Week of Events
Flower Communion and Celebration Sunday
Flower Communion and Celebration Sunday
Rev. Peter Connolly preaching Probably more than in any other denomination, the success of a church in the Unitarian Universalist tradition depends on the active involvement of its members. Today we celebrate and give thanks for the many ways our members contribute to our success. Please bring a flower to add to our gorgeous bouquet. The Elsie Gaudette Award will be presented this morning. The Chalice Choir will be singing Omnia Sol.
Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony
Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony
In Bridgewater Center in front of the Academy Building with student and adult speakers from the African American community and a musical performance. UU Middleboro folks who attended last year said it was very moving. Co-sponsored by BCCR. https://www.bccrcivilrights.org/whats-next.html
Book Discussion Group on Zoom
Book Discussion Group on Zoom
SUMMER READINGS: The UU Book Club will continue to meet over the summer. Meetings will be the third Monday of each month, 3:30- 4:30, by ZOOM. Book Club members will be emailed the ZOOM link a few days before each meeting. Our readings will be: June 17-- Nature's Best Hope by Doug Tallamy-- Cate Vanzant facilitatingJuly 15--The Last Green Valley by Mark Sullivan--Linda Thompson facilitatingAugust 19--The Lioness of Boston by Emily Franklin--Lois facilitatingSeptember 16--title TBD-- Ed Priest to facilitate. If you are not on the Book Club's email list, but would like to join us for the discussion, please contact Lois Aldrich
Teen LGBTQ+ Peer Support and Social Group
Teen LGBTQ+ Peer Support and Social Group
36 North Bedford Street, East Bridgewater, 2nd floor, 2nd door on the left This group is an opportunity to get to know your peers, support one another, share challenges, celebrate, seek support, play games & be; 978-809-2245, speak or text to "J"
Adult LGBTQ+ Peer Support and Social Group
Adult LGBTQ+ Peer Support and Social Group
36 North Bedford Street, East Bridgewater, 2nd floor, 2nd door on the left This is a group for queer adults to gather, find support, share, socialize and build community. 978-809-2245, speak or text to "J"
Peaceful Quilters
Lay Ministry on Zoom
Lay Ministry on Zoom
Help is available to assist with meals and more during illnesses or other family emergencies. You are always invited to call or visit our minister to discuss any matter of concern to you.
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.
Parish Committee Meeting
Parish Committee Meeting
All members and friends are invited to attend the Parish Committee Meeting.
Unpacking a History of Systemic Racism in the American Education System
Unpacking a History of Systemic Racism in the American Education System
Author/Educator Talk with Tiffany Jewell at the Middleborough Public Library on Zoom Author Tiffany Jewell highlights the inequities Black and Brown students face from preschool through college as she presents lessons and knowledge from her new book Everything I Learned About Racism I Learned in School. Tiffany Jewell is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of This Book Is Anti-Racist and The Antiracist Kid. Jewell is a Black biracial writer, twin sister, first generation American, cisgender mama, anti-bias antiracist (ABAR) educator. She is currently working on multiple book projects for readers of all ages. The talk is free but you must register: https://libraryc.org/midlib/49311?uMarketingSource=_LSC_IEN_04_4
Full Moon Meditation on Zoom
Full Moon Meditation on Zoom
with Natalie Johnson https://zoom.us/j/98280583473 Tonight’s Full Moon falls in the sign of Cancer, the quintessential Earth Mother. We also celebrate Summer Solstice, the longest day when the sun is at its zenith in the sky, and after which the days will slowly being to slide toward the dark half of the year. The Wheel turns once again; and although we enjoy an abundance of fruits, vegetables, herbs and flowers at this time, we can sense that change is in the air. We are continuously moved through the cycles of life and reminded at every season of the trajectory we all
Book Launch – Kimberly French Being Held in the Parish Hall!
Book Launch – Kimberly French Being Held in the Parish Hall!
A talk and reception with our own Kimberly French who coauthored, with Nancy Schwoyer and the late Rosemary Haughton, Radical Hospitality: Transforming Shelter, Home, and Community. Foreward by Chuck Collins.
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.
Annual Juneteenth Celebration
Annual Juneteenth Celebration
Celebration, commemoration, education. Speakers. Food and craft vendors. A partial list of entertainers includes Khakatay West African drumming and the Woodard Duo (jazz+). Children’s activities include puppet making, cookie decorating, and a Juneteenth story book trail.
be; Open House
be; Open House
36 North Bedford St, East Bridgewater, second door on left, first and second floor. Together with the other organizations they share their new space with Readings, reiki and massage. Refreshments provided by Bracks Grille & Tap and The Girls Brewery. Swag bags for the first 30 visitors. https://be-community.org/
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