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I'm in Unitarian Universalist and I worship every week with people of all faiths who celebrates all kinds of winter holidays. I say happy holidays out of respect. No snowflake. No asshole.

By: (@BluestateGranny) β€”

I’m in Unitarian Universalist and I worship every week with people of all faiths who celebrates all kinds of winter holidays. I say happy holidays out of respect. No snowflake. No asshole.

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Sunday, December 30 ~ Worship in Westborough

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Frog and Toad

Please Note —
The Unitarian Church of Marlborough and Hudson is closed on Sunday, December 30.

Everyone is invited to join the Rev. Bev Waring at the Unitarian Universalist Congregational Society of Westborough for the service, Willpower, Resolutions, and New Perspectives.

Join our UU neighbors for this service of story, song and rituals. What can Frog   [ … ]

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Sunday, December 23 ~ Christmas Pageant

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Christmas Tree with Ornaments

“He puzzled and puzzled till his puzzler was sore.
Then the Grinch thought of something he hadn’t before.
Maybe Christmas, he thought…doesn’t come from a store.
Maybe Christmas, perhaps…means a little bit more!”
~Dr. Seuss


Ever wished you could play the part of Mary or Joseph? Do you secretly yearn to play an angel or a   [ … ]

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Call in Response to Nashville Abortion Services

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
As you may have seen, the only abortion provider in Nashville (Planned Parenthood of Tennessee and North Mississippi) will no longer be providing abortion services. Planned Parenthood, the only abortion provider left in Nashville, suspends abortion services We are collecting gas Read More ...
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Friday, December 28 ~ All-Genders Tent Gathering

By: Annette Ermini β€”

All Genders Tent Gathering

The Red Tent movement is inspired by Anita Diamant’s fictional story, The Red Tent, and supports women in reclaiming the gifts of community.  Here we share stories, wisdom, laughter, connection, and inspiration.  We practice and receive deep listening that we may be present with and share our Authentic Selves.

On Friday, December 28, the women of   [ … ]

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Information on Identity Discernment Task Force "Resolutions on our Future Course" Vote to be taken Jan. 27

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Vote on how we want to grow into our future at the Congregational Meeting, Sunday,  Jan. 27. After a year of community conversations, the Identity Discernment Task Force will ask the Congregation to select one of the three resolutions to Read More ...
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Thank You for a Successful Make-Up Drive

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
The Trans Affirming Collective would like to thank all those who donated makeup, gift cards or toiletries for our Make-Up Drive for Just Us at Oasis Center. Together, we helped restock the Make-Up Bar, a monthly event for trans and Read More ...
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Sunday, December 16 ~ Winter Solstice Service

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Snowflake

This Sunday, UCMH celebrates the beauty of the season as we approach the shortest day of the year, a time filled with magic and mystery.

Inspired by the words and wisdom of New York Times bestselling author, Gary Zukav, “The winter solstice has always been special to me as a barren darkness that gives birth to   [ … ]

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Nominate leaders for FUUN

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
The Nominating Committee needs you to help identify new leaders for July of 2019. We do not know the skills or interests of many of our members. If you refer someone to us, we will talk with them. The positions Read More ...
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Friday, December 14 ~ Second Friday Sessions with Award-winning Artist, Susan Cattaneo ~ 7pm

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Susan Cattaneo (cropped)

Second Fridays Sessions is pleased to present award-winning singer/songwriter, Susan Cattaneo.

Susan Cattaneo, one of Boston’s best songwriters, will perform her signature mix of folk, country, and rock-tinged Americana music at the Second Fridays Sessions open mic concert series at the Unitarian Church of Marlborough and Hudson in Hudson, MA on Friday, December 14th.

Susan’s latest   [ … ]

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Thank you to Santa Barbara Interfaith groups and the Unitarian Universalist Church for hosting an interfaith vigil last night to remember those killed by senseless gun violence in our communities. Now is the time for action, not just thoughts and prayers. #HonorWithActionpic.twitter.com/jGO2OhLCZf

By: (@SenHannahBeth) β€”

Thank you to Santa Barbara Interfaith groups and the Unitarian Universalist Church for hosting an interfaith vigil last night to remember those killed by senseless gun violence in our communities. Now is the time for action, not just thoughts and prayers. #HonorWithActionpic.twitter.com/jGO2OhLCZf

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Nashville Pledge Workshops 2019, March 9 and 23

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
“Nashville Pledge Workshop description and invitation: We have conducted two workshops over the past year, reaching more than 50 people. In those sessions, we learned about and discussed race-related issues, and considered making a commitment to anti-racism work. Those days Read More ...
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Volunteer call for Wine Tasting Event Jan. 11

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
We need 6-10 volunteers now through Jan. 11  for planning details of the tasting, such as hors d’oeuvres and decorations, as well as with advance ticket sales. Help is needed the week of the event and at the event itself to Read More ...
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I lived in a town where the Unitarian-Universalist minister (and this is a very liberal denomination) went to jail for raping a teenager. Live in Pennsylvania now where there was a huge problem with the Catholic priest sex abuse problem. It's a huge men in power problem.

By: (@lauriedtmann) β€”

I lived in a town where the Unitarian-Universalist minister (and this is a very liberal denomination) went to jail for raping a teenager. Live in Pennsylvania now where there was a huge problem with the Catholic priest sex abuse problem. It's a huge men in power problem.

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Dec. 24:Β  Christmas EveΒ Services

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
5:30 p.m. Family Celebration:   Every child and adult will receive masks and props to help us tell the Christmas story, sing carols, reverently re-dedicate ourselves to caring for our children, and light candles in the silent night. If you would like Read More ...
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We are Hiring: Help Wanted In The FUUN (nursery) Zone

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
The FUUN Zone (formally known as the ‘Nursery’) is hiring for a part time caregiver. Being a caregiver in the FUUN Zone involves caring for and playing with children ages six weeks to 10 years, maintaining a welcoming, safe and Read More ...
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Guest at Your Table

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Guest at Your Table is the annual intergenerational program by the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee (UUSC) to raise support and awareness about key human rights issues around the world. Here’s how it works: * Pick up a colorful box at Read More ...
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Are you new here? Interested in learning more about us?

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Enjoy the upcoming holiday season, and save these January dates: Sunday, Jan. 6 – Meet the Minister Luncheon: Following the second service, join the Membership Committee and Lead Minister Gail Seavey for a light lunch and informal conversation. Saturday, Jan. Read More ...
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Tuesday, 12/11 ~ Candlelight Winter Solstice Celebration with Rev. Alice ~ 7pm

By: Annette Ermini β€”

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To celebrate the upcoming winter solstice, Tuesday, December 11 is our annual Mooncircle by Candlelight Gathering.

Join us in the Knight Room from 7-8:30pm to enjoy the peace and beauty of the Knight Room lit only by candlelight.

Our theme for the evening will be embracing darkness, mystery and the unknown.

Everyone is welcome at UCMH!  [ … ]

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Saturday, 12/8 ~ English Dancing with Ginny Briggs

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Pride and Prejudice

English dancing is a wonderful form of social dancing, originally created in the 17th century in the British Isles. You may have noticed English dancing in movies such as Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice or Sense and Sensibility.

As a social form of dance, there is lots of interaction between dancers so it’s a great   [ … ]

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Saturday, 12/8 ~ Tween/Teen Pagan Gathering, 6pm

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Tween and Teen Esbat Group

Pagan Esbat circle is open to families of children 10 and up. This is a family centered ritual group where tweens, teens, and adults can honor the cycles of the moon and honor the male and female aspects of deity.

Leader:  Kara Nilson
Dates:  2nd Saturdays—Sept. 8-Jan. 12, 6-8:30pm
Cost:  $10 suggested donation per meeting to   [ … ]

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Saturday, 12/8 ~ Finding the Divine in Nature, 10am

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Many of us enjoy outdoor activities, but how often do we spend time in nature just being present? Cynthia Menard is leading a monthly workshop this fall focused on helping participants find and deepen their spiritual connection with the natural world.

Our group will practice mindfulness during our time in nature, focusing on being fully present   [ … ]

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So happy for my partner who has just been accepted into preliminary fellowship as a Unitarian Universalist minister. #uua #unitarian

By: (@diannao) β€”

So happy for my partner who has just been accepted into preliminary fellowship as a Unitarian Universalist minister. #uua #unitarian

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Sunday, December 2 ~ Handmade with Love

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Pinecone ornament

Handmade with Love—
Ornaments, Treats, Wreaths, and More

This Sunday, we move downstairs to Union Hall for a handmade holiday service where we create ornaments, treats, and decorations from the heart.  Join us in making natural ornaments from items such as pine cones, milkweed and feathers, as well as edible ornaments to feed birds and other   [ … ]

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Office Closed for the Holidays, Dec. 22-Jan 1

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
The Church Office will be closed for the Holidays Tuesday, Dec. 25 through Jan. 1, 2019. Office hours will resume on Wednesday, Jan. 2. Reminder, the office is always closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays. Non-Holiday Office Hours Monday: Closed Tuesday-Thursday: 10 Read More ...
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Join the Welcome Team for our Holiday services

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
From the Assistant Minister of Congregational Engagement Help Make the Season Bright: Join the Welcome Team for our Holiday services Help to make the season bright by joining the Welcome Team for our Holiday services. No experience necessary. Christmas Eve Services Read More ...
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Thursday, December 20 ~ Holiday Grief Circle

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Holiday Candles

The holidays are often a time when we most feel the loss of a loved one. In this facilitated bereavement circle, we will gather to share our memories and stories within a community of love and mutual support. You are invited to bring a photo or other item to place on an altar of memory.

People   [ … ]

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SAVE THE DATE ~ New Year's Eve Celebration!

By: Annette Ermini β€”

FreeDrum-1

Percussionist, Drum Teacher, and Event Leader, Dave Curry hosts a gathering on New Year’s Eve in appreciation for all the people who support his various drumming events throughout the year.  Because the Hudson church is an integral part of these events, Dave is extending the invitation to members of the church community to participate in this   [ … ]

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SAVE THE DATE ~ Christmas Eve Candlelight Service with Harpist, Felice Pomeranz

By: Annette Ermini β€”

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Celebrate the spirit of Christmas in a family worship service that honors the life and teachings of Jesus. Sing your favorite Christmas carols, enjoy beautiful harp music, and experience the beauty and peace of our annual candle-lighting ceremony.

Our special service features guest musician, Felice Pomeranz, an acclaimed harpist, performer, teacher, entrepreneur, and recording artist.

She   [ … ]

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my family doesn't interact with our racist homophobic sexist conservative relatives anymore, and at thanksgiving this year, the biggest statement anyone made was my potentially lesbian aunt announcing that she joined a Unitarian Universalist church

By: (@annamcenger) β€”

my family doesn’t interact with our racist homophobic sexist conservative relatives anymore, and at thanksgiving this year, the biggest statement anyone made was my potentially lesbian aunt announcing that she joined a Unitarian Universalist church

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End of year contribution information

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Financial contributions can be made online, by mail, or during our services before the end of the year. Contributions received  before or on Dec. 31 will be treated as 2018 gifts. Contributions received on Tuesday, Jan.1 or after will be treated as 2019 gifts. Read More ...
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Sacred Circle Dance: Dancing in the Light, Dec. 16

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Sunday, Dec. 16, 7-8:30 pm, social hall An evening of Sacred Circle Dance celebrating the winter solstice and return of the light. All dances are taught, no partner or experience needed. As the name suggests, the dance form is a Read More ...
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Long Nights Moon Drum Circle: Fri Dec. 21, 7 pm Social Hall

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Our Long Nights Moon Drum Circle will be Friday,  Dec. 21, 7 p.m., in the social hall Everyone is  welcome! Bring a snack to share; kids and instruments encouraged. Gather & set up at 7, opening circle at 7:30, then Read More ...
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Saturday, December 1 ~ FreeDrum, 7-10pm

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Dave Curry

FreeDrum with Dave Curry is a night of high energy freestyle drumming and dancing that welcomes all ages and skill levels.  The drumming kicks off at 7pm, and we go full throttle until about 9:45, with a short break in the middle for snacks, announcements, socializing, and maybe a group photo.  Near the end, we dial   [ … ]

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Saturday, December 1 ~ Holiday Swap and Shop (aka Holiday Free Sale), 12-4pm

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Red Holiday Ornament

Do you have a lot of things around your home that you don’t use and want to get rid of?  How about some clothes that don’t fit or a book you’ll never read?  Looking for something or know someone else who needs something?

Come by our Fifth Annual Holiday Swap and Shop (aka Holiday Free Sale)   [ … ]

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Sunday, November 25 ~ Ancient Gratitude with Guests, Jennie Mulqueen and Alla Breve Duo

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Jennie Mulqueen

This Sunday, UCMH welcomes special guest speaker, Jennie Mulqueen, who will present Ancient Gratitude.

Has giving thanks become a perfunctory ritual, a hollowed gesture? We celebrate a national Thanksgiving that has become a precursor to a season of unapologetic consumerism. As a people of faith, how can we consciously connect with authentic gratitude that might serve   [ … ]

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SciFi Movie Expedition: Aquaman, Dec. 29

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Do you like Science Fiction and Fantasy films? So do we! Join us to see the new “Aquaman” film on Saturday, Dec. 29 at the early afternoon show at 100 Oaks. The movie opens on Dec. 20 so we will Read More ...
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Christmas Eve Choir sign-up time!

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
If you love to sing and want to see what Choir is all about, here’s a great possibility for you! Christmas Eve Choir has three rehearsals prior to the big night. If you’d like to join, please click this link Read More ...
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Krampus Party

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Saturday, Dec. 8, 7 p.m., social hall Krampus is a Christmas demon or trickster Santa, so we’ll be stealing gifts with style. Costumes are encouraged, and every individual must bring a wrapped present, either $15-20 value or white elephant. We Read More ...
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Love the tinsel!

By: (@Annefesto) β€”

Love the tinsel!

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Sunday, November 18 ~ Thanksgiving Service

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Fruit Basket

Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. … It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend.  Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today and creates a vision for tomorrow.” ~ Melody Beattie

The Unitarian   [ … ]

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... as well as Mormons & lots of Christians: both orthodox & progressive. We go to a Methodist church but I'm more Universalist Unitarian, if I had to choose. Every religion has a Conservative & a Progressive wing, it seems. I'm not attracted to the exclusivity aspect. It has...

By: (@SusanTPohlmann) β€”

... as well as Mormons & lots of Christians: both orthodox & progressive. We go to a Methodist church but I’m more Universalist Unitarian, if I had to choose. Every religion has a Conservative & a Progressive wing, it seems. I’m not attracted to the exclusivity aspect. It has...

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White Supremacy Culture Webinar, Nov. 26, 7-8:30 pm

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Free webinar from SURJ (Standing Up for Racial Justice):  Of particular note is that the host is Tema Okun, one of the co-authors of the various versions of Characteristics of White Supremacy Culture that you can readily find on the internet.  The Read More ...
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International Transgender Day of Remembrance in Nashville, Nov. 15

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
International Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR), occurs annually on Nov. 20 as a day to memorialize those who have been killed as a result of anti-transgender violence. This year, we will recognize TDOR on Thursday, Nov. 15. TDOR brings attention Read More ...
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White Fragility Book Club, postponed

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Beloved Community Book Club: White Fragility by Robin Diangelo. Originally scheduled for ednesday, Nov. 28, will be rescheduled due to books being on back order . See the full description in our November newsletter on page 11. Childcare is available.  
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Social Justice Committee seeks new membersΒ 

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
FUUN Social Justice Committee seeks new members to join them in their efforts into the new year. If you have a love for Social Justice and want to make a difference, they would love to have you. Stop by their table Read More ...
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Immigration and Me, Ted talk presentation, Nov. 28

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Faith Development will present a program led by Tony Tyler, Nov. 28, 7 p.m. in the social hall titled Immigration and Me. A Ted talk will be presented followed by discussion. Join us for Wednesday night dinner and a great discussion.
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I'm a Unitarian Universalist so I don't judge other people by their God or their kind of faith!Doesn't matter what they believe,it's the forcing of those beliefs on to the rest of the country that's UnAmerican!It also reeks of fascism when you have an idiot in the WhiteHouse!

By: (@BluestateGranny) β€”

I’m a Unitarian Universalist so I don’t judge other people by their God or their kind of faith!Doesn’t matter what they believe,it’s the forcing of those beliefs on to the rest of the country that’s UnAmerican!It also reeks of fascism when you have an idiot in the WhiteHouse!

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Children's Choir starts Sunday, Nov. 11.

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
We are pleased to announce that Children’s Choir will begin rehearsing Sunday, Nov. 11 immediately following RE classes. Our new Children’s Music Coordinator, Karina Daza, is a wonderful singer/songwriter and Music Therapist with 6 years of experience teaching music to children. Please Read More ...
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Friday, November 9 ~ Second Friday Sessions with Special Musical Guest, Ergo Canto, 7-10pm+

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Tom, Leslie and Paul (Ergo Canto)
Sessions is a hybrid Open Mic, Songwriters Round Table, and Invitational JAM. We welcome your Music, Spoken Word and other Art Performances.

This month, we feature special musical guests, Ergo Canto by Doug Farrell, Linda Marks, and Terry Smith.

“Doug’s guitar work is flawless and his writing is poetic and heartfelt.
His original songs will touch   [ … ]

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Items Needed to Help Immigrants Passing Through

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
The Sanctuary and Immigration Justice Action team is seeking items to help people recently released from Immigration Detention who are passing through Nashville. Our friends with Nashville Community Defense/Workers Dignity have been helping people released from immigration detention near the Read More ...
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Interfaith Thanksgiving Concert, Nov. 18

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Together in Gratitude, Together in Song: an Interfaith Thanksgiving Concert 11-18-18 Concert flyer
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Holiday Craft Fair, Dec. 1

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Artists, craftsmen, and volunteers: The Holiday Craft Fair and Poinsettia Sale will be Saturday, Dec. 1. Whether you have only a few items to donate, or you would like to reserve an entire table for your works, we want to hear Read More ...
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Thanksgiving Dinner potluck RSVP Form

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
The annual Thanksgiving Dinner potluck will begin at noon in the social hall on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 22. The Fellowship Committee provides turkey, vegetarian main dish, mashed potatoes, gravy, dressing, and beverages. The rest of the meal is a potluck. Read More ...
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Prison Ministries of FUUN

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
“We Stand in Light, Walk in Spirit and Act in Love.” Prison Ministries of FUUN strives to build Beloved Community with incarcerated residents of TDOC (TN Dept. of Corrections) prisons by being part of a liberal religious network for people Read More ...
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That's very sad. Find a Unitarian Universalist fellowship in your area. You'll meet all kinds of cool liberal people who will embrace you.

By: (@MelissaAnn424) β€”

That's very sad. Find a Unitarian Universalist fellowship in your area. You'll meet all kinds of cool liberal people who will embrace you.

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Welcoming Team Volunteer Opportunity

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Our Sunday morning Welcome Team has openings for greeters and ushers willing to help create a welcoming environment in our sanctuary and social hall on Sunday mornings. Extroversion is not a prerequisite! If you can offer a friendly smile and Read More ...
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Red Tent Event: Caring for Ourselves & One Another, Nov. 10

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
A place for women to come together without competition, to concentrate on self-care, tell stories, and truly hear one another. Step away from life’s busyness & the emotional turmoil of the last few weeks. Enter a place of acceptance, self Read More ...
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Saturday, Nov. 10 ~ Tween and Teen Esbat Group

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Tween and Teen Esbat Group

Pagan Esbat circle is open to families of children 10 and up. This is a family centered ritual group where tweens, teens, and adults can honor the cycles of the moon and honor the male and female aspects of deity.

Leader:  Kara Nilson
Dates:  2nd Saturdays—Sept. 8-Jan. 12, 6-8:30pm
Cost:  $10 suggested donation per meeting to   [ … ]

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Saturday, Nov. 10 ~ English Dancing for All Levels!

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Pride and Prejudice

English dancing is a wonderful form of social dancing, originally created in the 17th century in the British Isles. You may have noticed English dancing in movies such as Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice or Sense and Sensibility.

As a social form of dance, there is lots of interaction between dancers so it’s a great   [ … ]

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Saturday, Nov. 10 ~ Red Tent, "Own Your Crone"

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Red Tent

Hudson, MA Red Tent Gatherings:
Celebrating Over 7 Years of Sharing Our Stories and Creating Community!

The Red Tent movement, inspired by Anita Diamant’s fictional story, The Red Tent, supports women in reclaiming the gifts of community as we gather together to co-create intimate, woman-centered, secular Safe Space.  Here we share stories, wisdom, laughter, connection, and   [ … ]

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New! Kids Yoga Class ~ Begins November 6

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Yoga classes in Croydon for all ages, plus pre- and post-natal mums


Kids Yoga (Ages 8-12) with Certified Instructor, Bonnie Pierce

UCMH is pleased to offer Kids Yoga Classes with Bonnie Pierce, a certified Kidding Around Yoga (KAY) teacher. KAY is a style of yoga that introduces children to many traditional aspects of yoga including yoga poses, breathing techniques, guided relaxation, and mediation. KAY also realizes that kids   [ … ]

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Sunday, November 4 ~ Special Samhain Service

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Pumpkins and Gourds

Join our Sunday Worship Service, November 4 at 10:30am to honor Samhain.

Samhain, translated from Old Irish as “Summer’s End,” is a pagan festival marking the end of harvest season. With life falling back in preparation for the winter, the Gaels believed that the border between this world and the other world became thin on Samhain.   [ … ]

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Community Memorial Service at The Temple, Monday, Oct. 29, 6pm

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Dear friends – It is with profound sadness that I’m writing to let you know of the Community Memorial Service to be held at The Temple on Monday evening, Oct. 29, 6 pm. We will gather our Nashville community together Read More ...
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Office Help Wanted:

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
The office relies heavily on our amazing volunteers to help out by answer the phone, greeting guests and assist with easy special projects. We are looking to add to our team! Volunteers serve one day a week – either morning Read More ...
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Thanksgiving Holiday office closure, Nov. 22 and 23

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
The Church Office will be closed Thursday, Nov. 22 and Friday, Nov. 23 to allow staff time to celebrate the Thanksgiving Holiday with their families. Office hours will resume on Tuesday, Nov. 27.  It will also be closed for the Read More ...
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The Longest Night, Dec. 19

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
The Longest Night is an original multidisciplinary, multicultural celebration of the Winter Solstice incorporating spoken word, choral ensemble, congregational vocals and modern dance with the concept of renewal. Jason Shelton, artistic director of Portara Ensemble, brings together a variety of Nashville-area artists, musicians, dancers Read More ...
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Rev. Gail quoted in the Tennessean, Oct. 24, 2018 p18A

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
With regards to the Community Oversight Board Referendum “I’d like to call people that I serve that this is good, and this is going to build relationships in this community and trust, which is so needed.” “This is going to Read More ...
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Invitation to share your musical talents with FUUN

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
You are invited to share your musical talents in our worship services. Our new collaborative pianist, Holling Smith-Borne, would enjoy working with you to perform a musical selection during Sunday morning services. He has several years of experience accompanying state Read More ...
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Invitation to share your musical talents with FUUN

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
You are invited to share your musical talents in our worship services. Our new collaborative pianist, Holling Smith-Borne, would enjoy working with you to perform a musical selection during Sunday morning services. He has several years of experience accompanying state Read More ...
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No Wednesday Night Dinner on Oct. 31

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Wednesday Night Dinner Oct. 31 has been cancelled because of Halloween. There is only one Faith Development class scheduled for that night and streets will be even busier than usual. The dinners will resume on Nov. 7.
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Provide Dinner for Safe Haven Family Shelter, Nov. 20

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
If you are interested in providing part of a meal for the families at the Safe Haven Family Shelter, please sign up at the Social Justice Table or online at signup.com/go/PqzDpvH. For more information about the shelter see safehaven.org. Dinner Read More ...
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Order your Poinsettias now

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Holiday Craft Fair and Poinsettia Sale  The annual Holiday Craft Fair and Poinsettia Sale will be Saturday, Dec. 1,  9 a.m.—4 p.m.  Crafts, baked goods and, of course, poinsettias will be available. However, be sure to pre-order* your favorite poinsettia Read More ...
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Open Adult Samhain Circle ~ Saturday, October 27

By: Annette Ermini β€”

The-Eleusinian-Mysteries

The Society of Elder Faiths (SEF), a Massachusetts-based Pagan spiritual community, is hosting an open Samhain Circle for adults on Saturday, October 27.  Our focus this year will be on the Greek Eleusinian Mysteries.

This will be a serious magical/spiritual working for all involved and as such is not appropriate for children.

Doors open at 6pm   [ … ]

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Every religion in the world adopt the Unitarian Universalist perspective! Religious wars & justification for terrorism would be a thing of the past.

By: (@kathleenannvic1) β€”

Every religion in the world adopt the Unitarian Universalist perspective! Religious wars & justification for terrorism would be a thing of the past.

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Victoria Harris' amazing pooch graces the library homepage

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
” Grateful for your pawesome work with the community, Victoria!” -Lóre Stevens
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Fall 2018 Chalice Lighter call for Horizon UU Church, Texas until Dec. 15

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
October 15, 2018 Dear Chalice Lighters and Friends, The Fall 2018 Chalice Lighter call for our Southwest geographical area has been awarded to  Horizon UU Church, Texas. Chalice Lighter funding will help the congregation launch a new community garden on their campus. Read More ...
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Mid-week Message from our Lead Minister, Oct. 16

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
“The Living Tradition we share draws from many sources: (#1 of 6) Direct experience of that transcending mystery and wonder, affirmed in all cultures, which moves us to renewal of the spirit and an openness to the forces that create Read More ...
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Volunteer Opportunity for Wednesday Night Dinner

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Assistance with cleanup Wednesday dinner clean up Oct. 17 – Dec. 5, excluding Nov. 21.  Time Commitment is 6-8 p.m. per dinner depending on how many volunteers help out. Dinners begin at 6 and end by 7 p.m.  Tasks include Read More ...
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The jackass makes this pacifist UnitarianUniversalist want to smack somebody!!He's a cancer on our people!

By: (@BluestateGranny) β€”

The jackass makes this pacifist UnitarianUniversalist want to smack somebody!!He’s a cancer on our people!

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Halloween Storytelling with Organ Accompaniment ~ Thursday, October 25

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Halloween Votives

Spooky organ music accompanies our annual Halloween storytelling. Swing by the church during Hudson’s Downtown Trick-or-Treat and you will surely be treated, not tricked!  Great for kids of all ages as well as the young at heart.

Leader:
Rev. Alice Anacheka-Nasemann

Date:
Thursday, October 25, 4-6pm

Cost:
Free, donations gratefully accepted.

Location:
UCMH Sanctuary  [ … ]

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Preaching for Parishioners ~ Begins October 23

By: Annette Ermini β€”

Alice

Do you have a sermon in you?

This class will walk participants through the process of writing and delivering a sermon. Together we will consider topics such as the purpose of worship, the role of the sermon, and tips for public speaking. Graduates of the class will have the opportunity to preach their sermons next summer.  [ … ]

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Identity Discernment Task Force

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Please take 2 minutes to complete this brief survey. This survey will help the The Identity Discernment Task Force assess one of several options being considered for the future of our congregation. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DXHFDL5
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Room in the Inn Starts Nov. 2, join in this volunteer opportunity

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
We start hosting Room in the Inn on Friday, Nov. 2 and we need your help!  We will host Nov. 2, 16, and the 21st (the Wednesday before Thanksgiving). We need food, drivers, hosts, and laundry. We also need our Read More ...
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Sunday, October 14 ~ Stories of Immigration and Arrival ~ Worship and Explorations Covenant Group

By: Annette Ermini β€”
Lady Liberty 2009
How did you family come to be in the US? Were they seeking Refuge? Prosperity? Freedom? Do you have ancestors who were forcibly brought here as part of the slave trade? If you have indigenous roots, what’s the story of your ancestors’ migrations and displacements?
This Sunday we will explore and share our stories of immigration   [ … ]

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Lead Minister Open Office Hours

By: Sheri DiGiovanna β€”
Second Sunday of month 12:30-2:30 p.m. for the next few months starting Oct. 14 in the Fireside Room. Inviting you for informal 10-20 minute one-on-one conversations with lead minister, on first come basis.
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