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Religious Exploration
Saturday classes start in classrooms; Sunday K-6 starts in the Chapel. Nursery Care available in the Sanctuary Building.
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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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Calendar
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Announcements
Our next deadline is Tue., Jun. 12. Send announcements to our communications staff.
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Announcements
for Jun. 6-13
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"Pluck, Persistence
and Generosity"
Join us for worship this weekend with
Rev. Gail Geisenhainer,
Sr. Minister, First UU of Ann Arbor, MI
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Rev. Gail Geisenhainer
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Every year on our Annual Meeting weekend we welcome a wonderful guest preacher. This year, I am happy to introduce you to the Rev. Gail Geisenhainer, Senior Minister at First Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Ann Arbor, MI. Gail is a dynamic, passionate speaker. When some of us heard her a few years ago at the Unitarian Universalist Association General Assembly - preaching before 4,000 or so - we knew we wanted her to come to Fairfax. I hope you will not miss Gail this weekend.
Yours,
Mary Katherine
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Coming of Age Ceremony
During This Saturday's Worship Service
A group of our 9th graders has been participating in a Coming of Age program this year. Join us for a ceremony during this Saturday's 4:30 p.m. service to recognize their accomplishments as they transition to the next stage of adolescence. Come hear their credo statements and see their life masks on display in the Commons.
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Annual Meeting
Sat., Jun. 9, 6 p.m., Sanctuary
The UUCF Annual Meeting will be held on Saturday following the 4:30 p.m. service. Click here to see the meeting agenda, minutes from last year's meeting, the 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
Simplicity Circle. Thu., Jun. 7, 7:30 p.m., Program Building. For information contact Brad Short.
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.
UUCF Youth End-of-Year Party. Fri., Jun. 8, 8:30-11 p.m., Chapel. Fee: $10. Bring games, music, musical instruments, etc. Adult chaperones needed. Contact Helen Rose.
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." For information, contact Paula Prettyman, 703-867-7560.
Annual Partner Church Retreat. Sat., Jun. 9, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Van Duizend's, 600 Langston Lane, Falls Church. We will be setting objectives for the next year, defining the purpose and scope of our scholarship program and determining future activities. It's a fun way to find out what's happening with our partners in Transylvania and the Khasi Hills of India. All are welcome. Bring food for a potluck lunch and help us chart our course. RSVP to Dick Van Duizend so there is enough food for all. UUCFers "Out of Residence" (or About to be ...) - We Want to Hear From You. Sun., Jun. 10, 10:30 a.m., Music Room in Sanctuary Building. If you are moving away for a period of time, join us to talk about how we can help you make and keep connections while you are away. For those who have already temporarily relocated, please let us know how we can serve you better while you are away. Contact Mary Katherine Morn or Laura Horton-Ludwig.
Interfaith Family Picnic - UUCF and Institute of Islamic and Turkish Studies. Sun., Jun. 10, 1-3 p.m, in front of the Program Building. UUCF's Muslim Outreach Group is hosting this joint family picnic. RE families who would like to meet some of our Muslim neighbors should RSVP to Rod Paolini right away.
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.
Monday Night Book Group. Mon., Jun. 11, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Room 11. For information contact Don Andress.
Tuesday Women's Personal Growth Group. Tue., Jun. 12, 10 a.m.-noon, Room 11. For more information contact Connie Drapeau.
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.
Membership Class. Wed., Jun. 13, 7:30 p.m. If you feel the time has come to make a formal commitment to the Congregation and sign the membership book, please plan to attend this short minister-led class. Registration requested.
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.
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.
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.
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. Click here if you are interested in having your child dedicated. Deadline: Jun. 13.
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.
Canine Visitors from the Marshall Legacy Institute (MLI). Sun., Jun. 17, between services, behind the Program Building. MLI is our June Share-the-Plate recipient. MLI's Canine Ambassador, Utsi, who worked in Africa for five years, will do a mine detection demo behind our Program Building.
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. July is "Candide" by Voltaire, and August is "The Tragedy of Faust" by Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe. 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.
Access Database Volunteer Needed. Can you help the UUCF office create an Access database to track worship volunteer hours? Please contact Worship Coordinator Mary Foster, if you can help.
99 Searchers Movie Night. "The Koch Brothers Exposed." Fri., Jun. 15, 7 p.m., Chapel. Movie exposes the billionaire brothers' efforts to fund causes that may undermine income equality, as well as information on the Kochs' presence at George Mason University, potentially undermining academic independence. Includes discussion and light refreshments. Sponsored by UUCF's income inequality group - 99 Searchers. For information contact David McCracken.
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.
Volunteers Needed to Teach English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). Provide a critical service to very grateful students. We need a few good people to fill teaching vacancies for the next school year. No teaching experience or knowledge of other languages necessary. Training provided. To volunteer or for information, contact Nancy Smith, 703-476-9563.
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. Deadline for applications is Jun. 8. 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.
Listen to the Music Gala Benefit Concert. In Honor of David Chapman, Paint Branch UU Choir Leader. Sat., Jun. 9, 8 p.m., Memorial Chapel, 1101 Memorial Chapel, University of Maryland, College Park. Suggested Donation - $50. Proceeds will help with David's mounting medical costs as he undergoes treatment for stage IV colorectal cancer. Donations also accepted.
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.
JPD People of Color Multigenerational and Multicultural Gathering. Sat., Jun. 23, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., All Souls Church, Unitarian, 16th & Harvard Sts., NW., Washington. $25 - adults; $15 - children. Join us for worship, fellowship, meals and live updates from representative of the UU community at General Assembly in Phoenix. Registration required. For information contact Paula Cole Jones.
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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