This Sunday, February 17, at 10:30 am, "A Spirituality of Showing Up" Rev. Frank Clarkson preaching
On this Sunday when Rev. Frank returns after a month of being away, he will invite us to reflect on the power and grace and gift that comes from simply paying attention. Might being attentive be the life-changing spiritual practice we have been looking for? Might this be an antidote to our hurried and harried lives, and a way to help create the world we dream of? Please come join us for worship this Sunday!
Silent Meditation Retreat Coming Soon!
A Silent Meditation Retreat will be held at UUCH on Saturday, February 23, from 9:30am-3:30pm. In the Insight Meditation tradition, participants will experience a day of silence which includes simple spoken instructions, sitting and walking meditation sessions, sharing a simple vegetarian meal, and an opportunity to share their experience of the day. Group size will be limited to 15. This retreat is freely offered and in the spirit of Dana (generosity), donations toward the purchase of lunch and heating of the church will be gratefully accepted. Organized by Bets Robertson and Linda Sanchez. Please email Linda here for more information or to register.
Stewardship
The Stewardship campaign will be kicking off soon and we need your help. Merriam-Webster defines stewardship as “the careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one’s care.” All of us are entrusted with the care of our church and church family. Past members gave for many reasons including: building the church, creating new programs and supporting religious education. We invite you to write a sentence or two answering the question "Why do you give?" Please post your answers on the UU Church of Haverhill Facebook page or send to Taffy Jervey here.
Auction Preparation
It's that exciting time of year again when the annual UUCH Auction is just around the corner. Besides being a wonderful potluck and community time, there are always great donations. It's time to start thinking of ways you can share yourself with the church by contributing to The Auction. What ways can you make new connections? What do you do well (big or small)? What do you like to create? What trinkets can you offer? Do you know a business owner who would like to donate a gift certificate? I can't wait to see all the offerings! And I hope to see you at The Auction on March 23rd at 6:00 pm!
Calvary Baptist Black History Month Celebration
Our friends at Calvary Baptist are having a Black History Month Celebration at their church on Saturday, February 23rd. They have invited us all to attend. The celebration begins at 3:30 pm.
UU 101
Are you interested in learning more about our church and Unitarian Universalism? We will be offering a class on Wednesday, February 20th at 7:15 pm as part of 3rd Wednesdays. The class will be led by Josh Goulet and Bonnie Floyd. Please contact Julia Bethmann (jbethmann@gmail.com) for more information.
New Member Sunday, March 3, 2019
We will be welcoming new members on Sunday, March 3, 2019. If you are interested in learning more about becoming a member, please contact Bonnie Floyd or Rev. Frank.
Parking
We have found additional parking thanks to King’s Real Estate. They have agreed to let us park in their lot during non business hours. They are located across Travers Street on Kenoza Avenue before Mediterranean Pizza and Subs. Please leave the spaces closest to our building for visitors and members who aren’t comfortable walking.
Small Group Ministry Spring Edition
We will be offering Small Group Ministry (SGM) again this spring. SGM is a vital part of faith formation and community building in our congregation. This small group of 6-8 people, led by 2 facilitators, offers an intentional way to connect with others and deepen your own faith. The groups will meet here at church every other week for 90 minutes each, beginning in early March and wrapping up in mid-May. Please sign up on the clipboard in the Murray Room or follow this link.
Third Wednesdays
Join us on Wednesday 2/20 for Third Wednesdays at UUCH! Childcare is provided. Vespers begins at 6 pm, followed by a simple meal at 6:30 pm, and a choice between three offerings beginning at 7:15 pm. This month, Josh Goulet and Bonnie Floyd will be offering UU 101, Richard Smyth will be offering an exploration of the UUA's Congregational Study Issue "Undoing Intersectional White Supremacy," and Clare and Frank will be offering Coming of Age for Adults focusing on Spiritual Practices. We need folks to bring soup, bread, salad, and dessert--sign up here if you can help or sign up on the sheet in the Murray Room!
Security Task Force Update- CPR
The task force on church security has been meeting and is interested in obtaining a list of those individuals who have been trained in CPR. Please let Sandra DeVellis know who you are by speaking with her, dropping a note in the Caring Support Team mailbox (outside of the church office) or by email here.
Circle Dinners
We still have openings for Circle Dinners. Make sure you sign up for one of these wonderful gatherings! See Megan Shea or Sarina Ryan during coffee hour to get signed up!
Fellowship Meet and Greet
On Sunday, February 17th the Fellowship group will hold a met and greet after service at 12:00 in the Lady’s parlor. Come join us to learn more about UUCH. Childcare will be available. If you have any questions please stop by the Welcome Table.
Immigrant Justice News
The next Sanctuary Volunteer training will be Sunday, March 10 from 2-4 pm at Christ Church United in Lowell. There is an Immigrants' Day at the Statehouse on Monday, March 4 from 10- 2 pm. The next Jericho Walk is Tuesday, February 19 at 1 pm at the ICE Building in Burlington. There will also be a MVP Haverhill chapter meeting at Trinity Episcopal Tuesday, February 19 7 pm.
Congregational Study/Action Issue
Come be part of a broader institutional process in which the Unitarian Universalist Association engages in four year cycles of focused study to discern possible actions we can take on significant issues of our day. There will be two sessions. The first will be this Sunday, February 17th at noon and the other during this month's Third Wednesday programming.The current "Congregation Study/Action Issue" for the 2018-2022 cycle "Undoing Intersectional White Supremacy." By participating, you will affirm and promote our fifth UU principle: The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large. For more information, visit the UUA Website or contact Richard Smyth for more information.
Ken Wagner's Class "Dismantling White Supremacy," CancelledKen Wagner must have back surgery and will not be teaching the class on "Resisting White Supremacy Systems" beginning March 25, 2019. We hope that he may be able to offer this in the fall. We will keep you updated!
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