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2024 Apr 14 | Spring #4

We livestream our in-person worship on Zoom.

Upcoming Worship

IN-PERSON WORSHIP & LIVESTREAM

Sun Apr 14, 10:00am “Engaging the Spirit of Life” ~ Rev. Kimberley Debus

Rev. Kimberley is a part of our 2023-2024 interim ministry team.

Our Sunday worship is in the sanctuary. Religious Exploration (RE): K-6th grade classes meet; 7th-9th grade Coming of Age class meets. Childcare is available starting at 9:45.

To join the worship livestream, log in to: bit.ly/CUUC-Worship, or phone in (audio only): 646-876-9923. Webinar: 761 321 991, Passcode: 468468

After worship the Board of Trustees will hold an Open House in Fellowship Hall & Zoom to review our progress toward 2023-2024 goals, and answer questions. Membership hosts a lunch in Room 11 for newcomers who’d like to learn more about Unitarian Universalism and our CUUC community. And at 11:45am, in Fellowship Hall & Zoom 6161, we’ll share the current draft of our congregation covenant and invite feedback.

Those attending online are welcome to use our Virtual Coffee House Zoom space, bit.ly/CUUC-CoffeeHour, to connect with one another after worship.

IN-PERSON WORSHIP & LIVESTREAM

Sun Apr 21, 10:00am “Anything is Possible” ~ Rev. Danielle Lindstrom

Rev. Danielle is CUUC’s ministerial candidate.

To join the Sunday Worship livestream: bit.ly/CUUC-Worship

or phone in (audio only): 646-876-9923. Webinar: 761 321 991, Passcode: 468468

Those livestreaming the service are welcome to connect with one another in our Virtual Coffee Hour Zoom space after worship, bit.ly/CUUC-CoffeeHour, or phone (audio only): 929-436-2866. Meeting ID: 336 956 2210, Passcode: 468468.

Messages from Ministry

From the Religious Educator

Sun Apr 14: K-9th Grade Classes Meet

K-1st Grade Class (Rm 33, Yellow Hallway)

Laura S and Enid P are leading session 13 from Creating Home, "Our Worship Home." They will also explore ideas for a class presentation during RE Sunday, May 12th.

2nd-3rd Grade Class (Rm 43, Green Hallway)

Norm H and Amy C are leading the lesson on Unitarian Universalism. They will also explore ideas for a class presentation during RE Sunday, May 12th.

4th-6th Grade Class (Rm 41, Green Hallway)

Amy N and Matt D are leading class where they will explore why people they have learned about and others become Unitarian Universalists. They will also explore ideas for a class presentation during RE Sunday, May 12th.

7th-9th Grade COA Class Meets (Rm 14, Red Hallway)

Tracy B and Gail J begin talking with the youth about credo statements. We will watch past youth reading their statements and discuss what they liked about them, what they wish they heard more about, and ideas for their own statements.

*After class, Rev. Kimberley meets with youth to talk about CUUC membership.

After RE/Worship this Sunday

Parents/Caregivers, there are several activities happening after RE/worship this Sunday and childcare will be extended. Teachers and activity leaders will move children between activities while adults attend the newcomer lunch or Board open house. Read the RE newsletter for more information.

Upcoming RE Schedule - Updated!

We adjusted the RE schedule so teachers and leaders can attend worship when our minister candidate is with us April 21st and 28th. Click here for the updated schedule.

RE Families Meet the Candidate

Fri Apr 26, 5:45-7:15pm, Fellowship Hall

RE families are invited to meet the minister candidate. We will enjoy an evening of games, pizza, and community. Childcare will be provided. At 7:15pm, the candidate will meet with RE Collaborative leads.

Read the weekly Religious Exploration newsletter for information about these and other activities for children, youth, and families.

Congregation & Community News

Meet Our Ministerial Candidate

Rev. Danielle Lindstrom comes to CUUC from the Olympia Brown UU Church in Racine, WI, where she has been the settled minister since 2021. Before that, she was minister at the Beacon UU Congregation in Troy, MI, and she has served the UU Church of Davis, CA, and the First UU Society of Newton, MA. She has a Master of Divinity (Cum Laude) from the Boston University School of Theology. Before entering seminary, she worked at the John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids, MI, and earned a BA in anthropology. Rev. Danielle will visit CUUC from April 20 to 28 for “Candidating Week.” There will be both committee meetings and informal opportunities to meet her, as well as two Sunday services that she will lead. After the April 28 service, a congregational meeting will be held for CUUC Members to vote to “call” Rev. Danielle as our next minister. The Search Committee asks all Members to attend the congregational meeting on April 28 (in person or on Zoom) and PLEASE wear name tags at ALL candidating week events!

Board Open House

Board of Trustees Open House Sun Apr 14, 11:15pm, Fellowship Hall, Zoom 6161: bit.ly/CUUC-Zoom-6161)

The Board will share updates about our progress toward 2023-2024 goals, listen to your feedback, and answer any questions. Grab a cup of coffee and join us! Contact: Creighton Cray (creighton.cray@gmail.com);

Covenant Draft Review

CUUC Covenant Draft Review, Sun Apr 14, 11:45pm, Fellowship Hall, Zoom 6161

The Covenant Drafting Team has created the first draft of our congregation Covenant! There will be an opportunity for feedback this Sunday immediately after the Board Open House. Additionally, we have a Google Response Form available at bit.ly/CUUC-Covenant-Draft-1 (or scan the QR code) for you to submit responses online to the draft. Covenant Response Questions:

What do you love, or like, about this covenant?
Is there anything challenging for you about this covenant? Something you might change?
Is there anything missing from this covenant?

The Drafting Team looks forward to conversations about the draft Covenant for feedback and suggestions.

Newcomers Lunch

Newcomers Lunch, Sun April 14, immediately after service, Room 11 (red hallway, up steps)

Are you new to CUUC or do you feel new to CUUC? Did we miss you when we had a social gathering for Newcomers in November? If yes, please join us for lunch. This is an opportunity to learn about CUUC, Unitarian Universalism, and our community. You are invited to attend even if you have attended the newcomers' shorter conversation meetings. We expect to end no later than 12:30pm. If you have children and need to leave earlier, please let us know so we can accommodate you. Grab a drink from coffee service and join us for lunch. Please RSVP so we can plan for food and let us know if you will need childcare. Contact: Mary Cavallero (marycava4@gmail.com)

Donate Your Used Eclipse Glasses

Donate so kids in Central America can experience their upcoming eclipse in August. You won't need them for 20 years, and if you save them you won't be able to find them! Just drop them in the box in the lobby. Contact: John Cavallero (jcwpny@gmail.com)

Busy Week Ahead

The CUUC building and parking lot will be rented by a TV production crew next week. If you have any congregation business and can accomplish it virtually instead of physically coming to 468 Rosedale, we'd be grateful!

Volunteer Day at Furniture Sharehouse

CUUC Volunteer Day at Furniture Sharehouse, Sat Apr 20, 10:00am-12:00pm, Building #3 Airport Road, Westchester County Airport, White Plains

Furniture Sharehouse provides free furniture to economically disadvantaged individuals and families living in Westchester County, giving them the basic furnishings they need to live with dignity. Many times the recipients are victims of domestic violence rebuilding their lives. The CUUC Hunger and Homelessness team invites you to support the organization’s good works and put our congregation’s mission into action by joining them for two hours of volunteering for various tasks, from checking if a lamp works to rearranging light furniture. All ability levels are welcome and needed, including accompanied children ages 15 and older. Questions? Contact Scott Damashek (scottdamashek@gmail.com).

Support Our Meal Crew

Love to feed people? Have we got opportunities for you! We have a Community Brunch on Sun Apr 21 to wrap up our Canvass, to celebrate our first weekend with our candidate minister, Rev Danielle Lindstrom, and to feed folks before our Spring Concert. To help out, sign up at: bit.ly/CUUC-Brunch-SignUp.

To volunteer for the weekly Meals for HOPE crew, sign up at: bit.ly/CUUC-HOPE-Cooking-Sign-up. Note to those who want to help but are unable to come on our usual Mondays, we will have a special opportunity to cook for HOPE on Sun Apr 28.

Spring Concert

Music at CUUC Concert: “Coming Together in Music,” Sun Apr 21, 12:30 pm, In Person and Live-Streamed @ bit.ly/Music-at-CUUC

Our spring concert will feature a number of instrumental and vocal ensembles performing an exciting variety of musical styles from Classical and Jazz, to Folk, Popular, and Broadway. Featuring CUUC Music Director Adam Kent at the piano, and the CUUC Choir, directed by Lisa N. Meyer with accompanist Georgianna Pappas. Suggested Donation: $20 | $10 Seniors and Students | $45 Families. Scan the QR Code or go to https://bit.ly/cuucwp_donate and select Music at CUUC in the dropdown menu to donate.

Annual Giving Campaign

A BIG THANK YOU to those who have increased your annual pledge 5% to account for inflation! With 2 weeks to go, though, we have only received pledges for 40% of what we need for next fiscal year. We still need to raise about $275,000 to reach our goal. We need everyone's participation in order to reach our goal, so please return your pledge form as soon as possible. Forms are also available at CUUC and online at cuucwp.org/giving. To inspire your giving, view the compelling testimonials given during worship from three dedicated CUUC members - Chris Kortlandt (at 15:10), Al Rocchi (09:27), and Alex Sehdeva (47:20) - who shared why they give. Jessica Lidh will be speaking this Sun Apr 14 and Neil Marchi on Sun Apr 21, followed by a Canvass Brunch. Contact any Canvass Team member if you have questions. ~ Drew Swiss, Carolyn Hanson, and Chris Kortlandt

Updating the Online Member Directory

Next week we will update the settings on our Online Member Directory so that Members can see the email, address, and phone of all other Members. If you want any of these items to be unlisted for you, contact admin@cucwp.org by Mon Apr 15.

CUUC Members, have 2 minutes? Please log in to the Online Member Directory (onrealm.org/CUUC/signin), put in your unique password (or follow prompts to reset), and check that your contact information is up to date. If a change is needed, you can type it in, or email Pam Parker (admin@cucwp.org) in the office, or see Jane Dixon (lilrhodie@gmail.com) or Mary Cavallero (marycava4@gmail.com) with your new information.

Walkabout Concerts at CUUC

Walkabout Clearwater Coffeehouse presents The Kennedys in Concert, Sat Apr 13, 7:30pm (Walkabout "Teachabout" Sing-Along at 6:45pm), CUUC Sanctuary

"Their music is a glorious mix of smartly crafted lyrics and songwriting, accompanied by music that will uplift, delight, and entertain." - Amplify Music Magazine. Reserve tickets at walkaboutchorus.org/coffeehouse-tickets, and pay at the door by check, cash, or credit card.

Share the Plate for March: Murray Grove

This month we share half our non-pledge collection with Murray Grove Retreat and Renewal Center, the only Unitarian Universalist conference center in the Metro area, and the site traditionally considered to be where Universalism in America began. Among their many camps, trainings, retreats, and workshops, they offer the program our Coming of Age classes have attended as part of their journey to create a statement of faith. Make checks to CUUC with the memo “Share the Plate - Murray Grove” and add to the plate or mail to the office. Or click here to pay online, and select “Share the Plate.” You may also select “Other” and type in “Murray Grove” if you'd like your full donation to go to the Center.

Caring & Sharing

If we can help you or someone you know in our congregation, reach out to this month's primary caregiver, Robin Rocchi (917-656-6830, robinandal@verizon.net), or her backup Rev. Deb Morra (RevDebLCSW@gmail.com, 914-830-1509). You may also contact the CUUC office (admin@cucwp.org, 914-946-1660 x2).

Online Offering

To make your offering or donate to our Share the Plate online, use our PayPal button here. Or go to our website, cuucwp.org, and click "Donate." Or click on the chalice picture at right.

For links to our Zoom online meetings, see below.

Links are also in our online Event Calendar (click on event) at cuucwp.org.

Weekly Calendar and Logins

Visit cuucwp.org/events-programs/calendar on our website and click on an event for login information. To reserve a Zoom online meeting room, contact admin@cucwp.org.

Sat Apr 13 – 6:45pm Walkabout Clearwater Chorus Teachabout (Fellowship Hall); 7:30pm Walkabout Clearwater Coffeehouse (Sanctuary)

Sun Apr 14 - 9:45am Childcare (Room 32); 10:00am Worship (Sanctuary & Worship Zoom: bit.ly/CUUC-Worship); 10:00am Religious Exploration: K-9th Classes Meet (Rooms 33, 41, 43); 11:15am Board of Trustees Open House (Fellowship Hall & Zoom 6161)

11:15am Child/Youth Song Rehearsal (Room 43); 11:15am Newcomers Lunch (Room 11); 11:15am Social Hour (Fireside Area); 11:15am Virtual Coffee Hour (bit.ly/CUUC-CoffeeHour); 11:15am Youth Membership Conversation (Room 14); 11:45am CUUC Covenant Draft Review (Fellowship Hall & Zoom 6161); 12:15 Journey Group: Leahy/Good (Room 13)

Mon Apr 15 - All day Rental: TV Crew Car Parking (Lower lot); 9:00am Prime Time Dance Exercise Group (CUUC & Zoom 6161); 10:00am Meals for HOPE (Kitchen);

Tue Apr 16 - All day TV Crew Rental - Bldg & Lots (Parking Lot, Fellowship Hall); 10:00am Sandwiches for HOPE (Kitchen); 7:00pm Journey Group: J Lidh Off-Site (Off-Site); 7:30pm Choir Rehearsal (Sanctuary)

Wed Apr 17 - All day TV Crew Rental-Bldg & Lots (Parking Lot, Fellowship Hall); 10:30am RE Leadership Mtg (bit.ly/CUUC-RE); 6:30pm Worship Associate Team Planning (Zoom 3131); 7:30pm Journey Group: Breneman (Zoom 8428); 8:00pm RE PlaceKeepers Meeting (Zoom 2210)

Thu Apr 18 - All day TV Crew Rental-Bldg & Lots (Parking Lot, Fellowship Hall); 10:00am Journey Group: Traber (Room 11); 4:00pm Journey Group: Weisel (Zoom 6161); 7:00pm RE: Online Class for Children & Parents/Caregivers: Understanding and Managing Emotions (Zoom 8428); 8:15pm RE Collaborative Leadership Meeting (CUUC-RE Zoom)

Fri Apr 19 - All day TV Crew Rental-Bldg & Lots (Parking Lot, Fellowship Hall); 9:00am Prime Time Dance Exercise Group (Zoom 6161); :00pm “A Tempo with Adam” (A Tempo Zoom and Facebook Live); 6:00pm Journey Group Dinner (TBD); 7:00pm Books with Barbara (Zoom 3131); 7:00pm Journey Group: Sehdeva/Cox (TBD & Zoom 7899)

Sat Apr 20 - 9:30am Furniture Sharehouse Volunteering (Westchester Airport Bldg 3); 10:00am Westchester COA Credo Writing Retreat (Fellowship Hall, Kitchen, Kitchen Patio); 2:00pm Food Prep for Brunch (Kitchen)

Sun Apr 21 - 8:45am Choir Rehearsal (Sanctuary); 9:45am Childcare (Room 32); 10:00am Worship with Rev. Danielle Lindstrom (Sanctuary & Worship Zoom: bit.ly/CUUC-Worship); 10:00am Religious Exploration: tbd (Fellowship Hall); 11:15am Virtual Coffee Hour (bit.ly/CUUC-CoffeeHour); 11:30am Brunch & "Get to Know the Minister" Q&A (Fellowship Hall); 11:45am Journey Group: 12:30pm Music at CUUC: Spring Concert (Sanctuary & Livestream)

ONLINE ZOOM MEETING LOGINS

Zoom Webinar 1991 / Worship Zoom - Login: https://bit.ly/CUUC-Webinar-1991

or https://bit.ly/CUUC-Worship

or https://bit.ly/Music-at-CUUC

or phone (audio only): 646-876-9923

Webinar: 761 321 991 · Passcode: 468468

Zoom 2210 / Coffee Hour Zoom - Login: https://bit.ly/CUUC-Zoom-2210

or https://bit.ly/CUUC-CoffeeHour

or phone (audio only): 929-436-2866

Meeting: 336 956 2210 · Passcode: 468468

Zoom 7899 - Login: https://bit.ly/CUUC-Zoom-7899

or phone (audio only): 646-876-9923