Upcoming Assemblies
March 16
"Humanity's Child"
Speaker: Rev. Dr. Kendyl Gibbons
These days, I picture the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem over a path strewn with palm leaves, with the disciples holding a banner proclaiming "Mission Accomplished." Days later, the prophet of peace died in agony at the hands of corrupt religious and military oppression. Five years ago, our nation launched a war that was meant to end in triumph, and today our young men and women continue to die-and live-in agony. The crucifixion is not a one-time event, but a story that we seem doomed to repeat again and again. On this Palm Sunday, what shall we make of this old image, so often reiterated?
March 23
"The Pagent of Spring"
Today we pause to mark the vernal equinox and welcome the new season. We will take a closer look at this age-old practice of hailing the springtime and reflect on its value for us still today. With music, song, poetry and prose we will express our own longings to be rejuvenated as the natural world springs back to life. Be sure to join us for the Spring Breakfast at 9:00, and the Sing-along at 9:45.
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Updates
and Reminders
Parking at FUS
The Vineland Parking Ramp attached to Walker Art Center is available for FUS parking on Sundays. The cost is $1, and coupons for $1 are available in the FUS Office. Simply park your car in the ramp, remembering to bring your ticket with you as you leave the parking facility; come to FUS and stop by the office to pick up a coupon.
Electronic Versions of The First Unitarian Newsletter are available at the FUS website at www.firstunitariansociety.org. They are posted there each month. If you would like to stop receiving the printed version via postal mail and access the electronic version instead, simply contact the FUS Office with that request: 612-377-6608, or send an email request by clicking here.
Membership Orientation
If you are interested in learning more about the Society, contact Teresa West, Membership Director at 612-377-6608 ext. 104 or by clicking here. |
FUS Email Contacts
Phone: 612-377-6608
Fax: 612-377-2151 | |
Greetings from Mount Curve! 
This Sunday, March 16, the FUS Library Committee will hold its Spring Book Sale. Drop by the library to find some terrific summer reading.
This Sunday also is the Cinnamon Extravaganza, a celebration of delicious sweet rolls. No calorie counting allowed! |
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Sunday, March 23, 2008
Spring Equinox Celebration Please note that on March 21st there will be NO spring equinox event sponsored by FUS as publicized in the March newsletter. The Society's festivities will be on Sunday morning March 23rd and are geared for the whole family. There will be no regular RE classes, but special activities for children during part of the assembly time include an egg hunt and parachute games.
$7/adult $3/child
Lower Assembly Hall
Serving from 9:00--9:45am
Sing-along Songs of the Season
Upper Assembly Hall
9:45--10:20am with the Eclectics
The Pageant of Spring
Intergenerational Assembly 10:30am
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Cinnamon Roll Sunday!
Cinnamon Rolls will be for sale this Sunday, March 16th.They are made fresh from dough lovingly kneaded by Shelley & Jean at the crack of dawn  Sunday morning. Buns are $3 each; proceeds go to FUS Alliance. They will be ready about 11:00 a.m.
Smells, of course, will be wafting through the building much earlier! |
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Conversation with the Trustees - Music Consultant Report
March 16, 12:00 p.m. in the Chalice Room
Mark Slegers, UUA music consultant and music director at the Portland, Oregon UU church, visited FUS in November, spoke to members and staff, and conducted a forum during which he reviewed preliminary findings from music surveys completed by FUS members and friends.
We now have his report containing the findings and recommendations for improving our music program. A subcommittee of the Board of Trustees has reviewed the report as well as the surveys (which were redacted to keep names confidential).
During this Conversation with Trustees, board members will provide copies of the report, present the conclusions from the report and surveys, and propose an action plan for moving forward. Please come and join us. Refreshments will be served.
The report also will be posted to the FUS website. Check the FUS home page for the link.
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FUS Author Autographs
On Sunday, March 16, FUS member and author Nancy Miller will be at the Bookstore autographing copies of her new book "The Wondrous Toy Workshop." Stop by to learn more about the inspiring story of Hanni Sager and discover projects fun for parents and children.
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Did You Know... ?
The online Calendar available on the Society's website is a great way to stay current with events at FUS. For example, FUS member and Minnesota Orchestra musician Colin Corner has just added a free recital on March 31. Use the Quick Links section on the left to access calendar listings.
Items for consideration for The Unitarian FLASH may be submitted at any time. It is published on a somewhat flexible schedule, usually twice per month.
Submissions for all of these publications can be made by emailing them to Morgan Rock, Publications Coordinator or by clicking here. Please identify the publication and the date for which you'd like the submission considered.
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