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UUCA - A place to Connect |Grow | Serve
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| Note: UUCA office is closed Friday, November 11, in observance of Veteran's Day. |
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Sunday Worship
November 13, 9:15 and 11:15 a.m.
"Election"
Sermon by Rev. Aaron McEmrys, Senior Minister
"Election" is about way more than voting. It means "to choose." In this season of hard choices, our world needs our bravest commitments and boldest choices. The voting is over, but what we elect to do and how we elect to be is just beginning.
Livestreaming of the service here.
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Give the Plate: Culpepper Garden
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Sunday's Give the Plate offering will go to Culpepper Garden. Founded by UUCA some 40 years ago, Culpepper Garden provides affordable housing and services for seniors. It is Arlington's only independent and assisted-living senior community for those with limited income.
Read more.
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Donald is Director of Music at the UU Congregation of Atlanta where he runs one of the most eclectic and exceptional music programs in the city with two large choirs, several bands, and many talented in-house musicians. He and Clerestory Choir are sure to make beautiful music together!
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Thanksgiving Sunday
November 20, 9:15 & 11:15 a.m.
Our Thanksgiving Sunday is one not to miss! The service includes our traditional Breaking of the Bread ceremony with bread made by Rev. Linda and an intergenerational baking crew on Saturday.
And, we are excited to have Donald Milton, III, as our guest choir director.
Donald will also lead two singing workshops on Saturday. See the announcement elsewhere in this newsletter. |
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A Soulful Solidarity w/ Standing Rock - Nov. 20
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Come, be part of this soulful gathering of performing and creative artists that include Ashley and Jim Cash of Woven Green and Priya Parrotta Natarajan of Sanctuaries D.C., plus other artists. It's your opportunity to stand in solidarity with our Native American siblings. Monetary and frequent flyer miles donations will be accepted to help other Native peoples go to Standing Rock.
Watch for more details this coming week. |
Location: UUCA Sanctuary
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Live the Pledge Workshop
 Nov. 12 & 19, 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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Live the Pledge Reflection Sessions
Nov. 16, 29, Dec. 8, 18
 UUCA is committed to its Pledge To End Racism, and we have already begun our work as a community with our Live The Pledge workshop. We also have a number of Live The Pledge covenant-style reflection sessions where we'll reflect upon issues of race, justice and white privilege. Please click here to participate in one of our sessions. This is a timely opportunity, post the presidential election.
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Meet the Artists
Sun., Nov. 13, 4-6 p.m.
 Meet the artists behind current show in UUCA's Center Gallery -
Looking Forward and Back -- featuring immigrant artist Essa Neima, Lukman Ahmad, Rana Jaafar Yaseen, Yosief Abreha.
Flyer here.
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After-Election Message from UUA President Peter Morales
 "This is a time to take a deep breath and a long view. Our role as religious progressives committed to democracy, compassion and human dignity is to help bend our culture toward justice." Read more.
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UUCA in the News: After-election Healing Service and Islamophobia Discussion
Fox Channel 5 came to report on Wednesday night's Islamophobia discussion and was able to report on both the discussion and our after-election healing service. The link to the news report is here.
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Dream Project Thank You
 Among the many joyful events at the UUCA Annual Auction was the celebration of UUCA's 5-year partnership with The Dream Project. "We value the relationship that we have with your wonderful church, and we look forward to working together again in the future . . ." Read more.
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UUCA Receives 2016 James B. Hunter Human Rights Award
You are invited to join Rev. Linda in accepting the the James B. Hunter Human Rights Award an behalf of UUCA. The ceremony and reception takes place December 8, 7p.m. at the Arlington County Board Room. Read more.
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 Two Music Workshops by Guest Musician and Director Donald Milton, III:
Singing is Easy and The Second Voice Change: The Aging Voice
Saturday, November 19, 12:30 to 3 p.m.
ALL are WELCOME!
More details here.
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Music Update - Meet new members to the Music Team
It promises to be an exciting year of transition in music. An official search for a new Music Director will begin in the spring. In the meantime, we have some exciting things planned and new members to our music team for you to meet.
Read more here.
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Join Chalice Theatre for Karaoke Night!
Sat., Dec. 3, 7-10:30 p.m.
 Sing your heart out with friends and family. Special guest stars TBD! Pizza, wine, and other treats available. $10. Proceeds benefit UUCA's Creative Arts Ministry and Chalice Theatre.
Flyer here.
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A Call for Artwork:
Art Telling a Story
Show running Nov. 20 - Jan. 22
 In conjunction with our November Soul Matters theme (Story) we will host a show of artwork that either tells a story OR has a story behind the image. Stories can be funny, poignant, quotidian -- Any story you want to share.
Please bring your artwork WITH a short statement (100-150 words or less) about its "story" to the Volunteer Room between 9 - 11 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 20. All work must be ready to hang with secure hanging system attached to a rigid substrate. Painting, drawing, collage, photography, fiber art are all accepted. Contact:
Carson Herrington
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Religious & Lifespan Education
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Your bringing desserts for Thanksgiving dinner?
No problem. The Youth Group is sponsoring a pie/dessert sale the Sunday before Thanksgiving. All donations benefit the Youth Group Service Trip fund.
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Holiday Craft Party for Kids
Sat, Dec. 3, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
 Parents can join in the fun or shop upstairs at Mistletoe Mall. Activities include crafts, pictures with Santa and a pizza lunch. Families from our partner communities will be joining in the fun. Suggested donation
of $5 per child or $10 per family.Flyer here.
Want to help? Great! Volunteer to bring juice or cookies or by serving as an "elf." Contact
Fred Stokeld
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Trick or Treat for UNICEF Boxes
 All boxes are to be returned Sunday, November 13 to the UU-UNO table in Fellowship Hall. |
 Happy Hour - We could use one!
Thursday, Nov 17, 6-7:30 p.m.
After a long election process, come for an evening of fun and relaxation. Meet new people and enjoy an evening just having fun. Snacks will be provided, please bring a beverage (beer, wine, or non-alcoholic) to share.
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Bread-Making with Rev. Linda and Friends
 Join Denise Kappler, Rev. Linda and other bakers to help make the loaves of yummy bread for the November 20 Thanksgiving Sunday. Takes place in the Fellowship Hall kitchen beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday, November 19. All ages welcome, and no experience necessary.
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 Mistletoe Mall
December 3 & 4
Fine arts and crafts from local and international artists.
Flyer here.
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The Pecans are HERE!
 It's time for the annual Day Alliance Holiday Nut Sales. Fresh pecans from Georgia: Pecan Halves (great for baking and snacking), and pecan candies - Chocolate Covered, Cinnamon Glazed, and Caramel Clusters. They all make great gifts. And here's more good news - the price is still the same as last year - $10 a bag! Available after services starting this Sunday, Nov. 6. Shop early and often!
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Arlington Parents: What to do on Teacher Workdays?
Here's a solution to childcare when schools are closed on teacher workdays. UUCA is the drop-off, pick-up for Youth Share Teacher Work Day Adventures.
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Condolences to Marian Forte and her family, on the death November 1 of her mother Helen Pecharich Langworthy, age 101. Rev. Peebles is conducting a memorial service November 10, at Culpepper Garden, where Helen spent her last years.
Condolences to Erica Woods, Dan Fish, and their families, on the death of their mother Emily Fish. Emily and her husband Stephen, who predeceased her, were active members of UUCA since 1951. Emily served as member of the Day Alliance, worked on auctions and other activities, and they were both active members of CLAMS (the Chatter, Laughter & Munching Society) for many years. Even after she could no longer make it to UUCA events, she very much appreciated the Day Alliance sending her cards over the years. Emily died November 2 at Goodwin House, Alexandria, at the age of 104.
Condolences to Alek Jovovic and Monique Doussard, and their family, on the recent death of Alek's father, Dragos Jovovic.
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Thank you to everyone for another successful AUCTION!
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Congratulations to our intrepid auction team (led by
Kate Gallup and
Tom O'Reilly) and all those who came for the 2016 Auction! The bidding was lively, the food was excellent, and almost all had a good time (sorry for those who didn't win their bids!!).
Rob Albro, our auctioneer for the evening, was successful in pulling $28,000 from our wallets during the live auction. UUCA again showed its support by pledging $9,500 for the Dreamers and $5,800 for Guatemala scholarships! While still in review, it looks like we raised about $30,000 for UUCA!!! Thanks to all the volunteers, bidders, and donors -- see you for the Treasures Hunt on April 29 and next year's auction! Enjoy more
photos here -- photos courtesy of
John St. Hilaire.
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Attention early holiday shoppers!
 When shopping Amazon, please remember to use AmazonSmile.com. The Amazon Smile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases to UUCA when you choose the church as the recipient. |
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