JUNE 18-19, 2022 - 10 Lyons Plains Road Westport, CT 06880 - Phone: 203.227.7205
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Every Saturday: Brown bag lunch donations to support John Street Outreach. Drop off Saturdays noon- 4:00 PM. Sign up HERE; contact David Vita to learn more.
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Our summer schedule for SOUNDINGS will begin next week. We will publish a combined WeekEND and WeekDAY edition on June 24, and then move to a 2-week schedule, so that the next edition will be July 8. Please plan accordingly! |
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WORSHIP SERVICE: 10:00 AM - In Person and Virtual
NATURE'S HOPE: ANNUAL SUMMER SOLSTICE SERVICE
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Our annual Summer Solstice Service/Concert will take place on Sunday, June 19th. Nature's Hope is the theme for this year's concert, which will feature music whose words have to do with Nature and the power of Nature to renew our spirit. Some of the composers represented will be Vaughan Williams, Esperanza Spalding, Purcell, Dolly Parton, Regina Ventus and Paul Halley. The event is produced by the Choir and guest musicians: Mike Costantino, Jenna McPartland, Chloe Smith, Beth Palmer and Andrew Muench. The choir will be accompanied by piano, flute, sax and double bass.
Click HERE for the Order of Service. The service will be in person and virtual; attendance guidelines are HERE.
Offering can be made on VENMO ("The Unitarian Church in Westport"), on vop.tucw.org, or feel free to mail in cash or check.
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Next Sunday, June 126, 2022 at 10:00 AM
UUA - GA ASSEMBLY VIRTUAL SERVICE
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FAITH FORMATION SUMMER 2022 SCHEDULE |
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Children ages K-4 SUMMER in the West Wing! 10:00 AM-11:00 AM every Sunday except July 3 and September 4. Come have fun learning about our UU Principles, follow our adopted Sea Turtles and explore Mindfulness!
Bring your friends to church and if they have children, this is a great way to learn about Unitarian Universalism and the world.
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Coming of Age and the High School Youth Group will be taking the summer off, and Nate will be on a summer leave of absence starting June 19. See you in September! |
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We had three, 8- hour days of OWL training for teachers this past weekend. Our six new teachers have explored the Our Whole Lives program and are a wonderful team. Stay tuned for how we will be implementing this into our curriculum this fall.
The photo on the right is our new teacher team standing on the outdoor steps that lead up to the new K-1; 4-6 OWL classroom: Angi Haen, Eileen O'Reilly, Maria Mendoza Smith, Matthew McPartland, Matty Henry, Patrick Olivieri, and Faith Formation Lead, Dr. Heather Hamilton.
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SUMMER 2022 SERVICES: JOIN US IN PERSON JULY AND AUGUST |
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Today is our Summer Solstice concert, and that will be the close of minister-led, in person services for this fiscal year. The following Sunday, June 26, everyone is invited to participate in the UUA's General Assembly service. And then after that, we will once again enjoy lay-led services - in person only - through until September 4.
The Worship Associates have done a fabulous job planning out a terrific summer for us. Click HERE for the upcoming Summer Services schedule.
Please note that summer services will not be broadcast live: our tech team needs a break just like everyone else! The sermon will be taped and the tape available later that same week. In addition, we will not be sharing the Order of Service on Saturday mornings in your email boxes: you'll get your paper copy from an usher before services begin.
Take good care, happy summer, and we'll see you July 3 and beyond!
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LEADING LIGHT AWARD RECIPIENTS
HONORED AT LAST SUNDAY'S SERVICE
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Congratulations to all the past Leading Light Award recipients who were recognized at last Sunday's service. This award was first put in place in September 2018 to celebrate and recognize and yes - inspire! - wonderful volunteer efforts. There have been a number of great honorees since 2018! If you weren't able to see the service last week and acknowledge folks in person, here is the list for you to peruse: |
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We extend our condolences to the family of Marianne Gjersvik, a long-time member who died last Saturday. The Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 18, at the church, at 2:00 PM.
Cards may be sent to Marianne's daughter:
Erica Green, 52 Stoneleigh Road, Fairfield, CT 06825
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UU Meditation & Mindfulness, 9:00 AM Sundays.
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Flowers: Should you wish to donate flowers for a Sunday service, please reach out to Ruth Fontilla, our administrator, or fill out the form in the notebook on the table in the foyer. |
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Pay it forward: please consider being a greeter on Sundays; help our new folks navigate our community. Sign up for virtual or in person greeting, HERE. Thank you, in advance!
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PAST SERMONS/SERVICES
Our sermons are archived on the website HERE.
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Annual Faith Formation Sunday
Rev. Dr. John Morehouse,
Dr. Heather Hamilton, Nate Pawalek
June 5, 2022
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"The Blessings of Brokenness"
Rev. Dr. John Morehouse
June 12, 2022
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Domestic Violence Crisis Center (DVCC)- 24Hr 888–774–2900
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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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