UUCSR Weekly Newsblast
Week of January 14th, 2022
INCLUDING ORDER OF SERVICE INFORMATION FOR SUNDAY 1/16/2022
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“We need to cultivate the courage to be uncomfortable and to teach the people around us how to accept discomfort as a part of growth.”
― Brené Brown
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SUNDAY
JANUARY 16, 2022
10:30am
On Zoom Only
MALCOLM AND MARTIN
Raising our Consciousness of Civil Rights Heroes
Comparing Malcolm X and MLK, most people know Malcolm X as the guy that said "by any means necessary", and MLK as the non-violent one. What if, however, our perceptions of the two men are tainted not by their actual actions and words, but how they made us feel? One we remember as welcoming and talking about love, the other we remember as confrontational and talking about violence. Are our memories correct? Come to church to find out.
If you would like to see the Order of Service please click here:
SERVICE LEADERS: Rev. Julie Brock
WORSHIP ASSOCIATE: Judy Withee & Susan Bartholome
SHARE THE BASKET: Saturday Breakfast With Our Neighbors
button on the website to contribute to this Share the Basket online.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: Please email Era if you have a young one wanting to join: dre@uusantarosa.org
MILESTONES: If you have any milestones you'd like to share with the congregation, please send them to: laychaplains@uusantarosa.org no later than Friday evening.
To participate via Zoom, click on the button
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MESSAGE FROM HAT
(Health Advisory Team)
CONTINUED:
IN-PERSON SERVICE ON PAUSE
UPDATE:
ON SMALL GROUPS
Due to the recent mandate from Sonoma County health officials, the Health Advisory Team is advising continued closure of UUCSR until the 30 day ban is up, which at this time is February 11th. This includes Glaser Center programs.
- Those preparing Sunday Service, while in the Sanctuary, may number up to 12 and may be mask-less when singing and speaking, while maintaining the minimum of 6 feet social distancing.
- All small groups who choose to meet will follow guidelines including keeping under 12 per group, masking, distancing, and checking vaccination/test status. Group Leaders use the list on the office door to date and initial when a person was in attendance so that we may contact them if needed.
- N95 or KN95 masks are recommended, and will be purchased for staff.
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R.E. will meet in groups of 10 or less with kids over 5 vaccinated and younger kids masked. See Era for details dre@uusantarosa.org
In addition, it would be helpful information to know if congregants do become ill with COVID. This would be useful information to the Health Advisory Team to assess effectiveness of measures being taken. This can be reported to our Administrator and remain confidential if desired.
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SAVE THESE DATES, UPDATED:
- CONGREGATIONAL MEETING January 30th, after the Sunday Service. More details to follow.
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Calvin Simons' memorial HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FROM January 15, 2:00pm TO MARCH 6, 2:30.
- Marian Quirk's Memorial has been postponed
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SRJC Chamber Concert Series Trio Celeste HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FROM January 16, 4pm. DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED
- Annual Women's Retreat is returning! April 29-May 1, 2022. Watch for more details to follow.
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THE HAPPINESS HYPOTHESIS
Finding Modern Truth in Ancient Wisdom
By Jonathan Haidt
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A BOOK DISCUSSION ON ZOOM
WHAT: The Adult Education Committee presents a 5 part discussion of this book which explores the question "What makes a person happy?" The book examines 10 Great Ideas that originated in ancient Eastern and Western civilizations and still influence our thinking today. Ideas such as: the Golden Rule, reason can control our emotions, adversity makes us stronger, and the meaning of life. Using the filter of modern psychology as applied by the author, we will examine how these timeless ideas might help us find happiness today.
WHEN: Five Zoom sessions on Tuesdays 3:00-4:30 from Feb 1-Mar 1st.
WHO: Registration is required and is limited to 15 people who commit to reading 40-60 pages each week.
COST: Available in all formats, a new paperback costs about $10.
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VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR!
WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THAT KITTY WELLS
HAS VOLUNTEERED TO BE THE VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR!
Give and Receive:
Q: Have you been wondering how to become a person "Of the Helping Hands"?
A: Reach out to Kitty!
Q: Have you been looking for some helpful people to do The Good Work at UUCSR?
A: Reach out to Kitty!
or phone 707-433-3351
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30 DAYS OF LOVE 2022
MONDAY, JANUARY 17- MONDAY, FEBRUARY 14
30 Days of Love is an annual celebration of Side with Love that runs approximately from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Day in January through Valentine's Day in February.
It's an opportunity to collectively nourish our spirits, deepen our understanding and understanding, and take action on our UU values for collective liberation.
30 Days of Love will share a menu of activities for people of all ages to ground, grow, and act together for justice—in the categories of Read, Watch, Act, Listen, and Worship.
- Week One: January 17-23 Reproductive, Gender, & LGBTQA+ Justice
- Week Two: January 24-30 Democracy & Racial Justice
- Week Three: January 31-February 6 Decriminalization & Racial Justice
- Week Four: February 7-14 Climate Justice
For more information and to sign up to receive text alerts:
Follow on Side with Love on Facebook for livestreams, discussion posts and updates!
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SOUL MATTERS
GROUP OPENINGS
There are openings for people who want to join. Email or call Katie Trieller or Jan Ogren for information.
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WARM CLOTHES FOR OUR NEIGHBORS
We are now collecting warm clothing, toiletries, and baked goods for our homeless neighbors.
There are boxes in the Narthex Entrance. Fill ‘em up!
See John Ray for any questions
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We are in the hiring process for a Sexton and a Music Director. Please help us find qualified applicants by getting the word out to all of your networks in the community.
- The Music Director Position requires Cover Letter and Resume.
- The Sexton Position requires an application to be submitted.
Please forward the link for the job description and application for the sexton position to anyone who might be interested. Remember that we are an equal opportunity employer. You will find the job descriptions here and other important information on the website as well as here:
Music Director Job Description
Sexton Job Description and Application:
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UUCSR Weekly NewsBlast Announcements deadline is Wednesday at Noon.
Email to: announcements@uusantarosa.org or click on the announcements button below.
THANK YOU!
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