Faith Forward: Beyond Inquirers / UU Elevator Speech
Sunday, February 19, 11:15am-12:15pm (Minister's Office) - ongoing
This 8-session series takes place on a recurring basis each Sunday. There are 5 sessions of Beyond Inquirers and 3 sessions of UU Elevator Speech. You can drop in at any time, and later on pick up classes you miss. This is a class that empowers new and long term UUs to answer the question: “What is Unitarian Universalism?” The session on 2/19 is: “Writing Your UU Elevator Speech." Rev. Dr. Sydney Morris, minister@uueugene.org, 541-686-2775x1.
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"Now Is The Time" Health Care For All Movie
Sunday, Feb 19, noon-1:30pm (Sanctuary)
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There will be a 30-minute version of the movie "Now is the Time," a film documenting the need for a universal health care system. A panel discussion will follow that will include the director/producer team. Snacks provided. Free. Everyone is invited. Health Care for All Oregon (HCAO) is a UUCE Justice Network sponsored volunteer organization. Pat Bitner, healthcare@uueugene.org, 541-485-3971; Kathy Filip, 249-891-9890.
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Faith Forward: Spiritual Practices
Sunday, February 19, 12:30-1:30pm (Chapel ) - 12 sessions remaining
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Develop the tools for daily practice, weekly worship, monthly service, yearly retreat, and a one-time pilgrimage to enliven and enhance our spiritual lives. This 13-session class, facilitated by Ministerial Intern Andy Chirch and Director of Lifespan Religious Education Katy Siepert, will offer direct experience with various spiritual practices. Regular attendance is encouraged. Drop-ins are welcome. Register online, or contact Katy Siepert, uucedre@uueugene.org, 541-686-2775x2.
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Food For Lane County Food Rescue Night
Thursday, February 23, 6:30-8:30pm (off-site, 770 Bailey Hill Road, Eugene)
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Wear a hat or ponytail and closed toe shoes. Volunteers must be at least 14 years old, or 12-13 years old and accompanied by an adult. Contact Berry Broadbent, Service in Action, hunger@uueugene.org, 541-344-9037. Or just show up!
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Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) Pacific Northwest District (PNWD) Assembly At UUCE
Saturday, February 25, 9:00am-5:30pm (UUCE rooms)
Join UUs for this annual gathering with worship, singing, workshops, and food. We will hear from the three candidates for the presidency of the UUA, and a brief business meeting will be conducted. UUCE has 4 delegates: Barbara Kellogg, Lizzy Utterback, Robin Schantz-Mulford, and Rob Barnes. Registration will be available onsite, cost $80. UUCE volunteers are needed to provide housing hospitality, and to be greeters and helpers. More info is in the February newsletter. Contact Poppy Lochridge, photopoppy@gmail.com, 541-968-0374.
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SpiritJam Next Sunday, Feb 26 (with real donkey!)
10:00-11:15am (Sanctuary and classrooms)
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Eeyore Jam (Whole Group). Pooh’s lovable (and perpetually melancholy) friend, Eeyore, has some tips and strategies for all of us. Meet a real donkey, and learn about how to take care of your mental health regardless of how you feel. Make a Mental Health First Aid Kit! With Teacher Nancy and Dominique the Donkey. 35 minutes.
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Singing As Spiritual Practice
Starts Sunday, February 26, 4:00-5:30pm (Room 7) - 6 sessions
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This 6-session series will be taught by professional singer and vocal teacher Kristina Jones, and will offer a group experience of sound making for accessing higher creative energy and using it for fun, delight, and healing. Free. Drop-ins welcome. More information is in the Winter 2017 Religious Education for Adults pamphlet and on the church website. Click here for more information. Katy Siepert, uucedre@uueugene.org, 541-686-2775x2.
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Chapel Has Live Streaming of Sunday Service
Sundays, 10:00-11:00am (Chapel)
Do you have fidgety kids or just need a quiet place to watch the church service? A live stream is now available in the Chapel.
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Upcoming Events
Monday, 2/20
5:00-5:45pm Monday Meditation
6:30-8:30pm CUUPs Study Class
7:00-8:30pm Chalice Choir Rehearsal
Tuesday, 2/21
8:00-10:00am UU Birders
9:00am-noon Open Church Work Party
Wednesday, 2/22
5:15-6:45pm Chamber Singers Rehearsal
7:00-8:45pm Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
7:00-9:00pm Open Men’s Group
Thursday, 2/23
10:00-11:30am Mindful Parenting Discussion Group
6:30-8:30pm Food For Lane County Food Rescue Night (off-site)
Friday, 2/24 No open UUCE events listed.
Saturday, 2/25
9:00am-5:30pm Pacific Northwest District Assembly
Sunday, 2/26
8:30-9:30am Sunday Meditation
9:00-9:30am Membership Book Available for Signing
9:45-11:15am Children’s Religious Education/SpiritJam
10:00-11:00am Church Service, “Holding One Another”, Rev. Dr. Sydney Morris
11:00am-1:00pm Sunday Social, Food Truck Lunch, Music
11:15am-12:15pm Faith Forward: Inquirers “Pastoral Care and Small Groups”
11:15am-12:15pm Faith Forward: Beyond Inquirers/Elevator Speech
“Sharing Your UU Elevator Speech”
11:30am-12:30pm UU Refugee Sanctuary Project
12:30-1:30pm Faith Forward: Spiritual Practices
4:00pm-5:30pm Singing As Spiritual Practice
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