Bucket of Hope items needed for the William County Children's Advocacy Center: Chips, goldfish crackers, cookies, nuts, anything you think a child would like
A Note from Linda:
Theologians speak of the balance between theory and praxis: The word "theory" (from the Greek word meaning "viewing" or "contemplating") can refer to a way of looking at the world and statements of principles. Praxis (from the Greek word meaning "action" or "practice") is a term used for a combination of action and reflection which seeks transformation. Theory without practice is said to be empty; practice without theory is blind. This fall we have been addressing what many think of as life's "Big Questions:" What kind of human being is worth being? What kind of world is worth inhabiting? These questions have been explored within the larger context of what constitutes a flourishing life. Last Sunday we made a pivot in our inquiry—switching from theory to practice, grounding our inquiry of what constitutes a flourishing life in a concrete practice designed to help us grow not only in our awareness of God's presence in our daily lives, but also in our discernment of where and how we are being called to flourish. This Sunday we will look at a complimentary practice—a practice, anchored in ancient wisdom teachings and designed—in the true spirit of the word "practice"—to facilitate transformation. This will be a very special Sunday at our church: not only will we gather as a community and explore life's "Big Questions," but we have a special treat—an ensemble choir from Unity Church of the Hill's Inspiration choir will be singing for us. I hope you will join us! With much love, Linda
Theory without practice is said to be empty;
practice without theory is blind.
Mark Your Calendar:
Sunday, Oct 20:
9:30 am: Chair Yoga 10:30 am: Sunday Service - Guest Choir from UCOH's Inspiration Choir 12:00 pm: Freecycle event 12:00 pm: New Member Class - see below
6:00 pm: Choir Party and Practice at Rebecca’s house 6-9
Sunday, Nov. 3:
9:30 am: Chair Yoga 10:30 am: Sunday Service 12:00 pm: Potluck and Annual Membership Meeting - See Below
Inspiration Ensemble Choir from Unity Church of the Hills to Perform at UCOG
THIS Sunday, October 20th
Spirit, an ensemble choir from the Inspiration Choir of Unity Church of the Hills, will be presenting a special music program at the Unity of Georgetown 10:30 am Sunday Service THIS Sunday, October 20th. The full choir will be presenting their first-ever concert on Saturday, November 2nd at 7:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary at UCOH. You are all invited to join them in an evening of music that will take you on a spiritual journey, enlivening your awareness of God in your life.
New Member Class This Sunday!
October 20th after Service
Transferring from another Unity Church? You may attend just the second class (THIS Sunday) covering all that is happening in our church and the ways in which you can get involved. If you are new to Unity, you must have attended last week's class as well as this week's class to become a member. Membership classes are held twice a year—once in the fall and once in the spring.
FREECYCLE is coming to Unity Georgetown - This Sunday.
The Fun and Fellowship Committee is hosting a Freecycle event here at Church on Sunday, October 20. Bring your unwanted but useable household items to church to offer up for free so they may be someone else’s treasure. If you have large items, such as lawnmower or fridge, describe them on a card with your name and contact info. The only catch, if no one loves it, you take it back home.
Look up freecyclegeorgetown.com, an online way to ask for and offer things totally for free.
Dan's Concert and Lunch
Sunday is the last day to purchase tickets for BBQ and Music from Dan on October 27th after Service. Tickets are $16.00 per plate for BBQ from "The Pit" Barbeque in Georgetown. If you wuld like to bring a dessert to share, that would be wonderful! Buy your tickets now! Tickets will be available after Service this Sunday.
UCOG Annual Meeting and Potluck
Nov. 3, 2019, after Service
Come participate in this year's Annual Meeting. We were a little lean on main dishes for the last two Potlucks, please consider bringing a main dish to share.
We will be voting on the following:
Two open Board positions. Lizabeth Sackett and Dean Saulmon have stepped forwardto run for the two open positions on our board. These two candidates have been vetted and approved to run by our UCOG nominating committee.
Approval of the appointment of Dave Jenks who was appointed to fulfill a vacant slot on the board.
Approval of the newly revised Bylaws which have been approved by our Board of Trustees and Unity Worldwide Ministries. Thank you to the Bylaws revision team of Eugenia Koog, Trish Phelps, and Alice Cooper! Reviewing the bylaws is required every five years and is a huge undertaking. This year included the additional task of incorporating the bylaws template recommended by Unity Worldwide Ministries. To review the By-Laws or read the minutes from last year's minutes, please click on the links below.
Calling all singers! All are welcome to join the Choir.
Thursday, Oct 30@ 6:00 pm Party and Practice at Rebecca’s house Sunday, Nov 17 @ 9:15 am Practice in the Boardroom and Performance Thursday, Nov. 20@ 6:00 pm Party and Practice at Rebecca’s house Sunday, Dec 1 @ 9:15 am Practice in the Boardroom Sunday, Dec 8@ 9:15 am Practice in the Boardroom and Performance
The Bucket of Hope:
Our Bucket of Hope for October through December will be The Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center. They support children who have suffered abuse through Family Advocacy, Counseling, Interviews, Exams and Outreach Trainings. They are asking us to fill their cupboards with individually wrapped snacks for kids. Chips, goldfish crackers, cookies, nuts, anything you think a kid would like.
We now have an ongoing collection for the Ronald McDonald House. Keep those tabs coming! We have filled one container so far. Let's help them get those expenses paid.
Upcoming Events!
October 27th - Dan's Concert! November 3rd - Annual Meeting November 17th - Lunch and Learn: Chris Schwanke - Be UnScammable
Inspiration Ensemble Choir from Unity Church of the Hills to Perform at UCOG
They support children who have suffered abuse through Family Advocacy, Counseling, Interviews, Exams and Outreach Trainings. They are asking us to fill their cupboards with individually wrapped snacks for kids. Chips, goldfish crackers, cookies, nuts, anything you think a kid would like.
