10:00 am
"The Jewel in the Lotus"
Hans Christian von Baeyer, Guest Speaker
On a recent trip to India I happened upon a magnificent temple that made a lasting impression on me. Its quiet majesty inspired a kind of meditation on such universal themes as the variety of the world’s faith traditions, the diversity of human races, and the conflicts between science and religion. From such lofty topics my mind turned homeward, to our own little sanctuary just taking shape in our new addition, and to my hopes for its future. Though its tiny volume would fit a thousand times over into that House of Worship in India, I look forward to finding the same sense of peace, and of unity with the universe, within our own little jewel of a shrine.
What's a UU?
R U a UU? Y Not? Come meet like minded persons after the July 24 Sunday service and ask your questions about Unitarian Universalism and Williamsburg Unitarian Universalists in particular. Peter Mellette and others on the Community Team will be on hand to respond. See you in the sanctuary at 11:15 am, after the service.
10:00 am “Outliving Our Limits”
Jaimie Dingus, Guest Speaker
How do we reconcile the greatness or our vision and the reality of our circumstances? What are the small steps that we can take to eventually transform the world? Where is the hope in the gap between the world we dream about and the world we are living in? Let’s join together to think about disappointment, resiliency, and the good news of Unitarian Universalism.
Don't let this be you in our photo directory! Our Membership Team has a goal of adding photos of all current members and friends to our Directory by the end of August. We are missing many of you. Our photographer will be available after the service today and each Sunday in July and August to capture your smiling faces. You may also email a picture to the office office@wuu.org.
"Roots and Wings": A Covenant Group for Holding Close and Setting Free
Alternate Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:30 pm, Fahs House
All Are Invited; next gathering August 03
Amidst the physical and verbal violence which ricochets throughout the globe and is so devastating to body and soul: How shall we, as a congregation, become a community that re-claims "the roots which hold us close", and "the wings which may set us free"? How shall we become both a sanctuary of healing, and a crucible of transformation and new life?
Come join us in Fahs House on alternate Wednesdays from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. Our purpose is to speak from the heart, and to listen deeply to one another. We have adopted three simple agreements: 1) to maintain confidentiality; 2) to refrain from offering advice / opinions; and 3) to stay in our personal experiences of the moment – with no advance preparation or expected outcomes. Our intention for this group is to honor matters of the heart and soul. Other groups are more appropriate for those seeking debate / discussion / action-oriented initiatives. The Roots and Wings Covenant Group is for being, rather than doing. We welcome all.
Sally Fisk and Rev. Dave Johnson
Food For FISH (Our local community food & clothing pantry)
FISH has asked for baking goods: flour, sugar, cake mixes, any sort of baked goods mix such as Jiffy Cornbread mix. Place your donations in our Fish Wagon and our wonderful coordinator, Ivonne Luchs, will gather donations and transport them to FISH.
Please make sure packages are sealed and all "use by" dates are current. Thank you all!
The Fellowship Committee is in the process of scheduling activities for the upcoming year, and we are looking for some fun-loving hosts for our Fourth Friday Fun Nights! This is a great one -time volunteer opportunity that requires little time and NO MEETINGS! We would also like input on unique all ages fellowship activities to try!
Please email Catherine Laarhoven if you are interested at catnye75@gmail.com
Please keep our friend Louise Hamilton in your thoughts; she is currently at Sentara Hospital in Williamsburg with an infection in her arm. She welcomes visits and cards but please call to make sure she has not been released. Get well soon Louise!
Please contact caringchair@wuu.org if you know of a member of the Congregation in need of support, or if you are in need of support.
July 24 Easter Egg Hunt in July
July 31 Food Day
August 7 Dancers
August 14 Chalk Art & Giant Bubbles
August 21 QiGong
August 28 Drumming
September 4 No RE
September 11 Cooperative Games/Blessing of the Backpacks
To learn more about our upcoming fall Religious Education classes and schedule, which begins on September 11th with the "Blessing of the Backpacks," please visit this link.
Virginia Advocacy Training Offered by Virginia Civic Engagement Table
Would you like to fell more capable and confident in advocating to your local officials for change in public policy? Attend VCET's FREE two part course that is being held on July 23rd in Richmond and August 20th in Hampton Roads. The two days will cover different material; on the first we will go over the basics of advocacy and the government process, take a tour of the General Assembly building and have a Q&A during a lobbyist and legislature panel. On the second day, we will be talking messaging and using our stories and social media as effective tools in our advocacy. We hope that you can join for one or both days. This year we will have Spanish language translators and hand-out materials available. This training will be free and open to the public so spread the word to your members, co-workers and community members! You can sign up here. If you have questions or want to volunteer to help, contact LaNoral Thomas at lanoral.thomas@seiuva.org.
UUFP in Newport News Hiring Part-Time Temporary Office Assistant Position is funded for 18 hours/week, expected period of six months - at $12.00/ hour. Anticipated start date: August 1, 2016
General Description: Serves as Office Assistant for small (150 member) congregation, in support of Minister, key board members, committee chairs, congregation volunteers, and visitors. Receives and initiates daily telephone, postal, and email/social media communications. Referring incoming communications to appropriate individual(s) or handling matters directly. Follows up on actions necessary to meet deadlines and ensure efficient and effective congregation operations. Maintains office files and supply inventories, calendars, facilities-use rental agreements, key issuance system, office copier needs, reimbursement requests, etc. Arranges for vendors as needed. Prepares printed Orders of Service and variety of announcements. Shops for and orders supplies, and makes weekly bank deposits.
Qualifications: Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills combined with competence in office equipment (personal computer, copier, etc). Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel); Google mail, docs, calendars; and basic social media venues, is preferred. Ability to learn and use computerized data systems software, as needed for position duties.
Please respond via e-mail and include "cover letter", resume, and minimum of two professional references related to experience sought for this position. All applications will be acknowledged via e-mail; best qualified candidates will be contacted by telephone to discuss scheduling of interview. Submit information to personnel chair Chris Woods at cwoods.onthebay@gmail.com.
Construction Updates
There is so much going on with construction it is hard to keep up. Check out our Flickr site HERE for the most recent photos.
