News
RADIOLAB AND PANCAKES IS BACK!
June 18th, 2013Categories: Announcements • News
Radiolab and Pancakes will return right after second service on June 30th! So, get your pancakes, and bring them upstairs to The Founder’s Lounge! Our Radiolab short subject is titled “Solid as a Rock?”. For centuries, philosophers have argued this question, is our reality solid, or a product of our thoughts? Radiolab finds that religion and science are converging on a definitive answer to that question-maybe! So, bring your pancakes and your perspectives for a fun and lively discussion on a question that still puzzles scientists and philosophers! If you have any questions, please contact Cheryl Spoehr.
Weekly e-nUUs, June 12, 2013
June 18th, 2013Categories: Weekly e-nUUs
Rev. Melissa will be attending the Unitarian Universalist Association General Assembly in addition to a number of pre and post meetings from June 17 through 25.
During that time she will be available by cell phone for urgent and time sensitive concerns. She will reply to emails as she is able, but her time on line will be limited.
Worship & Music
Services are held on Sunday mornings at 10:00 and 11:30 through June 30.
Sunday, June 16 That All Should Be Well
Led by the Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Worship Associate Sophie Smith
Dorothea Dix was a leading Unitarian reformer of the 19th century. She worked for improved conditions in prisons and especially for improved treatment and accommodations for people living with mental illness. This morning we’ll look at her work through the lens of Hosea Ballou’s theology of happiness and consider what we might learn from both for our own time.
The Times They Are a Changin’ . . . Again
Throughout the month of July, we will only have one worship services at 10am. Beginning Sunday, August 4, we will return to two services each Sunday held at 9:45 and 11:30 am.
Lifespan Learning
RADIOLAB AND PANCAKES IS BACK!
Radiolab and Pancakes will return right after second service on June 30th! So, get your pancakes, and bring them upstairs to The Founder’s Lounge! Our Radiolab short subject is titled “Solid as a Rock?”. For centuries, philosophers have argued this question, is our reality solid, or a product of our thoughts? Radiolab finds that religion and science are converging on a definitive answer to that question-maybe! So, bring your pancakes and your perspectives for a fun and lively discussion on a question that still puzzles scientists and philosophers! If you have any questions, please contact Cheryl Spoehr.
How Do You Like to Play? Summer RE for Children ~ Preschool through Grade 5
Our summer RE program will be all about play! Starting this Sunday, June 16th, during the first service, we will gather around the chalice, share our joys and concerns and then proceed to play together.
Our goal is to strengthen the community of children and nurture their spirits while having fun together. The RE Committee is actively looking for adults and youth to lead the children in whatever play is important to them. Lots of support and staffing will be provided. Perhaps you’d like to share how you have fun with our awesome children for one hour this summer… We have just five Sundays to fill, so hurry and get on the schedule!
No classes for older youth, but Middle School and High School youth may participate as helpers or attend the worship service. Nursery care will be provided at both service through the summer.
This Sunday we will boogie down! Leah Gillig and helper, Ann VerWiebe will show us how they dance and play! Be prepared to leave your inhibitions at the door! (One of the blessing of our church is that it is a place where we can feel safe and free from judgement ~ even as we boogie down!)
UU Church of Kent is currently seeking a Religious Education Assistant
This 5 hour/week position has just been posted! The RE Assistant will be responsible for supporting the religious education program and the Director of Religious education in carrying out the church school program for children and youth.
The application deadline is June 16th.
More information at: http://www.kentuu.org/
Community Within
We regret to announce that Deb Biggins has resigned as Church Sexton due to her need to focus on school and caring for her parents. We extend our thanks and gratitude to Deb for serving this community for the last 15 months. We are currently searching for a new Sexton and in the meantime, we thank Wendy Mann for agreeing to act as a Sub-Sexton while we proceed with that process.
A Changing of the Chalice Flame Guard!
Many thanks to Brad Bolton, who put in many thankless years as newsletter editor. His tireless efforts and ministry in this area have made a real difference in the life of this congregation and the community, and his absence leaves us with some pretty big shoes to fill.
Our new editor, Saul Flanner, looks forward to bringing his experience and enthusiasm to bear on this vital ministry. All newsletter submissions should be sent to Saul’s attention at [email protected] . The deadline for submissions is the 15th of each month.
UUCK Men’s Group – Join Us!
On June 23, at 1:00 pm in the Sanctuary, Max Grubb will lead a group for men who are interested in participating in a men’s group at the church. This is an opportunity for men to connect and engage each other for support concerning issues and challenges that arise from being male, husband or partner, father and friend in today’s society. Please contact Max if you have any questions.
The Patricia Pownall UU Book Group will be meeting on Tuesday, July 9 at 7 pm in the home Chris Hurlbut. This month we are reading Proof of Heaven: A Neurosurgeon’s Journey into the Afterlife by Eben Alexander. As he lay in a coma, neurosurgeon Eben Alexander explains that he “journeyed beyond this world and encountered an angelic being who guided him into the deepest realms of super-physical existence [where] he met and spoke with the Divine source of the universe … If you have any questions you may contact Bonnie Harper. All are welcome.
Outreach and Social Justice
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Kent is pleased to welcome Gold Star Mother and peace mom Cindy Sheehan and the Tour de Peace to our church on Thursday, June 13th at 7PM. Seven bike riders will stop in Kent on their way from California to Washington, DC. to present their demands for peace to the White House. All area residents are invited to a presentation by and discussion with the Tour de Peace at the UU Church of Kent, 228 Gougler Avenue. Snacks and beverages will be served.
Cindy Sheehan’s son Casey was killed in action in Iraq in April, 2004. The Tour left the cemetery where Casey is buried in Vacaville, California on April 4th. They plan to arrive at Arlington National Cemetery on July 3rd and then ride to the White House. The riders aim
To end wars
To end immunity for U.S. war crimes
To end the suppression of civil rights
To end the use of fossil fuels
To end persecution of whistle blowers
To end partisan apathy and inaction.
For more information about the event in Kent you can contact Vivien Sandlund or Susan Poole.
More information on the tour can be found at: http://www.tourdepeace.org/index.html
Income Generation
As we come to the end of Fiscal Year 2013 on June 30, we’d like to express our appreciation to everyone for their generous support of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Kent. Through your support we have had another successful year of providing ministry, education and fellowship to this community. For those who may still have a FY13 pledge balance to fulfill, we encourage you to do your best to fulfill that commitment.
We are looking forward to continued programming and growth in Fiscal Year 2014 and we appreciate the commitment you have made to the Church that will allow for this. Once again, thank you UU Church of Kent members and friends; You are what makes this faith community outstanding!
A Tired Puppy is a Happy Puppy – June 23, 2013
June 18th, 2013Categories: Announcements • Upcoming Services
Led by Kristina Spaude and Worship Associate Lori McGee – My partner has said this phrase dozens of times in the last few years, and it’s become a mantra of sorts for me. During this service we are going to use this phrase as a lens through which we can understand sources of happiness and explore how we can invite happiness into our lives. While there is no key to happiness, there are many opportunities for it if we are open to them.
That All Should Be Well – June 16, 2013
June 16th, 2013Categories: Previous Services
Led by the Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Worship Associate Sophie Smith
Dorothea Dix was a leading Unitarian reformer of the 19th century. She worked for improved conditions in prisons and especially for improved treatment and accommodations for people living with mental illness. This morning we’ll look at her work through the lens of Hosea Ballou’s theology of happiness and consider what we might learn from both for our own time.
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Last Chance to Take Church Library Survey
June 11th, 2013Categories: News
If you have not yet taken the church library’s survey but would like to, please do so by midnight tonight (June 11). Thank you! The survey is at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/JFM839C.
Weekly e-nUUs, June 5, 2013
June 5th, 2013Categories: Announcements • Weekly e-nUUs
Worship & Music
This Sunday is will be our Annual Service in the Park followed by the Church Picnic – One service @10:00 am @ Plum Creek Park. All are welcome!
Sunday, June 9 Here’s to Happiness!
Led by the Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer, Director of Religious Education Karen Lapidus and Worship Associate Bonnie Harper — Our annual outdoor worship service and picnic will be at Plum Creek Park in Kent (which is at the intersection of Cherry Street and Mogadore Road). We will be meeting at Pavilion #2 for one service only at 10:00 am. Our service will be fully multigenerational; the whole community is invited to worship and play together. Please bring a lawn chair (and maybe an extra to share), a dish to share at the picnic following the service, your own place setting, any games you would like to play during the picnic and anything else you will need to be comfortable. And remember, we will have one service only beginning at 10:00 am! The Church will provide ice water, if you prefer something different, please bring your own beverages.
Lifespan Learning
How Do You Like to Play? Summer RE for Children ~ Preschool through Grade 5
Our summer RE program will be all about play! Each Sunday, during the first service, our plan is to gather around the chalice, share our joys and concerns and then proceed to play together.
Our goal is to strengthen the community of children and nurture their spirits while having fun together. The RE Committee is actively looking for adults and youth to lead the children in whatever play is important to them. Lots of support and staffing will be provided. Perhaps you’d like to share how you have fun with our awesome children for one hour this summer…
No classes for older youth, but Middle School and High School youth may participate as helpers or attend the worship service. Nursery care will be provided at both service through the summer.
UU Church of Kent is currently seeking a Religious Education Assistant
This 5 hour/week position has just been posted! The RE Assistant will be responsible for supporting the religious education program and the Director of Religious education in carrying out the church school program for children and youth. The application deadline is June 16th.
More information at: http://www.kentuu.org/
Community Within
A Changing of the Chalice Flame Guard!
As we thank Brad Bolton for the many, many years of dedicated ministry serving as our newsletter editor for The Chalice Flame, we’d like to welcome Saul Flanner who will now be serving in this position. All items for the newsletter should now be sent to the following email address: [email protected]
Are you ready to become a member of UUCK?
Sunday, June 9 is New Member Sunday. During the service, the congregation will be introduced to, and welcome, our newest members. Have you have been thinking about joining? Would you like to be a part of the service? The Membership book will be available for signing, in the foyer, next Sunday, June 2. Look for Marion Yeagler after both services.
The Library committee would like to thank all those who completed the Library Survey, and urge others who have not done so to click on the Survey Monkey link. The Survey is a short one page and can be completed in less than 3 minutes. The committee would like to have all responses by Tuesday, June 11th. Thank you so much for your help.
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/JFM839C
The Patricia Pownall UU Book Group will be meeting on Tuesday, June 11 at 7 pm in the home of Bonnie Harper. This month we are reading a biography of your choice. Next month we will be reading Proof of Heaven: A Neurosurgeon’s Journey into the Afterlife by Eben Alexander. If you have any questions you may contact Bonnie Harper. All are welcome.
UUCK Men’s Group – Join Us!
On June 23, at 1:00 pm in the Sanctuary, Max Grubb will lead a group for men who are interested in participating in a men’s group at the church. This is an opportunity for men to connect and engage each other for support concerning issues and challenges that arise from being male, husband or partner, father and friend in today’s society. Please contact Max if you have any questions.
Outreach and Social Justice
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Kent is pleased to welcome Gold Star Mother and peace mom Cindy Sheehan and the Tour de Peace to our church on Thursday, June 13th at 7PM. Seven bike riders will stop in Kent on their way from California to Washington, DC. to present their demands for peace to the White House. All area residents are invited to a presentation by and discussion with the Tour de Peace at the UU Church of Kent, 228 Gougler Avenue. Snacks and beverages will be served.
Cindy Sheehan’s son Casey was killed in action in Iraq in April, 2004. The Tour left the cemetery where Casey is buried in Vacaville, California on April 4th. They plan to arrive at Arlington National Cemetery on July 3rd and then ride to the White House. The riders aim
To end wars
To end immunity for U.S. war crimes
To end the suppression of civil rights
To end the use of fossil fuels
To end persecution of whistle blowers
To end partisan apathy and inaction.
For more information about the event in Kent you can contact Vivien Sandlund or Susan Poole.
More information on the tour can be found at: http://www.tourdepeace.org/index.html
Dear Unitarian Universalist Church of Kent,
On behalf of all of our Ohio congregations, we want to give a big “Thank You!” to the many of you who have been witnessing for immigrant justice here in the Buckeye state and immigration reform nationally.
Last week UUA President Rev. Peter Morales went to the Capitol in Washington DC to advocate for compassionate immigration reform and he asked us to join him. The UUA is participating in the Alliance for Citizenship coalition which has identified our Ohio as a key state. And last month, members of the Ohio-Meadville district staff and board visited Sen. Portman’s office to articulate our UU support for immigration reform.
We are asking you to lend your voice to this effort. Please take a minute and call Senators Rob Portman and Sherrod Brown (even if you have done so before) and ask them to support this unique history-making opportunity to fix our broken immigration system. Ask them to support a path to citizenship for the 11 million immigrants living here in the shadows.
The coalition reports that Senators are currently receiving more anti-immigrant than pro-immigrant calls and we need to change that fast!
Please speak out today for justice! We are all in this together!
Rev. Joan Van Becelaere
Ohio-Meadville District Executive
Howard Tolley
Co-Chair UU Justice Ohio
UU Church of Kent Hiring a Religious Education Assistant
June 4th, 2013Categories: News
Announcing an exciting opportunity to support the Religious Education program for children and youth at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Kent, Ohio.
About the UU Church of Kent: We are a vibrant, growing and welcoming congregation located in the historic west side. The church was first gathered in 1866 and throughout its history has played an important role in social justice activities. Our mission states: “Through spirited worship and open-minded religious exploration, our mission is to inspire people to live caring lives of meaning and purpose. We seek to encourage curiosity, strive to create peace and justice, and care for the living Earth with reverence and gratitude.” The Religious Education program serves approximately 100 children aged birth through high school. To find out more, visit www.kentuu.org.
Qualifications: The RE Assistant should have a basic understanding of Unitarian Universalism and be familiar with church and RE settings. Interpersonal skills, confidentiality and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential. The RE Assistant should be able to communicate effectively by telephone and email. Experience working with children of various ages is preferred. An understanding of volunteer support preferred. This position involves work on several levels of the church building. The ability to navigate stairs and lift up to 20 pounds is required. A background check and drug screening will be conducted.
Responsibilities: The RE Assistant is responsible for supporting the religious education program and the Director of Religious education in carrying out the church school program for children and youth.
Hours/Time: This is a 5 hours per week / 50 weeks per year position. Work includes some Sunday mornings, some hours during the week and monthly evening meetings. Flexibility in specific hours worked is included in this position and hours may vary from week to week, but will not exceed an average of 5 hours per week. The rate of pay is $11.85 per hour. The RE Assistant will report directly to the Director of Religious Education.
Preferred Start Date: July 1, 2013
Application Deadline: June 16, 2013
To apply please send cover letter and resume to:
Unitarian Universalist Church of Kent
Attention: Search Committee for RE Assistant Position
228 Gougler Avenue
Kent, OH 44240
or your cover letter and resume may be emailed to: [email protected]
UU Church of Kent Welcomes Tour de Peace! – June 13 @ 7 PM
June 4th, 2013Categories: News • Social Justice
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Kent is pleased to welcome Gold Star Mother and peace mom Cindy Sheehan and the Tour de Peace to our church on Thursday, June 13th at 7PM. Seven bike riders will stop in Kent on their way from California to Washington, DC. to present their demands for peace to the White House. All area residents are invited to a presentation by and discussion with the Tour de Peace at the UU Church of Kent, 228 Gougler Avenue. Snacks and beverages will be served.
Cindy Sheehan’s son Casey was killed in action in Iraq in April, 2004. The Tour left the cemetery where Casey is buried in Vacaville, California on April 4th. They plan to arrive at Arlington National Cemetery on July 3rd and then ride to the White House.
For more information about the event in Kent you can contact Vivien Sandlund at [email protected] or Susan Poole at [email protected].
http://www.tourdepeace.org/index.html
UU Church of Kent Hiring a Religious Education Assistant
June 4th, 2013Categories: Children's RE Announcements • News
Announcing an exciting opportunity to support the Religious Education program for children and youth at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Kent, Ohio.
About the UU Church of Kent: We are a vibrant, growing and welcoming congregation located in the historic west side. The church was first gathered in 1866 and throughout its history has played an important role in social justice activities. Our mission states: “Through spirited worship and open-minded religious exploration, our mission is to inspire people to live caring lives of meaning and purpose. We seek to encourage curiosity, strive to create peace and justice, and care for the living Earth with reverence and gratitude.” The Religious Education program serves approximately 100 children aged birth through high school. To find out more, visit www.kentuu.org.
Qualifications: The RE Assistant should have a basic understanding of Unitarian Universalism and be familiar with church and RE settings. Interpersonal skills, confidentiality and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential. The RE Assistant should be able to communicate effectively by telephone and email. Experience working with children of various ages is preferred. An understanding of volunteer support preferred. This position involves work on several levels of the church building. The ability to navigate stairs and lift up to 20 pounds is required. A background check and drug screening will be conducted.
Responsibilities: The RE Assistant is responsible for supporting the religious education program and the Director of Religious education in carrying out the church school program for children and youth.
Hours/Time: This is a 5 hours per week / 50 weeks per year position. Work includes some Sunday mornings, some hours during the week and monthly evening meetings. Flexibility in specific hours worked is included in this position and hours may vary from week to week, but will not exceed an average of 5 hours per week. The rate of pay is $11.85 per hour. The RE Assistant will report directly to the Director of Religious Education.
Preferred Start Date: July 1, 2013
Application Deadline: June 16, 2013
To apply please send cover letter and resume to:
Unitarian Universalist Church of Kent
Attention: Search Committee for RE Assistant Position
228 Gougler Avenue
Kent, OH 44240
or your cover letter and resume may be emailed to: [email protected]
Here’s to Happiness! – June 9, 2013
June 4th, 2013Categories: Upcoming Services
One service @10:00 am – Led by the Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer, Director of Religious Education Karen Lapidus and Worship Associate Bonnie Harper — Our annual outdoor worship service and picnic will be at Plum Creek Park in Kent (which is at the intersection of Cherry Street and Mogadore Road). We will be meeting at Pavilion #2 for one service only at 10:00 am. Our service will be fully multigenerational; the whole community is invited to worship and play together. Please bring a lawn chair (and maybe an extra to share), a dish to share at the picnic following the service, your own place setting, any games you would like to play during the picnic and anything else you will need to be comfortable. And remember, we will have one service only beginning at 10:00 am!
Happiness is …………June 2, 2013
June 2nd, 2013Categories: Previous Services
Religious Education Sunday and Flower Ceremony
This annual multi-generational worship service is the time for our RE program to shine! Join us as each class presents a special learning from this past church year. We will honor our volunteer teachers, award Boy Scouts with the emblem they have earned and bridge our high school seniors into young adulthood.
Please bring a cut flower or two or three for the Flower Ceremony.
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Weekly e-nUUs, May 29, 2013
May 29th, 2013Categories: Weekly e-nUUs
Annual Meeting: Information Meeting Thursday, May 30 7:00 PM
Voting Meeting Sunday, June 2 12:30 PM
Childcare will be available during both meetings.
Worship & Music
Services are held on Sunday mornings at 10:00 and 11:30.
Sunday, June 2 Happiness is …………
Religious Education Sunday and Flower Ceremony
This annual multigenerational worship service is the time for our RE program to shine! Join us as each class presents a special learning from this past church year. We will honor our volunteer teachers, award Boy Scouts with the emblem they have earned and bridge our high school seniors into young adulthood. Please bring a cut flower or two or three for the Flower Ceremony.
Flower Ceremony on Sunday, June 2nd
During the RE Sunday worship services, we will hold our annual Flower Ceremony, which is a uniquely Unitarian Universalist celebration of diversity, beauty and spring. Everyone should bring a cut flower or two or three with them to church. Our flowers will be gathered in lovely bouquets to adorn our sanctuary.
Lifespan Learning
Facilitation Skills 101
Tuesday, June 4 from 7 to 9pm
Fessenden Hall
Have you ever thought about offering an adult religious exploration experience at the church? Have you ever considered the possibility of becoming a Chalice Group or Food for Thought facilitator? Are you a new committee chair with responsibility for leading meetings? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are invited to join me for an introduction to facilitation skills on Tuesday evening, June 4. This will be a general introduction to facilitation and the skills you learn will be applicable in any context including in your workplace or other community organizations.
Community Within
All welcome to Saturday Membership Team Retreat
The Membership Team is sponsoring a retreat on Saturday, June 1 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm in the Annex. If you have any interest in helping with our ‘Path to Membership’, we would be happy for you to join us. Kathleen Heck, Membership Coordinator at West Shore UU Church will lead the workshop. All ideas are welcome. Please contact Marion Yeagler or Claudia Miller if you would like to attend. Lunch is provided.
Are you ready to become a member of UUCK?
Sunday, June 9 is New Member Sunday. During the service, the congregation will be introduced to, and welcome, our newest members. Have you have been thinking about joining? Would you like to be a part of the service? The Membership book will be available for signing, in the foyer, next Sunday, June 2. Look for Marion Yeagler after both services.
The Library committee would like to thank all those who completed the Library Survey, and urge others who have not done so to click on the Survey Monkey link. The Survey is a short one page and can be completed in less than 3 minutes. The committee would like to have all responses by Tuesday, June 11th. Thank you so much for your help.
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/JFM839C
The Patricia Pownall UU Book Group will be meeting on Tuesday, June 11 at 7 pm in the home of Bonnie Harper. This month we are reading a biography of your choice. Next month we will be reading Proof of Heaven: A Neurosurgeon’s Journey into the Afterlife by Eben Alexander. If you have any questions you may contact Bonnie Harper. All are welcome.
For those who would like to send cards or notes expressing your condolences to Tom Myers’ family, please contact the Church Office for the addresses.
Outreach and Social Justice
Dear Unitarian Universalist Church of Kent,
On behalf of all of our Ohio congregations, we want to give a big “Thank You!” to the many of you who have been witnessing for immigrant justice here in the Buckeye state and immigration reform nationally.
Last week UUA President Rev. Peter Morales went to the Capitol in Washington DC to advocate for compassionate immigration reform and he asked us to join him. The UUA is participating in the Alliance for Citizenship coalition which has identified our Ohio as a key state. And last month, members of the Ohio-Meadville district staff and board visited Sen. Portman’s office to articulate our UU support for immigration reform.
We are asking you to lend your voice to this effort. Please take a minute and call Senators Rob Portman and Sherrod Brown (even if you have done so before) and ask them to support this unique history-making opportunity to fix our broken immigration system. Ask them to support a path to citizenship for the 11 million immigrants living here in the shadows.
The coalition reports that Senators are currently receiving more anti-immigrant than pro-immigrant calls and we need to change that fast!
Please speak out today for justice! We are all in this together!
Rev. Joan Van Becelaere
Ohio-Meadville District Executive
Howard Tolley
Co-Chair UU Justice Ohio
Income Generation
Book Sale:
Once again we had a successful Book Sale, Bake Sale & Lunch Sale. We were able to net a little bit over $500! We could not have done this without the help of the Library committee who took shifts on Friday May 3rd to help us set up.
We are pleased to report that due to the successful nature of this event and the fact that the Fundraising Committee has already exceeded its goal for the 2012/2013 fiscal year we have decided to donate $200 to the Library Committee and $50 to the Children’s library from this event.
Thank you everyone who came out and helped or bought books or supported this event in any way. We truly appreciate your efforts.
Tupperware Sale:
Our Tupperware fundraiser was also a big hit and we were able to raise over $330 for the church! To everyone who bought Tupperware or showed the book to their family and friends, thank you! Your orders will be at church over the next couple weeks during coffee hour.
Your Fundraising Committee
The Angel of the Battlefield – May 26, 2013
May 26th, 2013Categories: Previous Services
Led by the Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Worship Associate Justin Czekaj - This Memorial Day weekend we will return again to the story of Clara Barton, founder of the American Red Cross. Barton devoted her life to tending the needs of soldiers. How are we tending the needs of soldiers and their families today and caring for veterans and their families when they finally return home?
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June Chalice Flame
May 24th, 2013Categories: Announcements • Chalice Flame • News
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June 2013 Sermon Topics
May 23rd, 2013Categories: Upcoming Services
2 June Happiness is …………
Religious Education Sunday and Flower Ceremony - This annual multigenerational worship service is the time for our RE program to shine! Join us as each class presents a special learning from this past church year. We will honor our volunteer teachers, award Boy Scouts with the emblem they have earned and bridge our high school seniors into young adulthood. Please bring a cut flower or two or three for the Flower Ceremony.
9 June Here’s to Happiness!
One service @10:00 am
Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer, Director of Religious Education Karen Lapidus and Worship Associate Bonnie Harper - Our annual outdoor worship service and picnic will be at Plum Creek Park in Kent (which is at the intersection of Cherry Street and Mogadore Road). We will be meeting at Pavilion #2 for one service only at 10:00 am. Our service will be fully multigenerational; the whole community is invited to worship and play together.
Please bring a lawn chair (and maybe an extra to share), a dish to share at the picnic following the service, your own place setting, any games you would like to play during the picnic and anything else you will need to be comfortable. And remember, we will have one service only beginning at 10:00 am!
16 June That All Should Be Well
Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Worship Associate Sophie Smith – Dorothea Dix was a leading Unitarian reformer of the 19th century. She worked for improved conditions in prisons and especially for improved treatment and accommodations for people living with mental illness. This morning we’ll look at her work through the lens of Hosea Ballou’s theology of happiness and consider what we might learn from both for our own time.
23 June A Tired Puppy is a Happy Puppy
Kristina Spaude and Worship Associate Lori McGee – My partner has said this phrase dozens of times in the last few years, and it’s become a mantra of sorts for me. During this service we are going to use this phrase as a lens through which we can understand sources of happiness and explore how we can invite happiness into our lives. While there is no key to happiness, there are many opportunities for it if we are open to them.
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