Week of Events
Deadline to Submit Spring Service Auction Offerings
Spring Auction Deadline to submit offerings is Friday, June 7! It is time again for the ever-popular Spring Service Auction! We are again planning a fundraiser centered on goods and services. It’s a chance to pick up some great items, household help, and getaways. Please submit your offerings by email to FUUSMauction@gmail.com or contact the church office at 508-947-1935 by June 7. Be sure to include a detailed description of your offer including quantities, limitations, a picture (if possible) and suggested minimum bid. The auction will kick off on Friday, June 14, at noon and run until Sunday, June 29,
Reflections on Thirty Years of Ministry
Reflections on Thirty Years of Ministry
Rev. Peter Connolly preaching As in any profession, in ministry there are ups and downs, successes and failures. Our stories help shape us and may provide lessons for others. Today, Rev. Connolly provides stories. And the lessons? The Chalice Choir will be singing “Love Has Already Won” by UU composer Jason Shelton.
Religious Exploration
Religious Exploration
This year we all worked together, even the adolescents, to “Build Bears of Wholeness.” We built teddy bears together and took them out monthly to add badges representing parts of our learning and our values. The badges included “Grow your Dreams,” “Listen to Life,” “Fostering Community” and “Share Your Blessings.” Everyone received bears, everyone received badges and everyone shared ideas and values about what went into being a whole person. The Youth Group met and started a mural that had the elements of "Air, Earth, Water and Fire" as part of the "Sing to the Power" curriculum. We shared songs
Chalice Choir Rehearsal
Chalice Choir Rehearsal
The Chalice Choir is a volunteer group that meets in the Parish Hall on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 to 8:30. This choir sings every other Sunday from a wide variety of choral anthems, most set in four parts: soprano, alto, tenor, and bass. Membership is open but limited. Please contact Susan Hotchkiss for more information.
Order of Service Deadline
Order of Service Deadline
Please submit your Order of Service information to office@uumiddleboro.org by 12:00 noon.
Meditation Group
Meditation Group
A Meditation Group meets every Wednesday in the Parlor from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. See Rev. Peter Connolly.
RE Committee
RE Committee
The RE Committee is meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall. We also meet on Zoom. Contact Kelly Lownds, DRE, if you would like to join the RE Committee meeting. The current committee members are Christine Hoyle, Chris Dargelis and Kelly Lownds. New members are welcome. Please reach out to dre@uumiddleboro.org if you are interested in helping our group.
Governance Meeting on Zoom
Music Committee on Zoom
Music Committee on Zoom
The Music Committee meets on the first Wednesday of every month. Contact Bet Giddings if you would like the Zoom link to join the Music Committee meeting.
New Moon Meditation on Zoom
New Moon Meditation on Zoom
with Natalie Johnson https://zoom.us/j/95622160223 This month's New Moon falls in the sign of Gemini, the Cosmic Twins. Those born under this sign are the natural communicators of the Zodiac. They thrive in the company of others, sharing thoughts, ideas and opinions. Somewhat mercurial, they tend to take flight easily and often, flitting from flower to flower, disseminating their wisdom but never staying too long in any one location… a quick sip of sweetness for themselves, delivery of pollen for the flower, then it is off to the next opportunity. Join us this night as we consider the ways in which Gemini
Gardening Work Party
Gardening Work Party
Join the gardeners on Saturday, June 8, from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m. as we tidy-up the memorial garden and Main Street pinecones! Bring your favorite tools: gloves, clippers, rake, etc.
Peace, Justice & Equality Vigil
Peace, Justice & Equality Vigil
We continue scheduling weekly ½ hour vigils on Saturday mornings from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon on the church lawn. All are invited to join in. Contact Dody Adkins-Perry with any questions.
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