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Stewardship Consultant Report Summary
From the Governing Board and Executive Team
As promised, the board and executive team has had a chance to review the report from our recent visit from stewardship consultant Mark Ewert, and we want to share with you what we gathered from reading his report. Nothing was particularly surprising, and a lot of the report included background and context. He did give some observations and recommendations; we are planning to work together as a board and executive team along with the planned giving committee and the generosity ministry team to decide how we might move forward with his recommendations. We also plan to be in ongoing conversation with Mark. To be sure, this is just the first step (after all, it was called the Next Steps Weekend, to help us discern our next steps!). The congregation will be kept informed and involved as any decisions are being made. Thank you for the support that was shown for this endeavor, at a busy time of year. To those of you who took time to come to a small group session or chat with Mark when he was here in December, we appreciate it! You can see the executive summary of the report HERE.
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Upcoming Services
Sunday at 9:00 and 10:45 am
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January 26
Imposter Syndrome by Rev. Christina Leone-Tracy
This month as we explore the concept of healing from shame, let's explore the ways shame embeds itself in our own minds, often through the phenomenon of "imposter syndrome," worrying that we don't measure up to the opinions or expectations of others. Come, let's free ourselves from imposter syndrome and celebrate what we can offer the world.
February 2
What We Have, What We Offer by Rev. Christina Leone-Tracy
Shame often rears its ugly head when we consider what we possess, and how we use it. Both our bodies and our money have been objects of societal shame for generations-- how can we break that cycle and rejoice in what we have?
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At last weekend’s services, we collected $722.89 for African Heritage, a local organization focused on supporting and increasing the awareness of African Americans, Blacks, and members of our community that have an interest in African American/Black culture and issues. If you missed the opportunity to contribute please drop off or mail a check payable to Fox Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship with African Heritage noted in the memo field, no later than Friday January 31, 2020. Your contribution will help support the ongoing work of African Heritage. Thank you for your support!
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| Religious Education
RE registration form HERE
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Winter FUUN Day- Come Join Us!
Hello Parents of Fellowship children ages 6/1st grade and up,
It is official-winter FUUN day is happening!
Join us for a day of learning, laughter, sharing and community with us from 11:00 am through 4:30 pm on Saturday February 1. You can make it a family event by attending Soup Saturday and then staying for Partner Church’s Party! Party!
We are planning an exciting day of a “Stone Soup” children’s chapel, actually cooking a soup to serve during Soup Saturday later that evening, baking a beautiful saffron “welcoming bread” and outdoor fun or indoor science experiments depending on what the weather brings.
Please note that the workshops will have a simpler format so our friends from 1st grade and up can participate, but they will be fun for all ages from first through 8th grade.
Please register your child by emailing Kim Hartman at kim@fvuuf.org by January 26.
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The Fellowship is participating for a third year in the Diversity Discovery Free Day at the Building for Kids on Sunday, February 9. We are looking for helpers to assist at our table and share what the Fellowship is all about with the larger community.
We are looking for helpers for the following slots:
• 12:00-1:45 pm
• 1:45 pm-3:30 pm
• 3:30 pm-5:00 pm
Please contact Kim Hartman ASAP if you are available to help and would like to join the effort to get the word out about all that the Fellowship has to offer!
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New Moon Mindfulness Meditation / Sound Journey
Friday, January 24; 6:30-7:30 pm
Led by Chris Kuck; kuckart2112@gmail.com
Join us for a Meditation Soundscape that will include Buffalo Shaman Drumming, and soundscape recordings of ambience, textures, singing bowls, and nature. This is all put seamlessly together under a soft candlelit setting. The sound journey will last for about 20 minutes, and then we will come together to talk about our experiences. All are welcome, including children. You may sit on a chair, on provided cushions or bring a blanket to lay on the floor. Contact Chris for more information. https://www.facebook.com/events/575550363284286/
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Soup Saturday
Everyone is invited to attend a special Soup Saturday on February 1st at 4:30 pm where we will celebrate the sights, sounds, and flavors of our partners in The Philippines and Deva, Transylvania. The Partner Church committee is partnering with Soup Saturday to bring you an evening of fun and fellowship. Come and join us for this fun event!
If you’d like to bring a soup, bread, or dessert that would work into either of these partner countries, please contact Angie Demers at angiebaby826@yahoo.com. If you need a recipe suggestion, she’d be happy to send you a few to choose from.
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Update on the baby quilt for Abel Koppandi in Deva: We are nearing completion of the baby quilt and need your help with the final finishing touches. Please help us send warm and loving wishes to Zoli, Julia and baby Abel by signing your name with wishes for love and joy to a large cloth heart which we will sew on the back of the quilt. The Heart will be available for signing at the Fellowship through February 2nd. Any questions to Tina Main at velo.biker@gmail.com.
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New Small Group - American Sign Language Class
Do you have a nagging feeling that something is missing in your life? Does your life feel incomplete and one dimensional? Do you long to connect with new people from a new culture?
Well we have the answer for you with our first ever sign language class! Whether you want to learn how to better communicate with a family member, a coworker, a friend, or any other community member who is Deaf/hard of hearing, or you you just want to learn a cool new skill, stop on by on Sundays at 3:00 pm starting February 2nd and your life may feel complete again! For just one hour of your life every Sunday, and the nominal fee of zero dollars, you too may become conversationally fluent in the most visual language. All ages welcome!
Class will be taught by Jacqueline Corey, a Wisconsin state certified teacher and sign language interpreter.
(Intentionally written like a bad infomercial for your enjoyment.)
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Collaborative Baby Blanket Project
Thanks to an idea by Rev. Christina and the knitting expertise of Cathy Thompson, knitters in our Fellowship will now be able to collectively knit baby blankets to give away at Fellowship child dedications, to keep your hands busy in services while making something beautiful for our Fellowship children! Participate in this project by grabbing one of the kits near the sanctuary doors (by the children’s activity bags). Inside, you’ll find needles and yarn; Cathy has “cast on” the yarn in a simple pattern to get you started. You’ll knit several rows while you participate in Sunday service, then leave the bag by the sanctuary doors for someone else to add to it later. Pattern instructions will be inside the kit bags.
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Wellspring Wednesday
February 12, 6:30 pm
Reclaiming Lent by Rev. Christina Leone-Tracy
The stations of the cross are an important ritual and embodied practice in many Christian traditions. Come explore these with an open mind, considering the ways this ancient practice might still speak to us in our current world with our current challenges. Unitarian Universalists have historically been such an optimistic faith that we often forget the power of lament and connection with those who are hurting. Lent provides the perfect framework for us to explore these themes as a pathway toward healing ourselves and the world. Sign up for childcare HERE. At least one child must be signed up 24 hours in advance for childcare to be provided.
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It’s time for CABARET - Our midwinter FUN - RAISER.
Saturday, February 15, 6:30 pm Doors Open, 7:15 Show Time. An evening of entertainment and refreshments for only $10.
Help make the magic happen by signing up HERE to bring in food, drinks, coolers, card tables or help with the performance. Lots of jobs are still empty. And be sure to come! You’ll be glad you did! Contact Mary Gerlach 920.734.5888 or gerlachmz@new.rr.com with questions.
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Fellowship History Tidbits
The previous tidbit question was: What year did the Unitarians and Universalists merge? The answer is the merger took place in 1961, just 6 years after our Fellowship began. The question for this week is: How was programming done for the Fellowship in the 1960’s and 1970’s? Watch for the answer in an upcoming Weekly Scroll.
Fellowship History Tidbits provided by Dave Gerlach
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General Assembly
Wednesday, June 24 through Sunday, June 28, 2020
Providence, Rhode Island
General Assembly is the annual gathering of Unitarian Universalists, where we conduct business of the Association, explore the theological underpinnings of our faith, and lean fully into our mission and principles. This 5-day immersive experience is where we participate in inspirational worship services and informative workshops, and explore our bustling exhibit hall. GA is an unforgettable experience for the thousands of UUs who attend. Meet us in Providence and you’ll leave with renewed energy and innovative ideas to share with your congregation and community-at-large!
The theme for General Assembly in June 2020 is Rooted, Inspired, & Ready! We are in touch with our theological roots, we are engaged in transforming our faith, and we are fired up to take action in the wider world. Check out https://www.uua.org/ga for more information and to register.
General Assembly will take place in Milwaukee in 2021.
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| Click here for the current financial report.
Click here for the current Governing Board meeting agenda.
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Thank you for reading The Weekly Scroll, and pardon any typos.
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| Quick Links
Anti-racism Learning (for home, or groups)
Characteristics and antidotes of white supremacy culture
January: Paternalism and Either/or Thinking - click HERE
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. Leah at leah@fvuuf.org.
To be added to the Joys and Concerns email list, contact Cyndi Polakowski at cyndi@fvuuf.org.
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Weekly Calendar
Friday, January 24
6:30pm Sound Journey Meditation
Saturday, January 25
7:00am Joyful Mind Zen Sangha
10:00am Spanish Charla
Sunday, January 26
9:00 & 1045 am Worship Service
10:00am High School Breakfast Club
10:45am Inquirers Series
6:00pm Smiling Dandelion Sangha
Monday, January 27
9:00am Goddess Group
Tuesday, January 28
6:00pm Partner Churches
Thursday, January 30
7:30pm Fellowship Choir
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