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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
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Director of Religious Education:
Jeffrey Melcher
Office Hours:
Sunday 12:30 - 1:30 pm
Wednesday 3:00 - 5:00 pm
Friday Noon - 4:00 pm
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Intern's Schedule
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Ministerial Intern:
Irene StefankoOffice Hours:Variable, please call cell 650-814-5375 or email to arrange appointments intern@uumarin.org
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Sunday Worship Service 
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September 22, 2013: 'The Autumnal Equinox'
Rev. Chip Wright with Worship Associate Nani Ranken
In the religions of all peoples there are rituals and commonalities that surround the seasonal markers. From pagan spirituality to evangelical Christianity these times have come to unite us more and more by common experience.
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Contemplative Service
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UUCM's early Sunday morning 9 am Contemplative Service in the Fireside Room is a lay led service. It has become a quiet reflective mainstay for the circle of 2 to 8 regulars who attend and we always welcome those who would like to try this alternative. Readings introduce a silent period to reflect on a topic or idea, followed by an opportunity to share individual thoughts.
Come and widen our circle. All are welcome!
Questions, email Carol Kerr at drckerr@pacbell.net.
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| Religious Education nUUs | |  Religious Education Notes:
Introduction to OWL for Parents (all grades): September 22, 12:00-1:00 in the Fireside room. If you know people who would be interested in this program for their children, this intro meeting would good for them to attend. For more info about the UUA OWL program go to: http://www.uua.org/re/owl/Heidi Eberle is back starting Sept. 22 as our Nursery Care Provider. Sierra Lander, raised in UUCM, young adult, is co-coordinator of our newly formed OWL Program team with Jef Melcher, UUCM DRE. Also on the team is the Rev. Chip Wright and several OWL teachers and parents. The trip to the Derby farm was fun. Look for photos on the UUCM Facebook page soon. Warm Wishes,
Jeffrey Melcher,
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| Wesley Grant Proposals due September 30 | |  UUCM members: Remember to submit your Wesley Grant proposals by Monday, September 30. These annual grants fund special projects that benefit the congregation and are new, unique, innovative, and exploratory. Learn more Download the application form Send your completed application to the church administrator: Email it to office@uumarin.org or mail it to UUCM, 240 Channing Way, San Rafael, CA 94903, Attn: Administrator |
Thank you - Classical Concert
| |  Thank you to Milton Wong who coordinated the musicians for the classical concert and to all the musicians who participated. Also thanks to Lori Smith and Karen Auroy who chaired the event and to all who helped with publicity, set up, cashiering, bar, refreshments, and clean up. It was a wonderful concert featuring very professional talented musicians.
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| Thank you - luncheon | |  The Social Justice ("and catering") Committee wants to thank those who are not on the committee but who brought food for last Sunday's terrific luncheon and helped in the kitchen! This is the kind of support that makes a community a community!
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| Basket Share | |  Want to nominate your favorite organization for a basket share?
Email socialjustice@uumarin.org. Tell us the organization's name, briefly describe its work, and include a link to its website.
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Congregational Meeting 9/29
| | Pre-work for Committees Discussion
For the committees, tasks, and/or clubs on which you participate, please review the document, and please let me know your feedback. Are there member names which need to be added or deleted? Are the chairs identified correctly? Also, if you are a leader of a committee or a committee chair, let me know your thoughts on how often your committee meets and how well it is functioning, or any other suggestions you might have.
Please email your corrections, information, and thoughts to Dianne Estrada, email address is destrada@ffic.com. We will summarize all feedback and use it to prioritize our discussion. We look forward to a lively discussion on 9/29. All members please plan to attend!
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| UUCM Fall Pasta Feed | |  UUCM Fall Pasta Feed - Saturday, October 19th 5pm
Save the date for this event that is sure to delight, entertain, and fill the stomachs of all ages. Fall themed games of skill and chance, followed by a pasta dinner (gluten free option) with fabulous entertainment by our talented RE youth, capped off with a professional swing dance demonstration and dancing for all. Invite your friends! This is a UUCM fundraising event sponsored by the RE Committee, more details to follow.
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Pastoral Care
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This elders' class is designed for their family members or whomever is in charge when a medical emergency occurs! We are sponsoring Lisa Brinkman, gerontologist and director of Marin Village! She will be covering two very essential challenges: 1) What do we need to know when a medical crisis occurs, Options for Mom and/or Dad: keeping them in their homes or suitable alternatives? We also hope to include a lively Q&A.
This class & the November 17 class require registration. We will begin class at 12:15pm in the sanctuary. A light lunch will be served. Please call or email Carol Littrell-883-9676 or cjwlittrell@aol.com. This is a good time to bring your adult children so they can be better informed on these issues! Childcare will be provided!Presented by the Pastoral Care Committee and Rev.
Chip Wright
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PCD Leadership Day
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PCD LEADERSHIP DAY
Saturday, October 26, 2013
UU Church of Berkeley
"Money, Stewardship, and Faith"
Featuring Wayne Clark, Ph.D., Director, UUA Congregational Stewardship Services
Registration begins at 8AM
Program begins at 9AM
(To participate in the afternoon session with Wayne Clark, each congregation must be represented by at least three leaders (professional and/or lay leaders.) Event Flyer |
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Social Justice Education/Action Activities
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Because the Winter shelter will be closed until mid-November, there will be an even more pressing need (if that's possible) at the Mill St. Shelter and for the Street Chaplain's Tuesday night dinners.
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Members and guests are invited to take advantage of the Sunday Social Justice "Table" to promote a favorite cause or project. Perhaps you want to circulate a handout or a written petition (or refer people to electronic online petitions.) Arrangements must be submitted for committee approval in advance. figleafjoan@comcast.net 453-6221
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| Celebration of Transylvanian Thanksgiving | |  Fun, Food and Fotos Sunday, Sept. 29, starting 12:30pm Transylvanian Thanksgiving Reunion and Sharing Celebration for recent, past and prospective Transylvanian travelers. Meet in Fireside room at UU Church of Berkeley For further information contact Anne Greenwood at annegt1@sbcglobal.net For more information about the Starr King Balázs Scholar Program visit www.sksm.edu/balazs |
| 2013 PCD Men's Retreat October 25 to 27 | | 
Creating Balance In Our Lives
Friday, October 25, 2013, 4:30 PM -to-
Sunday, October 27, 2013, 2:00 PM
Westminister Retreat Center
512 Hemme Avenue, Alamo, CA 94507
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Service-learning journeys UUCSJ
| |  The UU College of Social Justice invites you to plunge in and let yourself be transformed.
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