Month: May 2012

Engaging Sacred Curiosity and Flower Ceremony, May 27, 2012

Posted on by MaryBeth Hannan

Led by Christie Anderson and Worship Associate Trish McLoughlin –  We will continue to share the results from the recent congregational survey as we continue to explore who we are as a faith community.

This Sunday is also our annual flower celebration.  If you are able, please bring a flower stem to church to share as part of our flower communion.  Even if you are unable to bring a flower, please join us as there will be extra flowers.  The children will be having their own Flower Ceremony in the RE classroom.  Each child should bring a cut flower or two for when they go to their RE class at 11:15.

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Special “Pick-up Choir For All Ages” singing at Plum Creek, June 10!

Posted on by MaryBeth Hannan

Have you always wanted to try singing in the choir, but weren’t ready for the commitment.  Here’s your chance!  We are forming a “Pick-Up choir for all ages” to sing at our annual church picnic at Plum Creek.  Only 1 one-hour rehearsal. Sunday,  June 3 at 6:30 pm.  C’mon, give it a try!   Hope to see you there, Hal

 

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Recycle your Electronics and Small Appliances

Posted on by MaryBeth Hannan

The KentHogwarts School is in need of any unwanted electrical or mechanical small appliances; for example: vacuum, kitchen appliances, old computer equipment, typewriters.  All donations will be greatly appreciated.   Please bring your items to church and deposit in the box located in Fessenden Hall. Deadline to donate is June 6th.   Please contact John Bores with any questions.

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How Spirit Moves Us, May 20, 2012

Posted on by MaryBeth Hannan

Led by Christie Anderson and Lois Weir – What varying religious beliefs are held by our congregation members? What do members think about our worship? How has the spiritual profile of the congregation changed over the past decade? We will share the results from the recent congregational survey and explore who we are as a faith community. Lyrics to “My Congregation” sung at this service appear below.

(A parody of the Who’s “My Generation”)

Falwell tries, to put us down; We won’t take it, lying down
Hank Thoreau is our hero; Next to him, Calvin’s a zero.

Talkin’ ’bout my congregation . . .

Open minds, we light our chalice; Open hearts, we have no malice
Got no creed and no dogma; we have seven principles

Talkin’ ’bout my congregation . . .

Read our minds, on our bumpers; You won’t find no, bible thumpers
Long hair short hair butch or baldin’; All together we look for Walden

Talkin’ ’bout my congregation . . .

We don’t have no bible school; Hogwarts is our teaching tool.
Down to earth, never stuffy; We get high on fair trade coffee

Talkin’ ’bout my congregation . . .

Vegetarian, gluten free; Organically grown, non-dairee
Muslim, Buddhist, liberal Christian; Humanist, Atheist, Pagan, Wiccan

Talkin’ ’bout my congregation . . .

We are gay and we are proud; We wear our politics, very loud
– Recycle and don’t pollute; ride a bike to summer institute
Save the whale, save the lion; Save us from Mitt Romney’s lyin’

Talkin’ ’bout my congregation . . .

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May 28th, last Family Movie Night until fall, Fessenden Hall, 7-9:00 P.M.

Posted on by UU Church of Kent

Our last family movie night will be devoted to that old favorite, SINBAD THE SAILOR! We will begin with a cartoon, “Popeye meets Sinbad the Sailor, then, the legendary dancer GENE KELLY takes on Sinbad in a combination of live action and dance from the 1950 feature film “Invitation to the Dance”. Then comes our feature, “The Golden Voyage of Sinbad” from the famous special effects artist Ray Harryhausen, add in a few surprises, and a good time will be had by all. This is a pot luck affair, so feel free to bring in your favorite movie food.

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Creations of Curiosity: Arts Sunday, May 13, 2012

Posted on by MaryBeth Hannan

Led by The Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Worship Associate Dani Beale –

Curiosity has been heralded as a virtue. Curiosity is the desire to learn or know something; it is the impetus that lies behind so much of our exploration and discovery. This morning we will explore the connections between curiosity, imagination and creation.

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Church Fundraiser: Tupperware

Posted on by MaryBeth Hannan

You may have heard, the church is hosting a Tupperware Fundraiser.  The fundraiser will remain open for one week, May 6 – 13, 2012 so you can look at the latest catalog and show it to family & friends and collect orders.  All orders and payments are due May 13th.  And for your convenience, anyone can shop our fundraiser online!  Click here if you are interested in looking at the newest Tupperware products, once the page is open click on the pink link that says: Shop at this party online!  If you find you need anything and order from our website our church will earn 25% of the sale!  The party ends on May 13th and any orders placed online will be shipped to you directly within a few days.  Thanks for looking and feel free to pass this information along to anyone and everyone you think might also like to look at what’s new with Tupperware these days!  If you have any questions, feel free to email me via the Church Office:  [email protected]   Thanks again, Meg

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Nurturing Curiosity, May 6, 2012

Posted on by MaryBeth Hannan

Led by: Director of Religious Education Karen Lapidus, our children and the Religious Education teachers – Our Religious Education program is not one that teaches a prescribed set of beliefs, but rather one that encourages curiosity in our children and youth so that they are guided to decide for themselves what they must do to live a life of purpose and meaning. Religious Education Sunday is the time when the children share with the congregation what they have experienced throughout the year. During the 9:30 service, there will be a bridging ceremony to mark major development milestones for many of our children and youth. The 11:15 service will include presentations from each of the classes as well as a ceremony of appreciation for our teachers. Join us for what will surely be a lively, fun-filled worship experience.

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Tupperware Party – Church Fundraising Event

Posted on by MaryBeth Hannan

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Hi!

You may have heard, the church is hosting a Tupperware Fundraiser this Sunday, May 6th at 12:30pm in Fessenden Hall.  The fundraiser will remain open for one week so you can look at the latest catalog and show it to family & friends and collect orders.  But, if you can’t make it that day, or know someone who may need some Tupperware and doesn’t attend our church, you or they can shop our fundraiser online!

Click here if you are interested in looking at the newest Tupperware products, once the page is open click on the pink link that says: Shop at this party online! , it’s on the left side after my name, Meg.

If you find you need anything and order from our website our church will earn 25% of the sale!  The party ends on May 13th and any orders placed online will be shipped to you directly within a few days.

Thanks for looking and feel free to pass this information along to anyone and everyone you think might also like to look at what’s new with Tupperware these days!

If you have any questions, feel free to email me via the Church Office:  [email protected]

Thanks again,

Meg

 

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Reminder This Friday – The Man From Earth

Posted on by Dan Flippo

Please join us for Spiritual Cinema on Friday, May 4 at 7:00 PM. We will watch the independent motion picture, “Jerome Bixby’s The Man From Earth” (2007). The movie is 89 minutes and will be followed by a short discussion of some of the topics raised by the movie. Dan Flippo has volunteered to screen the movie in his home and has room for at least 14 people. Please click his address for a map or directions: 2650 Easthaven Drive, Hudson, OH 44236

Producer’s Description

What would you think if you found out that someone you knew had been around since the dawn of man? What questions would you ask and what mysteries could they unmask? Join seven skeptical scholars on a riveting journey as they uncover the history of man through one of their close friends, who reveals he was born 14 millennia prior.

An impromptu goodbye party for Professor John Oldman becomes a mysterious and intense interrogation after the retiring scholar reveals to his colleagues he is an immortal who has walked the earth for 14,000 years. Learn the mysteries of science, religion, and human culture as Oldman takes you on this incredible journey spanning time and space while never leaving the confines of his living room. Friendships are strained and faith is tested when Oldman reveals his secret. His friends, not realizing the gift that has been bestowed upon them, subject their colleague to a harsh psychoanalysis, questioning his ethics as he tests their beliefs.

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