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‘Tis the season again for possible snow and icy conditions in Black Mountain and the surrounding areas! Should it become necessary to cancel scheduled Sunday services due to inclement weather, an email
blast will go out to all Members and Friends of UUCSV by 8:00 a.m. on Sunday morning notifying us of the cancellation. Let’s hope that Mother Nature doesn’t preclude us from missing any Sunday mornings
together this Winter Season!
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IN THE SANCTUARY
Sunday, December 10, 2023
The Self-Centered Self
Rev. Michael J S Carter
If we are honest with ourselves, we realize that in life and in truth that there are people who are egotistical and self–centered. There is no doubt about this. They may not even realize this, but it is there. One definition of the term ego is described as a person’s sense of self-esteem or self-importance. For instance, if you say someone has a “big ego,” then you are saying he or she is too full of him or herself. In psychoanalytic theory, the ego is the part of the mind that mediates between the conscious and the unconscious and is responsible for reality testing and a sense of personal identity. To be self-centered is to be preoccupied with oneself and one’s affairs. And there is such a thing as a "healthy ego." This sense of self is quite attainable; however, takes work. Let's explore.
Second Sundays: Andy Reed and Eileen Kennedy, voice; Sue Stone, guitar; Linda Metzner, piano
Greeters: Constance Rosato & Elizabeth Wallace
Can't make it? Live stream our service, or watch anytime at https://www.youtube.com/@uucsvproductions/streams
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RE (Religious Education)
at UUCSV with Susan E. Hicks
This week in children's RE we’ll watch and discuss the animated short Day & Night. When Day encounters Night, they are frightened and suspicious of each
other. But, as they come to realize that each has unique qualities with
different perspectives on the same world, they develop friendship and a
respect for each other.
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Next week – December 17, 2023
The First Half & The Second Half of Life
Rev. Michael J S Carter
It’s been said that everyone wants to live long but no one wants to get old. Carl Jung was once quoted as saying that, “The greatest and most important problems of life are fundamentally unsolvable. They can never be solved, only outgrown.”
Carl Jung also said that life has two halves. The first half is devoted to forming a healthy ego. The second half of life is going inward and letting go of it. In my experience, the first half of life is just about finding the starting line. It’s a warm up but not the entire journey. It’s the raft but not the shore.
We know about this journey from the voices who have been there. This morning I'd like to take some time to listen to those voices.
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News from UUCSV Groups & Committees | |
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Social Action Committee Sock Drive
The Social Action Committee is sponsoring a sock drive. We are collecting new, warm and comfortable socks for homeless men and women. Please bring your donations to church on the next two Sundays, December 10th and/or the 17th.
Why socks?
- They help keep feet warm and comfortable.
- They help prevent blisters, cuts, infections.
- Good socks are rarely found at Goodwill or other clothes closets.
These socks will go to the AHOPE Day Center in Asheville, part of Homeward
Bound. AHOPE’s goal is to help the homeless move toward some kind of
permanent housing. They provide showers, a mailing address, storage facilities
and phones. In addition, they provide some of the daily necessities for those who are in the process of stabilizing their living situation.
Living on the streets is hard on the feet! Please help.
Thank you.
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Last Chance to Claim Lost & Found Items
Sunday, December 10, 2023
This Sunday, December 10, 2023, will be your last chance to claim lost & found items displayed on the table in the portico. Unclaimed items will be donated to Goodwill on Monday, December 11, 2023.
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Coffee Station/Kitchen Cleanup!
Recently, we have found used dish towels, large plastic black lawn bags, plastic utensils from take-out restaurants, plastic cups and a bottle of wine in our kitchen. Given the size and small storage space available, collecting these items makes it difficult for our coffee hour hosts to do their preparation and clean up. Please consider taking used dish towels to Goodwill, asking restaurants to keep their plastic utensils, giving your large place bags to someone who is moving, saving your plastic cups for your next party, and collecting your beverages after potlucks. Thank you for your consideration and be sure to thank your coffee hour and potluck hosts!
~Carolyn Shorkey, Coffee Hour Host Coordinator and Kitchen Supply Purchaser
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Safety Committee Notice
Extending an invitation to all those willing and able to participate in a Safety Training Course, administered by Sargent Kevin Fineberg/BMPD. The program will present a variety of potential conflict scenarios coupled with a group resolution approach.
If you would like to participate in the training, lease contact Fletcher Walch @ 336-688-5006 or by email (fwalch@apexical.com).
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Out of Office Reminder
Michael Donnan - Office Manager
I will be out of the office from November 29 - December 9, 2023. I will be performing my regular office duties remotely and checking email daily.
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Member & Community Activities | |
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Christmas Eve Service UPDATE
There will be no beverage service or cookie reception offered after the Christmas Eve Service.
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Contact Information:
Church office: (828) 669-8050
Michael Donnan:
Office Manager Hours: Tuesday & Thursday
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Rev. Michael J S Carter:
(Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
Rev. Carter is available for pastoral care in the church office or virtually via Zoom or Skype. Please email Rev. Michael J S Carter to schedule an appointment.
The deadline for submissions to The Current is Tuesday at 12:00 p.m., please send yours to admin@uusv.org. For more information and guidelines on submissions for our newsletters, website, online calendar, social media, Order of Service, and member news, please see our Publishing Guidelines.
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