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with Rev. Lane-Mairead Campbell

Tuesdays | Drop-In Discussion: Russia and Ukraine

There's more to the Russia-Ukraine situation than we're being told by official sources and the establishment media. Phil Ebersole will present some background information and lead a discussion. Drop-In Discussions are virtual! We meet on Tuesday nights from 6:30-7:30pm. Look on the First Universalist homepage for details and a link, or click the Zoom meeting link in this blurb title!

Wednesdays | Midweek Meditation

Weekly Midweek Meditation sessions are held each Wednesday at 11:30am! Look on the First Universalist homepage for details and a link!

Eastman at Washington Square Concerts take place on Thursdays at 12:15 to 12:45pm in our sanctuary. April 21 is "The Classical Mandolin": Mandolinist Ken Luk and pianist Evelyn Lam will present works composed and arranged for the mandolin by Beethoven, Calace, Kreisler, Scarlatti, and more. Admission is free! Please wear a mask and do not bring food or drink into the sanctuary with you.

Thank you, thank you, thank you! We haven't had a chance to tally all of the Stewardship pledges but the preliminary numbers look very good. We'll have more information about the final results in the coming weeks. In the meantime, it's not too late to pledge. Stewardship materials, including a pledge form, can be found online at uuroc.org/stewardship. And if you missed out on the "celebration" pies Sunday, send an email to finance@uuroc.org and we'll get one delivered to you. Thanks again for your generous support of our wonderful church!

Panelists: Roneika Burns, Program Specialist (Hospital Workers Union, 1199SEIU); Kesha Carter, Diversity Professional (CCSI); Phyllis Jackson, RN (Community Wellness Project Manager at Common Ground); Shani Wilson, PA (URMC); Theo Munson, MPH (FIRE team co-chair). This meeting will be held via Zoom at 1:30pm. The Zoom link can be found on the church calendar! Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85874341798pwd=dnZvbzMxQjI1WFZOdmU1aXIxQ2ZIUT09

Want to learn more about First Universalist Church? Considering becoming a member? Then please join Rev. Lane-Mairead, Rev. Michelle, and others for a “Path to Membership” session April 30 at 9:30am in the Clara Barton Lounge. RSVP to Membership@uuroc.org.

May 8 | Book Group: "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys

This historical novel is based on the sinking of the Wilhema Gustloff in 1945. Over 9000 passengers perished. The passengers were trying to escape the Soviet advance. Sepetys has made a commitment to tell the story of four unlikely heroes who ban together and make a pact to help each other. Please join us May 8 at 11.50am in the Chalice room for a lively discussion. For those of you who like to read ahead, our June selection is "Interpreter of Maladies" by Jhumpa Lahiri.

Men of the Congregation: The Annual Mark's Men's Gathering (formerly known as the UU Gathering of Men) at Camp Unirondack will be held the weekend of May 13, 14, and 15. If you are interested, please contact Tom Williams or Alex Pita for more details. Please register online at the Camp Unirondack website:

Held after the service in the Clara Barton Lounge! Please join us as we showcase our Social Justice Circles, featuring all the wonderful work these groups are doing in our community. We are a vibrant, active congregation despite the pandemic. We invite you to connect and be inspired! Questions? Email FIAC@uuroc.org.

Please send your Joys and Sorrows to be read at our Sunday Worship service to JoysandSorrows@uuroc.org.

Rev. Lane-Mairead Campbell,

Rev. Michelle Yates,

Brock Tjosvold,

Emma Barry,