UUFF eNews - Week of May 25, 2022 |
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UUFF's 11am Service This Sunday (online AND in-person) |
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Sunday, May 29th, 11am Service (Online AND In-Person!): "Greater Than the Sum." What is Unitarianism? What is Universalism? Those terms have had different definitions, and Unitarian Universalism is more than one plus the other. You're invited to join us as we explore the breadth and depth of UU identity. Led by Rev. Dr. Steven Gaines.
We are very close to having a paid Nursery Staff in place, but for now, availability of nursery care on any given Sunday is based entirely on volunteers, so if you are the parent of a child who might need nursery care AND you are interested in being part of a rotation of volunteers to staff the nursery, please SIGN UP for a Nursery Volunteer slot HERE.
We encourage all who are able to park in the U of A lot just up Oakland, so that our closer spots are available for those who need a shorter and easier walk to the building. THANKS.
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Other Sunday Morning Events & Activities |
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Adult Religious Exploration Discussion Group - held Sundays at 10am downstairs in the common room at UUFF!
This Sunday, 05/29/2022: "Beloved Community." We have all heard the term "Beloved Community" but what does it mean? According to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., it is the love of god operating in the human heart, that seeks to preserve and create community. This involves faith and action. Join us as we discuss and reflect on some of the features involved in becoming a beloved community.
The ARE Discussion Group is ONLY meeting in-person at this time. Sorry for an inconvenience this may cause.
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Meditation Group held via zoom each Sunday beginning at 9:30am.
If you'd like to attend or just to know more, please contact the office at uuff.ar@gmail.com to be put in touch with the Sunday morning meditation leads, Ines Polonius and Caroline Lennox. Thanks.
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Children ages 5 to 11 are invited to join Children's Religious Exploration, which meets every Sunday from 10 to 11 downstairs.
We are using the Soul Matters curriculum, which you can learn more about here. Email Stephanie Bentley at stephmacbentley@gmail.com for more information.
The theme this month is Nurturing Beauty. One of the ways to nurture beauty is by sharing ourselves, and one example of this is soldiers making sacrifices to protect our country. This Memorial Day weekend, we focus on how sharing ourselves can help us live into our UU Principles and be the best version of ourselves.
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We will have a Celebration of Life Service for Jeff Barnes at UUFF on Saturday, June 11th, starting at 1pm. Jeff asked for "fun music and lots of flowers," so that's what we are going to do! There will be a brief ceremony in the sanctuary, with Renée in charge of the "fun music," Gene doing a short Eulogy, and folks having time to get up and share (briefly!) a favorite memory they have of Jeff. Then we will have snacks and drinks available in the foyer, and those who wish to may gather in the Storla Memorial Garden as Rev. Steven leads us in a ritual of interment and scattering of Jeff's ashes. We'll conclude the overall Service with the official dedication of the new "Jeff Barnes Memorial Herb Garden." All are welcome to come celebrate the life of Jeffrey Karl Barnes. We ask that you bring a flower or bouquet of flowers if you are able, and we'll just put them ALL OVER the Sanctuary and lobby, and we can leave them for Sunday, or folks can take them home.
Join us in wishing a HAPPY MAY BIRTHDAY to:
Jacki Tighe
Carol Olson
Carol Tarvin
Joe Euculano
Gene Vinzant
Journey (Linda) Flores
Nancy Garner
If you would like to send any of these folks a card and need an address, or if you are a UUFF Member and should be on the May birthday list, too, please email Fawn, in the office, at uuff.ar@gmail.com
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UUFF Announcements, Events, and Opportunities |
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Coming this June! UUFF Splash Into Reading: An Inter-generational Summer Book Club!
People of all ages are invited to participate in a common read. We will meet up twice a month at area splash pads to talk about the book and cool off in the water.
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UUFF's Web of Life Nature Spirituality Group will meet this Sunday, May 29th, beginning at 12:30pm (after end of 11am service) at UUFF.
All are welcome to join. If you have questions about the group, please contact Tressa Disney or just hang around after the service on Sunday.
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Justice Spotlight - Week of May 25, 2022 |
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Native Plant Sale Fundraiser:
We are pleased to announce that the Native Plant & Tree Fundraiser was a fine success! The proceeds - $400 - were donated toward the purchase of a freezer for New Beginnings, a local organization that serves the chronically homeless in Fayetteville. Thanks to all of you who ordered plants/trees through Marquette. The positive effect of these plants on our ecosystem is a little step in the right direction. Thanks to Marquette Bruce for organizing this fundraiser and to the Master Naturalists who generously provided the native plants and trees!
Reproductive Justice: It's been a tense two weeks since the news got out that our Supreme Court may be on the verge of making a decision that could heavily impact the amount of power women have over our own reproductive choices. These are frightening times for many. Dina has some personal input based on her own experience and research that she is eager to share with those who are interested. If you'd like to hear more, please contact her directly at 501-554-2200 or email her at dinacnash2014@gmail.com
Our US Senators and State Representatives voted against the Women’s Health Protection Act twice already, and if so inclined, you are encouraged to convey your feelings and wishes about this important issue in writing to Mitch McConnell and Kevin McCarthy, Senators Boozman and Cotton, and all four of our State Representatives, starting with Steve Womack in Rogers.
Thank you for being active in our social justice initiatives! We are only effective in making positive change if you are our army - writing, meeting, and calling!
Want to get involved or have questions about Justice at UUFF? Join us for the next Justice Team Meeting, on Thursday, June 2nd, at 7pm, via zoom or in-person at the home of Marquette (741 N. Lewis in Fayetteville). All are welcome!
Contact Justice Team Co-Leads, Dina Nash (501-554-2200) or Marquette Bruce (512-965-2122) if you have questions or would like more information.
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Calendar of UUFF Events for May 25th - June 2nd
TODAY, 05/25 - 6:30pm - UUFF Chalice Team Meeting - Zoom
Thursday, 05/26 - 9-11am - UUFF Grounds Work Day - UUFF
Thursday, 05/26 - 6-8:30pm - Private Recital (Brenda Parker) - UUFF Sanctuary
Sunday, 05/29 - 9:30am - Sunday Meditation Group - Zoom (Ines)
Sunday, 05/29 - 10am - Adult RE Discussion Group - UUFF
Sunday, 05/29 - 10am - Children's RE Class - UUFF
Sunday, 05/29 - 11am - Main Sunday Service - UUFF Sanctuary or remotely via Zoom
Sunday, 05/29 - 12:30pm - Web of Life Natural Spirituality Group Meeting - UUFF
Thursday, 06/02 - 9-11am - UUFF Grounds Work Day - UUFF
Thursday, 06/02 - 2pm - UUFF Membership Team Meeting - UUFF
Thursday, 06/02 - 7pm - UUFF Monthly Justice Team Meeting - Marquette's house or remotely via zoom
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UUFF Main Contact Info:
Phone: 479-521-8422
Email: uuff.ar@gmail.com
Mailing Address: 901 W. Cleveland St. / Fayetteville, AR 72701
Schedule and Contact Info for Rev. Dr. Steven Gaines:
Click here to schedule a meeting with Rev. Steven.
UUFF Typical Weekly Office Schedule (Fawn's Hours): Usual Office Hours are Tuesday - Friday, roughly 10am-2:30pm. Disclaimer: Hours are subject to change based on Administrator vacation, work errands, personal appointments, illness, working from home, holidays, etc. Working Thursdays from home.
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