SEPTEMBER 26-30, 2022 - 10 Lyons Plains Road Westport, CT 06880 - Phone: 203.227.7205
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VOICES CAFE: THE BLACK FEATHERS, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1
8:00 PM (DOORS OPEN AT 7:30 PM)
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The Black Feathers, made up of the UK’s Ray Hughes and Sian Chandler, return with their unique blend of Americana, Folk, and Acoustic Indie Rock sensibilities and incredible on-stage chemistry. This talented duo is renowned for their riveting performances, captivating harmonies and Hughes’ stellar guitar work, all creating musical magic.
“Once in a blue moon, the whole soars far above the sum of its parts. That’s what happens when The Black Feathers perform live,” says Black Mountain News. Their performance “positively sparkles with energy and joy… " says For The Country Record.
Click HERE for The Black Feathers - Holy Water (Official Video)
Join us for our warm, inviting atmosphere, bring your own snacks and beverages, enjoy great music, and support social justice programs. Tickets at: VoicesCafe.org
Want to join the Voices Café Volunteer Troupe? Email Dave Caplan. |
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SUICIDE PREVENTION TRAINING SUNDAY OCT 2, 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM |
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September is Suicide Prevention month, and it's time to raise awareness.
The Safer Congregations Committee is partnering with The Hub*, and Westport’s Positive Directions, by offering an interactive In-Person QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide Prevention Training, on Sunday, October 2, right after service, 11:30-2.
It is open to the TUCW community, and beyond.
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A reminder from the NAMING COMMITTEE: Vote #1 starts on Sunday Sept. 25 and continues through October 2. Survey Monkey is the method used to vote; click HERE for the URL link. The URL link is also on the TUCW website homepage carousel. The first ballot is preceded by a short survey designed to better focus your consideration of names and to provide helpful data as we move through the process. The ballot has 84 names and you may vote for up to 10 names; only one vote is allowed per name. When you have finished recording your votes be sure to include your name in the space provided; your name will validate your ballot.
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETS WEDNESDAY, SEPT 28 at 7:00 PM |
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The Board of Trustees is meeting in the West Wing on Wednesday, September 28 at 7:00 PM. They will be following up from the retreat they held last weekend, and finalizing the Priority ENDS for this year.
Folks can read Rev. John's WHITE PAPER HERE and his September report to the Board HERE. Draft minutes before final changes from the June meeting are HERE and the agenda for this month's meeting HERE. Timely documents including financials are always posted on the Trustee bulletin board to the left of the Library. And, reminder that bios of our Board members can be found online HERE.
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HYBRID UU MOVIE GROUP MEETING FRIDAY, SEPT 30 AT 7:30 PM |
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Movies up for discussion this month are: “Three Thousand Years of Longing”, “The Woman King”, and “See How They Run”. Please join us if you have seen any of these or want to hear about them.
We are going “hybrid”! We will meet in the West Wing as well as on ZOOM. Walk ins welcome. For more information, or the ZOOM link, email Dorothy Rich. Dorothyjeanrich@gmail.com
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TUCWOMEN RETREAT TO RENEW:
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM - MEETING HOUSE
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The TUCW women's group will be holding its second annual retreat! Our theme this year is Retreat to Renew! Join us for an exciting and enriching day of activities, where we can "get away" for a day to gain new perspective on our lives, develop deeper bonds with each other, and replenish spiritual wells that may be feeling a little drained.
All women and those who identify as women are invited, October 15th, at the Meeting House, from 9:00-4:30. A $20 registration fee will cover the cost of lunch, which will be provided. RSVP by October 7 to tucwomen@uuwestport.org.
CLICK HERE for an overview of what we have planned.
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Mondays: 6-7:30 PM via ZOOM Buddhist Practice Group Nina Nagy Let Nina know you are attending.Teachings offered on a donation basis.
Fridays: Last Friday of each month: 7:30 PM UU Movie Group. Hybrid. Dorothy Rich
Saturdays and Sundays: Sat 12:00 noon- 4 PM; Sun 9:30- 9:50 AM John Street Bag Lunch Drop Off David Vita
Sundays: 9 AM UU Meditation & Mindfulness for place & details Janet Luongo
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Our complete calendar is always on our website. Click HERE for quick access
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The Women’s Circle with Grandmother Nancy: Tuesday, October 18, 7-8:30 PM. (There will not be one on October 4) Learn about Indigenous knowledge and rituals. ZOOM HERE Contact Pat Francek
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Friday, October 21, 2022 - 6:30 PM: Chris Place hosts POTLUCK in New Canaan Halloween theme: Costumes are Welcome. RSVP to Eileen Belmont, 215-350-3015,. She will email you the address. Potlucks will be every third Friday of the month. Hosts are needed.
SAVE THE DATE: Retreat to Renew, Saturday, October 15. 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM at the TUCW Meeting House. See announcement above.
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Available 24 hours. Languages: English, Spanish.
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PASTORAL CARE
If you are going through a challenging time or know somebody in the congregation who needs support from our Pastoral Care Chaplains, call to leave a confidential message in the PCA voice mailbox 203-227-7205 ext. 19 or email pca@uuwestport.org.
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CARING NETWORK
Our support network is available to provide tangible help for friends in need: meal delivery, pharmacy runs, grocery shopping, a regular phone call of connection. Contact a minister or coordinators Dorothy Rich,or Diane Cano,
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ADDICTION RECOVERY
For individuals or families of our congregation seeking confidential support or information about addiction issues. Please contact our Addiction Recovery Ministry by calling 203-227-7205 ext. 19 or emailing pca@uuwestport.org
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The Unitarian Church in Westport is a diverse and welcoming religious community, free of creed and dogma, and open to people of all backgrounds and beliefs.
WE INSPIRE and support individual spiritual growth.
WE CONNECT through worship, music, learning, and caring ministries.
WE ACT in the service of peace and justice.
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