October 17-18, 2020 - 10 Lyons Plains Road Westport, CT 06880 - Phone: 203.227.7205
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Register for in-person 9:00 AM services each week by clicking HERE.
It is an important part of our COVID-safe process.
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2020 |
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WEED, WEED, WEED...HOE, HOE, HOE |
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Come join us on Saturday, October 17 (Rain date Saturday, October 24) as we clean up and prepare our Japanese Meditation Garden for the winter.
After some weeding, we'll put down mulch in the garden, and wood chips on the path. Some tools will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own, including gloves.
We'll start around 9:15 AM, and we'll finish up around 4:00 PM. Folks can feel free to leave earlier if they want. We'll order pizza and/or sandwiches for lunch, and there will be plenty of bottled water available.
Masks and social distancing required. To sign up call John McWeeney at 203-924-9283
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LET OUR VOICES BE HEARD
Virtual ZOOM Protest at 4:00 PM
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Remember in January 2017 when folks from all over the world - including a bunch of us! - marched for women's rights'? Turns out that was the largest one-day rally in US history!
Fast forward nearly 4 years, and we're still outraged. But now it's difficult to march, with COVID concerns.
No problem, we've arranged a virtual rally. Don you pink "pussy" hat, grab a placard, and send [email protected] a picture/video of why you WOULD march if you could, and your comments. Then join us at 4 on ZOOM HERE.
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Saturday, October 17 10:30 AM-noon: Activists in Training 'Beep the Cars' Week 4. |
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We will visit Bridgeport after a distinct bust in Trumbull. The rendezvous point is the parking lot across from the Park City Ford, 70 Sylvan Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06606. We need your help! This is a shout-out to all adults, youth, and children. The more activists we have, the better the vehicular enthusiasm! **Bring a large piece of cardboard. The election is nearing.... |
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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2020
SERVICE: 9:00 AM IN-PERSON + Pilot of Livestream;
11:00 AM VIRTUAL SERVICE as usual
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“Picket Fences Around Gilded Cages” –
Moderator: Pat Francek
The American Dream elicits visions of picket fences and lovely homes. What is it like to live the American dream as a Mother raising her Black child?
Hear our panel of four mothers, Ellie Grosso, Lisa Brown, Kristin Trost, Shanonda Nelson who allow us a look into their homes as they describe what America is telling them about what it wants for their Black children.
Worship Associates: 9:00 Kim Warman - 11:00 Cheryl Dixon Paul
FOR 11:00 AM Service the ZOOM ROOM is the same as always:HERE.
Meeting ID xxxxxxxxx PASSWORD: xxxxxxxxxxx Landline: xxxxxxxxxxx
We continue to pilot different capabilities of livestreaming the 9 AM service. Feedback? Beth Cliff. ZOOM HERE ID: xxxxxxxxxx Passcode: xxxxxxxxxx
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Next Week: OCTOBER 25, 2020
9:00 AM IN PERSON; 11:00 AM VIRTUAL SERVICE
“Listening to Our Hidden Wholeness” – Rev. John Morehouse
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ATTENTION ALL CHILDREN AND YOUTH! |
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Young Children: 10:00-10:45 AM - ZOOM Meeting: HERE
Meeting ID: xxxxxxxxxx Password: xxxxxxxxxx
Soul Matters 'Deep Listening,' Lesson 3
Tweens & Teens: 11:00 AM-noon ZOOM Meeting: HERE
Meeting ID: xxxxxxxxxxxx Password: xxxxxxxxxx
Harry Potter and Unitarian Universalism, 'The Hatred Horcrux.'
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Youth Group: 1:00-2:30 PM - 'Kick White Supremacy's *ss Kickball Game Series' continues. Coleytown Elementary School, 65 Easton Road, Westport CT, 06880. *Meet behind the school on the field adjacent to the playground. All adults, youth and children are welcome. (Adults, don't forget to stretch ahead of time!) |
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Looking ahead...
Friday, October 30--Middle and High School (8-12th graders)
'Samhain Bonfire and S'Mores Extravaganza!' 7:30 PM Behind the Meetinghouse. Bring a lawn chair and a photo or momento of someone dear to you who has died (could be a pet).
*Costumes are encouraged but not required. Wear a Covid 19 protective mask. We will practice strict social distancing at this event.
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And spread the word; all friends from school or the community are welcome to join us! The more the merrier! |
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VIRTUAL MEDITATIONS - Sundays at 10:00 AM
Zoom Meeting - click HERE ID: xxxxxxxxxxx Password: xxxxxxxxx
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Services are posted on our Facebook page and website. We offer last week's here for convenience.
Whispers pf the Spirit:
Sunday, October 11, 2020
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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 [email protected].
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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 Mary Jane Cross or Beth Cliff.
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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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Domestic Violence Crisis Center (DVCC)- 24Hr 888–774–2900
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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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