This Sunday, May 12
9:30am FORUM
Presenter: Kevin Watson
"Educating and Training Humanist Leaders - The Humanist Institute and Beyond"
Spreading the message of humanism is more than raising awareness that we exist. It is more than the actions non-theists make, though both of these are important. How do we share our histories with the next generation? How do we find and train the leaders of humanist organizations and communities? One answer is the Humanist Institute, which is evolving. Come hear about this answer and others that are emerging as one of the least theistic generations comes of age.
10:30am ASSEMBLY
Mother's Day/ Flower Celebration
Speaker: Rev. Dr. Pam Allen-Thompson.
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Reminders
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Greetings from Mount Curve!
The April showers are finally bringing May flowers! May is also bringing many celebrations at First Unitarian Society, including Coming of Age credos, welcoming new members, and celebrating Rev. Pam's time with us. Learn more below about these offerings. Click here to view the FUS calendar, and scroll through the dates to see descriptions of upcoming Sunday programs. |
Welcome, New Members! 
We are honored to have several new members joining us. Learn a little more about them here and say "hello" before or after the new member ceremony this Sunday! |
Confluence
View the latest edition of this publication by the Board of Trustees here, or pick up a hard copy at the Greeters' table at the Mount Curve entrance. |
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Save the Date to Say Farewell
The First Unitarian Society will say goodbye to our Interim Minister for the 2012-2013 year, Rev. Dr. Pam Allen- Thompson, on Sunday, May 26. She will preach that morning on the topic of "Fare Thee Well" at the 10:30 Assembly with an informal reception to follow at 11:30 in the Lower Assembly Hall.
Her next assignment will be as the Interim Minister of the People's Church in Kalamazoo, Michigan for two years. |
 RE Happenings!
May 19th will be an inspired day at FUS! Credos done by the Coming of Age group, a naturalist coming for the little ones with live animals and Chalice Lighters initiated. Please come and be supportive of the RE youth!
There will be no Religious Explorers groups on Memorial Day Weekend.
14 High School youth and three advisors will be heading to Boston over Memorial Day Weekend for the UU History Tour. Thanks to all who have been so financially supportive of this venture. We will report in when we get home!
The RE Carnival will take place on June 2 - games, water balloons and fun! A great way to end the year!
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RE Registration 
Religious Explorers registration is now underway. Please complete the registration forms by May 12. You can get the forms here and turn them in to the FUS office once completed. |
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Discernment Discussion Sunday, May 12, Noon-1:30pm, Heritage Room
(snacks and childcare provided)
Discernment discussion with Rev. Pam and the Trustees about purpose, beliefs and belonging. This is the rescheduled discussion that was mentioned in the March Confluence.
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Annual Meeting 
The Annual Meeting is Wednesday, May 15. The meeting will start with a dinner at 5:30 followed by a business meeting at 6:30. The board will be giving an update on our goals and there will be a vote to approve the next budget. If there are resolutions for consideration please contact either Bruce Nelson or Mike Illes so they can be included in the annual meeting packet to members.
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End of Session Gathering
Wednesday, May 22
6:30 - 8 p.m.
You are cordially invited to the Downtown
Congregations to End Homelessness End of Session: Gathering to Appreciate our Advocates. This will be an interfaith evening of conversation and fun with good company, delicious desserts and wine.
Gather to hear about the outcome at the capitol this year, hear about the impact it will have, and what our advocacy did to help move this forward.
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Alliance Meets 
Wednesday, June 5
Our program on Wednesday, June 5th at 11am is Minnesota in the 1960s-A History by Iric Nathanson, Minneapolis author and journalist.
See the Alliance web page for more information.
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CD of UU Songs for Kids
What a great way to get our children singing UU songs! We are fortunate to have this music CD of favorite UU children's songs which was produced by Mary Bohman and the children's choir at First Universalist and is available in social hour.
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Save the Date for Summer Solstice  Friday, June 21, 6:30 pm Lower Assembly Hall
Save the date! Savor the longest day of the year with family and friends and an evening of food, beverages, music, poetry, reflections, theater, kid's activities and a campfire circle. Bring a side dish (salad, vegetables, dessert, etc.) to share and, if you wish, your own alcoholic beverage. The Seasonal Celebrations team will supply meats, vegetarian options, and non-alchoholic beverages. The Eclectics will provide music to dance by.
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Register for General Assembly 
Registration for General Assembly (GA) June 19-23, 2013 in Louisville, KY is open! Click here for registration information and rates. The UUA also is now accepting hotel reservations for GA 2013. Click here to use the online reservation system to book, modify, or cancel hotel reservations.
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