While we await her arrival in late August, let's welcome Rev. María Cristina by introducing ourselves. Women’s Perspective is creating a binder filled with individual profiles written by each of East Shore’s members and friends– in our own words! Your contributions will be a huge help as Reverend María Cristina gets to know her new flock. To assist you we have a form with a few questions and where you may include your personal narrative and photos as well. Copies of the form are available in the office. 

Join RE Staff online tonight to discuss next steps for RE at East Shore and map out the next year in Religious Education! We will reflect on this past year and look at the calendar for the 2022-23 year as well as discuss volunteer opportunities. Join via Zoom 422 840 3454, Passcode: chalice

This month we are partnering with with Congregations for Kids Good Start Back to School, who provide supplies to school age kids throughout the Bellevue School District. We are doing a collection of Sturdy Backpacks now until June 26. Please join is in your support and shop for Backpacks without slings or wheels; padded backs for 4th through high school; large size for middle and high school, with laptop compartments; solid colors (no red) for high school. We will lift them up next Sunday, June 19th for our Share the Plate.

As the better weather approaches, many of us want to get outside and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Pacific Northwest. You can do that, and contribute to building community at East Shore, by participating in walks and hikes organized by the East Shore Outdoors group. To get added to the email list, contact Amanda Strombom. Here are some upcoming Hikes

How did we—not just humans, but all of life, and planet Earth itself—come to be? To find out, you need everything from paleobotany and paleogeography to paleozoology—in short, what you need is the science of paleontology. From recently exposed fossils to new theories about our ancestors, this exciting science is positively exploding with new, game-changing discoveries. In Introduction to Paleontology, you’ll see how new technologies like dispersive x-ray spectroscopy and x-ray computer tomography have joined the tried-and-true backhoe, hammer, and chisel. For details see: Introduction to Paleontology. The class will meet over twelve weeks. To watch and discuss the lectures use the link https://rebrand.ly/zhzte8a

The oceans are currently facing unprecedented challenges due to pollution, overfishing, and habitat destruction threatening marine and human life. ECAM invites you to attend the next 350/Eastside meeting to learn about sustainable policies that can restore and protect the world’s oceans. The evening’s featured speaker is Sara Holzknecht, Field Representative for Oceana, the largest international advocacy organization dedicated solely to ocean conservation. Join via Zoom 828 7707 3725, Passcode: 798154

This is the second of four circles devoted to East Shore’s Mission. Our June session will look at “Explore Spirituality.” What does explore spirituality mean to you?” What in our community is meaningful in your spiritual journey? Join the East Shore community every 3rd Saturday morning as we explore a variety of issues, joys, and concerns. You may be changed by what you hear. Join Zoom Meeting 816 8030 9830, Passcode: 626689

You are all invited to celebrate the wedding of Caroline Haessly and Steve Wellons!

Light refreshments and desserts will be served outside. Proof of vaccination is required. For planning purposes RSVP to [email protected]. Virtual attendees do not need to RSVP, just join via Zoom 892 2300 3972, Passcode: Wedding. No gifts for us. Consider supporting East Shore with a financial contribution instead.

East Shore's Community Mural Project is our main community action project for 2022. Come participate in this collaborative project that explores values, creativity and nature. The Community Mural Project - People of all ages and abilities can get involved here, use this link to sign up. On June 20-25th, we'll prep and paint the mural background. On June 27-July 1, we'll paint the mural in collaboration with campers. Speak with Doug Strombom if you have any questions about the community mural project.

​Please join us to discuss The Great Influenza: The Story of the Deadliest Pandemic in History by John M. Barry. At the height of World War I, history’s most lethal influenza virus erupted in an army camp in Kansas, moved east with American troops, then exploded, killing as many as 100 million people worldwide. It killed more people in twenty-four months than AIDS killed in twenty-four years, more in a year than the Black Death killed in a century. But this was not the Middle Ages, and 1918 marked the first collision of science and epidemic disease. Join via Zoom 896 7249 9304, Passcode: 403930

General Assembly is the annual gathering of Unitarian Universalists, where we conduct business of the Association, explore the theological underpinnings of our faith, and lean fully into our mission and principles. Please join us June 22-26 in Portland, Oregon and online for this 5-day immersive experience where we participate in inspirational worship services and informative workshops, reconvene with friends and colleagues, and explore our bustling exhibit hall. You’ll leave with renewed energy and innovative ideas to share with your congregation and community-at-large! You can learn more and register at uua.org/ga. 

June 27-July 1, 2022 9:00-3:00pm Summer camp at East Shore! "Art in Community" In-person summer camp for Kid Participants Grades K-5 and Youth Camp Counselors Grades 6-12. We imagine a world of empowered kids bringing their voices and visions for the greater good of our world! Registration is live! 

OWL empowers adults and children across the lifespan to learn about their bodies, sexuality, and genders. I am looking for 15 adults to get trained in OWL to facilitate next year's programs. There are new editions of K-2 curricula and 10-12 curricula, so even if you've trained before, it's time to re-engage. Congregants not signing up for the training are invited to host a meal at the church or to host a participant from the program with a home stay. Register here. 

Members are hosting a check-in every weekday (M-F) 9:00-9:30 a.m. All are welcome! Connect with the East Shore community; share joys, concerns, and needs with one another. To virtually attend, Zoom Meeting ID 569 071 839. Passcode: chalice

Come enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, and meet up with old friends or make some new ones. Most Wednesdays we meet online via Zoom 870 3910 9508, Passcode: 462703. On the first Wednesdays, we meet in person and some tech-savvy members will be on hand to answer your questions about using technology. So, bring your laptop, tablet or phone (or all your devices if need be) and our trusty tech support team will attempt to answer as many of your questions as they can.

The East Shore Men's Breakfast Group meets once a month. Relax to reconnect and enjoy each others' company. There are no dues and everyone is required to check their ego at the door. Our goal is good conversation, sharing and camaraderie. To connect, email lay leader Tom Ball or call 206-232-8720. 

The ESUC Family Covenant Circle is a group of East Shore families with children 0-18 where the adults share and support one another in the journey that is family life! Families of every stage and configuration are welcome. To connect, email lay leader Martin Cox.