Friday UU Update
Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington, Indiana
Friday, December 9, 2016


 
In This Issue
Sunday, December 11, 2016 
9:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
Gloria:  Music and Reflections
Unitarian Universalist Choir directed by Susan Swaney
Reverend Mary Ann Macklin
Join us for this special music Sunday with our full choir, soloists Jessica True, Sophie Krahnke and Jane McLeod, and a 13-piece orchestra. We will hear nine movements of Antonio Vivaldi's sparkling  Gloria.  Reverend Macklin will offer reflections regarding the fragile beauty of hope in unknown times. We will hear from our Green Sanctuary Task Force during a social justice moment and there will be baby dedications at both services.
What's Happening in Religious Education This Week . . .
Preschool and K+ classes will hear stories about the birth of Jesus. 11:15am 3rd-6th graders are learning about the importance of being present through mindfulness exercises. Our Whole Lives Sexual Education for our 7th & 8th graders continues. High school youth group will be "falling in love in 45 minutes," a group-building and getting to know you activity.
Lots of Visitors These Days
There are many new people visiting at our services these days, and we want to be sure they get a warm welcome. In difficult political times, we often see more newcomers who are seeking out a community of safety and reason. Please make a special effort to welcome people you don't know on Sunday mornings or at other services and events. It will make a positive difference for everyone.
Pictorial Directory Portrait Session Sign Ups Continue December 11 and 18
Come to the Commons on Sunday to sign up for a photo session in January or February for our new church pictorial directory. Please participate! Portrait sessions are free and will take about an hour. You'll receive a free 8x10 portrait and you can purchase more if you like. On weekdays you will be able to sign up online by clicking here. Online sign up is not available on Saturdays and Sundays. Questions, admin@uubloomington.org
Holiday Sing Along, Wednesday, December 14, 6:15pm
The best way to spread holiday cheer is singing loud for all to hear.  Bring a friend, the more the merrier! Find details on Facebook
Welcome Reception for The McNeill Family, December 18, 2:00pm
The Women's Alliance is hosting an all-church Welcome Reception for the McNeill Family on Sunday, December 18, 2-4pm, in Fellowship Hall. Please join us for snacks, beverages, conversation and all-ages friendly activities. Find details on Facebook.
Save the Date!
December 18, 4:15 p.m.  Video of "Resilience: Indiana's Untold Story." Meeting Room. Please bring a non-perishable food item for the food pantry.
For More Information see the December 5 issue   of our newsletter, The Prologue. 
Mashhead photo from the internet with permission.
 
Seeking the Spirit, Building Community, Changing the World
 
Contact Info
Carol Marks
Church Administrator
admin@uubloomington.org
812-332-3695