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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 10:30 service.
REFRESHMENT HOUR in the Courtyard or
Fireside Room follows the services.
There are 4 "Sunday First Time Visitor" parking spots at the top of the parking lot.
Come, join us!
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Staff Links
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Minister:
Rev. Chip Wright
415-479-4131
Administrator: Janette Morrow
office@uumarin.org
Pianist: Milton Wong milton.wong@goaaa.com
Pastoral Care:
Chair: Carol Littrell 883-9676
Partial Resource List
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Minister's Schedule
| Minister:
Rev. Chip Wright
Office Hours:
Tues., Wed., Thurs.
10am to 3pm
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office@uumarin.org
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phone: 415-479-4131
or email
Rev. Chip: minister@uumarin.org |
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MRE's Schedule
| Director of Religious Education
Rev. Dara Olandt
Office Hours:
Wed.,Thurs.
10am-3pm
mre@uumarin.org
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Intern's Schedule
| Ministerial Intern
Irene Stefanko
Office Hours:
Tues., Wed., Thurs
9am-2pm
intern@uumarin.org
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October 18, 2012
Issue #185
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Sunday Worship Service 
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Oct. 21, 10:30 am: The Things We Do Not Say
Caitlin S. Cotter (Pulpit guest of Rev. Chip) with Worship Associate Karen Auroy
"Did anyone ever say to you, "If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all?" Caitlin Cotter will explore the topic of "The Things We Do Not Say" - and question political correctness, tact, and how our words shape our world."
Caitlin is a third year student at Starr King School for the Ministry and serves as the Director of Religious Education at the Berkeley UU Fellowship. She is a birthright UU whose home congregation, Knoxville, Tennessee, is where the murders in the sanctuary took place a few years ago.
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Contemplative Service
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Our Lay led Contemplative Service is from 9:00-10:00 am on Sundays in the Fireside Room.
Readings introduce a silent period to reflect on a topic or idea, followed by an opportunity to share individual thoughts.
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Members Welcoming Visitors
| | A training workshop for greeters and welcome volunteers will be on Sunday October 21, 12 to 2:30, Fellowship Hall. This is a limited commitment (one Sunday a month?) and is a great way to help! For further information or to volunteer, please contact Nani Ranken. nani@ranken.com or 898-8558.
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| Kirtan resumes |
 Kirtan Meditation begins Thursday October 25, 7:00 - 8:30 PM, 4th Thursdays, except 5th in November, none in December. Fireside Room. Chanting & meditation services. These services offer a refreshing reentry into the heart-centered world of meditation and deep joy. If you haven't come to one of these services before and wish to deepen your spiritual life or find a space to just relax into, please come. Actual teaching practice may vary from month to month.
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| Memorial - Charles Mastin | |  Charles Mastin's memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 27
starting at 1:00 in the afternoon. It will take place in the Courtyard, weather permitting. In an effort to assist the family in planning for food after the service, please let Janette know by Tuesday, Oct. 23 if you plan to attend by sending an e-mail to office@uumarin.org or calling 415-479-4131. Thank you for your help!
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| Pathway to Membership #2 |  Pathway to Membership #2, Rev. Chip
November 4, 12:00 PM, Fireside Room
This second of three Pathway to Membership classes will focus on sharing religious histories and hopes and reasons for coming to UUCM. Please RSVP to Janette at office@uumarin.org or 415-479-4131.
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Social Justice Education/Action Activities
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 Sun. Oct. 21, refreshment hour: Check out the UU Israel/Palestine petition at the Social Justice information table, and take home an in-depth analysis of the history of the conflict in the Holy Land.
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Sun. Oct. 28, 2012. Noon. Fellowship HallSocial Justice Luncheon The Marin Chapter of the League of Women Voters will lay out the California's proposition pros and cons. Suggested donation $6.50. No one turned away. ---------------------------------------- Mill Street shelter, a branch of New Beginnings, provides housing for about 60 people per night. UUCM provides dinner one night a month, on the first Sunday. If you would like to be a once a month cook, please contact Junemfesler@gmail.com. A list will be made and you will be reminded before the day you choose. Aluminum pans for main dishes we need are available in the kitchen. Food should be brought to church - it will be taken to Mill Street. ------------------------------------------ Wellness Dinners: Our last opportunity to serve the homeless is Tuesday, November 20th! Call or email Carol Littrell at 883-9676 or cjwlittrell@aol.com
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The UUA's "Standing on the Side of Love" public advocacy campaign seeks to harness love's power to stop oppression. In Feb. 2013, UUCM will recognize its third recipient of the "Side of Love" award. Perhaps you know of a person from Marin (possibly, but not necessarily, from our congregation) who exemplifies social justice values of inclusion, diversity, and equality. Deadline for nominations Dec. 31. Contact figleafjoan@comcast.net - 415-453-6221
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If you care about an issue or cause that you want UUCM members to know about, please bring it to our attention at the Social Justice information table at refreshment time. To reserve a date: figleafjoan@comcast.net
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UUCM encourages anyone and everyone to reach out and advocate for social justice (economic, environmental, civil) in the wider community. Please invite others to join you, and send photos of your action to the Social Justice Committee.
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North Bay UU Revival
| |  Members of five UU churches and people from other UU churches as well, came together and had a wonderful time. Rev. Dr. Schulz gave a very inspiring sermon and each of our ministers contributed to the service. Photos coming soon on our facebook page and in the UUCM photogallery.
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Religious Leadership in Changing Times!
| |  PCD-UUA Leadership Development Day
October 27, 2012
UU Church of Berkeley
$60.00 Registration Fee
$10.00 (or more) event scholarship donation respectfully requested.
Religious Leadership in Changing Times!
Three workshops presented by UU leaders for UU leaders!
Registration opens at 8AM - our program begins promptly at 9AM.
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