THIS SUNDAY'S VIRTUAL SERVICE
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Sunday, June 21,
Rev. Sue Browning,
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Is Dismantling Racism Possible?
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Since George Floyd's death, many have boldly declared that systemic racism is real, is pervasive, and needs to end. Yet, just declaring we wish racism were not so does not make change happen. Join Rev. Sue Browning for this virtual service where together we will explore the difficult, long-term work needed to bring about change.
To view this service (it will be uploaded by Sunday morning), click
here
to go to the UUCR's Youtube channel. You may also go to the church's webpage,
https://uuchesterriver.org/
, and find the service by clicking on the tab at the bottom of the "Keeping In Touch" column on the left side of the page.
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Join Us for Coffee Hour on Sunday!
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Do you miss UU “Communion," i.e., “coffee hour,” after Sunday service? Why not take part in a session this coming Sunday?
Please note: Summer Zoom Discussions coming from UUFE are scheduled at 11:00 a.m. while those from UUCR at 10:00 a.m. Each of these sessions is followed by a "Coffee Hour".
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JUNE BIRTHDAYS
Rob Warner, June 6
Linda Dutton, June 8
Lynn Geisert, June 9
Meghan Ferster, June 11
Jan Whitney, June 11
Jane Hardy, June 15
Dean Tully, June 29
We want to help celebrate your birthday! If we didn't include your June birthday, please contact Jan Whitney at
UUCR email
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UPCOMING VIRTUAL SERVICES
June 28, Nancy Holland, Summer Zoom Discussion, "
The Gift of Having an Exit Plan"
July 5, Pat Bjorke, Summer Zoom Discussion. topic to be announced.
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Bites—
nourishing spirit-filled families one bite at a time
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Family Reflection, Prayer or Grace
We give thanks for this amazing day,
For the leaping greenly of trees,
And a blue true dream of sky,
And for everything that is YES.
Reflection: Find what is YES about today. Where can we find YES in a NO kind of day?
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This Weekend: Two Community Events on Racism
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Friday, June 19, 5 - 8 p.m.: "We Stand Day of Agreement" at Fountain Park in Chestertown. We as a community are making a call to action. Let the Town of Chestertown be the place where we as a community make an agreement to STAND! WE STAND against oppression, WE STAND against injustice and WE STAND against racism.
WE STAND as a community TOGETHER!
Organized By: the BlackUnion of Kent County
Sponsored by: The Town of Chestertown, Bayside Hoyas, River Arts, James Taylor Lynching Remembrance Coalition and Chesapeake Heartland.
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From Your
Social Concerns/Social Justice Committee
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RACIAL JUSTICE - WHAT CAN WE DO NOW?
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In an ongoing effort to support efforts in our community to combat racism and stand for justice, the Social Concerns Social Justice team will be offering weekly opportunities for your consideration. While we will be working on our congregation's response, there are many activities being sponsored by other groups in the community which we can strengthen with our participation. Here are just a few:
Join us this weekend for two events, one Friday night, the We Stand event in Fountain Park, and the other a rally and caravan to Annapolis - see just above for all the details.
- WE STAND Day of Agreement. Friday, June 19, 5 to 8 p.m. Fountain Park. Organized by the Black Union of Kent County as a call to action to unite our community against oppression, injustice and racism. Sponsored by: The Town of Chestertown, Bayside HOYAS, Chestertown River Arts, James Taylor Lynching Remembrance CoalItion and Chesapeake Heartland: An African American Humanities Project.
- Join the Social Action Committee for Racial Justice (SACRJ) in their 100 Days of Action, SACracialjustice@gmail.com. Starting this week, Twenty Challenges for White People. Stay tuned!
- Coming next week: White Pledge "challenging people of Kent County to sign on to become visible anti-racists and true white allies." Also, Kent County News new series: Letters to the editor on black issues by black residents.
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UUA General Assembly Service Discussion
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What Does Our Faith Ask of Us?
Annually Unitarian Universalists have a national gathering to inspire and challenge one another. This year's General Assembly ("GA") will be held from June 24 to June 28 as a fully virtual gathering. UUCR members may be interested in watching a recording of the GA Sunday worship service.
For those interested in reflecting on this GA worship service we will hold an evening Zoom meeting on Monday, June 29 from
7 - 8 p.m.
Details to watch the recorded service and for the Zoom meeting will be sent out closer to the events.
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Opportunity to "Attend" UUA General Assembly 2020
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This year the annual UU General Assembly (GA) will be held as a virtual conference from June 24-28. The registration fee for the virtual conference is $150, which is notably less that the past fee for the in person conferences. The theme for GA 2020 is "Rooted, Inspired, & Ready"! If you are interested in learning more about GA, check out the
UUA website.
Anyone is welcome to attend. UUCR is open to paying for registration for up to two attendees. If you are interested in representing UUCR as one of its delegates or have questions about GA, please be in touch with Rev. Sue at
Email
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Last Sunday's Virtual Service
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From Sunday, June 14,
"When We Need Music"
As we close out the traditional church year (which has been anything but traditional), all are invited to join us for spiritual renewal at UUFE's annual Music Sunday service. This virtual service, led by UUFE's Music Director
Ellen Barry Grunden, will include musical contributions from many in our community.
Deep gratitude for
Words and Music
from Nevin Dawson, Dick Doughty, Philip Dutton, Nick Grunden, Jack Harrard, Dick Hogle, Doug Jurrias, Bozena Lamparska, Beth Lawton, Dave Moore, Susan Moore, Eamon Peach, Jenn Rhian, Patty Rubin, Carol Steffy, Nina Wahl, and Ellie Walter. Our grateful thanks as well to the
Tech and Communications Team
of
John Ramsey, David Biehler, Don Barker, Mark Peach, Bozena Lamparska, Jim Lavin, Jane Hardy, Jan Whitney and Bill Browning
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Pastoral Care & Connection
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We are here for you! We will focus on staying directly connected with our members and friends, especially those who may need assistance or support. The caring teams from our congregation is staying in touch, but if you need to reach out, please be in touch with any of the contacts below to stay connected (and see additional contacts below for RE families).
Please know your congregation is here. We can help you find connections. Please don't hesitate to reach out and let us know what is helpful for you in this time.
Rev. Sue Browning, and the Pastoral Care Associates: Kevin Brien, Gayle Folger, Nancy Holland, and
Vida Morley
or for more information, contact:
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Unitarian Universalists of the Chester River
914 Gateway Drive, Chestertown, MD 21620
Phone: (410) 778-3440
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