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In preparation and celebration of the winter holidays, the 2U office will be closed on Weds, Nov. 24 and Mon, Dec. 27 - Fri Dec. 31.
The will be NO Vespers services on Weds, Nov. 24 or Weds, Dec. 29.
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Sunday November 14
Worship at 10:30
Rev. Adam Robersmith preaches; music by Gail Gallagher
9:00am - Music Committee
9:30am - Membership Ctte
11:30am - COM chat
Monday November 15
9:00am - 2U Employment Group
Tuesday November 16
7:30pm - Choir Rehearsal
Weds November 17
6:30pm - Vespers
7:00pm - UU Path
Saturday November 20
9:45am - Council Meeting
Sunday November 21
Worship at 10:30
August Staas leads a Music & Meditation service; music by the 2U Choir
11:30am - Stuff Exchange
Tuesday November 23
6:00pm - Social Justice Council Meeting
Weds November 24
OFFICE CLOSED
Sunday November 28
Intergen Worship at 10:30
Rev. Adam Robersmith preaches; music by Kat Wyand
Noon - Religious Services Committee Meeting
Wednesday December 1
5:30 - Community Night
6:30 - Vespers
7:00 - Decorate the Church!
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Church Office Information & Staff
Office Hours
Mon - Thurs, 9am -
1pm
Consulting Minister
Rev. Adam Robersmith
773-549-0260, ext. 13
minister@secondunitarian.org
Director of Programs
Gabrielle Parra
773-549-0260, ext. 12
programs@secondunitarian.org
Music Director
Marianne Parker
musicdirector
@secondunitarian.org
Community
Minister
Rev. Rudra Dundzila
773-593-7500
rdundzila@uuma.org
Business
Manager
Chris Engler
773-549-0260, ext. 10
office@secondunitarian.org
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2U Ministry Leaders Contact Information
Board of Trustees
Mark Sneathen
msneathen@yahoo.com
Bookstore
Gene Horcher
horcher@att.net
Council
Neal Shankman
nshankma@hotmail.com
Finance Committee
Gregory Redfeairn
mr.rojo47@yahoo.com
Green Sanctuary
Libby Harvey-Hill
threebmetaldesign@yahoo.com
Hospitality
Pat Zukosky
zukosky@sbcglobal.net
Lifespan Faith Development
Alyssa Joy Stowe
alyssa.stowe@gmail.com
Membership
John Broome
uuajohn@live.com
Music Committee
Nanna Cross
n.cross@sbcglobal.net
Pastoral Care
Rev. Adam Robersmith
minister@secondunitarian.org
Religious Services
Gary Bondurant
bondurantgary@gmail.com
Lee-Ann Meredith
badkitty@core.com
Safe Congregations Team
Lourdes Guerrero
lsguerr4@mac.com
Lee-Ann Meredith
badkitty@core.com
Social Justice
David Groves
david@grovesology.com
Curtis Smith
cmwright@sbcglobal.net
Transylvania Church
Kimberly Bares
773-506-9319 kimberlybares@yahoo.com
Webmaster
Dave Maly
demaly@gmail.com
WIDE Community
Atena Danner-McPhaden
atena.danner@gmail.com
Young Adult Group
Arcenia Harmon
oya7@yahoo.com
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Board of Trustees
Mark Sneathen, Chair
msneathen@yahoo.com
August Staas, Chair Elect
august@staas.com
Jeff Siegel, Past Chair
jsiegel@hntb.com
Laura McKee, Treasurer
mckeelaura@ymail.com
Liz Krumweide, Secretary
liz.krum@yahoo.com
Neal Shankman, Council
nshankma@hotmail.com
Berlinda Browne, Trustee
berlinda.browne@yahoo.com
Jonathan Dunmore, Trustee
drfooz@comcast.net
Norman Groetzinger, Trustee
groetzinger.n@comcast.net
Curtis Smith, Trustee
cmwright@sbcglobal.net
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Board Minutes
Available here are the most recent approved minutes of the 2U Board of Trustees' monthly meeting. As the Board approves draft minutes in future months, it will circulate them in later issues of the Anvil. Please note that approved minutes are also posted on the bulletin board on the north wall of the Palmer Room. |
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Collection Plate Sharing
October's recipient was 2 L'il Fishes. We raised $1023.06. Thank you!  |
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COMs Chat, Sun. 11/14 at Noon
 We Need Your Input!There is no doubt that 2U has been through big changes in the last year. In that year, this congregation has put in a lot of effort to continuing and strengthening the work of the church. We've come together to find a way forward that is inclusive, collaborative, and inspiring, but that work is really only beginning. Last spring, we held our Listening and Healing Worship services to give people space to speak about where 2U had been. Now that we're solidly into the church year, the Committee on Ministries and the Rev. Robersmith would like to know what you think about where we are now. Please join us this Sunday, Nov 14th at 12:00 in the Sanctuary for an opportunity to talk with COMs and Rev. Robersmith. We want to know: What is going well? What are you uncertain about? What needs improvement? Your attendance and participation will help us as we continue to improve 2U and move toward the next steps in seeking a settled minister. The more input we have, the more likely we are to find out how we can continue to become the community we dream about. If you are unable to be there, we hope you'll take a moment to speak with a member of COMs or send us your thoughts in an email to coms@secondunitarian.org. Please join us! We look forward to speaking with you. |
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From the Director of Programs
 Upon the reinstatement of the Story for All Ages, I and the Lifespan Faith Development (LFD) Council committed to the congregation that we would be seeking feedback about the Story for All Ages after we had some time to experience it. As Thanksgiving is just around the corner, it is safe to say that the Fall season is thoroughly underway (even if the weather hasn't felt like it!).
So, what are your thoughts on the Story for All Ages? How do you feel it has impacted the overall worship life of the church? Has it affected your personal worship life? Do you have thoughts on how that time together at the beginning of our services could be different? Do you have suggestions?
In order to move forward thoughtfully, deliberately, and with the best interest of our church and our children in heart and mind, we need to hear from you.
Please share your feedback by replying to this email, or email Gabrielle Parra at programs@secondunitarian.org.
In Faith,
Gabrielle
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Indian Classical Dance & Dinner Friday Nov. 19, 6:00pm at 2U
Following up on the church service about how Peace Corps changed our lives, Linda and Norman Groetzinger invite you to a benefit for the Andrews Social Service Organization, located in their Peace Corps home town.
Friday, November 19th, from 6:00 - 8:00, at 2U:
Mostly home made Indian Dinner, Dance Performance by high school age advanced students of classical Indian Dance, and a pre-holiday Gift Sale/ Silent Auction. Tickets are $35 to the public, $25 for 2U folks. Volunteers needed Thursday evening to help set up, Friday to help clean up. THANKS! See you there! RSVP to Linda at 773-484-0883 or lgroetzinger@yahoo.com. |
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2U Swap November 21st
11:30 in the Palmer Room
 Drop off items this Sunday, Nov. 14, in the Palmer Room or during the week to the church office. Church office hours are 9am - 1pm Monday - Thursday. Early drop-off is preferred, although items will be accepted the day of the event.
WHAT TO BRING Swappable items include quality wardrobe items that you'd typically consign or donate. Items must be CLEAN (freshly laundered) and in very good condition.
Most swap-worthy items fall in 3 categories: NEW Clothes (with tags); NEARLY NEW Clothes (worn only once or twice); GENTLY USED Clothing (worn, but still in very good condition). Clothing Swap-friendly items: Coats; Dresses; Skirts; Suits; Pants; Jeans; Tops; Blouses; Sweaters; Tee-shirts; Work-out wear; Costumes; Shoes; Purses; Jewelry; Belts; Hats; Watches.
Gather all the perfectly good wardrobe items that you no longer wear or use to make space for new-to-you pieces that you actually WILL wear.
WHAT NOT TO BRING: Out of respect for fellow swappers and your community, please bring items nice enough to lend to a friend. Do not bring ripped, dirty, stained items or those with broken zippers, etc. All items must be freshly laundered and/or dry cleaned before arriving at our swap event. Thank you for your understanding. All unclaimed items will be donated to various local non-profits that provide clothing to people in need.
For more info and/or to help out, contact Libby threebmetaldesign@yahoo.com |
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Community Night - Weds, Dec. 1
 Help decorate the church for the winter holidays! Come at 5:30pm for a pizza dinner ($5 per person). Dinner will be followed by Vespers at 6:30. We will begin decorating at 7:00 after Vespers. To join us, please sign up at the What's Happening table in the Palmer Room or email Gabrielle at programs@secondunitarian.org. We look forward to seeing you there! |
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Orientation to 2nd Unitarian Church
 Second Unitarian Church would like to invite any and all visitors to the orientation we will be holding on Sunday, December 5, 11:45 - 1:45. This orientation will be facilitated by members of the 2U Membership Committee and will be an opportunity to share information about the rich history of UUism, the shared values of UUists, 2U's own role in the larger UU movement, and what membership at 2U can look like. Attending an orientation is one prerequisite for formalizing membership at 2U. So, whether you are a regular visitor who is ready to commit to membership, or you are a casual visitor who just wants to learn more about Unitarian Universalism, please join us!
Snacks will be provided and childcare will be available upon request. To register, please sign-up at the What's Happening table at church (the big table in the middle of the Palmer Room) or contact Membership Committee Chair John Broome (uuajohn@live.com). We look forward to seeing you there! |
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Volunteer for Night Ministry
Volunteers needed for the Night Ministry Outreach Bus
2U has committed to donate, to prepare, and to serve food on:
December 16, 2010 (Thursday Night)
5:30pm to 9:30pm
Can you help serve?
It will be an evening well spent with fellow church members and friends, while helping others in need.
Please sign-up at the "What's Happening" table or contact Seth Fisher fishercommaseth@gmail.com.
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Money Matter$
Fiscal Year 2010-11 Operating Budget Status: YTD thru October
Income
Pledges & Collection Plate $65,431
Other Income $15,029
Total YTD Income $80,460
Expenses
Collection Plate Sharing $1,958
All other expenses $62,831
Total YTD expenses $64,789
Total Annual Budget $254,474
Balance Sheet Snapshot - October
Total reserves & investments $256,311
Land & building (2001 appraisal) $2,060,000
Endowment $1,167
Restricted Funds $8,261
Total long term debt $288,792 |
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