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"The Seven Principles: Precepts or Platitudes" with Steven Protzman, Summer Minister preaching.Are the seven principles lofty and lovely but irrelevant poetry? Or are they meaningful guideposts by which we can measure and shape our spiritual growth as individuals, as congregations and as an Association? In this first Summer Assembly we will explore the principles within the larger context of Unitarian Universalism and reflect about whether they are truly spiritual precepts to live by or mere platitudes to be framed and hung on the wall.
Click here to view descriptions of upcoming Forums and Assemblies.
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Reminders
Women's Awareness Group Meets June 14
The meeting will be held at the home of Wanda McCaa. FUS women are invited to join us at 6:30 p.m. for a potluck dinner followed by an open discussion. For more information and to RSVP call Wanda.
The next Ceremony for Healing and Grieving will be held at 12:15 p.m. on June 20. FUS holds a special, short service for those who are grieving from 12:15 to about 12:30 the third Sunday of each month in the Sir Isaac Newton Room (#107). At each service, participants will light a candle in honor of their lost loved one, read and hear words of comfort and hope, and be in silent company with others who have suffered a loss. For more information, call Summer Minister Steven Protzman at 612 377-6608, ext. 107.
UU Summer Options
Remember that there are some great UU camping opportunities this summer in our area. Check out CampStar Trail and Camp Unistar for more information.
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FUS Email Contacts
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Greetings from Mount Curve! 
The time is now upon us for our Summer Assemblies Program and the UUA General Assembly here in the Minneapolis! Whether you'll be attending some, or all, of General Assembly, volunteering at the UU booth at Pride, marching with the UU float, or simply volunteering at, or attending, our own Summer Assemblies, you're sure to have a great "UU" start to the summer!
Click here to view the June 2010 edition of The First Unitarian newsletter. |
Summer Programming for Kids
 The summer childcare program is an informal time for children in this congregation. They gather for games, art activities and use our wonderful game room for playing ping-pong and air hockey. Our senior high students are paid to monitor and lead the group. Babies will be given one-on-one attention and the preschool room will be available for younger children's play. Older youth, fourth/fifth grades and up, are welcomed into the service for the summer. Childcare is available from 10:15 to 11:45 a.m.
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Midsummer Revels
Monday, June 21
6:30 p.m. - Twilight
Lower Assembly Hall and Patio
Savor the longest day with friends!
Enjoy a potluck picnic supper and experience Summer Solstice Reflections and Revels, Kids' Activities, Swing Dancing with Universal Jazz Band from First Universalist Church and a Campfire Circle.
Tickets are available in the Lower Assembly Hall at social hour on Sundays in June: $5 adults/$2 youth - advance tickets; $7 adults/$3 youth (18 and younger) - at the door.
Volunteers needed, please sign up at social hour or email Audrey. Click here and scroll to page 8 for more information about this wonderful event!
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 Show Your UU Pride!
UUA General Assembly, June 23-27
Participate in GA in a way that best matches your life. Here are some options to consider.
1. Attend GA--in Person or Virtually!
Read Rev. Dr. Kendyl Gibbons' words here about why you'll want to attend GA. Click here to apply to serve as a voting delegate representing FUS. Click here to see the schedule of events, and ways you can participate in GA from the comfort of your own home/computer/phone!
2. Host an Attendee!
Meet UUs from around the country and help support local social justice at the same time! Be a host home for GA! Use your spare bedroom to host a GA attendee, and their free-will donation (suggested at $50/night) goes to the Minnesota UU Social Justice Alliance to support its work. Transportation will be the responsibility of your guest, though if you're attending, carpooling is recommended. Homes near transit are especially encouraged to volunteer! For more details on the program, and to offer space, contact Catie.
3. Staff the Metro UU Booth at Pride!
The FUS Membership Committee is very excited to be sponsoring a booth at the Pride Festival this year, on June 26 and 27 at Loring Park. We are currently looking for volunteers to staff the booth in two-hour increments. Please stop by the Ask Me table in the Lower Assembly Hall to sign up for a shift.
4. Help with the Float/March in the Parade!
Keep an eye out for more information about opportunities for marching in the Pride Festival parade and helping with the Twin Cities UU float!
In addition to the five days of UU General Assembly events, our congregation will also be hosting a special one-day gathering of UU Humanists from around the country. There will be speakers and workshops and three meals here on Mount Curve on Saturday, June 26. Registration will be $100 for the day, and you can register now by mail to David Shaffer at HUUmanists Association, PO Box 185202, Hamden CT 06518. Online registration should be available soon at www.huumanists.org. Or, if you would like to participate in this one day event with free or reduced registration, Rev. Dr. Kendyl Gibbons needs several volunteers to help her set up and to serve the meals. Let Kendyl know if this is a possibility for you.
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Summer Social Action
Check out the Social Action table in the Lower Assembly Hall for lists of items being collected during the summer for Avenues For Homeless Youth, the Dignity Center and the Currie Avenue Partnership. Click here and scroll to page 7 to get updates on FUS's support of these important organizations, and other opportunities for donations, service and education.
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Mentors Needed
Check out a great program, Boys to Men, for various opportunities to mentor boys.
"The Boys to Men Mentoring Network of Minnesota is a nonprofit organization created by men for the specific purpose of mentoring boys 13-17 years of age through their passage into manhood. We believe it is the responsibility of the men in the community to guide our boys through play and work into self actualization, leadership, community service and emotional literacy. In doing so, these boys will get more essential tools to get through the epic transition into adult life."
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