THIS SUNDAY: Many Paths, One Faith- Unitarian Universalism embraces elements of many spiritual paths and teachings. We are in some ways a hybrid, and in others ways a totally new approach to engaging ones spiritual journey. How can we expand the circle of our faith and stand on the side of love with those who travel a very different path? How can we engage with others and work with them to find common ground?
Our next RESTORATIVE JUSTICE Community Forum will be Sunday APRIL 27th 4-6 pm at Mt Carmel Church 230 Bonny St. New Bedford.
WAY COOL SUNDAY SCHOOL
April 27 Spirit Play: The Everything Seed
We will begin planting and working in the garden so please dress for “dirty†work!
May 4 The Jumping Mouse {Inter-generational Service}
All children are encouraged to dress like mice!
RE Team Meeting 12:15
UPCOMING EVENTS/
CHURCH NEWS
GREETINGS FROM UPSTATE NEW YORK!
Please be aware that during the week of April 20th-26th, the church office will not be open regular hours due to staff being away during the April School Vacation. Please call first before coming to the office to make sure someone is around.
RIDES TO CHURCH NEEDED
Lately, we have had many requests for rides to church on Sundays, more than we can accommodate. If anyone is available to provide rides to newcomers and others in need, please speak to Social Justice Chair, Wendy Wiggins or call the office for more information. Thank you.
KITCHEN HELP
Our awesome Social Hour host, Ed, will have a well-deserved day off this Sunday, so we could use a little help in the kitchen. If anyone would like to jump in and make coffee & set up social hour this Sunday, please call the office (leave a message as I'll be away until Friday) or send an email. It would be much appreciated!
NEW UU CLASS
Thinking about joining First Unitarian but want to learn more about us? Here's your opportunity!
The next New UU Class will be held this Sunday, April 27th at 12:30 in the Parish House. Come find out who we are and what we believe. You may just find your spiritual home is here with us!
Childcare is available and a light lunch will be served. Please see Rev. Paul or call the office to register.
FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS
“APRIL SHOWERSâ€
This APRIL, let's "shower" the food pantries with donations! Please bring your donations in on Sundays and place them in the box by the door. Most needed items are pasta, sauce (not in glass jars, please), cereal/oatmeal, soup, canned tuna/meat & canned fruit as well as personal care items like shampoo, toothpaste & razors.
Thank you for your continued generosity!
COALITION FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE
ANNUAL BANQUET
Would anyone like to go to the annual dinner & ceremony to benefit the Coalition for Social Justice? The banquet is being held on Thursday, May 15th. Tickets are $30 each. We’d like to be able to reserve a table (of 10) together, so please call the office if you’re interested in purchasing tickets for this event.
EASTER FLOWERS
Thanks to everyone that purchased Easter Flowers to beautify the Sanctuary. If you purchased flowers and would like to take them home, please do so this Sunday. Any flowers left after the weekend will be planted in the church garden.
SPIRIT OF ART
Spirit Of Art meets every Thursday from 9-11am, members and friends of the congregation are always welcome, please RSVP to Victoria Capon at vcapon@icloud.com if you plan on joining us. Thanks!
BIRTHDAYS
I'm missing lots of birthdays in my databank. Could everyone please take just 2 seconds right now to reply to this email with your name and birthdate? I don't need the year, just the month and day. Thanks for your cooperation! ~Linda
FIRST FRIDAY OPEN MIC NIGHT
Don't forget this fun monthly event at 7pm on the first Friday of each month! Bring your songs/poems/dances and come join the fun!
GREATER NEW BEDFORD CHORAL SOCIETY
The Choral Society will present it’s Spring Concert 7:30 PM May 11 in our Sanctuary. Come hear 30 singers and 10 professional musicians perform Purcell, newly discovered 19th century American Hymns, and premiers of Gerry Dyck’s Lines from Milton’s Allegro and new songs from Alice in Wonderland. Tickets $15 (children 12 and under, free) at the door or from Ned Lund.
FIRST UNITARIAN CHURCH
IN NEW BEDFORD
71 Eighth St
New Bedford, MA
02740-6025
NEW UU CLASS
SPIRIT OF ART
FIRST UNITARIAN CHURCH
