September 18, 2022

Speaker: Rev. Barbara Gilday

Celebrant: Kathy Roche-Zujko

Further reflections on the 4th principle: a practical approach

A free and responsible search for truth and meaning.

We are planning to have a zoom meeting of the Social Justice team in the near future-- anyone in SUUF who would like to "tune in", please watch next week's River for the date and the link. Time to plan this season's activities! 

Doris Brevoort

360-336-3453 

This concert is a fundraiser to SUUF!

Hello friends and members of SUUF:

Because many of you have indicated a desire to attend the concert virtually, or to avoid purchasing your tickets online for various reasons, we have decided to UPDATE the arrangements for the RUPERT WATES concert/fundraiser on Sept. 25.

1) We WILL be accepting cash at the door if you find the online purchasing experience too confusing. PLEASE still make a reservation, tho! We have limited seating, so we need to know who to expect! Contact Kathy Roche-Zujko ([email protected]) and let her know how many seats you would like to reserve, and you will be placed on the list at the door.

2) We WILL be sharing this concert via ZOOM for those who are unable to attend in person. You will still have to purchase a ticket at Brown Paper Tickets, and then send Kathy a copy of your receipt. She will in turn send you the special ZOOM link to allow you to tune in.  

The tickets can be purchased at:

https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/5552987

Thank you everyone! This will be a terrific concert!

RUPERT WATES IN CONCERT

Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, 2pm

Skagit Unitarian Universalist Diversity Hall

500 W. Section St., Mount Vernon, WA 98273

TICKETS $25.00

AVAILABLE at Brown Paper Tickets:

https://rupertwatesconcert.bpt.me

OR

https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/5552987

Rupert Wates was born in London and studied at Oxford University and has been a full-time songwriter and performer since the late 1990s. His music is an eclectic mix of acoustic, melodic art/ folk, with flavors of jazz, vaudeville and cabaret. He has released eleven solo CDs which have received outstanding reviews in the international online press and tracks from them have been played on radio all over the world. Audiences everywhere respond to Wates' brand of melodic and haunting songs that ring true. Sample his tasty music here: https://youtu.be/Y0U1_uOBqe0

COVID POLICY: Covid vaxxed only, please. The audience is expected to wear masks during the concert. We will have windows/doors open for sufficient air flow. Thank you!

Thank you Linda Kuller for hosting the birthday party for Mike Murdock on Saturday, September 10.  A good time was had by all!!  Also, Jim Heard's hidden talent as a baker was revealed with this awesome chocolate cake.

4th Sunday recipients list

You can send your donation using our online donation link or by mailing a check to SUUF.

Sep - UU the vote supports congregations and UU organizations in activating thousands to mobilize voters, counter voter suppression, and engage in spiritually grounded, values-based issue conversations with voters in their communities. This is a grassroots campaign that relies on grassroots support.

Oct - 2022 Baby Raven Reads Collection donation to Mount Vernon Library

Nov - Welcome Home Skagit

Dec - PFAG

Jan - BLUU Donations to Black Lives of UU go to helping us live out our Mission & Vision in the world.

Feb - Wise Caregovomg -  offers workshops, retreats, and presentations to help professional and private caregivers thrive in today’s challenging environment. We consult with patients and families seeking to clarify goals, cope with losses, set boundaries, and find meaning in illness and end of life. Private consultations are offered by video conference.

Mar -: SFEG

https://www.skagitfisheries.org/donate/ 

Apr - Familia Unidas por la Justica

https://familiasunidasjusticia.com/

(scroll down and click on the button that says "dona ahora")

^{May - OPOP  One parish  One prisoner}

Jun - Helping hands foodbank

https://helpinghandsfoodbank.org/donate/

On First Saturdays, we will continue our monthly rallies in support of reproductive rights for all.

How great to see such a strong group of folks out rallying in support of reproductive rights this past weekend. Please mark your calendars for our next rally, which would normally be the first Saturday in October - but we are moving it to SATURDAY, OCT. 8TH to join in solidarity with the Women’s March which has rallies scheduled across the country that day. Please plan to meet AT NOON at the Skagit County Courthouse and bring as many friends and family members as you can. Bring your homemade signs and I will have extra available. Please watch your in box for additional information as we get closer to the 10/8. Masks are optional, but encouraged. And, as promised, here’s the link to the ‘ROE, ROE, ROE YOUR VOTE’ t-shirt I was sporting on Saturday: https://onerockin.com/product/roe-roe-roe-your-vote-shirt/

Proud to stand with all of you amazing people,

Deb Grant, (she/her/hers)

volunteer

Hospitality

If you are attending services in person, drinks or snacks that you bring to share are much appreciated.  Conversations after service take place outside in the garden. Remember, masks are required inside.

Happy September birthdays!!! Best wishes to Brooke, Diane, Doris, Marcia, Ginny, Mike, Izak, Alex, and any others celebrating your special day this month.

SUUF Zoom Links For This Week

(Click on an item during the meeting time to attend.)

Sunday, September 18, 10:30 AM | Sunday Service 

Wednesday, September 21, 4:00 PM | Covenant Circle



Thursday, October 13, 6:30 PM | Board Meeting