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UU News
Monthly Newsletter of
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Greensboro
An Intentional Liberal Religious Community November 2013
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I loved marching in the CROP walk under the UUCG banner with other UU's. Our delegation joined many regional churches in this Walk to Alleviate Hunger, and we made sure that the Unitarian-Universalist Church of Greensboro was well represented and seen by all.
This month we'll have another chance to interact regionally in a very meaningful way. Our friends Rev. Michael Dowd and Connie Barlow will be interacting, not just with us on Sunday morning the 3rd, but with Greensboro's larger religious and environmental communities on Friday and Saturday. There will be an material presentation at the UUCG Friday night and then an Environmental Forum on Saturday at the Congregational United Church of Christ. I
The Friday and Saturday events offer both individual opportunity and a clear chance for our church to get more involved in the regional response to the world's growing environmental crisis that we need to interact with and part of.
If your team or committee has any submissions for the December newsletter or if you have questions for the editor, please send them to commuucg@bellsouth.net.
In Covenant:
Vance Archer
Newsletter Editor
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Liberal Religious Community
|  ALL ARE WELCOME IN THIS CHURCH
Distinctions of power, privilege, and estate, which apply outside these doors, do not apply within them. Women, men, and children; persons of any color, culture, age, ability, economic status, or affectional orientation; skeptics and those pursuing common or unorthodox religious paths...
All Are Welcome Here!
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Sunday Worship Services and Schedule
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Sunday, Nov 3
| "Ecology is the New Theology"
| Rev. Michael Dowd
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| Michael discuses the latest version of his ever-evolving "Religion 2.0" -- aiming for a globally relevant, scientifically realistic, inspiring, and activating worldview that can bridge religiously diverse and secular perspectives.
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| Sunday, Nov 10
| "Ask Antoinette and Olympia" -
| Rev. Ann Marie
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| How has the presence of women in the UU ministry changed overtime and how has the ministry changed because of the presence of women?
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| Sunday, Nov 17
| "When Spiritual But Not Religious is Not Enough"
| Rev. Lisa Romantum Schwartz
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| Gone are the days when people had to go to church and good riddance! In a recent national study, the growingest group among American seekers are those who respond to the question of religious affiliation with: None. At the same time, the numbers of people who call themselves spiritual has grown. What do the Nones look for when they seek a spiritual community? Is Unitarian Universalism ready to welcome them?
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Minister of the UU Fellowship in Winston-Salem
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Sunday Morning Schedule
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9:30 - 10:30
| Adult and Children's RE
| All are welcome. There are offerings for all ages, (Nursery services provided)
| 10:30 - 10:55
| Social Gathering
| Informal Social Gathering prior to Worship. (Nursery Services Provided)
| 10:55 - 12:15
| Adult and Youth Worship
| Both adults and children start our service together. On most Sundays the children leave the sanctuary for Youth Religious Education, which also ends at 12:15. On Services labeled as "Worship for All Ages" or Inter-generational, the service will be shared by both children and adults.
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Wednesday Fellowship Pot Luck and Expressions Worship Service
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Join us on Wednesday evening. We share a pot luck supper at 6:00 pm followed by our Expressions Worship Service from 7:00 to 7:30.
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Nov 6
| Chronis, playing Greek bouzouki music
| Nov 13
| Piano ensemble, featuring Carol Michaelis, David Benson, Marilyn Clayton, and Mark Freundt, playing a variety of styles
| Nov 20
| Transgender Day of Remembrance Service, led by Rev. Ann Marie and Karen Madrone
| Nov 27
| Mark Freundt, playing the clavichord
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Please bring your own table service for the pot luck dinner. It helps our church stay green.
THANK YOU! |
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Reflections from Rev. Ann Marie
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I love November! Sometimes when I am asked what spiritual path I follow, I say I am a religious humanist on Monday, a neo-pagan on Tuesday, a radical Christian on Wednesday, a Buddhist on Thursday... Well, you get the idea! I am flexible when it comes to labels. Yet, I am almost always, every year, a dedicated follower of earth-based spirituality every day of the week during the month of November! I love the beauty of the trees this time of year. I love the crispness in the air. I love the gentle rains. The earth (at least the part we live on) is turning towards winter and the gentle movement and all it brings is just glorious. The great "turning towards" reminds me that each life cycle is short, yet so distinct. My wish is that we will all find times to slow down and enjoy what is before us this month. If you are driving along hurrying to work or to the store and see a tree a flame with color, stop and let the beauty fill you. If you walk outside to get the mail or pick up the newspaper on one of these fall mornings, feel the air and say a prayer to the universe, just because you are alive! In freeing faith, Rev. Ann Marie |
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From Cindy Dillard, DRE
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As UUs, we are taught to value the wisdom found in the many religions of the world. An excellent opportunity to explore some of those religions will be taking place this month in Winston-Salem. Families with children thru Fifth grade are invited to Interfaith Winston-Salem's Festival of Faith and Culture, Sunday, Nov. 10, 2-5:00 pm, at the Gateway YWCA, 1300 S. Main Street, W.S. They will learn about other faiths and cultures in four activity centers: 1) arts and crafts, where they will make take-home items-Hannukah menorah, henna tattoo, UU chalice, Buddhist prayer flag-that tell stories about other traditions; 2) performance, where they will learn through storytelling, music and acting; 3) cultures, where students from Wake Forest University will share from African (Kwanzaa), East Asian, Southeast Asian/Middle Eastern, and South/Central/Latin American traditions; and 4) a food court, where samples of foods from other countries will be available. The event will involve students and leaders from several cultural organizations at Wake Forest University and from local religious groups, including Temple Emanuel, the Annoor Islamic Center, Green Street UMC, Wake Forest Baptist, the Buddhist community, and the UU Fellowship of Winston-Salem. The festival is free and open to children from all cultures and faith traditions. For more information, visit: http://www.if-ws.org/interfaith-news/loadsofactivitiesforkids
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Namaste
Cindy Dillard, DRE
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From the Congregational President - Charlotte Hamilton
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It is my honor to see UUCG from a number of "seats", and I like what I see these days as autumn leaves fall and UUCG swings into full action! From my seat in the choir on Sunday mornings, I am uplifted by what I see all around me during the worship service, before and after ...heightened energy, commitment, and sense of community. I see energy in the increasing number of visitors and new members attending worship services and taking part in church activities, including Sunday morning Adult RE classes, with more babies and toddlers in the nursery, children enjoying stories during the worship service and then going to exciting RE programs, and newcomers joining Wednesday evening potlucks. I feel a commitment to deepening understanding of Unitarian Universalism, the history of our liberal faith and our guiding principles, through worship leadership that Rev. Alderman and the Worship Team provide that intensify my feeling of being in a sacred space and re-commitment to living our faith with the "fire of commitment" stirred by Mark Freundt, the choir and musicians at Expressions.
I sense a deepening sense of community seeing congregants support old friends and newcomers through times of joy and sorrow, with special outreach of the Lay Pastoral Care Associates and Care Team, and engaged conversations after service. I sense renewed energy for social action and community service projects, serving our community as well as our congregants. Fellowship, fun...and service. I feel all of that and hope you do also. Many heads, hearts, and hands are needed to build and sustain the energy, commitment and sense of community, and I hope new members and visitors will feel included and invigorated by participation in some aspect of our spiritual life and social action.
Another "seat" that inspires me is as president of the congregation and facilitator of the UUCG Board. There I see hard-working Board and committee members working with diligence and effectiveness to fulfill their duties and to collaborate with Rev. Alderman to refine our evolving governance processes and review policies and procedures to benefit our congregation and our facilities. As Sharin Francis reports elsewhere in this newsletter, the Board is looking to policies that strengthen the wellbeing and future of the congregation, and its financial stewardship.
As Thanksgiving approaches, I personally give thanks for UUCG and its central role in my life, to Rev. Alderman, and to the many, many people who build spiritual direction, personal strength and fellowship through our interactions. I welcome your thoughts about how things look from your "seat", and I hope that you also feel the satisfaction that I do in our UU spiritual community.
Charlotte Hamlin,
Congregational President
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Team and Committee Meetings and ways to help out
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Membership in our movement entails the investment of both our time and talents to further our shared mission. Please find ways to connect your personal contributions with those of others within our Spiritual Community to make our Church Community and Culture a better place.
Some of our Teams and Committees real have regular meetings. Others meet irregularly or virtually and accomplish their missions without regular meetings. The list below contains the meeting time and location of those teams and committees that meet regularly. Feel free to attend any of these meetings as they are all open. We invite your participation in our church's governance and mission.
Coordinating Council Meetings
The Coordinating Council meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM in the Sanctuary. This monthly meeting is where the complex church meeting and mission schedule is worked out by our various Team Leads and Committee Chairs. The Council is co-chaired by Karen Madrone, VP and Rev. Ann Marie Alderman. This is an open meeting.
Board of Trustees Meetings
The Board of Trustees meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM in the Sanctuary. This monthly meeting is where Governance Decisions are made for our Church. This is an open meeting.
Communications TeamThe Communications team publishes the monthly newsletter, and maintains the web site. We also administer our Facebook and Twitter Sites. We don't have regular meetings but there are several jobs that you could help with. Please contact Vance Archer if you would like to explore joining the Communications Team
Fellowship Team Meetings
The Fellowship Team meeting is on the first Wednesday of the month. We meet during the potluck -- look for the table with the small flag. Everyone is invited to join this team that is always on the lookout to create opportunities for people to connect and have fun.
Healthy Congregation Committee Meetings
For more information, contact Sue Beck: sbeck1@triad.rr.com Membership Team The Membership Team makes visitors welcome in our church and works to expand our membership. Our team runs the visitor's table on Sunday mornings, contacts all the visitors who come to our church and organizes meetings and classes for new members. Please take a look at our bulletin board in the foyer and get to know our new members. Membership is a big focus for Rev. Ann Marie. If you are interested in working with us, please contact Judy Gecinger
Music Team MeetingsThe Music Team meets after Church on the Sunday before the Coordinating Council. This is typically the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the Month. Meetings are typically held in the Library. Policy & Procedures Committee Social Action Team Meetings The Social Action Team meets on second Sundays after the service at 12:30 pm in the Library. Opportunities for volunteering with SAC include hands-on, nitty-gritty tasks and work toward policy change to benefit Greensboro's residents.
Worship Team Meetings
Our Worship Team typically meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month @ 3:30PM, Please check with Barbara Hands to make sure this is correct for this month's meeting. Also contact Barbara Hands if you are interested in helping the Worship Team as a Team Member, an Usher, Service Leader or Service Coordinator..
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Regular Events
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Feeding the Hungry at Urban Ministries, First Monday of each month
On the first Monday of each month a group of volunteers from our church shop for and cook a meal for the homeless at Urban Ministries.
We are in the process of building a new team to carry out this important project. If you would like to be part of the action, contact Ken Knight at oldpeacenik@gmail.com or at 288-0103.
Men's Night Out, Monday, Second Monday each month
Join us at our next Men's Night Out beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Mi Pueblo, 3911 Tinsley Drive in High Point for dinner and fellowship.
Ladies' Night Out, Last Monday each month
We ladies meet the last Monday of the month at the Saigon Restaurant on the corner of Merritt Drive and High Point Road. We meet at 6:30 and enjoy Vietnamese food, enjoy lively conversation and get to know each other better. There is a lot of laughter during our time together in a room all to ourselves. We welcome newcomers. Please contact Mary Davis or Janet Plummer if you plan to attend.
Men's Night Out 2, Last Monday each month
A second Men's Night Out is held the last Monday of each month. We will meet at Applebee's on Battleground Ave. Sunday Evening Meditation Group The Sunday evening meditation group has changed to an open format. All are welcome to attend any session or all sessions! We meet from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month. Please note that we will lock the door at 7:10 p.m. to minimize our distractions. Contact Joan Skokan or Jim Roeder with any questions.
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Adult Religious Education in November
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 We have a wide range of Adult Religious Education opportunities this fall at UUCG. There will be Sunday morning programming from 9:30-10:30 and Thursday nights from 7:00-9:00. Compassionate Communication will lead on the first Sunday 11/3. Compassionate Communication is based on the work of Marshall Rosenberg. Nonviolent Communication (NVC) is based on the principles of nonviolence-- the natural state of compassion when no violence is present in the heart. NVC begins by assuming that we are all compassionate by nature and that violent strategies -- whether verbal or physical -- are learned behaviors taught and supported by the prevailing culture. NVC also assumes that we all share the same, basic human needs and that each of our actions are a strategy to meet one or more of these needs. People who practice NVC have found greater authenticity in their communication, increased understanding, deepening connection and conflict resolution http://www.cnvc.org/ Into the Beautiful North book discussion October 27 Greensboro's 2013 One City One Book selection is Into the Beautiful North by Luis Urrea. UUCG will have a discussion of the book on Sunday, October 27 at 9:30. Sponsored every two years by Greensboro Public Library, One City One Book is an opportunity for the community to learn from each other's thoughts and deliberations. Since its inception in 2002, the mission of this project has been to connect the people our community through literature. To learn more about One City One Book and related events, visit http://greensboro-nc.gov/index.aspx?page=848 For more information about the discussion, please contact Sharin Francis. Acts of Faith Sharin Francis will also lead discussion on Acts of Faith by Eboo Patel over three weeks November 17, December 8, 15. We will first show this year's Ware lecture featuring Dr. Patel on November 10. Acts of Faith: The Story of an American Muslim, in the Struggle for the Soul of a Generation Acts of Faith is a remarkable account of growing up Muslim in America and coming to believe in religious pluralism, from one of the most prominent faith leaders in the United States. Eboo Patel's story is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of young people -- and of the world-changing potential of an interfaith youth movement. Currently only $3.99 for the Kindle edition. http://www.ifyc.org/about-us/eboo-patel Thursday nights our Developmental Minister, Rev. Ann Marie Alderman, is leading "Faith Like a River" the Tapestry of Faith curriculum on UU History. Submitted by Steve Pearsall |
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Science & Religion Bridging the Gap Faith | Fact
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Presentations by: Michael Dowd and Connie Barlow
Nov. 1-3, 2013 in Greensboro
Friday 11/1 at 7:30 pm
"Religion 2.0 -- The Evidential Reformation" an interactive talk with Michael Dowd at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Greensboro (UUCG), 5603 Hilltop Rd. (Sponsored by UUCG Social Action Team and Emerging Ecology, Inc.)
Saturday 11/2 from 9:00 to noon
"Nurturing the Earth's Future: An interfaith environmental forum" at the Congregational United Church of Christ, 400 W. Radiance Dr. (Sponsored by Environmental Stewardship Greensboro - register on-line at www.ncipl.org/esg.)
Sunday 11/3 at 11:00
Sermon "Ecology is the New Theology" by Michael Dowd at UUCG, 5603 Hilltop Rd. Religious Education by Connie Barlow - "We are All Cousins"
For more information about Michael Dowd, visit:
http://thegreatstory.org/michaeldowd.html
For more information about Connie Barlow, visit:
http://thegreatstory.org/CB-writings.html
For additional details about these events in Greensboro,
email: Nelson Stover's E-mail
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Constellation coming to the UUCG, 7:00 PM Novermber 2, 2013
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Come Experience Constellation
Eric Thomas and Helen Wolfson light up the stage and are almost as much fun to watch as to listen to!
Singer/Songwriter Eric Thomas plays guitar and sings, mainly light rock 'n roll and rhythm 'n blues, while Helen plays a wonderful Hammered Dulcimer. Together they are Constellation, with eceletic music that includes a mix of traditional fiddle tunes, classical, country, blues, original songs and covers of contemporary music. You'll enjoy a range from the blues on the hammered dulcimer to a string-bending guitar lad on Turlough O'Carolans eighteenth century "Planxty George Brabazon".
COME AND BE DELIGHTED
Saturday Nov. 2. 2013 7:00 PM (Free Performance - Refreshments available, Donations Accepted)
Sunday Nov. 3 2013, (Part of the Church Service), - CD's Available after the Service
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Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, Nov. 3
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Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?
Sunday, November 3rd at 9:30 a.m.
Starring Phoenix Harmony and Valerie Bullard
Conflict Improvs this month features a Thanksgiving predicament.
How to manage (or not) a lecherous, drunken relative.
What's your opinion?
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Lay Mediation Training in November
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Lay Mediation is currently offering these educational opportunities:
1. Role plays where volunteers can try out being observers, participants, or mediators. These role plays happen on the forth Thursday of every month from 6pm to 8pm. The last 30min. is used for reflection on the process and discussion of the issues raised.
2. Discussion of readings, general discussion and reflection, mini role-play sessions and procedure development happen during weekly mediation classes that meet from 6-8 p.m. on the first, second and third Thursday of every month
Relevant, potential or current themes are addressed in the monthly role-plays. These may include: cyber issues, leadership, use of power, shared space/ resources, communication, diversity and identity.
Everyone is welcome to join us in the study of mediation, participate in role-plays or to observe and contribute to the reflection and discussion. For more information please contact Donya Lucas at donyalucas@hotmail.com or by phone at 336-686-0851.
Watch the newsletter for more information about Lay Mediation.
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TAKINGT T-UU THE STREETS - Youth Social Action, Nov 14
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 "We have been giving out the care bags. I have always wanted to be able to help in some way, but I've never been in a financial place to give out money. The people I have given the bags to are always always so grateful. It brings tears to my eyes each and every time. We have given out probably close to a dozen, and each time they are so happy to see it. I even said to one man that I was sorry I didn't have any money, and he said "that's okay, this helps a lot. Life's not all about money." It was a powerful reminder of my own priorities and of how grateful I am that I am okay...that I have people willing to help me with a kind word or financial help if I need it. But I think the most impressive thing about the whole experience has been my daughter. She keeps a sharp eye out from the back seat and never fails to point out anyone she sees. She always wants to be the one to give the bag, forcing me to slow down and pay attention, to look them in the face. She even insisted that we add plastic spoons to each bag so that they could eat their applesauce and peanut butter more easily. It has been a great way for her to develop her own compassion and empower her to make the world a little better." Robin Lewis
During the month of October, "Taking It T-UU The Streets" received over $40 in cash -- through Sunday School offertory and the lobby collection box -- plus many in-kind donations towards our ministry to help support those in need on our streets. If you are able to help, suggested donations to the basket in the lobby include trial-sized hygiene items and single-serving non-perishable food items. For more information, please contact Cindy Dillard (uucgre@att.net).
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Blood Drive, Nov. 27
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Once again, our church is doing its bit to help the Red Cross replenish blood supplies ahead of the holiday season, when needs are always at a peak. We have consistently reached our goals in the past, and with your help, we should be able to match or exceed that admirable record.
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED to help set up, phone, publicize, provide snacks and host. Contact coordinator Phoenix Putney to offer your services: PxHarmony@gmail.com or 855-8018.
DONORS: Shorter wait times go to those who register. You may sign up to reserve a slot Sundays at church during November, or online: www.redcrossblood.org. To prepare, remember the ABCs of blood donation:
Always eat. Bring photo ID or donor card. Come hydrated!
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Thanksgiving Dinner, Nov 28
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Thanksgiving Dinner
2:00pm at UUCG
November 28, 2013
Bring a dish to share. Please bring your own place setting for the table.
A sign up sheet will be on the bulletin board by the kitchen.
If you have any questions, please contact Cindy Williams Cmmrw@triad.rr.com
Fun family games after dinner
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During November, the Music Team offers you the opportunity to purchase a poinsettia to decorate the church for the holidays and then take home on Christmas Eve. Loved ones will be honored and commemorated by these poinsettias which cost $15.00 again this year.
Thank you for supporting the work of the Music Team!
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Make it a Merry Christmas for a Family
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 The Social Action Team has chosen again this year to give gift cards to a family that is temporarily living in the apartments at Partnership Village. And if the congregation is as generous as last year, two families may receive these gift cards! We will accept donations in November and get them to the family early in December so that parents can shop for their children. Families who find themselves without a place to live are given temporary homes at Partnership Village, another of Urban Ministry's wonderful projects. Their time there is limited, but includes assistance with job skills and budgeting of income as well as a day care to make job searches easier and getting to a job possible. Watch for details about the family and the ways you can donate in the Order of Service in about two weeks. You can also contact Sara Bourquin at 632-1616 or sbourquin@triad.rr.com. |
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Celebrating the Season Part 1
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Saturday, December 14, 2013
6:00-8:00pm
Adults are invited to participate in the holiday dinners in the homes of UUCG members and friends. And children/youth/young adults are invited to participate in their own kick-off to the season at UUCG.
ADULT HOLIDAY DINNERS This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know other members of the congregation. Participants sign up to either host or attend a dinner, and the host organizes the dinner. You will be contacted by the host to let you know what you need to bring to share for dinner. A sign up sheet will be on the bulletin board by the kitchen.
For more information please contact Cindy Williams -cmmrw@triad.rr.com fellowship team
CHILDREN/YOUTH/YOUNG ADULT DINNER Adults participating in the holiday dinners are invited to bring their children/youth to UUCG for dinner and festivities with Cindy Dillard, DRE. From 2-5:00 will be Community-building games and Fellowship for youth/young adults (6th grade on up). They will be joined from 5-7:30 by children (5th grade and younger--including toddlers). There will be a pizza dinner, followed by festive activities including paper chain-making, cookies and flubber, supported by the youth/young adults. Suggested donation: $5 per participant
Please let me know if there is something that is unclear or if you have any questions. Thanks so much.
Namaste,
Cindy Dillard, UUCG DRE
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Celebrating the Season Part 2
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Saturday, December 14th 8:00 pm
ALL are welcome for "dessert & songs"
After the dinners, we will all gather back at the church for a Dessert buffet, a Festive carol sing-a-long led by Mark Freundt. You don't have to attend a dinner to come for the dessert & singing. A fun time will be had by all!
For more information please contact Cindy Williams - cmmrw@triad.rr.com fellowship team
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New Members Update
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We welcome these new members to our church...
Jennifer ("Nefer") and Robin Lewis with their family, Jayna and Rio. Amelia and Jake Mattocks with their family, Oscar and Leo. Take a look at the bulletin board for their bios ( written by Donna Scheidtz) and make them feel at home. A new member orientation class will be held on Saturday, Nov 2 at 9:30AM. Please contact the church office to sign up or email Judy Gecinger; judyhelen@northstate.netIf you would like to volunteer for one Sunday at the visitor's table, let Judy know. This is a great way to serve the church and meet new people. |
CROP Walk Report
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 UUCG team marches for Greater Greensboro CROP Hunger Walk and RunSpecial thanks to all the UU's who joined the UUCG"s CROP Walk Team and those that sponsored our participation in this year's event. We raised $898 for the CROP walk. With the multiplier effect on these donations, we've provided 7,184 meals and returned about $225 for Urban Ministries and our own regional food bank. All this was all accomplished while sharing a good time walking and talking under our congregation's banner to the tune of the fiddle and guitar. See you next year! |
Nonperishable Food Drive Update
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THANKS to Manessa Green and Dakota Spooner, Bolling Lowrey, Annetty Koense, Shavonta and Ava Kuecker, Chris Voorhees, Ken Knight, Sue Cole, Sharon Goll, and Becky Floyd for collecting 798 pounds of nonperishable food and $64.59 in cash for the Greensboro Food Bank at the Food Lion at 4653 West Market Street on Saturday, October 5, 2013.
Thanks also to an unknown person who donated another 120 pounds in the UUCG name on Friday night so that a total of 918 pounds was collected for the Food Bank this weekend.
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We need a Hospitality Team
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Not that long ago when I was fairly new to a UU congregation and didn't yet know I might be a UU minister one day....I volunteered to be a coffee host. It was a great way to have something to do and meet new people at the same time. If you are looking for a way to be of service, UUCG is in need of a few task oriented volunteers to take on a recreated Hospitality Team. If you have two or three friends who would like be on this Team, I'd be happy to help you find a creative way to make sure there is a system in place for our weekly "coffee communion"!
See Rev. Ann Marie for more details or to volunteer! |
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Birthdays in November
|  Larry Puzio, Joshua Osborne, Ana Osborne, Sue Cole, Bing Putney, Patricia Vedder, Geralyn Cox, Roger Robbins, Jim Roeder, Libby Flynt, Abby Donnelly, Breeze Dunham, Jessica Stahl, Rachel Goodfriend, Robin Lewis, Cole Weih, Abby Ward, Brian Garza, Sage Rector, Jayson Makar, Avery Courter, Dante Frost, Cora Eder and Caelen Mead |
Attendance and Offering Update
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September 22
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122
RE-34(kids/adults) | $1,562.00 | September 29
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RE-36(kids/adults) | $1,798.00 | | October 6 |
136 Includes kids
RE-7 Nursery(kids/adults) | $2,360.00
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RE-29(kids/adults)
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Expressions
September 18 26 $11.00
September 25 42 $9.00
October 16 20 $23.00
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UUCG Covenant
| We, the members of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Greensboro, do covenant to:
- Promote a search for personal meaning, respecting individual truth in a community process of quest
- Speak and act with caring, courtesy and love thereby maintaining emotional, physical, and spiritual safety for all
- Support UUCG and denominational efforts with our resources
- Combat injustice while promoting equality
- Nurture our children on their spiritual journeys
- Hold ourselves to this covenant, especially during times of conflict and disagreement
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UUCG Officers
| Charlotte Hamlin, President chamlin1939@gmail.com
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UUCG Trustees
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Michelle Lee (2015) nc.dogwood@yahoo.com
Ken Knight (2014) oldpeacenik@gmail.com
Myra Anne Geese Dean (2014) myraannegesse@yahoo.com
Sue Beck (2016) sbeck1@triad.rr.com
Suzanne Deering (2015) zanned@earthlink.net
Katja Brown (2016) sbrown039@triad.rr.com
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UUCG Staff
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Reverend Ann Marie Alderman, Developmental MinisterRev. Ann Marie Alderman began serving as our pastor on August 1, 2013. She may be contacted by sending an e-mail to amalderman@uuma.org or on her mobile phone 704.770.8748. She is usually in her UUCG office on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons.  Julie Hamilton, Congregational AdministratorOffice Hours: Please call church office for appointments
Office Phone: 856-0330, Cell: 687-4101, E-mail: uucgadmin@bellsouth.net  Mark Freundt, Director of MusicOffice Hours: Please call church office for appointments Office Phone: 856-0330, Cell: 908-1103 E-mail: uucgdirmu@bellsouth.net Cindy Dillard, RE Coordinator Office Hours: Please call church office for appointments Office Phone: 856-0330 Cell (614)975-0126 E-mail: uucgre@att.net
Walter McCorey, SextonTuesday, Thursday & Friday (times vary based on needs). |
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Congregational Contacts |
Adult Religious Education Team
Accountability Committee
ACT
Archive Records Committee
Building and Grounds Team
Care Team
Committee on Leadership Development
Committee on Endowment
Communications Team
Coordinating Council
Denominational Affairs Team
Fellowship Team
Finance Committee
Cabaret Auction Sub Team
Governance Task Force
Healthy Congregations Committee
Labyrinth Task Force
Lay Pastoral Care Associates
Membership Team
Music Team
Policies and Procedures Committee
Social Action Team
GLBTQ Sub Team
Strategic Planning
Volunteer Coordinator
Worship Team
Youth Religious Education Team
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Nelson Stover
Sharin Francis
Jim Roeder
Sara Bourquin
Harold Gunn, Ann Dickinson
Ken Williams
Vance Archer
Karen Madrone
Steve Pearsall
Cindy Williams
Lonnie Houck
Lauren Houck
Sharin Francis
Sue Beck
Steve Pearsall & Ken Williams
Janet Eley
Judy Gecinger
Sue Sherwood & Marilyn Clayton
Michelle Lee
Sara Borquin, Sue Cole, Becky Floyd
Karen Madrone
Katja Brown
Sue Sherwood
Barbara Hands
Heather Rushforth
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