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Sunday, November 22
Worship Service - 9:15 and 11:00am
"You Can't Change One Thing"
If you really can't change one thing, how can you change anything? How do we respect and learn from the heritage that helps shape us, carry forward those aspects that are useful and meaningful, and change the things that need changing? Rev. Connie Grant speaking.
Children's Religious Education
Preschool, kindergarten-first grade, second-third-fourth grade, and fifth-sixth grade classes meet from 9:15-10:30 and 11:00-12:15. The seventh-eighth grade class meets at 11:00 and the senior high youth group meets at 10:30. All will begin in the sanctuary for the first part of the worship service before going to classes. Childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers is available from 9:00-12:30.
Peace Circle - 1:00pm
Join Peace and Justice for a peace circle in room 2.
"The Paris Attacks - An Open Discussion in Roughly Three Parts"
1) The facts as now known, e.g. time-line, places attacked, identities of the attackers, weapons used, suspects, military response up to the present.
2) Less well known aspects, e.g. motives of the attackers, lapses in security, choice of places and people, international conspiracy.
3) Future ramifications, e.g. continuing military actions against ISIS, more allies in the fight vs ISIS (whose boots on the ground?), possible increases in ISIS's ability to recruit. Also the effect on the immigration crisis, on U.S. security - particularly in large cities, and on relations between the U.S, Russia, the EU, Israel, Egypt, Iran, etc.Discussion Leader: Dick Whitaker
The Chris Isely Cancer Support Group
This Sunday at 9:15am in Room 2
If you have had cancer, are in treatment now, or have experienced cancer with a loved one, join us to talk and listen, learn and teach. Come with a caring heart. We keep the stories in the room.
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What's in a Name?
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We Evanston Unitarians have a long history of carefully considering the naming of our church. When we were founded in 1891, we were not pressured to name ourselves, and so we didn't. Known informally as the Evanston Unitarians, the church was not officially named until 1902, when it became apparent that they needed to be incorporated in order to buy land and obtain the mortgage necessary to build a new church. And they needed to provide a corporate name on the applications. Click here to read more.
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Interfaith Thanksgiving Eve Celebration
Tonight - Wednesday, November 25, 7pm
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Rev. Bret Lortie is the keynote speaker at Interfaith Action's annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Eve Service. The service features prayers and blessings from a variety of local churches and spiritual communities, and is a powerful celebration of our shared blessings and collective gratitude. Carpooling and/or parking at UCE are recommended.
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Calling all UCE Wind Instrument Players for a Christmas Eve Carols Group
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Last year we put a brass group together to play carols on Christmas Eve. We wanted to expand it to any wind instrument (and possibly more) to play before one or both Christmas Eve services as people come in. We have carols music in SATB (soprano, alto, tenor and bass) for many wind instruments. Rehearsals will be on Sunday, December 20 at 1:30-2:30 in the sanctuary, and again Tuesday December 22, 7-8 p.m.
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Recently Retired (But Never Retiring!) Women
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A change of Date and Place: Due to the holidays, our November AND December meetings have been both changed and combined into one: December 8 at 5:30 at Brenda Cooksey's house. More information about the topic will be included closer to the date.
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Tuesdays, December 1, 8, & 15, 7:00 - 9:00pm
Reclaiming Prophetic Witness: Liberal Religion in the Public Square, by Paul Rasor
Paul Rasor, one of Unitarian Universalism's best political critics, says we need to recognize the built-in difficulties religious liberals face, including our commitment to liberty, which makes it hard to speak with a united voice. He finds that beneath our theological diversity there is a shared set of religious values, and seeks to restore the voice of progressive religion in the public square as a counter-weight to the religious right. He articulates nine core religious principles, including "the inherent worth and dignity of all persons," the importance of "cooperative power," and the principle of human liberation. The UUA recommends Paul Rasor's Reclaiming Prophetic Witness to be studied by all congregations as a way of undergirding our commitment to social justice. Facilitated by UCE's affiliated community minister, Rev. Jerry Stone. To register, email learning@ucevanston.org or sign up on the Religious Education bulletin board near the lobby.
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RACE GETS REAL EVERY DAY
Microagressions Workshop
Monday, December 7, 6:30pm
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RACE gets REAL every day and we need to pay attention and respond. As promised at our October weekend workshop on racial equity, the REAL team will continue to bring more YWCA-led follow-up workshops to UCE. The most requested follow-up topic is Microaggressions which will be our focus on Monday, December 7, at 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Please save the date, and RSVP to Martha Holman.
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Common Threads, the UCE knitting and crocheting group, meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 10am, and the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7pm.
We make hats and blankets for babies, and scarves and shawls for people who we think would like a hand-knitted or crocheted care shawl. Sometimes, we also work on our own projects.
We have a huge stash of donated yarn, needles, and directions, as well as people who can help you improve your knitting and crocheting skills. Our next meeting dates are December 1 at 10am and December 22 at 7pm. Contact Joan Horberg with any questions.
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Sing Thing
Tonight, 7pm at UCE |
If you are in town for Thanksgiving and are looking for something to do the day before turkey day, come and join us as we celebrate in the Thanksgiving spirit with the Sing Thing singalong on Wednesday, November 25, at 7:00 pm. John LaPlante, Brian Nielsen and Sam Sibley will provide the music and the words, and you are invited to share your voice and enthusiasm.
You are encouraged to bring along any acoustic or rhythm instrument you may have laying around or just come to sing and join in the happy noise.
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Principles and Sources Discussion
Sunday, December 13, 10:15am
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A discussion facilitated by the New Member Committee taking a deeper look at our seven principles and six sources with some helpful metaphors. Join us whether you are new to Unitarian Universalism or you think you've heard it all.
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Ministers' Schedules
Rev. Bret Lortie is available on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and by appointment. Monday is sabbath and Friday devoted to writing. To send a message or read Rev. Bret's blog, visit www.liberalfaith.org.
Rev. Connie Grant is generally in the office during the day on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and often has evening meetings on those days. She takes Mondays off and works at home on Fridays. Please email or call Connie for an appointment.
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Upcoming UCE Events
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Click each event for more information.
Wednesday, Nov. 25, 7:00pm
Sing Thing
Thursday, Nov. 26
Congregational Thanksgiving
Tuesdays, Dec. 1, 8 and 15, 7pm
Reclaiming Prophetic Witness Discussion Class
Sunday, December 6, 12:30pm
Mitten Tree Wrapping Party
Monday, December 7, 6:30pm
REAL Workshop
Sunday, December 13, 10:15am
UU Principles and Sources Class
Monday, December 21, 6:30pm
Women's Ecstatic Dance
Sunday, January 10, 10:15am
UU Principles and Sources Class
Thursday Nights, 5:30pm
Meditation Group
Thursday Nights, 7pm
UCE Addictions Ministry Group
Sunday Mornings, 8:15am & Wednesday Mornings, 9:30am
Yoga
Saturdays at 10:00am
Open Drumming Circles
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Community Involvement
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Click each event for more information.
YWCA Let's Talk at Lunch
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Ornament Sunday
Sunday, December 6, 12:30 pm
Ornament Sunday is an opportunity to get together with people of all ages to make ornaments to trim the UCE tree and to take home.
If you would like to lead or assist with a holiday-related ornament/decoration-making activity, please email
by November 29.
Ideas for projects are available!
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Mitten Tree Wrapping Party
Sunday, December 6, 12:30pm
After church on Ornament Sunday, we will wrap 200+ presents for the Mitten Tree. WE NEED YOU!! All ages can participate and we can use everyone's help! Please bring wrapping paper, holiday bags & gift boxes if you have them. The wrapping party is a jolly event! Don't miss out! Any questions about the wrapping party, please contact Cindy Sammons.
We also need people to help deliver presents. If you can help with deliveries, please contact Carol Nielsen.
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The Wailin' Mahalias at UCE
Sunday, December 13
Come listen to music from the Wailin' Mahalias during both services on Sunday, December 13.
Join us later that afternoon at 1:30pm for a CD release event for the new CD, Angel Voices.
There will be food, drink, a concert and prizes.
Suggested admission charge $10.
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 UCE After Work Meditation Group
Thursdays at 5:30pm
Join us for a weekly "after work" meditation group every Thursday night from 5:30-7:00pm at UCE.
To start, we will have a 20-minute sitting meditation, followed by walking, then a second sitting meditation, followed by a half-hour discussion on a short provided text.
Rev. Bret Lortie will lead the group at least twice a month, with members of the group leading on other Thursdays. Generally this will be led in the Insight (or Vipassana) tradition, but other traditions will be respected and perhaps explored by participants. The group is open and anyone can join us on any Thursday evening they are able.
Contact Rev. Bret to be put on the mailing list for readings and information. Drop ins welcome any time.
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8:15am on Sunday Mornings
9:30am on Wednesday Mornings
Yoga at UCE is designed to reduce stress, bring relaxation, increase range of motion, and find balance - restorative yoga. If you never have done yoga before, this is your opportunity. Drop in, wear comfortable clothing for stretching, and try it. Yoga is learned by doing. Community yoga mats provided if needed.
Contact Doug Erickson or Jessica Tomell-Presto with any questions.
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Our Giving House for the month of November is collecting men's long underwear (size medium and larger) and socks.
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