Unitarian Church of Harrisburg
NEWS YOU CAN UUse
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Sunday Service Live at 10:30 am |
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"Inner Fire: Channeling Anger for the Common Good"
with Rev. Cindy Terlazzo
When we think about anger and rage, most people in this culture inhabit one of two expressions – that of being conflict avoidant; choosing to be polite – to not make waves OR becoming explosively reactive – striking out in ways that can cause harm to self or others. What might happen if we collectively begin to view our anger and outrage through another lens – to find ways to channel that energy for the common good?
Rev. Cindy Terlazzo is a long time UU, serving as an active lay leader for many years before responding to a call to professional ministry. She is currently serving as the quarter time minister at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Gettysburg. Cindy also supports individuals with Intellectual Disabilities as a social worker. Cindy is delighted to be taking part in this UUs of Central Pa pulpit exchange particularly this year. With so much in the world in flux and transition we need each other more than we may realize.
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If you're joining on Zoom - Check your email for the link Sunday morning and join us live at 10:30 am. You can also livestream the service on our YouTube channel. And if you can't join us at 10:30am, don't worry! Recorded versions of our services are available after the stream.
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Joys & Concerns
Members and friends can click here to submit joys and/or concerns to be read (with your permission) during a Sunday service. Submissions sent before Friday at noon will be read that Sunday, all others will be held for the next week.
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"UU Revival" at Rocky Ridge Park, York PA |
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TOMORROW ~ August 13th ~ 11:00 - 4:00
Reminder: Bring a picnic lunch and your own chairs.
Don't miss this incredibly awesome opportunity for a regional gathering of UUs to connect for fun and fellowship. This is a Multi-Gen event featuring activities for all ages.
Worship @ 11:00am - "What Does it Mean to Be UU in 2022?"
Revs – Cindy Terlazzo, Jen Raffensperger, Megan Mathieson, David M. Kohlmeier
Song Leaders – Gretchen Decker, Matt Shineman
Special Guest: Rev. Joan Sabatino, Director of UUJusticePA
Breakout topics: 8th Principle, New Normal, Youth Ministry, UUCUPS, Governance and more.
For our kids: bubble wands, crafts, games, a wonderful playground, hiking trails and more!
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Ordination Service - August 20th
Join us for the Ordination of Dr. Gregory C. Carrow-Boyd, CRE-ML.
The UCH voted in April to ordain Dr. Gregory C. Carrow-Boyd, as a UU minister. Greg is a Credentialed Religious Educator–Master Level and the son of UCH member Margaret Carrow; he grew up in our church in the 1990s and 2000s.
The ordination is scheduled for Saturday, August 20 at 4:00 pm at the Unitarian Church of Harrisburg - 1280 Clover Lane, Harrisburg, PA. Due to COVID protocols, we are requiring registration to attend in person.
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From Your Director of Religious Exploration - Cory Ness |
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What paths must we lean into and relearn as we travel together into our complex, challenging and hoped for future? This is the overarching question this year!
The success of our Religious Exploration program depends on a reliable group of enthusiastic volunteers who form lasting relationships with participants of all ages. Teachers and assistants are parents, non-parents, church members, and friends. All members, are encouraged to be involved in the Religious Exploration program as learners and teachers. Contact Cory to learn more. Class groupings will be determined upon the number of registrations received based on grade levels. These groupings may fluctuate during the year as the number of participants increase as families return to church life.
If there are enough participants and volunteers, we would like to offer the following:
- Soul Matters for Elementary Children
- Crossing Paths for Middle School Youth
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WELCOME TO MAGIC SUMMER - Children and Youth Religious Exploration for All!
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August 14: Stay Centered w Sharon
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August 21: Mini Care Packages for the Homeless w Cory
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August 28: Special Activities w Bridgette
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Background Checks - RE Volunteers
In January of 2015, Pennsylvania put in place new child protection laws. Many of our volunteers completed these forms at that time but as time has passed they need to be updated. As all volunteers are required to obtain clearances every five years. As we gear up for our Fall programming after the pandemic, let us take the time to accomplish this task.
Cory has collaborated with colleagues in our region and updated the process. Remember that once you complete the background checks you may use them for volunteer opportunities with your children/grandchildren.
Anyone who has completed the background check process since 2015 whose clearances need to be updated will be receiving an email over the next few weeks. A document with all of the links will be shared with you in the email. We are open to holding an in-person background check workshop at your request.
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Our Second Goal: Spiritual Growth
Goal #2: UCH will be a center for spiritual growth for curious and caring people
The objectives of the second goal of our strategic plan are:
1. Develop resources for personal epiphany and spiritual growth
2. Allow for a free encounter with the mystery of life
3. Develop "spirituality formation" that will help congregants integrate their
relationship to their own spirituality and to the congregation
4. Create vibrant worship that serves a variety of beliefs
For more information on the UCH STRATIGIC PLAN being shepherded by Operation Next Generation (the UCH Capital Campaign Team), see our larger article in the Reporter.
Everyone who volunteers for anything at UCH has a role to play in the shaping and achievement of our goals!
submitted by Mary Henninger-Voss
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UU the Vote with Power to the Hill
Power to the Hill is a non-partisan voter engagement group with the goal of increasing the voice of voters who have been historically marginalized in the Allison Hill neighborhood of Harrisburg. This group has been doing this work since 2018… just before the UUA launched their UU the Vote campaign. The voter engagement work of P2H is on the ground and person to person through canvassing, neighborhood parties, and targeted phone calls. As we work to increase voter turnout in the neighborhood, we are paving a path to better living conditions. P2H began as a lay-led ministry of UCH and has many volunteers and donors from the UCH community. The work of P2H is an important part of the social justice work of this church as we work to live out the UU principles.
There are many ways to become involved, such as canvassing, preparing food, donating money, tabling, or making phone calls. P2H has a very organized, user-friendly structure to support volunteers of all kinds. The next two Voter Engagement Days are Saturday, August 20, and Saturday, September 17, 10 am - 1:30 pm, at Christ Lutheran Church in Allison Hill. The complete activities calendar can be found here. Check out the P2H website. Like P2H on Facebook. Donate money via PayPal. Contact Wendy Shaver for more information or to be added to the P2H email list.
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Volunteer Opportunity
The Ecumenical Food Pantry is experiencing a severe spike in the need for our services. Recent 2022 client activity is approximately 3 times the activity of 2021! We have a significant need for more volunteers to assist in serving so many with food insecurity. We are seeking volunteers who can offer at least a modest time commitment. Opportunities are available for 1.5 hrs. in the afternoon and/or 3 hrs. in the morning. Anyone interested can respond via the EFP website: efoodpantry.org or call us at 717.233.6889. We thank you for your continued support in our mission to serve those in need.
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UU GATHERINGS
Stay connected via UCH Zoom!
OR join us for in-person events if you are able!
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Saturday, August 13
- 11:00 am: UU Revival at Rocky Ridge Park
Sunday, August 14
- 10:30 am: Sunday Worship Service (Sanctuary)
- 10:30 am: Magic Summer RE (Priestley Room)
- 11:30 am: Coffee Hour (Common Room/Zoom)
- 1:00 pm: Phillippi House of Worship (Fuller Chapel)
- 7:00 pm: Philosophy and Literature (Zoom)
Monday, August 15
- 6:30 pm: Gay Men's Chorus Rehearsal (Sanctuary)
- 6:30 pm: Yoga (Fuller Chapel)
- 7:00 pm: Hellmann COUCH Group (Zoom)
Tuesday, August 16
- 10:30 am: Membership Team (Zoom)
- 7:00 pm: UCH Board Meeting (Priestley Room)
Wednesday, August 17
- 7:00 pm: Azul Nox Oasis (Fahs Room)
For access to an online monthly UCH calendar featuring up-to-date events at the church and on Zoom, visit: uchbg.org/calendar
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Share the Plate
August 2022 - Joshua Group
The Joshua Group is a 501(c)3 organization focused on guiding at-risk youth in Allison Hill through mentoring and shaping positive role models. Since its inception in 1998, the Joshua Group has deeply ingrained itself into the fabric of the Allison Hill neighborhood, working tirelessly to reshape and improve the futures of children and youth in the area. Among other things, the organization operates the Joshua Learning Center at 1459 Market Street, where children and youth can participate in “childhood to career” educational programs. Each week more than 200 city residents come to the Joshua Learning Center to participate in one of the Joshua Group’s educational programs, including the academically focused J Crew After-School Program, the free Preschool Program, their full-day Kindergarten Program, their 9-week Summer Learning Program, and their Tuition Scholarship Program.
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To nominate a local non-profit organization who would be a deserving recipient, just fill out this form and mail it (to the office) or email it (to the Finance Committee Chair, Kathy Malarich.) Your nomination will be reviewed at the next monthly Finance Committee meeting, and you'll be notified of our decision.
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Google Workspace
To enhance security, functionality, and useability; the church office has upgraded our email system to Google Workspace. Some staff email addresses have changed to achieve continuity, and a few remain the same.
UCH Staff
Rev. David Kohlmeier, Minister: revdavid@uchbg.org
Jacqueline Swanson, Administrator: jswanson@uchbg.org
Tavia Flanagan, Office Assistant: tflanagan@uchbg.org
Yvonne DuVal, Director of Music: yduval@uchbg.org
Cory Ness, DRE: cness@uchbg.org
(The staff at UCH will only contact you from the email addresses listed above. If you receive an email from a different address, please be wary of phishing or spam.)
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Sharing Your News
Email your submissions directly to Tavia Flanagan at tflanagan@uchbg.org with “News You Can UUse submission” in the subject line. Also, indicate how many weeks you would like it to run. You may attach one photo or graphic for consideration. The deadline for submissions is Wednesdays at 5:00 pm and we ask that notices be no longer than 200 words in length.
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Unitarian Church of Harrisburg
1280 Clover Lane Harrisburg, PA 17113
Phone: 717.564.4761
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