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Sunday, October 12 | 10:30am
Worship Service
"Stand with Survivors, Always"
~Rev. Kym McNair
210 North Central Ave, Ste. 130
Hartsdale, 10530
Click Here to Join Us on Zoom.
To Join Zoom via Phone:
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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Please check our website fusw.org and Facebook page for the latest info and updates about our Sunday services and other events.
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Upcoming Events
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Wednesday, October 15 and 29, 7:00pm, Saturday, October 18, 9:00am, Meditation Group ~ FUSW. Contact Deen
(mashuq.deen@gmail.com).
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Friday, October 17, 7:30pm, Men’s Group ~ FUSW and on Zoom. Contact Paul Gross
(paulrubengross@gmail.com).
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Friday, October 17, 7:30pm, Evening Women’s Group ~ on Zoom. Contact Diane Guernsey
(dianeguernseyuu@gmail.com).
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Tuesday, October 21, 4:00pm, Community Game Night ~FUSW. Contact Susan Greenberg
(fuswtreasurer@gmail.com).
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Saturday, November 1, 1:15pm, Reading Black Lives ~ FUSW. Discussing Come & Get It by Kiley Reid. See below for further information or contact the Office Administrator
(admin@fusw.org).
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Friday, November 7, 12:30pm, Daytime Women's Group ~ FUSW. Contact Theresa Reynolds
(ntdelise@optonline.net).
Upcoming Worship
- Sunday, October 19, 10:30am, ~ Rev. Arlin Roy
- Sunday, October 26, 10:30am, ~ Pat Wictor
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About Our Guest
Rev. Kym McNair is the descendant of enslaved Africans, Jamaican immigrants, community organizers, preachers, and teachers, carrying their legacies as she works to confront the oppressions that impact all of humanity—especially the ways systemic racism disempowers Black women and girls. She credits her organizing spirit to her mother, E. Theresa McNair, who safety-planned her way out of Jim Crow Mississippi during the Great Migration, settling in New York and dedicating her life to serving residents facing hunger and homelessness.
Professionally, Rev. McNair organizes on behalf of those who have experienced power and control in their intimate relationships and within the systems they must navigate daily. She has spoken on panels, facilitated dialogues for religious and civic organizations across Westchester, and consulted with congregations striving to integrate anti-racism principles into their ministries.
Rev. McNair serves on the Boards of Caring for the Hungry and Homeless of Peekskill (CHHOP) and the Westchester Women’s Agenda, where she contributes to the Reproductive Justice and Race Equity Working Groups.
A lifelong fan of science fiction and fantasy, she finds inspiration in Afro- and African futurist stories where women of every shade lead with wisdom and courage. Whether walking her rescue dog, Simba, or tending her garden, she dreams of a not-so-distant future—one where, like the heroines of her favorite stories, Black women’s voices are heard, their leadership is valued, and their lives are protected.
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Congregational Meeting Notice
The FUSW Board announces a Congregational Meeting on Sunday, October 12, at noon, following the service. The meeting will take place in person at 210 NCA and via Zoom.
The purpose of this meeting is to discuss and vote on whether to adopt a resolution that was passed at this year's General Assembly and which is linked here: Faithful Defiance of Authoritarianism: A Call to Action.
At its most recent meeting, the FUSW Board voted (a) to approve this resolution and (b) to present this resolution to the Congregation for a vote.
We hope you can attend.
Paul Gross, President
(paulrubengross@gmail.com)
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Building Your Own Theology
Sundays, October 12, 19, 26, November 2, 9, 15 12:30pm-2:30pm at FUSW
Unitarian Universalists are happy heretics—we “do theology” by exploring what gives life meaning. Join Arlin and Sarita Roy for a six-session course, “Building Your Own Theology,” beginning Sunday, October 12, 12:30–2:30pm. This discussion-based program helps participants clarify their beliefs and values while creating a personal credo. Only one hour of homework is suggested. Space is limited to ten participants—come discover your own theology in community. There is still one slot availible.
Contact Arlin Roy to register at arlinroy@yahoo.com.
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Meditation Group with Mashuq Deen
Wednesday, October 15, 29 | 7:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday October 18 | 9:00am-10:00am at FUSW
All are welcome to this combination of guided seated and walking meditation. Please bring a cushion to sit on if you wish to sit on the floor, and chairs are available for those who need 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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Community Game Night!
Tuesday, October 21 | 4:00pm-8:00pm at FUSW
Please join us for Community Game Night! Bring your favorite board game to share. We will order pizza at 5pm. RSVP to Susan Greenberg at fuswtreasurer@gmail.com, so we know how many card tables to set up.
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Reading Black Lives Book Group
Now Reading: Come & Get It by Kiley Reid
Saturday, November 1 | 1:15pm – 3:15pm at FUSW
Acclaimed author Kiley Reid’s fresh and provocative story about desire, consumption, and bad behavior.
It's 2017 at the University of Arkansas, and Millie Cousins—a super-senior resident assistant at Belgrade Dormitory—just wants to graduate, get a job, and buy a house. So when Agatha Paul, a writer and... Click here to read more.
The Reading Black Lives Book Group looks forward to discussing Come & Get It with you in November.
Check out our page on FUSW.org or contact admin@fusw.org for further information.
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Getting Out the Word about FUSW on Social Media
"Like," "Follow," and "Share!"
When you like a post on Facebook or Instagram, you show that you enjoyed or appreciated it—like giving a thumbs-up or smile of support. When you follow a page, such as FUSW, you choose to see its updates, photos, and events automatically in your feed, keeping you connected to what’s happening. When you share a post, you pass it along to your own friends or family so they can see it too. Each of these actions helps spread FUSW’s message, grow our community, and keep everyone informed and inspired.
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Upcoming Performances of Our Office Administrator
We’re proud to highlight our own Office Administrator, Karmesha Peake, as she steps into the spotlight with her upcoming performance in The Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess at the Metropolitan Opera, running from December 2 to January 5. Join us in cheering her on as she soars in this landmark production.
Find out about Karmesha's other upcoming performances by clicking here, www.Karmeshapeake.com.
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UUA Joins Multifaith Lawsuit Asserting that ICE Policy Violates the First Amendment
The UUA is proud to announce that we are a plaintiff in the sensitive locations policy lawsuit. We join a multifaith coalition to challenge the end of ICE’s policy, and oppose any interpretation of law that would allow immigration raids in houses of worship and religious ceremonies.
Source: UUA.org
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Justice and Inclusion: Unitarian Universalist Association Responds to U.S. House Committee on Homeland Security
The UUA responds to an inquiry received by the U.S. House Committee on Homeland Security by asserting that, as a moral and religious commitment, UUs reject any violations of the human rights and dignity of immigrants, regardless of citizenship status. Click here to read the House Committee Letter Response.
Source: UUA.org
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Sermon Archive
If you would just like to read the sermon again, missed the service, or would like to share a sermon with a friend, click below to view written sermons or videos
You may also access more archived sermons on our website by clicking here.
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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. The Board of Trustees has implemented a policy to prevent and address sexual harassment and abuse. The goal of this policy is to ensure a respectful community and fulfill our legal duty to protect members from harm and false accusations and to provide a safe environment for children. 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 7:45pm. 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. Articles for The Scoop are due by Wednesday at 10:00am.
Administrative Office Hours:
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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