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Weekly Announcements Feb. 5th - Feb.12th, 2019

2/5/2019

 
What's happening at the UUCG?
Feb. 5th - Feb. 12th, 2018

 

Community Events this Week
Sam Henline Memorial Reception / Lasagna Luncheon
We will be accepting donations through the month of February to go toward funding the reception following Sam's Memorial on Feb. 10th @ 2 pm.  A basket will be available at Sunday Services or please contact Margaret in the office.

Immediately following the service on February 10th, we will be offering a Lasagna Luncheon.  This is also the same day as the Memorial for Sam Henline, which will be held later in the day at 2 PM at Trinity Episcopal Church in Greeley.   This will allow us time together to reminisce about Sam, especially if you will be unable to attend the memorial service.  Julie Miller has offered to provide the lasagna - both meat and vegetable choices.  Please bring a salad, dessert, or something you would like to share.  If you have any questions please contact Margaret at 970-351-6751 or office_manager@greeleyuuc.org


Fermenting Spirituality
Last month, nine people participated in our conversation at St. Patrick’s Pub. We discussed Community. Please join us on February 11th, at 6:00 pm, as we discuss the theme of Love. Your viewpoint and participation would be valued.


Social Justice Circle

The Social Justice Committee is recruiting new members. Anyone interested in joining our church's commitment to social justice and working with other members and the ministry is encouraged to contact co-chairs: Hollis Berendt (hollisbeth28@gmail.com) and Ana Schultz (ana.schultz@yahoo.com)
Next Meeting Feb. 12th, 2019 @ 10am - 11:30am. 

Refugee 101 / Volunteer Training:  This is the first step to volunteering with our refugee programs. During this session you will learn about the current refugee situation and what it takes to get involved. 
         Wednesday February 6th from 6:30pm - 8:00pm.
         LFSRM Refugee & Asylee Office
         1102 5th St. Greeley, CO 80631


Quiz for a Cause Trivia Nights: 
Free to play and beer to be won! $1.00 per pint sold will go towards helping refugees in our very own Greeley community! Donations will also be accepted! 
        Wednesday February 13th and 27th from 6:00-8:00pm
        Green Earth Brewing Co.
        725 10th st. Greeley, CO 80631


Valentines Day - Feb 14th, 2019 
 


Chalice Arts
The month’s display of Tibetan Buddhist artwork in the sanctuary is provided by Janelle Helling, (aka Konchog Pema Khandro.) Pieces seen here have been collected over many years, from Tibet, India, Bhutan and Thailand. Framed prints are reproduced from Asian originals and from the Lama’s posts on Facebook.




Social Justice Committee
The Social Justice Committee is recruiting new members. Anyone interested in joining our church's commitment to social justice and working with other members and the ministry is encouraged to contact co-chairs: Hollis Berendt (
hollisbeth28@gmail.com) and Ana Schultz (ana.schultz@yahoo.com)




Worship This Week
Sunday, Feb. 10th - “All You Need´
Rev. Aaron Norris
The Psalmists John, Paul, George and Ringo once famous sung "All you need is Love!" In our month of Love, Rev. Norris will have us put that idea to the test in this exploration service. We will explore various ideas and aspects of Love and ask whether, if we agree that Love is the answer, exactly what kind of love are we talking about. 
RE: Chapel Valentines for Refugees

 
Other News and Reminders

Living Generously
Our February designated organizations for are: 
1)  The UNC Collaborative Music Program which has established the Sam Henline Memorial Scholarship.  Besides donating to our plate, you may also choose to give to the scholarship by visiting:  – htttps://
unco.everydayhero.com/us/sam-henline-memorial 
2)  The Immigrant and Refugee Center of Northern Colorado.  The Immigrant and Refugee Center of Northern Colorado provides English as a Second Language training, Community Navigation services, and advocacy for immigrants and refugees living in the area.


 
Build Your Own Theology I (a UU way to do Adult Education)
Rev. Norris will be again teaching the third Tuesdays for nine sessions starting February 19 at 6:00pm. Everyone over 16 and over is welcome. Please sign up by sending an email to Rev. Norris at 
minister@greeleyuuc.org to save your spot. “Based on the assumption that everyone is their own theologian, this classic UU adult education program invites participants to develop their own personal credos, the fundamental religious beliefs, values, and convictions that inform and direct of their lives. [The sessions] pose five developmental tasks in which participants come to terms with human nature, ultimate reality, history, ethics and religious meaning. Begins with an introduction to our seven UU principles.” -Rev. Dr. Richard S. Gilbert, Course Author”.


 
Japanese Day of Remembrance
On February 19, 1942, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066 that led to the forced removal of more 120,000 people of Japanese ancestry to US concentration camps located in some of the most desolate areas of the country.  Women's International League for Peace and Freedom (WILPF) will host Marge Tanawaki who will tell of the experiences of those in Japanese Interment camps during WWII.  Please join us on Thursday February 21 11:30 am at Joe Molina's Gallery at 930 8th Ave.  You are welcome to bring your own lunch.  Cookies and coffee will be provided.


Writing Group

Ruth Zachary is leading a writing group The Last Friday of the Month from 3 pm - 5pm, Next Meeting: Feb. 22nd, 2019. We may reschedule regular meeting dates and times in the future. Please bring a one page sample of your writing. Writers may opt for peer response from others by bringing extra copies or simply reading your selection to the group. There may be a variety of types of writing such as essays, short stories, poetry, etc. Writing exercises may be suggested by members for future dates. Equal times for participation may be discussed if larger selections are in abundance. Call Ruth Zachary at 970-378-0876 for information or to join the group.

 
Scrip Announcement
There will be an order going out on March 3rd. How about a lunch after church one day at Chili's? If you purchase a $25.00 gift card on the March 3 Scrip order, 11% will return to our church! What a fun way to get together for a meal and support our church at the same time! King Soopers and Safeway cards can also be purchased at UUCG during Office hours or at your home online using our enrollment code: L4FL5B2532434 Let me know if you have questions. Josette 381-7891 or josetteschaffer@msn.com

 
 
BOOK CLUB
The book club meeting CHANGES for February will NOW be the 4th Thursday of the month, at 1:30 pm @ Your Place Coffee. Anyone is welcome to drop in. Our selection for Feb 28th will be any current or past National Book Award winner.




Looking for way to contribute to UUCG on Sundays?
You don't have to speak in public or have the best voice in the world, as there are a number of ways in which you can help UUCG on Sundays.  
  • Bring a snack for coffee/volunteer - Our volunteers not only make the coffee but they often donate their own dollars for snacks for coffee.  Your $$ donation for coffee time or snack donation can help offset those costs for our Coffee Hour volunteers.  You can also volunteer to make coffee and help with clean-up.  Talk to Margaret and she will get you connected.
  • Offer to shovel the sidewalks when it snows - Just contact Julie Miller to help with the task.  The more, the merrier and it will get done quickly.  Shovels and snow remover are readily available at the church.
  • Greet - A warm smile and a "hello" are a wonderful start to any Sunday morning.  Bulletins are printed and waiting.  You help us take a tally on attendance and make sure our guests are contacted by board members or our minister.
  • Help with our AV team - We can always use some extra hands running our AV equipment - microphones, slideshows, videos & training is provided.  Volunteers often are scheduled 1 time or less per month, based on availability.
  • Special Music - Do you have some musical talent you would like to share?  Please consider sharing it with us.    It's always a treat to recognize our member's talents.




If you need to set up a meeting with Reverend Aaron Norris please click on :  my calendar link to make an appointment. 
***Minister@greeleyuuc.org is Rev. Aaron's Email

 Margaret's Office Hours :  Mon, 10 am - 12 pm
                                                  Tues 1 pm - 3 pm 
                                              Fridays 1 pm - 3 pm

 

If you have an announcement or corrections you would like to see in our weekly announcements, please email Margaret at office_manager@greeleyuuc.org by10 am on the Tuesday  you wish to see the announcement in!

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