February 15-19, 2021 - 10 Lyons Plains Road Westport, CT 06880 - Phone: 203.227.7205
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COVID-19 VACCINE APPOINTMENTS PHASE 1B UPDATE |
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We have been notified that if you are 65 and older you can now register to get the COVID vaccine. Begin by clicking the link below:
Start by filling out the VAMS enrollment form. Once this form is submitted you will receive an email within 24 hours from either VAMS or CDC to sign up as a vaccine recipient. This is where you will be able register yourself and set up the vaccination appointment.
PLEASE BE AWARE: Every person must use their own email address in order to be vaccinated in the VAMS website. If you have a shared email account, or do not have an email, you must create a new one. If you have any questions, please contact your town Health Department.
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ADDICTION RECOVERY TALKING CIRCLE - MONDAY FEB 15 - 7:00 PM |
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The Addiction Recovery Ministry will hold its Recovery Talking Circle this Monday. Individuals and family members can share on a number of issues including compulsive behaviors related to alcohol, drugs, sex, shopping, gaming/gambling, screen overuse and eating. Contact: Jim Francek for more information and ZOOM link .
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ANNUAL DARWIN DAY CELEBRATION - FRIDAY FEB 19, 2021 |
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The statewide Darwin Day Celebration will be held as a LIVE FREE ONLINE EVENT. We are one of the sponsors of this annual event held in honor of Darwin's birth. James Prosek, internationally acclaimed artist, author, naturalist, conservationist, and Connecticut native will be the evening’s speaker.
A live Q&A with Prosek will follow immediately after his presentation. This year’s online event will also include audience participation in a challenging science quiz. For more information, click HERE. To register click HERE.
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STARTING POINT BEGINS AGAIN SATURDAYS IN MARCH |
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Our next Soul Matters Starting Point program meets four Saturdays in March, 12-1:30 PM. For more information contact Linda Lubin.
Ann Bova co-facilitates one of our Soul Matters Sharing Circles. As a long-time UU, Ann joined our congregation in 2019 after moving to Fairfield. “As a recent widow, I was looking forward to meeting new friends and taking on various activities, then Covid hit. I was fortunate to join one of the Soul Matters groups which has made a big difference in my new life here. It has not only introduced me to a wonderful group of people but also allowed me to further explore my UU faith and values in a new and deeper way. I feel re-energized and renewed!” (And you can say hi and welcome to Ann by emailing her here!)
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Thursday, February 18th - When Justice Is Not Equal
part of Accelerating Justice - an essential webinar series
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Last year our TUCW UU the Vote team partnered with the Center for Common Ground, writing postcards to suppressed voters as part of the “Reclaim Our Vote” initiative. We will continue to work with the Center in the future; it is a strong partner of our UU the Vote efforts nationally.
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Sadly, since Election Day many pieces of proposed legislation have been submitted to state legislatures with the intent to reduce access to voting, especially where there are high BIPOC populations. These legislations are likely to become law unless UUs and others dedicated to true democracy rise up and act.
The Center will be co-hosting an "Accelerating Justice" webinar series where we'll learn about what's going. Let's educate ourselves so we can continue to protect voting rights. Info and registration HERE.
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#BLM movie for Wed February 24 7-8:30 PM
Our selection will be on Netflix; Remastered: The Two Killings of Sam Cooke (2019). This pairs nicely with One Night in Miami which was last Wednesday's selection. ZOOM HERE. Emcee will be Jamie Forbes. |
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INTERFAITH SESSION PROVIDED USEFUL
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE EDUCATION
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Unitarians were well represented at our Interfaith discussion on Domestic Violence last Saturday morning. These situations are complex, and even more so because they are invisible to so many. We share with you just one of the many eye-opening sets of facts, in this case as it relates to the special challenges our BIPOC communities face. And these pandemic times make it more challenging for all of us: pressures abound. For further information, contact Wendy Levy as head of our Safe Congregations group, or the DVCC. |
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THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING
REVEALING HISTORY: HOW WE GOT HERE, WHY IT MATTERS
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The Revealing History planning team is grateful to the TUCW community for its support of our program and to all who invited family, friends and colleagues. Nearly 200 people joined us for our inaugural event to learn more about racial injustice through art, photography, music, poetry and our guest speaker. For more, click HERE.
And we'd like to hear from from you! Your feedback, which will be anonymous, will help guide our planning for future programs. Please complete our quick survey, HERE.
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NOMINATING COMMITTEE SEEKS QUALIFIED CANDIDATES
FOR CONGREGATIONAL LEADERSHIP
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The Nominating Committee is currently evaluating potential nominees for elected committee positions that will open in June 2021. For descriptions and terms of office for The Board of Trustees, Endowment Committee, Committee on Ministry, and Nominating Committee, please click HERE.
If you have an interest in being considered or would like to suggest a member for consideration, kindly email the Nominating Committee at nominating@uuwestport.org this week. |
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETS THIS TUESDAY FEBRUARY 16 7-9 PM |
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Our Board of Trustees will be meeting this Tuesday, February 16. Minutes and reports can always be found HERE. Please let us know if there are items you'd like to have discussed by emailing us at board@uuwestport.org.
Reminder that on January 31 we heard from Luke Garvey as he shared with us our congregation's Priority Ends for the year, and a bit about how we are doing against those ends so far. Recall our priorities are:
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- ““We become a sustainable, engaged, growing Congregation comprised of all generations.”
- We live out our commitment to promoting social justice causes, especially racial justice and gender equity.”
Take a listen! And please join us on Sunday February 28 after the service when we'll be discussing what these ends could look like for us as we get closer to reaching our goals. As Luke says: "Help us paint the picture."
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•ONGOING PROGRAMMING EACH WEEK•
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Mondays 6:30-8 PM via ZOOM Buddhist Practice Group Nina Nagy Let Nina know you are attending.Teachings offered on a donation basis. 7 PM (Every other Mon; check calendar) Addiction Recovery Talking Circle Jim Francek
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GENERAL ASSEMBLY - JUNE 23-27, 2021 It feels early, but save the dates for GA. Registration ($200) is open! GA registrants receive access to the 2021 Online Participation Portal, including live, simulive, and on-demand video content, the virtual exhibit hall, chat features, support, and a (new!) GA mobile app. Click HERE to register.
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Our complete calendar is always on our website. Click HERE for quick access.
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Our Women, Spirit and Imagination Series provides a rich set of opportunities for women to connect more deeply with themselves and other women in our community. Full details HERE. Other events on the calendar: |
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Tapping Circles with Carol Hamilton Meditations to quiet the mind. Every Monday in February. 7-8:30 PM
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Sacred Circles with Grandmother Nancy Talking circle, thought-provoking conversations. Tuesday, Feb 16, 7-8:30 PM. Special ZOOM HERE
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Intensive Journaling offered by Carol Hamilton. Wednesday, Feb 17, 7-8:30 PM Learn a variety of novel journaling techniques to help us deal with life's stressors.
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Virtual Potluck on ZOOM! Friday, February 19 at 7 PM. Cohosts will be Nancy McKeever and Sari Bodi
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Black Lives Matter Meeting - Friday, February 24, 7:00-8:30 PM. We are working on three specific areas: police accountability, education reform and women’s conferences intended to inspire, connect and create further action.
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BLM Book Club: Friday, March 5, 7:00-8:30 PM. We will be discussing "The Truth is Marching On: John Lewis and the Power of Hope" by Jon Meacham. Kathy Roberts will lead the discussion.
ZOOM Information for most TUCWomen Gatherings: Meeting room: HERE ID: 457 957 6089
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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 pca@uuwestport.org.
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CARING NETWORK
Our support network is available to provide tangible help for friends in need: meal delivery, pharmacy runs, grocery shopping, a regular phone call of connection. Contact a minister or coordinators Mary Jane Cross 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 pca@uuwestport.org
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The Unitarian Church 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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