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Weekend Worship
Sat., Sep. 22, 4:30 p.m.
Sun., Sep. 23, 9:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
Religious Exploration
K-6th grade starts in the Chapel, all others start in classrooms.
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Worship Theme
September's worship theme is "Awakening:"
"A single event can awaken within us a stranger totally unknown to us. To live is to be slowly born."
- Antoine de Saint-Exuperym
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Announcements
for Sep. 19-26
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Dear UUCF Members and Friends,
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Parish Minister
Rev. Mary Katherine Morn
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Do not miss this last chance to participate in a Focus Group with the Board. The board has worked hard to create an exciting vision for our future. They would like to share it with you and hear your thoughts on how we can grow in fulfilling our mission.
This week's focus group meetings are scheduled for: tonight, Sep. 19, at 7:00 p.m. in the Commons, Sat., Sep. 22, at 5:30 p.m. in the Music Room; and on Sun., Sep. 23, at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. in the Music Room. Thank you for bringing your vision and voice to the table.
This weekend is also the deadline for registering (at UUCF) to participate in this year's Complete the Circle project, benefiting Our Daily Bread. On Sunday, October 21, from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m., people from many Fairfax congregations and organizations will gather near George Mason University to form a "people picture." Last year 68 people from UUCF joined in this effort and had a load of fun. Please see either Ruth Reagan or Barb Brehm at the sign up tables in the Commons after services this weekend.
As you probably know, this is a holy time in the Jewish religious year. We are in the middle of the Days of Awe, a period of reflection, repentance, and renewal. This weekend our services will honor this observance and explore what we might learn from this ancient practice. After Saturday's worship service we will hold our first polylogue to continue the conversation. This will be a facilitated discussion for those interested in sharing their own and hearing others' thoughts on the sermon topic.
See you in church.
Yours,
Mary Katherine
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This Week and Weekend
All activities are open to all unless otherwise listed.
Share Your Feedback. Four Focus Groups Remain. Two Include Childcare. At these meetings, the UUCF Board of Directors presents a vision for the congregation's future and wants to hear your questions, comments and concerns about the plans presented. RSVPs needed for childcare only. Meetings with childcare highlighted in blue below. Childcare for infants-2 years old in the Nursery; for older children in Room 11, Program Building.
Focus Group Meeting Dates/Times:
Memoirs Writing Group. Fri., Sep. 21, 1:30 p.m., Program Building. For information contact Kristin Moyer.
Foreign Film Night. Fri., Sep. 21, 7:30 p.m., the Machina's. Argentine film "Live-in Maid." For information contact Donna Machina.
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Women's Spirit Circle Fall Equinox Retreat. Sat., Sep. 22, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Sanctuary. Contact Susan Bennett.
Continue the Conversation. Saturday Polylogues. Saturdays after 4:30 p.m. services, Sanctuary. Starts Sep. 22. Continue the conversation after Saturday services. Visit with your friends, grab some coffee and come back to the Sanctuary to talk with fellow congregants about the sermon topic. Note: Polylogue is a dialogue among many participants; sharing of one's thoughts on a topic and respectful listening to others' perspectives. Polylogues will be held only on Saturdays when sermons are given. All are welcome.
Youth Cluster Overnight With Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington. Sat., Sep. 22, 8 p.m., UUCF. Adult chaperones needed! For information or to sign up, contact Helen Rose.
Science, Reason and Religion - Sunday Forum. Sun., Sep. 23, 12:45 - 1:45 p.m., Chapel. Jerry Poje gives a brief review of topics covered in the Spring '12 series, and overview of the Fall '12 series in an "Introduction to the Sunday Forum: Janus - Looking Back to Look Forward." Then Hadrian Katz speaks on "First Amendment Law." Establishment and free exercise of religion and, for that matter, the right to bear arms have been disrespected and distorted in ways that have narrowed the rights of women, GLBTs, atheists and others. While the Supreme Court as currently constituted is unlikely to improve things, it would be useful to discuss strategies for bringing the law into better alignment with liberal UU principles.
Parenting Support Group. Sun., Sep. 23, 7-9 p.m., Room 10. A group for parents or caregivers of children of any age with special or unusual needs. For information contact Carrie Grabo.
Drumming for the Spirit, Drumming for Peace. Sundays, 3-4 p.m., Chapel. 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. PlaygroUUp Potluck. Sun., Sep. 23, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Social Hall. Families with babies, toddlers and preschoolers (older siblings too) welcome. Bring a dish to share. This is a great opportunity for families who cannot attend weekday PlaygroUUp to meet other UUCF families with young children. Contact Meghan Crowley.
"Classics of Unitarian and Universalist Theology." A Drop-in Series for Youth and Adults. Sep. 23, Oct. 28, Dec. 2, Jan. 20 and Feb. 24, 4-6 p.m., Program Building. Facilitated by Rev. Laura Horton-Ludwig. Read the texts and related sermons before the class and then gather to discuss them as a group. This year focuses on 19th Century Unitarians and Universalists. Readings average 30-40 pages per session. Texts available online or through the UUCF office. Sep. 23 session: William Ellery Channing, "Unitarian Christianity" (1819). RSVPs appreciated but not required.
Great Books Discussion Group (GBDG). Mon., Sep. 24, 7:30 p.m., Room 11. Discussions explore the meaning of "classic" books. Stop by any month; read selection before the meeting. September reading "The Tragedy of Faust" by Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe. Contact Randy Adams.
"Exploring Social Media." Global Affairs Discussion Group. Tue., Sep. 25, 7:30 p.m., Program Building. (Originally scheduled for Jul. 3 and postponed due to power outages.) Presenter Scott Peterson, UUCF member and partner in RelayStation Social Media.For questions contact Randy Adams.
Urgent Need for Volunteers at Ragan Oaks. UUCF partners with FACETS to help Ragan Oaks affordable housing complex near Fair Oaks. Residents are primarily immigrants of Middle Eastern and Latino backgrounds. Urgent needs for homework help, college prep and boys' and girls' group facilitation at a variety of times. Click to learn more. Contact Jessi, 703-272-7147 Your opportunity to make a connection with our children is still available! We need about 10 people to teach RE at the 11:15 service, beginning with 2 and 3 year olds (What could be more fun?) through 6th grade. Need more reasons to teach? Think about teaching a class that your child has not yet taken to see what to expect, or use the curriculum and time with other great teachers to deepen your own UU parenting skills. Please contact Katherine or Linnea to discuss the best match for you! Connect, Serve, and Grow with this invaluable opportunity! Parents, class for K-6 begins in the Chapel this week. All classes dismiss at 5:45 pm. on Saturdays, and 10:30 am. and 12:30 pm. on Sundays. Please be sure to connect with the teacher when you pick up your child if they are in Grade 3 or younger at the end of class time so that our wonderful volunteers can clean up and go home with their own families! Wish List for RE: Before we buy these items, if you have the following to donate to our RE program, please let Katherine know: flat screen TV, DVDs on world religions, large pieces of fabric, and books with children's poetry or meditations.
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Memorial Services
The following UUCF member will be honored at an upcoming memorial service:
Motoaki "Moto" Sato. Sun. Sep. 30, 2 p.m., UUCF. (Corrected Date)
Nancy Hughes. Sat., Oct. 20, 9 a.m., UUCF.
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Grow
The following opportunities help us grow as individuals and as a community.
The Fall Adult Program guide for all classes is now available here or you may pick up a printed copy in the commons after all services.
Calling All Artists: writers, photographers, musicians, actors, painters, ...teens too, all welcome! Fri., Sep. 28, 7:30 p.m., Social Hall. Deborah Haynes asks: "Endowed with such gifts, how should creativity be used to heal our communities?" UUCF has many artists helping to heal the world. But, how can we collaboratively use our art to engage in social justice work? WomenArts says " To create lasting social change...facts and figures are not enough...We need to reach people's hearts as well as their minds. Artists know how to do this..." Much is happening with the arts and social change. GMU has an entire library! Browse the web-Hundreds of arts organizations engaged in social justice work are listed at artheals.org. How can UUCF artists together help heal the world? Come and brainstorm! Drinks and snacks provided. RSVP to Marsha Giusti , (703) 425-1902.
"Spirituality/Unitarian Universalism. What is Faith?" Sep. 30, Oct. 14 and Nov. 4, 4-5:30 p.m., Program Building Facilitated by Ministerial Intern Sarah Lenzi. Join us for three successive, stand-alone but interconnected book discussion exploring how we as UUs might understand the term faith. Sept. 30: Finding your Religion by Scott McLennan, Oct. 14: Faith by Sharon Salzberg, Nov. 4: The Courage to Be by Paul Tillich. All the books are available through amazon new or used (make sure to use the link on uucf.org!) and are likely available at the local library. If you have trouble locating copies, please email Sarah .
"Welcoming LGBTs in Your Faith Community" Conference at UUCF. Fri., Oct. 19, 7 p.m., movie - "An Ordinary Family;" and Sat., Oct. 20, 1-8:30 p.m. - workshops, worship, fellowship dinner and guest speaker Zack Wahls, author of "My Two Moms." For congregations and individuals questioning how to reconcile the tenets of their faith and LGBT inclusion. All are welcome. Register here or email for more information. Please tell your friends. Volunteers needed. |
Connect
The following opportunities help us connect with each other. Click here for a listing of more ways to connect at UUCF.
Tea Time for Seniors. Thu., Sep. 27, 2 p.m., Sanctuary/Commons. Are you 70+? Do you want to make an impact on our community and the world? Do you want to connect with other UUCFers interested in Social Justice and service? If you answered yes to the above, please join us for a tea time brainstorming session and discussion with intern minister Sarah Lenzi, social justice minister Kären Rasmussen, and member Judy Beattie. Just bring your selves and your thoughts about how seniors can get more involved in justice work! Email Sarah with questions.
Calling UUCF Small Group Leaders! Sign up New Members at Small Group Sign-up Weekend. Sep. 29-30, after services, Commons. Do you lead one of our many small groups? You're invited to participate in this weekend of helping more congregants make small group connections (see details below). We'll have tables in the Commons for you to bring sign-up sheets (please bring your own, along with some basic info about your group) and talk with potential new members. Please let Laura Horton-Ludwig know if you plan to participate.
Small Group Sign-ups Coming September 29-30! Looking for ways to connect more deeply with others in our congregation? Come to UUCF Small Group Sign-up Weekend! Services that weekend will celebrate the power of small groups to help us all grow, connect and serve. Representatives of many UUCF groups will be on hand after services to talk with you about their groups. Pick one ... or more ... and get connected! (In the meantime, to learn more about UUCF small groups, visit uucf.org and click on "CONNECT.")
Lunch and More at National Harbor. Travel Trek. Sat., Sep. 29, 10:45 a.m. - gather in UUCF parking lot to carpool or drive separately and meet at the Gaylord Resort and Hotel for all-you-can-eat luncheon buffet - $18. Park in Gaylord Resort lot and keep your ticket with you for a three-hour-free stamp at the restaurant. After lunch each carpool will decide what they wish to do, including Saturday market with crafts, art and food or strolling the many shops. Note: National Harbor is across the Potomac River from Alexandria. To sign up or for questions, contact Elaine Keener, 703-476-9333.
Circle Dinners. Sat., Sep. 29, 6 p.m. Circle dinners are potlucks hosted in participants' homes. Meet new people and renew old acquaintances. We have dinners for adults only and for families with children. Sign up in the Commons after services. Contact Ray or Gisela Leon.
Youth Event. Movie and Pizza With the Minister. Sat., Sep. 29, 6-9 p.m., Program Building. Join Parish Minister Mary Katherine Morn for a
movie, pizza and spirited conversation. For information contact Helen Rose.
UUCF Fall Adult Retreat. Oct. 5-7, Claymont Court, WV. Join your UUCF friends at this historic country setting for spiritual, intellectual and artistic activities, exciting workshops and delicious meals. Jokes, dancing, an original one-act play and much more on Saturday evening. Print out a registration form or visit our registration booth in the Commons after services. For information contact Richard May.
Young Adult Post-Polylogue Pizza. Oct. 6, 6:30 p.m., Sanctuary. Join us for young adult fellowship and discussion over pizza. Suggested donation $5. Please RSVP to Sarah and indicate any dietary needs.
Artisans Needed. UUCF Holiday Bazaar. Sat. and Sun., Nov. 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; and Nov. 18, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Are you an artist or craftperson? The annual UUCF Holiday Bazaar is a great place to show and sell your work. To apply for a booth at the show contact Mary Ellen Larkins. Applications due Oct. 15.
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Serve
The following are opportunities for service within and beyond UUCF. Click here to find out about more ways to serve. Get Involved on the Youth/Adult Committee. Meeting on Sun., Sep. 30., 6-8 p.m., Program Building. Get engaged in decision making, implementing and supporting the youth social and social justice programs for the coming year. All are welcome. For information contact Helen Rose.
Needed: At-large Member of Social Justice Council (SJC). SJC meets first Tuesday of the month, 7:30 p.m., Program Building. SJC is composed of the chairs or selected representatives from each of the committees/groups doing social justice work at UUCF. Group meets monthly to share ideas across groups, select Share-the-Plate recipients and plan social justice activities. Must have an interest in social justice work. Contact Steve Myles.Fight Local Hunger. Be Part of the Big Picture. Complete the Circle 2012. Sun., Oct. 21, 2-5 p.m., Fairfax. Sign up by Sep. 23. Cost: $5 covers cost of t-shirts. Nearly 70,000 people in Fairfax County don't know where their next meal is coming from. Our Daily Bread's Complete the Circle project raises awareness and fights hunger in the county. Last year, about 700 people (including almost 70 UUCFers) participated, bringing 2,500 lbs. of non-perishable food to the event and then posing in color-coded t-shirts as a "living painting," photographed from the sky. This year's goal is $10,000, 10,000 lbs. of food and 1,000 participants. To be part of the UUCF team, contact Barb Brehm or Ruth Reagan.
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News From our Friends
This section brings you announcements from UUCF members and friends as well as neighboring UU congregations, UU organizations or organizations affiliated with this Congregation.
Gentle Kripalu Yoga Program. Wednesdays, Sep. 12- Oct. 31, 7-8:15 p.m., Rooms 3-4. Eight classes - $75. Drop-ins - $15 per class. Feeling stiff? Creaky? Cranky? Stretch yourself! Contact Jan Cooper, Certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher, 703-426-0463.
Fall Yoga at UUCF. Saturdays, Sep. 15-Dec. 14, 9:30-11 a.m., Rooms 3 & 4. For beginners and experienced yogis. New manuals and sets as well as old favorites. Improve your breathing, reduce stress and pain, get in shape and enhance your quality of life. Rates: $15 a session ($11 for seniors); $168 for the 14 sessions; $74 for 7. One free session for first-time participants. Contact Ravi Kaur (Christine Mason), 571-213-3192.
FLY Meeting. Tue., Sep. 21, 7:30-9 p.m., UUCF Program Building.FLY (Fairfax Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning Youth), a support and social group for youth ages 12 (with parental permission) to 19.FLY on Facebook.
Teach-In on "Racism/Mass Incarceration and Investment in the Prison Industrial Complex." Sat., Sep. 29, 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 pm, All Souls Church. This event is offered through collaboration with The People's Coalition and Occupy DC. Other groups from the Washington, DC area are also involved. The People's Coalition is a grassroots, diverse, secular and multi-faith community organization. This group was formed in the 1990's in response to police shootings of young African American men. With the killing of Trayvon Martin, the group reformed in March 2012. Representatives of Occupy DC have been part of The People's Coalition in the past and present
The 3rd Annual Goddess Diaries. Oct. 12-13, 7:30pm, Harris Theater, George Mason University. From surviving bridal registries and bad husbands to facing the uncertainties of new motherhood, seven true stories chronicle key milestones in the lives of girls and women, storytellers ranging in age from 11 to 66. Here's a link for tickets. All proceeds benefit GMU's Victims of Violence Fund.
Mindful Journey with UUs to Argentina. Feb. 23 - Mar. 3, 2013. Toronto's Neighbourhood UU Congregation's Eighth Annual Silent Retreat. This time to Buenos Aires and Iguazu Falls. Click here for more information. |
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