During the time I have been here with you, we have talked a bit about shared ministry. Perhaps you have heard me say I operate from a shared ministry model? From some of you in the congregation, I have heard that you want a shared ministry with me and the next minister. Like other conversations we might have here or elsewhere in our lives, maybe we need to check in and make sure we are talking about the same thing. Here is how I understand shared ministry. Ministry, whether we like this word or not, is all that we do in the congregation- caring for each other, hospitality, education, music, and social justice are all examples of ministries of this congregation. When we look at ministry as the work of the congregation, we can easily move into an understanding of shared ministry... Read more.
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Sunday Services are both In Person* and on Zoom! *Child care is available in Room C (downstairs) from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM on Sunday. |
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| Sun, Oct 8 - "Unlikely Friends" - 10:00 AM with Rev. Tracy Sprowls I collect stories about animals that have become unlikely friends from a hippo and a turtle to an old grey parrot and his scientist friend. This morning we honor our animal friends and all of the earth’s creatures with our annual animal blessing. Bring photos of an animal you live with or love or admire or lost. Bring your well behaved dogs and cats or chickens, too. Live animals are welcome. So are beloved stuffies. |
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To join by phone call: 301-715-8592
Meeting ID: 964 3956 5352# |
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Sun, Oct 15 - "Now Is The Time" - 10:00 AM with Rev. Jules Taylor
The state of our world, our nation, our lives can feel overwhelming. So much is needed, it is inevitable that overwhelm can lead to shutting down, doing what is necessary for survival. And—as people of faith who recognize the web of all existence, our survival is connected to others’ survival. We can’t wait. |
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Rev. Jules Taylor is a Unitarian Universalist community minister specializing in critical incident response, community crisis and pastoral care. Rev. Taylor is the Senior Director of Contextual Ministry and an affiliate professor at Meadville Lombard Theological School. Agitating, preaching, and working towards dismantling systems of White Supremacy are key in Rev. Taylor’s theology and work. |
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| Soulful Sundown: "What's Intuition Got To Do With It?" with Linda Bryce
In ancient times, ‘God’ spoke through prophets. Today, science has established the reality of what is commonly called ESP, but from where does the information come?
Upcoming: Oct 18, Nov 1, 15
Email linda.bryce@hotmail.com to be placed on an email notification list. |
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| See Upcoming Events below! |
 | Memoirs
Thu, Oct 5 | UUFCC, Fellowship Hall | 2:30 PM Each attendee is free to share a memory with the group or just listen. Our purpose is to encourage people to record their memories to share with friends and family and to develop a sense of fellowship with one another. Any and all are welcome. Contact Mike Bourgo. |
 | Intergenerational Choir
Thu, Oct 5 | UUFCC Sanctuary | 7:00 PM
Kids can join our choir rehearsal for a special practice and sing in our intergenerational Animal Blessing service Sunday, October 8.
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 | UUFCC Ministerial Search - Listening CircleFri, Oct 6 | Zoom | 2:00 PM Your participation is invaluable as the Ministerial Search Committee will use this input in describing our Fellowship — in the UUFCC Congregational Record, which potential candidates can see in December — and while assessing possible candidates starting in January.See questions to think about and more here. |
 | RE Kids & Youth & Middle School
Sun, Oct 8 | UUFCC | 10:00 AM This Sunday we have our Intergenerational Animal Blessing Service, so all children and youth are invited into the service! |
 | Lifespan RE Hour - Multiple Sun, Oct 8 | UUFCC | 11:30 AM Kids - Join us downstairs for a Game Hour! Adults - Hot Topics: Centre LGBTQ presents (See below)
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 | Lifespan RE Hour - Adults Hot Topics: Centre LGBTQ Discusses Gender!
Sun, Oct 8 | UUFCC | 11:30 AM
We unpack gender diversity and how our language can be used to support and affirm individuals' identities. This will be a space where we invite to come as and where you are in your understanding of gender diversity. We hope you’ll bring your questions and a willingness to learn.
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 | Meditation MondaysMon, Oct 9 | Zoom Link | 12:30 PM
Join Kelle Kersten for a guided meditation during your lunch to center yourself for the coming week!
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| UUFCC Ministerial Search - Listening CircleWed, Oct 11 | Zoom | 7:00 PM Your participation is invaluable as the Ministerial Search Committee will use this input in describing our Fellowship — in the UUFCC Congregational Record, which potential candidates can see in December — and while assessing possible candidates starting in January.See questions to think about and more below. |
 | UU Adventurers: Pickleball Lesson
Fri, Oct 13 | YMCA | 5:15 PM Meet at the YMCA for a Pickleball lesson. Cost is $15 for YMCA members, $25 for non-members. Deadline to register is October 6! Register here.
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| UU Adventurers: Kayak at Bald Eagle State Park!
Sat, Oct 14 | Boats and Bikes | 10:00 AM Meet at Boats and Bikes at Bald Eagle State Park (182 Marina Rd. Howard, Pennsylvania 16841) for a morning of kayaking! Bring your own kayak or rent! Bring a friend! |
 | Resilience and Acceptance in the Face of Collapse Sat, Oct 14 | UUFCC | 11:30 AM Click the image or here for the flyer info.
Join Kelle Kersten and Bob Flatley for this free 9-week course. We begin with a sobering introduction to societal collapse, then guide you through a supportive pathway to greater resilience and acceptance in the face of collapse. Know that this experience will be emotionally rigorous. See Syllabus for more info. Commitment: ~4-5 hr/wk (HW + meeting). Registration 18 ppl max.
Register here by Sun, Sep 22.
Email magicjubilee@yahoo.com with questions. |
 | Film Event with Centre LGBTQ
Sat, Oct 21 | UUFCC | 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for an evening of films for both adults and kids centered on LGBTQ topics, shorts and a feature film with poetry and food! Donations of banned books for Centre LGBTQ's library as well as Trans clothing and monetary gifts welcomed!
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| Request for Congregational Input
As part of the transition work, the board has reviewed the UUFCC Mission and Vision. We think it could be improved with some minor changes (for example, changing a few words or adding a bullet). Please let us know your ideas for making small changes to the mission/vision. Click to view our current mission and vision. You may submit your responses in one of the following ways: Visit the table in the Community Room after the service October 1 and October 8, or any time between those dates, to submit your contributions in writing. Send an email with your ideas to asktheboard@uufcc.com Complete a 1-question survey here.
Please respond by October 8! Thank you! |
 | Centre LGBTQ Fundraiser Please order banned books or new trans clothing to donate to Centre LGBTQ! Monetary donations also accepted. Order banned books here: https://pen.org/pride-month-a-banned-book-reading-list/ |
Fall Decorating
Did you or your family grow a large and/or artsy looking pumpkin or gourd this summer? Have you seen one at a local farmer's market that caught your eye? If you are willing to share it, please feel free to add it to the display by the front door of the Fellowship. Color, uniqueness, humor--whatever would add to a cheerful Fall welcome for all. Thanks from the Gardening Group |
Attend a UUFCC Ministerial Search Listening Circle!
We’re in the next phase of gathering input: ministerial search listening circles. Thank you to everyone who attended on October 1! The next ones will be on Zoom: Friday October 6th at 2pmandWednesday October 11th at 7pm. (Zoom link)
There will be one in-person after the October 15 service. Your participation is invaluable as the Ministerial Search Committee will use this input in describing our Fellowship — in the UUFCC Congregational Record, which potential candidates can see in December — and while assessing possible candidates starting in January. If you have a chance, please think about these questions...Read more. |
The Board of Trustees Update
From the September 9th Board Retreat: - Goodco’s proposal for a new water pump for the Fellowship heating system was approved unanimously.
- Gretchen Kuldau was appointed as chairperson of the Program Council.
From the Board of Trustees meeting on September 27: The Board voted to: - approve the June 3, 2023, Special Board Meeting Minutes
- appoint David Blizzard as Chairperson of the Memorial Garden Committee and members Doug Archibald, Martha Jordan, Michal Stump, Peg Dobrinska, and Doris MacKenzie to serve.
- extend the meeting for another 15 minutes.
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From the Treasurer
We have new instructions for making contributions in the form of stocks or mutual funds. Our investment account has moved from TD Ameritrade to Schwab. If you are planning to make this kind of contribution, please contact me at Treasurer@uufcc.com for the new wire transfer instructions. |
For more info on Activities for Adults, visit the Adult RE page or contact Ashley Hamlin: 509-339-9389 | ahamlin@uufcc.com. |
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