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Sunday, January 26 9:45 am and 11:15 am

"Carnations and Velvet" – Rev. Amy Beltaine

When the future looks bleak, we need stories of revolution and restoration. Amy will share stories from her adopted country where the Carnation Revolution ended a dictatorship, and other times and places where the people restored dignity and democracy in the face of hardship.


About our guest speaker: Reverend Amy Beltaine provides a UU ministry of spiritual mentoring through individual and group appointments. Helping friends and family of the oppressed to break open instead of being broken by the pain in the world. When (spouse) Hawthorne and Amy are not pulling their little home behind them they are at home in Portugal. A graduate of Meadville Lombard School for the Ministry, Amy is on the coordinating committee of the UU Spiritual Directors’ Network and chair of the Spiritual Direction program at Cherry Hill Seminary. Amy is a nearly life-long earth-honoring Process Pan-en-theist...and... aspires to become a Love-Ninja. Connect with Amy at http://amybeltaine.info.

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Religious Education & Youth: January 26

The 2024-25 Religious Education and Youth Program continues this Sunday, January 26 during the 9:45 service.

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Help Lucille Celebrate!

This Sunday, January 26, there will be cake during Coffee Hour to celebrate Lucille Rock’s 90th birthday!


Lucille says, “Come celebrate the many years Eliot Chapel has been part of my 90 years of life. My late husband and I found Eliot when we moved to St. Louis in 1968. Our children, Gail and Jerry, benefited so much from Sunday school and teen activities. Through the many years Eliot has been a place that enriched my life with services, activities, and always with love and caring.”



Happy Birthday, Lucille!

Chalice Choir Returns!

Great news! Chalice Choir returns next month for children and youth. Rehearsals begin at 9:00 am on February 23. Please contact Melinda Monroe and Nancy Spargo directly at chalicechoir@eliotchapel.org if your child/youth wishes to participate or if you would like more information.

Save the Date for Eliot's Annual Talent Show!

Calling all artists, musicians, comedians and performers! Eliot's annual

Talent Show will be from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Saturday, March 8. We are welcoming submissions of visual art this year and will enjoy paintings, sculptures, photography, and more at a dessert reception in Adams Hall following the Talent Show. 

If you would like to submit a piece of art or be considered for a spot in the Talent Show, please stop by the table after Coffee Hour on January 26 and February 2 and 9, or send an email to talentshow@eliotchapel.org. Preference for performers will be given to those who did not participate last year.

Greeter Training

Greeter training that was postponed due to weather earlier in the month has been rescheduled to Sunday, February 2 from 12:45 to 1:45 pm, in person and in Room 001. The agenda was emailed this week. Feel free to bring your cup of coffee or other drink to the meeting. If you haven't responded or need to change your original RSVP, please email greeterinfo@eliotchapel.org or text or call either CJ Potts or Sue Lunnemann.

Cosmology in Concert

Last week’s guest speaker JD Stillwater is teaming up with Peter Mayer ("Blue Boat Home," "Holy Now") this Saturday, January 25 to present an evening of science and music. The event will be live-streamed. Get more information here.

Child Dedications: Sunday, May 4

A much-loved ritual in Unitarian Universalist congregations is the welcoming and dedication of infants and young children as part of a Sunday worship service. We are currently planning to include this ritual on Sunday, May 4 during the 9:45 am service.


Families where one or both parents or caregivers are actively participating as members of Eliot Chapel are invited to consider participation and to talk with Rev. Krista Taves about the meaning of the ceremony. 


For more information about the ceremony, Eliot membership, or to set up a meeting with Rev. Krista, please send an email to Scott Stewart at scott@eliotchapel.org no later than April 1.

LIVING LEGENDS AT ELIOT CHAPEL PRESENTS

The Five Stages of an Actor

Saturday, February 22 | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm | Eliot Sanctuary


"The Five Stages of an Actor" is a one-man, one-act show written for Joneal Joplin by Jennifer Joplin. There will be a reception in Eliot Chapel’s Adams Hall following the performance.


Jop has been a professional actor for almost 60 years. His career has spanned most of the entertainment fields including stage, screen, radio, television, opera, and puppets. He has appeared in over 250 productions in the St. Louis area including 103 at The Rep and 67 at The Muny. Some favorite roles; “Buffalo Bill” in Indians, “Willie Loman” in Death of a Salesman, “Lear” in King Lear, “Doolittle” in My Fair Lady, “Captain Smith” in Titanic, and “Don Quixote” in Man of La Mancha. 


Living Legends is a series of Saturday afternoon events to bring together and enrich the community, drawing from well-known personalities and groups. Proceeds benefit Eliot Chapel. Buy your tickets today!

Adult Enrichment at Eliot Chapel

Eliot’s Adult Enrichment program is here! Our new and improved offerings are designed to explore our faith, deepen our spiritual growth, and expand our communal practices. Five areas of focus – Unitarian Universalism, Spiritual Growth, Stages of Life, Social Justice, and Community Building – provide a multitude of opportunities throughout the year. Explore all the offerings and sign up for the ones that interest you the most! 

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Great Adult Enrichment Opportunities Are Now Available

Many adult enrichment offerings are beginning soon and registration is open. All offer unique opportunities to enrich your spiritual life at Eliot.

Equity on the Rocks

JANUARY 26

Join fellow UUs and spiritual seekers as we gather at the Missouri History Museum to explore local LGBTQ+ history and discuss the new Unitarian Universalist "Shared Value of Equity" with good drinks and good company.

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On Tyranny Book Study Group

STARTS FEBRUARY 9

Read and discuss The New York Times bestselling book On Tyranny, written by the world-renowned Yale historian Timothy Snyder; then help formulate recommendations for Eliot's own resistance plan. Group is limited to10 people and we've opened a waitlist.


So You Think You Can Preach!

STARTS MARCH 3

If you’ve ever dreamt of standing at the pulpit offering an inspirational message, this is your chance: So You Think You Can Preach!

Learn more about the offerings in the

Adult Enrichment section of our website.

Welcome to the Eliot Chapel Volunteer Village!

What village? The village it takes to raise a church! We all want our beloved church to thrive and grow. To do so, we need many villagers who will share the work. Maybe you prefer the geese analogy suggested at the worship service on Ingathering Sunday: “Sharing leadership, taking care of the fallen, and honking from behind.” Regardless, it is imperative that everyone steps up to bring Eliot Chapel forward and there are so many ways to participate. Sign up to be part of it, then grab a gold volunteer sticker in Adams Hall for your name tag! If you're interested, check out the possibilities or ask questions at volunteervillage@eliotchapel.org.

Let’s Shine the Spotlight on Our Treasured Volunteers!

You know someone you want to recognize for their volunteer efforts on behalf of Eliot Chapel. Nominate this person today for The Volunteer Spotlight! Think about that person who does so much for our church and congregation and who you would like to see get a “group hug of gratitude” for giving their time and talent to make our church a better place. Fill out a simple nomination form and let the hugs begin!

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Sunday, January 26

Nursery – opens at 9:30 am

First Worship Service – 9:45 am in the Sanctuary

Coffee Hour – 10:45 am in Adams Hall following first service

Second Worship Service – 11:15 am in the Sanctuary

Starting Point – 11:15 am in Room 006

Coffee Hour – 12:15 pm in Adams Hall following second service

Positive Psychology Covenant Group – 12:30 pm in the Susan Frederick-Gray Room

Pastoral Care Associates Meeting – 12:45 pm in Room 001

Coffee, Conversation, and Connections – 1:30 pm via Zoom


Monday, January 27

A Course in Miracles Study Group – 1:30 pm in the Susan Frederick-Gray Room

Parents as Spiritual Guides – 7:00 pm in Room 006


Tuesday, January 28

Vigil for Hope & Healing – 4:00 pm on the front lawn

222 Argonne Team Meeting 7:00 pm in the Library

Immigration Justice Team Meeting – 7:00 pm in Adams Hall


Thursday, January 30

Money as Spiritual Practice – 6:30 pm via Zoom


Friday, January 31

Friday Freethinkers – 10:00 am in Room 001

Planning a meeting or event? Check the calendar and then start with our Meeting Space Reservation Form! Group leaders, have you set up an area for your group in Realm? You have a secure place to chat and share documents and photos. Contact Debby Lovell to set up your group.

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Bergfried Winter Warmup

The Bergfried Winter Warmup and Potluck Party will be held on Saturday, January 25 in Adams Hall (and at a firepit or two outside).

 

All are welcome! We will gather around 5:00 pm and start our meal around 6:00 pm. We'll have singing and guitar playing around the indoor 'fire' in the Garden Room, and s'mores outside at the firepits. Socializing and enjoying the party will be continuous and who knows, maybe we'll even have a speech or two! Please email bergfriedinfo@eliotchapel.org to register.

Women’s Weekend Retreat Planning

There will be a planning meeting for the 2025 Women’s Weekend Retreat this Sunday, January 26 at 12:45 pm in the Du Bois Library. We will discuss the price increase for this year and plan workshops for the retreat that takes place May 16 to 18. Interested parties are encouraged to attend.

SPARC: Equity on the Rocks

Join fellow UUs and spiritual seekers this Sunday, January 26 at 2:00 pm as we gather at the Missouri History Museum for a group trip to the Gateway to Pride LGBTQIA+ History exhibit. Then head over to a private happy hour to discuss the exhibit, what struggles these communities still face today, and how our new(ish) shared value of Equity can guide our hearts and our actions to show up for our LGBTQIA+ beloveds in a post-Trump election world. We will have wine and non-alcoholic drinks available. READ MORE



Join us for

Vigil for Hope & Healing

Tuesday, January 28

at 4:00 pm in front of Eliot Chapel.



Why We Still Stand in Weekly Vigil

Can You Hear Them?

The voices. The voices of millions of people. Old, young, babies. Pleading for one chance – just one – to live free, in peace, with their loved ones. Here in our town, our city, our state. Our brothers and sisters of all colors and religions. They need our solidarity. Trump 2.0 is less than 3 days old and has already destroyed the hope of those here – even some born here – and those who long to come. 


You can help. You can learn more, give a can of food, drive a child to a dental appointment, babysit so dad can work, even translate at the grocery or drug store. Or so many other possibilities. To learn about what's possible and help Eliot make its commitment to welcome the stranger, come to the Immigrant Justice Team meeting on Tuesday, January 28, at 7:00 pm in Adams Hall, or join our Zoom meeting (see Eliot on Zoom for details). Coming costs you nothing, commits you to nothing, offers useful information about the issues, and opens a host of opportunities to do a little bit of good with some of the friendliest people in our congregation. Please come. You will feel better for it. And so will our neighbors.  

ECNS Parenting Workshop – Picky Eating

Wednesday, January 29 | 6:00 - 7:00 pm in Adams Hall

Eliot Chapel Nursery School invites Eliot families to this important workshop. Picky eating can be one of parents' most frustrating challenges, but it doesn’t have to be a constant battle. In this session, we’ll explore practical strategies for creating a calm, enjoyable, and nutritious mealtime environment for both parents and children. Explore key topics and leave with the tools to foster a more peaceful approach to mealtimes and empower your child to develop a positive relationship with food. Hear from Licensed Professional Counselor Marisa Gelfand. RSVP here.

Leading with Love Leadership Series Feb 15, Mar 1, Apr 26

Eliot Chapel Trivia Night April 25

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Sunday, February 2 9:45 am and 11:15 am

With Love at the Center, What Matters and What Really Doesn't? Rev. Krista Taves

When we choose to live with Love at the Center, we have the ultimate tool for deciding what we need to hold onto and fight for, and what needs to be let go of so that we are free.

ourEliot promotes and enables healthy communications as promised to one another through the Congregational Covenant. If you have a compliment, suggestion, or concern that is important to communicate to a responsible party, please email ourEliot@eliotchapel.org.

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