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Sunday, April 28
Generosity Joy Jam!
A Celebratory Pledge Sunday
Sunday, May 5
"Queer Migration"
Rev. Laura Smidzik
Sawyer Olson, Service Leader
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Sunday, April 21
"Celebrating Earth Day"
Rev. Laura Smidzik
Joey Hunter, Service Leader
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Name Choice Ballot Update
Save the Date! Spring Events
Spring Fling at Pilgrim House
April 27
May Pot Luck and Coffee House
May 4
Annual Meeting
May 14
Tree Planting Opportunity
May 15
April and May Congregational Forums
April Special Collection
Lemus Perez Family
April Worship Theme
The Gift of Interdependence
Women's Book Group
May 4
Sunday Evening Book Group
May 19
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Sunday Service April 28
10:30 am
Fridley Community Center and Zoom
Generosity Joy Jam!
A Celebratory Pledge Sunday
Chad Snyder, Commissioned Lay Minister
Come one, come all to the Generosity Joy Jam! What better way to celebrate our community and spirit of generosity that sustains it?
You should have received your 2024-2025 pledge information earlier this week. If for any reason you did not or if you have questions, please contact Colleen at office@msuu.org. We ask that everyone pledges by or on Generosity Joy Jam Sunday.
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Sunday Service May 5
10:30 am
Fridley Community Center and Zoom
"Queer Migration"
Rev. Laura Smidzik
Sawyer Olson, Service Leader
As hostile laws are adopted across the county, queer families and individuals are making their way to states like MN. We will paint a picture of what is happening, how the UUs are connected, and what we might do as a congregation to support the effort to find safety and sanctuary for those who are migrating to MN.
Photo Credit: By Ted Eytan - 2018.06.09 Capital Pride Parade, Washington, DC USA 03177, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=70076838
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PROGRAMS, EVENTS, and ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Name Choice Ballot Update
51 ballots have been received. Many thanks to those of you who voted!
If you haven't yet voted, please email your ballot to office@msuu.org as soon as possible. Your ballot must be received by us no later than close of business on Saturday, April 26th to be counted. (No exceptions, due to the impending annual meeting.)
As of April 24 we have received these ballots: ballots as of April 24.
Thank you!
Byron Johnson
Janice Sankot
Marie Phillips
Name Choice Task Force
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Save the Dates!
Spring Events
As we move into the spring here are important dates at MSUS to remember:
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April 28, 10:30 am Generosity Joy Jam! Fridley Community Center and Zoom
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May 14, 7:00 pm, Annual Meeting in person at Pilgrim House and on zoom.
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May 25, 7:00 pm, Spring Concert at Pilgrim House
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June 8, 7:00 pm, Delphi Concert at Pilgrim House
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June 13, 5:30 pm, Gather to march in the Fridley 49ers Parade
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Come watch MSUS Congregant, Mary West at a Wisdom Dances Earth Day Event
Saturday April 27, 9:15 am
Begins at East River Flats
360 E. River Parkway
A one-of-a-kind dance experience with live music traveling along the Mississippi River to bless the beginning of the growing season, honor the water, pray for peace, and spread joy.
Join Wisdom Dances, Mary West, Greg Herriges, and Eye of the Heart Center for Creative Contemplation for a roving dance and music celebration drawing from springtime dance traditions in the Balkans. You can join us at any stop, or for the entire route!
- 9:15 am – Opening celebration begins at East River Flats where we will honor the water that gives us life. 360 E. River Parkway
- 10:15 am – Dowling Community Garden. We will share some dances dedicated to planting, honoring bees, and evoking rain. 3207 South 37th Avenue
- 3rd stop: Wabun Picnic Area (in Minnehaha Regional Park). On this bluff we will dance for peace for all peoples. 4655 46th Avenue South
- Final stop: Hidden Falls. We will return the water to the river in gratitude. Time for some celebration dances! 1313 Hidden Falls Drive
Questions? Contact Mary West at marymargwest@gmail.com
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Save the Date!
Sat April 27, 4 pm
Spring Fling at Pilgrim House
Spring Fling at Pilgrim House featuring the music of The Maple Street Ramblers Dixieland Jazz
Sat April 27: 4:00 pm refreshments / 4:30 music / 5:30 supper
Pilgrim House invites MSUS to a Spring Fling for all ages with live music, food, and fun. Enjoy a lively concert of Dixieland jazz and good company.
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MSUS Potluck and Coffee House
Saturday, May 4
5:30 (Potluck), 6:30 (Coffee House- Hybrid)
In Person: Pilgrim House
Online: Our Zoom Room
Join us for the monthly MSUS at Pilgrim House for the monthly Pot Luck and Coffee House (the coffee house is hybrid too). All are invited to attend and perform. Contact Chad Snyder at chadasnyder@gmail.com if you want to perform.
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2024 Annual Meeting
Tuesday, May 14, 7pm
Pilgrim House or Zoom
Save the date of May 14 for the 2024 MSUS annual meeting. You'll want to attend as it is an opportunity for the congregation to hear highlights and accomplishments of the past year and to conduct church business. This year's meeting will include an update regarding the potential name change.
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Tree Planting Opportunity
May 15, 5:30-8pm
Crosby Farm Regional Park
The Action and Justice Team is planning opportunities for the congregation to participate in several hands on environmental events in the next year. The first event is tree planting at Crosby Farm Regional Park on May 16th from 5:30 - 8:00 pm. This event is coordinated by Great River Greening. Contact Laurie Young if you are interested in signing up for this event.
Here is a description of the event from their website.
“Join Great River Greening for an evening at Crosby Farm Regional Park. Volunteers will plant 150 bareroot bur oak, white oak, and chokecherry seedlings into newly open areas that have been cleared of invasive buckthorn. Volunteers can expect an easy flat walk from parking to work areas and facilities. This is a family-friendly event. Volunteers of all age: and backgrounds are encouraged to attend. No previous knowledge or experience is necessary, we will provide the training and tools required. There will also be light snacks and extra water available, however, please bring your own reusable water bottle and any additional snacks you may need.”
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Photo Gallery Update
MSUS Volunteers at SACA
MSUS volunteers - 11 of the 14 who packed over 4000 pounds of food at Southern Anoka Community Assistance (SACA) Food Shelf.
Additional photos can be seen at msuu.org/photos
Photo credit: Katie Johnson
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April and May Congregational Forums
This Sunday is the Generosity Joy Jam so we will not be holding a Congregational Forum. May 26's forum is cancelled due to the Memorial Day holiday. We will let you know of upcoming forums when they are scheduled.
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April Worship Theme: The Gift of Interdependence
"Interdependence. We honor the interdependent web of all existence.
We covenant to cherish Earth and all beings by creating and nurturing relationships of care and respect. With humility and reverence, we acknowledge our place in the great web of life, and we work to repair harm and damaged relationships."
- from Soul Matters 2023-24 Themes & Article II Connections
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April Special Donation
The Lemus Perez Family
A family from Guatemala that was separated at the border under the Trump administration. The family was reunited and are in the US for three years with the status of humanitarian parole. MSUS in partnership with the Unitarian Universalist Church of Minnetonka are supporting the family by providing groceries, transportation, household items, and winter clothing. We are also connecting them with services to get medical insurance, dental care, and tax preparation assistance.
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MSUS Women's Book Group
May 4, 9:30 am
Online: Our Zoom Room
Book selected: "New and Selected Poems, Volume 2", by Mary Oliver
The MSUS Women's Book Group is a gathering of female (identifying as female/feminine, LGBTQ+ inclusive)) members and friends who meet the first Saturday of each month to discuss books written by female identified authors. The group alternates between fiction and non-fiction works recommended by one or more of the group members. Contact Pat Ferrian (ferri004@gmail.com) to be added to the email list.
Meetings are held online via ZOOM, 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Unless otherwise noted, use the “Our Zoom Room” (Yellow Button) on the msuu.org home page.
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Sunday Evening Book Group
May 19, 7 pm
Doug & Michele’s
Everyone is welcome to arrive early for a garden tour. We’ll be ready for visitors by 5 p.m. and it will be light until at least 8 pm.
Books that could be read for discussion of Artificial Intelligence.
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