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Weekly Announcements
January 25, 2024
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“Character and Mood in Mozart’s Music”
with Dr. Mark Sullivan
On Sunday, January 28, 2024, classical pianist Dr. Mark Sullivan will offer a talk and demonstration on Mozart and his music, with a focus on the composer's solo piano music. Dr. Mark will briefly discuss the style and aesthetics of Classical period music, which was composed during the roughly 80 years from 1750 to 1830. He will offer a brief examination of evolving social and economic contexts during the lives of the Classical period's pre-eminent composers: Josef Haydn, Wolfgang Mozart and Ludwig van Beethoven. Dr. Mark will discuss and perform examples of Mozart's solo piano music and offer insight into aspects of emotional character and interpretation in the language of Mozart's music. The significant role of repetition and contrast in defining form in Classical period music will also be explored.
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Dr. Mark Sullivan holds his Master of Music degree in piano performance from Indiana University’s Jacob School of Music. He earned his Doctor of Musical Arts degree from the University of Southern California Thornton School of Music, where the Executive Committee honored him as the school’s Outstanding Graduate for 1995. For his achievements in performance at U.S.C., he received the 1995 Keyboard Studies Department Award. Sullivan was also recognized with the 1994 Pi Kappa Lambda Award for graduating with the highest academic standing in his class.
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Your monetary gifts sustain our beloved community and enable us to further embody our values through our gatherings, programs, and community outreach. Please consider UUCLB in your charitable gifts for 2023-2024.
ONLINE GIVING — TRY IT!
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You can also give quickly and easily on your phone at https://tithe.ly
or download the Tithe.ly app to your phone!
For ACH auto-donations please contact achrep@uuclb.org
Checks can be mailed to UUCLB, 5450 E. Atherton Street, Long Beach, CA 90815
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January 2024
Click below to download the January 2024 RE Newsletter
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Thursday, January 25, 2024, 7:00 - 9:00pm via Zoom
January Town Hall Council
uuclb.org/meetings/thc
Meeting ID: 869 6720 0610
Passcode: 732091
This is the place to learn what's going on at UUCLB!
- Committees & Task Forces - share what you're doing!
- Newcomers - meet fellow congregants & get to know the workings and processes of UUCLB!
- Fellowship Opportunities for ALL!
** Go to the Town Hall Council folder in the Members Only Google drive for information about agenda items**
On the agenda:
- Personnel Committee - record managing software
- Article II Amendments Update
- Dec. Board Actions & Updates
- Saving Democracy Team update
- Racial Justice Team - new project
- BIPOC & LBGTQ+ updates
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Committee Updates - what should the Board & Congregation know? Please submit information by Jan.18 so participants can study the issues before the meeting.
Open Discussion
- Board listening - What's going well? What needs improvement?
- Minutes from the Nov. 16 THC meeting are available in the Town Hall Council folder on the Members Only Google drive.
Questions or to place an item on the agenda? Please contact Jan Goodwin at jan.goodwin@uuclb.org
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Sunday, January 28, 2024
Pick-Up and Pay Sunday after Service on the Patio
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Sunday, January 28, after Church on the Patio and in Room 6
Postcard Pickups, Dropoffs and Writing Space
There will be writing space and markers in Room 6 after church. Cards are due Sunday Jan. 28 for our "big send" Jan.29. For more info about postcard writing, please email: DemocracyTeam@UUCLB.org
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February 4, 2024 after Sunday Service
"Caring Card" making with the UUCLB Pastoral Care Team
Come and make a "Caring Card" or chat with the Pastoral Care Committee after service on the first Sunday of each month. The Pastoral Care Team will have a table to visit and/or make cards. The cards will be sent by the Pastoral Care Committee to those in the church community that might use some support. Supplies, samples and materials will be provided at the table. Please join us! Look for our table in the courtyard or check your order of service for the room number. You can contact our Pastoral Care group at: pastoralcare@uuclb.org
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Saturday, February 10, 2024, 3:00pm in Wylder Hall
Barbara Atlas Celebration of Life
Please join us for a Celebration of Life for member Barbara Atlas on Saturday, February 10, in Wylder Hall. All are welcome to attend. Finger foods such as, fruit, veggies, and cookies will be graciously accepted. If you are bringing food to share at the service, please email Jan Goodwin at: jan.goodwin@uuclb.org.
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Sunday, February 4, 2024, 11:30am in room 2/3 after Service
LGBTQ+ Caucus Meeting
Join the LGBTQ+ Caucus as we continue to celebrate all things Winter related.
NEXT LGBTQ+ CAUCUS MEETING
February 4, 2024, in room 2/3 after service at 11:30am
Hybrid Option see UUCLB Calendar for Zoom Link
Remember to join us Saturday, January 27, 2024, 11:00 am for International Holocaust Remembrance Day. We will be showing the documentary “Pink Triangle Legacies”.
Save the Date Friday, February 2, 2024 for Black History Month. We will present a curated selection of LGBTQ+ short documentaries on LGBTQ+ life in Africa and America.
QUESTIONS? - You identify as Queer or Ally and want to join our mailing list? CONTACT US AT lgbtq.chair@uuclb.org
Your LGBTQ+ Caucus Co-Chairs are: Chrisanne Blakenship-Billings she/they/her/them/everything, Bill Sive he/him/his
Lifting up our voices, Living our authentic lives, Sharing our Queer selves,
We are stronger together In Queer Space
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Sunday, February 11, 11:30am in the Lounge
Social Justice Forum
You are invited to the Social Justice Forum on 2nd Sundays in the Lounge after the service at 11:30am. We meet to have dialogue about Social Action News & action plan updates.
For more information contact Kathy Adams katole@uuclb.org
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Sunday, February 18, 11:30am in the Lounge
"UUYAN" Young Adult Network for Ages 18-35
The UU Young Adult Network ages 18-35 Meets in the Lounge after the service at 11:30 on 3rd Sundays. Next meeting is February 18, 2024 for fellowship and event planning. Contact Kathy Adams at katole@uuclb.org for additional information
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Sunday, February 25, 9:40am in the Lounge
Membership Sunday
Please Join Us on Membership Sunday at UUCLB on Sunday, February 25, 2024. Gather in the Lounge 9:40am, participate in Wylder Hall.
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This is a celebration for all new members to UUCLB. Gather, officially sign the UUCLB Member Book, make a pledge, receive your UU pin, meet other new members of the congregation, enjoy the service, the gardens and fellowship with others while enjoying celebratory refreshments. We look forward to seeing you!
RSVP requested by Sunday February 18 with a short bio to share. RSVP and email bio to membership@uuclb.org
Please note, masking is welcome & optional. Following our guidelines of Inclusion, Consent, Care and Covenant, take the indoor and outdoor precautions that are best for you and your families. Outdoor seating is available for Sunday services. Contact membership@uuclb.org for more information.
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Limited Edition Boutique: Virtual and In Person!
Announcing the 2024 Limited Edition Boutique!
Log On and Look Today! uuclb.org/2024WinterLights
The Virtual Limited Edition Boutique is live now through Saturday, January 27 9:00pm
Come in person on Saturday January 27 (6:00 to 9:00pm) in Wylder Hall and get your shopping done for Valentine’s Day and birthday presents for the year!
The Limited Edition Boutique includes:
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The Jewelry Shop featuring sterling silver, agate and marcasite treasures. There will be something sparkly to catch your eye!
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The Basic Boutique featuring fashion accessories and items you have been waiting for including beautiful silk scarves and gorgeous handbags. The perfect unique presents for Valentine’s Day and Birthdays are waiting for you!
Come Browse and Buy!
uuclb.org/2024WinterLights
Questions: Contact Joanne Pon Rubin jponrubin@gmail.com 562-505-4998
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News from the Unitarian Universalist Association
General Assembly ‘24
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January 12 is the deadline for submitting a program proposal for GA ’24: uua.org/ga/program/contribute.
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March 15 is the deadline for submitting a proposal for the Virtual Poster Fair: uua.org/ga/program/contribute.
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The theme for 2024 all-virtual General Assembly is Love Unites, Stories Ignite.
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Registration is now open and financial support is available.(uua.org/ga/registration).
- Full-time cost for adults and youth is $280, with increases on March 1 and again on May 16.
There’s lots more information available for browsing and dreaming and planning, at uua.org/ga
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PSWSA Assembly + PSWSA Youth Con, UU Church of Ventura, CA
Both Events are April 26-28, 2024
Join us to share what’s going on in your congregation and to enjoy meaningful keynote topics, an assortment of workshops, youth con activities, worship, meals and more! Registration will be opening soon and it's not too early to propose a workshop. Deadline to submit workshop proposals is February 3, 2024!
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2024 Saving Democracy Team Latest Information
Important Dates and Activities
To get email updates or join the team, email:
DemocracyTeam@UUCLB.ORG
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Click here to download the Saving Democracy Team's latest Info Sheet.
WRITING POSTCARDS
Please contact LeRae Niell DemocracyTeam@UUCLB.org or see us after church to receive your cards, directions, names, and addresses. In January 2024, we're writing postcards to flip the Orange County Board of Education to one that will be safe and inclusive, putting the students first!
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Tuesday, February 6, 4:30 PM PT via ZOOM Click here to register
UUSJ is thrilled to announce a Zoom talk by national bestselling author, columnist, and political commentator Steve Phillips about his new book How We Win the Civil War: Securing a Multiracial Democracy and Ending White Supremacy for Good.
Phillips’ first book, Brown Is the New White: How the Demographic Revolution Has Created a New American Majority, was a New York Times bestseller and established Phillips as a powerful national voice. He is also the founder of Democracy in Color, a political media organization dedicated to race, politics, and the multicultural progressive New American Majority. Phillips hosts “Democracy in Color with Steve Phillips,” a color-conscious podcast on politics. He is a regular columnist for The Nation and The Guardian and has appeared for the New York Times, NBC, CNN, MSNBC, and C-SPAN.
Phillips graduated from Stanford University and the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco, and practiced civil rights and employment law for many years. He lives in San Francisco.
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Tues. February 13, 5:00 pm PT: Patrick Berry, Counsel, Voting Rights, Brennan Center for Justice.
Register: https://uusj.salsalabs.org/votingbans/index.html
UUSJ has joined an amicus brief to oppose Mississippi’s lifetime ban on voting as being in violation of the 8th Amendment and contradictory to our UU values of forgiveness and compassion. Attorney Berry will explain the case and offer what we can do.
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YouTube-Author’s Interview - David Pepper
Book: Saving Democracy: A User's Manual for Every American
Hosted by UUSJ: LINK TO VIDEO, CLICK HERE!!!
You can follow David Pepper on https://davidpepper.substack.com and/or buy his book Saving Democracy: A User’s Manual for Every American (2023).
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YouTube-View Authors' Interview- Daniel Ziblatt and Steven Levitsky Book: Tyranny of the Minority
Here is a link to the event video held 11/5 in Concord, Connecticut: Tyranny of the Minority: Why Democracy Reached the Breaking Point authors' event was co-sponsored by Reclaim Our Democracy and Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice.
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Contact me any time for more information or questions.
Patricia Marr/562-480-3223
Be sure to register to vote and vote!
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Local Organizing Committee
Mission Statement:
The mission of the Local Organizing Committee is to build coalitions with interfaith communities around common interests, related to economic justice. We foster leadership in organizing.
We are working to prevent homelessness - join us.
Meets First Wednesdays at 3pm on Zoom. For link go to: UUCLB.org/News/Calendar
Statement of Purpose
Awaken people to their power in social justice activism and advocacy
LA Voice “Listening Campaign” & “Home is Sacred” Narrative has resulted in SB567 being Signed into Law in 2023 – Thank you for supporting this effort:
- Listening to our Congregants
- Postcards & Letters
- Rally at the Capital in Sacramento
- Meetings with our State Representatives & Senators, Long Beach Mayor
- News Conferences with the Press
When we started this journey together back in 2022, we knew the fight to get SB567, the Homelessness Prevention Act, through the legislative cycle and signed into law would be an uphill battle.
Through the Senate and the Assembly, through the ups and downs, we hung on, grounded by our faith, and our conviction to build an LA county, and a California with equity and abundance for all.
Email Kathy Adams at: LOC@UUCLB.ORG
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Explore the Side With Love Action Center:
https://sidewithlove.org/actioncenter
The Unitarian Universalist Association sponsors “Side with Love” a public advocacy campaign that seeks to harness love’s power to stop oppression. All are welcome to join online. For the latest updates explore and sign up for the online webinars at https://sidewithlove.org/
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First Sundays, 11:30am in the Lounge
"Starting Point" Membership Class
Interested in Membership? Attend our Starting Point class! To join us, attend Starting Point classes on First Sundays at 11:30am in the UUCLB lounge. In these classes you will:
- share your personal religious journey.
- discover the church's many programs & activities.
- meet other prospective members.
- learn about some of the church's statements of philosophy such as our Principles, Bond of Fellowship, Congregational Covenant, and Mission Statement.
- learn more about the next steps.
- learn how you can support UUCLB.
- be invited to become a member.
For more info, see our webpage at https://www.uuclb.org/connect/become-a-member/
or email: Membership@uuclb.org
The class will also be offered virtually on ZOOM
Meeting ID: 921 8298 5381 Passcode: 704679
Or paste the link into your browser window: https://zoom.us/j/92182985381?pwd=dDJxeTZidC9QVmN5dUNxVUsxVEJnUT09
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Adult Faith Development Team Seeks Volunteers
For more info, contact afd.chair@uuuclb.org
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Make a Tribute!
Make a Memorial Tribute in memory of, or to say “Thank You” to someone for a gift, a good deed, a job well done, or just to tell someone “You are special!”
You can make your Tribute by check or use tithe.ly. Checks should be made out to UUCLB and marked "Tribute To insert name here". Or for tithe.ly text-to-give, text the words “Tribute for insert name here" and the amount to 833-931-1845. If making a tribute by check, drop your check off at the church office on Sunday or mail to: UUCLB, 5450 E Atherton St., Long Beach, CA 90815
Your Tribute will be posted on the bulletin board and will appear in the weekly announcement.
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This is your invitation to join the UUCLB choir!
We are an all-inclusive choir, and a wonderful fit for all skill levels ranging from experienced to novice. We rehearse every Wednesday from 7:15- 9:00 PM, and lead the music for UUCLB service around twice a month.
Any questions? We would love to hear from you at music.director@uuclb.org . See you there!
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Upcoming date for contributions to the ADVANCE Newsletter has changed!
Please send your articles, announcements, photos, artwork and other contributions before 9:30pm on the Tuesdays listed below. Email to: ADVANCE@uuclb.org
Due Date: Tuesday, February 20 for the March 2024 issue
Due Date: Tuesday, March 19 for the April 2024 issue
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Stay in touch with your Church Community by contributing to the Weekly Eblast Announcements and the ADVANCE Newsletter.
To share in the weekly ANNOUNCEMENTS or the monthly ADVANCE NEWSLETTER:
- Prepare a brief notice for the Announcement or an article/brief about your event for the ADVANCE
- Include name of event, date, time, ZOOM link or meeting place and contact information for your event
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Submit in an UNFORMATTED Microsoft Word document -or- type into the body of an email.
- NO SPECIAL FORMATTING / SPACING
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Graphics and images should be attached in JPG format (rather than embedded in a MS Word file)
- Proofread your document and make any necessary corrections before sending
Submit Weekly Announcements/Eblast to: ANNOUNCEMENTS@uuclb.org
DEADLINE: Tuesday at Noon!
To share in the monthly ADVANCE newsletter:
Send submissions to ADVANCE@uuclb.org
NOTE: THE SUBMISSION DATE FOR THE ADVANCE NEWSLETTER HAS CHANGED.
Please submit your items for the ADVANCE before 9pm on the 3rd Tuesday of each month.
Please note: submissions will be published on a space available basis subject to the decision of the editor.
*Flyers and/or announcements that need to be retyped will not be accepted.
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East Yard Communities for Environmental Justice (EYCEJ)
East Yard Communities for Environmental Justice (EYCEJ) is a community-based organization that works to facilitate self-advocates in East and Southeast Los Angeles and Long Beach. EYCEJ prepares community members to engage in the decision-making processes that directly impact their health and quality of life. Through grassroots organizing and leadership-building skills, EYCEJ works to enable under-represented communities to be heard and make real change happen. Using a plan of action built on research-based information, workshops, and trainings to empower our communities, we are able to influences policy change, policymakers, and agencies that can institute health-protective environmental justice policies that are in the best interest of local, regional, and statewide residents. For more information, check out their web site: eycej.org. Our Social Justice Collection takes place on the second Sunday of each month but you can support East Yard Communities up until the last Sunday of the month by mail, text, or online. If by mail, note "Special Collection" on your check, and send it to: UUCLB, 5450 E. Atherton St., Long Beach, CA 90808. Using Text-to-Give, text to 833-931-1845. To give $25, for example, text "25 Special Collection $25". If you'd like to cover any convenience fees to the church, you can add the word "cover" (so "25 Special Collection $25 cover") or simply text "Cover fees on" to cover fees on all text gifts. For online giving go to uuclb.org/give.
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Members! The UUCLB Church Directory can be downloaded as a pdf file...
Download the August 2023 UUCLB Church Directory pdf from the Members Only Drive at this link: Church Directory
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Planning a ZOOM meeting? Have an item for the UUCLB Calendar?
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FOR ZOOM MEETINGS: Use this link to request a ZOOM room reservation : http://www.uuclb.org/ZOOMRES (Please submit your request at least a week before your meeting to allow time for scheduling.)
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TO ADD AN EVENT TO THE CALENDAR: If you would like your event to appear on the UUCLB calendar, please email the ZOOM reservation and link, along with your event information (name of event, date, day of week, time start/end and contact info) to: calendar@uuclb. (Please submit your request at least a week before your event to allow time for calendaring.)
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How To Stay Connected to UUCLB
--Subscribe to the weekly announcement eblast: announcements@uuclb.org
Arrives in your inbox every Thursday
- Subscribe to the monthly Advance newsletter: advance@uuclb.org
- Arrives in your inbox the first week of the month
- Subscribe to the church Board Report: boardreport@uuclb.org
- Receive the meeting agenda, board packet, and minutes
- Check the current issue of the Join In Booklet: uuclb.org/joinin
- Find all the standing Committees, social activities and affinity groups
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Find the latest How-To Manual for Committees
- Check the UUCLB website uuclb.org
- Check the church calendar uuclb.org/calendar
- Follow us on Facebook facebook.com/UUCLB/
- Join us for in-person and online Worship on Sundays at 10:00 am
Live on Zoom … Facebook Live...and Past Recorded Services
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Watch our services when it's convenient for you!
Services stream live on Sundays on Facebook, and full services are posted on Facebook
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“Liberating Love” MLK Sunday
with Rev. Lissa Gundlach
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=2367755380081202
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January 21, 2024
“Calling All Holy Troublemakers”
with Heather Vickery
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=6948140621959766
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PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AT (562) 597-8445 -or- EMAIL: office@uuclb.org
REGULARLY CLOSED HOLIDAYS, FRIDAYS, WEEKENDS &
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Unitarian Universalist Church of Long Beach | Phone: (562) 597-8445
Email: office@uuclb.org
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