Nov. 27-Dec. 1, 2023 - 10 Lyons Plains Road Westport, CT 06880 - Phone: 203.227.7205

visit us at uuwestport.org

CLICK HERE for 2 week calendar PDF. CLICK HERE for past issues of SOUNDINGS.

INTRODUCTION TO UUWESTPORT WITH REV. ALAN ~ DECEMBER 3

Come to an Introduction to UUWestport with the Minister 

to learn more about our congregation.

When: December 3 from 11:30-1:00 following the service 

Questions?: Email alan@uuwestport.org or call (203) 227-7205 ext.12 to connect with Rev Alan Taylor

Light refreshments. Childcare provided upon request.

Sign ups encouraged HERE  

SOCIAL ACTION AND JUSTICE: OUR PRINCIPLES IN ACTION

Congregants Melanie Wyler and Kathy Roberts at HUSKY Lobby Day at the Connecticut State Capitol.

VOICES CAFE PRESENTS WINDBORNE'S MUSIC OF MIDWINTER

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 ~ 4:00 PM

benefitting Helping Hands Outreach

Voices Cafe's December 16th concert, Windborne's Music of Midwinter, will benefit Bridgeport's Helping Hands Outreach's holiday efforts for needy families.

Our friends at Helping Hands know that they can count on us...after all, we've delivered over 36,000 lunches to their John Street Bridge clients! On December 16th, we'll support Helping Hands through donations of unwrapped toys and gift cards, to be shared with children and youth to brighten up their holidays.

This Voices Cafe concert promises to be "a profound vocal experience" with the stunningly powerful harmonies of Windborne, as well as a moving experience for our community as we support Helping Hands Outreach's holiday effort on behalf of needy families.

Click HERE to hear Windborne's "A Traveler's Prayer"

Tickets & donation info: voicescafe.org

BEARDSLEY SCHOOL OPPORTUNITIES

Join us for a Holiday Read Aloud on December 19th with those cute little ones in Pre-K through 2nd Grade.  We will supply the books; all you have to do is have fun! Please let Anita Pfluger know you can come. Can’t read this time? Consider gifting supplies and books listed on the lobby Beardsley Board or online. To learn more about opportunities to help – stop by our Social Justice Table on December 3rd or explore here. There are so many ways to brighten a child’s life!

WINTER CLOTHING DRIVE

With winter coming soon, the Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants (CIRI) is asking us to extend our warmth to newly arrived refugee families needing winter clothing. You can make a difference by donating NEW winter clothes, including coats, gloves, scarves, and hats for all ages.

Several Beardsley School students also need winter coats, 5^th grade girls and boys sizes youth L or XL and several pre-K students size 5/6 and 10/12.  Any gently used coats donated will be given to Beardsley School and to our John Street lunch recipients.

Please place your donations in the bin in the foyer. It’s important to remember that staying warm is not just a matter of comfort, it’s a necessity. Any questions please contact Kathy Roberts.

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN DISCUSSION VIDEO AVAILABLE

Sunday, November 19th, Rev. Alan moderated a Capital Campaign Conversation with us. If you were not able to be present for the conversation, see it HERE.

SHARED TRANSITIONAL MINISTRY PRESENTATION

Rev. Alan Taylor shared this past Sunday a presentation on the role of the Transition Minister and how he intends to move our Shared Transitional Ministry froward. You can view it HERE. The Power Point slides he shared are HERE.

Back by Popular Demand! The Holiday Boutique! (December 3 and 10)

Don't miss the Holiday Boutique on December 3 and 10 before and after services in the East Wing. A popular event, you can buy jewelry, scarves and other items donated by members of our congregation with all proceeds going to TUUCW. We're still accepting donations which can be left in the office. And if you want to volunteer to help, contact Sari at saribodi@gmail.com

Tuesdays. First and third Tuesdays 7-8:30 PM Women's Circle with Grandmother Nancy. ZOOM HERE  Pat Francek.

Wednesdays: 6-7:30 PM via ZOOM Buddhist Practice Group Nina Nagy Let Nina know you are attending.Teachings offered on a donation basis.  7-8:15 PM A New Earth Bob Bevacqua

Thursdays: 4 PM Talking Circles. ZOOM HERE. Jim Francek. 7-9 PM Mysticism: Where Science, Art, and Spirituality Meet Bart Stuck

Fridays: Third Fridays 6:30 PM Women's Potluck. Location moves monthly. Eileen Belmont. Last Fridays: 7:30 PM UU Movie Group. ZOOM. Dorothy Rich Every other Friday 12:30- 2 PM Meeting House starting Sept 22 Shawl Ministry Jan Braunle

Saturdays and Sundays: Saturday anytime drop of lunches in outside bins. Sunday 9:30- 9:50 AM John Street Bag Lunch Drop Off Teryl Eisenberg.

Sundays: 9 AM UU Meditation & Mindfulness (virtual and in person) Janet Luongo

The Hiking Group First Saturdays and third Mondays. Jamie Forbes Gian Morresi

Sacred Circle with Grandmother Nancy on Tuesday, November 21 on ZOOM. 7-8:30 PM. All who identify as women are welcome. Thought-provoking and inspirational conversation. First and third Tuesday of the month. Contact Pat Francek

Potluck Friday night December 15. Starting at 6:30 PM, chat with old friends and meet new ones at the home of Eileen Belmont in Westport. As always, there will be great conversations and yummy food. Carpooling is encouraged. RSVP for the address: Email Eileen at eileenbelmont@gmail.com or call: 215-350-3015

• Domestic Violence Crisis Center (DVCC)- 24Hr 888–774–2900
• Alcoholics Anonymous: 866-783-7712 https://ct-aa.org/meetings
• Al-Anon (family members of alcoholics) https://www.ctalanon.org/meetings
•  In a behavioral health crisis-- Dial 2-1-1, for Mobile Crisis Response Unit
• Suicide and Crisis Lifeline – Dial or Text 9-8-8, 24 hours
• Text the Crisis Text Line at 741741, anytime.

PASTORAL CARE

If you are going through a challenging time or know somebody in the congregation who needs support from our Pastoral Care Chaplains, call to leave a confidential message in the PCA voice mailbox 203-227-7205 ext. 19 or email pastoralcare@uuwestport.org.

ADDICTION RECOVERY

For individuals or families of our congregation seeking confidential support or information about addiction issues. Please contact our Addiction Recovery Ministry by calling 203-227-7205 ext. 19 or emailing  pastoralcare@uuwestport.org