RSVP today for the Pledge Drive Kick-off Dinner (free AND childcare provided) Sat. Mar. 10
Family and Friends of RE at UCM
News, Updates, and Reminders
Worship theme for March: What does it mean to be a people of ENGAGEMENT?
Photo above: 7 youth volunteered for the Monday Community Lunch at the start of the school vacation week in February. Thank you to Brendan, Erin, Liam, Ellie, Anna, Seamus, Cadence and all the seasoned volunteers who welcomed them so warmly and help them learn the ropes. (Click 'view images' at the start of this email to see the picture.)
Family and Friends of RE at UCM
News, Updates, and Reminders
March 9, 2018
Greetings Families and Friends of Religious Education,
Last Sunday a child who wouldn't leave his parents' side a year ago, was the first one to confidently head (by himself) to the Children's Chapel for the start of RE time. My brother mentioned that late on Tuesday afternoon, as they were driving through town, his 3 year old said, "I want to go to church!" A senior Bridger recently commented to her mother how enriching the small group sessions for Bridging are. Nine adults gathered last Sunday for the first of five sessions in a curriculum called Building Your Own Theology.
I hope you'll help support these big steps on our collective spiritual journeys across the lifespan. Join us for the Pledge Drive Kick-off Dinner:
Free to everyone Community Dinner: Pledge Drive Kickoff - Generosity Gathering March 10th--childcare provided Engage, Nurture, and Transform with Stewardship 2018-19, starting with a celebratory community kick off dinner on Saturday, March 10th. Join us for dinner, musical entertainment, and a few speakers, starting at 6pm. Childcare will be provided and children will be served first. The dinner is free, but please RSVP online to ensure we have an accurate head and child count! RSVP by Friday, March 9th (TODAY). If you can't make the dinner, click here to learn more about the pledge drive and how to contribute.
With love and appreciation,
Liza
UPCOMING SUNDAYS
Sundays March 11 will be a regular RE Sunday. Services will begin at 10 a.m. and the kids and youth will be sung out after the first part of the service. It is also the first Sunday of March Mystery Madness, so if you signed up, remember your note and a small gift to put in your buddy's mailbox (look for your assigned number) BEFORE the service starts. Collect YOUR note from your buddy AFTER the service.
Sunday March 18 is a multigenerational service where kids will stay in worship the entire time. Arrive with time to find a seat toward the front so your child is especially ENGAGED. The theme is: Ripples of Kindness and through story, song and ritual we'll reflect on our ability to choose to engage one another with kindness and the rippling effects that can have in the world.
MULTIGENERATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Multigen Choir
Multigen Choir is meeting this Sunday, March 11th in the Children’s Chapel from 11:30-12:30. Come one and all to lift your voices in song with friends of all ages! Snack will be provided. With questions or to sign up for the regular mailing list, please email Sarah.d.wolfe@gmail.com.
Children's Music Network Song Swap with Liz Benjamin
Sat. April 7 at UCM (see upcoming e-news for time)
ADULT RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
RE is for parents and caregivers and RE teachers too! Child care always available (upon request no later than one week in advance -- ucm.dre@gmail.com). Check out our Adult RE brochure for a full listing of the Adult RE offerings outlined below.
UU Common Read Book Discussion: Daring Democracy by Frances Moore Lappe and Adam Eichen. Facilitated by Sarah Franklin. Wed. March 21, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Seeing White: A Podcast Series and Discussion Group for White Men
Four Tuesdays: March 27, April 10, April 24, May 8 (7 - 8:30 p.m. for all four sessions)
Book group for Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari Tues. April 17, Wed. May 2, Tues. May 15 (7-8:30 p.m.for all three sessions)
Embracing the Spirit: Enliven Your Life & Relationships. A day-long spiritual retreat facilitated by Rev. Joan and Carol Fournier. Sat. May 5 (exact times and location TBA). Lunch provided.
Want to know more about UCM happenings?
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APRIL THEME: EMERGENCE
MAY THEME: BEAUTY
Liza Earle-Centers, Acting Director of Religious Education
ucm.dre@gmail.com
223-7861 ext. 2 (Mon. Wed. Fri. and Sun.)
Our mailing address is:
130 Main Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
