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University Unitarian Church eNewsletter
August 16, 2024
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Worship service at 9:30 a.m. in the chapel and via live stream
Rev. Jennifer Alviar will lead the service. Music by Camille Watson, soprano, and Dwight Beckmeyer, piano.
Sermon title: “Planting Seeds of Possibility”
What can gardens teach us about caring for the Earth and caring for our souls through nature-based spiritual practices?... [Continue reading]
Order of Service
(More info on Sundays at UUC at the bottom of this newsletter)
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Volunteer in Family Ministry
Click here to indicate your interest in volunteering for the 2024–2025 church year
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It’s that time of year again! We are looking for folks who enjoy working with children and love UUC to volunteer with our children and youth on Sunday mornings. Volunteering with UUC’s children and youth is a fun way to support the growth and development of our community, and to deepen one’s own spiritual life.
Our Family Ministry programs work to support children and youth in meaning-making, and to develop their spiritual muscles for cooperation, justice-making, and conflict resolution. Through the lens of our Unitarian Universalist values, we explore our sense of wonder and awe about the world and ask big questions about who we are and what is important to us. And, we get to play with Legos!
We rely on adults in the congregation to give their time and talents to these programs, to support our growing ministry to families and ensure it continues to be available into the future. [Continue reading]
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UU the Vote
Sunday, August 18, after the service, in the Knatvold room
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Join us this Sunday to write handwritten letters to Get Out The Vote.
We'll gather downstairs in the Knatvold room at 10:30 a.m. or so after the worship service—to write some letters to voters, to share our stories of challenge and inspiration, and to stay connected. Bring your heart and your writing supplies. [Continue reading]
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Care Shawls Knit & Crochet
Sunday, August 18, 11:15 a.m. in the Dix room and via Zoom
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In summer, with only one service ending at about 10:30 a.m., we will meet in Dix at 11:15. You can also attend via Zoom. We hope to see you there!
We usually meet on the third Sunday of each month. All beginners to masterful knitters welcome. Some coaching available if needed. [Continue reading]
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Spiritual Deepening through UUC Reflection Groups and UU Wellspring | |
Our 2024–25 church year will bring two programs introducing and supporting UU spiritual deepening in small groups. Our sixth round of Reflection Groups will begin in October and run twice a month for six two-hour sessions. And in January, we are excited to bring back UU Wellspring with a new curriculum, “Love at the Center: UU Values and Covenant.” This program will meet for 11 sessions, also twice a month, ending in June. [Continue reading]
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All Voices Choir Summer Picnic and Sing-Along
Monday, August 19, 6–8 p.m., at the Good Shepherd Center/Meridian Playground
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What better way to celebrate the dog days of summer than to get together, eat, and sing! AVC members and those interested in joining the AVC this fall are invited to gather on Monday, August 19, 6-8 p.m., at the Good Shepherd Center/Meridian Playground. We'll eat in the covered picnic shelter on the west side of the main building, towards the south end, near the Tilth Gardens. We can sing in the big field afterwards. Note that restrooms are available on-site. [Continue reading]
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Wise Women Connecting: August Potluck
Tuesday, August 20, 5–7 p.m. in Knatvold
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Join other women of retirement age in the church for a potluck supper downstairs in the Knatvold room.
Show up. Bring a dish to share. Come hungry, ready to talk; leave happy.
UUC's Wise Women Connecting group offers support and friendship to those who identify as women of retirement age, considering retirement, and/or interested in issues of aging. Wise Women meet to benefit from one another by sharing life experiences and current interests, along with connecting about the joys and challenges of aging together.
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Donate Blood at UUC
Thursday, August 22, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. by appointment in Nathan Johnson Hall
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The summer months are crucial for blood donation. Motor accidents are on the rise and there’s a critically low shortage of blood donors. Your blood donation is essential to trauma care. Help support local hospitals that treat thousands of emergency patients daily and schedule an appointment to give blood at University Unitarian Church on Thursday, August 22. [Continue reading]
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Care Team Asks "How Can We Help You?" | |
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The UUC Care Team serves people in the UUC community when they encounter illness, grief, medical events, and other life issues. We all need a little help sometimes. If you find yourself needing a listening ear or a little help, please email the Care Team or leave a message on our confidential voicemail at (206) 454-7722. We are trained lay volunteers. We check for messages twice daily and keep your information confidential.
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Sunday, August 25, 9:30 a.m.
Summer pulpit guest: Kyle Turver. Music: Camille Watson, soprano; Dwight Beckmeyer, piano.
Sunday, September 1, 9:30 a.m.
Summer pulpit guest: Rev. Justin Almeida. Music: Holly Eckert, violin; Dwight Beckmeyer, piano.
Sunday, September 8, Homecoming Sunday
Services at 9:30 and 11:15 a.m.
Rev. Dr. Douglas Wadkins, incoming Interim Minister, and Rev. Beth Chronister. Music by the Loft Choir; Dwight Beckmeyer, piano.
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Sunday Worship
Join us for our Sunday morning service in our chapel or via our live stream.
In the summer, childcare is available for children ages 6 mos.—PreK and K-5th grade in the Children's Suite during the service. Regular programs for children and teens will return in September. Click here for more information about special summer events and regular programs for children, teens, and parents at UUC.
Current health safety protocols at UUC: Facemasks are optional but welcomed, especially while singing. For the well-being of everyone in our community, please STAY HOME if you have cold or flu-like symptoms, even if you're sure it’s "just a cold."
UUC monitors Public Health – Seattle & King County COVID-19 data dashboards and advisories, updating our health safety protocols accordingly. We also consult CDC About COVID-19 resources to inform our decisions. We additionally track Washington State Department of Public Health Resources and Recommendations for Business and Workers for guidance around COVID-19 safeguards for staff and visitors.
Please continue to check in at a kiosk or on the paper sign-in sheet when entering the building. This helps us better understand attendance on Sundays and for programs and meetings throughout the week. If you would like to be added to our email list for church-wide announcements, please include your email address and phone number on the paper sign-in sheet.
Click here for more information about Sunday mornings.
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