Sunday, May 18 — 10 am

"Oneness Ever Unfolding"

The Sikh tradition offers “Ik Onkar," a phrase at the heart of the Sikh faith—which means "oneness ever unfolding." Valarie Kaur guides us through this beautiful faith tradition, inviting learning and an exploration of oneness in her recent book, Sage Warrior. May the deepest understanding of oneness, that all are part of the one, invite trust into this moment and those to come.

• Rev. Kathryn Adams, Minister
• Jan Sprinkel, Worship Leader
• Michael Casey, Musician
• Judy Graham, Greeter
• Nancy Holland, Coffee Host

Please CLICK HERE to join us via ZOOM.

This week's music:

• "Filled With Endless Kindness" #1031 (teal hymnal)

MAY 25 | "Beyond Self-care: Radical Care for Dangerous Times" — In-person & Zoom

Many of us feel pretty burned out on the idea of self-care, and community care may not always seem accessible. How can we rethink the models we've been given, and merge both experience and science to help us sustain ourselves and each other in these times? Join us as we explore nuanced and sustainable care in a world on fire. 

• Heather Petit, Guest Speaker
• Nancy Holland/Joan Caivano, Worship Leaders
• Michael Casey, Musician

JUN 01 | First Summer Discussion Service

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• Potluck at Paula Hubbard's Home — May 16
• Annual Meeting & Luncheon — May 18
• Annual Meeting Available on Zoom
• From Your Social Justice Committee
• Global Healing Circle
• Birthdays

I hope all who mother, whatever that looks like for you, had a wonderful Mother's Day.

Today, I am reflecting on how fast a congregational year goes. This Sunday, we will have our annual meeting celebrating this year of ministry and setting the stage for next year's work. Reflecting on this year highlights a ministry grounded in our UU values of Justice, Equity, Transformation, Pluralism, Interdependence, and Generosity. Our social justice efforts within the congregation and the larger community are growing, and they are so needed in the world right now. The Generosity this congregation has shown in its stewardship and in the activities that contribute to the larger community. We have celebrated and explored our UU theology as the root concepts approached by many faiths, a manifestation of our pluralism, and to guide living in joy. I hope to hear what highlights are most important to you this Sunday.

The Committee on Ministry is seeking feedback from the congregation as part of our Ministerial Review of the shared ministry during Rev. Kathryn’s first year with us. We invite you to share your thoughts by filling out a Ministerial Review form, available in the lobby, and returning it in the box provided by May 18^th. If you would like an electronic version, PLEASE CLICK HERE and send the completed form to UUCRs email or print out a copy and place it in the box in the lobby by May 18^th. You can also scan the completed form and send it to uuofchesterriver@gmail.com.

The UUCR May Potluck will be held at Paula Hubbard's home on May 16^th beginning at 6 PM. Please bring a dish to share.

If you need directions, they are posted on the whiteboard at the church, or you can contact Paula or the UUCR office's email CLICK HERE.

ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING

WILL BE AVAILABLE VIA ZOOM



Several members have requested the Annual Meeting on Sunday, May 18^th after church be available via Zoom. The board considered this and they have approved both viewing and voting be available. If you are interested in ‘zooming’ into the Annual Meeting, please send an email to M.Q. Riding or UUCR uuofchesterriver@gmail.com.

Your Social Justice Committee thanks our congregation for their generous support of our programs this past church year. Special recognition to our new member Dr. Paul Chakroff who shared his environmental expertise with us last month. A summary of our work and donations will be available at the annual meeting.

Currently on exhibition in our sanctuary please enjoy the photographs of the Family Diversity Project. We will be sharing these beautiful stories with other local partners throughout the summer months. See Linda Dutton for more information and with your questions.

Every Sunday • 7:00–8:00 PM EST

Remote • Worldwide • All Energy Modalities Welcome

• All Types of Open-hearted Prayers Welcome

We are calling in Reiki practitioners, energy workers, Prayer Warriors and intuitive healers to join together in a coordinated weekly healing effort. As pain, conflict, and fear rise in the world, so must our response—rooted in compassion, not control. This is a call to amplify peace. To send love, healing, and clarity to global and local situations, leaders, and the people affected by suffering. Together, we can soften the edges of fear and remind humanity of its potential to choose connection over violence.

No matter where you are in the world or what energy or prayer modality you use, you’re invited. Set your intention. Light a candle. Visualize the world in harmony.

Tune in with others from 7–8 PM EST each Sunday via Facebook Live via Deb Reid's account. Friend Deb Reid on Facebook, and you will be able to join. Let’s reweave the field. Together, in light.

#GlobalHealing #ReikiForPeace #EnergyHealersUnite #SundayHealing #SpiritualActivism

MAY

09 | Lynn Dolinger

10 | M.Q. Riding

18 | Nancy Holland

27 | Harry Hart

28 | Betty Kerr

29 | Sydney Brookes

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If we didn't include your birthday, please contact the UUCR office by email