Sunday, September 6, 10:00 AM
"The Earth, Our Home: Meditations in Poetry, Readings and Music"
with Rev. Jill McAllister and David Servias
In our final summer Sunday service, we'll pause to ground ourselves and honor the earth, our home, in the midst of great changes.
Friday, September 11, 7:00 PM
Kirtan (Hindu chanting)
with the New World Kirtan Band
Kirtan comes from ancient Hindu traditions of chanting as devotional practice, to calm your mind and open your heart.
Sunday, September 13, 9:30 and 11:00 AM
"Joining of the Waters: An Ingathering Sunday"
with Rev. Jill McAllister and Everyone
All are invited to bring a SMALL amount of water from some place important to you as we begin a new church year together, with a service for all ages. Baby and toddler care provided.
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The Adult Religious Exploration and Growth Fall Programs 2015 Brochure is now available on our website! Click the link to see what's being offered.
Events to attend and opportunities for involvement in justice work are now posted to our webpage at UU Action Updates.
The Program Council is recruiting volunteers! Here are a few: the Connect Up committee is looking for folks interested in promoting connections; the Membership Committee needs a new Membership Class Leader; the Rummage Sale Chairs are ready to retire and would love to train a person or team this summer who would take it over next year. If any of these opportunities sound appealing, contact Wendy Sutton for more information (541-753-6931, connect@uucorvallis.org).
Can you offer a spare bedroom for two nights, September 17th and 18th? We need home hospitality for 12 UUs from around the Pacific Northwest, who will be coming to Corvallis in September, to attend an OWL Facilitator Training at our Fellowship. Contact DRE Michael Molk (molk@uucorvallis.org, 541-752-5218 x225).
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All the currently scheduled events at the UUFC may be viewed in list form or on the church calendar page.
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- Insight Meditation, September 4, 10:30 AM, UUFC Rm 9
Insight Meditation is a simple yet profound practice originally taught by the Buddha. No experience is required - all you need is a desire to end suffering.
- Labor Day Tuna Roast, September 7, 3:00 PM, Avery Park Lions Shelter
Tuna roast and potluck dinner - bring a dish to share! See the August newsletter for more detail. No RSVP needed, but if you can help with set-up, cooking, etc, contact Rich Brainerd (541-752-2930).
- UUFC Weekly Potluck, September 9, 6:00 PM, UUFC Social Hall
Please bring a dish (with a list of ingredients) to share, and your own plate and utensils if possible. All are welcome.
- Insight Meditation, September 11, 10:30 AM, UUFC Rm 9
Insight Meditation is a simple yet profound practice originally taught by the Buddha. No experience is required - all you need is a desire to end suffering.
- Monthly Kirtan Worship, September 11, 7:00 PM, UUFC Sanctuary
Kirtan (Hindu chanting) with the New World Kirtan Band.
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- Drop-in Choir, September 13, 8:45 AM, UUFC Sanctuary
All are welcome to come learn a song for performance during the September 13 Homecoming Sunday service.
- UUFC Choir Rehearsal, September 16, 7:00 PM, UUFC Sanctuary
Choir rehearsals begin again for the year on September 16th. No experience or audition is required - come and sing!
- Insight Meditation, September 18, 10:30 AM, UUFC Rm 9
Insight Meditation is a simple yet profound practice originally taught by the Buddha. No experience is required - all you need is a desire to end suffering.
- Kirtan Chanting and Meditation Circle, September 18, 7:00 PM, UUFC Rm 7
An opportunity for kirtan chanting and meditation: a beautiful way to end the week
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