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The Unitarian
February 26, 2017
Vol. 71, No 24
Join Us for Worship This Week
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Worship With Us This Sunday
Prelude at 10:15 a.m.
Sunday Worship begins at 10:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary
Sunday, February 26, 2017
Sermon: "A Love of Language or a Language of Love"
Guest Preacher: Justine Sullivan
Justine Sullivan is a minister in preliminary fellowship currently serving as ministerial intern at First Parish Unitarian Universalist in Chelmsford. Justine is a past president of the Clara Barton district board and lives in Northborough, MA with her wife Dale. Justine will be ordained this June in Northborough.
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Before and After Worship
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9:00 a.m.
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Adult Choir Rehearsal in the Bancroft Room
Owl 5-6 in Mirick 1.
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10:15 a.m.
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Prelude in the Sanctuary.
Nursery Care in Classroom 3.
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10:30 a.m.
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Worship Service in the Sanctuary.
Sunday School after dismissal from worship.
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11:30 a.m.
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Fellowship Hour in the Bancroft/Dining Rooms. All are invited.
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12:00 p.m.
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Winter Fun Afternoon at the Mirick Farm.
Forum: Opioid & Addiction in the Chapel.
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6:00 p.m.
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Seven Hills Symphony Rehearsal in Unity Hall.
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6:00 p.m.
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YRU2 Meeting in the Bancroft Room.
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Two of Rev. Sarah Stewart's sermons from the Race and Racism series are available online. Click on the sermon titles below:
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Our food donation box is in the Dining room. All food donations during the month of February will be donated to Carty's Cupboard. A list of the preferred foods items can be found here.
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Winter Fun - or at least a bonfire!
Sunday. February 26 is still on for a fun afternoon at the Miricks in Princeton. There will be a bonfire in the meadow, and a cooking fire by the Mirick lean-to for make-your-own s'mores, and hot drinks.
Questions?
Speak to John or Diane Mirick during coffee hour, or call them 978-464-2313.
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A Forum on Opioid Addiction
Sunday, February 26, 12-1pm in the Chapel
Opioid addiction is an insidious and life-endangering condition prevalent in so many communities today. Join us as we learn the extent of this crisis in Worcester and the surrounding area. How can we protect and help our vulnerable populations--children, teens, whose already drug addicted, our seniors? This will be an open forum with a moderator and several subject experts who can answer questions, offer resources for guidance and assistance. Forum moderated by James Dolan, along with Dr. Jeff Baxter and Randy Ingham. All are welcome to attend.
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Voices Among Us
The Jesus Known by History
In first-century Judea, and in particular the area of Galilee, numerous claimants to being the long-awaited messiah arose: healers, magicians, rain-makers and rebels. All but one of these claimants are known only by a footnote in the historical record. The lone exception is an illiterate Jewish peasant from the hilltop village of Nazareth. What made the difference?
For the February 27th - 7 PM installment of our Voices Among Us discussion group, Steve Knox will present a high-level overview of findings from research into the known history of Jesus of Nazareth.
A 6 PM potluck dinner precedes the discussion. This event is open to all and everyone is welcomed to attend and participate.
Upcoming: Lee Bona, March 20
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NEW DATE
Young People's Faith Development
A conversation about what matters
Sunday, March 12, 12-2:30pm
In the Landers Room
Parents, teachers, members of the congregation at large are invited to come together to consider the fundamental goals and highest priorities of our ministry to and with children and youth. How best do we fashion a young people's program that supports and affirms the child and the family, the teacher volunteers, that instills the values of our liberal faith, offers opportunities for peacemaking, justice education/action, connections, and spiritual nourishment? Especially when we are all too darn busy. Come, gather together. Let's see what matters. To you. To your children. To our faith
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Registration is open!
Wiogora School of Wonder and Wisdom
July 24-August 4
At Wiogora, young scholars are sorted into houses, play Quidditch, mix
potions, and compete for house points. Based on the Harry Potter books of J.K. Rowling, activities, classes, service projects, daily challenges and quests plus house time all give the feel of being in the magical world created by J. K Rowling.
We inspire young scholars with new ideas, interests and discoveries. We offer short classes from expert teachers in math, art, chemistry, history, physics, literature, engineering, social studies, botany, theater, dance, self-defense, and much more.
Young Scholar program for 6-18 year olds.
Enriching Life through Fun and Service - ELFS program for sixteen teens 15-18.
Stipended staff positions and many volunteer opportunities for adults.
Get more information and register young scholars now at www.wiogora.org.
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"Good Morning, Nice To See You"
These six words have the power to change the day. Put them together with a smile and people feel welcome. The Welcoming Team is recruiting people and families to greet those coming through our church doors on Sunday mornings. The joyful job includes handing out Orders of Service and helping new people. New families can be directed to the Sunday school area to meet with family greeters. New people can be directed to the Welcome Table for more information. Please signup here.
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Early Bird Coffee & Conversation
Before worship on Sunday morning some friendly folks can be found enjoying coffee and conversation in the dining room. They gather around 9:30 a.m. or a wee bit later. That's when the coffee is ready. So, show up, pull up a chair, join some talkers and help warm the place with enjoyable chatter on range of subjects. In the joyful rush for coffee and treats after worship, the busy atmosphere can inhibit opportunities to get to know others more deeply. Early bird coffee is one way to engage with friendly people. Church school teachers, those on church committees or in leadership roles are encouraged to show up periodically and converse with those gathered.
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Important First U Links -
Our Church Family Online Directory
Pledge online
Sermons
click on Sermons for Abigail Hannaford-Ricardi's sermon "My Eight Candles"
Stewardship News
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