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Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Church Newsletter
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July 8, 2011
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July 10
"Meditation and Buddhism"
Carole Rogentine, Deborah Ratner Helzer, Catherine Brousseau and Andy Streich.
How we can find peace of mind and relate to our challenges in a more skillful way. The presenters have been involved in Buddhist practice for many years. They have attended retreats and have a regular meditation practice. Carole, Deborah and Catherine are on the Insight Meditation Community of Washington (IMCW) teacher council, have done teacher training at Buddhist Centers, and teach meditation classes at Cedar Lane. Andy leads the Tuesday morning "Just Sitting" at Cedar Lane and has studied with meditation teacher Gil Fronsdal.
Volunteers: Ushers: Mary Farrar, Norman Grossblatt, Jane Barton, and Bob Harrison Coffee Server: Emily Holdenried Audio: Rich Clark Board Member at the Reception Desk: Rick Offner Visitor's Center: Lisa Chernikoff The flowers in the Sanctuary were arranged by Isabel Marbury-Mauro. |
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We Care
The We Care program is a network led by volunteers who reach out to address short-term needs - food deliveries, rides to doctor's appointments, a listening ear in the event of a loss. The Cedar Lane congregation is organized geographically by "neighborhoods"; each neighborhood has at least one chairperson to coordinate support. Look at your nametag or the map in the church office to find your neighborhood.
We celebrate with Amina Hafiz and Darrius Sarraf (Neighborhood 18) who welcomed their first child, Finn Hafiz Sarraf, into the world on July 7th - 4 lbs, 6.5 oz, 17.5 inches long. Finn requires a brief stay in the NICU but will be ready to come home soon. Hooray!
Update on Marjorie Melton (N25): After a few days at Shady Grove Hospital, Marjorie is now back at Ingleside, receiving care on their rehabilitation unit. Visitors are welcome.
And we rejoice with Ariel Mora (N25) who writes, "[My son] Gavin ap'Morrygan will be getting married to Nichole Koehl in Red Bank, NJ on July 9. Gavin & Nikki met on an internet chat board for fans of movie director Kevin Smith, who will officiate at their wedding." Congrats to everyone!
And, on a practical note, we welcome Helen Pechacek as the new Chair of the We Care program. Helen is a long-time chairperson for N29 and brings great energy and compassion to her lay ministry. Thank you, Helen, for your service and leadership, to your neighborhood and the program as a whole!
Should you know of a member of our community in personal need, you are encouraged to reach out to them. If you learn that this person wishes to receive a response from the church, please contact Heather Janules at hjanules@cedarlane.org All ministers offer pastoral care to our members so you are also encouraged to contact any member of the ministerial team.
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Music Notes From the Director of Music
Dr. Henry Sgrecci
Music Notes
July 10 - For this unique worship service on Buddhism, the women of the Adult Choir will present a new selection, Paula Tillen's "Anthem of Peace," based on the text of the Vietnamese poet, Thich Nhat Hanh. The Choir will also intone two Buddhist chants, "Gate, Gate," (Gone, Gone) and "Three Refuge Chants." The Congregation will sing "Gather the Spirit" and "Meditation on Breathing."
For more on the music for upcoming Sundays and the Music Department click here. |
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Upcoming Sundays
There will be one Sunday Service at 10 a.m. from May 1 through September 4.
July 17
"Promises, Hopes, and Changes" Rev. Leslie Westbrook, Ph.D., LCPC, Endorsed Community Minister in Pastoral Counseling
July 24, 2011
"Beyond Light Bulbs: Covenant and Collective Action"
Matt Meyer
For more information about these sermons click here
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Around the Church
Check out the UU summer camps here or in the fliers under the bulletin board in the office.
Admin Ministries-item to note, there have been thefts at area churches that occur during services. Please be careful to keep your valuables with you. Click here to learn more.
Find out what the CSA/farmer's market has this week.
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EDUCATION FOR ALL AGES
Susan Archer, Minister of Religious Education
Gale Ginther Luce and Jeannette Wilson, Administrators
For information and to register for classes and programs
call 301-493-8300 x207 or email RE@cedarlane.org.
Click on the blue links below for the full articles.
Religious Education for Children (RE)
RE Office Summer Hours
During the summer, Gale and Jeannette have reduced office hours. If you need to get in touch with us, please leave a phone message on 301-439-8300 x207, or an email message at RE@cedarlane.org. We will check them weekly and get back to you as soon as we can. If your need is immediate, please contact Rev. Susan at 301-493-8300 x206 or sarcher@cedarlane.org.
RE Registration Information
We have sent out our preliminary registration information by email. To register your children, respond to the email, and return all necessary forms to the RE office. If you haven't received an email, and would like to register your children, contact the RE office!
No Summer RE for K-5!
Due to budget constraints "Summer Sundays for Grades K-5" has been cancelled for this year. Children are welcome to attend services with their families. As always, high quality loving childcare for ages 5 and younger will continue to be provided.
More RE News
Adult Programs (AP)
Register for Adult Programs in the RE office! New classes: Beginning Yoga continues through the summer on Tuesdays, July 12, 19, 26, August 2, 9, 23, September 6, 13, 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. The fee is $90 for 8 classes or $75 for 6 classes. We need a few more people, so call the RE office if you would like to join us! No experience necessary, but helpful. Retreat for Women with Judith Duerk: July 23, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., in the Chalice House. Wear comfortable clothing, a light lunch will be provided. $45. See the flyers under the nametags for more information. |
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GoGreen Gala
Visit the GoGreen webpage at www.cedarlane.org/gogreen.htm Contact Holly Parker (cobbparker@aol.com) or Susan Clark (songsue@aol.com) to volunteer. NEW FEATURE: Technotrash recycling. Start your summer cleanup with clearing your office of old floppy disks, CDs, video and audio tape. We will be recycling them through www.greendisk.com. Check their web site for everything that's accepted. We have recycling stations set up in the church office.
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Denominational Affairs
General Assembly 2011 Unitarian Universalists Support LGBT Equality, Ethical Eating, and Interfaith Alliances at Annual Meeting
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Social Justice Council
Green Tips
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Calendar
For access to our calendar for the next 6 months, please click here. |
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Sara Deshler
Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Church |
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