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June 3 - 7, 2024
10 Lyons Plains Road Westport, CT 06880 ~ 203.227.7205 ~ uuwestport.org
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BEWARE OF SCAMS - EVEN TEXT SCAMS! | |
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At least three members received a text on May 30 from the number 252-420-1468 claiming to be Rev. Alan and asking for the purchase of Apple gift cards. Please know that Rev. Alan will never text or email a request about buying gift cards!
A police report has already been made about this scam, but continue to be vigilant as scams are becoming more and more sophisticated. It’s sad that we live in a world where duplicity and deception are becoming all the more common. If ever in doubt, please contact the Main Office with any questions at 203-227-7205 x10.
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SOUNDINGS SOON TO START IT'S SUMMER SCHEDULE | |
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Starting with the June 15-16th weekend, SOUNDINGS will begin it's Summer Schedule of sending you only one singular edition - every other week. The first SUMMER EDITION OF SOUNDINGS - 2024, will arrive in your email on Thursday, at approximately midnight, June 13 and cover items spanning June 15-28, 2024.
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CALL TO TUUCW'S 73rd ANNUAL MEETING | |
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The 73rd Annual Meeting of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Westport will be held on Sunday, June 9, 2024, in the Sanctuary, directly following the worship service.
Click HERE for the agenda and all other pertinent information.
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SHARE THE PLATE - NOMINEES FOR 2024-25 | |
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TUUCW's Share the Plate is one example of our congregation's commitment to social justice. Inspired by our UU Principles and values of justice, equity, and compassion, we have previously supported organizations serving those who are food insecure, the LGBTQ+ community, and survivors of human trafficking, among many others. Collectively, our impact is powerful — a living example of our mission to "Inspire, Connect, and Act."
Click HERE to review Share the Plate nominees for FY 2024-25.
Voting will take place at the June 9th Annual Meeting.
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GET YOUR PHOTO TAKEN FOR THE 75th MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY
BEFORE OR AFTER THE SERVICE ~ LIBRARY ~ JUNE 9th & 16th
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We are excited to announce that we are launching a summer/fall project to create a complete membership directory - with photos - to capture all our members at TUUCW in this special anniversary year. As a first step, we will be offering an opportunity for folks to have their picture taken before or after the services on June 9 and 16 in the library with Rob Zuckerman as resident photographer. First come first served, starting at 9:00 AM! It should take 5 minutes only. Questions? Please contact Beth Cliff or Dorothy Rich. And if you'd like to help us with this large undertaking, we'd welcome some friends to chip in a bit of time!
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UUWRITERS: TUES, JUNE 18 AT 1:00 & THURS, JUNE 20 AT 7:00 PM | |
Anyone can slay a dragon, she told me, but try waking up every morning & loving the world all over again. That’s what takes a real hero. - Brian Andreas | |
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Our next theme for UUWriters is The Gift of Renewal. All are welcome to kickstart your writing. Prompts will be emailed to you in a packet, including poems and songs for inspiration.
Contact saribodi@gmail.com for the packet and the ZOOM link.
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UUA GENERAL ASSEMBLY 2024: LOVE UNITES, STORIES IGNITE
GA 2024 is ALL VIRTUAL: June 20-23, 2024
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General Assembly occurs June 20-23 and costs $400 to attend the virtual gathering. However, for anyone who just wants to attend the business meetings (and to participate in the voting, for those who are Delegates), the fee is only $100
Remote participation and voting will be available for the meeting, but only for those who have pre-registered with the Secretary by 12 noon on Saturday, June 8. Make sure you receive an email confirming that you have been registered. The Secretary can be reached at secretary@uuwestport.org or stapley@emberlingstudio.com.
For more about GA - CLICK HERE. To register for GA - CLICK HERE
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JOIN IN AND HAVE FUN AT THE UU SUMMER PICNICS THIS SUMMER | |
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Come one, come all to the UU Summer Picnics!
When: Thursdays at 5:00 PM
Where: Sherwood Island Pavilion
Dates: June 20th, July 18th & August 22nd ~ Rain or shine
Bring food & drink. Grills are available
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THE TAG SALE'S MISSING LINK | |
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The previous announcements of our famous Tag Sale (August 10) did not include the link to What it is and What to Donate. Click HERE for that!
And, as always, talk to Linda lhudson30@hotmail.com or text 203-829-6685
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IN MEMORIAM ~ SHERRY JAGERSON | |
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Sherry Jagerson passed away on Sunday evening, May 26th. She was surrounded by her family, including her three children, Stacy, Ty, and Wendy.
An obituary will be forthcoming. Condolences and cards may be sent to the family at her home, 39 Woodside Avenue, Westport, CT 06880.
A memorial service will be held at TUUCW on June 15 at 1:30 PM.
If you would like to help with the reception following the service, please contact Jamie Forbes and let her know what you'd like to bring or how you would like to help.
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JOIN THE GENDER EQUITY & INCLUSION TEAM FOR
PRIDE IN THE PARK ~ SATURDAY, JUNE 8 ~ 12:00 PM
AT VETERANS PARK IN NORWALK
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The Gender Equity and Inclusion Team is hosting a booth at Pride inThe Park on Saturday, June 8th, 12:00 PM-8:00 PM, at the Veterans Park in Norwalk. Join us for the fun and live performances! Take a turn tending the UU Westport Booth and promoting our Congregation through crafts, goodie give-aways, and informational handouts. Contact Jamie Forbes to sign up to tend the booth. Be sure you dress for the weather, wear your Pride-Gear, and consider bringing your own beverage and food to save money. More information HERE
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CLIMATE JUSTICE SEMINAR: MISSION I'M POSSIBLE:
THERE IS A PLANET B ~ SATURDAY, JUNE 8 ~ 5:00 PM ~ SANCTUARY
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Dr Sailesh Rao is author of Carbon Dharma Metamorphosis of Butterflies; Carbon Yoga: The Vegan Metamorphosis & Animal Agriculture is Immoral. Also producer of documentaries like Cowspiracy and What the Health. A frequent speaker at Davos, global forums, and recent workshops at Harvard, and Oxford University.
Event: Saturday, June 8th from 5:00-8:00 PM in the TUUCW Sanctuary. Some light refreshments will be provided between the seminar and the workshop. Free to the Public
Dr Rao will speak on how we can help achieve carbon neutrality and Heal the planet through our actions. Please inform your friends and neighbors and ask them to join the event or at least a portion of the event. Click HERE for flyer.
PS: We are desperately looking for a few good volunteers to help at the event and do some outreach - contact Ravisankar100@yahoo.com to RSVP about attendance and if able to help
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BAKED GOODS SALE ON SUNDAY, JUNE 9
CALLING ALL COOKS AND BAKERS!
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Last fall the Reproductive Justice Committee sponsored a baked/made goods sale; we raised nearly $700 to support women having abortions by putting together abortion care bags.
We’re back again, sponsoring another sale on Sunday June 9 before and after the service. We invite folks to donate baked goods, snacks or light lunch items for folks to eat before the Annual Meeting or "to go" foods to take home for later enjoyment. Please contact Jan Braunle if you’re able to bake or cook for us.
Monies raised will provide certified training for a minority woman to become a birth doula. A doula works with medical professionals to provide support before, during, and after birth, and minority doulas are desperately needed.
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FURNITURE NEEDED FOR CIRI APARTMENTS FOR REFUGEES | |
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We need to replenish our furniture supply for our Refugee and Immigrant Apartment SetUps. We are particularly in need of:
- Comfortable Plush Chairs
- Side Tables
- Lamps
- Rugs
- Artwork
- Dressers
- Coffee Tables
If furniture is available, please send pictures and dimensions (only if it is a very large piece or an odd size) to Dorothy Rich.
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Tuesdays: 6-7:30 PM via ZOOM Buddhist Practice Group Nina Nagy Let Nina know you are attending.Teachings offered on a donation basis. First and third Tuesdays 7-8:30 PM Women's Circle with Grandmother Nancy. ZOOM HERE Pat Francek.
Wednesdays: 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- 2:00 PM Meeting House 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: 8:30-9 AM ZOOM Chant & Meditation ZOOM - Bart Stuck & Marjorie Partch
9 AM UU Meditation & Mindfulness ZOOM Janet Luongo
The Hiking Group First Saturdays and third Mondays. Jamie Forbes Gian Morresi
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POTLUCK: June 21, 2024 The Host: Linda Hudson. The Location: Westport, The Time: 6:30. Replies go to eileenbelmont@gmail.com. Eileen will send you the address. (After June 20, RSVP to Linda at lhudson30@hotmail.com) Bring something to share if you can...no rules. What's the worst that could happen? Too much wine and dessert?? It always works out. The next two summer potlucks will be outdoors at Sherwood Island. | |
The Women's Circle with Grandmother Nancy will not take place during the summer months. We will reconvene in the fall. Meanwhile, please look at the various events and meetings available through Mending the Sacred Hoop Committee. Grandmother Nancy helped found this committee and is both an active leader and member welcoming all who are interested in attending events. | |
If you're doing your spring cleaning, we are now collecting jewelry and scarves for the Holiday Boutique. Leave any items in the office with your name on them. Thanks. | |
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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.
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CARING NETWORK
Our support network is available to provide tangible help or a supportive gift of connection for friends in need: meal delivery, pharmacy runs, grocery shopping or a small little gift, flowers, or a yummy food treat. Contact a minister or coordinators
Dorothy Rich or Beth Cliff
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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
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The Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Westport is a diverse and welcoming religious community, free of creed and dogma, and open to people of all backgrounds and beliefs.
WE INSPIRE and support individual spiritual growth.
WE CONNECT through worship, music, learning, and caring ministries.
WE ACT in the service of peace and justice.
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