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Live Oak
Unitarian Universalist Church
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Worship
May 9, 2021
10:00am
UUism Turns 60
Rev. Joanna Fontaine Crawford
Join us for Worship at 10:00am: the link will be on the Live Oak homepage: www.liveoakuu.org
Share the Plate
May's Share the Plate recipient is NAMI of Central Texas. Their mission is to improve the lives of all individuals affected by mental illness through education, support and advocacy programs. They envision a community that addresses mental illness as a health issue and provides the systems, resources and education for all people to achieve recovery.
Founded in 1984, NAMI Central Texas, formerly NAMI Austin, is a member of the largest grassroots mental health organization in the United States, the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Through innovative education, support and advocacy programs, they are changing the way our community addresses mental health. NAMI Central Texas serves Travis, Williamson, Hays, Bastrop, Burnet, and Caldwell counties.
Go to the Donate link on the Live Oak website’s home page. Use the drop down menu to designate your donation for “Share the Plate”.
March recipient: The Safe Alliance - $470.00
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A Few Words from the Minister
What Can You Tolerate?
Right now, it can feel like our society has tossed away the entire idea of tolerance ... which leaves us with only two choices: agree, or do not tolerate. Read more
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A Few Words from the DLFD
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Proposed Slate of Officers
Here is the Slate of Officers that will be voted on at the May 16th Congregational Meeting:
- President: CT Goss
- Vice President: Amy Dark
- Treasurer: Nominating is still seeking a candidate / will accept nominations from the floor
- Secretary: Liz Waters
- Trustee: Karen Santhanam and Julia Mitschke
- Assistant Treasurer: Nick Pritchard and Barbara Coldiron
- Nominating Committee: Linda McCullough, Christopher Carroll and Tina Van Winkle
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Bylaws to be Voted on at Congregational Meeting
Here are the revised bylaws that will be voted on at the May 16th Congregational meeting.
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Women's Labyrinth Group on Zoom
Sunday, May 9, 6:30-9 pm
We gather for a sharing circle followed by a finger labyrinth walk for peace—peace in our hearts, peace in our family, peace in our community, peace in our country, peace in our world, and peace in the web of life. You are invited to bring a poem or short reading to share. The group is open to women high school age and older. The Zoom link with be sent via email for those who are on the email list for the Women’s Labyrinth Group. If you need a copy of the Live Oak Labyrinth and/or the Zoom link, contact: Linda Webster
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Hands on Housing 2021 Spring Blitz
Many thanks to LOUU's Hands on Housing volunteers
Live Oak Hands on Housing volunteers completed our 2021 Spring Blitz on Saturday, 17 April, 2021 at 7109 Carwill, Austin. We made some minor carpentry repairs and painted the exterior of the home. As has become custom, we were teamed with the good folks of First UU Church of Austin. A great big thank you, and air hugs, to the volunteers:
Mark E. Anderson
Ed Boissevain
Jon Durbin
Jane Justice
Cindy La Greca
Wayne McCullough
Garrett Taylor
Marjory Taylor
If conditions in the Fall permit, we will have a Fall Blitz, usually some time in October. Pertinent details will follow as the time grows near.
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It’s Time Texas Legislators Listen to You!
The Environmental Awareness Group met on Thursday and discussed environmental bills that are working their way through Texas legislature. Church members are encouraged to contact their state senators and representatives in support of environmental legislation.
Mark your calendars and plan to join the Live Oak Environmental Awareness Group at our next Meeting May 27th @ 6:30pm. Any questions please contact Chris Mihealsick.
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Last Call for VANCO
There are a few people that haven't changed their electronic payments from VANCO to Breeze. We are going to be cancelling our VANCO service. If you still need to change, please do the following:
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Go to the VANCO payment page at http://bit.ly/byebyevanco
- Log in to: see your existing automatic transactions.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to delete those transactions.
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Then go to the Breeze online contribution page at https://louu.breezechms.com/give/online
- Go through the (much simpler) steps to set up your new contribution.
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Live Oak Seniors' Coffee Hour
Join us for Coffee hour on Thursdays at 10:30am. On the 1st & 3rd week of the month, Rev. Joanna will lead a lively discussion. The other weeks will be an informal gathering. The Zoom link will be on the What's Happening page.
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LiveOakUU.org Pages to Visit:
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Each Friday at 6:30 p.m. Join us for Friday Fellowship with Rev. Betty. Friday Fellowship includes meditation, readings, homily and discussion. All are welcome! Co-sponsored by UU Free Range Ministry and UBarU Camp & Retreat Center registration
Each Friday at 10 a.m. Friday Dance as a spiritual practice, for all ages (adults and kids), genders, abilities, and fitness levels. Set an intention for joy, energy, movement, and community. Open to UUs and wider community, led by Community Minister Rev. Erin Walter. Questions or song requests, contact [email protected] link
Youth Summer camps- dates are based on age of camper
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The deadline for the weekly e-newsletter and the Sunday announcements is midnight on Tuesday. The submission form can be found here
If you have any questions or comments about this Newsletter please email: [email protected]
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Live Oak Unitarian Universalist Church
(737) 240-3455 | 3315 El Salido Pkwy, Cedar Park, TX 78613
www.liveoakuu.org
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