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Sunday Morning ONLINE Service at 10:30am
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, Beth Sperry, Heather Cleland-Host, and Melanie Willison. Here's a video on how to install the Zoom app. Please contact Wendy Altmeier, [email protected], if you have issues connecting or you need help with installing.
For upcoming Sunday Services, click here.
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This Week at the Fellowship
Many teams and groups have decided to meet via Zoom instead of face to face during this time. Please contact your team/group leader if you need further guidance. If you have any questions about upcoming events, please email the office or call 989-631-1162.
All meetings listed below are via Zoom unless stated otherwise.
| Sun 3/22 |
10:30am |
Sunday Service (Zoom/YouTube) |
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12:00pm |
Worship Team Meeting |
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12:30pm |
LOVE Racial Justice Group |
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1:00pm |
Sunday Religious Education |
| Mon 3/23 |
2:00pm |
Reading Hour |
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7:00pm |
Bedtime Story |
| Tue 3/24 |
10:00am |
Becoming Women of Wisdom |
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2:00pm |
Reading Hour |
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3:00pm |
Kids Hanging Out |
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7:00pm |
Bedtime Story |
| Wed 3/25 |
12:00pm |
Staff Meeting |
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2:00pm |
Reading Hour |
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5:00pm |
Three Jewels Sangha Tea and Meditation |
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7:00pm |
Bedtime Story |
| Thu 3/26 |
2:00pm |
Reading Hour |
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3:00pm |
Kids Hanging Out |
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5:15pm |
Covenant Group Facilitators Meeting |
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7:00pm |
Bedtime Story |
| Fri 3/26 |
10:30am |
Pastoral Care Team Meeting |
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2:00pm |
Reading Hour |
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7:00pm |
Bedtime Story |
Calendar
Reserve a space.
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Ordination Installation and Dinner
The ordination and installation of John Eric Severson, minister of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Midland, has been postponed and will be rescheduled.
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Circle Dinners
Although the Circle Dinners planned for April would provide needed fellowship for us all, the Engagement Team is postponing the dinners until health conditions improve. Thank you to our hosts and everyone who planned to attend.
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Virtual Tea with the Minister
Since we are not meeting in person regularly, if you would like to connect casually with our minister, Eric Severson, he will be holding virtual tea sessions via Zoom, per the schedule below. Please add one or more to your calendar if you wish. If you would prefer to schedule a private conversation, click here.
Morning Tea with the Minister: Tuesdays at 10:00am
Afternoon Tea with the Minister: Thursdays at 2:00pm
Evening Tea with the Minister: Saturdays at 7:00pm
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Upcoming Services
March Theme - "Freedom & Responsibility"
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
To Be Announced.
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Religious Education Connections
To contact Director of Lifespan Religious Education Heather Cleland-Host, email [email protected] or call 989-423-5932.
To help our members and families continue their spiritual exploration, we are rolling out the following creative ways to connect with one another. Check them out next week!
Our office assistant, Wendy Altmeier, and Director of Lifespan Religious Education, Heather Cleland-Host, are holding daily story times. (This coming week we are switching to weekdays only.)
2:00pm – “Reading Hour,” with Wendy Altmeier. Children are invited to read to each other.
7:00pm – “Bedtime Story,” hosted by Heather Cleland-Host. Children and adults are invited to sign up for a night and read a story before bedtime. If you are interested, join the Facebook Group and connect with us. If you are interested in reading stories to children, contact Heather.
This site is for sharing ideas for families who are homebound in the Mid-Michigan Region. This is for those moments when we need something to do and are all out of ideas. It is also a place where you can share ideas! Post educational links to resources from your school systems, virtual zoos, and
other resources. Offer your ideas for outdoor options, crafts, and activities (especially ones that can
be redone or reused). Please feel free to share information about food resources, free internet
providers, and other supportive resources in the area as well!
Parents and children are invited to gather together. We will begin with an orientation and scheduling. We will end with time for children to do an activity together. KIDS: Bring your homemade chalice to share!
Join our Zoom meeting at https://zoom.us/j/264184667
Meeting ID: 264 184 667
Dial in: +1 301 715 8592 US
4. “Kids Hanging Out” – Tuesday, March 24, and Thursday, March 26, at 3:00pm via Zoom. This is an opportunity for K-12 kids to get together and socialize. We will coordinate whiteboard or online activities to allow our younger members to stay connected. This week will be hosted by Heather Cleland-Host. Future weeks will be hosted or co-hosted by other parents.
Meeting ID: 818 648 525
Dial in: +1 301 715 8592 US
5. A “Writing as a Spiritual Practice” class is still in the works. Until then, start today by keeping a daily journal. Write down something each day: a poem, a sentence, observations, a funny incident, or just a list. It is up to you!
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2020 General Assembly
Rhode Island Convention Center and Omni Providence (Headquarter Hotel)
Providence, RI
June 24-28, 2020
Adult full-time registration is $400 through March 15.
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!
**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
Zoom Meeting
April 18, 2020
Please save the date for our upcoming Regional Assembly, which will be held ONLINE 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.
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 main 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
Chris Nakamura
Member-At-Large
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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.
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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
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