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Religious Exploration Saturday classes start in classrooms, Sunday K-6 starts in the chapel. Nursery Care
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recipient for April is the The Chesapeake Climate Action Network, a grassroots nonprofit dedicated to fighting global warming in Maryland, Virginia and Washington, DC. |
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Imagination
"We do not need magic to transform our world. We carry all the power we need inside ourselves already. We have the power to imagine better."
- J. K. Rowling, Harvard Commencement Address, 2008
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What Makes You Come Alive?
The Rev. Howard Thurman is one of my favorite religious writers. He was dean of Howard University for over a decade starting in 1932.
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Rev. Howard Thurman
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Thurman said:
"Don't ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive."
This weekend's services will explore how we find our calling and help not only ourselves, but the world (and our Congregation) come alive.
If you have a story about "coming alive" in your own life, I would love to hear it. Please send me an email.
See you in church.
Yours,
Mary Katherine
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This Week and Weekend
Join the UUA Common Read. Apr. 25, 7:30 p.m., Program Building. The UUA has selected Eboo Patel's "Acts of Faith: The Story of an American Muslim, the Struggle for the Soul of a Generation" as its Common Read. Facilitated by Barb Brehm in collaboration with the Muslim Outreach Group. Register via email or at the Adult Programs table in the Commons after services. You don't have to have read the book to attend. Bridge Players. Fri., Apr. 27, 7:30 p.m., Program Building. Drop in and play with us. Contact Judy Gallimore, 703-532-4055. Youth Worship Service Dress Rehearsal. Sat., Apr. 28, 6-9 p.m. We will rehearse for our May 5 and 6 worship services. RSVP. Newcomers Orientation Class. Sat., Apr. 28, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Registration deadline, Thu., Apr. 26. Please join us if you're interested in learning more about the Unitarian Universalist faith and the programs offered at UUCF. Light lunch is included. Register with Carol Jensen . "Beyond Earth Day: Taking Environmental Action" UUSJ Workshop to Create a Climate for Change. Sat., Apr. 28, 1-4:50 p.m., Washington Ethical Society. Click here to register.
Circle Dinner. Sat., Apr. 28. This is the last Circle Dinner this year until we start again in the fall. Sign up in the Commons after services or contact Ray Leon.
"Our Constitution and How it Has Evolved Since Ratification in 1788." Science, Reason & Religion Forum. Sun., Apr. 29, Chapel. With Bernie Gild. We will focus on the profound changes to the original provisions and the continual tension between the right and left affecting the "exercise" and "establishment" of religion as originally provided in the First Amendment.
"Rainbow Welcome" Event for UUCF's LGBT Members and Friends. Sun., Apr. 29, 1 p.m. Mark your calendars now for the "Rainbow Welcome" potluck and social for the UUCF and UU Arlington gay communities. This social event will be held at the home of Nancy Commisso in Reston, and is co-hosted by Paula Prettyman and Kelly Schlageter of UUCF and Susan Craig of UU Arlington. Partners and children are welcome! RSVP by Apr. 28 to Nancy Commisso, 703-725-3735.
Western Fairfax PFLAG and FLY Meeting. Tue., May 1, 7:30-9 p.m., UUCF. Western Fairfax PFLAG, a support group for Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays, and FLY (Fairfax Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning Youth), a support and social group for youth ages 12 (with parental permission) to 19, will meet concurrently. FLY will also meet on Sun., May 20, 3-4:30 p.m., City of Fairfax Regional Library, Email PFLAG or find FLY on Facebook.
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Grow
The following opportunities help us grow as individuals and as a community.
Attention Youth and Parents of Youth: FUUSE Applications Due May 4. The Fairfax Unitarian Universalist Summer Experience (FUUSE) will again place high school-aged interns from UUCF with social action, educational and social service agencies in Fairfax County this summer. Youth will receive a stipend after completing the program and submitting a written reflection. For more information contact Kurt Jensen or Bobbi Snyder.
Introduction to Qigong. Wed., May 9, 7:30-9:30 p.m. or Sat., May 19, 9 a.m.-noon, UUCF. Fee $20 and $25, respectively; 30% goes to UUCF. Learn longevity breathing and several Qigong exercises to practice on your own.With Furman Riley, UUCF member and accredited teacher with 15 years experience in Qigong and Tai Chi Chih. Contact Furman, 703-217-6024. May Vespers. "Learning to Fall - The Blessings of an Imperfect Life." Fri., May 11, Sanctuary. Jazz Vespers with Dave Anderson, piano; Kim Scudera, vocals; Mike Wingo, percussion; and David Addis, reader. "Death With Dignity." Sat., May 12, 10:30 a.m., UUCF. Phyllis Langton, R.N., PhD, UUCF member and author of "Last Flight Out: Living, Loving and Leaving," presents a narrative of the last three years of her husband's life. A presentation of Compassion & Choices National Capital Area and UUCF. Got a Great Idea for the UUCF Endowment Fund's First Annual Grant?
UUCF's Endowment Committee wants your suggestions for how to spend the first Endowment Fund grant of up to $10,000 in June. Any UUCF voting member may submit suggestions. The UUCF Bylaws state that purposes for the distribution of income can include 1) maintenance of buildings, capital improvements and renovation, or debt reduction; 2) community outreach; and 3) the wider mission of Unitarian Universalism. Send ideas to Ed Groark.
Buy Books! Support Social Justice! The UUA Bookstore is raising funds for two Phoenix immigration justice groups in support of 2012 Justice General Assembly (GA): The Comités de Defensa del Barrio (CDBs) and Puente AZ. Here's how to help: 1. Buy books online, or in person at the UUA Bookstore at GA. 2. When checking out, use the promotional code "PhoenixGA." For every purchase using this code they'll make a contribution equal to 5% of your purchase equally divided between the two groups. If sales using the code exceed $100,000, they'll double their donation on the remaining sales - up to a total of $15,000!
UU Summer Camps for the Whole Family. Looking for a low-cost vacation for the family with opportunities to meet other UUs? Looking for a camping experience for children where you can be sure the other children will share your religious-liberal values? Looking to expand the mind or pursue a favorite hobby? Look no further than a UU Camp or Conference Center. Click here to check it out.
UUA Justice General Assembly. Jun. 20-24, 2012, Phoenix, AZ. Interested in immigration, social justice and gathering with UUs from around the country? Attend the Unitarian Universalist Association's Justice General Assembly. UUCF Delegates still needed. Contact Craig Bennett.
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Connect
Click here for a listing of more ways to connect at UUCF.
UU Humanists Meeting. Mon., May 7, 7:30 p.m., What does it mean to be a UU humanist? What kinds of UUCF humanist groups would we like? Join us for a presentation and discussion on UUs and humanism. All are welcome. Contact Ira Hamburg, 703-373-7381.
Save the Date. It's the BIG "Thank You!" Celebration. You've made your pledge; you've given your time and talents. Now it's time to celebrate! Sat., May 12, after the Saturday service. We will thank you for your pledges to the Annual Giving Campaign and for your all you do for UUCF. Great food, great music and childcare will be provided. Volunteers will receive appreciation gifts. Please RSVP so we can make sure to have plenty of food.
Recharged and Ready for a Great Discussion Series. Global Affairs Discussion Group (GADG). Tue., May 22, 7:30 p.m., Social Hall. Presentation and discussion on "Information Communication Technology (ICT) and its Impact on International Development." Speaker: Anthony Bloome, Senior Education Technology Specialist, USAID. For more information, contact Randy Adams.
Great Books Discussion Group. Mon., May 28, 7:30 p.m., Room 11.
Great Books discussions explore the meaning of "classic" books. The only group requirement is a willingness to read each selection before the discussion meeting. Reading "The Odyssey," by Homer. Contact Randy Adams.
Summer Camp Week at UUCF. Jul. 9-13, Arts Camp - ages 6-11, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Includes music, art, dance, photography, culinary arts and more! Registration: $225 ($250 after Jun. 15). STAR! (Summer Theater Arts for Recreation) - ages 12-18, 3-9 p.m. Includes musical theater workshop with Rosemary Salvi, culminating in a final production on Fri., Jul. 13. Registration: $250 ($275 after Jun. 15). Sibling discounts and financial aid available. Contact Mark Vogel for a registration form or more information.
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Serve
To find out about more ways to be of service at UUCF or in the broader community click here. Last Chance to Volunteer - UUCF Annual Yard Sale. Sign up by Apr. 30. Click here for volunteer form or sign up in the Commons after services. For more information contact Linda Kozloff. Clean out Those Closets. Yard Sale Dropoffs Start Next Thu., May 4. Stay tuned to next week's announcements for more information. 2012 UUA Justice GA Orientation for Prospective Attendees. Sat., May 12, 2012, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Cedar Lane UU Church Chalice House, 9601 Cedar Lane, Bethesda, MD. Learn how business gets done at the Unitarian Universalist Association's General Assembly (GA). Find out about this year's focus on immigration and justice, plenary sessions, workshops and worship. Sponsored by the Chesapeake UU Growth (ChUUG) Committee. New Lay Minister for Education Needed! We need to replace Judy Galliher whose term ends in June. This Lay Ministry provides leadership for lifespan faith development (children, youth and adult programs) and serves on the Lay Ministers Council. Contact Laura Horton-Ludwig for more information or to register your interest in serving.
Your Creativity and Energy Needed to Plan the Fall Adult Retreat. The retreat planning committee is looking for UUCF members and friends to help make this year's retreat joyful and memorable. Please contact Richard May, 703-283-4010.
Flower Donors Needed. Do you have an event or a person you want to honor? Each week our wonderful flower team creates arrangements to add to our worship experience, but we need sponsors. For just $50 you can pick a weekend and we will publish your dedication. Sign up now on the chart on the bulletin board in the hallway near the Music Room, or by email.
UUCF Blood Drive. Sun., May 27, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. To sign up, visit Inova Blood Donor Services or contact Ken Foley, 703-242-0258. Did you know that each donation can help save up to three lives? That donating is easy and completely safe? That our area has a chronic shortage of blood? That most healthy people are eligible to donate? Make your life-saving appointment today, and thank you in advance for helping save lives!
Ragan Oaks Community Center. Volunteers are needed one hour per week in the following areas: ESL Teachers, GED Teachers, Homework Help for Elementary School Children, Homework Help for Middle/High School Students, Computer Lab and Senior Boys and Girls Groups. These positions offer rewarding experiences working with underprivileged youth. It's easy and fun. If you are interested, please contact Steve Myles.
Garden Angels. Takes ownership of UUCF garden plot for one year, providing weeding, trimming, mulching, removal of invasives and watering. Does not include new plantings, garden design or application of herbicides or insecticides. Fertilizer not required. Leaf mulch available on site; wood mulch provided on work days. Contact Raoul Drapeau.
UUCF Partner Church Youth E-pal Program. Interested in becoming an e-pal with youth who live in Khasi Hills, India? E-pals are pen pals who keep in touch via email. For more information contact Helen Rose.
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