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TOWN HALL MEETING THIS SUNDAY 5/1!!
 11:30 in the Sanctuary: Childcare provided.
This is your opportunity to share your thoughts on the fiscal priorities for the coming year. Please come to share your ideas on where our community should focus our resources and assure we have the right budget for the congregation to vote on. We'll provide the draft budget with the results of the Stewardship Campaign, share the details of the budget, gather input and answer questions. Contact Jonathon Dunmore drfooz@comcast.net or Laura McKee mckeelaura@ymail.com for more info.
Annual Meeting May 15 after service in the Sanctuary Childcare provided |
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Roots & Branches
 We are looking forward to continuing to deepening our roots and spreading our branches in the coming year. In case you missed the stewardship update on Easter Sunday, WE NEED YOUR PLEDGES for the 2011-2012 fiscal year! Please join one of the last 2 Stewardship parties: Norman & Linda Groetzinger, 3420 N. Seminary, 10:30AM Saturday April 30 If you can't attend one of these gatherings, PLEASE EMAIL THE CHURCH OFFICE NOW with your commitment AT office@secondunitarian.org, SO THAT WE CAN HAVE THE BEST POSSIBLE DRAFT BUDGET FOR THE TOWN HALL MEETING ON SUNDAY! |
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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 May 1, 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, broomejv@att.net. We look forward to seeing you there! |
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Arbor Day Celebration
 Sunday, May 1 at 10:00am, 2U Backyard
"Between every two pines is a doorway to a new world." ~John Muir
We will be opening new doors, planting trees in the backyard in honor of Arbor Day, and taking time to create a living memorial in honor of Bill Wiltfong, whose last wishes were to spread his ashes in the church's gardens, giving him another opportunity to bring beauty and hope into our world.
Please join us in this expression of the interconnected web of life.
Blessings, Jim Simonis, Libby Hill, and Susan Frances
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Lay Preacher & Worship Presentation Workshop
 Saturday May 14, 10:00am - 1:00pm Do you have an interest in having a role in developing a service, addressing the congregation in a service, collaborating with others in a service presentation? Come discuss your ideas, learn what it takes to provide a meaningful sermon and how the Religious Services Committee (RSC) supports and assists you in developing your ideas.
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Parents Meeting
 Sunday May 22 at Noon in the Sanctuary
All 2U Parents! Please come to an informational meeting on May 22 at noon in the Sanctuary hosted by the Lifespan Faith Development (LFD) Council.
Come hear about the Summer 2011 Sunday School program and our curriculum plans for the Fall. You can also pick up your kids' summer registration forms.
Childcare will be provided.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Gabrielle Montgomery & Alyssa Stowe |
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Upcoming 2U Young Adult Events
On May 7th, Emily Sharp and Jason Lamb will be hosting a 2U Young Adult movie night! All Young Adults (18-35) are welcome, email emily.jason.1018@gmail.com for more information.
For more information on 2U Young Adult activities and events, email Arcenia Harmon at oya7@yahoo.com.
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Social Justice News
The Rev. William Schulz, President & CEO of the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee encourages passage of 2U anti-death penalty resolution at May 15 Annual Meeting.
Read the letter. It is also posted on the Community bulletin board in the Palmer Room.
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Springfield, Tuesday May 10 2011 |
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New Member
 Sara Gmitro grew up in Deerfield, IL where she attended the North Shore Unitarian Church. Following her graduation from the University of Maryland where she studied studio art (painting), she lived in Washington, D.C. She returned to Chicago and earned her master's degree in education from Columbia College. For the past three years she has taught art at a K-8 elementary school in the Austin neighborhood. Next year she will be teaching art at an elementary school in Wilmette. In her free time, Sara enjoys making art (painting and mixed media) loves cooking, reading, and yoga. She feels excited about joining 2U and is looking forward to becoming involved with the 2U community. |
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Pride Sunday Celebration
On June 26th, Marilyn Hebda will be preaching on "How We Can Make It Better and A Celebration Of Civil Unions In Illinois"
She invites same-sex couples in committed relationships, civil unions or marriages to participate. The couples will be recognized during the service by the congregation.
Any couple who would like to participate or has questions, please contact Marilyn at mfranceshebda@mac.com or 773-857-3035.
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Picnic & Worship in the Park
Sunday July 17, 2011
Sign up now for the 2011 summer picnic in the park. For the outdoor service planned for Saturday, July 17, we need some volunteers to help make this event even better than last year's. Event coordinators are Fran Simons, frandidit@aol.com and David Leaman, deleaman@att.net. Sign up at the What's Happening table in the Palmer Room.
"No one can do everything, but everyone can do something."
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Whale Coast Alaska 2011
 Have you always dreamed of visiting Alaska? Do you enjoy meeting other UUs? Do you enjoy getting to know your fellow travelers? If so, WhaleCoast Alaska 2011 is for you! Four Alaskan UU fellowships invite you to experience our eco-cultural and spiritual program this summer as we celebrate our 15th year! See Alaska through the eyes of local UUs with homestays, wildlife experiences, and tour activities in Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, and Sitka. Visit Denali National Park. Experience Native Alaskan culture. Enjoy all that our beautiful state has to offer. Programs led by Dave Frey and Bre Griffin, members of the farthest north UU congregation, with 36 years of Alaska living between them. Visit www.WhaleCoastAK.org or email dfrey@whalecoastak.org or information, or call 907-322-4966. We would love to share our Alaska with you! |
Money Matter$ Fiscal Year 2010-11 Operating Budget Status: YTD through March Income Pledges & Collection Plate 138,797 Other Income 33,331 Total YTD Income $172,128 Expenses Collection Plate Sharing 5,574 All Other Expenses 158,747 Total YTD Expenses $164,321 Total Annual Budget $254,474 Balance Sheet Snapshot - March Total Reserves & Investments 216,896 Land & Building (2001 appraisal) 2,060,000 Endowment 1,256 Restricted Funds 8,999 Total Long Term Debt $287,025 |
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| Calendar | |
Sunday May 1
Intergenerational May Day service at 10:30 led by Rev. Adam Robersmith & Gabrielle Montgomery; Music by the 2U Choir
10:00 - Arbor Day Celebration
TOWN HALL MEETING AFTER SERVICE
11:45 - Orientation
Noon - Pastoral Care Team Meeting
Noon - Social Justice Council Meeting
Wednesday May 4
5:30 - Community Night
6:30 - Vespers
7:00 - UU Spiritual Practices
Sunday May 8
Mothers Day
Worship at 10:30: Rev. Adam Robersmith preaches; music by Carey Farrell
9:00 - Music Committee
9:30 - Membership Cttee
11:30 - Board Chat
Noon - COM Meeting
Wednesday May 11
6:30 - Vespers
7:00 - UU Spiritual Practices
7:00 - Board of Trustees
Saturday May 14
10:00am - Lay-Led Preacher & Service Presentation Workshop
Sunday May 15
Worship at 10:30 with the Rev. Adam Robersmith & Steve Hier; music by Jim Simonis
ANNUAL MEETING AFTER SERVICE
Wednesday May 18
6:30 - Vespers
7:00 - UU Spiritual Practices
7:00 - LFD Council Meeting
Saturday May 21
9:45 - Council Meeting
Sunday May 22
Worship at 10:30: Rev. Rudra Dundzila preaches; music by the 2U Folk Ensemble
Noon - Parents Meeting
Noon - RSC Meeting
Wednesday May 25
6:30 - Vespers
Sunday May 29
Memorial Day Weekend
Bike the Drive
Lay-Led service at 10:30 with Seth Fisher
Tuesday May 31
5:30 - Night Ministry Cooking
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| Church Office Information & Staff | |
Office Hours
Tuesday - Friday, 9am - 1pm
Consulting Minister
Rev. Adam Robersmith
773-549-0260, ext. 13
minister@secondunitarian.org
Director of Programs
Gabrielle Montgomery
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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| Communications Deadlines | To have something included in the order of service, send it via email to Gabrielle at programs@secondunitarian.org by Wednesday at noon.
The Anvil comes out on the 1st & 15th of every month. The deadline is two business days before the 1st & 15th of the month. Email submissions to Gabrielle at programs@secondunitarian.org. |
| 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
broomejv@att.net
Music Committee
Nanna Cross
nannacross@ymail.com
Pastoral Care
Rev. Adam Robersmith
minister@secondunitarian.org
Religious Services
Gary Bondurant
bondurantgary@gmail.com
Linda Marquis
lkmarquis@me.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
Neal Shankman
nshankma@hotmail.com
WIDE Community
Atena Danner-McPhaden
atena.danner@gmail.com
Young Adult Group
Arcenia Harmon
oya7@yahoo.com |
| 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 |
| Board Minutes | | Available here are the most recent approved minutes of the 2U Board of Trustees' monthly meeting. Please note that approved minutes are also posted on the bulletin board on the north wall of the Palmer Room. |
| Collection Plate Sharing | |
Our Fitts Fund recipient for March was Alexian Brothers Bonaventure House. We raised $568.05. Thank you!
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