Upcoming Services Sunday at 10:00 am
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July 15 Finding Common Ground by Rev. Christina Leone-Tracy
Last week we talked about why honoring our differences is such an important part of our faith. But it's also good to remember how we are the same, and seek to find commonalities even when they might not be obvious. 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!
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At last weekend’s service, we collected $902.54 for Voices of Men. If you missed the opportunity to contribute and still wish to send a contribution to support this program please drop off or mail a check payable to Fox Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, with Voices of Men noted in the memo field, no later than Friday July 20, 2018. Thank you for your support!
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Come to P.I.T.! (Pizza, Ice cream and Talk) – Middle and High School Youth Welcome!
Stay connected this summer, have meaningful conversation around important topics and eat! RSVP REQUIRED to Theresa Spoehr at cmtheresa@gmail.com.
An additional RE volunteer is needed for the event, please contact Theresa or Kim Hartman if you can help out.
July 18, 6-8:00 pm – Hate VS 1st principal – is it ok to hang around with people who say racist things while honoring the 1st principal?
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UU Men's Group Bike and Hike
Fox Valley UU Men organizes several Bike & Hike adventures each summer and fall. Our next Bike & Hike adventure is scheduled for Saturday, July 14th in Waushara County. "The Bridges of Waushara County" includes two mill pond bridges, an arch stone bridge, and a covered bridge just west of Saxeville. It's 23 miles of conversational-paced biking on smooth paved roads with several stops - followed by a late lunch in Mount Morris. Gathering on the west side of the Fox Cities 8:00 am, returning by 4:00 pm. Men and their buddies or relatives are invited to join us. Each of our adventures includes first time Bike & Hikers - we are a welcoming community. Spend a day with men. Make friends for life. Respond with interest or questions to Mark Walker at mercianbike1975@gmail.com.
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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 cyndi@fvuuf.org. Please make sure to let us know if you have any dietary restrictions.
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Free Program: Sunday, July 29, 6-7:30 pm at the Fellowship
Pro-Future Realism: Big Picture Inspiration for Chaotic Times with Rev. Michael Dowd
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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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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Volunteer Opportunity
St. Joseph Food Program is seeking 2 volunteers to water, weed, and harvest a large garden on the north side of Appleton. This “best of the fresh” produce will go home with the 1,000+ families served at St. Joe’s each week. Volunteers should be able to commit to every Wednesday during the growing season. Training will be provided. Contact Leah Thibodeau at 920.734.9461 ext. 313 or lthibodeau@stjoesfoodprogram.org.
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UU Partner Churches
Two weeks ago at the UU General Assembly in Kansas City, Tony Salsich and Tina Main were honored as being Stewards of Partnership. The award recognizes their dedicated efforts to sustain and grow our International Partnerships with Deva and Banaybanay. They are both richly deserving of this honor! Click here for more details.
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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 14
6:30am Joyful Mind Zen Sangha
Sunday, July 15
10:00 am Worship Service 6:00pm Smiling Dandelion Sangha Monday, July 16
9:00am Goddess Group 6:00pm Partner Churches
Tuesday, July 17 6:30pm Joyful Mind Zen Sangha 7:00pm Men's Group Thursday, July 19 6:30pm Spill it Sister 7:00pm UU Book Club
Saturday, July 21
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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