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March 17, 2019

10:30am Sunday Service | Bringing a Lost Prophet to Light
Bayard Rustin was an essential part of the Civil Rights movement who was often overlooked because of his sexuality, his political alliances, and his stance on the draft. What can we learn from the story of this strategic, brilliant, and creative leader? What have we lost in having his story remain invisible in the larger Civil Rights narrative? On his 107th birthday, let’s join in making this prophet visible and in celebrating his legacy. The topic for this sermon was chosen by Lyle Jenks, who won the sermon topic of his choice in the church auction!
The secret is out! The science behind M&M is what unlocks the path to peace. What’s working and why? Corporations, school districts, hospitals: it’s everywhere. Bring your (open) mind and if nothing else, get a read and a reading list on the Tool of the Century. Joy Leccese with others will facilitate.
Worship Service Video from 3/3
Community Ministries: Breaking Down Walls
with Rev. Kelly Spahr
Upcoming Events & Additional Announcements
Thursday, March 14 | Eastman at Washington Square
Eastman at Washington Square Concerts take place on Thursdays at 12:15 to 12:45pm in our sanctuary. March 14 is Illustrious Music with Cello and Piano : Come and hear Shade Zajac and Doug Hanson in a recital presenting major works of Beethoven for cello and piano, and Rachmaninoff for solo piano. Admission is free! Bring your brown bag lunch and join us.

Sunday, March 24 | Book Group Discussion: Evicted
The book group selection for the month of March is Evicted
by Matthew Desmond, an in-depth examination of poverty and profit in the American cities. Poverty is profitable, argues the author of this well researched book. For those who would like a head start, April will introduce Educated by Tara Westover. Held in our Chalice Room at 12:15pm.

First Universalist’s Music Program: Supported By You!
When church members and friends are asked what they love about First Universalist, music is among the things most frequently mentioned. Our music program is so enriching and full— our hymns, our historic Hope-Jones organ, our Music Director, the choir and musicians from the congregation and community, as well as our collaborative relationship with Eastman for the Thursday concerts— we are fortunate to have it all. The music, like everything at First Universalist, is supported by pledges from members and friends. Thanks for “showing up” for our music program!   

Sign-ups and training for RAIHN Week April 14-21 
During RAIHN* Week we will turn our church into a home for temporarily homeless families. We'll convert our classrooms into bedrooms, cook meals, stay overnight, and provide other help. To join our volunteer team, sign up in the lounge after church on Sunday, or contact Chris DeGolyer, chrisdeg@frontiernet.net with questions. If you'd like to learn more before volunteering, we have opportunities to "shadow" experienced volunteers. A new volunteer orientation will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 6:30-8:30pm at Temple B'rith Kodesh, 2131 Elmwood Ave. in Rochester. For experienced volunteers, second level training will be held Thursday, March 28th, 6:30-8:30pm at Artisan Church, 1235 S. Clinton Ave. in Rochester. This training focuses on the issues RAIHN families face, such as culture, poverty, and trauma.
* Rochester Area Interfaith Hospitality Network: keeping families together. Getting families home for good.  
Joys & Sorrows
Joys
  • Lisa Gwinner is so glad to finally be back to church! Recovery from the spine surgery is going very slowly, but she is so grateful for family and friends, and all of the cards and encouraging messages from her church family.

Sorrows
  • Kelly & Michael Scott are remembering their dear friend and neighbor, Marge Forth, who died this past week
  • Emerson Finkle is feeling deep sorrow for the unexpected death of Tom Haskell, a good friend and fellow UU young adult
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Staff:

Rev. Lane Campbell ,
Minister
(585) 325-5092

Rev. Michelle Yates ,
Minister of Life Span Faith Development
(585) 310-2484

Brock Tjosvold ,
Director of Music
(585) 546-2826

Emma Barry ,
Office Administrator
(585) 546-2826

Brandon Fagan ,
Sexton
(585) 546-2826

150 S. Clinton Avenue, Rochester, NY 14604
(585) 546-2826 | office@uuroc.org