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Sunday, April 12 | 10:30 am
Worship Service
"Make Your Heart a Hospice to the World"
Scott Janssen
210 North Central Ave.
Hartsdale, 10530
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Dial: 646-558-8656 Meeting ID: 921 3956 4302
Passcode: 266397
For the Order of Service, please see the website, fusw.org
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About Our Guest
Scott’s professional biography goes something like: He’s been a hospice social worker for over thirty years. He has published over 100 articles in academic, professional and popular journals and magazines; (his favorite is Pulse: voices from the heart of medicine).
He was a founding member of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization’s Trauma Informed Care Workgroup. He has spoken frequently about trauma-informed care for terminally ill patients, end-of-life care for combat veterans, and a range of nearing-death experiences including near-death experiences, after-death communication, and end-of-life dreams and visions.
He has been interviewed by numerous media outlets and has written two books: Standing at Lemhi Pass: Archetypal Stories for the End of Life and Other Challenging Times explores the uses of historically based storytelling with hospice patients; Light Keepers is a metaphysical novel set in the aftermath of the American Civil War. It explores the power and peril of choosing love over fear when the world around us feels like it's falling apart.
Scott's real biography goes like this: Scott is down here on planet Earth doing his best, however imperfectly, to be a decent human being and a source of kindness to others. He loves his family, dogs, and pizza.
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Upcoming Events
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Saturday, April 18, 1:15 pm, Reading Black Lives Book Group ~ FUSW. See below for further information, or contact the Office Administrator
(admin@fusw.org).
Upcoming Worship
- Sunday, April 19, 10:30 am, Ted Glick
- Sunday, April 26, 10: am, Benjamin Van Dyne
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Pro Democracy Actions
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.” - Margaret Mead
Show up for democracy, in keeping with our 5th principle!
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UU Solidarity Initiative
On Sunday, April 12, during coffee hour, you will have the opportunity to submit comments to the Department of Homeland Security regarding the agency’s proposed changes to the rules for work permits for asylum seekers." In a nutshell, the new rules will make it virtually impossible for asylum seekers to make a living while they’re waiting for their asylum cases to be heard. There will be a laptop set up for you to submit your comments to the Federal Register; you may want to draft your comments in advance to save time during coffee hour.
For more information and comment prompts, visit the UU Solidarity Initiative’s toolkit at: Work Permit Comment Guide - Google Docs. Questions? Contact Denise at deniseuu23@gmail.com.
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Attend a local protest:
- Tuesdays, 12:30 pm -1:30 pm | 250 Tarrytown Road, White Plains
- Saturdays, 9:30 am -10:30 am | Corner of Huguenot & North Aves., New Rochelle
- Saturdays, 4:00 pm, Harbor Island, Mamaroneck
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Check out NYCD16-INDIVISIBLE.ORG for many pro-democracy actions.
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Message from the Treasurer
FUSW's fiscal year hit the three-quarter mark on March 31st. Statements of annual contributions through that point are now available. You can pick up yours this Sunday at the service. If you don't, it will be mailed to you. Please take note of your current year pledge for reference as we approach Pledge Season 2026-27!
Contact Susan Greenberg at fuswtreasurer@gmail.com for further information.
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Songwriters and Performers Circle
Wednesday, April 8 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm at FUSW
Join Paul Gross for a Songwriters and Performers Circle at FUSW--a chance for musicians to get to know one another, workshop new material, and check out FUSW. Non-musicians are welcome to come and listen in. Homemade cookies and lemonade will be served. Contact Paul Gross for more information paulrubengross@gmail.com.
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Meditation Group with Mashuq Deen
Wednesday, April 15 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm at FUSW
All are welcome to this combination of guided seated and walking meditation. Please bring a cushion if you wish to sit on the floor; chairs are always available for those who prefer them. You're invited to remove your shoes and you may wish to bring socks, a sweater, or even a thin blanket with you. Deen has experience with multiple meditation methods and is a certified yoga teacher. He’s currently studying to be a Zen Buddhist chaplain. Please email Deen if you’re interested in attending at mashuq.deen@gmail.com.
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Reading Black Lives Book Group
Saturday, April 18 | 1:15 pm - 3:15 pm at FUSW
Now Reading: Passing by Nella Larsen
Learn more about this book and author by visiting our website.
Contact admin@fusw.org for further information.
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Save the Date!
Saturday, April 25 | 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm at FUSW
FUSW will be kicking off this year's Pledge Drive with a celebration and we need YOUR help! Please sign up to let us know what you'd like to contribute. We need finger foods, both savory and sweet. And beverages, too. Plus one more thing... read on!"
Do you have one or more small, folding tables? (The kind that were invented for eating TV dinners?) Please lend it/them to us for the party! Contact Lisa d. if you have one or a few to share. lisa.demauro@gmail.com
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Share Your Thoughts on Aging
Longtime member Joyce Hamm Sontag is collecting reflections on aging — any perspective, any tone, any length (up to three pages). Submissions may remain anonymous, if preferred.
Topics might include:
- Humor
- Research Studies
- Health: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
- Loss and Loneliness
- Caring for loved ones
- Retirement and Hobbies
- Financial Concerns
- Anything thats sparks joy
The goal: a compilation that we can use to support one another, provoke reflection, and build community through a personal story. To contribute or learn more, contact Joyce at jhammsontag1@hotmail.com.
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Need a Space to Host an Upcoming Event?
FUSW is proud to host community-centered events that inspire connection, learning, and positive change. Our space is accessible and fully equipped for meetings, workshops, and community gatherings. Flexible scheduling and support to make your event seamless. For more information, contact Susan Greenberg at fuswtreasurer@gmail.com.
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Safe & Sacred: Creating Safe Spaces for Everyone
The First Unitarian Society of Westchester strives to provide a safe environment for all. Our aim is to minimize risk and foster spiritual well-being in a trusting atmosphere. Click here to view our Congregational Policies.
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FUSW Contacts & Information
Questions, Concerns, or Compliments for FUSW? Reach out to any member of our Board of Trustees.
Board of Trustees - The board usually meets on the third Monday of each month via Zoom at 7:45 pm. If you wish to attend, please check with a board member or the administrator, because the schedule sometimes shifts. Click here to join the board meeting on Zoom.
Meetings are open to any member of FUSW. For confidential matters, non-board members will be asked to leave temporarily. At the end of the meeting, there will be an open forum, during which non-board members can speak about topics of concern, limiting remarks to two minutes. To access the minutes from previous meetings, visit the Members page of fusw.org and click on Board Minutes Archive.
Scheduling Zoom Meetings or Submitting Information for The Scoop and FUSW Calendar - Contact our Administrator, Karmesha Peake (admin@fusw.org). For Zoom meetings, please include the purpose and preferred date/time. Items for The Scoop are due by 10:00 am on Wednesday. Submissions may be edited for space or style. If you want to discuss your submission, contact Lisa deMauro: lisa.demauro@gmail.com
Administrative Office Hours:
Office Hours: Mon. (Remotely) 10:00 am-12:00 pm, Tues.-Thurs. 10:00 am-3:00 pm, Fri. 10:00 am-1:00 pm (Remotely). Please call ahead or schedule an appointment by clicking here, should you need to connect with Karmesha, our Office Administrator, in person at 210 North Central Ave.
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Deepening Spirituality · Nurturing Community · Advancing Justice
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