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eNews for Thursday, July 7

7/7/2022

 
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eNews for Thursday, July 7

The Youth RE Garden Is Thriving!

Worship Matters

We will gather online via Zoom and in person this Sunday, July 10 to worship together with Annette Pratt who will present “Human Condition,” by the Rev. Sharon Dittmar. The Zoom call starts at 10:00 for social time, and the service starts at 10:30.
 

“American society has acculturated us to ideas about how our bodies should look and function. There are norms for everything from weight to brain functioning. Many of us spend a good deal of time trying to meet these norms in defiance of our beautiful diversity, the many ways human bodies grow, change, adapt, and function. Please join us for a sermon that uplifts and celebrates our bodies and humanity as we find it.”


Zoom Invitation for Sunday, July 10
Join Zoom Meeting
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Upcoming Services: Summer Worship Series
During the month of July, worship will be slightly shortened and simplified. The first three Sundays will feature recorded sermons by UU ministers who are leaders in the MidAmerica Region.

July 17: “Agree in Love” by Rev. David Pyle
July 24: Lessons from GA
July 31: Learning About the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe

If you happen to miss being in worship, please check out our website sermon archive for sermon video and/or text.
 

Minister’s Column

The column is on hiatus until the week of July 18. You can read previous editions of the Minister’s Column at uufcm.org/andrew-frantz. 

Minister on Vacation

Rev. Drew is on vacation until July 18. The contact person (in lieu of Drew) is Stacey Pattison (989.330.1832) through July 18.

COVID Update

  • We will continue with hybrid services (in-person/Zoom). As a reminder, our current policy is that everyone entering the building must be vaccinated (unless exempt) and must wear a mask, which applies to children also.
     
  • Singing by the congregation and the choir is allowed with masks on.
     
  • Anyone vaccinated and wearing a mask may attend services.
     
  • Right now, small groups can meet in person if they wish, or continue meeting on Zoom – or do a mixture. This includes all of our teams and the Board itself. We will do our best to publish how meetings are going to be held, and please check with the leader of each meeting if you're not sure.
Please be aware that the situation is fluid. We are monitoring the situation frequently, so stay tuned for updates.

Upcoming Events

Most meetings and events are hybrid (in-person/Zoom). Please contact the event or meeting leader if you are not sure. Event and meeting details and links can be found on the UUFCM Calendar.

- Sunday worship
- Welcome to UU Orientation - Sunday, July 24 at 10:30am
- Sunday Stroll - Sundays in July at Millpond Park at 12:30pm
- UUFCM Men’s Group - 1st Mondays at 7pm on Zoom
- Game Night - 3rd Mondays at 7pm
- Central Michigan Sangha - Tuesdays at 6:45pm
- UU Discussion Group - Wednesdays at 10am
- Choir Rehearsal - on hiatus until mid-August

All members and friends are welcome to attend our UUFCM Board meeting as well as the various team meetings that occur monthly. If you are interested in attending any specific team meeting, please contact the team leader for information.

Team Meetings
Fellowship Life Coordinating Team - Saturday, July 9 at 1pm
UUFCM Board - Sunday, July 10 at 1pm
Social Justice Coordinating Team - Tuesday, July 12 at 7:30pm

If you are interested in helping any of these teams or committees, please fill out the Volunteer Opportunity Form if you haven’t already.

Moving UUFCM “Business” to Google Workspace

To help us more efficiently and effectively communicate with one another in accomplishing the “business” of the church, the Board has decided to use Google Workspace for all UUFCM communication and documentation. This includes how we send and receive documents, sign up for hospitality, vote when needed, etc., which means we have some learning to do!
 
If this sounds scary and/or overwhelming, never fear! Jennifer Davis and Debbie Reid have organized workshops to teach us. Let’s all embrace the change, recognizing that we are here to support one another in this effort!

Summer Youth RE Program

Our Youth Religious Education program is now providing a variety of fun weekly summer activities after the story for all ages. These classes are in-person only and are led by congregational and RE parent volunteers – youth of all ages are welcome! Please note that masks and COVID vaccinations are required to participate.
 

Sunday Strolls in July

July Strolls are at Millpond Park

Meet at 12:30pm at the pavilion on 607 S. Adams St.
Questions? Call/ text Jen Prout at 989-400-3130.

Don’t Forget!

If you signed up for the beginner pastel chalks class by Liz Wing, it is on Wednesday, July 13 at 6pm at the UUFCM. All materials will be provided by the Adult RE Committee, including drinks. Questions can be directed to Jodi Fisher at [email protected] or (989) 560-5135.

UUFCM Movie Night - Saturday, July 23

Cyrano!

He is intelligent, confident, loyal, and is the master of words, yet he keeps the love of his life a secret. Why? Come find out! Our UUFCM movie night starts July 23 at 7pm at the fellowship hall with Peter Dinklage as Cyrano. Snacks will be provided. Feel free to bring your own drinks. See you there!

Request for Photos!

The 20 Year Anniversary Committee is collecting photos related to our 20-year history for a presentation for the 20 Year Anniversary celebration. Please send photos with captions, if possible, to: [email protected].

Become an Election Worker!

Registered voters in Michigan are needed to step up and join others concerned about ensuring fair elections by becoming election workers. Please consider becoming an election worker – learn more here.

August 2 Primary Election Information

With the important August 2 primary election coming up soon, it’s important to know important dates of the voting process so that you can assure your participation. Download a complete list of dates, or for further information, visit michiganvoting.org.

Happy Birthday!

In July, we celebrate the birthdays of Guy Newland, Norma Bailey, Sharon Rust, and Steve Lifson. For the year to come, we wish them much joy, good health for body and mind, and new (ad)ventures. May it be so.

• • • Community News • • •

Climate Change and the Great Lakes

July 13, Noon-1pm ET

A discussion with Frank Ettawageshik, executive director of United Tribes of Michigan; Sapna Sharma, associate professor in the York University department of biology; and Gary Whelan, program director of the Michigan DNR Fisheries Division.
Register at: bit.ly/climatechangegreatlakes

Free COVID Tests

The U.S. government is now providing an additional eight free at-home COVID tests. Order them here.
 

Donate Now!

The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Michigan is funded solely by its members and friends.
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For your convenience, you can make a donation electronically with the button below, or via the GivePlus Church App. Please consider the option of offsetting the cost to the Fellowship for providing the convenience of making an online donation.
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If you prefer not to donate electronically, you may also write a check payable to UUFCM and send it to: UUFCM, P.O. Box 41, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48804-0041
 

Together We Grow!

Got News?
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the Order of Service Insert and the UUFCM weekly eNews
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Please send all submissions to [email protected].

Drew’s Contact Information

Please contact Drew via email, phone, or text.
[email protected] 
Phone/text: 440-935-0129​
UUFCM Board of Trustees for 2022-2023
President: Stacey Pattison (989.330.1832; [email protected])
Past-President: Norma Bailey (989.560.3952; [email protected])
President Elect: Cynthia Damer (989.506.5750; [email protected])
Treasurer: Terrie Robbie (989.400.2495; [email protected])
Secretary: Elaine Emerick (989.621.6063; [email protected])
Trustee: Victoria Sladek (989.506.7039; [email protected])
Trustee: Debbie Reid (989.854.9830; [email protected])
Trustee: Penny Swart (989.330.3587; [email protected])

Team and Committee Leaders

Adult Religious Education Team - Jodi Fisher
Building, Grounds & Safety Team - Norma Bailey
Communications Team - Debbie Reid
Fellowship Life Coordinating Team - Gisela Moffit
  Membership - Laura McBride
  Arms Around - Gisela Moffit
  Welcome & Hospitality - Gisela Moffit
  Social Fun - Jen Prout
Social Justice Coordinating Team - Norma Bailey
Worship Team - Drew Frantz
Youth Religious Education (RE) Team - Jenny Kennedy
Anti-Racism Task Force - Norma Bailey
Coronavirus Fask Force - Drew Frantz








 

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