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eNews for Thursday, January 9

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eNews for Thursday, January 9

RE Day of Service

The children had a wonderful time on our Day of Service making holiday cards for the ladies at the Isabella County Medical Care Facility (ICMCF), crafting toys for the cats at the Karma Kat Cafe, then delivering the cards and cat toys! It was wonderful to see so many smiling faces at ICMCF, and we had an especially fun time trying our toys out with the cats after we delivered them. It's good to know that we've got such a great group of hard workers in the RE Program!

Worship Matters

We will gather this Sunday, January 12 to worship together with our minister Drew Frantz, who will present “Politics and Religion.” Please join us!
 

“Between the impeachment of the president and public policy issues such as abortion, gun control, health care, and climate change, highly-charged politics surround us. What is the intersection of politics and spirituality? of politics and religion? How does our Unitarian Universalist faith support us in tense times, and how does it call us to act in a democracy?” 


If you happen to miss being in worship, the texts to previous sermon messages (and some of the readings as well) can be found in our website sermon archive.
 

Upcoming Services

January 19: Honoring Martin Luther King
January 26: Integrity
 

Minister's Column

Read the Minister's Column at uufcm.org/andrew-frantz.

Worship Arts Workshop - This Saturday, January 11

Have you ever wanted to be part of a Sunday morning worship service? Come to this workshop led by minister Drew Frantz for anyone who is interested in leading a service or any part of one–from preaching a sermon to doing readings, joys and sorrows, etc. This will be interactive and fun. Saturday, January 11 from 10:00-noon.
 

New Discussion/Support Group Forming

Drew will be leading a monthly small group with two goals. First, there will be time at each meeting for personal check-ins, allowing us to support each other and hear one another's truth. Second, there will be a discussion about the worship theme of the month (Integrity for January, Resilience for February, Wisdom for March) with a reading to contemplate and questions to think about. Interested? Please contact Drew, who will set the day and time according to the people who respond.
 

Missing DVD Set!

There is thought to be a DVD (set) on UU History that has not been returned to the fellowship. If you come across it on your shelf or in your collection, please return it to Drew Frantz or Laura McBride so it may be available for viewing by others. Thank you!
 

Want to Assist Drew?

In an effort to make us more visible to the public, Drew has taken it upon himself to update the Wayside Pulpit (the sign outside on University Street) for the last few weeks. He posted upcoming sermon topics and other events and catchy quotes on the other side. This is not an easy job in the winter, so we are looking for a volunteer who could assist him once a month on a Monday morning (10 a.m.-noon). Please contact Drew directly for more information.
 

Remind App for Service Cancellations & Special Announcements

With winter weather upon us, please send Laura McBride your phone number and/or email address so you will receive a notice should a service be cancelled due to inclement weather, or a special event announcement. You may add the Remind App to your smartphone, or once your info is added to the app, you will get an invitation from Remind explaining how to add the app to your phone. If you have questions, contact Laura McBride (lmcbride010@gmail.com; 989.772.5512). She is adding names and info as they come in. If you received a notification, please respond to it!
 

Directory Updates

February is the time when we publish a new hard copy of the Directory. We need your assistance to have it as accurate as possible! Did you move, change your phone number, email address or your name? Do you need to have a photo taken? Please take a moment and check the online Directory. It is password protected, so if you don’t remember the code, contact Gisela or Kirsten - and let us know any necessary changes. Thank you very much in advance.
 

Path to Membership Workshop - January 18

This workshop is designed for those who feel ready (or even somewhat ready) to make the membership commitment to UUFCM. In this interactive session we explore the deeper meanings and expectations of membership and shared ministry; it is a three-hour session (depending on the size of the group – may be a shorter timeframe if a small group). Refreshments and childcare will be provided. Please let Laura McBride know one week prior to the class if you need childcare. For more info or to register for a workshop, contact
Laura McBride at 989.772.5512 or Lmcbride010@gmail.com.

 

Annual Congregational Retreat - January 25

“Social Justice: Where Do We Go from Here?” At our annual retreat on Saturday, January 25, we will examine where we have been and where we are as a congregation in terms of our social justice efforts and explore where we might want to go. The Social Justice Coordinating Team will present several possible directions for the congregation to consider. Breakfast and social time at 8 a.m., followed by the retreat from 9-noon. Be sure to put this important all-congregation retreat on your calendar!
 

UU Women’s Circle - January 23

We provide a safe and supportive place to explore womanhood and women’s history, discuss issues, get to know one another better, and have fun!! We meet on 4th Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary of the UU Center, January through June. Join us!
 

UU History Webinar - Begins January 27

Join Drew Frantz to watch a 5-week webinar on UU history presented by a UU minister in Cincinnati. We'll meet on Mondays from 7:45-9 p.m. to watch together, then have a brief discussion afterwards. Please contact Drew if you are interested.

Webinar: Whose History Is It Anyway?

Presenter: Reverend Connie Simon
How much do you know about the roots of our faith tradition? Explore the history of Unitarianism, Universalism, and Unitarian Universalism in this five-week class. Using an anti-colonialist, multicultural lens, we’ll look beyond the traditional, dusty facts of history and examine to see how our faith was born and how it has developed and evolved over the years.
Topics include: Whose Story Is It Anyway, Why History Matters, The Roots of Liberal Religion, The Universalists, The Unitarians, Transcendentalism, Westward Expansion, Humanism, Consolidation, Principles and Sources, Drawing the Circle Wider, Indigenous, Latinx, Black and Non-Black People of Color, GLBTQ, and Disability.
 

UUFCM Book Club - February 12

We had to cancel our meeting on January 8, so we will do Olive Kitteridge on February 12. Now you have time to read it if you haven't yet! Olive Kitteridge is the highly acclaimed novel by Elizabeth Strout. The author intertwines the lives of the small town inhabitants of Crosby, Maine with her main character. As Olive mingles in their existence, it's left up to the reader to determine if she is a loathsome busybody or a redeeming soul. Join us on February 12th at 1:00 and make your case for Olive!
 

ICRH Volunteers Needed

The Isabella County Restoration House is in need of more volunteers throughout the shelter season. There are day shelter shifts (1-4 pm), intake shifts (4-6:30 pm), evenings at churches 7-10 pm, overnights at churches (10 pm – 6 am) and mornings at churches (6-8 am). To volunteer, submit an application on the website, and then sign-up to volunteer. Should you have questions, feel free to contact Norma Bailey (baile1nj@cmich.edu) or Joyce Henricks (henri1je@cmich.edu).

• • • Community News • • •

LGBTQ+ Youth Empowerment Group

Sunday, January 12 at 3 p.m.
Painted Turtle Pottery Studio, 209 W Broadway St, Mt. Pleasant

For Middle School and High School LGBTQ+ students and allies
Join us for conversation, free pizza and free pottery painting in a safe, welcoming environment.

2020 Martin Luther King, Jr. Week at CMU

Monday, January 20-Friday, January 24
Central Michigan University invites community members to join in the celebration of the 2020 Martin Luther King, Jr. Week. For complete information, visit the event page.
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Mindfulness in Parking Requested
Let us be mindful to leave the parking spaces directly across from our Wisconsin entrance open ​for our friends who have mobility issues. Thank you for your consideration.

Pastoral Care Concerns

For support with life's challenges, please contact Drew during his office hours or make an appointment with him. For specific needs such as rides to medical appointments or meals for people recovering from illness or surgery, please contact the Arms Around team via Gisela Moffit at gbmoffit@gmail.com or 989-772-1602. Every effort will be made to lessen the burden on the individual or family who is dealing with a difficult circumstance.

Drew's Office Hours and Contact Information

Office hours:
Monday 10:00-12:00, Tuesday 4:00-6:00,
and by appointment.
Day off: Friday.

minister@uufcm.org 
Phone/text:
440-935-0129
UUFCM Board of Trustees for 2019-2020
President: Carol Rard (989.561.2969; president@uufcm.org)
Past-President: Mary Alsager (989.773.2595; malsager@yahoo.com)
President Elect: Guy Newland (989.944.0534; newla1gm@cmich.edu)
Treasurer: Terrie Robbie (989.400.2495; tlrobbie1@gmail.com)
Co-Treasurer: Jen Prout (989.400.3130; poutyprouty66@yahoo.com)
Secretary: Brigitte Bechtold (989.954.1123; becht1bh@cmich.edu)
Trustee: Janis Shinn (989.400.3724; janis_shinn@yahoo.com)
Trustee: Aaron Jones (989.501.0672; jones3aj@cmich.edu)
Trustee: Daniel Davis (616.540.4759; daniel.davis515@yahoo.com)








 

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