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September 9-13, 2024
10 Lyons Plains Road Westport, CT 06880 ~ 203.227.7205 ~ uuwestport.org
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JOIN A CHOIR! REHEARSALS HAVE BEGUN! | |
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The Once & Again Singers meet every Monday at 6:30.
The first rehearsal started on August 26th at 6:30.
The Choir meets every Thursday at 7:30.
The first rehearsal started on August 29. at 7:30.
For those wishing to sing in one of the choirs who have not been previously involved, please be in touch with Ed Thompson 203-227-7205 X18 or ED@uuwestport,org
We are currently looking for more people to join the Bell Choir.
The rehearsals begin on September 9th, Monday, at 5:00. Please be in touch with Ed if you have interest in this unusual and vibrant group: 203-227--7205 X18.
The Teen Choir meets every Thursday at 6:00. The first rehearsal will be September 12. We are looking for more singers!
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SAVE THE DATE
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16 ~ 7:30 PM
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Join in the Celebration of
The Ministry and the Music of
Rev. Dr. Edward Thompson
For a concert of the works of Rev Ed
Presented by
Choral Chameleon
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SUMMER PICNICS AT SHERWOOD ISLAND | |
August Summer Picnic hosted by the Membership Committee | |
We enjoyed connecting our newcomers with current members while eating a yummy potluck at lovely Sherwood Island. Newcomers - look for more events each month to help you learn more about us and meet more people from our congregation! If you want to know more about membership feel free to contact Jerusha Vogel (membership chair) at jerushav@gmail.com | |
SOCIAL JUSTICE COUNCIL RETREAT ~ 2024 | |
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TUUCW’s Social Justice Council (SJC) began the new ‘24-‘25 year with an inspiring weekend retreat August 23rd & 24th. Friday evening, Janet and Jim Luongo hosted a potluck which gave members time to reconnect and hear stories of summertime renewal. Saturday morning Rev. Alan introduced Alex Wiesendanger, author of Seeds of Justice, Organizing Your Church to Transform the World. Alex facilitated a dynamic workshop which emphasized building 1:1 relationships through deep listening, shared stories and identified values. Such relationships can lead to powerful collaboration toward creating transformative change. (See AlexTindalWiesenganer.com)
After, members from the SJC’s 12 committees focused on the council’s vision and structure. Jim Francek and David Vita facilitated, with the outcomes being excitement over new directions the council plans to take. For more information please click HERE:
For questions or comments, please email socialjustice@uuwestport.org.
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SAVE THE DATE: REPRODUCTIVE JUSTICE PRESENTS FCCF'S BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH INITIATIVE ~ TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 ~ 6:30 PM | |
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The Reproductive Justice and the Black Lives Matter Committees will be presenting FCCF's Black Maternal Health Initiative on Tuesday, September 24th at 6:30 in our sanctuary. Join us in learning more about this program and how we can support doula trainings in this important work aiming to decrease maternal and infant morbidity and mortality.
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RSVP FOR "APPETITE FOR JUSTICE" - DINNER AND DISCUSSION | |
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Join the BLM Team on Saturday, September 28 (6:00 PM, Meeting House) for an evening of delicious food and engaging discussion. Inspired by Matthew Desmond’s “Poverty, by America” (don’t have to read it to attend!), we will consider why, in one of the wealthiest states, 11% of households live in poverty and another 29% struggle as Asset-Limited, Income-Constrained and Employed (ALICE). Here are two bites to chew on from NPR and The Atlantic.
A homemade meal will be served and we ask guests to bring a beverage. In the spirit of the evening and in recognition of Hunger Action Month, we will accept donations for the Bridgeport Rescue Mission. RSVP to blacklivesmatter@uuwestport.org by 9/20.
Please join us to break bread, build community and feed justice.
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JOHN STREET BRIDGE OUTREACH
Connecting Communities one lunch (backpack!) at a time…
THANK YOU!
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Thank you to all who donated to Backpack and School Supply Drive! April Barron of Helping Hands served a couple hundred youth in Bridgeport! | |
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She is always happy to see April!
And she loves books!
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He was so proud of his backpack! | |
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Please click HERE for more images of our backpack and school supply recipients!
Our lunch counts have been low. Please consider making a few lunches this week!
Click HERE for suggestions! Thank you!
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VOICES CAFE IS THRILLED TO INTRODUCE OUR 2024-2025 SEASON | |
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Our 2024-2025 season opens on October 5th, with The Kemp Harris Band, and we will be bringing live music to benefit social justice causes right through May 10th with season closer, legendary Peter Yarrow, and his daughter Bethany Yarrow, keeper of songs and a talent in her own right!
Don’t miss your favorites, from Cheryl Wheeler & Kenny White, to Buffalo Rose returning to Voices Cafe later this Fall, to so much more this Spring!! At Voices Cafe music matters, in our hearts, our minds and in our communities. Support Voices Cafe and enjoy some great live music!! Tickets and info: voicescafe.org
Interested in joining our 100% volunteer troupe? Reach out to Co-Chairs Shahan Islam and Jenny Klein, or email us at voicescafect@gmail.com
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CALL TO CONGREGATIONAL MEETING ~ SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 | |
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Congregational Meeting to be held in person and virtually (with RSVP only) ~ Sunday, September 15, 2024 following the worship service.
Babysitting can be available. Please let our Secretary, Felicia Keeton, know if you need this support, at fk7417@gmail.com.
Click HERE for the Agenda.
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CELEBRATION OF LIFE FOR THERESE RAYMOND-CLINE | |
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The family of Therese Raymond-Cline have chosen a date for the service when our community can celebrate Therese’s life and grieve her death. It will be here at The Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Westport on Monday, September 23 at 2:00 PM.
A catered reception will be held following the service.
Please share this with those who would like to be a part of this Celebration of Life.
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UUWRITERS ~ THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 ~ ZOOM ~ 7:00 PM | |
Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing so, some have entertained angels without knowing it. ~ Paul’s letter to the Hebrews | |
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We're starting up UUWriters again after our summer break!
Our next theme is Invitation.
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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From Nina: As we become more aligned and freer in our relationship to life, I must also do my own work on an ongoing basis. For this reason alone, I must change the schedule. I appreciate your understanding.
Except for the fourth week of each month,we will meet on Tuesdays at 6:00 PM. The fourth week we will meet on Mondays at 6:00 PM.
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MYSTICISM: WHERE SCIENCE, ART, AND SPIRITUALITY MEET
October 2, 2024—June 18, 2025 ~ Wednesdays, 7:00−9:00 PM
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Longtime members Bart Stuck and Marjorie Partch are leading these weekly discussions, which follow readings and lectures on ancient concepts and cutting-edge theories, exploring:
• Organized religion is an increasingly irrelevant part of daily life, with growing numbers citing their religious affiliation as NONE.
• Materialism is ascendant, with more people questioning the meaning of life.
• At the same time, Western science, after five hundred years, finds it has been studying five percent of the Universe.
Join these classes and begin to perceive the unity and hidden order of the world around us — the Uni-verse. Sources will include The Tao of Physics, and correspondence between psychoanalyst C.G. Jung and physicist Wolfgang Pauli: Atom and Archetype.
To participate via ZOOM, contact Bart Stuck - bartstuck@gmail.com
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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. Except for the fourth week of each month, we will meet on Tuesdays at 6:00 PM. The fourth week we will meet on Mondays at 6:00 PM. Women's Circle with Grandmother Nancy is on break for the summer. Will reconvene in the fall.
Wednesdays: 7-8:15 PM A New Earth Bob Bevacqua 7-9 PM Mysticism: Where Science, Art, and Spirituality Meet Bart Stuck
Thursdays: 4 PM Talking Circles. ZOOM HERE. Jim Francek.
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: Friday, September 27. The Host: Eileen O'Reilly. The Location: Fairfield, The Time: 6:30. Replies go to eileenbelmont@gmail.com. Eileen will send you the address. 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.
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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. | |
Tuesday, September 17th, the Women’s Talking Circle with Grandmother Nancy will reconvene. The circle starts at 7:00 pm and is for all those who identify as women. The circle uses an indigenous format and includes Native American teachings. Those interested please contact Pat Francek at patfrancek@gmail.com. | |
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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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