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Sunday, June 5
Worship Service - 9:15 and 11:00am
What makes a church a simple church - effective, focused, and spiritually nourishing? Rev. Bret Lortie speaking.
Activities for Children - 9:15 and 11:00 am
Children will begin in the sanctuary with their families before going to Room 7 for games and activities. Childcare for infants, toddlers, and young children will be available in Room 11.
Crackerbarrel - 9:30am
"Designing Our Way to Obesity"
More than 2 out of 3 adults in the US are considered to be overweight or obese. There are many issues associated with obesity. This session will concentrate on one: the redesigning of food. Whether the redesign is aimed at cheaper production, better packaging, or better eating experience, the result is increased tendency toward weight gain. Discussion Leader: Julia Takarada. Julia Takarada is a chemical engineer, a member of UCE, and one of the three facilitators of Crackerbarrel.
Intro to Unitarian Universalism - 12:30 - 2pm
Led by Rev. Bret Lortie, we'll look at our history, our principles, the sources of our faith, and the meaning of covenant. This is the first step in the membership process.
The Chris Isely Cancer Support Group
This Sunday at 9:15am
The group is open to anyone facing cancer, either personally or through a family member or friend. This lay-led group is a safe place for sharing and hope. Interested participants are encouraged to drop in any time. Questions? Contact Renee Hoff or Brian Meister.
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Upcoming Worship Services 
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NOTE - Our summer schedule begins Sunday, June 12 with one service at 10:00am
Sunday, June 12, 10:00am
"Flower Communion"
How is our congregation like a bouquet of flowers? Bring a flower (or a few) from your garden (or flower shop) and take a different flower home. We'll recognize the many volunteers who help our congregation flourish. Rev. Bret Lortie and Rev. Connie Grant leading. This is a worship service for all ages.
Sunday, June 19, 10:00am
"Fathers, Grampys and Poppas"
On this Father's Day, Ministerial Intern Kevin DeBeck examines the generational changes in how the role of Fatherhood is played out in the American family and culture.
Sunday, June 26, 10:00am
"Postmodernism and the Legacy of the Enlightenment"
In many ways contemporary culture is caught between a dedication to science and the use of rationality on the one hand and a skepticism about the human ability to be rational combined with moral relativism on the other. The tension between these two outlooks is present within UU circles. One way of looking at these issues is to see them as a struggle between Postmodernism and the continuing influence of the Enlightenment. This sermon will try to shed some light on these questions. Our Affiliated Community Minister, Rev. Dr. Jerome Stone speaking.
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Soup Kitchen Volunteers Needed
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Can you help out with our summer commitment to St. Paul's Church (on Greenwood) for their Summer Sunday Soup Kitchen? We need 11 people at a minimum to "lobby-sit" this summer.
St. Paul's is doing a large renovation of their kitchen. They normally serve Sunday "dinner" every week. We need one or two lobby minders each Sunday from 1:30 to 4:30. The St. Paul's people will be bringing all the food and coordinating serving and clean-up. We need to welcome guests and let them in, send them to the sanctuary for drinks and then at the end of the afternoon make sure everything is cleaned up and the building empty. We will be making a little checklist for everyone so you know what we need done. Essentially you will be in the lobby-so you can visit with your friends, knit, read, or work on the computer. This is a good opportunity for new members to find out how the building "works." Don't worry, we will train you! Questions: Carol Nielsen.
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Refugee Project Starts with a Bang!
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Thanks to everyone who donated in the past week. We felt quite thwarted on Sunday when we found the URL didn't work. But despite that we are more than half way to our goal of $8000.
We will continue to make personal contacts to encourage people to donate. We hope that if you have donated, you will now ask your friends and family to make a contribution.
We are so pleased with the generosity shown by everyone. It is exciting to think about who our family will be and how we can help them settle in the United States. The news this week from Syria is devastating.
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Reparations Study Advocacy
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UCE has proposed an Action of Immediate Witness to the UUA Commission on Social Witness. Our Reparations Study AIW is now one of three that will be considered by the delegates at the upcoming General Assembly.
Please see
Unlike a Statement of Conscience, which involves a three-year competitive selection process, an AIW does not carry the full weight of the UUA. Rather, it expresses the conscience and carries the authority of the delegates at the GA at which it is passed. Adopted AIW's are used by congregations in local efforts and empower the UUA Washington Office for Advocacy to take action and recommend action through other UU groups.
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UCE Basic Food Group
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A book discussion continues every other Friday at 5pm on the book: Women, Food and God by Geneen Roth. The group is not really about women or God but definitely about food. And how it affects our spirits and vice versa. Join us this Friday June 3 at 5pm at UCE. All genders welcome. Our next meeting may be at a different location. Contact Shirley Adams or Noel Yovovich for more info.
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Family Potluck Karaoke/Game Night Sponsored by the New Member Committee Friday, July 8, 6-9pm
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Join us at UCE for a fun Friday night activity for all ages. Bring a dish to share - something easy - and your favorite family game. We'll sing some karaoke and have a great time together.
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Upcoming Membership Classes
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Intro to Unitarian Universalism
Sunday, June 5, 12:30 - 2pm
Led by Rev. Bret Lortie, we'll look at our history, our principles, the sources of our faith, and the meaning of covenant. This is the first step in the membership process.
Orientation Toward Membership
Saturday, June 11, 9am - noon
Led by Rev. Connie Grant, Membership Director, Eileen Wiviott, and members of the New Member Committee. An interactive class exploring our spiritual journeys, the diversity of our beliefs, and what it means to be a member of this congregation. This is the second step in the membership process.
Sign up at the Guest & Member Table in the lobby or email Eileen Wiviott at ewiviott@hotmail.com. There will be childcare available upon request for both of these classes. Please let us know as soon as possible if you need childcare. After June, the next sessions for Intro and OTM will be in August.
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Upcoming UCE Events
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Sunday, June 5, 12:30pm
Intro to UU
Saturday, June 11, 9am
Orientation Towards Membership
Sunday, June 12, 11am
UCE All Church Potluck Picnic
Monday, June 20, 6:30pm
Ecstatic Dance
Friday, July 8, 6pm
Family Potluck Karaoke/Game Night
Thurs, Sept. 29 - Sunday, Oct. 2
Fall Weekend
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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YWCA Let's Talk at Lunch
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Summer Schedule Reminder
Our summer schedule begins on Sunday, June 12 with one service at 10:00am.
Activities for children and childcare for infants and toddlers will be available during the service each week.
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All Church Potluck Picnic
Sunday, June 12, 11:00am
Celebrate the coming of summer with UCE's all church potluck picnic after the service on Sunday, June 12. Meat and meatless options will be provided. Please bring a dish to share for 10-12 people. If you are willing and able to help with set up, serving, or cleaning up, please contact Eileen Wiviott at ewiviott@hotmail.com. Senior high youth will lead games for children. This is a time for us to gather as a community, enjoy each other and thank each other for a wonderful year. Don't miss it!
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Ricky Byrdsong Memorial Race Against Hate
Sunday, June 19
The 17th Annual Race Against Hate will take place Sunday, June 19 at Floyd Long Field Park in Evanston starting at 7:30am. This family-friendly event, which features a 5K, 10K, walk, and youth mile, draws thousands of people from all over Chicagoland to honor the legacy of Ricky Byrdsong and promote awareness and activism to eliminate racism. Proceeds support YWCA Evanston/North Shore programming in our communities, especially in the areas of racial justice and violence prevention. Learn more and register at www.ywca.org/RAH2016. Be sure to join the UCE Black Lives Matter team!
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Opportunities
for Spiritual Practice
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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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