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Black History Month Event this Saturday, February 9: Black Market from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Showers City Hall Council Chambers
This event will feature a coalition of organizations, black-owned businesses, black creators, and artists, creating a space that affirms people of color in the community, and a space for local talent, business owners, and groups to share information and sell goods. The Black History Month "Black Market" pays homage to the original Black Market in Bloomington that was firebombed on December 26, 1968. Find more events here: City of Bloomington Black History Month Calendar. -- Ruth Aydt, Racial Justice Task Force
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Sunday, February 12
10:15 a.m.
Being Each Other’s Valentine
Reverend Connie Grant
Reverend Emily Manvel Leite
Music by Carrie Newcomer
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Please Consider Wearing a Mask
While masks are optional, because COVID continues to pose risks to vulnerable members of our church community, we hope you will consider wearing a mask while in our building. We have masks available if you forget yours!
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9:30 a.m. Membership Book Signing
Library
Have you attended Exploring UU and plan to join membership? Did you attend a virtual Membership Ceremony and miss signing the Membership Book? If so, please RSVP for the book signing on February 12 at 9:30 am. Signing the membership book is a significant symbolic act in our tradition that actively marks one's affinity with our faith. I am so grateful to help facilitate this important moment and hope you will join us. Please RSVP and/or direct any questions to Anabel Watson, Connections Coordinator, at connect@uubloomington.org.
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Reproductive Justice Bake Sale Leftovers Sale
Did you miss ordering a cookie box or snack box from the Siding With Love bake sale this year? Don't worry, we'll have leftovers available for sale after the service this Sunday!
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12:00 p.m. Article II Discussion Continues
Fellowship Hall
Join us this Sunday after the service as we continue our exploration of the proposed changes to Article II of the Unitarian Universalist Association's Bylaws. The latest revision can be found in the Article II Study Commission's report to the UUA Board of Trustees, along with our current Article II wording. You may also view a copy of this report on display in the new Children & Youth Library in Room 106. On the 12th, we will focus on comparing the two versions, noticing what has changed and what remains. Refreshments will be served, childcare will be available.
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YRUU (High School Youth Group) February 12
All high school youth are invited to join us for games and discussion this Sunday from 12 to 1:30 in Room 210. Baked potatoes with toppings will be available for lunch. We'd love to see you there!
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1:00 p.m. UU Freethinkers
Room 208 (and on Zoom)
The UU Freethinkers will meet at 1:00 p.m. this Sunday (note the later than usual start time, so that people can attend the Article II discussion). In person in Room 208 at the church, with an option to join online. Please contact Ann Watzel or Harold Ogren for the Zoom link.
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3:00 p.m. WHAT'S NEXT?
A panel Q&A and discussion hosted by our Hope for Prisoners Task Force
Meeting Room
Join us for a community discussion about the future of incarceration in Monroe County, this Sunday at 3:00 p.m. The event will be livestreamed and archived at uubloomington.org/live-stream.
Panelists: Jennifer Crossley, County Councilwoman; Marilyn Grimes, Director of Courage to Change; Jordan McIntire, Director of New Leaf New Life; and Kyle Dugger, Public Defender
With the ongoing work of the Community Justice Response Committee, Sheriff Marté, County Council and County Commissioners, it is important that the larger community be part of the conversation. This event will share the work of organizations who provide services and support that prevent incarceration and also help people upon release.
Invite friends - share the Facebook event
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Red Cross Community Blood Drive
in Fellowship Hall
Thursday, February 16, 9 am - 3 pm
To sign up online for a time slot to give blood, visit redcrossblood.org.
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Heartland String Band Practice
Third Thursdays in Fellowship Hall, 6 pm
This month: February 16
The Heartland String Band, a part of our music program, plays old-time and Celtic music as well as folk songs. Dulcimers, fiddles, cellos, pennywhistles, guitars, banjos, mandolins, even accordions -- all lovers of this music are welcome to join in!
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Being a Delegate to the UUA General Assembly
Sunday, February 19, 12:00 p.m. in the Library
Have you ever wondered what it is like to go to the annual Unitarian Universalist Association's General Assembly (GA), either in person or virtually? Want to have a say in larger denominational affairs? Interested in becoming a GA delegate for this church but are not sure how?
Come to an informal GA Forum next Sunday, Feb 19, 12:00-1:00 in the Library to learn more about GA and the delegate process. Former GA delegates from our church will talk a little bit about their experiences with GA, both in person and virtual, and what it means to be a delegate. Then the floor will be opened up to questions. Board members will also be present to answer questions about how this year's delegates will be selected. We hope you will join us! More info: uua.org/ga. This year's GA will be June 21 - 25, 2023 online or in-person in Pittsburgh, PA.
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Tea with Ministers and Friends
4th Wednesdays, 3-4 pm, in the Library
This month: February 22
We invite you to come over to the church on 4th Wednesdays from 3-4 p.m. to share a cup of tea. Enter at the office or portico entrance and join us in the library for an hour of fellowship and conversation. Reverend Emily and Reverend Connie will be there, and other staff may also drop by.
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Upcoming Religious Education Offerings
Additional offerings are listed on our Registration page.
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Shambhala Meditation
Mondays at Noon, February 6 - March 20
Join Sarah Flint for an hour of Shambhala Meditation, with a break during the hour for walking meditation and Shamatha yoga. Beginners welcome; Zoom option available. Register here.
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A Journey through Unitarian Universalist History
Saturday, February 18, 10 am - 3 pm
A one-day workshop led by Stuart Yoak. Register here.
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21-Day Racial Equity Challenge
Please register to receive the link to the challenge as well as updates, notices of upcoming events, and additional resources.
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Writing as a Spiritual Practice, A Drop-in Group on Zoom with Reverend Barbara Child
Tuesdays 1-2 p.m., January 10 - February 28
A journey of personal exploration through writing in community. Click here for a full description of how the group works. You will need to register online to get the Zoom link - Sign up here.
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Donation Requests from our Social Justice Task Forces | | |
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Calling All Chili & Soup Makers!
Sign up by this Sunday, February 12
The Habitat Task Force is sponsoring its winter Chili & Soup Fundraiser again to help finance an affordable Habitat for Humanity home for a local family. We are asking for contributions of all types of chili and soup – meat, vegetarian, and vegan.
Sign Up Here to Make Chili or Soup
We will supply cooks with 5-cup containers available at UU. Orders will be taken online from Feb. 13 to 28 for pick up or delivery on Saturday, March 4. We will also sell take-home soup and chili after the March 5 service in Fellowship Hall. Contact Barb Berggoetz with any questions.
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Warm Sock Collection
It's cold outside! Please consider donating warm socks to those experiencing homelessness in Bloomington and Monroe County. Socks may be left in the bins near the Portico entrance, on the north side of the church. Thank you! -- UUCB Homelessness Taskforce
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Hope for Prisoners Task Force Book Collection
The Hope for Prisoners Task Force is collecting books for the women incarcerated at the Rockville prison – one of Indiana’s maximum security facilities. New or used, hardcover or paperback, fiction or non-fiction, romance, mystery, self-help, spiritual, humor, law, science, lgbtq, westerns, etc. poetry... Look for our collection box throughout the year on or under the Social Justice table in the main entry hallway.
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February food donation request: Canned FRUIT
Like sunshine in winter! Canned fruit is our featured food for the month of February. Please keep up your generous support and place your fruit donations in the bins on the north side of the church. As always, thank you from the UU Hunger Task Force.
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Your Welcoming Energy Needed on Sunday Mornings
Help further a radically welcoming and inclusive community by volunteering on Sunday mornings! Join the mailing lists for Java Crew, Greeters, or Flame Keepers to stay up-to-date on opportunities, actively contribute to our thriving congregation, and share the joy of hospitality with fellow congregants, both old-timers and newcomers. Your help is valuable and so appreciated! Questions? Email connect@uubloomington.org.
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Pandemic Guidelines
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Masks are optional at all church activities and events, including worship services.
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Food and drinks may now be served at church events regardless of the size of the group.
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Coffee hour is back in Fellowship Hall. We will continue to offer space in the courtyard during Coffee Hour as weather permits.
The NEST working group will continue to monitor the status of COVID in our local community and adjust guidelines in accordance with the community risk level -- questions can be directed to Jane McLeod.
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COVID-19 Vaccination News
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Masthead photo by Mandy Skinner. | |
Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington, Indiana
Mailing Address: PO Box 8132, Bloomington, Indiana 47407
Church mobile phone: 812-287-9615
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