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recipient for July/August is Reston Interfaith's affordable housing programs. Reston Interfaith provides short-term emergency assistance and long-term supportive housing programs to rapidly re-house individuals and families, allowing them to care for themselves and their children and get back to self-sufficiency and independence.
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Creating sacred space
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Associate Minister Rev. Laura
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Dear UUCF family,
I hope to see you at worship services this weekend. We have some fantastic music lined up: Dick Neff and his bluegrass Higher Ground String Band. And I'll be talking about our attachment to special places, and how hard it can be to be part of a mobile society that teaches us not to get attached to place. Middle-class American culture tells us we should be geographically mobile - that we should always be willing to move, for our jobs and careers, for our families. It's not a bad thing but it comes at a cost. It may feel like we're asked to ignore and disregard our love for particular places, our longing to be in a place that feels like home. So how can we create a sense of sacred space and love for the place we are now?
If you are in town, or passing through, or here to stay
... we look forward to seeing you!
Warmly,
Laura
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Get the "blues"
Join the chair beautification team
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Volunteer leader Judy Gallimore, at
right, works on the chairs with other
volunteers at least twice a week.
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Our Sanctuary is a little two-tone these days as volunteers are turning our chairs from green to blue. They're sprucing up the tired wood and reupholstering the seats and backs. Project coordinator, Judy Gallimore, and her small-but-dedicated team have been at this task at least twice a week all summer and they've finished almost half the chairs. They could really use your help to get all of the chairs finished by Ingathering on Sep. 7.
If you can help, please email Judy or stop by the table in the Commons after services.
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This week & weekend
All activities are open to all unless otherwise listed.
URGENT need this weekend for coffee volunteers. Please sign up today. Go to signupgenius.com, create a quick and easy username and password, click on "Find a signup," and search using mfoster@uucf.org. Thank you for your support!
NAMI Family Support Meeting. Thu., Aug. 1, 7:30-9 p.m., Program Building. Support meeting for families with a loved one suffering from mental illness. Contact Joanna Walker.
Help reach UUCF's summer goal of $3,000 toward Our Daily Bread's FoodBRIDGE program. We're so close to the goal of providing food gift cards for 30 area families by Aug. 18. Only $400 to go. Visit the ODB table in the Commons to make a donation or mail a check to UUCF. Mark the memo section "ODB donation."
Memoirs Writing Group. Fri., Aug. 2, 1:30-3 p.m., Program Building. Contact Kristin Moyer.
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Art Wall artist reception - the paintings of UUCF member Bob Kaminski. Fri., Aug. 2, 7:30 p.m., Sanctuary. Bob's paintings are on display now.
Newcomers/Visitors Reception. Sun., Aug. 4, after the 10 a.m. service. Far corner of the Sanctuary Commons. If you're new to UUCF, please join us for coffee and conversation.
Young Adult brunch. Sun., Aug. 4. Gather in the lobby after Sunday's service for brunch at Luciano in Oakton. Contact Mary Gaskins.
Drum Circle with Kofi Dennis. First Sunday of the month, Aug. 4, 3-4 p.m., Chapel. Suggested donation: $1-10/session. Percussionist Kofi Dennis hails from Ghana and has performed all over the DC area, including the Kennedy Center and Wolf Trap. His engaging rhythms and storytelling inspire. Bring your own drum or use one provided.
Poetry Club. Sun., Aug. 4, 4-6 p.m., Program Building. Contact Barb Dutchak.
Oakton-Fairfax Alliance Against Gun Violence meeting. Sun., Aug. 4, 5-7:30 p.m., Program Building. Contact Jerry Poje.
Meditation Practice Group. Tue., Aug. 6, 7 p.m., Social Hall. Join us in supporting each other in our meditation practice. No expectation to attend every meeting. Contact Karen Monroe.
The wearing of the name tags. Show your hospitality to newcomers and long-time members. Wear your name tag when you come to services. If you need a new one, please email Carol Jensen, or leave your name at the Welcome Table for a replacement.
Have you heard about the adventures of the Tacky Traveling Toilet? The 4s&5s summer RE class decorated a toilet that, for any size donation, will go wherever you want it to go. Proceeds fund clean water for five families in Africa through The Water Project. This Saturday, the toilet will be at the Fairfax Corner's Fountain, 10:30 am-noon. It's a great way for kids to see and think about our use of clean water and the struggles people face elsewhere.
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Children & youth
RE this weekend. Sun., 10-11:15 a.m. - Together Time. Grades 2-5 start in the Sanctuary. All others start in classrooms. Enjoy your coffee time after services. RE classes are scheduled to last until 11:15 a.m. Children will miss planned activities if you pick them up early.
Register for fall RE - one time for all children and youth. Why register now? We make class lists and schedule classes based on the number of children in each class. Please help us be efficient by registering now. PlaygroUUp - Music with Ms. Marsha. Tue., Aug. 6, 10-11:30 a.m., Teen Center. Fellowship group of young children (ages 0-5) and parents/caregivers. Contact Meghan Crowley. Family Retreat and hike over Labor Day weekend. You have a variety of choices for family fun and camaraderie in Shenandoah National Park this Labor Day weekend: 1) Join the Family Retreat at Big Meadows - Aug. 30-Sep. 2. Reserve your campsite or a lodge room or cabin at Big Meadows; 2) join us after the last day of summer RE for a choice of Sunday hikes; or 3) stay one night, Sep. 1, at Big Meadows to cap off the weekend. Reserve your campsite or a lodge room or cabin. Let Katherine Riddle know if you'd like to join us for the hike, the one-night stay or for the whole weekend. She will get you the necessary release, answer your questions and send more info as it becomes available. Leaders needed for the Sunday night gathering.
Family and youth movie night. Thu., Aug. 8, 7 p.m. First show is "Free Willy" (112 min.); second feature is "Pirates of the Carribean" (143 min.). Come for one or both! All ages welcome for first feature; second feature is for Grade 6 and older. Bring snacks or buy treats from the youth as a trip fundraiser! RSVP. Bring blankets, beach chairs and bug repellent! Youth Beach Trip. Thu.-Sun., Aug. 22-25. Rising Grade 9-rising Grade 12 visit Camp Henlopen in Lewes, DE. Kayaking, bonfires, beach fun and fellowship! Print, fill out and return the permission form to save your spot. Cost: $125 per youth and $75 per chaperone covers camp fee, food and transportation. $300 family maximum. Spaces still available. If financial assistance is needed contact Linnea Nelson. "Coming of Age" parent orientation. Sun., Sep. 8, 1-3 p.m. Do you have a rising 9th or 10th grader? Register your child for the Sunday 11:15 a.m. high school class to take part in this important rite of passage class. Mentors, UU history, exploration of UU identity are part of the program as each youth is supported in starting his/her spiritual journey. Also includes day trip to DC sights, overnight retreat on Oct. 12-13 and a Boston trip over the Nov. 1-4 long weekend. Fee for this not-to-be-missed class is $50, but talk to Linnea if you need to waive the fee. More info? Re@uucf.org. Boston Heritage Trip interest meeting. Sun. Sep. 15, 10:30 a.m., Room 11. High school youth will travel to Boston on Sat., Nov. 1-Tue., Nov. 5., to learn about UU heritage and have a great time! Youth and parents should attend this interest meeting.
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In memoriam
UUCF member Ira Hamburg died on Jul. 29 after a long battle with cancer. Ira is survived by his partner, Laurie Taub; his children, Shoshanna DiBetta and Keith Hamburg; grandchildren Pascal DiBetta and Kira and Jenna Hamburg; and his brother, Laury Hamburg. A memorial service celebrating Ira's life will be held at UUCF on Sun., Aug. 4, 1 p.m. There will a be a table at the memorial service for people to share photos and other items honoring Ira. Click here to post notes of condolence.
Long-time UUCF member Cos Renzi died Jul. 14 in Seneca, SC. Cos and his wife, Jackie, were members from 1976 until 1997, when they moved to South Carolina. A memorial service will be scheduled later in South Carolina. Memorial donations to Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research. Jackie's address is 202 Sunset Ridge Dr., Seneca, SC 29672-6950.
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Caring news
Condolences to Sue Berman on the death of her father, Albert E. Whitcomb, who died on Jul. 22. He was 99 years old.
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Members afar
The Gemignani family just moved to Nashville and wants to share their new contact information: 7875 Hwy 100, Nashville, TN 37221. Jennie, 571-314-4025; Chris, 571-205-4789.
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Grow
The following programs and opportunities help us grow as individuals and as a community.Multicultural Ministries Listening Project. The Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) wants to hear from you! Through Oct. 31, 2013. Project wants to hear from people who identify as UU and have historically marginalized identities or experiences around ability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, race and/or ethnicity. Must be 13 or older to take survey. UUA will host virtual listening circles this fall to explore big questions raised by survey results. All information kept confidential. Questions to Barb Brehm. Results shared during the UUA's "Thirty Days of Love" (Jan. 18-Feb. 16, 2014). "Supporting Families: Working through Global Disasters with your Children." Adult Programs course. Sun., Sep. 29, 2-3:30 p.m., Chapel. Register at re@uucf.org. Elementary-age children welcome. Child care for younger children. Facilitated by Linnea Nelson, UUCF's DRE, and Dr. Sarah Hover, Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Events like the Newtown school shooting and Oklahoma tornado affect our children deeply. Knowing how much information to share with our children and how to express our own sorrow can be difficult. This worship/workshop service designed by Rev. Debra Hafner from the Religious Institute, provides language and sacred practices to use when crises occur. Information contact Linnea Nelson.
Do you wonder what makes your fellow UUs "tick"? Come and find out during the Fall Adult Retreat. Oct. 4-6, historic Claymont Court, Charles Town, WV. For more information or to register, click here, or visit the Retreat table in the Commons after services.
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Connect
Click here for a listing of ways to get involved and connect with each other at UUCF.Membership class. Sun., Aug. 11, 11:30 a.m. If you've been coming to UUCF for a while and feel it's time to make the commitment of membership, please sign up for this short minister-led session. Register with Carol Jensen. Travel Treks. Hotel Strasburg and Belle Grove Plantation. Fri., Sep. 27. Carpooling from UUCF parking lot at 10 a.m. sharp. Lunch at historic Hotel Strasburg from the menu with individual tickets. Admission to Belle Grove $8. Questions or signups to Elaine Keener, 571-528-8555. Please leave your name, email and phone number and note if you are willing to drive.
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Click here to find out about opportunities to live our values through service and advocacy within our congregation and beyond.
Join the UUCF Climate Action Group this summer. Second and fourth Wednesdays, Aug. 14, 7-9 p.m., Social Hall. The group is working hard and generating tons of (non-polluting) energy throughout the summer. We will embark on a global climate change self-study starting Jun. 28. If you have not come to a meeting before, please join us. Fact sheets and discussion materials will be available. Bring a bag dinner at 7 p.m.; meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. Join our Linked In group. Information contact Eric Goplerud, 703-759-0218.
Coordinator needed for UUCF's participation in 50th Anniversary March on Washington. March held Sat., Aug. 24, 2013, 8 a.m., Lincoln Memorial. Help UUCF gather a large contingent to show support for a renewed commitment to freedom, justice and equality - the unfinished work of "realizing the dream." Organized by the National Action Network. Contact Marilyn Schuyler if you'd like to coordinate UUCF's organizing team. More information here.
Volunteer ESOL teachers needed. UUCF rotational teaching team seeks volunteers to teach English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) for adults in Reston on Tuesday mornings or Wednesday evenings. Plan lesson based on prepared curriculum. No experience needed; flexible schedule. Training Wed., Aug. 28, 7-9 p.m., and other dates. Please recycle your used binders with us for student use. Information contact Gladys Henrikson or Lily Reider.
UUCF Blood Drive. Sun., Sep. 22, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Did you know each donation can help save up to three lives and there's a chronic shortage of blood? Donating is easy, completely safe and can actually be fun in a loving and caring community like UUCF. Make your life-saving appointment today. Sign up online in about a minute. Or, sign up by email to Ken Foley, 703-242-0258, (provide your preferred time on the quarter-hour).
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From our friends
This section brings you announcements from UUCF members and friends as well as neighboring UU congregations, UU organizations or organizations affiliated with this congregation.
Concurrent Meeting of Western Fairfax PFLAG and FLY. Tue., Aug. 6, 7:30-9:30 p.m., UUCF Program Building. PFLAG is a support group for Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays, and FLY is a support/social group for LGBTQ youth and allies ages 12 (with parental permission) to 19. FLY also holds Teen Lounges on the third Friday of each month. Email PFLAG or go to FLY's Facebook page for time and place.
Sugarloaf Congregation of UUs seeking part-time RE Assistant. For more info, scroll down to Aug. 25 under the Announcements tab.
August Yoga: Strengthening the core, strengthening compassion. Sat., Aug. 3,10, 17 & 24, 9:30-11 a.m., Program Building. Four sessions include meditation, research, and yoga and information from the "Science of Compassion" Research Festival on the impact of yoga and meditation on the brain, spirit and emotions. Register by Aug. 1 - $44; at the door - $15 per session. Contact Ravi (Christine Mason), 571-213-3192.
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