ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR NOVEMBER 16, 2014:
NEXT SERVICE: Sunday, November 23: From You I Receive, To You I Give Today we lift up in thankfulness all that we have been given, and celebrate all that we may give back. This is a service for all ages. Rev. Celie Katovitch.
NEXT DROP-IN DISCUSSION: Sunday, November 23: World Peace is Inevitable. These days we have drones, military contracts and a terrorist under the bed of every elected official. Hank Stone will present a case for empowering ourselves by reframing the war/peace question to help us achieve the future we want.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: Kids ages four and older join us every week in the sanctuary for the first portion of our worship service. Children's Worship begins after the Message for All Ages. Nursery care for babies and younger children is on the second floor provided throughout the service. We also have seating in our second floor foyer, where parents can hold their little ones and listen to the service via speaker.
ARE YOU NEW TO FIRST UNIVERSALIST? Have you come a few times and want to find out more about Unitarian Universalism and our congregation? Then stop by the Welcome Table in the Clara Barton Lounge during coffee hour. You'll find friendly folks there every Sunday who are eager to talk with you!
INSTALLATION CEREMONY of Reverend Celie Katovich is today, Sunday, November 16, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. in the sanctuary at First Universalist Church. A reception will follow the service in the Clara Barton Lounge.
SOCIAL JUSTICE PLATE OFFERING is todaySunday, November 16.The collection will benefit House of Mercy, an organization working to provide (among other things) a homeless sanctuary for those displaced from the Civic Center Garage.
FRIDAY NIGHT COZY SUPPER: November 21, 5:30 pm in the Clara Barton Lounge. Supper, with a vegan option, is provided. This session will focus on the UUA's sixth principle: The goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice for all. Sign up on the bulletin board in the Clara Barton Lounge, or contact Kathy Russell 585-544-2643 or [email protected]. Your RSVP/Sign Up will allow us to prepare appropriately. Child-friendly activities exploring this principle will be arranged if you make a request one week in advance.
BOOK GROUP: Sunday November 30 AT 12:15 pm in the Adult Lounge. We'll discuss "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline. This is a novel about a search for family which takes the reader on an historical journey starting in NYC and continuing to points west. All are welcome. It would be helpful to have read the book but not necessary. See or e-mail Sarah Singal([email protected]) or Shirley Bond ([email protected])
NURSERY: Help is needed in the nursery on Sunday mornings.If you're interested, please contact Carol.
SHOP TIL YOU DROP: An annual fundraiser to benefit RAIHN (an affiliate of Family Promise, Helping Homeless Families Achieve Sustainable Independence), Tuesday, Dec 2, 5-9 pm. Participating stores: Benucci's Italian Restaurant, One World Goods, Hobby House Toys, and Stefan Otter Fine Art Jewelers; all in Pittsford Plaza.
PEACE VIGIL: Weekly, Sunday Noon-to-1 PM, at Goodman Street & East Ave. Your choice of peaceful signs to hold, if you will. Just show up or contact Hal Bauer.
OUR (PAPER) OUTLOOK, NOW IN COLOR! The monthly newsletter, often referred to as the Paper Outlook, is available online. You can view it by going to the Learn More box of our website and clicking on the Monthly Newsletter link.
EASTMAN LUNCHTIME CONCERT SERIES: Beginning October 23, concerts will be held each Thursdays at 12:15. They are free and open to the public.
A CARING COMMITTEE REMINDER: When a family member enters the hospital, needs emergency meals, needs transportation to church, or wants home visits; please contact Ruth Fitzgerald [email protected] 225-0555,or Eileen Fernandez, [email protected].
HEARING LOOP IN SANCTUARY: Please use the T setting on your hearing aid or see an usher for a receiver.
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