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Weekly Communicator
March 3, 2022
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Disabilities: Inclusion, Accessibility, and Identity
Join guest speaker, Pey Carter, as they talk about their journey from able-bodied to disabled as well as disability theology and how congregations can be more inclusive and accessible to everyone.
Pey Carter is a 3rd year seminary student at Iliff School of Theology and will be graduating with a M.Div. with a concentration in social justice and ethics this June. Their focus in school and in ministry is storytelling and narrative justice as well as accessibility and inclusion for all. They are in candidate status with the UUA. Pey has been an advocate for over 10 years and enjoys sharing her experiences as a disabled queer person. They are also a parent to 2 wonderful children and a U.S. Army veteran. Pey has an Etsy store called Love Action Art and a new podcast with the same name. They have a B.A. in Sociology with a focus in Family Studies and a minor in Psychology from Winona State University, Winona, MN.
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Dear UUCFM Congregation,
With great rejoicing, we are pleased to report that Lee County’s COVID risk level has continued to improve, and we’re now ready to return to worship services in our Sanctuary on March 13! In-person attendees will be required to wear masks and remain socially distant, in compliance with our re-opening guidance, found by clicking here. We’ll maintain our Zoom broadcast for those who aren’t able to join in-person.
As always, reach out to me with any questions at UUCFMPresident@UUCFM.org or 239-222-9406.
Yours in Growth,
Lane Cook
President, UUCFM Board of Trustees
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Please send all newsletter articles by
12pm Wednesday for publication in Thursday's newsletter.
Send articles to newsletter@uucfm.org
**Please do not send requests to the office manager email**
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Starting Point
Come, come whoever you are,
Wonderer, wanderer, lover of leaving,
Ours is no caravan of despair,
Come yet again come
You are invited to "Starting Point" Journey Group
a four week curriculum for new members and those curious about Unitarian Universalism, and for not so new members who would enjoy a refresher and accompany our new members on this journey.
Four Sessions: Beginning Feb. 20, 2022 through March 13, 2022. Sundays, at 2:00PM in Hobart Hall. Please wear a mask, and social distance.
Week One: Sharing Our Stories and Spiritual Roadmaps
Week Two: The Unitarian Universalist Journey & The Journey of our Church/Congregation
Week Three: Our Journey Together: The Three Paths of Unitarian Universalism, Part One
Week Four: The Three Paths of Unitarian Universalism, Part Two & Finding Your Journey Group
For more information please contact
Marge Gonzalez: margaretgonzalez@me.com
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On March 30, join the UUA Commission on Social Witness for their Spring Social Witness Convening to organize, collaborate, and find support for your congregation's work on recent social justice statements as well as plan for justice-making in 2022. | |
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Reintroducing the UUCFM
Committee on Shared Ministry
General Purpose: The Committee on Shared Ministry (CoSM) serves the congregation by objectively observing and subsequently reporting on the functioning of the congregation’s various ministries. Appointed by the Board, the CoSM consists of three members who will serve for three years and our Lay Ministers, until we have a minister.
The CoSM offers a balcony view of UUCFM's ministries and will review how the congregation is managing current problems and congregant recommendations, based on research and understanding of healthy congregational systems. The CoSM will not generally make recommendations on how to make improvements; that is the function of the ministries, staff and Board.
Observations by the CoSM and the congregation, both positive and those suggesting improvement will be noted. The CoSM will attempt to anticipate the consequences of scheduled changes. It will attempt to observe and clarify any systemic power and role conflicts. The CoSM may act as an objective liaison for members who request assistance with communication and conflict resolution in face-to-face exchanges.
Communicating with the CoSM: If you have a concern about the congregation’s ministries or you are involved in a congregational conflict, please send an email with the details to Diane Buckley dineby@aol.com, Leslie Gatto gatto.leslie@gmail.com, Mary Cline Golbitz Mary@uucfm.org, Alberita Johnson Albie@uucfm.org or Helen Leddy helen.leddy@gmail.com. Anonymous feedback will not be noted.
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On March 7, we'll discuss Ch. 6 & 7 of Invisible Women: Data Biased in a World Designed for Men by C.C. Perez.
We have two online sitting practices each week for you. We practice mindfulness and discuss a reading.
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LIFE for Justice!
This year Lee Interfaith for Empowerment continues its push for much needed affordable housing in Fort Myers. The annual Nehemiah Action, March 15 at 7:00 PM. It will be at Mount Hermon, 2856 Douglas St. This event will also be streamed online. When it comes to social justice, the various denominations of our area are united, and there is strength in numbers. Justice for LIFE!
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Community Sharing in March:
Early Learning Coalition of SW Florida
Our mission is to enhance the quality of children’s lives by providing families, early childhood educators, care-givers and community partners in Collier, Glades, Hendry and Lee Counties, with opportunities to positively impact the future.
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60th Anniversary Pave the Way Fundraiser Update | An anonymous donor has put us over 80 bricks sold with "Be Kind & Play Nice" for Bill Petrarca. They are loving reminders for who we are, and who we have been. Do consider adding your names and thoughts. | | | |
The Bill Brewer Family Gardens | |
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UPDATE
In the interest of Social Justice, our gardens are reporting a total of 641 pounds of produce donated to St. Martin de Porres Outreach and the Cypress Lake Food Bank so far this season, to address local food insecurity. We have also dedicated three beds to Cultivate Abundance, a non profit devoted to helping farm workers in Immokalee. Sadly those who harvest our food do not have enough to put food on their own tables.
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60 Years - Standing Strong
Writing is underway for our 60th anniversary play, "60 Years - Standing Strong". It's been 60 years since June 20, 1961 when UUCFM received its Charter from the UUA. Reflection interviews are being collected by Hank Nash and Margaret Ramus. The more ideas and reflections the better. We are building on the 40th Anniversary Play produced in 2002. To be part of this effort, contact 60th Play Coordinator, Suzanne Ziemer, suzanneziemer@gmail.com, 239-463-9020.
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The MACC
The Music and Arts Community Center
2021 - 2022
Season Tickets
The GCS comprises the Gulf Coast Symphony, the Gulf Coast Chamber Orchestra, the Gulf Coast Jazz Collective, and the Music & Arts Community Center (MACC). This year over 100 programs will be offered that present the best in classical music, jazz, world music, dance, opera, film and musical theater.
Ticket prices range from $24 - $44
As you know, there's not a bad seat in the house!
Tickets and seat choice can be purchased online or at the door.
For more info visit
gulfcoastsymphony.org
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