Join us this Sunday
October 14, 2018


10:30 am Morning Service:   October 14, 10:30 am | Telling the Stories, Embracing Our Shared Future . A special dialogue sermon between Rev. Lane Campbell and Rev. Renee Rucholtzke, regional staff with the Unitarian Universalist Association. The topic: What are some of the shared, collective stories of First Universalist Church? Who are we called to be in the future while respecting those who have come before?
—Rev. Lane Campbell


9:15 am Drop In Discussion: October 14 – 9:15 am | Healthy Buildings. A Healthy Building, Kitsap County Administration Building in Port Orchard, Washington, incorporates in its design earth sheltering, rainwater gathering, natural ventilation, a green roof, and everyone is 30 feet or less from a window. Kate Fleury will tour the site and bring information about this award-winning example of building healthy with community support.  .

On October 21 Kate Fleury, RN, BSN, a Certified American Heart Association Instructor, will show and demonstrate our new A utomated E xternal D efibrillator (AED).

Upcoming Events

REV. LANE CAMPBELL

Office Hours Are:
Tuesday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Thursday: Study Day. Open hours will be held at a coffee shop (TBD)
Friday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
(585) 325-5092

Rev. Lane is here! And she would like to make time to meet with YOU! Yes, you. She would like to make time one-to-one with all of the members of First Universalist to get to know you a bit. Sign-up sheets will be available on the bulletin board just outside the Sanctuary. Please sign up! You may also contact her at minister@uuroc.org .
COZY NIGHT SUPPER

Friday, October 19 from 5:30 pm until 7:30 pm. Sign up and additional information is on the bulletin boards in the Clara Barton Lounge and on Court Street or through the church office. All are welcome.
     BOOK GROUP

October's Book Group pick is Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann. A true story about the Osage tribe murders and the birth of the FBI. Please join us October 28 at 12 noon in the Chalice Room for lively discussion of this well
researched not to mention riveting  book. Questions? Please see Shirley Bond or Sarah Singal.
MINISTERIAL START-UP WORKSHOP WEEKEND EVENT

As part of beginning a new ministry with us, First Universalist is hosting a Ministerial Start-Up Workshop Weekend event led by UUA Congregational Life Staff, Rev. Renee Ruchotzke. All are invited to a potluck dinner on Friday, October 12 from 6:30 pm until 9:00 pm, to tell stories about the congregation and to explore the history of First Universalists. Board members and committee chairs will join for a workshop on Saturday, October 13 from
8:30 am until 2:00 pm. All will finish on Sunday, October 14 with a dialogue sermon between Rev. Renee Ruchotzke and Rev. Lane Campbell in worship at 10:30 am. Come and be a part of the start of Rev. Lane's ministry!
THE NEW YORK STATE CONVENTION OF UNIVERSALISTS CONFERENCE AND ANNUAL MEETING

This year's convention will be held in Syracuse on October 19 and 20. Information about the conference can be found at nyscu.org . It is also posted on the bulletin board outside of the church office. If you have questions please see Nancy Gaede.

~ From the Caring Committee ~
Keep These People In Your
Prayers & Meditations

Reach out to Jessie Werner at The Hurlbut Nursing Home, 1177 E. Henrietta Rd., Rm. 73A, Rochester, NY 14623. She would appreciate cards and visits.

George Goodwin had surgery on his wrist this past week. All thoughts and prayers are appreciated.

Kathy Russell announces the engagement of her daughter Alyssa to Tim Castelein. She is delighted that she knew about it before Facebook.

Additional Announcements

THURSDAY LUNCHTIME CONCERTS: The Eastman Washington Square Concerts will begin October 18. Join us for Vocal Gems of the 19th Century . Cecile Saine, soprano and Howard Spindler, piano will perform songs by Lehar, Foster, Strauss, and more. Each free concert begins in the sanctuary at 12:15 pm and ends approximately at 12:45 pm. Bring your brown bag lunch and enjoy! For more details see, http://esm.rochester.edu/community/calendars/lunchtime/ .
RAIHN* WEEK: Sign-ups and Training. During RAIHN Week October 21 -- 28, 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, via office@uuroc.org with questions. If you'd like to learn more before volunteering, we have opportunities to "shadow" experienced volunteers.

TRAIN FOR RAIHN: If you haven't trained before, attend a two-hour orientation about putting the RAIHN philosophy into action on Thursday, October 11, at 6:30 pm at the Third Presbyterian Church, 4 Meigs St., Rochester. RSVP to Jen Canning , coordinator@raihn.org .

RUNNING FOR RAIHN: On October 20, Jodi Reynolds will lace up her shoes and run in the ROCtoberfest 5k Race to raise funds for RAIHN. Like to run? Join her by signing up at https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Rochester/ROCtoberfest5K . Not a runner? You can still join in by donating online at https://www.crowdrise.com/o/en/campaign/run-for-raihn or sign up on the bulletin board by the piano in the Clara Barton Lounge.
* Rochester Area Interfaith Hospitality Network: keeping families together. Getting families home for good. 
PEACE VIGIL: Join us Sundays at noon until 1:00 pm at the intersection of Goodman Street and East Avenue. Rain, snow or shine. We began in 2002, before the invasion and occupation of Iraq, and have continued weekly since 2003. Make your sign, or use one of ours. For questions, call Hal Bauer at (585) 335-2623, or ask Rev. Lane about her August 2018 vigil experience.
CHURCH LIBRARY & BOOKSTORE HOURS: The First Universalist Church library and bookstore are open each Sunday during MOCHA (coffee hour) for browsing, borrowing and buying. We have new books for sale at half price, donated books for sale for 50 cents, free children's books and a free magazine exchange, as well as a lending library for members and regular attenders.

New Library Committee Member: The Library committee welcomes
Janet Clarke-Hazlett as its newest member.

To submit an item for 'This Week' at First Universalist
e-mail   office@uuroc.org  
no later than Wednesday at noon.   
Staff:
Rev. Lane Campbell , Minister
(585) 325-5092

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

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

Andrea Lewis , Office Administrator / Editor
(585) 546-2826


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