Nurturing the Human Spirit for a World Made Whole | |
Sunday Service October 8th at 10:30am | |
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In Right Relationship with the Land.
We honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day with humility and respect for the innumerable contributions of Native Peoples throughout history and today. Members of the Native Communities Solidarity Team, Sally Parsons, Steve Serikaku, and Jon Siegel, join Rev. Eileen to present this service.
Children and youth will go to their faith formation groups after joys and sorrows.
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Faith Formation Hour this Sunday October 8th
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Childcare (0-3 years) is available in Room 11, from 10:15-11:45am.
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Chalice Children (pre/k) in Rm 9 – Our youngest will continue exploring what it means to be welcoming in Everyone Belongs Here, and getting to know one another better.
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Heads, Hearts, and Hands (1st-6th) in Rm 8 – Our young people will explore our theme of The Gift of Heritage by considering what it means to Indigenous peoples in Reclaiming Our Roots.
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Youth Group (7th-12th) in Rm 13 - The youth will begin their Coming of Age year by exploring The Communities I Belong To.
Families can explore our new theme, The Gift of Heritage, at home and on their own timeframe with the Soulful Home Packet. Send pictures to Kathy Underwood of your family as you explore the many ideas here!
Registration time is here! Parents can register their children/youth for the Faith Formation Program here.
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On October 8th, plan to join our choir section leaders as they present an hour of delightful cabaret music for your special enjoyment. Enjoy music by soloists:
Jenn Wisegarver, Kiley Korey, Chester Beck, and
Pianist Gregory Shifrin.
At this singular event, you will hear how you can participate to assure the continuation of our fine music by helping to support the Music Fund of the church. Light refreshment will be available. So, stick around after Kinship and plan to enjoy some of the nicest light-hearted music around!
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Staff Highlight: Julia Ash, written by Lee Bannor | |
Julia Ash is our wonderful nursery worker. She started working at UCE about 15 years ago when her daughter, Winnie Stevenson, told her that we needed someone for that job. She likes the gig because the children in the nursery are so nice. The adults are nice too. She would like some adults, not just parents, to stick their heads in once in a while because most people in the church don’t know her.
As for other church activities, she likes the annual picnic and other activities on the south lawn because it gives her an opportunity to mingle with other church members. It makes her feel more connected. Watching the kids is delightful too. When she first started her grandkids were nursery age so that was fun. She was hired by Connie Grant, who also married Winnie and Warwick. She grew up in Northbrook and still lives there. She remembers when it was surrounded mostly by farmland.
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Our hats are off the team of folks who have been planting, trimming, and sprucing up the gardens around our parking lot. A few weeks ago, several members with green thumbs donated plants from their own gardens and/or spent time planting hostas and irises at the south end of the lot: Lynn Kendall, Jeanne Kerl, Ellie Feddersen, Janelle Brittain, Jeannie McCullough, and Christine Peters. Then, last Sunday, Topher Carrington, Jeannie McCullough, and Christine Peters trimmed the overgrowth along the fence on the west side of the parking lot and Janelle Brittain planted daffodil and tulip bulbs in the peace garden by the ramp. Many thanks to all of you for your contributions of time, talent, and treasure in making our grounds beautiful and well cared for. All who come to our building experience the benefit of your offerings.
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This Week's Events & Links | |
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Friday, October 6
Saturday, October 7
- Virtual Pilates at 9:30am via Zoom
- Beginner Tai Chi, 9:45-10:45 in Room 3.
- Intermediate Tai Chi, 11-12pm in Room 3.
Sunday, October 8
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Chris Isely Cancer Support Group at 9am in-person Rm 6 and via Zoom. Contact Renee Hoff for the Zoom Link.
- Worship Service at 10:30am in the Sanctuary & on YouTube
- Cabaret Concert, 11:45-1:15pm in the Sanctuary
Monday, October 9
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UCE Addictions & Recovery at 7pm via Zoom
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Tuesday, October 10
- Denominational Affairs, 12-1:30pm via Zoom
- Women's Circle #1, 1-2:30pm via Zoom
- Emissions Reduction Task Force, 1-2pm via Zoom
- Legislative Action Team 5:30-6:30pm via Zoom
- Rainbow Alliance, 7-8:30pm via Zoom
Wednesday, October 11
- Yoga via 8x8 Zoom, 9:30-10:30am
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Please be aware Staff has a weekly Wednesday Meeting, from 11-12:30pm.
- Abortion Access Team, 7-8:30pm via Zoom
- Adult Faith Formation Brainstorming, 7-8pm via Zoom
Thursday, October 12
- Integrated Stewardship Council, 6-7:30pm via Zoom
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Choir Rehearsal, 7-9pm, Sanctuary, and Zoom.
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Congregational Connections | |
Harms Woods Seed Collecting | |
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Sunday, October 22nd 1-4 pm
Please join us for a workday at beautiful Harms Woods in Glenview. We will be collecting native wildflower seeds that will be used to restore sections of the forest preserve where invasive plants have been removed. It's easy and fun, and no previous experience is required. We will likely walk about 2 miles over uneven ground, and it may be muddy. Youth 12 or older are welcome with an adult. We will meet at 1 pm at the Glenview Woods parking lot on Harms Road just south of Glenview Road.
Questions? Contact Dale Griffin or Susan Comstock through the Realm Membership Directory or admin@ucevanston.org.
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The 45th Annual Serendipity Auction! | |
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Did you know that Rev. Dave Sammons brought the idea of a Service Auction fundraiser to UCE in 1978? In the spirit of a service auction, in this year's auction, you could win a lift to the airport from Lee Bannor, Dale Griffin's help with handyman projects and, new to the auction this year, "Kristin Larsen's Super Schlepper Services" to help with a household project. Also new to the auction this year, choir members will serenade someone special during kinship hour, Sean Talmage invites you to a Beer 101 class, and you can tour Paul Schweikher's house, the architect that built our beloved church building. Hoa & Ned are hosting a Vietnamese meal, Rev Eileen will create a custom portrait of your favorite subject and you can learn to make holiday cake pops with Susan Carlton. We hope these creative offerings sparked some of your own ideas. We are looking for your donations!
Email auction@ucevanston.org with questions and ideas or complete the donation form at www.fundraiser.bid/UCE to buy a raffle ticket, pre-order a t-shirt or donate an item to the auction. The auction team is glad to answer any questions at auction@ucevanston.org. READ MORE!
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Friendship Meals - Sign Up Today!
Friendship Meals are back and it's time to sign-up! The online sign-up sheet contains meal details so you can browse the choices and select the one that works best for you.
Or for further assistance, contact Lina Hilko (LHilko at aol dot com) or Margaret Koreman (Margaret.Koreman at gmail dot com). The six fall meals are:p! The online sign-up sheet contains meal details so you can browse the choices and select the one that works best for you. Or for further assistance,....
- Sat, Nov 4th 11am-1pm in-home potluck brunch, children welcome
- Sat, Nov 4th 1pm split-the-bill restaurant outing
- Sat, Nov 4th 5:30pm in-home appetizer and dessert potluck
- Sun, Nov 5th 5pm in-home vegetarian potluck dinner
- Fri, Nov 10th 6pm in-home gluten-free potluck dinner
- Sat, Nov 11th 5:30pm in-home potluck dinner
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On Saturday, October 28th, at 10 am, we will join Becky Taveirne in celebrating the life of her beloved son, Joe Schubert. Two Margarets (Shaklee & Talmage) are organizing hospitality. If it would please you to take on a small role or bring a favorite food to honor Becky and her family, make your selection and click SignUP here!
Email Margaret Shaklee [mshaklee4417 at gmail dot com] or call Kathy Talmage [708-207-1868] with your offer to help.
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BLUU community member Alice Ocrey will lead a 30-minute sitting meditation in Black Sacred Space, via Zoom, every third Monday of the month beginning in September. Every meditation begins at 8:25 p.m. ET/5:25 p.m. PT with a five-minute check-in. Click the image to Read More!
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OWL for 4th-6th Grades – Calling all parents! We are planning to offer this wonderful sexual education program this year for young people in grades 4-6. Please email Kathy Underwood if you would like more information about this program.
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Is Halloween Your Favorite Holiday?
If so, join the Family Ministry Team on Zoom on October 9 at 7-8p to share ideas and plan our Halloween party happening later this month!
Halloween Campfire – October 27, 6:30-8:30p on the South Lawn All ages are invited to hear some not-so-scary stories, enjoy s’mores, and show off costumes.
Halloween Party – October 29 during Kinship Time after worship No explanation needed here! Costumes are encouraged, but not necessary.
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Parent’s Perk – November 19 at 9:30a in room 13 – Whether you’re a parent or grandparent, you’re invited! Bring your favorite morning beverage and enjoy some sweets and company! | | |
TransParentsy Group - Sun Oct 15th at 12:30-2p in Room 2 – Parents and grandparents who have trans children of any age in their lives are welcome to share experiences and resources in a safe space. | |
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Deepening the Spiritual Journey
Tuesdays, November 7, 21, and December 5
7-8:30 pm in person at UCE, Room 3
Join Rev. Eileen and Kathy Underwood in an exploration of the pathways we have all traveled in our lives; the pathways of the spirit which have led us to where we are today.
In this three-part workshop, we will reflect on, map out, and share our spiritual journeys, with the hopes that some will consider sharing theirs in worship. This is an extension of the new member journey class, open to members and friends, high schoolers and up, no matter how long you’ve been at UCE.
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Winter Coat & Boot Drive
Looking for an easy opportunity for local action? The UCE Immigrant Solidarity Team is collecting NEW winter clothing for local refugees. Drop off jackets, boots, mittens, gloves, hats and scarves at UCE in the bins under the coat racks until October 19th.
We will deliver them to Refugee One on October 20 and 21st.
If you’d rather shop from their Amazon list and send direct to their office then please check here: RefugeeOne - Winter Coat and Boot Drive 2023
Please contact Michelle Novak through Realm or at admin@ucevanston.org with questions.
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2023 Actions of Immediate Witness Part 2 | |
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Actions of Immediate Witness (AIW) express the conscience and carry the authority of the delegates at the General Assembly (GA) at which it is passed. A description of the AIW process, from initiation to formal passage at GA, appeared in the Sept. 29 newsletter.
Organizing for Health Equity
AIW Attacks against abortion rights, against gender affirming health care programs, and against the very young and the very old, combined with the impact of systemic racism, pandemics, poverty, and other problems, have raised awareness about the need for health equity and mutual aid. This AIW calls for new partnerships to secure personal and social wellness, with justice for all people, in all nations.
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UCE Non-Fiction Book Group
We are reading David Treuer's books about Native American history. Participants may choose to read Treuer's 512 page book entitled The Heartbeat of Wounded Knee: Native America from 1890 to the Present, published in 2019 or his shorter, 275 page young adult book entitled The Heartbeat of Wounded Knee: Life in Native America, published in 2022.
The author shatters the myth that Native American civilization ended in 1890 with the massacre of more than 150 Sioux at Wounded Knee. He blends historical research, interviews with tribal members and his own personal reflections on growing up Indian to tell the true story of Native resilience and resistance to being written out of modern American history.
Zoom discussion:
Sunday, October 22nd at 2pm
Click here to join Zoom.
11/19: A podcast by Naomi Oreskes entitled The Big Myth: How American Business Taught Us to Love the Free Market.
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UCE Fiction Book Group
We are reading State of Wonder by Ann Patchett. Dr Marina Swanson. a pharmacological research scientist, travels into the rain forest of Brazil to find a colleague who has been much too long in the hinterlands of the Amazon exploring medical secrets of an isolated Amazonian tribe. Recalling Conrad’s Heart of Darkness and Evelyn Waugh’s A Handful of Dust, Patchett has written a luminous study of crossing borders of dramatically different cultures to find our common humanity.
Zoom discussion: Friday October 20th, at 7pm
Click here to join Zoom
Upcoming reads:
11/17: Search, by Michelle Huneven
12/15: Good Night, Irene by Lius Alberto Urrea
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All Congregation Read
This year, we will spend 6 months reading the book, Mistakes and Miracles: Congregations on the Road to Multiculturalism, by Nancy Palmer Jones and Karin Lin.
The book shares how five different congregations encounter frustrations and disappointments, as well as hope and wonder, once they commit to the journey to create multicultural, antiracist Beloved Community.
The group will meet the 2nd Sunday of each month from November 2023 through April 2024 from 12:30-1:30 pm at UCE. Rev. Eileen and Rev. Susan will take turns facilitating a monthly conversation using the congregational case studies provided in the book.
If you are interested in being part of this book group, please register here or email Rev. Susan at sfrances@ucevanston.org.
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Banned Books Club
November 5, 12-1:30pm, Rm 3
Join this new group of bibliophiles for ages 13 and older – youth, young adults, and older adults!
Our first selection is the graphic novel, Gender Queer: A Memoir by Maia Kobabe.
Please contact Kathy Underwood for this month's book selection. Our selections for the year are based on the banned book list by PEN America.
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On Saturday, October 28th, at 10 am, we will join Becky Taveirne in celebrating the life of her beloved son, Joe Schubert. Two Margarets (Shaklee & Talmage) are organizing hospitality. If it would please you to take on a small role or bring a favorite food to honor Becky and her family, log in HERE, make your selection and click SignUP!
If you want to opt out of the technology, email Margaret Shaklee or call Kathy Talmage with your offer to help.
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Unitarian Church of Evanston
1330 Ridge Ave. Evanston, IL 60201
847-864-1330
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