Upcoming Services Sunday at 10:00 am
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July 22 Mind the Gap by Andy Mast, fellowship member
Any visitor to London will instantly recognize this as the safety message regularly heard at tube stops as well as the iconic image that goes along with it. In addition to being valuable safety advice, the phrase also suggests rich meanings about space, time and repose: the gaps in both our internal and external worlds. How do we maintain awareness of, create and manage these spaces in our lives? “Minding the gap” has many rich and varied meanings to examine, and you won’t even need a passport to enjoy this journey! July 29 Deep Sustainability: An EcoTheistic View of Big History
by Rev. Michael Dowd
A deep-time big picture is vital for staying sane and sober in confusing and contracting times. Such an evidence-based “sacred realism” can help us accept what is inevitable, avoid what is futile, and be a blessing to friends, family, and neighbors in a difficult and uncertain world. This sermon by renowned eco-theologian and TEDx speaker, Michael Dowd, bridges the gap between head and heart and celebrates the convergence of science, inspiration, and sustainability.
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Volunteers needed
Volunteer with the Essentials JAM (Justice Action Ministry):
Monday, July 30th meal for Homeless Connections
400 N. Division Street, Appleton
• 5 Servers—needed between 4:00 and 7:00 pm
Park your vehicle in the lot south of the building and sign in at the front desk. Tasks will include packing lunches, warming up dinner, making coffee, and setting up for dinner for the 5:30 to 6:00 dinner shift and the 6:00 to 6:30 shift. We will clean up after the meal and should finish up by 7:00 pm.
• 3 Dessert providers: Drop off 24 servings of any dessert at the shelter or make arrangements with the lead to bring/drop off dessert. Bring dessert in a disposable container.
To sign up, click here and register. If you have questions, please contact Angie Miller at 920.810.7968 or angela.miller@oneamerica.com. Thank you!
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Volunteer Recognition Dinner
Wednesday, July 25th at 5:30 pm
The Fellowship staff would like to thank everyone who helps make this congregation run – whether you pull weeds, serve coffee, teach religious education, are on a committee or any other countless task that happens out of love and commitment to this community. All are welcome to enjoy a spaghetti dinner made by the staff. RSVP to marie@fvuuf.org. Please make sure to let us know if you have any dietary restrictions.
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Pro-Future Realism: Big Picture Inspiration for Chaotic Times with Rev. Michael Dowd Sunday, July 29, 6-7:30 pm at the Fellowship
Given our impact on Earth’s climate, the seas, and other species, we are already in the early stages of what could be called, The Great Reckoning. The good news is that this could also be The Great Homecoming: The prodigal species, after squandering our inheritance, comes home to Reality. An evidence-based “sacred realism” can help us accept what is inevitable, avoid what is futile, and be a blessing to friends, family, and community in an uncertain world. This dynamic, multi-media presentation bridges the gap between head and heart and celebrates the convergence of science, inspiration, and sustainability. Rev. Michael Dowd is bestselling eco-theologian and pro-science, pro-future ‘evangelist’ whose work has been featured in The New York Times, LA Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Newsweek, Discover, and on television nationally. Michael and his science writer, evolutionary educator, and fellow climate activist wife, Connie Barlow, have spoken to some 2,500 groups throughout North America since 2002, including nearly 500 UU churches. Their work has been featured on the cover of the UU WORLD twice, in 1997 and again in 2006. Michael has delivered two TEDx talks and a program at the United Nations. He has written a bridge- building book, Thank God for Evolution, which was endorsed by 6 Nobel Prize-winning scientists, noted skeptics and atheists, and by religious leaders across the spectrum. He has also conducted an acclaimed online conversation series: The Future Is Calling Us to Greatness. At the 2016 General Assembly, Michael and Connie were honored as “UU Religious Humanists of the Year."
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4th Annual Circle Picnic
Sunday, August 12
12:00 pm-2:30 pm at City Park in Appleton
This family friendly event will include a potluck, games, fun, and fellowship! Please sign up for a dish/item to pass and bring your own items to grill at the sign up spot in the Fellowship lobby. Contact Eric Riggers at eric.riggers@gmail.com or 206.499.9653 with questions.
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Multigenerational UU Camping Trip
Attention nature lovers! The Fellowship camping trip is planned for August 24-26 at Hartman Creek State Park in Waupaca. Both overnight and day visitors are welcome. For more information, please speak to Theresa Spoehr (tdspoehrs@gmail.com) or Anne Sieck (anne.sieck@oshkosh.k12.wi.us or 920.915.9813), pick up an information packet in the Fellowship Hall, or click here.
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Heart to Heart 2018
A weekend retreat for couples to enrich and strengthen your relationship. Heart to Heart will be held Friday, September 21 through Sunday, September 23 at the Pilgrim Retreat Center on beautiful Green Lake. The retreat is open to all couples committed to each other and their relationship. All couples are welcome, unmarried, married, same-sex, opposite-sex, or gender fluid. Click here for details and a registration form.
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Women's Retreat Save the Date
September 28-30, 2018
We will once again hold our retreat for all who identify as women at Pine Lake Camp in Waupaca. This year’s theme will be the six sources of Unitarian Universalism. Contact Heather Westley at firemoon0812@yahoo.com or Theresa Spoehr at cmtheresa@gmail.com for more information.
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Seeking Nominations for Greater Good for 2018
The Greater Good Committee needs your help! We are looking for nominations for worthy organizations to apply for Greater Good funds this holiday season. Qualifying organizations must serve the poor, exploited, or those in need. The nomination form is available here. Nominated organizations that accept the invitation to present but do not win the vote for the funds will be awarded with $250 grants to further their work. Contact Anne Sieck (anne.sieck@oshkosh.k12.wi.us) with questions. Nominations are due by July 31.
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Thank you for reading The Weekly Scroll, and pardon any typos.
Rev. Leah Hart-Landsberg, Associate Minister (On sabbatical until 12/24)
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Joys and Concerns
As your faith community, we want to celebrate your joys with you and support you through times of concern. To share a joy or concern with our ministers and/or at services, please email Rev. Jim at jim@fvuuf.org. To be added to the Joys and Concerns email list, contact Cyndi Polakowski at cyndi@fvuuf.org.
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Weekly CalendarSaturday, July 21
6:30am Joyful Mind Zen Sangha
Sunday, July 22
10:00 am Worship Service 6:00pm Smiling Dandelion Sangha Monday, July 23
9:00am Goddess Group 7:00pm Green Sanctuary JAM
Tuesday, July 24 6:30pm Joyful Mind Zen Sangha Wednesday, July 25 7:30pm Partner Churches Saturday, July 28
6:30am Joyful Mind Zen Sangha
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Book Club Books First Monday Book Club
Contact Chris Wales at kcrark@new.rr.com for the current book. UU Book Club
July-August: Leonardo Da Vinci by Walter Isaacson
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