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Live Oak
Unitarian Universalist Church
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May 8th 10:00am - In Person or online
The Elasticity of Youth
Led by Live Oak Youth
The LOUU youth present their service about the lessons that cartoons can show us. Oliver, Marenna, and Penelope explain the gospel of Steven Universe.
Join us in person (or online) for Worship at 10:00am. The link will be on the Live Oak homepage: www.liveoakuu.org.
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Share the Plate
Help trans Texans under attack
Live Oak will share donations in April with the Transgender Education Network of Texas. This nonprofit's efforts are all the more critical this year in light of dire anti-trans actions emanating from the governor's office. TENT provides educational programs on trans issues to businesses, schools, city governments and other groups. It advocates for transgender students in the classroom; works for ordinances around the state to include protections of gender identity; and, among other things, provides resources for transgender Texans and their families. It partners with other equality organizations during Texas Legislature sessions to fight proposed bills that harm transgender adults and kids.
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”.
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A Few Words from the Minister
Rev. Joanna will be on sabbatical through August 31. During this time, we will be sharing some of her writings.
The history of Unitarian Universalism is one of "The Community," not "Our Community."
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Office Hours
The office will be closed on Monday.
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Congregational Meeting
On May 15, 2022 following church service we will holding a Congregational Meeting. During this meeting we will be electing our Board Representatives and voting on plans for growth. Please be there as we will need 1/3 of the Congregation for quorum. Attendance via YouTube is also available here.
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World Labyrinth Day Walk for Peace
Take steps for peace and be part of a global event
Saturday, May 7, 1 p.m
14th Annual World Labyrinth Day Walk for Peace. Take steps for peace and be part of a global event, sponsored by The Labyrinth Society. We will gather at the entrance to the labyrinth to “Walk as One at 1.” Labyrinth walks are scheduled throughout the world at 1 p.m. in each locality to send a wave of peace all over the planet as the earth turns. We invite you to bring a short reading, a poem, or a song, and your own wishes for peace. For more information: labyrinth@liveoakuu.org
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Endowment Committee Conversations
YOU get a grant! YOU get a grant. EVERYBODY’S getting a grant!
Well, no, not really. But if you are interested in helping the Live Oak Endowment Committee play Oprah, you are welcome to attend our grant discussion meeting on Tuesday, May 10 at 7 pm. Only members of the committee can vote, but we would love to hear your opinions on what we might fund this year. Email endowment@liveoakuu.org for the zoom code.
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Construction Update
Click here for new photos!
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ENCOURAGE GROWTH
Live Oak has demonstrated it’s commitment to Lifespan Development by creating a room to conduct adult education classes on Sunday mornings. About 2 years ago, Carrie met with us as we developed the plan to convert the the old nursery and pre-school rooms into a larger meeting room. The project was funded by money raised by the the Capital Campaign. With the help of the following people we were able to complete the project: Ray McPherson, CT Goss, Wayne Gregory, Donovan Wenger, and Diane Stepakof-Fay.
Thank you, Tim & Sue Buckley
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Women's Labyrinth Group
The Women's Labyrinth Group has been rescheduled for May 15, 6:30-9 p.m. for an in-person labyrinth walk and a sharing circle. Our next meeting will be on June 12, 6:30-9 pm for an in-person labyrinth walk and sharing circle--returning to our usual meeting time on the second Sunday of the month.
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CROP Walk 2022
“Let us march on poverty until no American parent has to skip a meal so that their children may eat.”
— Martin Luther King Jr.
Thank you to everyone who donated to the Live Oak Team's CROP Walk. We raised $1,056 to help fight hunger. With our steps and your donations we were able to provide more meals for the growing number of people in our community who need them, and create greater food security in communities around the world.
It was a beautiful day to walk. Pictured are Live Oak's team members. We had a great time!
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Texas Unitarian Universalist Justice Ministry
Please join the Texas UU Justice Ministry this Thursday, 7-8pm CT, for our Texas Justice Action Hour on Zoom, which will be focused on taking collective actions for abortion rights and reproductive justice.
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UBarU Events
UBarU Summer Youth camp dates:
Primary camp for campers ages 9-11 or rising* grades 4-6th - June 5-June 11, 2022
Intermediate camp for campers age 12-14 or rising grades - 7-9th June 12-18, 2022
Senior camp camp - for campers age 15-18 or rising grades 10th-2022 high school graduates - June 19-25, 2022
* “rising” means this is the grade the camper will attend in the fall of 2022, not the grade they have just completed.
Detailed information can be found at https://www.ubaru.org/summer-camps where there is all the information about COVID precautions, expectations, and cost for this summer.
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Summer Family Camp
Spend time with your family in the beautiful Texas Hill Country! This Memorial Day weekend Family camp will offer opportunities to learn, grow, and share as a family, as well as opportunities for parents to enjoy some free time and activities designed just for them. Other activities will include cookouts, campfires, archery, swimming, games, nature education, and a star party (pending conditions). Programming is being planned for kids and adults. Register at UBarU.org
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Young Adult Weekend
Young Adults (ages 18-30 years) are invited to camp for a weekend of camp activities including swimming, archery, games, crafts, labyrinth walking and more! June 25-27 are the dates which is a Saturday to Monday. You are invited to participate in the youth Bridging ceremony to invite the 2022 High school graduates into young adulthood. Lodging will be in the Brown Center bunks and private rooms. Meals are included along with the activities. Early bird price is $125. Discount offered for adults chosen to be counselors for youth camp. See application and job description for Adult Camp counselors at the youth camps page.
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Genderfuul Retreat
Join us at camp July 8-10, 2022! The Genderfuul retreat is an affirming retreat where trans, non-binary & agender UU adults can build community with each other. From nature walks to spiritual discussions and crafts, we hope that each person is able to relax and connect with the sacredness of being genderful. Our chaplain will foster an environment where everyone is encouraged to acknowledge and value the wide variety of identities, experiences, feelings, vocabulary and traumas that come with existing in an often oppressively gendered world.
In addition to discussions, crafts, meals and lodging, the weekend will include swimming in the UBarU stock tank pool, walking the labyrinth, resting and renewing your body and spirit. Register at UBarU.org
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LiveOakUU.org Pages to Visit:
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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
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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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