Dear RE families, Youth, and Volunteer Leaders at UUSS,

Garden Day fall fun!
Many thanks to Glory Wicklund for creating such a fun garden day for our RE children. Chips, salsa, lemonade, and garden games under the warm fall sun! We also appreciate the RE volunteers who helped to make it happen. Our UUrth Song CommUUinty Garden is now open for winter plots. Please contact me if you would like more information. In other garden news, Glory is soon stepping down into more of a maintenance role instead of a full organizer for our community garden. There are many roles and responsibilities to fill. Perhaps one or two generous RE families would like to learn more information about this unique and rewarding opportunity. Feel free to speak with me or reach out to Glory to discover the possibilities. 



Congressman Ami Bera's visit
The UUSS RE children and youth received a powerful message from Dr. Ami Bera on Sunday, October 18th. Sitting with Rev Roger up front was pretty special! The famous sticks and stones may break my bones but words can never hurt me was shared in a short story. It is always great to be reminded of this! 



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Two services for all ages in November
Don't miss a chance to share a Sunday morning together in our planned services for all ages. We have two in November which means on these days there is no Religious Education. These services will be held on 11/1 and 11/22. Please still sign in at the RE Welcome Table on these days. Thanks! 
Kids' Freedom Club
Our UUSS Kids' Freedom Club is open for others to join. New members should be in at least 3rd grade (based on parent discretion) and up through high school. The group works to raise awareness and funds to help end debt bondage and other forms of slavery around the world. Four UUSS folks will make a trip to India in November to visit some of the sites of Free the Slaves, the organization we support. We will bid farewell to them in service on Sunday, November 8th. Thank you.
Upcoming Events
- Welcome Home Dinner fundraiser. Chef Glory and crew will prepare a delicious meal for all ages with the theme of Aloha Saturday evening, November 21, 5:30-8:30 pm. This is a family friendly event. Organizers are seeking dishwashers, a clean up crew, raffle and brief auction coordinators. Tickets will go on sale beginning November 1. 

-Spirit Play volunteer training coming early January, 2016. We would love for new volunteers to be trained in this special and fun Sunday morning program. Please contact the RE Coordinator to reserve your spot! 
Sunday Morning gets Bigger
Come learn more about Unitarian Universalism and our congregation.  Each class includes presentation, activities and discussion.  Sunday Morning Spiritual Practices:  9:45- 10:15 every Sunday (except 5th Sundays). Child care available in our Room 11 Nursery. 
 
-1st Sunday Labyrinth walk
(meet at Labyrinth. Starts November 1)
-2nd Sunday QiGong & Tai Chi Chuan
(meet at Labyrinth)
-3rd Sunday Silent Meditation in Room 6
-4th Sunday  Reading a reflection on poetry & prose
in Room 6
 
Exploring Unitarian Universalism
Third Sunday of the Month 9:30 - 10:15 before service in the 
FAHS room.
November 15 - Principles and Sources of our Tradition
December 20th - Faith  - what does it mean to a UU? 
January 17th - Social Justice - How do we live our values?
An invite from Sierra Arden Church
Sue Stegenga-Ward, the kids leader at the Sierra Arden United Church of Christ, has invited UUSS to help gather gently used and new toys, clothing, and shoes for children in Liberia. A bin will be in the RE office for you to drop off your generous donations during the week or on Sunday mornings. Please drop your gifted items off by November 15. Thank you! 


UUSS is hosting! 
A Middleschool Retreat at UUSS November 6-8. The Pacific Central District gathers youth to enjoy activities such as group games, small group meetings, daily worship & workshops. How exciting for us to share our new building with other youth in our District. Registration and early bird price must be postmarked by October 30. How many Junior High Youth Group (JHYG) members will represent our wonderful congregation? Miranda can assist with registration details and questions. 

Thank you for reading and for all of your continued support!
Miranda 
UUSS RE Coordinator 
 

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