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UUCA - A place to Connect |Grow | Serve
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Sunday Worship
January 22, 9:15 and 11:15 a.m.
"Stormy Seas"
Sermon by Rev. Aaron McEmrys
The inauguration and the Women's March will be behind us and will be be a time of adventure and anxiety. And, we need to embrace both.
We are excited to have our Artist in Residence, Maya Rogers, back with us after her music workshop in Hawaii. Come to hear her lovely rendition of Carrie Newcomer's
Stones in the River.
Livestreaming of the service here.
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Inauguration Night Interfaith Service of Prayer and Meditation
Friday, January 20, 7:00 p.m. - Sanctuary
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Everyone is welcome to join us for this very special interfaith service of hope. Please bring your family and friends to gather in beloved community with our resident faith partners to pray and reflect on this new beginning for our nation.
Mohammed Abdelilah of the Moroccan Muslim Community, Mary VanDevanter of the Insight Meditation Community of Washington, and Rabbi Gilah of Kol Ami Jewish Community will join Rev. Linda and Rev. Aaron in this special service.
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Transmissions Service - Tuesday, January 24, 7:30 p.m.
A Transmissions service is a place of calm, a place quiet, a place to simply be. Join Rev. Aaron for for an evening of contemplative meditation, chanting and silence. Enchanting music and soundscapes provided by Jim and Ashley Cash of Woven Green.
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Rev. Graylin Hagler UUCA Guest February 19
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Rev. Graylin Hagler
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UUCA is honored to have as our guest in the pulpit, Rev. Graylin Hagler, on February 19. Rev. Hagler is the senior minister at Plymouth Congregational United Church of Christ in Washington, DC, and a prominent leader in the Moral Revival movement led by Rev. William Barber. Mark your calendar,--it's a service you don't want to miss.
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 Music Workshop w/ Mimi Bornstein
Changing the World Through Music
Sat., Jan., 28, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Join us for this fabulous opportunity to learn how to use music for social action/change! Guest Director Mimi Bornstein will teach simple songs to use to inspire us as we engage in social action to affect CHANGE. No singing or musical experience required! Open to the public-please invite your neighbors, friends and anyone else who wants to learn some great music to stand up for social justice! $20 donation suggested; not required. For more information about Mimi and the workshop, click here.
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 As we end this week which began with the celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and brought us to the gathering of tens of thousands of people for the Inauguration of a new President, it is a sign of UUCA's commitment to the values and ideals of our greatest prophets and our nation, that we designate our offering on Sunday to provide scholarships for children of color to attend UUCA's summer Peace Camps. Little Friends for Peace (LFFP) is an organization that teaches peace to children of all ages, races, ethnic groups, and economic classes. UUCA celebrates its two decades of partnership with LFFP, a non-profit organization that empowers children and adults to solve problems nonviolently, to build relationships through compassion and empathy, and to create a culture of peace. UUCA's Peace Ministry, partnered with LFFP since 1997, conducts an annual Peace Camp for children, youth counselors, and adult leaders--from our own congregation and from our community partners.  Monies raised for LFFP this Sunday will go to scholarships for children from our partner organizations to this summer's Peace Camp. |
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What all UUCAers need to know about the Women's March is HERE.
Updated link to sign-ups (HERE) for UU Community chili dinner Sat. Jan. 21, 6:30 p.m. @ UUCA. |
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Live the Pledge Reflection Sessions
Jan 22, Feb 2, Feb 23
 UUCA's commitment to end racism continues through Live The Pledge covenant-style reflection sessions where we reflect upon issues of race, justice and white privilege. Start off the New Year by committing to beginning or advancing your journey toward increased intercultural competence by participating in one of our upcoming sessions. Sign up here.
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Living the Pledge: Sharing through Books Begins February 24 with Baldwin's The Fire Next Time
 On the fourth Friday of each month the Live the Pledge initiative will sponsor a discussion and sharing of books written by African-American authors. The first discussion on Friday, February 24, at 7:30 p.m., will be on James Baldwin's The Fire Next Time. In March, the book for discussion is The Fire This Time, a collection of essays and poems compiled by Jesmyn Ward. More information here.
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Buckingham Cooks
Cooks from the Buckingham community will sell empanadas, salteñas, and tamales after services this Sunday. Income from sales will go to a charity which benefits immigrants.
Buckingham Helpers
Buckingham workers offer many services, such as raking leaves, moving furniture, and painting. A Buckingham cook can lend a hand at your next open house or dinner party. Fill out a request form at the Buckingham Outreach table in Fellowship Hall after services Sunday. For more information contact, Nancy Hall, [email protected]. |
Food Bagging for AFAC
Sat., Feb. 11, 9:30-11:30 a.m. - Fellowship Hall
 Bring family and friends to help bag food purchased through the Give the Plate collection for the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC). This will be a great hands-on service activity for all ages; we will bag rice and produce. Sign up here. Questions? Contact Denise Kappler at [email protected].
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Accepting Applications for UUCA Music Director
UUCA is now accepting applications for a full-time Music Director. The successful candidate will enjoy working collaboratively with a fun and supportive community, and enthusiastically embrace a wide range of musical styles. Salary range is within the Unitarian Universalist Association recommended guidelines. Job description here. Please send a resume and cover letter to [email protected].
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Live at the Center and Stone Room Presents Women's March Celebration Concert - Friday, January 20, 8 p.m.(click image)
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Shrek the Musical--Why Now?
 Chalice Theatre chose to produce Shrek, the Musical, when we were finishing the 2016 South Pacific run. At that time, Shrek's appeal was its large ensemble-which meant lots of opportunities for cast-and the musical's fun, up feeling. Now, almost a year later, we gather for rehearsals in a political environment that feels very different from our past seasons. According to Chalice's Director, Walter Ware III, Shrek is the perfect production for this time.
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SHINE Choir Meets at Goodwin House
Fourth Mondays at 7 p.m.
 UUCA's SHINE is a unique and inspiring healing choir. Whether you need to experience the healing power of music for yourself--or you'd like to share the healing power with others--you are welcome to drop in anytime. No auditions or music experience. Flyer here. |
Help Make the UU Voice Heard on Capitol Hill
 Interested in making regular visits to members of Congress and their staff on immigration, climate change and the environment, escalating income inequality, and other UU issues? Join the UUSJ Advocacy Corps! Register for one of the Q&A sessions below and learn more about the UUSJ Advocacy Corps, or join today by visiting www.uusj.org.
- Saturday, January 28, 3:00-4:00pm (Q&A Video Conference)
- Tuesday, January 31, 7:00-8:00pm (Q&A Video Conference)
- Tuesday, February 14, 9:30am-2:00pm (Capitol Hill Visits)
Contact: Elizabeth at [email protected] or 202-600-9132.
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UUCA Peace Camp 2017: June 26 - July 7
 UUCA's 20th Anniversary Peace Camp is open for registration at www.lffp.org. Children entering kindergarten through 8th grade are eligible to register as a camper (for elementary schoolers) or counselor in training (middle schoolers). The two weeks it's being offered at UUCA are June 26-30 and July 3-7, 2017. Look also for the Peace Camp Table in Fellowship Hall after each service this Sunday, January 22. For more information, please contact [email protected]. |
Register NOW for UU United Nations Youth Seminar
 April 6 to 8: Arm in Arm - Interfaith Action to Disarm Our Planet
This year's Seminar will equip participants with tools and skills to bring back to their communities to be active in building a more peaceful and compassionate world, free from armed violence. Hear from world class speakers, explore spirituality and activism, and attend a panel discussion within United Nations Headquarters building in New York. More information and registration here.
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UUCAers Visit with Guatemalan Scholarship Students
In October, a delegation from the intercultural exchange team of UUCA's PAG (Partners for Arlington and Guatemala) visited the UUCA-sponsored scholarship students in Rabinal, Guatemala. This past Sunday, members of the delegation reported on their visit at a reception that included an exhibit of Guatemalan art and posters. The delegation included Anne McKnight, Bud Hensgen, Walt and Susan Cheatham, and Ingrid and Dear Kaufman. Read more.
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Religious & Lifespan Education
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Chili CUUk-Off is January 29 -- Register your chili TODAY!
 UUCA's popular chili cook-off is just over a week away--AND WE WANT YOUR CHILI! No need to divulge your secret recipe, but we do need you to register to be eligible for one of the coveted trophies--Best Veggie, Best Meat, and People's Choice. Sign up your chili HERE.
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Teachers Needed
A few of our wonderful RE teachers have left at midyear to fulfill other commitments here at UUCA. Please consider joining a team and finish out the RE church year. We have only 19 Sundays left -- that means you would only need to teach five times between now and May! Teachers are needed in:
- Preschool (Spirit Play)
- Kindergarten (Spirit Play)
- 5th Grade (Bible Studies)
- 2nd Grade (Principle Banners)
Contact LeeAnn ([email protected]) for more information.
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How to Talk to Kids About Race
Thur., Jan. 26, 7 to 9 p.m. Activity Room
You are welcome to join the Arlington/ Alexandria chapter of the Holistic Moms Network for a conversation on "How to Talk to Kids About Race." Discussion facilitated by Holistic Moms chapter co-leader, UUCA member and Ethnic Studies professor, Michelle Rief, PhD. More information here.
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 Multi-generational Game Night
Sat., Feb. 11, 5 to 8 p.m.
Join us for an evening of food, games, and family fun! Sponsored by the Youth Group. Contact: [email protected] |
Preschool Open House
Sat., Jan. 28, 10 a.m. to Noon
Arlington Unitarian Cooperative Preschool (AUCP) will hold its annual open house on January 28 and children are welcome to attend. UUCA members and friends receive priority in the application process and are encouraged to apply by Friday, February 3. For more information on the open house, click here or visit the school's website at www.aucpva.org or call 703-892-3878. |
Board Report - January 2017
Annual Giving Campaign and Strategic Plan Progress and Its Many Goals
The Board of Trustees started out the new year discussing the upcoming Annual Giving Campaign and the overall Stewardship program at UUCA. Over the past year, stewardship efforts have been very positive, especially the supplemental money raised on Giving Tuesday last December. We want to offer our ongoing thanks to our beloved community for their caring and support of the church's mission to connect, grow and serve through their financial support. Read complete report here.
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Annual "State of the Church" Leadership Meeting
Sat., Jan. 28, 9 a.m. to noon
All church volunteers are invited to discuss possibilities and projects in the year ahead.
- Rev. Aaron, Rev Linda and staff will provide a "State of the Church" report.
- Warren Wright, Board Chair, will report the latest Board news, and unveil "Wondering Out Loud."
- The Growth Group will present its preliminary findings, and offer ideas how UUCA can grow in 2017 and beyond.
- The Stewardship Team will provide an update on recent activities and the 2017-18 annual giving campaign "Keeping the Light."
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Happy Hour
Wed., Jan. 25, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
 After the Inauguration and the Women's March are behind us, let's relax and enjoy each other's company. Join us for Happy Hour! Bring a drink or a snack to share (beer, wine, or non-alcoholic). All are welcome.
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Humanists: Should Virginia Allow Medical Aid-in-Dying?
Mon., Jan. 30, 7:15 p.m.
 Jud Richland, Northern Virginia coordinator for Compassion and Choices, will talk to us about new efforts in Virginia to authorize medical aid-in-dying, Seven states now allow medical aid-in-dying, and the national movement is growing rapidly. All are welcome. For further information contact Jere Cummins.
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TWO NEW Covenant Groups Forming - Register now!
Beginning Connections. Three of these small groups are forming and each will meet for every-other week beginning in February (see registration for days and times). Beginning Connections offer people a chance to connect with others, experience the gift of listening and being listened to, and having a chance to explore values in the Unitarian Universalist tradition. These groups are especially designed for persons who are relatively new to the church. Register HERE.
Living the Pledge to End Racism. The LTP Covenant Group will learn about and reflect personally on the insights offered in the "Living the Pledge" initiative. This format offers people interested in connecting in an in-depth conversation with a small group. The group will meet for six months, from the first Monday evening in February to early July, meeting primarily once a month (first Mondays), with a second, optional meeting in the middle of the month. The first meeting of the month will focus on the learnings provided in the Living the Pledge materials, and the second meeting will offer time to process and talk more deeply about the work. Register HERE.
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The Men's Book Group
Sun., Feb. 12, 7:30 p.m.
The February selection for discussion is Robinson Crusoe, by Daniel Defoe. The selection for March 12 is the novelist Tony Hillerman's 2001 autobiography, Seldom Disappointed: A Memoir. Newcomers are always welcome. For more information, Ken Marshall, [email protected] or call 703-533-8004.
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Attention Cub Scout Families
Cub Scouts, come earn the UU Scout religious award, sponsored by Unitarian Universalist Scouters Organization. All ranks will meet together for group discussion twice and once more to complete a service project. Dates are: January 29, February 5, and February 12-all at 2pm. More information here. |
A Memorial Service for
Eileen Feuerbach will be held at
1 p.m. Tuesday, February 7, at the chapel at Goodwin House (Bailey's Crossroads), with
Rev. Linda officiating. A dedicated UUCA member and leader for six decades, Eileen died after a brief bout of pneumonia on December 27 at the age of 97.
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UUCAers in the Public Square
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Some 25 UUCAers were invited by Congressman Don Beyer to share the good news of UUCA's work for the common good at the MLK Community Evening he hosted on January 16. More than 650 of our neighbors attended, and were happy to talk with us.
Pictured: Rev. Linda, Julian and Jennifer Adams, Carol Lewis, Kate Trygstad, David McTaggart, Elizabeth Fogarty, Allan Kellum, Bud Hensgen.
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Need to submit an announcement for Connections?
- Deadline is noon each Wednesday.
- Please put "Connections" in the subject box.
- Send announcement (150 words or fewer) in body of email or Word doc attachment.
- Images and attachments accepted, though no guarantee of publishing
- Send announcements to [email protected].
- Questions about Connections? Contact [email protected].
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