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Religious
Exploration
View schedule here. Nursery care in Sanctuary Building
up to age 3.
June's worship theme
is Rhythm.
"... [T]he earlier bards and minstrels knew ... the close connection between music and religion. Both have at their heart rhythm. To move with this is to be in tune, literally, with one's self and the
world; to lose it is to
get cross-grained, to
find alienation and disharmony."
- from Every Earthly Blessing: Rediscovering the Celtic Tradition by Esther de Waal
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recipient for June is
Globe Aware's Romania project. Donations fund volunteer projects that improve living conditions for residents of Brasov, Romania,
who live in poverty - particularly the marginalized ethnic Roma population.
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Our next deadline is Tue., Jun. 3. Send announcements to our communications staff. All entries are edited before publication for brevity, clarity and style.
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Announcements
for May 29-Jun. 5
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Jun. 8 Annual Meeting
The UUCF Annual Meeting will be held in the Sanctuary at approximately 11:15 a.m. on Sun., Jun. 8. It is an important duty of membership to attend this meeting. Nursery and child care will be provided.
The following materials are available here for your review. Please take the time to read them before the Annual Meeting. If you would like a copy of the materials mailed to you, please contact the office at uucf@uucf.org. Copies will also be available at the meeting.
- Agenda
- Minutes of the Jun. 8, 2013 Annual Meeting and the Nov. 3, 2013 Special Meeting
- Nominating Committee slate of candidates for open Board, Endowment and Nominating committee positions
- 2014-15 operating plan and budget
- Slate of candidates for the Parish Minister Search Team
If you are unable to attend the meeting you may vote for Board, Endowment Committee and Nominating Committee positions and the Parish Minister Search Team positions by absentee ballot. Absentee ballots are available in the office and will also be available in the Commons after services May 31 and Jun. 1. Absentee ballots must be returned to the office by 3 p.m., Fri., Jun. 6, to be counted.
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Mark Vogel farewell
Sun., Jun. 1, after the 10 a.m. service, Chapel
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The time has come to bid farewell to beloved Director of Music & Arts Mark Vogel. We'll hold a celebration of Mark's ministry immediately after Sunday's 10 a.m. worship service. Refreshments will be served. All are invited to be part of the celebration. |
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This week & weekend
Mary Katherine's farewell. A celebration of Mary Katherine's time at UUCF will take place Sun., Jun. 22, after the 10 a.m. worship service at Oakton Elementary School. We'll be compiling a book of memories as one of the gifts from the congregation. Submit memories (125 words or fewer) about how Mary Katherine has touched your life to goodbyeMKM@gmail.com by May 30. If you are able to make a contribution of any size to help defray the costs of the reception and gifts from the congregation, please write your check to UUCF with "MKM celebration" in the memo line and mail it to UUCF, PO Box 130, Oakton VA 22124.
General Assembly orientation. Sat., May 31, 9 a.m., Sanctuary Commons. RSVP to Susan Bennett. Please contact Susan Bennett ASAP if you are interested in one of the few remaining delegate slots at the Unitarian Universalist Association General Assembly (GA) Jun. 25-29, in Providence, RI. Also, if you're attending GA but do not want to be a delegate, please let Susan know so you can meet up with the UUCF group.
Newcomers/visitors reception. Sun., Jun. 1, after the 10 a.m. worship service, in the far corner of the Sanctuary Commons. If you're new to UUCF, please join us for coffee and conversation.
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Young Adult Brunch. Sun., Jun. 1. Meet after the 10 a.m. service near the Sanctuary entrance to carpool to an area restaurant for brunch.
Drum Circle with Kofi Dennis. Sun., Jun. 1, 3 p.m., Library. Suggested donation: $1-10/session. Percussionist Kofi Dennis hails from Ghana and has performed all over the DC area. His engaging rhythms and storytelling inspire. Bring your own drum or use one provided.
Poetry Club. Sun., Jun. 1, 4 p.m., Room 5, Prog. Bldg. Contact Barb Dutchak.
Creating Our Lives Consciously From Our Deepest Inner Resources. Adult Programs course. Jun. 2 class canceled. Class resumes this fall.
The Unlikely Disciple: A Sinner's Semester at America's Holiest University. Humanists of UUCF. Mon., Jun. 2, 7:30 p.m., Chapel. Kevin Roose, a Brown University student, did his "study abroad" at Liberty University, a Christian college in Lynchburg, VA, to expose himself to beliefs different from his own. Roose wrote The Unlikely Disciple about his experiences. Read the book (or as much of it as you can) and join us to discuss the ethical dilemma created by Roose's attempts to hide his real beliefs while at Liberty and how we respond to those whose beliefs are different from our own. Contact Mary Bellamy.
Meditation Practice Group. Tue., Jun. 3, 7 p.m., Chapel. Join us in supporting each other in our meditation practice. No expectation to attend every meeting. Contact Karen Monroe.
Global Affairs Discussion Group. Jun. 4 session canceled. Group will begin meeting again in September.
Wi$dom Path: Money, Spirit and Life. Adult Programs course. Thu., Jun. 5, 7:30 p.m., Room 5, Prog. Bldg; Thu., Sep. 11 and 25, Oct. 9 and 23, Nov. 13 and Dec. 11, 7:30-9 p.m., Rooms 3 & 4, Prog. Bldg. Led by Bonnie Wald and Janine Greenwood. Note: No classes in July or August. Participants explore how to better align their financial lives with their spiritual priorities and values. Attendance at all sessions encouraged but not required. Register at ap@uucf.org. Contact Bonnie Wald, 703-581-6825. Writer's Resource Group. Wed., Jun. 4, 7:30 p.m., Room 2, Prog. Bldg. No registration needed; drop-ins welcome. Need to jump-start your creative writer's juices? Need encouragement and helpful hints? We don't read or edit each other's work, just share tips, techniques, articles and other suggestions. Contact Joy Hatfield or Linda Hunt. Note: Group will not meet in July or August.
NAMI family support meeting. Thu., Jun. 5, 7:30 p.m., Room 9, Prog. Bldg. Support meeting for families with a loved one suffering from mental illness. Contact Joanna Walker.Partner Church updates. For an update on recent happenings at our partner churches in Transylvania and India, click here. A note about nametags. The nametag racks will NOT be going with us to Oakton Elementary School for the summer. Please take your nametag with you no later than Jun. 8 so you can wear it to summer services.
Summer worship volunteer signup. It's time to sign up to volunteer at worship services during the summer! We need people to help with coffee, serve as ushers and staff the welcome table and the Fair Trade cart for the weeks we are on campus, and ushers and welcomers when we move to Oakton Elementary School. Look for the signup table in the Commons after services or email Mary Foster.
Grant requests due Jun. 1 The Endowment Committee is soliciting grant requests to fund projects that further the mission of UUCF and reflect the values and ideals of Unitarian Universalism. To submit a proposal, complete this form by Jun. 1. Contact Michael Rooney. |
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Memorial service
A service celebrating the life of Janene Pence will be held Sat., May 31, at
2 p.m., in the UUCF Sanctuary.
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Summer RE. Sun., Jun. 1-Sun., Aug. 24, 10 a.m. Age 2 through rising HS seniors. No RE on Jul. 6 and Aug. 31, so child care offered on those days. Sunday Nursery care offered all summer. Saturday Nursery care available to age 5 through Jun. 7.
June youth group. MS and HS youth groups will not meet at their regularly scheduled Sunday evening times during June because of youth activities scheduled at other times.
Register online now for RE classes this summer and/or fall. Why now? We need to create attendance lists, allergy lists and let teachers know who will be in their classes. Teachers meet over the summer so it's helpful for them to have this information.
Volunteer for RE. Signup links: Teach This Summer, Teach Next Year and Greet in the Fall or contact Linnea for a "Just Three Weeks" opportunity at 9:15. To learn more about us, check out these links: UUCF RE brochure, 2014-15 curriculum and Workshop movie. If the online signup isn't working for you, email Katherine, Linnea or James to sign up and for info.
PlaygroUUp - Music with Ms. Marsha. Tue., Jun. 3, 10 a.m., Room 11, Prog. Bldg. Fellowship group of babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their parents or caregivers. Siblings welcome. Note: Beginning Jun. 17, PlaygroUUp is being held in various off-site locations because of the parking lot renovation. Contact Meghan Crowley.MS zip line/high ropes course - RSVP by Jun. 2. Sat., Jun. 7. Play in the aerial forest park at The Adventure Park at Sandy Spring Friends School. Meet in the UUCF parking lot at 8:30 a.m. and return about 2 p.m. Parent helpers welcome! Contact leaders Janet Cushing and Rob Barnovsky for more information. Complete the General Youth Activities Permission form if you haven't already done so. Also, please fill out the Sandy Spring online waiver here. RSVP to Katherine. HS students attend Capital Pride parade. Sat., Jun. 7, 3:30 p.m. Meet up with members of Equality UUCF at Dupont Circle where the parade kicks off at 4:30 p.m. All HS students invited. For more info and to RSVP, contact James Forrest. Children's games during Annual Meeting. Sun., Jun. 8, immediately after the 10 a.m. service. Outdoor games for ages 3-10. HS summer pool party. Sat., Jun. 14, 4:30-8 p.m., at the Atlas/Gold home. Watch for info from James Forrest. Complete the General Activities Youth Permission form if you haven't already. Summer Con 2014 - save the date. Fri., Jul. 11, 8 p.m.-Sun., Jul. 13, 8 a.m., UU Congregation of Rockville. More info to come.
Youth beach trip. Thu., Aug. 21, 9 a.m.-Sun., Aug. 24, 4 p.m. Rising Grade 9-12 visit Camp Henlopen in Lewes, DE. Enjoy kayaking, bonfires, beach fun and fellowship! Print, complete and return permission form to save your spot. Chaperones: please return the chaperone application. Cost: $125 per youth and $75 per chaperone, which covers camp fee, food and transportation. Family maximum: $300. Space available. Contact James Forrest.
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Grow
The following programs and opportunities help us grow as individuals and as a community.
Spiritual ecology discussion. Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions. Wed., Jun. 18, 6:30-8 p.m., Unity Church conference room. Join us to discuss the short essays by Chief Oren Lyons, Listening to Natural Law, and by Chief Tamale Boya, Revelation at Laikipia, Kenya, both of which appear in the 2013 book, Spiritual Ecology: The Cry of the Earth. These essays articulate spiritual responses to the ecological crisis, from spiritual and environmental leaders with a range of perspectives. Participation counts toward your EarthCircles Rising activities. For more info, stop by the table in the Commons after services.
Wellspring class open for registration. Limited spaces still available for the Thursday morning Wellspring class that begins in October and is co-led by Linnea Nelson and Julie Price. Contact Linnea to register and for more info.
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Connect
Click here for a list of ways to get involved and connect with each other at UUCF.
Memoirs Writing Group. Fri., Jun. 6, 1:30 p.m., Room 2, Prog. Bldg. Contact Kristin Moyer.
Membership class. Sat., Jun. 7, 3 p.m., Library. If you are ready to make the commitment of membership, please register for this minister-led class. You must sign the membership book if you wish to vote at the Jun. 8 Annual Meeting. Please complete this form. Contact Carol Jensen.
Parenting Support Group. Sun., Jun. 8, 7 p.m., Room 1, Prog. Bldg. A group for parents or caregivers of children of any age with special or unusual needs. Contact Carrie Grabo.
Monday Night Book Club. Jun. 9, 7:30 p.m., at Joy Hatfield's home. This month reading And the Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini. Contact Don Andress.Wednesday Morning Book Club. Wed., Jun. 18, 10 a.m., meeting room at Oakton Library. We'll discuss The Last Report on the Miracles at Little No Horse by Louise Erdrich. Contact Polly Feuer.
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Click here to find out about opportunities to live our values through service and advocacy within our congregation and beyond.
Capital Pride parade. Sat., Jun. 7, 4:30 p.m., starts in Dupont Circle. Join UUs from UUCF and other area congregations as we support our LGBTQ members by marching the 1.5-mile route through downtown Washington. Contact Barb Brehm.
Chalice Lighters weekend. Sat., Jun. 7, 4:30 p.m., and Sun., Jun. 8, 10 a.m. Members of the Denominational Connections Committee seek congregants to become Chalice Lighters. The Joseph Priestley District uses funds raised to help member congregations grow. Past donations have funded interns, provided office supplies and hymnals, supported part-time ministers, etc. Be listening for Craig Bennett and Hank Blakely who will tell you how to take part!
EarthCircles Rising. Weekly checklists of actions taken are easy to submit: use the interactive website, drop off your forms at the Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions table after services or email your completed actions list to Ed Butterworth. The latter two options enable you to add actions not on the checklist. Make a family submission with young children or help older children submit their own checklist. We gladly accept submissions from college students and young adults who attended UUCF as youth. The data gleaned from your participation helps us plan future actions and education programs at UUCF that are meaningful to you and your family.
Pastoral Care Associates Committee. Looking for congregation members to join the committee this fall. Help care for the spiritual needs of UUCF members and friends experiencing challenge and transition. Application process (with interview) and training session required. Contact Linda Kozloff.
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From our friends
This section brings you announcements from UUCF members and friends, neighboring UU congregations, UU organizations or other organizations affiliated with this congregation and campus events.
Immigration reform film showing. Fri., May 30-Thu., Jun. 5, 3, 5 and 7:20 p.m., West End Cinema in Washington, DC. Are you a film buff? Concerned about immigration reform? If so, join like-minded UUs for the world premier of Documented, which tells the story of Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Jose Antonio Vargas, who in 2011 outed himself as an undocumented Filipino-American immigrant in an essay published in The New York Times Magazine. Vargas will do a Q&A after the 5 and 7:20 p.m. showings.
Spring yoga with Ravi. Sat., May 31, 9:30 a.m., Library, and Jun. 7, 9:30 a.m., Rooms 3 & 4, Prog. Bldg. If you have been wanting to try yoga, here is your chance. Discounts for seniors. Contact Ravi, 571-213-3192.
Adoption fair. Sat., May 31, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Prog. Bldg. Interested in adopting or fostering a child? Children's Home Society and Lutheran Social Services of Minnesota hold a free, no obligation adoption fair. Learn about international adoption programs, private domestic adoption, US foster care and post-adoption support services. Click here to learn more or register for the event. Free child care provided.
Concurrent meeting of Western Fairfax PFLAG and FLY. Tue., Jun. 3, 7:30 p.m., Room 2 (PFLAG) and Room 10 (FLY), Prog. Bldg. 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 visit FLY's Facebook page for time and place.
Attachment parenting group. Fri., Jun. 6, 10 a.m., Room 9, Prog. Bldg. Group gathers to ask and answer questions, help and support each other, and learn all aspects of baby and child care. Anyone can attend; children welcome. Contact Annemarie McCaslin.
Beacon House Academic Olympics & UU Challenge Grant event. Sat., Jun. 7, 2-5 p.m., Noyes Elementary School, 2725 10th St. NE, Washington DC. Come watch Beacon House scholars square off in friendly games of knowledge and academic skill and support the Beacon House Camp Leap summer program. The Fund for UU Social Responsibility will award Beacon House $10,000 if we match it with new gifts from UU congregations and individual UUs. Visit the website or call 202-529-7376 with questions.
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