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Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Church
www.cedarlane.org | ENewsletter Volume 4, Issue 23
December 2, 2011
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December 4, 2011 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.
"Food For the Journey"
Susan Davison Archer, Minister for Religious Education
This will be my last opportunity to lead adult worship on Sunday morning at Cedar Lane. At this transition time in my life, I will invite us to reflect on what sustains us throughout the chances and changes of our lives. The children, youth, and teachers will join us towards the end of our time together for some mutual "good-byes."
Volunteers for the Service:
Ushers: 9 a.m.: Carol and Terry Ireland, Dianne and Perry Seiffert
11 a.m.: Jane Barton, Rick and Julie Offner, and Marion Carlson
Coffee Servers: 10 a.m.: Carol and Terry Ireland
noon: Helen and Bob Pechacek
Audio: Rich Clark
Board Member at the Office Desk: 10 a.m.: Kathie Bryant, noon: Rick Offner
The flowers in the sanctuary were arranged by Kathy Houston.
Sunday Morning Forum: Current Immigration Law and Policy from an Objective Point of View with immigration attorney Don Mooers.
10:10 in the Chalice House Main Room (between services).
Please note: If you plan to attend the 9:00 a.m. worship service, that service will be 15 minutes longer in order to include the good-bye celebration for Susan. You are welcome to slip out of the service in order to get to the Forum. If you plan to attend the 11:00 a.m. worship service, there will be no conflict. |
JOIN US THIS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4!
The Reverend Susan Archer, our Minister of Religious Education, is retiring December 31. A celebration honoring our beloved Susan will take place this Sunday, December 4, both services.
Make sure the date is on your family's calendar! Susan delivers her last Cedar Lane sermon on this date. Following her sermon, our Religious Education classes will join us in the sanctuary for a short and special program honoring her years with our children and us. A cupcake party for all will follow immediately in the lounge.
Contributions toward Susan's gift are invited. Your tax-deductible check payable to "CLUUC" with notation of "Susan" is appreciated by November 27, but welcome later if necessary. Mail to church office, or place in Sara Deshler's mailbox in the office. |
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Upcoming Sundays
December 11, 2011
Services at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.
"Waiting For Greatness"
The Rev. Evan Keely
The Christian season of Advent -- the weeks preceding Christmas -- is a time of reflection and expectation. Do Unitarian Universalists also live in expectation? Of what?
Forum: Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) with FINRA representative and Tracey Stein, Forum committee.
10:10 in the Chalice House Main Room (between services)
Click here for future forums
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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.
Our condolences go out Dot Koltnow (Neighborhood 27) and her daughters, Nan Chase and Nina Koltnow (N18), with the death of Dot's husband and Nan and Nina's father, Pete Koltnow, on November 28th after a long illness. A Service in Celebration of his Life will be held on Saturday, December 10th at 1:00 pm at Cedar Lane. All are welcome.
Healing wishes are with Hilary Smith (N16) who is recovering at home from rotator cuff surgery.
We lend our love and support to Laurie Richardson and Ken and Emily Maddox (N23) The week of Thanksgiving, Ken's mother, Sue Maddox, was hospitalized and the family learned that Laurie's aunt, Anne Richardson Burdett, died in her sleep on November 25th. (Thankfully, Sue Maddox's health is improving.)
Our hearts go out to Amanda, Gabriela, Sofia and Itati Garzon (N20) with the unexpected death of Amanda's sister, Kathy Waters. A memorial service was held at Cedar Lane on November 30th.
And it is with sadness that we share the news that former Cedar Lane member, John Hilke (the elder) died on November 26th at the age of 91. John, his wife Charlotte, their son John and daughter-in-law D.D. all were long-time and active members at Cedar Lane before they relocated. Son John writes: "He had a good time at our belated Thanksgiving celebration on Friday and had a chance to chat with everyone in our immediate family during the festivities before declining rapidly that evening." Services will be held in the future near the Hilke's home in Washington state. Condolences may be sent to 17250 NE 156th Court, Woodinville, WA 98072.
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.
Grieving a Loved One Through the Holidays
At their best, the winter holidays are joyous times with family and other companions. However, the death of a loved one can make the holiday season a difficult time of grief and renewed sadness. As is our annual tradition, on December 18 at 12:30 pm in the Chapel, there will be a gathering of those who wish to share their thoughts and feelings about the people they miss this holiday season. Contact Heather Janules at hjanules@cedarlane.org or x204 with any questions. |
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Music Notes From the Director of Music
Dr. Henry Sgrecci
December 4
This morning we offer musical reflections of the personal "guideposts" that Rev. Susan Archer has called her own. We share her love of religion, of people, and of nurturing young people. We offer our own gratitude for the many years of service she has given to the CLUUC Congregation and its beloved children. And we have kept the music simple and loving, with messages that are pleasant to hear and easy to convey. Each of the Choir's songs has been sung often during worship services. The Spiritual "I Shall Not Be Moved" is intended as an enthusiastic attention getter, in the style that Susan herself might choose to begin a Chapel Service. What better way to reflect simplicity than with the popular Shaker tune that we hear as both Prelude and Offertory, "Simple Gifts?" and our Anthem, "The Gift of Love," is intended to let Susan know that we expect the love with which we embrace her today to remain a part of her, and us, forever. |
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Calendar
Please visit the church calendar here.
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Environmental Task Force
Green Entertaining Tips for the Holidays
Excerpts from an article by Lori Hill:
- Opt for Dishware Over Disposables -- When serving food, I urge my clients to use glassware, silverware and dishware instead of disposables since you can reuse them over and over again.
- Use Soy or Beeswax Candles --Traditional candles are made with paraffin, a petroleum byproduct, which burns dirty and pollutes the air. Soy candles are an Earth friendly option.
See full article
Click here to check out more Holiday Green Tips! |
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Around the Church
Please remember that on Sunday mornings the lower parking lot is reserved for RE teachers!
Thank you!
Wreath Supplies Needed for Holiday Craft Day: Please collect evergreen and holly trimmings from your yard and bring them to church the evening before or the morning of Holiday Craft Day, Saturday December 3rd. If you plan to make a wreath at Craft Day, you can save money by bringing your own wreath form and pins from home. For questions about wreath supplies, please contact Chris Black at christineireneblack@hotmail.com.
The Alliance Holiday Luncheon is this Thursday, December 8th at 11:30AM. All are welcome. Please bring a salad, vegetable or dessert to serve six or eight. Ham and turkey will be provided. Sing We Now Nowell!! Join Cedar Laners Susan Clark and Leslie Backus for a lively session of holiday music, with Cedar Lane organist Thom Guthrie adding his own sparkle at the piano. There will be a couple of solo turns, and singalongs of lots of your holiday favorites. For more information, call Arlene Goldman at 301-871-8367.
Holiday Play and Potluck
Cedar Laners of all Ages are invited for fun and fellowship to our annual Holiday Play and Potluck, on Saturday, December 10, 5- 7 p. m. This year children will be acting out "Bah Humbug," based on "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens. All ages will enjoy attending, with lots of singing as well as audience participation. The early evening supper will conclude in time for adults to have a "night out." Please bring a dish to share at a festive buffet after the program. Dish should serve 10 - 12 people and should be dropped off in kitchen before the program; Last names A-K: Main Dish (vegetarian dishes welcome); L-S: Salad or Side Dish; T-Z: Dessert. Sign up by December 5 through the RE office (301) 493-8300, x 207; re@cedarlane.org.
Beacon House Donations Needed
Bring new, unwrapped gifts to church to share with children and teens (ages 5-18) at Beacon House. They can be toys, books, sweaters, hats, and gloves. Donations of gift wrap are also welcome. There will be donation sites on Sundays, both upstairs by the front door and downstairs in the Administration area, until the morning of December 18, which will be the absolute LAST day to bring them.
Delivering Gifts: We need help to deliver all the gifts to Beacon House in (NE) DC after 12:15 p.m. on Sunday, December 18. Please contact Rev. Susan if you can help!
New Babies/Children
Once again we will be lighting candles for the newly arrived children or grandchildren (born or adopted since December 24, 2010) of members of our congregation, during the December 24, 6:00 p.m. Christmas Eve service. Please let Susan Archer or the church office know of children born or adopted. You need not be present for us to celebrate your babe!
Saturday, March 24
The 2012 Cedar Lane Spring Auction is only a few months away - with a NEW THEME and lots of new bidding opportunities. Please mark your calendars and SAVE THE DATE!!
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION FOR ALL AGES
Susan Archer, Minister of Religious Education
Vanessa Steck, Coordinator of Senior High Youth Ministry
Gale Ginther Luce and Jeannette Wilson, Administrators
For information and to register for classes and programs call 301-493-8300 x207 or e-mail RE@cedarlane.org.
Upcoming RE
Saturday, Dec. 3: Holiday Craft Day
Sunday, Dec. 4: Susan's Farewell Celebration!
Saturday, Dec. 10: Holiday Potluck and Play
Sunday, Dec. 11: St. Lucia's Day in chapel
Saturday, Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Services at 4:30, 6:00, and 10:30 p.m.
Before you leave for church this Sunday, Remember it's . . .
Rev. Susan's Farewell Celebration!
Please join us for worship in the sanctuary! We are still collecting cards and donations for Susan's retirement gift. They can be given to Sara Deshler in the main office.
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JOIN US TOMORROW!!!
Holiday Craft Day is tomorrow, Saturday, December 3 from 10-3 at Cedar Lane. Don't miss the fun of a day of crafting homemade holiday gifts with friends and family. Please bring your own picnic lunch for our noon break of eating and singing. Support the 7th graders social justice fundraiser by buying delicious treats from their bake sale. (Refreshments will not be provided.)
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Let your voice be heard! We've been receiving lots of RSVPs (thank you!), but we still have plenty of room for more participants! All Cedar Laners are encouraged to attend "Mapping Cedar Lane's Journey Towards Multicultural Wholeness" Sunday, December 11 after second service in the Sanctuary (12:30-2:30). This event, sponsored by CLARITY*, will begin with a light lunch -- (the only December CLUUC community lunch). We are honored to have Paula Cole Jones, Director for Racial and Social Justice for the Joseph Priestley District, here to lead us through a workshop and group exercise to assess our congregation's level of readiness to be part of an anti-racist, multicultural society. Participants from previous workshops say that the workshop is quite interesting and fun.
After participating in this workshop, Cedar Laners will be in a better position to understand where we are, where we want to be, and to work on planning our next steps - both as individual committees/functions, as well as for our church community as a whole.
RSVP to ariel_mora1@hotmail.com. (This information is also available on the CLARITY website, and on flyers located at the back of the sanctuary.)
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Monday, December 5th, 2-4 PM
Montgomery County Holiday Help and Relief Resources:
An informal information exchange and donation swap event for MC unemployed. 2-4 PM, In the Lounge and Chapel. Come learn from Catherine Hogan. M.S., about wide-ranging Montgomery County resources you may not know exist that can provide assistance during troubled times. Also available will be information on employment support and engagement services from the State of Maryland Professional Outplacement Assistance Center (POAC) and Montgomery Works, as well as Manna Food, SHARE, A Wider Circle and many more. Come at 1:45 to bring a unwanted or gently used toy, interview appropriate clothing, stocking stuffer, any other small item(s) you wish to donate to help another and stay after the presentation to swap and pick up something you may need to brighten your holiday. Additional gifts through donations are being requested and may be available.
Help with the event will be appreciated, help needed, 1. a backup person with a minivan or truck to help transport donated items from the Kensington Armory on Mitchell St. to the church on 12/5 around 12:30 just prior to the event. 2. Help between 12:45-2 to help putting out toys, clothing, other donations and handouts on tables, or come thereafter to bag remains, 3. anyone willing to play piano or guitar at around 3:50/so to end the presentation with a holiday tune or two. We would be also be grateful for any donations to this event anyone wishes to make. Catherine Hogan, the organizer, may be reached at hogan.catherine.a@gmail.com or at 240-370-0475. |
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REGISTRATION DEADLINE for New Orleans Rebuilding Mission: December 16 !
Sign up now for Cedar Lane's February 4-11 trip to help rebuild houses in New Orleans. We have a great group of new and returning volunteers already committed. We want YOU to join us!.
Email our team leader Mike Burski, mga1960@earthlink.net about costs, questions, and how to register. |
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Winter Solstice Celebration
Vespers Service-Music, Readings & Poetry
Sunday, December 18th,
6 p.m. in the Chapel
Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Church
9601 Cedar Lane, Bethesda, MD 20814
301-493-8300
www.cedarlane.org
(snow date = January 8th)
Members of the Journeywomen and Other Connection Circles
Music Provided by Duo Atlantica, with
Carol Ireland, Harpsichord
Margaret Turner, Baroque Blockflote
Winter solstice brings the longest night of the year and the start of the new light of the lengthening days. Join our vespers celebration with music, accompanied by readings and poetry of the mystery of darkness and the joy of light. Following the service, light seasonal refreshments will be served in the library (no dinner). Optional donations for Beacon House will be accepted - hats, scarves, mittens, unwrapped new toys, or cash.
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Beyond the Church
Click here to learn about some events sponsored by friends of Cedar Lane.
UU-UNO: Join an Envoy Training
Date: Tuesday, December 13th, 6:00-7:30pm EST
Event: "Think Globally, Act Locally" Envoy Training
Hosts: Envoy Outreach Coordinator, Holly Sarkissian Youth Envoy Coordinator, Kamila Jacob
Description: For the first time, the UU-UNO will be offering comprehensive Envoy Trainings via conference call!
Join a training to learn community organizing strategies for:
- building global awareness and support in your congregation
- engaging fellow UUs in the work of the UU-UNO and United Nations
- planning a UN Sunday or UU-UNO event
- AND MORE!
Email Holly Sarkissian to RSVP. Participants also have the option of particpating online using video technology. Learn more about this feature when you RSVP.
Questions: Email us at hsarkissian@uua.org and/or call (212) 986-5165
Ralph and Janice Krause
8606 Garfield St.
Bethesda, MD 20817
Voice: 301-530-4790
Email: TheKrauses@Starpower.net |
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Sara Deshler
Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Church |
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