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Sunday Morning Service at 10:30am
March 1
"Personal Rights and Responsibilities" Many of us take for granted our ability to speak out when we feel the need. But what happens when one's safety, or even life, is threatened? What is the responsible thing to do? What is the right thing to do? Fellowship friend Sohail Qamar, who has traveled with his family to over 33 countries, will share powerful anecdotes about personal rights worldwide and the role of responsibility. Sohail Qamar speaking.
For upcoming Sunday Services, click here.
Please remember to silence your phones and that only covered drinks are allowed in the sanctuary.
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This Week at the Fellowship
Fellowship Office Hours
The Fellowship Office is normally open Tuesdays through Thursdays, from 9:30am until 2:30pm. If you have any questions about upcoming events, please email the office or call 989-631-1162.
| Sat 2/29 |
7:00pm |
Euchre and Game Night FUNdraiser |
| Sun 3/1 |
10:30am |
Sunday Service |
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12:15pm |
Soup Luncheon |
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7:00pm |
AA Meeting (rental) |
| Tue 3/3 |
6:00pm |
Finance Committee Meeting |
| Wed 2/26 |
12:00pm |
Staff Meeting |
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5:00pm |
Three Jewels Sangha Tea and Meditation |
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7:00pm |
Choir Rehearsal |
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8:00pm |
AA Meeting (rental) |
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Calendar
Reserve a space.
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ORDINATION AND INSTALLATION
NEWS
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RSVP for Eric's Ordination/Installation
The ordination and installation of John Eric Severson, minister of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Midland, is fast approaching. There are many ways you can help! If you’d like to volunteer your time or talents, please contact Beth Sperry.
If you’d like to contribute financially to the campaign, donations are accepted online or you can write a check payable to UUFoM and write “Severson Ordination Campaign” on the memo line. All checks written to the Fellowship are tax-deductible. Donations in excess of ordination expenses will be split between the Endowment Fund and a local food bank.
Please click here to RSVP by March 8 to both the ceremony (at UUFoM) and the reception dinner (at the United Church of Christ)
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Lend a Hand with the Ordination Dinner
The menu is set and most of the organizing is done. We are expecting to serve 125-150 people at Eric's ordination reception dinner. Now we need volunteers to provide appetizers and desserts.
We also need a few main dish cooks, other kitchen helpers (sous chef, anyone?), as well as smilers, chatters, and food servers. (No one will have to bus used dishes, and there is a dishwasher!) If you can help with this special event, please talk with Amy Rogers, Mary Johnson, Vicki Rothhaar, Marsha McDonald, Beth Sperry, or Rosie Mulford. Thank you!
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Upcoming Services
March Theme - "Freedom & Responsibility"
March 1
"Personal Rights and Responsibilities" Many of us take for granted our ability to speak out when we feel the need. But what happens when one's safety, or even life, is threatened? What is the responsible thing to do? What is the right thing to do? Fellowship friend Sohail Qamar, who has traveled with his family to over 33 countries, will share powerful anecdotes about personal rights worldwide and the role of responsibility. Sohail Qamar speaking.
March 8
"What Is Freedom For?" Millions fought and died so that we might be free. But free from what? For what? How do we balance freedom and responsibility? Let's move beyond the esoteric to some practical solutions. Led by Eric Severson, Minister.
March 15
"Unless" The beauty and bounty of summer begins with a tiny bud on a branch, or with a tiny plant emerging from a seed and thrusting through the soil to the sun. We will explore the power and responsibility we have as individuals to change the world, for better or worse. Unless we take those first steps, a journey never begins. Join us to find the promise in the word "unless." This is a multigenerational service. Led by Eric Severson, Minister, and Heather Cleland-Host, Director of Lifespan Religious Education.
March 22
"The Credibility Gap" Public figures often make promises they can't keep. But, too often, there also is a gap between our own intentions and actions. Let's consider ways in which we might hold elected officials accountable and improve our own credibility. Led by Eric Severson, Minister.
March 29
"Ordination: Legacies and Opportunities" Under the Unitarian Universalist system of polity, our congregation has the right and responsibility -- the duty and privilege -- to call, ordain, and install its own minister. We've done so multiple times in the past. Let's consider this awesome responsibility as we prepare to do it again, later in the day. Shannon Sonoras, Board President, speaking. (Reminder: Eric Severson's ordination and installation will take place at 3:00pm. RSVP here.)
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Soup Luncheon
The UUFoM Endowment Fund Committee invites you to a Soup Luncheon on Sunday, March 1,
at 12:15pm. Come and enjoy good food and learn about the Endowment Fund’s investments and purpose.
The committee encourages all members to come to learn more about the fund, contributing
$1.00 or more to the Endowment Fund, thus making it grow and become a part of the long-term financial growth of UUFoM.
Sign up here!
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Mouse Invasion
We have a mouse invasion in the religious education wing where classes are held. We are crating all snacks in sealed plastic containers to keep out the mice. We are also asking everyone to help us!
If you are using food to entice attendees to your meetings, please avoid enticing mice by leaving food and plates. After meetings and/or classes, please empty the trash can in your room if it contains any food remains. Finally, please do not load plates from the coffee hour snacks and take them upstairs for children. These plates are often forgotten and left as an irresistible temptation for mice. Enjoy your snacks downstairs after the service with everyone else! Thank you!
If you have any questions about food waste disposal, please contact Sandy Hay.
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Kids' Cookie Hour
Sundays 11:45am to 12:15pm
There will be dedicated tables in the Hall during coffee hour.
The Lifespan Religious Education Team invites one and all to get to know the children of the Fellowship by joining them at dedicated tables during Sunday coffee hour. We will be setting up additional tables for use by children and adults who would like to get to know each other. We would like to have 2-3 adults sitting with the children each week. You can sign up (located at the Events table) or just show up! When you do, introduce yourself and find out the name of your snack companions. Either way, be sure to add your names to the Kids' Cookie Hour table mats! For questions, see Heather Cleland-Host, Director of Lifespan Religious Education.
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Office Schedule
Monday: Website updates, general updates
Tuesday: Newsletter
Wednesday: Order of Service
Thursday: Accounts payable; Announcements
Deadlines
Newsletter articles, written Announcement articles and Order of Service due Mondays.
If you have any questions, please contact Wendy Altmeier, Office Administrator.
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Tiny Tidbits
Support UUFoM While Shopping at Amazon and Kroger.
We're accumulating items in the coat room again. Please remove anything that might be yours before March 15.
 There are two hearing aid headphones available for use during Sunday services. If you would like to use one, please let an usher know at least five minutes before the service.
Wi-fi password for the Fellowship is yellowdeer807.
 Connect with other members and friends!
You can access the Member Directory on the password-protected Member section of the website. The Member Directory contains names and contact information for all members and pledging friends. Please notify the office if you need to change your information or you do not wish your information to appear in the online directory.
The Weekly Candle Flame is published each Friday. Submission deadline is Monday for Friday's publication. Please send submissions to Wendy Altmeier, Office Assistant, at [email protected].
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2020 General Assembly
Rhode Island Convention Center and Omni Providence (Headquarter Hotel)
Providence, RI
June 24-28, 2020
General Assembly (GA) is the annual meeting of our Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA). Attendees worship, witness, learn, connect, and make policy for the Association through democratic process. Anyone may attend; congregations must certify annually to send voting delegates.
Early Registration Open!
Adult full-time registration is $400 through March 15.
NEW! Registration Payment Plan: With a $50 down-payment, the cost of registration can be paid over the course of several weeks. Final payment must be received by February 29, 2020. When the final registation is complete, special consideration for dormitory lodging bundles, financial aid and volunteer opportunities will become available.
**If you are interested in becoming a delegate, please contact Shannon Sonoras or Beth Sperry.**
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2020 MidAmerica Regional Assembly - Registration Open
The Unitarian Universalist Church, Rockford, IL
April 18, 2020
Please save the date for our upcoming Regional Assembly, which will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Church, Rockford, IL, on Saturday, April 18, 2020. Our keynote speaker will be Taquiena Boston, Special Advisor to the UUA President for Institutional Inclusion, Equity, and Change. The day will feature worship, the annual business meeting, lunch, keynote presentation, and select workshops. On Friday evening, April 17, the UU Church in Rockford will graciously host an evening gathering for those in town.
Please click below for information about Regional Assembly including pricing, hotel information, our schedule of events, workshop information, how to register, and much more: https://www.uua.org/midamerica/ra/2020.
**If you are interested in becoming a delegate, please contact Shannon Sonoras or Beth Sperry.**
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 Maintenance Requests
If you notice a burned-out light bulb or a needed repair, please fill out a Maintenance Request form, located in the rack outside the office, and return it to the top slot. Our sexton, Sandy Hay, will fix the problem as soon as possible. Please note that Sandy does not work on Sundays.
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Shannon Sonoras
President
Beth Sperry
President-Elect
Marsha McDonald
Secretary
Vicki Rothhaar
Treasurer
Pat Calahan
Member-At-Large
Chris Nakamura
Member-At-Large
Monica Hughes
Nominating
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Pastoral Care Ministry Team
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March Contact: Gisela Bailey 989-708-1344
Our Pastoral Care Ministry Team is here for you. We can provide a meal, a ride, some respite or a supportive ear and a cup of coffee.
We maintain a volunteer list where you can identify ways to help a Fellowship member in need. Please click here to fill out the Pastoral Care Volunteer Form online.
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Fellowship Office Hours
Tuesday - 9:30am-2:00pm
Wednesday - 9:30am-2:00pm
Thursday - 9:30am-11:00am
Eric Severson
Minister
Office Hours
Tuesday - Thursday 11:00am-3:00pm
Other times by appointment.
[email protected]
(608) 738-2694
Unavailable Mondays, except in emergencies.
In case of a pastoral emergency, call anytime.
Heather Cleland-Host
Director of Lifespan Religious Education
Office Hours by appointment only
[email protected]
Wendy Altmeier
Office Assistant
Office Hours
Monday - Thursday 9:30am-3:00pm
December Hours
Tuesday-Thursday 9:30am-3:00pm
[email protected]
(989) 631-1162
Sandy Hay
Sexton
[email protected]
(918) 698-0311
In case of building emergency, call anytime
Andrew Schulz
Choir Director
Melanie Willison
Accompanist
Jan Shea
Nursery Caregiver
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