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Courage to Be
Rev. Abhi Janananchi
10:30 AM Sunday, October 11
in-person and online at bit.ly/sundayservicelive
National Coming Out Day invites us to consider what it means to be fully ourselves, and the kind of community we must become so that belonging never requires hiding part of who we are.
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Quiet Callings with Rev. Abhi Janamanchi
9:30-10:15 am in the Chalice House
This in-person space provides an opportunity for quiet gathering with music, meditation, and community.
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Share the Plate: Vikalp Women's Group
Since 1996 Vikalp Women's Group in Baroda, Gujarat, India has worked alongside rural and tribal communities, across gender, class, caste, and region, to advance the rights of women and LGBTQ+ people, from crisis shelter and legal help to health care and livelihoods. Through Sabrang, their collective, queer women and trans people across Gujarat can find each other and feel safe. On a weekend when we celebrate the courage to come out, Vikalp's intersectional approach shows us what our UU value of interdependence looks like in practice. Rev. Abhi recently visited them and invites us to support their work. Thank you for your generosity.
You may give online (now with Google Pay), via Paypal, by texting 'CLUUC $[Amount]" to 73256, or by mailing it to Cedar Lane.
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Children and Youth on Sunday Morning
Children and Youth in PreK and up start in the Sanctuary to take part in the Glitter Blessing
Nursery (Rm 22- New location): Our youngest UUs explore & socialize with Sarah & Jessica
PreK/K (Rm 3): Exploring Buddhism
1st Grade (Rm 34): Homes in Nature; Reading "The Carrot Seed"
2nd/3rd (Rm 30-31): Honoring Indigenous People with "We Are Water Protectors"
4th/5th (Rm 32-33): Reflecting on "Changemaker" Harriet Tubman
6th/7th (Rm 2): Complete Covenant & Signing Ceremony; Religious questions
8th Grade OWL Our Whole Lives Sexuality (Rm 4): The Language of Sexuality
Youth Group (Rm 5): Reflecting on the monthly theme of "Courage"
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Writing Alone and Together
Thursdays now through December 17, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm on zoom
Take some time to slow down, reflect, and connect with others in a welcoming, supportive setting. Each gathering explores the spiritual theme of the month and invites you to spend a few quiet moments journaling and listening to your own thoughts. tinyurl.com/CL26Writing
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Friday Night Flourish
Friday, Oct. 9 6:00 - 9:00 pm in the Chalice House
Fiber Arts as a Spiritual Practice: Bring your knitting, crocheting, or another fiber arts project, or learn something new with the help of experienced teachers. Beginners are warmly welcome, and all materials will be provided. Save your spot at tinyurl.com/CL26OctFNF
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Parent and Caregivers Night Out
Friday, Oct. 9 6:00 - 9:00 pm in Room 32 - 33
The second Friday of each month, leave the kids with our caretakers and enjoy a night off! In October, we're exploring Fiber Arts for all ages, and we have the strings to prove it. Sign up at tinyurl.com/CL26OctPCNO
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Intro to Forest Bathing
Sunday Oct. 11, 1:00 - 3:00 pm, meet outside the Chalice House
Slow down and reconnect with nature. Join naturalist and Certified Forest Therapy Guide Ana Ka’ahanui for a gentle and restorative introduction to forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku. More details and registration at tinyurl.com/CLForestBathing
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Membership 101: Explore Cedar Lane
Sunday, Oct. 11, 12–1:30pm in the Chalice House
Curious about what membership means at Cedar Lane? Join us for an informal, welcoming conversation about membership, community, and finding your place here. Whether you've been coming for a few weeks or a few years, you're welcome. https://qrs.ly/ExploreCL
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Alliance Used Jewelry Sale
Sunday, Oct. 11 before and after service
Lots of wonderful jewelry, including many artisanal silver pendants with semi-precious stones! Before and after service. Cash preferred; credit and debit cards, and Venmo are accepted.
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Towards Peace, Justice, and Ecology
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2:00 - 4:00 pm in the Chalice House
Integrating social analysis and Buddhist philosophy, this talk explores the roots of the global crisis and an alternative path toward peace, justice, and ecological sustainability. Save a seat at tinyurl.com/CL26TowardsPeace
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Inquirers Series: Worship and the Congregational Year
Sunday, Oct. 18, 12:00 - 1:30 pm in the Chalice House
Curious about Cedar Lane and Unitarian Universalism? Explore how and why we worship as we do, the rhythms of our congregational year, and what's ahead at Cedar Lane. This session led by Rev. Abhi Janamanchi. https://qrs.ly/Inquirers
Inquirers is a drop-in series—you can come to one session or several!
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Trunk or Treat
Sunday, Nov. 1 After service
Cedar Lane invites you to a spooktacular community celebration: Trunk or Treat! Bring your family, wear your costumes, and enjoy safe, family-friendly trick-or-treating — right from car to car!
Decorate a trunk, donate candy, or just have fun! RVSP here: tinyurl.com/CL26TrunkOrTreat to join the fun.
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Texture, Technique, Tradition Come Alive
A Member and Friends Fiber Art Show Opening on Sunday November 8
Coming at our first Fiber Art Show is a whimsical Turtle Wall Hanging, a Garter Stitch Throw with yarn that has been spun, dyed and knit by the artist, a dress with beautifully embroidered sleeves, a Wisteria design done in counted cross stitch and more. It's not too late to submit your work. Go to cedarlane.org/arts for more information and to submit your work. Thank you for participating in this exciting exhibit.
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Concerts at Cedar Lane: Chamber Players of the DMV
Saturday, Nov. 11, 7:30-9:00 pm
An evening of delightful music performed by musicians from the American Federation of Musicians (Washington D.C. Union Local 161-710), many of whom have faced challenges to their livelihoods during the closing of the the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
Learn more and reserve your seat at cedarlane.org/concerts
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Cedar Lane joins NO KINGS Vote Early rally
Cedar Laners will join the NO KINGS VOTE EARLY rally Saturday, October 17. Voting early, makes our voices heard on our own terms. 10:30 am: Gather at the corner of Rockville and Marinelli Rd in Rockville. 11:00 am: Walk to the rally at 5500 Marinelli Rd.
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Candidate Action for an Affordable Maryland
Sunday, October 18, 2:45 - 4:30 pm at First Baptist Church of Guilford, 7504 Oakland Mills Rd, Columbia, MD
Meet candidates for MD elective offices. We'll ask them how they will make MD affordable, sustainable and safe. Register here: tinyurl.com/maryland1018
Questions? Want more information? Email AIM@Cedarlane.org
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Save the Date! All-Congregation Luncheon on November 15
Mark your calendar for a buffet luncheon right after the service. It's one of several gatherings marking Cedar Lane's 75th anniversary year, and everyone is invited. More details to come..
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75 years of Memories, Moments and Stories
The celebration of our 75th anniversary year includes you and your experiences! We are collecting memories from Cedar Lane member and would love to hear from you! Write a personal recollection of Cedar Lane or a brief history of a program or event you were involved in. Send memories to anniversary@cedarlane.org.
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Pride, History & Courage
October is LGBTQ+ History Month, a time to celebrate achievements and contributions of the LGBTQ+ community and the trailblazers whose bravery helped shape the movement for equality. This month, we celebrate National Coming Out Day on October 11 and highlight an LGBTQ+ pioneer whose courage moved us forward.
Please join us in exploring inspiring stories, powerful resources, and educational materials throughout October that deepen understanding and spark pride.
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An Update from the Grounds Ministry Team
You may notice some changes happening in the Memory Garden. In October, weather permitting, another section will be added to the Memory Wall, increasing the capacity by 50%. An experienced stonemason will do the expansion and we are confident that the new section will match the two that are already there. In addition, we are renewing several of the garden beds. They have been the same for many years due to budget constraints, while the trees in the area have grown and the conditions for healthy plants have changed. We are confident that over the coming years the renewals will help return the garden to the beauty it was when initially planted.
We also want to let you know that we will be removing two very large old trees from the grounds. We (and our arborists) are dedicated to preserving trees whenever possible, but both of these trees present an imminent danger to our campus. They have both lost major limbs recently and it would be dangerous to leave them standing. We will leave snags (tree trunks) 10’ tall, which will host many creatures In the coming years.
Finally, our campus has recently been designated as a Certified Wildlife Sanctuary by the National Wildlife Federation. The sign is located in the Welcome Garden.
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LQBTQIA+ Justice Ministry Minutes
Are you interested in the work of the LGBTQIA+ Justice Ministry Team? Check out their most recent meeting minutes by clicking here.
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Voices and Visions: Palestinian Artists Celebrate Their Homeland
Saturday, October 17, from 4:30-6:00 at Hyattsville Mennonite Church - Join Palestinian artists as they raise their voices in song and poetry! Event will be emceed by Zeteo journalist Mohammad Abdelbary. RSVP here.
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Online Monday Meditation class
Every Monday from 7:30 -8:30pm on Zoom
This drop-in meditation class focuses on finding peace of mind and stress reduction through the teachings of the Buddha on mindfulness and compassion. Contact Carole Rogentine at meditation@cedarlane.org for more information and to join on zoom.
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Sunday Flower Dedications
Did you know you can dedicate a Sunday service flower arrangement in honor or memory of a family member, significant other or friend, or in celebration of an event? Sign-up for a date here.
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Alliance Book Club 1st Fridays from 11am-1pm in the library
Alliance Bridge Club Tuesdays 10am-noon in the Fellowship Hall
Alliance Luncheon 2nd Thursdays 11:30-2 in the Fellowship Hall
Diverse Voices book club 4th Tuesdays of each month, 7:00pm on Zoom
Fiber Arts Club Fridays, 2-4pm, online; register to receive the Zoom link
Journeywomen - 1st and 3rd Sundays at 9am in room 3 Resumes on September 20
Meditation Online Class Mondays, 7:30pm, on Zoom
Men's Group 2nd & 4th Saturdays, 8:30-10:30am on Zoom
Science & Religion Group Mondays, 10am-noon, online
8PEG monthly meeting 3rd Saturday of each month, on zoom
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Did you know you can become a member at any time by virtually signing the book?
Please contact Rev. Abhi Janamanchi at ajanamanchi@cedarlane.org if you would like to know more.
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Lulu in the leaves with her ball
Rock art by Jean Schaible
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