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Columbine UU Church
April 20, 2017
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(click the title to see the whole month of worship)
Transformation
“Are we becoming something new or finding something more true?”
April 23, Two services: 9am and 11am — “Global Effects: Celebrating Science!”
In this world where science is being relegated to the realm of non-truth, come explore the changes that provide the energy to make transformation happen. Come celebrate Earth Day and the Science March! Rev J speaks. Music featuring Kim Eickhoff and Rev. Julia.
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Congratulations on a Successful First 2-service Sunday
My gratitude to all the volunteers and staff that worked extra hard to make the first Sunday of our two-services pilot run smoothly! I am especially proud of all of us for making more room and extending our reach. We had very strong attendance at both services and this will be important to continue as we open our doors wider and wider. This Sunday we warmly welcomed 10 new visitors to our sanctuary!
Our warm welcome seems especially important today as we honor the 18th Anniversary of the Columbine shooting. Columbine UU Church was life-saving for many people during this tragedy and our sanctuary continues to be a safe place for so many who experience all kinds of vulnerabilities. Our experience being at the epicenter of this event moves us to lift our unique voice for healthy gun safety legislation, as well as continue to be a home for those lives broken by all forms of violence and abuse. Our hearts are with all the mothers and fathers, the siblings, and our friends who mourn again this time every year.
Today this is my prayer:
When we see an image of violence,
May we find an image of beauty to gaze upon.
When we hear sounds of brutishness,
May we listen for the song of the Spring bird.
When we feel hate in the heart of some in the world,
May we send compassion.
This is not to ignore the horrors that humans visit upon other humans, but instead to bring our attention to the fullness of love, beauty, and aliveness that will give us reason to preserve all that we love. Make an effort to embrace the beauty in your life today and move toward it in some small way.
Every blessing,
Rev Julia McKay
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Please plan on attending the Congregational Meeting Sunday,
April 30th, 10:00 – 10:45 am at church.
We will be voting on FY 2018 Leadership Slate for Columbine’s elected leaders and the FY 2018 Operating Budget. Refreshments will be served. Additional information on the slate of candidates and the budget will be emailed to you the week of April 23rd for you can review prior to the meeting.
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The Lunch Bunch is Back!!
Columbine UU Church is renewing its tradition of gathering for a meal after service. The "Out To Lunch Bunch" welcomes all members, friends and visitors to join us after the second service Sunday April 23 at "Toast" restaurant in downtown Littleton - 2700 W. Bowles Ave, Littleton CO 80120.
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This Months Film Forum - Citizen Kane, Friday, April 21st, 6:00 pm
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Love Thy Neighbor-Stories from Our Immigrant Sisters & Brothers Friday, April 21st at FUSD 6:30 pm
Jeanette will be performing her story along with others at this Metro Denver Sanctuary Coalition Fundraiser. A goodwill offering will be accepted but no one will be turned away. First Unitarian is located at 1400 Lafayette St., Denver, 80218. “
Liberation that raises a cry against others is no true liberation. Liberation that takes away the lives of others or abases the dignity of others cannot be true liberation.” ~Oscar Romer
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Join the March for Science! April 22nd
Science benefits and impacts every aspect of humanity including healthcare, technology and the environment. The public depends on peer-reviewed studies to help shape policy for the betterment of future generations. We welcome individuals from all walks of life to join those who embrace science, dedicate their professions to research and value the processes that inform evidence-based inquiry. For more informaiton: https://www.facebook.com/events/1349869341753329/
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Free Used Books! Pick them up this Sunday, April 23rd
We have a small collection of books ready for you to take! Feel free to take them this Sunday.
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Our Adult Faith Development Opportunity for May,
The Embodiment of Play
We adults might think we’re playful, but boy do our brains get in the way. Embodying play leads to confidently experiencing our authentic selves without time for judgment or censorship. It’s exactly what we did as children- without any of the adult brain involvement.
This fun, four-week adventure invites you to reconnect through a series of improvisational games. We’ll examine what keeps you engaged with self, with other and with this moment.
*The skills presented each week are designed to build off of the previous week’s exercises. Attending all four sessions is recommended, but not required.
Four Tuesday Sessions:
May 9th, May 16th, May 23rd & May 30th,
6:45 – 8:45PM
Columbine Unitarian Universalist Chu
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6724 S Webster Street, Littleton, CO 80128
Admission: Register Here
$35 per session for CUUC Nonmembers
$25 per session for CUUC Members
Scholarships are available. Contact Julia McKay for more information. [email protected].
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The Next Book Group Discussion Will be April 26th
6:00 Dinner at Sawa Sushi, 7482 S Pierce St, RSVP to
Susan Stein
You need not have read the book to participate, and visitors are welcome. For more information - CUUC - Book Club
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Meeting on Wednesday, April 26th
Please join CFCU at Montview Presbyterian Church, 1980 Dahlia St., Denver, to learn about plans for 2017 and ongoing activities. CFCU played a vital role in successfully defeating several bills in the Colorado legislature this session. Come see how Columbine can continue to support CFCU’s efforts. For information contact Tanya Coulter at:
[email protected].
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Project Angel Heart’s “Dining Out for Life”, April 27th
Two hundred and fifty restaurants and breweries in the Denver metro area are donating 25% of the day’s sales to those living with life-threatening illnesses. Enjoy breakfast, lunch and/or dinner! Go to:
https://www.diningoutforlife.com/denver/restaurants/ for a list of participating restaurants. Doug Eulberg will be representing PAH for Columbine during the lunch hour at the
Blue Bonnet Café, a bustling informal eatery with a homestyle Mexican menu at 457 South Broadway, Denver.
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Plan on Attending the Next Progressive Congregation Network Gathering April 27th
The Network was formed to strengthen the many congregations from multiple traditions who seek to bring progressive faith rooted values to our community and political process.
The next gathering is set for April 27th from 1 to 3 p.m. at Cameron Church, 1600 S Pearl St. 80210. Jennifer Piper from the
Metro Denver Sanctuary Coalition will speak. This will also be an opportunity to share what your congregation is working on and to look for ways we might partner together. This gathering is for congregation 'leaders' defined as
anyone who is passionate about coming together for faith rooted progressive action.
RSVP HERE
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Making Denver a True Sanctuary: Community Meeting on Thursday, April 27th
Join community organizations and representatives at Denver Inner City Parish, 1212 Mariposa St., Denver, 80204 for a community conversation to outline what we need from the City to build a TRUE sanctuary policy that protects ALL community members. We will demand that the City of Denver back its promises by passing an ordinance that gets Denver out of the business of immigration enforcement to create a welcoming city for all!
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Plan on Attending - Pathways to Membership, April 29th, 9-1
We have created a wonderful class to help those interested in potentially becoming Members or those that want to learn more about Unitarian Universalism and Columbine UU Church.
We talk about:
- UU history,
- our spiritual roots and current thoughts
- how our church operates,
- our Teams
- pledging and how you would like to volunteer.
We also serve a great lunch for you and your family. Childcare is provided. For those that decide they would indeed like to join our membership, this class is the first step. Becoming a member is optional at the end of this class. It’s also a great refresher class for long-time members! See the signup on the ledge. For questions, contact Suzanne Fey-Gaiser (720) 334-4596 or by email at
[email protected].
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This is the one event for Sanctuary that the Columbine Congregation should attend
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Metro Denver Sanctuary Event-Keep Ingrid Home, Wednesday, May 3rd at 7:15 am, Jefferson County Court. We will pray and sing and accompany Ingrid to her court date. We will take Sanctuary with us, engaging in worship together. The court is located at 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden, 80419. Contact Maureen Flanigan for more information at 720-201-2417 or
[email protected].
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It's time for our annual spring cleaning, May 6th 9-11 am. The playground and exterior areas surrounding the church will be picked up and weeded. The more people who show up to help the quicker we finish the job and get on with our weekend. Please bring good work gloves, work shoes, a hat and sunscreen. As always, donuts, coffee and water will be provided. If the weather does not cooperate we wil reschedule for a later date.
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We Need Your Help With the Garden
Still looking for a couple of volunteers to help out with the front garden…or just trimming the greenery on the south side of the parking lot. You need a strong back, some tools for what you can do, and a will to make our church look lovely for the spring into fall. Call or text Sylvia at 720-409-2780, or email her at
[email protected]. We’ll get together in a couple of weeks to plan out the season.
I have three healthy Angelwing begonias. These are for sale for $6.00 each. The money will go to a little fund for the CUUC garden. If you are interested contact Sylvia. I will make sure you get your plant. These are great indoor plants, needing little sun.
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Denver Islamic Society Open House
WHEN: Every third Saturday (5/20 will be the next open house), 2:30 to 5 pm. Schedule: 4 pm– Presenter or Panel followed by discussion. 4:15 to 5 pm – Socialization and dessert.
WHERE: 2124 S. Birch St., Denver, 303-759-1985.
For more information: www.denverislamicsociety.com or contact Mary Twinem.
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Eblast & Newsletter Submissions Due Dates
Our monthly newsletter will be accepting submissions up until the 20th of each month. To submit something, email,
[email protected]. To submit something for the weekly Eblast, send your article to
[email protected]
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Sunday Helpers
Greeters: 9:00 am Laura Mirabito and Kathy Collins, 11:00 am Sue Dressel and Susan Stein
Usher: 9:00 am Dennis Collins, 11:00 am Brian Pendleton
Equal Exchange: Kathy Collins
Scrip: Gabriel Hottinger
Coffee: Prep - Jim MacLagan, Clean up - Susan Stein
Trash/Recycling: John Kary (Trash and recycling go on the curb after 2nd service)
Board Representative: 9:00 am - Pauline Hopkins, 11:00 am - Pauline Hopkins
Audio: Thom Hayes
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Contact Information and Office Hours
Rev.Julia McKay -
[email protected]
, 720-975-6235
Monday - Sabbath, Tuesday, - Afternoons/Evenings, Wednesday - Afternoons/Evenings, Thursday - Home Office (Sermon Writing), Friday - 10-1
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Ashley Johnson, Acting Director of Faith Development - [email protected]
Office Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays 11:00 am - 2:00 pm ______________________________________________________________________________
Matthew Frisk, Music Director -
[email protected]
, 303-257-9700
Thursday - Afternoon
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Cris Cardenas, Congregational Administrator -
[email protected]
, 303-972-1716
Monday 9-3, Tuesday 9-3, Wednesday 11-5, Thursday 9-3, Friday 9-12 - Please call ahead if you would like to meet with Cris, 303-972-1716.
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Ken Powers, President -
[email protected]
Carol Steele, Vice President/Secretary - [email protected]
Pauline Hopkins, Treasurer - [email protected]
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If you would like to schedule an event at the church -
Schedule an Event
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Caring Contacts
If you are in need of pastoral care, please contact:
Rev. Julia McKay-
[email protected]
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