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Unitarian Universalist
Congregation of Duluth
835 W. College Street
Duluth, MN 55811
218-724-0308
www.uuduluth.org
Friday, November 6, 2026
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Our UUCD garage entry door is broken. Parts are ordered. Until it is repaired, please park outside in our parking lot or on College Street in front of the property. We are sorry for the inconvenience and hope it is a short one.
Thank you for your understanding.
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10:30 am - Sunday, November 8, 2026
Broken Covenants
Broken covenants are painful. Can trust be rebuilt? How can we find healing in the aftermath? How
can we meaningfully express regret? And what does all this have to do with pie?
ZOOM: To join on your computer or smartphone click here to start Zoom or enter Meeting ID: 966 3267 0535 then passcode: 712244. To join via your phone only: dial 1-646-568-7788 and enter Meeting ID 966 3267 0535, then passcode 712244. If you are from another region, find your local number. If you would like to access the folder with the “Order of Service” document, please click this link and navigate to the current week.
Transcripts of several past reflections are available in this linked Google drive for anyone who missed part or all of the service, or who would like to revisit the topic.
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To support our congregation's mission, please contribute to the operating fund and Woven Basket via Give. The Woven Basket recipient for November is Trans Northland.
Trans Northland works to build a thriving, safe community for people across the Twin Ports who are transgender, non-binary, gender non-conforming, two spirit, gender queer, gender diverse, and gender expansive. It focuses on three primary services for the transgender community and allies: support, resources and connection.
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9:30 am - Forum
Processing the Midterm Election Results
The midterm elections will be behind us, and many of us are carrying a lot: relief, joy, grief, anxiety,
exhaustion, or some mix of everything. Join us for a small group gathering the Sunday after the election to process it together. A member of the Forums Team will facilitate a conversation to make space for whatever you’re feeling and to hear one another’s thoughts. We’ll talk about where we find hope, how we care for ourselves and each other, and what comes next. No expertise needed, just yourself and an open heart. This forum is in person only, with no online option, so we can keep the setting intimate and supportive.
To join the Forum presentation on your computer or smartphone, click here. You can also type in the following info to join: Zoom Meeting ID 985 3565 2576 Passcode 123 or to join by phone call 1-646-568-7788 then enter ID 985 3565 2576 (no passcode needed).
Previous forums can be viewed here.
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Religious Exploration News
Opportunities for all ages and stages
to grow in spirit, connection, faith, and justice-seeking
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SFAA: Covenant and Equity in "We're All in the Same Boat"
Last weekend, our Story for All Ages was Barney Saltzberg's light and thoughtful "We're All in the Same Boat!" Following a dog, a cat, a pig, and a goat on their rowing adventure was a fun way to welcome new members into our boat here at UUCD. Our monthly theme of "covenant" explores our shared value of Equity. Though the metaphor of us "all being in the same boat" makes for a fun SFAA, during the COVID-19 pandemic poet Damien Barr revised the expression to promote equity: "We are not all in the same boat. We are all in the same storm. Some of us are on super-yachts. Some have just the one oar." We can't always tell who is frantically rowing with just one oar. Be kind.
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Minister's Office Hours
Amy’s office hours are Tuesdays from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm, and Thursdays from noon to 4 pm. Please feel free to request a meeting time using Calendly, or stop by. Other times are available by request.
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Community arts offering
Alison Aune, the artist we are featuring this month in our sanctuary, offers these classes for the community: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/friday-afternoon-art-for-all-ages-fall--2026
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Food Scraps/Compost bin back outside
The bears have gone to sleep, all fattened up, so we no longer have to protect our food scrap bin from them. It is now outside, so you can dump your food scraps 24/7 in the bin near the big dumpsters. Thanks to all who stayed with composting though the summer. Please keep bringing in those food scraps to benefit our air, water, soil and climate.
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Justice Book Club
Justice Book Club meets this Tuesday, November 10th, 6:30pm via zoom link. we are discussing 'A string of pearls " by Claire Faith. She is a UUCD congregant and will be attending our discussion! There is one copy of the book available in the office at UUCD. All are welcome.
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"Power Peole Can Afford" Town Hall at UUCD Friday, Nov.13
On November 13, 2026 from 6 - 8 pm in our UUCD Social Hall, you are invited to join CURE, MN Interfaith Power & Light, Stop the Hermantown Data Center, Health Professionals for a Healthy Climate, Sierra Club North Star Chapter, Twin Ports DSA, Duluth Indivisible, elected officials, and your friends and neighbors. We will come together to talk about the growing crisis of energy affordability, how it affects our lives, and what we can do about it. There are solutions to the problem of rising energy bills that also put us on the pathway towards a people-powered energy future. But it will take neighbors coming together with neighbors across the Northland to rein in the corporate powers driving up rates and demand an energy system that is affordable, reliable, clean, healthy, and fair. Bring your experiences and thoughts to share.
RSVP (with some more info): https://curemn.org/blog/power-people-can-afford/
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Migrant Justice Team Needs
Our MJ Team is supporting several families who recently relocated to Duluth, some with pretty much nothing. Donations of the following would be greatly appreciated and can be left on the tables near Storage Room 3 in the garage:
- Towels (bath, hand, washcloths)
- Shower curtains
- Sturdy potholders
- Winter apparel, all sizes adult and children (jackets, vests, hats, scarves, mittens/gloves, and boots (especially need smaller sizes for women/children)
- Waste baskets (small/medium)
- Floor and table lamps (some apartments have NO overhead lighting!)
Also, we are no longer collecting egg cartons until spring. Thank you for your kindness to our new neighbors!
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Find Your Place at UUCD
Visitors, Friends, and Members check out the opportunities for you at UUCD. Many are one-time or short-term. See what fits you! Check as many as you're interested in, even if you just would like more information, and someone will contact you soon.
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Volunteers Needed for the UUCD Book Sale!
The birds are leaving, the leaves are falling and it’s time for the UUCD Pretty Good Book Sale - November 19 -21. We’ll have books for readers of all ages and genres – stock up for your winter reading or shop for the holidays. A limited selection of art, jewelry and holiday items will also be available.
Volunteers are needed to help with set-up and sort books beginning on Sunday, November 15 and throughout the week. Sign-up to help on the sheets posted in the narthex or on-line at this link.
Questions? Contact Julie O’Leary, jloinduluth@gmail.com, 218-310-8311 or Clara Weitz, claraweitz@gmail.com, 218-370-7982
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Host a Book Sale Lawn Sign!
Help promote the UUCD Pretty Good Book Sale with a colorful, non-political lawn sign. A limited number of signs are available - sign up for one after the service on Sunday or contact Charlie and Diana Moore at cholliedi@aol.com.
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GEMS 💎 Lighthouse Center For Vital Living
Please join us on Monday, November 23rd in the social hall at 11:00 to 1:00 pm.
This will be a very informative program. Samantha Scheel will be our guest speaker. The talk will be about support for all individuals living with any form of disability.
A light lunch will be served afterwards. Please RSVP to Doug or MaryLou
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Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
Tuesday, November 24, 6:30pm
Peace UCC, 1111 N 11th Ave E
Join our wider community in the Fellowship Hall at Peace UCC from 4-6pm for a community Thanksgiving meal hosted by Neighborhood Youth Services. Then head upstairs for our community interfaith Thanksgiving service at 6:30pm, featuring a mass choir, readings shared by local clergy, and an offering received for Neighborhood Youth Services and Chum.
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Our Minister's Cancer Journey
We understand that you may have questions and concerns regarding Amy's breast cancer journey. The best source for information is her CaringBridge account. Anything she feels comfortable sharing with the public will be shared there. The account is set to public, however CaringBridge requires users to be signed in to leave comments. You can access her account here: tinyurl.com/caringbridgeforamy.
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Chum Fall Assembly Nov. 10th at the Vineyard Church
Chum staff, board and delegates invite you - all congregation and community members - to the Fall Chum Assembly, Tuesday Nov. 10th at the Vineyard Church (1533 W Arrowhead Road - a UUCD neighbor). Come learn about the progress on the construction of the new, expanded shelter and who it will serve, as well as getting updates on coming events and other developments.
The meeting will run from 6:30-7:30 pm, with time from 6-6:30 pm to socialize with other delegates, pick up refreshments, and talk with Chum staff members, who will be at tables to share information about their programs. https://www.chumduluth.org/
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Family Freedom Center Annual Gala
I hope you can join Tom Betts and I on Nov. 11th at 5pm for the 2nd annual Family Freedom Center annual gala. Please open the link for more information and to order tickets. It's going to be held at the Greysolon Ballroom. Hope you can attend!
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St. Louis Co. Jail Cookie Request
Click on the letter photo to find out more about a Christmas Cookie request from the jail.
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