings, and I hope to talk to you soon! ~ Kristina
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Test Audience Needed
The FUSW Board of Trustees will run a mock worship on either Friday, July 16, at 7:00pm or Saturday, July 17, at 10:00am to test the technology needed to hold hybrid services when we reopen. We are looking for 10 to 15 people to attend the mock service in person at FUSW and 10 to 15 people to tune in from home via Zoom. Please join us! Bring a friend if you’d like. COVID safety protocols will be followed in the sanctuary. RSVP to Denise Woodin (dcw2@optonline.net). Indicate which date you prefer, and whether you will attend virtually or in person.
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Textile Recycling at FUSW
Green Tree Textiles collects goods placed in the bin in our lot, which is listed on the company's map of box locations. You can drop off clothing, shoes, household linens, fabric scraps, handbags, and accessories and the items will be recycled, reused, or donated. (Not accepted: bathroom rugs, pillows, comforters, soft toys, or electronics.) Learn more at greentreetextiles.org.
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Share the Plate for Summer: Inter-Group Association of Alcoholics Anonymous of New York
The Inter-Group Association of Alcoholics Anonymous of New York, Inc, known as New York Inter-Group (“NYIG”), was formed in 1946 by NY area A.A. groups to help fulfill their primary purpose — carrying the A.A. message to still-suffering alcoholics. We collect for our Share-the-Plate partner throughout the month. Visit fusw.org, click “Donate,” and select “Share the Plate.”
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FUSW Contacts & Information
Questions, Concerns, or Compliments for FUSW?
Reach out to any member of our Board of Trustees, fusw.org/board-of-trustees (place cursor over picture, then right-mouse click to copy email).
Scheduling Online Meetings
To schedule a Zoom online meeting for your committee or program group, contact Rina Schunk (admin@fusw.org) with the purpose, date, and time you need, as well as information you want included in the Scoop. Rina will check availability, schedule the calendar, and send you the invitation link.
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The Scoop e-newsletter is sent out each week. Have news to share? Submit articles to our administrator, Rina Schunk, at admin@fusw.org by Wednesday at 10:00am. To schedule events on the FUSW Calendar, contact Rina Schunk at admin@fusw.org
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