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We cherish
diversity and
welcome among us
people of all races,
cultures, ages,
abilities, sexual
identities/
orientations, and
faith perspectives.
GUESTS are always welcome.
Sunday worship is a time for
inspiration, renewal, and connection.
CHILDREN AND YOUTH
Join adults during the first part of the
service, and then attend Religious
Education classes. Nursery and
toddler care is provided during the
11:00 service.
REFRESHMENT HOUR in the
Fireside Room follows the services.
Come, join us!
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Staff Links
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Minister:
Rev. Chip Wright
minister@uumarin.org
415-479-4131
Director of Religious Education:
Linda Haumann
dre@uumarin.org
Administrator:
Janette Morrow
office@uumarin.org
Director of Music:
Philip Hildreth
music@uumarin.org
Pianist:
Milton Wong
milton_wong@csaa.com
Pastoral Care:
Chairs: Carol Littrell 883-9676
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Minister's Schedule
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Tues., Wed., Thurs.
10:00am to 3:00 pm.
Or available by appt.:
office@uumarin.org
or
phone (415)479-4131
Email Rev Chip at: minister@uumarin.org
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 Sunday Worship Service
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Sunday, March 28th, 11:00 AM
"When Will We Ever Learn?"
Rev. Chip Wright with Worship Associate Rodney Gothelf
Even though it seems that any comprehensive reform of the health care services in our nation will not be here any time soon, while the Supreme Court gives corporations unlimited free license to buy elections, there is hope!
View and Print April Services
Read Past Sermons Online
Some Recent sermons available online:
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Contemplative Service
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March 28th, 9:00 AM Service
Our Lay led Contemplative Service is from 9:00-9:50 am on Sundays (not available in summer), Readings introduce a silent period to reflect on a topic or idea, followed by an opportunity to share individual thoughts.
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Education Connection
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 Linda
Haumann, DRE
April,
2010
Get your flowers and baskets ready for our annual
Easter Sunday Intergenerational Flower Communion on April 4th! This
lovely UUCM tradition helps us celebrate spring and rebirth as we exchange
flowers and enjoy an Easter Egg hunt immediately after the service. Please
bring a basket for your child to collect the eggs as well as the flower for the
service. The children stay through the entire service as we celebrate all
together.
Rev.
Chip would also like to offer families the opportunity to have child/baby
namings or dedications at this service. The age of your child is not important.
Please contact Rev. Chip immediately: minister@uumarin.org
if you'd like to participate.
There
will still be a modified RE program during spring break (April 11-18) at which
time I'll provide some special worship just for the children during services in
the Wright room. We'll also be making tissue paper flowers to bring to Country
Villa for our last visit of the season on April 25th.
I
look forward to seeing all of you.
Happy
Spring!
Read April RE Parent Letter
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Celebration of Life for Mark Doty
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 Mark Doty is the son of former minister Rev.
Bettye A. Doty. Mark was active in our youth group in the
1960s. His obituary may be viewed here.
There will be a Celebration of Life Service on Saturday, March 27
beginning at 2:30 PM in Fellowship Hall, followed by a
reception.
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Joan Michel
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Joan Michel died last weekend after a long and
difficult illness. Joan was actively involved as a member since she
joined the church with her husband, John, in 1985. She sang soprano
in the choir and served on a search committee. Memorial
Service information will be announced in the near
future.
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Landscape Work Party: Save the Date
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Landscape Work Party
March 27, 8
- 2 PM. Lunch provided.
RSVP Jan Quinley, 897-4559 jdquinley@msn.com
more information
For food planning, let us know if you are coming.
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Join other UUCM members for Earth Hour
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Join other UUCM members who will participate
in Earth Hour on March 27 from 8:30-9:30. Hundreds of millions of people
around the world will come together to call for action on climate change by
doing something quite simple-turning off their lights for one hour.
Visit earthhour.org for more information.
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Potluck Lunch with Rev. Robert Balint
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| Just a reminder from the Partner Church Committee that we are inviting you to a potluck luncheon after church on Mar. 28. We will meet Rev. Robert Balint, the 2009-2010 Balazs Scholar from Transylvania, who will visit us that day with his family. Please plan to come. Sign-up sheet in the foyer for providing food and/or services. |
Last Chance to Contribute to Women's Winter Shelter Project
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Emergency Shelter Update 3/21/10
SUNDAY, 3/28 IS
YOUR LAST CHANCE to contribute
a dish to UUCM's
Women's
Winter Shelter project.
So far we have a
salad (Brian,Sita and Chloe)
Dessert
(Judith)
STILL NEEDED:2 more food contributions
To sign up,
contact Joan Nelson
figleafjoan@comcast.net
453-6221
Shelter Thanks
for 3/21 go to: Anne Baele, Mary Bicknell, Mary Jo Beery, Janette Morrow, Sher
Sheldon, Valerie Taylor, Carol
Littrell.
Contributors:
Volunteers
who deliver food for future Sunday sleep-overs may leave the
dish (clearly labeled "Shelter") in the kitchen before 5:30. Volunteers
who stay to break bread with our guests should read the following
Shelter Guidelines.
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Stand on the Side of Love for Immigrant Familes
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Stand on the Side of Love for immigrant families facing our
tangled and punitive immigration system which often separates family
members via deportation. Sign a postcard to be sent to your
Representatives in the U.S. Congress demonstrating your support for
comprehensive immigration reform. See Judith Pomeroy in the
courtyard after the service to sign a card. She will mail them for
you. (She must mail them by April 2.)
Social Concerns Committee UUA Social Justice
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Passover Seder Wednesday March 31st
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COME,
COME, WHOEVER YOU ARE!
To A Family Passover SEDER
At the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Marin
March 31: Family Passover Seder, 5:30-8:30 P.M.
RSVP deadline was March 23rd. If you already signed up you should bring:
Last names ending in:
A-H: Main dish (brisket, chicken)NO PORK/SHELLFISH
I-M: Passover desserts like macaroons or fruit (NO LEAVENING)
N-Z: Side dish (vegetables, rice, potatoes) (NO PASTA)
For Passover Recipes just google "Passover Recipes"on the Internet
Suggested donation: $5/person, $12/family
See flyer for more information. potluck and event information
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Remarkable People
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April 9: 7:30 - 9:00 pm., Fireside Room
The
second Friday of each month is Remarkable People. On
April 9, Lisa Cohen and Katherine Da Silva-Jain will
speak to us about their lives. There is a break between speakers for light
refreshments, Carolyn Bopp and Carole Rosvold are co-hosts. Come and
meet some of our very interesting members who hail from all over the
USA and have unique life experiences. This is a way to know more about
the interesting people who work so hard for our community. We'll see
you on the hill!!
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Inka Benton to be Honored
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At the Annual Dinner Gala of the Marin Conservation League on April 23,
our own Inka Benton, social & environmental activist, will be
honored with the Marin Green Award for "an unyielding environmental and
social ethic that has taken many forms during her lifetime".
Event Information and Registration
Anne Baele
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Earthday Cleanup
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From our good friends the "San Rafael Volunteers": Earth Day is our annual community cleanup day in which we partner with the County, Canal Alliance, Rotary Clubs and others to do extensive litter cleanup at Pickleweed Park, Shoreline Path and other areas of San Rafael. This year with CVNL and MCSTOPPP in the planning, we are beginning our charge toward making Earth Day a spring time Coastal Cleanup Day in Marin, which will be on Saturday, April 24 from 9AM to noon at Pickleweed Park.
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Dream BIG (and often)
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The Goods and Services auction is coming Sat. May 22
It
is time to start thinking about what you would like to donate. Try to
think outside the box and do something different than in past years.
For example if you have season tickets for the ballet or symphony you
might offer a pair of them. Or if you have a favorite restaurant you
might ask the manager for a gift certificate. If you are a member of a
museum you might take someone as your guest. You might offer
instruction in your favorite hobby be it knitting, photography or
computer games.
If
you know anyone in the winery or spa business see if they might offer a
gift certificate. It is good for their business and the key is if you
have a personal connection. 501(c)(3) letters for tax deductions can be made available by request.
First donation - Succulent savory dinner for 6, fresh abalone donated by Chip and Lisa. Bid now in the foyer.
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Are you Planning to Attend District Assembly or General Assembly 2010?
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PCD District Assembly: April 30 to May 2 in Fremont
UUA General Assembly: June 23-27 in Minneapolis
On behalf of the Leadership Development
Committee, we're looking for the names of the people who are attending District Assembly and General Assembly. Please email Jen Gennari to let me know.
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UU Fellowship of North Bay
WINE COUNTRY HOLIDAY
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"Napa was as delightful as
I had expected. What was equally important and somewhat unexpected was
the profound connections I felt with my hosts and hostesses."
Carol Lim, Los Angeles
The UU's of Napa, California proudly announce a new season of our Wine Country Excursions. Again,
we offer a variety of options for an inside look at one of America's
most beautiful areas, internationally known for fine wines, gourmet
dining and spectacular vistas. The program runs from April
through October. Our fees are below market rate for similar services
and all proceeds go to our small fellowship. For complete details contact: Tom Wilson (707-254-7443) or 2wilsons1dog@comcast.net
Visit the Wine Country Holiday website. | |
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