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Religious Exploration.
Together Time and RE Appreciation. All classes begin in the Sanctuary. Nursery Care available in the Sanctuary Building.
Share the Plate
recipient for June is the Marshall Legacy Institute, committed to helping war-torn countries eliminate humanitarian dangers, including the destabilizing effects of landmines. |
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Announcements
for May 30-Jun. 6
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Reception Honoring Natalie
Sat., Jun. 2, 5:30 p.m., Sanctuary
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Natalie Fenimore
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This Saturday after our 4:30 p.m. service, we will honor our Minister of Religious Exploration Natalie Fenimore and her contributions to our community. In August, Natalie will become the called Minister of Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Spring, MD. Join us for a reception to thank Natalie for her years of service to the children and youth of UUCF.
Volunteers are still needed to help with this event. Please contact Marsha Giusti if you can help.
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"A Summer's Day"
A Vespers of Memory
Fri., Jun. 1, 7:30 p.m., Sanctuary
Start your weekend with reflections on one summer day presented by UUCF's Memoirs Writing Group. Join more than a dozen members and friends who will explore an entire summer's day, from dawn to twilight, through stories. Joanna Walker and Judy Gallimore will perform musical reflections. A reception follows the service.
Annual Meeting
Save the Date
Sat., Jun. 9, 6 p.m., Sanctuary
The UUCF Annual Meeting will be held a week from Saturday following the 4:30 p.m. service. Click here to see the meeting agenda, minutes from last year's meeting, slate of candidates for the Board and Nominating and Endowment committees, and the budget and operating plan. You are encouraged to familiarize yourself with these documents, attend the meeting and vote on the business of this Congregation.
Please click here to reserve child care for the meeting.
Here's the schedule for that evening:
- 4:30 p.m. - Worship Service
- 5:30 p.m. - Light Supper
- 6 p.m. - Annual Meeting
- 7 p.m. - "Second Saturday" Dessert, Drinks and Fellowship
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This Week and Weekend
UUCF Grounds Cleanup. Sat., Jun. 2, 8 a.m.-noon. Help remove weeds and invasive plants, do a little pruning or picking up sticks (just like when you were a kid). And speaking of kids, bring them along for a lesson in practical gardening. Bring sturdy gloves and tools for cleaning out the beds or pruning. Don't have the tools? Come anyway. We have them! We'll be happy with as little or as much time as you can give. Contact Raoul Drapeau, 703-573-6055.
Drumming for the Spirit, Drumming for Peace. Sundays, 3-4 p.m., This week in the Library. Suggested donation: $1-$10/session. Our drum circle is led by percussionist, Kofi Dennis. Kofi hails from Ghana and has performed all over the DC area, including the Kennedy Center and Wolf Trap. His engaging rhythms and storytelling inspire. Bring your own drum or use one provided. More information contact Mark Vogel.
Register your Children for Summer RE and Sign up to Assist. Curriculum for age 2-rising 6th graders: Our Partner Church experiences in Puriang, India, and Szentgerice, Transylvania. Curriculum for rising middle and high schoolers: Based on Carl Sagan's book, "Cosmos." Parents please signup to assist at the Teacher Board in the Commons after services.
UUCF Humanist Group Meeting. Jun. 4, 7:30 p.m., Chapel. The group will discuss the results of the survey that is being sent to our mailing list. The survey will deal with the group's desired activities, structure and suggested topics for fall meetings. Contact Ira Hamburg or Mary Bellamy.
"Cuba Today!... and Tomorrow?" Global Affairs Discussion Group. Tue., Jun. 5, 7:30 p.m., Program Building. Randy Adams and Mary Jo Smrekar present "Perceptions from Recent Educational Tour of the Cuban Revolution + 50 Years." For information contact Randy Adams.
It's Not Too Late to Join the UUCF Delegation to the UUA Justice General Assembly. Jun. 20-24, Phoenix, AZ. A few delegate spots are still open. For more information go to UUA.org/ga or contact Susan Bennett, Denominational Connections Committee.
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Grow
The following opportunities help us grow as individuals and as a community.
LGBT Pride Movie Night. Fri., Jun. 8, 7 p.m., Sanctuary. In celebration of Pride Month, Equality UUCF presents the Academy Award-winning film, "Milk," starring Sean Penn. "Milk" is the story of Harvey Milk, California's first openly gay elected official, and his fight for gay rights. Popcorn and refreshments available. Reserve child care by Jun. 3 at ap@uucf.org.
Support the LGBT Community and Show Your UU Pride. March in the Capital Pride Parade - Sat. Jun. 9, 4-7 p.m., starting at 22nd and P Sts., NW. (carpooling info to come later); and/or volunteer at the Pride Festival - Sun., Jun. 10, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., along Pennsylvania Ave., between 2nd and 7th Sts., NW. Since June 1970, the first anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people gather once a year to support one another and vividly demonstrate, with pride, their demand to be treated with dignity and respect. This year, UUs of DC, MD and VA and the Washington Ethical Society are joining forces to bear witness to "the inherent worth and dignity of all people." Sign up to volunteer in the Commons on Jun. 2 & 3. For information, contact Paula Prettyman, 703-867-7560.
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, with 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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Connect
Click here for a listing of more ways to connect at UUCF.
UUCF Youth End-of-Year Party. Sat., Jun. 9, after the Coming of Age ceremony at the 4:30 p.m. worship service. Youth and adults are invited to celebrate together! Contact Helen Rose to be on the party planning team.
Child Dedications - Father's Day Weekend. During worship services on Sat., Jun. 16, 4:30 p.m., and Sun., Jun. 17, 9:15 and 11:15 a.m. If you are interested in having your child dedicated, please click here or contact Rev. Laura Horton-Ludwig. Please provide the name(s) and age(s) of your child(ren), the names of the parents and other family members and adults sponsoring the child for dedication and the preferred service for dedication.
UUCF Family Picnic and End-of-year Celebration. Sun., Jun. 17, 12:30-2:30 p.m. UUCF Campus. A fun event for the whole family, including obstacle course, sno-cones and more. UUCF will provide the hamburgers, hot dogs, veggie burgers, drinks and utensils. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Volunteers needed for setup, grilling and cleanup. Contact Mary Foster if you can help.
Summer Youth Retreat. Sign up by Jun. 15! Aug. 24-26, Camp Henlopen, Lewes, DE. Open to rising 9th graders through graduated seniors. Cost: $85 per youth includes lodging (separate male and female dorms), food and transportation. Additional fee for kayaking. Scholarships available; chaperones attend free. Activities include beach time, games and campfires with s'mores. Sign up online. Adult chaperones, meal helpers and drivers needed. Contact Helen Rose.
Great Books Discussion Group (GBDG). Mon., Jun. 18, 7:30 p.m., Room 11. Discussions explore the meaning of "classic" books. Stop by any month. Just read the selection before the meeting! Mark your calendars for the Jul. 16 and Aug. 20 meetings. Reading for June: "The Divine Comedy," by Dante. Contact Randy Adams.
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Serve
To find out about more ways to be of service at UUCF or in the broader community click here.
Show Support for our New DRE - Sign up to Teach This Fall. Contribute to our vibrant RE program and help welcome Linnea Nelson, our new Director of RE. Average commitment is two weeks per month. Curriculum and training provided. Our children thank you! Sign up here or at the Teacher Board in the Commons after services.
UU-UNO/UUCF Program Committee Meeting. Wed., Jun. 13, 7:30 p.m., Program Building. Learn about the Unitarian Universalist-United Nations Office (UU-UUNO) and UUCF's support role as well as up-to-date activities at the U.N. Contact Wini Atlas or Randy Adams.
Worship Audio Technicians Needed. If you have audio skills and can help out during worship services on Saturdays and/or Sundays, please contact Mark Vogel.
Can't Go to Phoenix for the Justice General Assembly? Consider Being an Offsite Delegate. Registration is $100 and allows you to participate and vote from home. Click here for details. If you are interested, contact Susan Bennett.
Help Make Summer Services Run Smoothly. Volunteer! Please consider being part of our summer service team by ushering, helping with coffee or selling Fair Trade coffee. Summer services run Jun. 23-Sep. 2; 4:30 p.m., Sat., and 10 a.m., Sun. Volunteer for one week or all summer. Sign up after services in the Commons or email Mary Foster.
Claymont Court Work Day. Sat., Jun. 23, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Bring your own lunch. Claymont Court, the site of our annual Fall Adult Retreat, is in need of grounds work, painting, cleaning, etc. Variety of skill levels needed. If you plan to participate, contact John Bartoli, 301-275-6226.
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!
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.
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Social Justice Coordinator/Minister. UUCF is seeking a 10-hour-per-week Social Justice Coordinator/Minister to identify and recruit new social justice leaders and activists in the Congregation; communicate social justice activities to the Congregation on a regular basis, coordinate Congregation-based activities and themes across a wide range of groups and interests and represent UUCF to the larger community. Click here for more information.
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News From our Friends
This section brings you announcements about neighboring UU congregations, UU organizations, or friends and organizations affiliated with this Congregation.
Western Fairfax PFLAG and FLY Joint Meeting. Tue., Jun. 5, 7:30-9 p.m., Program Building. PFLAG is a support group for Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays, and FLY (Fairfax Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning Youth) is a support and social group for youth ages 12 (with parental permission) to 19. Email PFLAG or find FLY on Facebook.
The Shepherd's Center of Oakton-Vienna presents Lunch n' Life. Mon., Jun. 11, noon, Emmanuel Lutheran Church (2589 Chain Bridge Road, Vienna). Join us for lunch and a performance by the Harmony Heritage Singers. This group of talented men sings about fun and romance barbershop style. Cost is $10 per person. RSVP and prepay by Tue., Jun. 5. For information, call SCOV Office at 703-281-0538.
Brother Sun Benefit Concert for the UUs of the Blue Ridge. Sun., Jun. 17, 7 p.m., Theatre at Washington, VA. Tickets: $20 adults; $10 children. Visit lovely Rappahannock County to benefit our sister congregation in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Reservations recommended.
Summer Yoga Program. Jun. 30-Aug. 25 (no class Jul. 7), 9:30-11 a.m., Rooms 3 & 4. Focuses on Yoga for the Aquarian Age. If registered by Jun. 23, students can register for eight ($96) or six classes ($66). Discounts for seniors. Drop-in rate: $15 a session. One free session for first-time participants. Contact Ravi Kaur (Christine Mason), 571-213-3192.
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.
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