The first Sunday in June is designated in BUUF’s bylaws as the congregational Annua l Meeting. The 2020 Annual Meeting will take place on Sunday\, June 7th\, at 10:30 AM. This year’s meeting will be held via Zoom. We will use this t ime to:

Members\, Voting Members\, and Friends o f BUUF are invited to attend the Annual Meeting\, which takes the place of our usual Sunday service. To prepare\, everyone is encouraged to review all available reports and proposals prior to the meeting. The following it ems can be found on our website:

Only 2019-202 0 voting members are eligible to vote at the meeting. (Please click on thi s link to see if you are a 2019-2020 voting member. ) The directions for joining the meeting will be sent out June 6th to ever yone on our “Order of Service” email list.

Due to the added time r equirements and complications when conducting a meeting via Zoom\, guideli nes for discussion will be introduced. Everyone will have the opportunity to participate in discussions with a two-minute time limit. Participants w ill be asked to mute their lines when not speaking. Those calling on land lines will be unmuted at appropriate times and asked if they would like to speak. Voting may take a bit longer than usual\, but every eligible vote will be counted.

If you have any questions prior to the meeting or cannot access the online meeting documents\, please contact Joanne Krette k at office@berrienuu.org for help. See you on Sunday for BUUF’s annual ex ercise in democracy!

Start your we ekend off with a short guided meditation. Afterwards we will continue to e xplore mindfulness through a creative practice. Please bring any arts & cr aft tools you may have on hand: crayons\, markers\, watercolor.

This Sunday\, June 14th is “GLBTQ Celebration Day” at BUUF. As usual\, BUUFers will sha re their perspectives with music\, poetry\, story\, and message. Zoom in f or a meaningful\, spirited\, and inspirational hour.

The Z oom link\, Meeting ID and password will be sent out on Saturday with the e mailed Order of Service. Please check your inbox! If you don’t re ceive the Order of Service by end of day Saturday\, please email Joanne Kr ettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886.

“When all Americans are treated as equal\, no matter who they are or whom they love\, we are all more free.” –Barack Obama

The creative process of this workshop includes steps to build awareness. It wi ll begin with a short mindful exercise. You will need: paper\, glue or glu e stick\, collage materials (magazines\, pages from books\, drawings or sc ribbles)\, and will possibly use paint\, markers or crayon.

Please email: dre@berrienuu.org if you wo uld like to attend or have any questions.

Joi n us this Sunday\, June 21st\, for a celebration of Summer Solstice\, the beginning of summer and the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisp here. During Summer Solstice\, we acknowledge the sun’s essential role in life and give thanks for long days that produce the annual harvest.

“Ô\, Sunlight! The most precious gold to be found on Earth.”
\n― Roman Payne

Our next commu nity book read is Building Bridges Across the Racial Divide by ou r friends\, Larry & Sandy Feldman. We will gather by Zoom on Wednesday\, J une 24th 7-9pm to discuss the book\, ask questions\, and hear a short talk from Larry & Sandy.

From Google Books: “Building Bridges Acro ss the Racial Divide offers a hopeful view of how well-constructed di versity initiatives can combat entrenched racial prejudice and segregation in American life. This book provides an extensive review of research on m ethods for reducing stereotypes and prejudice and describes multiple initi atives designed to reduce the negative effects of racial separation by bri nging together children\, teens\, and adults from different racial groups to share a variety of positive experiences.”

Copies of the book ar e available through Forever Books and many of our congregation al ready own a copy and might be able to loan it out.

Email dre@berrienuu.org with any questions\, if yo u have a copy you’d be willing to loan out or are in need of a loaned copy .

Larry Feldman\, M.D.\, a nd Sandy Feldman\, M.S.W.\, are diversity educators and consultants \, adjunct instructors at Lake Michigan College\, and practicing psychothe rapists. They have been honored for their work in race relations by Andrew s University\, Lake Michigan College\, United Way\, the Race Relations Cou ncil\, the Council for World Class Communities\, and the League of Women V oters.

This Sunday\, June 28t h\, in lieu of a regular BUUF Sunday service\, you are invited to join a l ivestream of the UUA’s General Assembly Sunday Morning Service. The servic e will run from 10 to 11 AM Eastern time. It is the largest annual gatheri ng of UUs joining in worship\, and it is a great opportunity to engage wit h the larger UU community.

Rev. Joan Javier-Duval will deliver the sermon at the 2020 General Assembly Sunday Morning Worship. She serves as Minister of the Unitarian Church of Montpelier\, VT. She is the daughter of immigrants from the Philippines\, mother of a kindergartener\, and spou se of a proud Vermonter. Beauty\, gratitude\, and love are at the heart of her faithful striving for collective liberation and a thriving planet. Re v. Mykal Slack and Benjie Messer will also speak during the service.

The worship service will be available via livestream on the UUA’s websi te. Please use the following link: https://www.uua.org/ga/off-site/2020/sunday-worship . The Order of Service will be emailed separately later this week.

Additional General Assembly events are also available for public view ing. They include:

Service of the Living Tradition: The Ministries and Faith Developm ent Staff Group invites you to join this service where we honor those who have died\, recognize those who have completed active service\, and welcom e those who have received fellowship\, credentialed\, or certified status in the past year. Thursday\, June 25th\, 6 to 7 PM Eastern time.

< a href='https://www.uua.org/ga/off-site/2020/synergy'>Synergy Bridging Wor ship: This is a transformative multigenerational worship. Come be insp ired and illuminated at a celebration of treasured worship elements\, rite s of passage and brilliant contemporary musical performances. Friday\, Jun e 26th\, 6 to 7 PM Eastern time.

Unveil your i nner god/goddess and the knowledge they want you to claim. It will be a mi ndfully creative process with no art skill required. You will need: paper\ , and any craft materials you have on hand: paint\, markers\, crayon\, col lage materials etc.

Please email: dre@berrienuu.org if you would like to attend or have any questions .

Next Sunday\, July 5th is Black Lives Matter Sunday at BUUF. We have\, in an expanded service\, three guest speakers for that da y. Dr. Darryl Heller Director of the South Bend Civil rig hts Heritage Center\, assistant professor of Women’s and Gender Studies an d a member of Black Lives Matter- South Bend\, will speak on ”Reparation a s a way to Heal Society.”

Rev. Rudy Gourdine\, retired Presbyte rian Minister\, will speak on his family’s experience with racism during W WII. Rudy spent the last 30 years of his ministry as a chaplain for the c hronically mentally ill at Oaklawn Community Mental Health Center\, Elkhar t\, Indiana.

Our own Tracie Crenshaw (pictured at right) will bring us “A Vision in Memphis.”

K atharine Lion\, our Director of Religious Education\, will tell t he Story for all Ages. And\, as usual\, The BUUF Musicians will have some great music for us.

This is an important service\, arranged by Rev. Jim McConnell. Log-in details will be emailed out on Sa turday\, July 4th. If you are not on the distribution list and want to att end\, please email Joanne at office@berrienuu.org. Please invite friends\, family and interested community members to attend.

“Kendi takes readers through a widening circle of antiracist ideas—from the most basic concepts to visionary possibilities—that will help readers see all forms of racism clearly\, understand their poisonous consequences \, and work to oppose them in our systems and in ourselves. Kendi weaves a n electrifying combination of ethics\, history\, law\, and science with hi s own personal story of awakening to antiracism. This is an essential work for anyone who wants to go beyond the awareness of racism to the next ste p: contributing to the formation of a just and equitable society.” -Pengui n Random House.

Zen-doodling i s a kind of meditative repetitive drawing. It is self-soothing\, simple to do and teaches owning our mistakes by incorporating mistakes into the who le image. You will need: paper and a pen or marker.

Please email: dre@berrienuu.org if you would like to attend or have any questions.

This week\, Joan G is offering two Zoom classes where you can lea rn and practice the simple hand signs to the “Enter\, Rejoice and Come In” song. This way\, we can “sing” together on zoom with all the lovely hands and faces. It’s easy and fun to do! Both children and adults are encourag ed to attend a session.

During COVID\, UU Congregations across the state of Michigan (including Berrien U U) have found an opportunity to come together like never before.

T housands of Unitarian Universalists will meet in cyberspace for online wor ship on Sunday\, July 12^t^h\ , 2020 at 10:30 AM\, hosted by Northwest Unitarian Univer salist Congregation of Southfield.

Over 20 Michig an Unitarian Universalist congregations have worked together to c reate a joint worship experience with the theme “What have we discovered about remaining hopeful in the midst of the unknown that we can sustain into the future?” Each congregation is pre-recordin g an element of the service\, including music\, readings\, and a homily. ( Berrien UU is recording the chalice lighting portion of the service\, with help from our RE children).

The service will be broadcast via Zoom and streamed on Facebook and YouTube on Sunday morning\ , July 12^th. Zoom meeting details will be sent out to BUUF subs cribers in advance of the service.

Following the service\, there w ill be a break-out room coffee hour\, randomly assigned so that small grou ps of people\, each from a different area of Michigan\, can reflect with e ach other in an intimate setting.

The offering collected online du ring the service will go entirely to The Unitarian Universalist Trauma Response Ministry (UUTRM) and < a href='https://www.blacklivesuu.com/'>Black Lives UU (BLUU). Thank yo u\, Joshua Berg (service coordinator) and Lisa Fuller (BUUF representative )!

Join us for a s hort\, relaxing guided meditation. Afterwards we will do a creative mindfu lness exercise. You will need: paper and any craft materials you have on h and.

Please email: dr e@berrienuu.org if you would like to attend or have any questions.

This week\, Joan G is offering a Zoom class where you can le arn and practice the simple hand signs to the “Enter\, Rejoice and Come In ” song. This way\, we can “sing” together on zoom with all the lovely hand s and faces. It’s easy and fun to do! Both children and adults are encoura ged to attend.

If you have been feeling anxiety over the current brokenness of our nation\, this service might bring you some hope.

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200719T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200719T113000 LOCATION:Zoom Meeting SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Make America Great: For Real” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-make-america-great-for-real/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/07/MLK.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0 .wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/MLK.png?fit=410%2C219&ssl =1\;410\;219\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2020/07/MLK.png?fit=750%2C400&ssl=1\;750\;400\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12576@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121615Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:

< p>For July’s racial justice community book read\, we’re reading Ibram X. K endi’s How to be an Antiracist. We’ll meet weekly to discuss the re ading\, four-five chapters at a time. Feel free to join in the discussion even if you haven’t read the material. The book is available in hard copy\ , kindle or as audio file.

Please email: dre@berrienuu.org for Zoom login.

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200723T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200723T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Community Book Read: “How to be an Antiracist” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-community-book-read-how-to-b e-an-antiracist/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/06/How-to-Be-an-Antiracist-Book.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;1 50\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/ How-to-Be-an-Antiracist-Book.png?fit=410%2C283&ssl=1\;410\;283\;1\,large\; https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/How-to-Be-an-An tiracist-Book.png?fit=626%2C432&ssl=1\;626\;432\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12577@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121615Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:

This week we will be focusing on small details which can bring big awareness. There wi ll be a short drawing practice followed by a short writing practice. You w ill need paper and any drawing/writing tools you wish to use.

Plea se email: dre@berrienuu.org if you would like to attend or have any questions.

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200725T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200725T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Creative Mindfulness” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-creative-mindfulness-2 / X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/07/Mindfulness-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\; https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Mindfulness-1.p ng?fit=410%2C309&ssl=1\;410\;309\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.or g/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Mindfulness-1.png?fit=632%2C476&ssl=1\;632\;4 76\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12574@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121615Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:

This Sunday\, July 26th\, the theme of our service is: Humanity\, Nature\, and Consciousn ess. Rev. Jim McConnell will bring a message titled: Turtle Stories \, Harvey Johnson will enlighten us with his interpretation of the Dr Seuss classic\, Yertle the Turtle\, Jim Fuller and Lisa Quinlan wil l share their thoughts on nature and consciousness\, and Nan Lundeen will bring us a poem. And of course\, the BUUF Musicians will have some great music for us. See you there.

The Zoom lin k\, Meeting ID and password will be sent out on Saturday with the emailed Order of Service. Please check your inbox! If you don’t receive t he Order of Service by end of day Saturday\, please email Joanne Krettek a t office@berrienuu.org or call h er at 269-612-8886.

Image caption: “All the thoughts of a turtle are turtle.”

– Ralph Waldo Emerson

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200726T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200726T113000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Humanity\, Nature and Consciousness” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-humanity-nature-and-consciou sness/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/07/Turtle.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https:/ /i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Turtle.png?fit=410%2C2 31&ssl=1\;410\;231\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/u ploads/2020/07/Turtle.png?fit=576%2C324&ssl=1\;576\;324\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12610@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121615Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Interfaith Action of Southwest Michigan\; https://swmichinterfaith. org/no-longer-strangers DESCRIPTION:

Interfaith Action of Southwest Michigan launched a nine-month p rogram on Migrants and the Theology of Migration in June.

The next session in the series takes place on July 29 th at 6pm. BUUFer Dr. Clark Gilpin\, Dean Emeritus of the University of Chicago Divinity School\, will provide an assessment of the theme of migration in different faith traditions\, titled “We Are All Mig rants: Stories of Migration\, Exile\, and Journey in World Religions.”

Dr. Gilpin will explore the striking importance of “the migrant\,” “t he exile\,” and “the refugee” as representations of religious identity in many of the major religious traditions. He will encourage participants to think about their personal religious life as a journey of migration. Think ing of oneself as a migrant-in-this-world sets up a different relationship to “actual” migrants within our community. Dr Gilpin will further explore how this understanding of one’s self as a migrant might impact worship\, social activism\, and interfaith relations. Following Dr Gilpin’s presenta tion\, responses will be provided by Sondra Levin of Temple B’Nai Shalom\, Zahid Saleem of the Islamic Association of SW Michigan and Rev Jeffrey Hu bers of First Congregational Church of St Joseph. General discussion will follow. The program is also sponsored by Berrien Immigrant Solidarity Net work.

The meeting login information is as follows:
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Topic: Migration Series- Session #2
\nTim e: Wednesday\, Jul 29\, 2020\, 6PM
\nJoin Zoo m Meeting:
\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/8805124972 2?pwd=YzNGMlJTeUcxc3lFN0RiSFV2QTBTZz09
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Meeting ID: 880 5 124 9722
\nPassword: 843286
\nDial by your location:
\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
\n+1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Hous ton)
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\nTo learn more about the other sessi ons in the Theology and Current Realities of Migration Series\, check out Interfaith Action’s website: https://swmichinterfai th.org/no-longer-strangers

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200729T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200729T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Zoom Program: “Stories of Migration\, Exile and Journey in World Re ligions” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/zoom-program-stories-of-migration-exile-and -journey-in-world-religions/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2015/07/6954FA39-A26D-470E-9370-A0F3804D7706.jpeg?resize=150%2C150&ssl= 1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2015/07/6954FA39-A26D-470E-9370-A0F3804D7706.jpeg?fit=410%2C145&ssl=1\;41 0\;145\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/ 07/6954FA39-A26D-470E-9370-A0F3804D7706.jpeg?fit=1024%2C361&ssl=1\;1024\;3 61\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/69 54FA39-A26D-470E-9370-A0F3804D7706.jpeg?fit=1200%2C423&ssl=1\;1200\;423\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12597@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121615Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:

< p>For July’s racial justice community book read\, we’re reading Ibram X. K endi’s How to be an Antiracist. Join us for our last meeting discus sing this wonderful book\, even if you haven’t read the material. The book is available in hard copy\, kindle or as audio file.

Please email : dre@berrienuu.org for the Zoom lo gin.

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200730T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200730T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Community Book Read: “How to Be an Antiracist” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-community-book-read-how-to-b e-an-antiracist-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/06/How-to-Be-an-Antiracist-Book.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;1 50\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/ How-to-Be-an-Antiracist-Book.png?fit=410%2C283&ssl=1\;410\;283\;1\,large\; https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/How-to-Be-an-An tiracist-Book.png?fit=626%2C432&ssl=1\;626\;432\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:20200801T090000-377a4fqa9cqk1akujumi0ilg8c_R20151205T140000@google.com DTSTAMP:20230607T121615Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:

BUUFers prepare and serve lunch at the Benton Harbor Soup Ki tchen.

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200801T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200801T120000 LOCATION:233 Michigan St\, Benton Harbor\, MI 49022\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:BH Soup Kitchen URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/bh-soup-kitchen/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-6171@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121615Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:

Berrien U U Fellowship serves lunch at the Benton Harb or Soup Kitchen the first Saturday of every even-numbered month (Febru ary\, April\, June\, August\, October and December). Berrien UU volunteers prepare the meal\, greet guests and help clean up the kitchen. This is a terrific opportunity to serve the greater community\, support our Social J ustice mission and enjoy the company of fellow BUUFers and guests at the k itchen. Rev. Jim McConnell generously leads the group in planning the meal and dessert and he will gladly find a role for all volunteers\, whether t hey’ve helped dozens of times or this is their first time. Please consider coming to the Soup Kitchen to help\, even if it’s only for an hour or two .

The Soup Kitchen is located at 233 Michigan Street in Benton Har bor.

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200801T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200801T130000 LOCATION:Benton Harbor Soup Kitchen @ 233 Michigan Street\, Benton Harbor\, MI 49022 RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;INTERVAL=2;BYDAY=1SA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Prepare and Serve Lunch at Benton Harbor Soup Kitchen URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/prepare-and-serve-lunch-at-benton-harbor-so up-kitchen-3/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2015/07/Jim-Making-Pizzas.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medi um\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Jim-Making- Pizzas.jpg?fit=406%2C410&ssl=1\;406\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berr ienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Jim-Making-Pizzas.jpg?fit=990%2C1000& ssl=1\;990\;1000\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12607@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121615Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:

The Wheel of the Year is an ancient method whereby Northern agrarian societies marked t he turning of the seasons. For this week’s mindfulness workshop\, we will be creating our own wheel of the year and celebrating Lammas Day\, which u ses symbols like: sheaves of grain\, garlic braids\, sunflowers and corn. You will need: Paper or primed canvas/board\, other craft materials like: paint\, marker\, pencil\, coloring pencils.

Please email: dre@berrienuu.org if you would like to atte nd or have any questions.

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200801T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200801T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Wheel of the Year” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-wheel-of-the-year/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/07/Mindfulness-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\; https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Mindfulness-2.p ng?fit=410%2C410&ssl=1\;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.or g/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Mindfulness-2.png?fit=466%2C466&ssl=1\;466\;4 66\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12595@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121615Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:

This Sunda y\, August 2nd\, the theme of the service is Healing the Political Divi de in America. In his sermon\, “How Would You Talk Politics with Your Grandmother?” Rev. Jim McConnell will examine the dynamics of political d ivision in America and propose some things we can do to heal our country a nd our personal relationships. Additionally\, June Blackwell and Rev. Roge r Brewin will share readings\, and Charles Long will sit in the Poet’s Cor ner. The BUUF Musicians\, Ralph Heibutzki and Joan Guilfoyle will share so me special music\, Nico Rojas and Katharine Lion will have a Story for All Ages\, and The La Fleur Family will light and extinguish our Chalice.\n

Join on Zoom. Invite someone with whom you a re in political disagreement.

The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and password will be sent out on Saturday with the emailed Order of Service. Please check your inbox! If you don’t receive the Order of Service by end of day Saturday\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886.

“A house divided against itsel f cannot stand.” Abraham Lincoln

“Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation\ ; every city or house divided against itself shall not stand.” Jesus

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200802T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200802T113000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Healing the Political Divide in America” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-healing-the-political-divide -in-america/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/07/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sunday-Service .png?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sunday-Service.png?fit=705%2C470&ssl=1\;705 \;470\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12602@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121615Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:

Join a free webinar to learn how you can best participate in your CCL Chapter.

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Ever wonder how you can best use your time and talents to participate in your local Michigan CCL chapter o r our statewide efforts? Find out in this conversation with Elizabeth Dell \, Great Lakes Regional Coordinator\, and CCL leaders from across Michigan . They’ll help fellow Michiganders understand how to plug into CCL’s “Five Levers of Political Will.”

If you are new to CCL\, we ask you to do some homework before the training. Please register for our Informational Session which you can join live every Wednesday at 8 pm ET or watch the recording. This will provide important background on CCL and the legislation we supp ort. It’s a great refresher for any volunteer!

Please RSVP to obtain the Zoom meeti ng information.

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200805T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200805T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Learn to Build Political Will Using CCL’s Five Levers with CCL Mich igan URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/learn-to-build-political-will-using-ccls-fi ve-levers-with-ccl-michigan/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2015/07/CCL.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0 .wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/CCL.png?fit=410%2C68&ssl= 1\;410\;68\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2 015/07/CCL.png?fit=1024%2C170&ssl=1\;1024\;170\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com /berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/CCL.png?fit=1216%2C202&ssl=1\;12 16\;202\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12623@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121615Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:

The Mindfulness Workshop group is gathering at our regular time to hang out together. Thi s time could be used to work on a mindful creative project\, do some medit ation or just hang out. Joan Guilfoyle will be leading this non-workshop.< /p>\n

Please email: jguildc25@yahoo .com if you would like to attend.

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200808T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200808T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Mindful Hangout” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-mindful-hangout/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/08/Mindfulness.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;ht tps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Mindfulness.png?f it=410%2C408&ssl=1\;410\;408\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp -content/uploads/2020/08/Mindfulness.png?fit=520%2C518&ssl=1\;520\;518\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12619@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121615Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:

This Sunday\, August 9th\, we will embark on our new monthly theme\, “Ethics and Morali ty.” Glen Smith will speak on the ethics of business and Dr. Larry Feldman will speak on ethics in medicine. Additionally\, Katie and Michelle McHa le will light the chalice\, Eleanor Lownds will share a Story for All Ages \, and The BUUF Musicians will have some inspirational music. Rev. Jim McC onnell will bring a sermon titled\, “Not Enough.”

The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and password will be sent out on Saturday with the emai led Order of Service. Please check your inbox! If you don’t recei ve the Order of Service by end of day Saturday\, please email Joanne Krett ek at office@berrienuu.org or ca ll her at 269-612-8886.

See you there.

“Beauty wi thout grace is the hook without the bait.”

Ralph Wald o Emerson

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200809T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200809T113000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Not Enough” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-not-enough/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/08/SundayService.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\; https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/SundayService.p ng?fit=410%2C410&ssl=1\;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.or g/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/SundayService.png?fit=1000%2C1000&ssl=1\;1000 \;1000\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12646@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121615Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:

Unwind the we ek with a relaxing mindful watercolor practice. No art skill required. You will need: durable paper – watercolor paper or cardstock\, watercolor pai nts (kids pan set)\, brush(es)\, 2 containers of water\, napkin\, hairdrye r.

Please email: dre@berrienuu. org if you would like to attend or have any questions.

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200815T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200815T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Mindful Watercolors” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-mindful-watercolors/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/08/Mindfulness-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\; https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Mindfulness-1.p ng?fit=410%2C309&ssl=1\;410\;309\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.or g/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Mindfulness-1.png?fit=608%2C458&ssl=1\;608\;4 58\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12641@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121615Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:

This Sund ay\, August 16th\, is Blessing of the Animals Sunday. We will have a cerem ony blessing the animals in our lives. If you have a special pet and woul d like him or her to be blessed\, you can show your pet to us on Zoom by h olding him or her up to your computer’s camera. If your special animal is a large animal like a horse or an elephant\, or is deceased\, you can just show us a picture. Additionally\, Suzi Smith and Julie Williams will be o ur readers\, Will La Fleur will have a special Story for All Ages\, Charle s and Dorothy Long will light the Chalice\, and the BUUF Musicians will br ing us some more great music. Rev. McConnell’s sermon is titled “My Pet Ch icken.”

This is one of our most important service s of the year. Zoom in this Sunday.

The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and password will be sent out on Saturday with the emailed Order of Service. Please check your inbox! If you don’t r eceive the Order of Service by end of day Saturday\, please email Joanne K rettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886.

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200816T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200816T113000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Blessing of the Animals” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-blessing-of-the-animals-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/08/SundayService-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium \;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/SundayService -1.png?fit=410%2C356&ssl=1\;410\;356\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienu u.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/SundayService-1.png?fit=450%2C391&ssl=1\; 450\;391\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12663@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121615Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Larry & Sandy Feldman\; sandyandlarryfeldman@hotmail.com DESCRIPTION:

Larry & Sandy Feldman and Clark & Nancy Gilpin invite you to the next meeting of t he Race Relations Council / Calling All Colors\, taking place this coming Wednesday\, August 19th\, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.

The agenda for this meeting will be:

Reactions to Kamala Harris’s historic Vice Presidential nomination
The statu s of the Black Lives Matter mural project in St. Joseph (the vote was post poned until Monday\, 8-24)
Disparities between schools in Benton Harbor and surrounding communities – in general and specifically in regar d to virtual learning. What can be done to reduce these disparities?
Health disparities between Black and White individuals – will Govern or Whitmer’s recent order help? (please read the article in this link): https://www.moodyonthemarket.com/gov-whitmer-signs-exec-directiv e-addressing-racism-as-a-public-health-crisis/
Update on the proposed Michigan Justice System Taskforce reforms (please read the linke d article about the justice system in Berrien County: https://www.aclumich.or g/en/news/covid-19-and-racism-why-55-berrien-county-jail-population-now-bl ack?fbclid=IwAR2AxBfeWpnb8idaQtoayJMU6wZV6o0pI-HkBJdpUb_VuKIvPY5kcs6d1jI

Discussion of Robin De Angelo’s article on systemic racism an d White people’s “niceness”: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/201 9/jan/16/racial-inequality-niceness-white-people

All God’s Child ren Choir and Calling All Colors update – programs and finances

Psychology of Stereotypes and Prejudice Course at LMC

To j oin the meeting\, please email office@berrienuu.org or Nancy Gilpin at nyg ilpin@gmail.com for the Zoom login information.

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200819T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200819T193000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Race Relations Council / Calling All Colors Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/race-relations-council-calling-all-colors-m eeting/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/08/Calling-All-Colors.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,med ium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Calling-Al l-Colors.png?fit=410%2C410&ssl=1\;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/be rrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Calling-All-Colors.png?fit=553%2C55 3&ssl=1\;553\;553\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12658@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joan Guilfoyle\; secretary@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:

Four hundred years ago this Thursda y\, August 20th\, the first known instance of human beings sold for food a nd other ship’s supplies took place on the eastern shore of what would bec ome the State of Virginia. It was 1619. Over the next 246 years\, t he enslaved workforce in America grew to be where the country’s wealth resided. At its peak\, the economic worth of slavery was more than the value of all the railroads and all the factories in the nation. Since then\, the weight of untold injustices is still upon us today.

Our service will strive to both educate ourselves and inspire thinkin g into how we today\, in the aftermath of the worldwide outrage over Georg e Floyd’s murder\, can begin to make amends for these historical wrongs. A s in our BLM service last month\, we will be again joined by Dr. Darryl He ller\, Director of the Civil Rights Heritage Center in South Bend\, and Re gina Williams-Preston\, educator\, President of the St. Joseph County Comm unity Forum for Economic Justice and Coordinator for the South Bend Empowe rment Zone. A host of BUUF friends and members will contribute music\, son g and words to help us explore questions and possible answers on issues of racial\, economic and social justice. Please join us.

Thi s service will be held over Zoom. The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and p assword will be sent out on Saturday with the emailed Order of Service. Pl ease check your inbox! If you don’t receive the Order of Service by end of day Saturday\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienu u.org or call her at 269-612-8886.

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200823T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200823T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “My Daddy Changed the World” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-my-daddy-changed-the-world/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/08/Sunday-Service-Photo-2.jpeg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1 \,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Sunda y-Service-Photo-2.jpeg?fit=410%2C308&ssl=1\;410\;308\;1\,large\;https://i0 .wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Sunday-Service-Photo-2.jp eg?fit=640%2C480&ssl=1\;640\;480\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12665@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:

Senator Stabeno w has generously agreed to a statewide meeting with Citizens’ Climate Lobb y (CCL) members! This will be a great opportunity to build the group’s rel ationship with the Senator and to learn more about her thoughts on effecti ve climate policy. As background\, she has authored a comprehensive report : Climate Crisis and Michigan Report\, is a member of the Senate Climate Solutions Caucus\ , and recently co-sponsored the Growing Climate Solutions Act.

Th e online meeting is Tuesday\, August 25\, 6:50-7:30pm. Participants are as ked to register for the event (register by clicking here). There’s no cha rge. When you register you will receive login information as well as a lin k to submit climate legislation questions you hope the Senator addresses.< /p> DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200825T185000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200825T193000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:CCL Statewide Meeting with Senator Stabenow URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/ccl-statewide-meeting-with-senator-stabenow / X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2015/07/CCL.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0 .wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/CCL.png?fit=410%2C68&ssl= 1\;410\;68\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2 015/07/CCL.png?fit=1024%2C170&ssl=1\;1024\;170\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com /berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/CCL.png?fit=1216%2C202&ssl=1\;12 16\;202\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12704@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:

You are invited to join in this PEACEFUL and SAFE protest. Participants will rally in sol idarity AGAINST Police brutality and ALL injustices done to the vulnerable \, demanding JUSTICE for us here and across the country. If you plan on at tending\, PLEASE…. remember to adhere to the Governor’s Executive Order on social distancing and wearing masks. We want to stay safe and keep others safe as well!

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200829T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200829T170000 LOCATION:Dwight Pete Mitchell Park SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Benton Harbor & St. Joseph Unity Rally URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/benton-harbor-st-joseph-unity-rally/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/08/Unity-Rally.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;ht tps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Unity-Rally.jpg?f it=410%2C410&ssl=1\;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp -content/uploads/2020/08/Unity-Rally.jpg?fit=960%2C960&ssl=1\;960\;960\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12661@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:

BUUFers traditiona lly get together the weekend before Labor Day to celebrate summer\, enjoy one another’s company\, and greet the return to regular Sunday services\, committee work and RE classes. This year we will continue this tradition i n a modified fashion.

Marilyn and Fred Klawiter have invited all B UUFers to a socially distanced gathering at their home. “We’d welcome any size group\, including families with kids\, out on our deck overlooking th e river. We have plenty of chairs. Fish really have been jumping in the r iver lately\, so if parents are okay with the idea\, they’re welcome to br ing rods and bait along so they and their kids can fish from the dock. We can have basketball and croquet ready\, too\, if anyone is interested. Be st of all\, though? Seeing and talking with people in person. We look for ward to it.”

To protect one another’s health and comply with Covid restrictions\, the event will be held entirely outdoors. Unrelated indivi duals will be asked to stand 6 feet apart while interacting (or wear masks ). And in a break from our tradition of a potluck buffet\, BUUFers will ea ch be asked to bring their own drinks\, snacks and eating utensils.

\n< p>Please let us know if you can attend by emailing Joanne at office@berrie nuu.org. And many\, many thanks to Fred & Marilyn for offering to host thi s event!

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200829T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200829T200000 LOCATION:Home of Marilyn Klawiter @ 11809 N. Redbud Trail\, Buchanan\, MI SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Socially Distanced Outdoor Gathering Klawiter-Style URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/socially-distanced-outdoor-gathering-klawit er-style/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/08/IMG_0054.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https ://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/IMG_0054.jpg?fit=410 %2C308&ssl=1\;410\;308\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-conte nt/uploads/2020/08/IMG_0054.jpg?fit=1024%2C768&ssl=1\;1024\;768\;1\,full\; https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/IMG_0054.jpg?fi t=1333%2C1000&ssl=1\;1333\;1000\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12680@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:

This Sunda y\, August 30th\, Clark Gilpin will bring a message titled “We Are All Mig rants.” Additionally\, Jim McConnell will examine how to avoid the “Hate T rap” that some politicians lay by using fear to scapegoat migrants and ref ugees. We will also have a poignant Story for All Ages titled T he Journey by Francesca Sanna\, and the BUUF Musicians will bring us s ome wonderful music. Zoom in to Join us.

The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and password will be sent out on Saturday with the emailed Order of Service. Please check your inbox! If you don ’t receive the Order of Service by end of day Saturday\, please email Joan ne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886.\n

Image Caption: Four and one half million immigrants from Sub-Saharan Africa “legally” live in Europe. Approximately 8 million live there “illegally.” The above picture was probably taken in Greece. The immigrants pictured are probably from Somalia or Eritrea.

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200830T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200830T113000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “We Are All Migrants” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-we-are-all-migrants/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/08/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Sunday-Service .png?fit=410%2C274&ssl=1\;410\;274\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Sunday-Service.png?fit=760%2C507&ssl=1\;760 \;507\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12732@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\ , September 6th\, to commemorate Labor Day\, the theme of our service will be “Work.” Jim Fuller will share the spiritual dimension of his work and Candice Elders will talk about being a working mother. Rev. Jim McConnell will talk about the importance of work for emotional health in his sermon titled\, “The Soul of Work.” Additionally\, we will have a Story for All A ges which talks about the history of workers in America\, Glen Smith will talk to us about the endowment fund\, and the BUFF Musicians will bring th eir usual inspiring and uplifting music. Zoom on in.
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The Z oom link\, Meeting ID and password will be sent out on Saturday with the e mailed Order of Service. Please check your inbox! If you don’t re ceive the Order of Service by end of day Saturday\, please email Joanne Kr ettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200906T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200906T113000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Commemorating Labor Day” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-commemorating-labor-day/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/09/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sunday-Service .png?fit=236%2C300&ssl=1\;236\;300\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12751@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Clark Gilpin\; wgilpin@uchicago.edu DESCRIPTION:
The next Social Justice Committee meeting will be held this Thursday\, September 10th\, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. If you would like to joi n this meeting\, please contact Clark or Nancy Gilpin for the Zoom meeting details.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200910T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200910T193000 LOCATION:Zoom Meeting SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Social Justice Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/social-justice-committee-meeting-4/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12748@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunda y\, September 13th\, we will celebrate our annual “Mingling of the Waters Ceremony” and our “Blessing of the Backpacks Ceremony.” Joanne Krettek and Janice Zerfas\, with the help of Lois Krettek and Oliver Rojas\, will off iciate at the “Mingling of the Waters” and Rev. Jim McConnell will officia te at the “Blessing of the Backpacks.” The young ones will be asked to sha re what they want to put in their actual backpacks as they begin the schoo l year and the adults are invited to share what they carry in their metaph orical backpacks that is really important for living a meaningful\, soulfu l life. Items for metaphorical backpacks might include songs\, poetry\, me mories\, stories of overcoming adversity\, remembrance of a mother’s love\ , or any number of things that brings forth Soul. Additionally\, Rev. McCo nnell will share one of the things he carries in his metaphorical backpack \, in a 90 second sermon\, and the BUUF Musicians will have some really gr eat music. Join on Zoom.
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The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and pa ssword will be sent out on Saturday with the emailed Order of Service. Ple ase check your inbox! If you don’t receive the Order of Service b y end of day Saturday\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu .org or call her at 269-612-8886.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200913T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200913T113000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Water Communion & Blessing of the Backpacks” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-water-communion-blessing-of- the-backpacks/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/09/Sunday-Service-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sunday-Servi ce-1.png?fit=410%2C410&ssl=1\;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=1000%2C1000&ss l=1\;1000\;1000\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12684@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Join us for an evening discussion of John Lewis’ autobiography\, Walking wi th the Wind: A Memoir of the Movement. Feel free to join in the discu ssion if you’ve read one chapter\, none or the whole book!
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“Fo rty years ago\, a teenaged boy stepped off a cotton farm in Alabama and in to the epicenter of the struggle for civil rights in America\, where he ha s remained to this day (until his death this past July)\, committed to the nonviolent ideals of his mentor Martin Luther King and the movement they both served. John Lewis’s life\, which he tells with charm\, warmth\, and toughness\, ranges across the battlefields of the civil rights movement.”< /em>
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Consider supporting our local bookstore\, Forever Books when ordering your copy!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200917T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200917T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Book Club Discussion: “Walking with the Wind: A Memo ir of the Movement” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-book-club-discussion-walking -with-the-wind-a-memoir-of-the-movement-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/08/Walking-with-the-Wind.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\, medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Walking -with-the-Wind.png?fit=270%2C410&ssl=1\;270\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp. com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Walking-with-the-Wind.png?fit =358%2C544&ssl=1\;358\;544\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12772@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
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BUUF children are invited to a socially-distanced outdoor workshop with Diane Gibbons and Linda Lobi k. Children will learn about native plants and why they are important to n ative species like the monarch butterfly. Children will also learn about h ow and why certain animal species migrate in the fall. For added fun\, bri ng any flowers from your yard for identification and discussion during the workshop. Due to Covid\, please plan to wear masks\, eat before arriving\ , and bring a water bottle if needed. Let’s enjoy and learn about nature i n BUUF’s native gardens and grounds!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200919T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200919T153000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St. Joseph\, Michigan 49085 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Native Plants Workshop for Children URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/native-plants-workshop-for-children/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/09/monarch-2448263_1920.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,m edium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/monarch- 2448263_1920.jpg?fit=410%2C308&ssl=1\;410\;308\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.co m/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/monarch-2448263_1920.jpg?fit=10 24%2C768&ssl=1\;1024\;768\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-con tent/uploads/2020/09/monarch-2448263_1920.jpg?fit=1333%2C1000&ssl=1\;1333\ ;1000\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12762@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\, September 20th\, we will celebrate the Fall Equinox and the coming of autumn. As you enter the virtual circle\, you’ll be ask ed to share a sacred object or item from nature to add to the fall altar. Or you may even want to create a fall alter yourself! Decorate it with you r favorite items of the season\, such as fall flowers\, nuts\, small pumpk ins or gourds\, apples\, scented candles and spices. Pour yourself a glass of mulled cider or juice to sip during the service. And don’t forget to b ring your Wheel of the Year to see where the Fall Equinox fits into the an cient natural celebrations of each season. If you don’t have a copy of the Wheel\, you can find one here. (Note: Featured image is a Whee l of Year created by Lisa Quinlan.)
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This is an intergen erational service welcoming to both children and adults. There will be sin ging and chanting\, with meditative movement led by Joan Guilfoyle. Childr en will assist with calling the four directions. Come and find balance and joy\, as we honor this time of equal night and day.
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The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and password will be sent out on Saturday with the emailed Order of Service. Please check your inbox! If you don’t r eceive the Order of Service by end of day Saturday\, please email Joanne K rettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200920T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200920T113000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Fall Equinox” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-fall-equinox/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/09/Lisa-Q-Wheel-of-the-Year.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\; 1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Lisa -Q-Wheel-of-the-Year.jpg?fit=410%2C331&ssl=1\;410\;331\;1\,large\;https:// i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Lisa-Q-Wheel-of-the-Yea r.jpg?fit=960%2C776&ssl=1\;960\;776\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12799@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
For the next s ix weeks the Racial Justice Book Club Discussion Group will be listening i nstead of reading. We will gather together on Zoom to listen to the podcas t\, The 1619 Project\, and then discuss what we’ve heard\, compare to othe r books we’ve read\, apply the lessons we learn to our own lives & discove r how we can turn our anger/grief/sadness into action. Each of the six epi sodes (actually 5 with 1 broken into 2 parts) vary from 29-42 minutes. Ple ase join us even if\, especially if\, you’ve already heard the podcast. Ea rmark All Thursday’s @ 7pm in October for this! Email dre@berrienuu.org for the Zoom Link.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200924T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200924T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “The 1619 Project Podcast” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-the-1619-pr oject-podcast-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/09/1619-Project.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;h ttps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/1619-Project.png ?fit=410%2C269&ssl=1\;410\;269\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/ wp-content/uploads/2020/09/1619-Project.png?fit=750%2C492&ssl=1\;750\;492\ ;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12804@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; 269-470-1470\; johnsonh4@michigan.gov DESCRIPTION:
The BUUF Green Sanctuary Team is a partner with the Benton Harbor F resh Start Children’s Garden (370 May St). The FSC Garden is in process o f adding an additional greenhouse and garden on 1140 Milton Street. Pleas e join Harvey Johnson on Saturday from 10am-2pm for even 1 hour. Contact Harvey at 269-470-1470 or johnsonh 4@michigan.gov with questions.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200926T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200926T140000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Greenhouse and Garden Building URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/greenhouse-and-garden-building/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/09/annie-spratt-ubBBg-Usq6M-unsplash.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;1 50\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/202 0/09/annie-spratt-ubBBg-Usq6M-unsplash.jpg?fit=410%2C275&ssl=1\;410\;275\; 1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/annie -spratt-ubBBg-Usq6M-unsplash.jpg?fit=1024%2C686&ssl=1\;1024\;686\;1\,full\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/annie-spratt-u bBBg-Usq6M-unsplash.jpg?fit=1492%2C1000&ssl=1\;1492\;1000\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12797@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
We will continu e letting go of stress and a sense of perfectionism with the creative mind ful workshop\, small creative moments. We will be making tiny expressive\, abstract paintings in relation to a breathing practice. No art skill requ ired. You will need a piece of paper cut or torn into 16 small pieces and watercolors or inks.
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Please email: dre@berrienuu.org if you would like to attend or have any question s.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200926T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200926T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Small Creative Moments” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-small-creative-moments / X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/09/Mindfulness.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;ht tps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Mindfulness.png?f it=410%2C336&ssl=1\;410\;336\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp -content/uploads/2020/09/Mindfulness.png?fit=568%2C466&ssl=1\;568\;466\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12807@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday September 27th\, is “Green Sanctuary Sunday” at BUUF. Green Sanctuary is a special status for Unitarian Universalist Congreg ations. Our Green Sanctuary Committee will talk about the how Nature susta ins us and how BUUF is working to become a Green Sanctuary. Harvey Johnson will deliver the sermon titled: “Dream of a Green Future.”
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Please bring your Dream of a Green Future to share either during the service or afterward in Circle Talk. Does your dream include more gardens? Less fossil fuel? More renewable energy use? Both children and adults ar e invited to spend 30 seconds each sharing their dream. (Feel free to shar e your dream with an image instead of words if you prefer.)
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Our service will also include a Fabric of Life Ceremony. In addition\ , Katharine Lion will share a Story for All Ages. And\, of course\, our ta lented BUUF Musicians will bring us some wonderful music. Join on Zoom.
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The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and password will be sent o ut on Saturday with the emailed Order of Service. Please check your inbox! If you don’t receive the Order of Service by end of day Saturday\, pl ease email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8 886.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200927T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200927T113000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Dream of a Green Future” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-dream-of-a-green-future/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/09/Service-Announcement.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,m edium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Service- Announcement.png?fit=273%2C410&ssl=1\;273\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.co m/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Service-Announcement.png?fit=56 7%2C850&ssl=1\;567\;850\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12850@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Racial Justice Book Club Discussion Group is gathering on Zoom to listen to the podcast\, The 1619 Project\, and then discuss what we’ve he ard\, compare to other books we’ve read\, and discover how we can turn our anger/grief/sadness into action. Please join us even if\, especially if y ou’ve already heard the podcast. Earmark All Thursday’s @ 7pm in October f or this!
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Email dre@berrienuu.org for the Zoom Link.
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The Pulitzer Cen ter has made The 1619 Project\, full issue of New York Times Magazine avai lable to read here (there’s more than what you’ll hear in podcast):
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https://pulitzercenter.org/sit es/default/files/full_issue_of_the_1619_project.pdf
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And the supplementary broadsheet available here:
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https://pulitzercenter.org/sites/d efault/files/18maglabs_1619_issue_shipped_0.pdf
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201001T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201001T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “The 1619 Project Podcast” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-the-1619-pr oject-podcast-3/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2015/07/1619-Project-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/1619-Project-2 .png?fit=410%2C269&ssl=1\;410\;269\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/1619-Project-2.png?fit=750%2C492&ssl=1\;750 \;492\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:377a4fqa9cqk1akujumi0ilg8c_R20151205T140000@google.com DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
BUUFers prepare and serve lunch at the Benton Harbor Soup Ki tchen.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201003T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201003T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Detroit:20200801T090000 LOCATION:233 Michigan St\, Benton Harbor\, MI 49022\, USA RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;INTERVAL=2;BYDAY=1SA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:BH Soup Kitchen URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/bh-soup-kitchen-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12851@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Unwind the week with a relaxing coloring practi ce that is sure to bring out your inner child. Bring your own coloring pag es and colored pencils\, crayons or markers. The group companionship is pr etty great too!
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Please email: dre@berrienuu.org if you would like to attend and/or need a coloring shee t.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201003T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201003T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Mindful Coloring” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-mindful-coloring/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/09/PNG-image.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;http s://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/PNG-image.png?fit=4 10%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-con tent/uploads/2020/09/PNG-image.png?fit=636%2C424&ssl=1\;636\;424\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12847@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; Minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Sunday October 4th is “Demo cracy Sunday” at BUUF. These are politically turbulent times. Zoom In and find out what is going on in the minds of your fellow BUUFers as they refl ect on our democracy. Lisa Quinlan and Ralph Heibutzki will present a read ing titled\, “Stopping the Authoritarian Train in Its Tracks” and Jim McCo nnell will have a reading titled “Standing in Tiananmen Square.” Joanne Kr ettek\, with “Why the Process is Important” and Marilyn Klawiter with “Ref lections on Democracy” will both bring the message. Additionally\, we will have a time of open sharing where everyone is free to share their views o n democracy\, another great Story for all Ages and more really beautiful m usic from our BUUF Musicians. Join us this Sunday.
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The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and pass word will be sent out on Saturday with the emailed Order of Service. Pleas e check your inbox! If you don’t receive the Order of Service by end o f day Saturday\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or ca ll her at 269-612-8886.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201004T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201004T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Reflections on Democracy” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-reflections-on-democracy/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/09/Service-Announcement-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\ ,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Servic e-Announcement-1.png?fit=410%2C193&ssl=1\;410\;193\;1\,large\;https://i0.w p.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Service-Announcement-1.png? fit=850%2C400&ssl=1\;850\;400\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12862@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Beth La Fleur\; President@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The October BUUF Board Meeting will be held Sunday\, October 4th from 7:00 – 8:30pm via Zoom. Please contact office@berrienuu.org if y ou would like to join and/or have topics you would like added to the agend a.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201004T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201004T203000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:October BUUF Board Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/october-buuf-board-meeting/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12863@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Welcoming Congregation Committee would like to open its next meeting to the congregation. We’ll be meeting October 7th at 7pm on Z oom. Email Katharine Lion at DRE@berrienuu.org for login.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201007T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201007T203000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Welcoming Congregation Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/welcoming-congregation-committee-meeting-5/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12884@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Racial Justice Book Club Discussion Group is gathering on Zoom to listen to the podcast\, The 1619 Project\, and then discuss what we’ve he ard\, compare to other books we’ve read\, and discover how we can turn our anger/grief/sadness into action. Please join us even if\, especially if y ou’ve already heard the podcast. Earmark All Thursday’s @ 7pm in October f or this!
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Email dre@berrienuu.org for the Zoom Link.
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The Pulitzer Cent er has made The 1619 Project\, full issue of New York Times Magazine avail able to read here (there’s more than what you’ll hear in podcast):< /p>\n
https://pulitzercenter.org/site s/default/files/full_issue_of_the_1619_project.pdf
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And the supplementary broadsheet available here:
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https://pulitzercenter.org/sites/def ault/files/18maglabs_1619_issue_shipped_0.pdf
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201008T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201008T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “The 1619 Project Podcast” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-the-1619-pr oject-podcast-4/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2015/07/1619-Project-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/1619-Project-2 .png?fit=410%2C269&ssl=1\;410\;269\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/1619-Project-2.png?fit=750%2C492&ssl=1\;750 \;492\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12882@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; vp@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
There will be a Green Sanctuary Work Session on Saturday\, Oct. 10 from 8am -12 pm at 1140 Milton in Benton Harbor. The location is the site of a future greenhouse of the Fresh Start Children’s Garden led by Emma Ki nnard. We will be digging holes and setting fence poles in concrete. We ha ve one post hole digger. If you have a post hole digger that can be used\ , let Harvey know at 269-470-1470 or < /span>johnsonh4@michigan.gov .
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201010T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201010T120000 LOCATION:1140 Milton\, Benton Harbor SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Green Sanctuary Work Session URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/green-sanctuary-work-session/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/10/annie-spratt-ubBBg-Usq6M-unsplash.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;1 50\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/202 0/10/annie-spratt-ubBBg-Usq6M-unsplash.jpg?fit=410%2C275&ssl=1\;410\;275\; 1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/annie -spratt-ubBBg-Usq6M-unsplash.jpg?fit=1024%2C686&ssl=1\;1024\;686\;1\,full\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/annie-spratt-u bBBg-Usq6M-unsplash.jpg?fit=1492%2C1000&ssl=1\;1492\;1000\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12885@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This week we wi ll listen to a short talk and try the Loving-Kindness meditation with Shar on Salzberg. Salzberg says\, “Loving-kindness doesn’t ask us to love every person we meet. It is realizing how interconnected all of our lives are. In this state\, we come to see how the things we love and the choices we m ake ripple outwards.”
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Please email: dre@berrienuu.org if you would like to attend.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201010T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201010T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Loving-Kindness” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-loving-kindness-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/10/Mindfulness.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;ht tps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Mindfulness.png?f it=401%2C410&ssl=1\;401\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp -content/uploads/2020/10/Mindfulness.png?fit=440%2C450&ssl=1\;440\;450\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12887@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Sunday\, Oct ober 11th\, we will highlight “LGBTQ & Democracy” during our service. LGBT Q civil rights and protections are often missing or continue to be threate ned. Our Welcoming Congregation Committee organized this service and will be bringing you Charles Long with a message celebrating National Coming Ou t Day and Katharine Lion talking about the Fair & Equal Michigan Petition on the upcoming ballot. Vanessa Crenshaw and Tracie Crenshaw will be bring ing us messages. Keely Adams will be reading our Story for all Ages\, Juli e Williams has a special song to sing and there will be other LGBTQ music chosen by our BUUF Musicians. Join us this Sunday.
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The Zoom lin k\, Meeting ID and password will be sent out on Saturday with the emailed Order of Service. If you don’t receive the Order of Service by end of day Saturday\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886.
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“In credibly\, today in many states\, it is still legal to fire someone for be ing gay. That is unacceptable and must change.”
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B ernie Sanders
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201011T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201011T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “LGBTQ & Democracy” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-lgbtq-democracy/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/10/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Sunday-Service .png?fit=410%2C215&ssl=1\;410\;215\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Sunday-Service.png?fit=936%2C490&ssl=1\;936 \;490\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12939@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Clark Gilpin\; wgilpin@uchicago.edu DESCRIPTION:
The Social Justice Committee will hold a brief Zoom meeting on Wednesday\, October 14\, at 10:30 a.m. Please contact Clark Gilpin for the Zoom link.
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The tentative agenda includes the following items.< /p>\n
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Review of the Get Out the Vote phone banking that Lisa Full er is leading.
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Update on conversation with Trenton Bowens about BUUF’s engagement in social justice efforts in St. Joseph-Benton Harbor an d his own plans for “Neighbors Organizing Against Racism.”
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Racia l Justice Readings for our Sunday services.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201014T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201014T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Social Justice Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/social-justice-committee-meeting-5/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12931@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Racial Justice Book Club Discussion Group is gathering on Zoom to listen to the podcast\, The 1619 Project\, and then discuss what we’ve he ard\, compare to other books we’ve read\, and discover how we can turn our anger/grief/sadness into action. Please join us even if\, especially if y ou’ve already heard the podcast. Earmark All Thursday’s @ 7pm in October f or this!
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Email dre@berrienuu.org for the Zoom Link.
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The Pulitzer Cent er has made The 1619 Project\, full issue of New York Times Magazine avail able to read here (there’s more than what you’ll hear in podcast):< /p>\n
https://pulitzercenter.org/site s/default/files/full_issue_of_the_1619_project.pdf
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And the supplementary broadsheet available here:
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https://pulitzercenter.org/sites/def ault/files/18maglabs_1619_issue_shipped_0.pdf
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201015T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201015T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “The 1619 Project Podcast” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-the-1619-pr oject-podcast-5/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2015/07/1619-Project-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/1619-Project-2 .png?fit=410%2C269&ssl=1\;410\;269\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/1619-Project-2.png?fit=750%2C492&ssl=1\;750 \;492\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12932@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
In this works hop we will be dividing our time in half. In the first half\, we will be w riting a letter to our younger selves and in the second half creating an a rtistic page to accompany the letter. No artistic skills are required. Ple ase bring paper (if you have a journal\, that would work great) and any cr aft materials you have on hand\, paint\, crayons\, collage\, etc.
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Please email: dre@berrienuu.org if you would like to attend or have any questions.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201017T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201017T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Letter to Myself” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-letter-to-myself/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/10/Mindfulness-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\; https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Mindfulness-1.p ng?fit=410%2C314&ssl=1\;410\;314\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.or g/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Mindfulness-1.png?fit=692%2C530&ssl=1\;692\;5 30\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12880@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; 269-470-1470\; vp@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:

Please join Tricia and Harvey Johnson at 1920 Sunset Court\, St. Joseph\, from 2pm until 5pm on Saturday\, October 17th.
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– Large de ck and yard with seating for 20+
\n– Yard games like frisbee golf\, c roquet and bag toss
\n– Bonfire with S’mores
\n– Tame deer
\n– 50 acres of groomed trails in ravine woods (guide available)
\n– Giant trees\, live animals\, small fungi
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In order to protect again st possible Covid transmission\, guests are asked to bring their own bever ages and remain six feet apart or wear masks. You can RSVP to Harvey Johns on at vp@berrienuu.org.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201017T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201017T170000 LOCATION:Home of Harvey and Tricia Johnson @ 1920 Sunset Court\, St. Joseph SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Johnson Socially-Distanced BYOB Gathering URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/johnson-socially-distanced-byob-gathering/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/10/katie-burkhart-QuyLe826f1w-unsplash.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\ ;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2 020/10/katie-burkhart-QuyLe826f1w-unsplash.jpg?fit=273%2C410&ssl=1\;273\;4 10\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/k atie-burkhart-QuyLe826f1w-unsplash.jpg?fit=667%2C1000&ssl=1\;667\;1000\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12942@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sun day\, October 18th\, the theme of the service is “Democracy and Voter Supp ression.” Lisa Fuller and Rev. Jim McConnell will both bring messages abou t the state of our democracy. Lisa’s talk will be titled\, “Voter Suppress ion” and Jim’s talk is titled “When We Hate\, the Only Voter We Suppress i s Ourselves.”
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Additionally\, Ellen Higdon and Lisa Quinlan wil l be our readers\, there will be another great Story for All Ages\, and Th e BUUF Musicians have some more enriching music. We are also going to actu ally practice democracy by taking a vote on a subject around which there h as been some controversy. (This will not be an official congregational vo te). So come\, join in\, grow\, and be inspired.
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The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and password will be sent out on Saturday w ith the emailed Order of Service. If you don’t receive the Order of Se rvice by end of day Saturday\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berri enuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201018T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201018T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Democracy and Voter Suppression” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-democracy-and-voter-suppress ion/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/10/Service-Announce.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Service-Anno unce.png?fit=273%2C410&ssl=1\;273\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Service-Announce.png?fit=369%2C554&ssl= 1\;369\;554\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12937@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
Join the OutCenter for a conversation with LGBTQ Politicians in Michigan. Rep. John Hoadley\, Rep. Laurie Pohutsky\, Rep. Tim Sneller\, a nd MSU Trustee Candidate Robin Laurain will participate in this exciting d iscussion about running for public office as a member of the LGBTQ+ commun ity in Michigan\, the homophobic attacks that come with this\, and how we can inspire younger LGBTQ+ folx to run for office.
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Join the Zoom M eeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/864939037 76
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Meeting ID: 864 9390 3776
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201021T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201021T203000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Out In Politics: “A Conversation With LGBTQ+ Politicians” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/out-in-politics-a-conversation-with-lgbtq-p oliticians/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/10/Screen-Shot-2020-10-13-at-10.11.43-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl= 1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2020/10/Screen-Shot-2020-10-13-at-10.11.43-PM.png?fit=410%2C204&ssl=1\;41 0\;204\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/ 10/Screen-Shot-2020-10-13-at-10.11.43-PM.png?fit=1024%2C511&ssl=1\;1024\;5 11\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Sc reen-Shot-2020-10-13-at-10.11.43-PM.png?fit=1432%2C714&ssl=1\;1432\;714\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12969@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Racial Justice Book Club Discussion Group is gathering on Zoom to listen to the podcast\, The 1619 Project\, and then discuss what we’ve he ard\, compare to other books we’ve read\, and discover how we can turn our anger/grief/sadness into action. Please join us even if\, especially if y ou’ve already heard the podcast. Earmark All Thursday’s @ 7pm in October f or this!
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Email dre@berrienuu.org for the Zoom Link.
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The Pulitzer Cent er has made The 1619 Project\, full issue of New York Times Magazine avail able to read here (there’s more than what you’ll hear in podcast):< /p>\n
https://pulitzercenter.org/site s/default/files/full_issue_of_the_1619_project.pdf
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And the supplementary broadsheet available here:
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https://pulitzercenter.org/sites/def ault/files/18maglabs_1619_issue_shipped_0.pdf
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201022T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201022T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “The 1619 Project Podcast” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-the-1619-pr oject-podcast-6/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2015/07/1619-Project-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/1619-Project-2 .png?fit=410%2C269&ssl=1\;410\;269\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/1619-Project-2.png?fit=750%2C492&ssl=1\;750 \;492\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12967@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The them e of this Sunday’s worship service at BUUF is Women’s Suffrage. Bri dget Lorenz will bring a message titled: “Lifting as We Climb\, Women of C olor and the 19th Amendment\,” and Nancy Gilpin and Rev. Jim McConnell wil l bring original readings. Gloria Weberg will be our poet\, Keely Adams wi ll do our chalice work\, Bridget\, Adah\, and Iris Lorenz will tell the Story for All Ages\, and the BUUF musicians will have more great musi c.
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Zoom in and join us for this important look at the struggle for women’s rights and what it means for us today.
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The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and password will be sent ou t on Saturday with the emailed Order of Service. If you don’t receive the Order of Service by end of day Saturday\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201025T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201025T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Women’s Suffrage” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-womens-suffrage/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/10/Sunday-Service-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Sunday-Servi ce-1.png?fit=292%2C410&ssl=1\;292\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=322%2C452&ssl= 1\;322\;452\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13003@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
If y ou feel called to celebrate the LGBTQ community\, called to help protect LGBTQ civil rights\, called to bu ild a better home of inclusivity at BUUF\, then consider joining the work of the Welcoming Congregation Committee!
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Fun Fact: Did yo u know that some of our members have been on this committee since its ince ption in the 1990’s? We are so grateful to their dedicated work!
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Email: dre@berrienuu .org for the Zoom Link.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201028T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201028T203000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Welcoming Congregation Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/welcoming-congregation-committee-meeting-6/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/10/Welcoming-Congregation.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\ ,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Welcom ing-Congregation.png?fit=384%2C410&ssl=1\;384\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.w p.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Welcoming-Congregation.png? fit=452%2C482&ssl=1\;452\;482\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12999@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Racial J ustice Book Club Discussion Group is gathering on Zoom to listen to the last episode of the podcast\, The 1619 Project.
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Email dre@berrienuu.org for the Zoom Link.
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The Pulitzer Center has made The 1619 Project\, full issue of New Yor k Times Magazine available to read here (there’s more than what you’ll hea r in podcast):
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https://pulitzercenter.org/sites/ default/files/full_issue_of_the_1619_project.pdf
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And the suppl ementary broadsheet available here:
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https://puli tzercenter.org/sites/default/files/18maglabs_1619_issue_shipped_0.pdf< /p> DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201029T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201029T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “The 1619 Project Podcast” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-the-1619-pr oject-podcast-7/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/10/Racial-Justice.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Racial-Justice .png?fit=410%2C269&ssl=1\;410\;269\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Racial-Justice.png?fit=750%2C492&ssl=1\;750 \;492\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12960@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; 269-612-8886\; office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Join us on Friday\, October 30th at 6:00 PM for a Trunk-or-Treat party in BUUF ’s parking lot! Adults and children alike are invited to dress in costume. Children can “trick-or-treat” from trusted adults as they parade through the parking lot. We may even have some special games and decorations to en joy…and possibly a costume contest for children and adults! If you would l ike to help with the event or if you have candy to distribute and can’t ma ke it on the 30th\, please email Joanne at office@berrienuu.org. She will be happy to pick up any candy that you’d like to donate. Thank you\, Ania\ , for helping to plan this event!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201030T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201030T190000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St. Joseph\, Michigan 49085 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Trunk-or-Treat at BUUF! URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/trunk-or-treat-at-buuf/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/10/halloween-4576714_1920.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\ ,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/hallow een-4576714_1920.jpg?fit=410%2C368&ssl=1\;410\;368\;1\,large\;https://i0.w p.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/halloween-4576714_1920.jpg? fit=1024%2C920&ssl=1\;1024\;920\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/ wp-content/uploads/2020/10/halloween-4576714_1920.jpg?fit=1113%2C1000&ssl= 1\;1113\;1000\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13001@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
For this week ’s mindfulness workshop\, we will be adding to our Wheel of the Year and c elebrating Samhain. The Wheel of the Year is an ancient method whereby No rthern agrarian societies marked the turning of the seasons. You will need : Previously made Wheel of the Year or if not yet created: paper or primed canvas/board. Other craft materials like: paint\, marker\, pencil\, colo ring pencils. No artistic skills required!
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Please email: dre@berrienuu.org if you would like to atten d or have any questions.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201031T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201031T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Samhain & Wheel of the Year” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-samhain-wheel-of-the-y ear/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/10/Mindfulness-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\; https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Mindfulness-2.p ng?fit=410%2C410&ssl=1\;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.or g/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Mindfulness-2.png?fit=466%2C466&ssl=1\;466\;4 66\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-12997@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunda y November 1st is the last Sunday before the General Election. Our theme is “Patriotism.” In her message\, Joanne Krettek will examine three import ant elements of patriotism. Rev. Jim McConnell will talk about Patriotism 2.0 and the need for a new civil religion for America that could heal our wounds and unify us as we face a challenging future. Additionally\, there will be a Story for all Ages\, some more wonderful music from our BUUF Mu sicians\, and a circle talk after the service where everyone who wishes ca n share their perspectives. Zoom in and join us.
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The Zoom link \, Meeting ID and password will be sent out on Saturday with the emailed O rder of Service. If you don’t receive the Order of Service by end of d ay Saturday\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201101T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201101T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Patriotism” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-patriotism/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/10/Sunday-Service-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Sunday-Servi ce-2.png?fit=410%2C275&ssl=1\;410\;275\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Sunday-Service-2.png?fit=624%2C418&ssl= 1\;624\;418\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13044@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Racial J ustice Discussion Group is gathering together on Zoom to start a new podca st\, “Nice White Parents\,” followed by a discussion on what we’ve learned .
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This is a five-part series about building a better school sy stem\, and what gets in the way. It looks at a 60-year relationship betwee n white parents and the public school down the block.
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We know American public schools do not guarantee each child an equal educati on. Two decades of school reform initiatives have not changed that. But wh en Chana Joffe-Walt\, a reporter\, looked at inequality in education\, she saw that most reforms focused on who schools were failing: Black and brow n kids. But what about who the schools are serving? In this five-part seri es\, she turns her attention to what is arguably the most powerful force i n our schools: White parents.
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Email: Dre@berrienuu.org for the zoom login.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201105T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201105T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “Nice White Parents Podcast” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-nice-white- parents-podcast/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/11/Racial-Justice.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Racial-Justice .png?fit=410%2C410&ssl=1\;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Racial-Justice.png?fit=418%2C418&ssl=1\;418 \;418\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13042@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Unwind the week and the stress of the election with a 20-minute relaxation meditation fro m The Mindful Movement. We will also remember our intentions of mindfulnes s with a short talk on the basics of mindfulness from Mrs. Mindfulness.
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Please email: dre@berrienuu.org if you would like to attend.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201107T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201107T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Back to the Basics” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-back-to-the-basics/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/11/Mindfulness.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;ht tps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Mindfulness.png?f it=382%2C290&ssl=1\;382\;290\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13046@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This wee k we look back at the UUA’s first ever fully-online General Assembly. Lisa Fuller will share the lessons she learned from attending and has picked s everal wonderful musical pieces to showcase. Katharine Lion will bring us parts from the John Murray Distinguished Lecture and her reflections. Beth La Fleur brings us parts of Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz’s lecture on Settler Col onialism and her thoughts of GA. General Assembly is not just a time to do business but a way to connect to our larger UU community and get motivate d to move forward in our congregations. We invite you to share in our lear ning and motivation.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201108T223000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201108T234500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Rooted\, Inspired & Ready” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-rooted-inspired-ready/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/11/uua_ga2020_virtual.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,med ium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/uua_ga2020 _virtual.png?fit=410%2C270&ssl=1\;410\;270\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/be rrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/uua_ga2020_virtual.png?fit=768%2C50 6&ssl=1\;768\;506\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13083@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Racial Justice Discussion Group is gathering together on Zoom to listen to the p odcast\, Nice White Parents\, followed by a discussion on what we’ve learn ed.
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This is a five-part series about building a better school system\, and what gets in the way. It looks at a 60-year relationship betw een white parents and the public school down the block.
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Email : Dre@berrienuu.org for the zoom lo gin.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201112T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201112T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “Nice White Parents Podcast” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-nice-white- parents-podcast-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/11/Racial-Justice-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Racial-Justi ce-1.png?fit=410%2C410&ssl=1\;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Racial-Justice-1.png?fit=418%2C418&ssl= 1\;418\;418\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13085@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Explore mindfulness thro ugh creative practice. This week bring your own creative mindfulness pract ice of your preference. Make a mandala\, draw a zentangle\, color in your adult coloring book\, do meditative watercolors or a journaling process.\n
Please email: dre@berrienuu.org< /a> if you would like to attend.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201114T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Creative Mindfulness” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-creative-mindfulness-3 / X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/11/MW.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0. wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/MW.png?fit=397%2C410&ssl=1 \;397\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2 020/11/MW.png?fit=494%2C510&ssl=1\;494\;510\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13087@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\ , November 15^th\, the theme of our service is “Looking Back for a Better Way Forward.” Rev. Roger Brewin will bring a message titled: “Personal Lessons from a History of U\, U\, and UU.” Dr. Clark Gilpin will deliver a reading on the great black novelist and essayist James Bald win. “James Baldwin: Our Lives and Our Hopes” reflects on the meanings of a phrase used across the generations by Black American writers: “between t he world and me.” Additionally\, Rev Jim McConnell will bring a short read ing addressing things we can learn from the recent election season\, and t here will be some really wonderful music from our BUUF Musicians. Zoom in and join the service.
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The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and password will be sent out on Saturday with the emailed Order of Service. If you don’t receive the Order of Service by end of day Saturday\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201115T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201115T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Looking Back for a Better Way Forward” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-looking-back-for-a-better-wa y-forward/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/11/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Sunday-Service .png?fit=410%2C274&ssl=1\;410\;274\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Sunday-Service.png?fit=640%2C427&ssl=1\;640 \;427\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13118@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Racial Justice Discussion Group is gathering together on Zoom to listen to the podcast\, Nice White Parents\, followed by a discussion.
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This is a five-part series about building a better school system\, and what get s in the way. It looks at a 60-year relationship between white parents and the public school down the block.
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Email: Dre@berrienuu.org for the zoom login.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201119T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201119T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “Nice White Parents Podcast” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-nice-white- parents-podcast-3/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/11/Podcast.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https: //i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Podcast.png?fit=410%2 C410&ssl=1\;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content /uploads/2020/11/Podcast.png?fit=435%2C435&ssl=1\;435\;435\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13124@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
The Harvest the Power Justice Conv ergence & Teach-in is a series of excellent prog rams and documentary screenings to provide grounding\, community\, and jus tice education for the week of Thanksgiving.
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This worship s ervice will include musical and spoken word from Hartman Deetz\, Wampanoag artist and activist\, and a sermon from UUA President Rev. Susan Frederic k-Gray. There will be an offertory special collection for the Create Clima te Justice – Indigenous Solidarity Fund with the UU Ministry for Earth. Wo rship leaders: Ann Gilmore\, Nina Lytton\, and Aly Tharp
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“Historic ally\, UU ministers were instrumental in creating this U.S. holiday and th e “Pilgrims and the Indians” pageant tradition that roots the holiday in a n historically inaccurate and harmful colonial narrative. Many UU congrega tions in New England can trace their lineage directly back to early settle r congregations that had a role in the genocide of Native communities. As a religious tradition\, we cannot decide who we will be without reckoning with the truth of who some of our ancestors were…
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This year\, let us be grateful in a genuine manner. Let our gratitude flow from our deep\, ongoing commitment to justice and equity. Let our gratitude grow from the opportunities we have to be together authentically—whether virtually or i n person. Please join me as we reimagine this day and gather in community to honor Indigenous ancestors\, experiences and traditions. May it be a ti me to reflect and find meaning in how our shared values connect us. ”
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– UUA President\, Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray in “A Message From The UUA President: Honoring Indigenous Ancestors\, Experiences and Traditions”
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Click here to reg ister for this service and other events in the series.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201120T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201120T130000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:UUA Worship Service: “Thanksgiving Reframed” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/uua-worship-service-thanksgiving-reframed/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/11/Harvest-the-Power.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medi um\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Harvest-the -Power.png?fit=410%2C154&ssl=1\;410\;154\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berr ienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Harvest-the-Power.png?fit=1024%2C386& ssl=1\;1024\;386\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uplo ads/2020/11/Harvest-the-Power.png?fit=1200%2C452&ssl=1\;1200\;452\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13111@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Unwind the we ek with a relaxing creative mindfulness practice. No art skill required. Y ou will need: paper and markers or any other media you have on hand and wi sh to use. There will be a short meditation.
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Please email: dre@berrienuu.org if you would like to att end or have any questions.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201121T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201121T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Mindful Heart” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-mindful-heart/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/11/Mindfulness-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\; https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Mindfulness-1.p ng?fit=410%2C308&ssl=1\;410\;308\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.or g/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Mindfulness-1.png?fit=714%2C537&ssl=1\;714\;5 37\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13115@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Berrien Un itarian Universalist Fellowship will be observing Transgender Day of Remem brance\, Sunday\, November 22nd. Charles Long will bring us a reading\, th ere will be a poem by Max Binder & Mo Crist\, A Prayer of Remembrance with Keely Adams\, and guest speaker\, Freya Gilbert. We hope you will join us in this moment of remembrance. Please bring a candle.
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Transge nder Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is an annual observance that honors the mem ory of the transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transg ender violence.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201122T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201122T113000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Transgender Day of Remembrance” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-transgender-day-of-remembran ce/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/11/Sunday-Service-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Sunday-Servi ce-1.png?fit=410%2C217&ssl=1\;410\;217\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=800%2C424&ssl= 1\;800\;424\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13132@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sun day\, November 29th\, we continue with our November theme of “Looking Back for a Better Way Forward.” This week we focus on Indigenous peoples and Animistic spirituality. Interestingly\, many modern people are returning to a more animistic\, spirit permeates all things\, spirituality to find a nd give expression to their lives in our often materialist\, Godon Gekk o\, Greed is Good\, society. Deej Leggitt will bring us the message.< /div>\n
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Zoom in and join us.
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The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and password will be sent out on Saturday with the emailed Order of Service. If you don’t receive the Order of Servic e by end of day Saturday\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu .org or call her at 269-612-8886.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201129T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201129T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Indigenous Peoples and Animistic Spirituality” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-indigenous-peoples-and-animi stic-spirituality/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/11/Sunday-Service-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Sunday-Servi ce-2.png?fit=410%2C410&ssl=1\;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Sunday-Service-2.png?fit=480%2C480&ssl= 1\;480\;480\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13164@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Racial Justice Discussion Group is gathering together on Zoom to listen to the podcast\, Nice White Parents- episode 4\, followed by a discussion.
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This is a five-part series about building a b etter school system\, and what gets in the way. It looks at a 60-year rela tionship between white parents and the public school down the block.< /p>\n
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 943 0932 6515
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201203T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201203T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “Nice White Parents Podcast” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-nice-white- parents-podcast-4/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13162@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Unwind the week with a mindful listening experience. We will begin with focusing our awar eness on music and listening without judgment. This will be followed by a creative mindful practice of being in the flow. You will need: watercolor paints & paper or any other creative materials you have on hand (crayons a re ok). No art skill required!
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Meeting ID: 987 0359 0273
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201205T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201205T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Mindful Music & Flow” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-mindful-music-flow/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/12/Mindfulness.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;ht tps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Mindfulness.png?f it=410%2C276&ssl=1\;410\;276\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp -content/uploads/2020/12/Mindfulness.png?fit=597%2C402&ssl=1\;597\;402\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13160@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunda y\, December 7th\, the theme for the service is “Transcendentalism and the First UU Principle.” Perhaps you are not sure just what Transcendentalis m is all about. If so\, join us this Sunday. You will be surprised to di scover that Transcendentalism is not an obscure movement of the past but a vital expression of the Human Spirit that has tremendous influence in our everyday lives. You may discover that you are a Transcendentalist yourse lf.
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The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and password wi ll be sent out on Saturday with the emailed Order of Service. If you d on’t receive the Order of Service by end of day Saturday\, please email Jo anne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886.
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Image Above: Louisa May Alcott\, author of “Li ttle Women” and her father\, Bronson Alcott\, foremost reformer of Educati on in America. Both Transcendentalists.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201206T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201206T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Transcendentalism and the First UU Principle” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-transcendentalism-and-the-fi rst-uu-principle/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/12/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Sunday-Service .png?fit=229%2C151&ssl=1\;229\;151\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13172@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Welcoming Congregati on Committee is hosting an evening of learning & discussion on the topics of gender\, inclusivity & microaggressions\, among other things. If you fe el called to celebrate the LGBTQ community\, called to he lp protect LGBTQ rights and called to build a better home of inclusivity at BUUF\, then please join us in our even ing of learning & discussion!
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Meeting ID: 942 4933 5613
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201208T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201208T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Welcoming Congregation: “Evening of Learning & Discussion” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/welcoming-congregation-evening-of-learning- discussion/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/12/WC.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0. wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/WC.png?fit=410%2C206&ssl=1 \;410\;206\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2 020/12/WC.png?fit=983%2C495&ssl=1\;983\;495\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13198@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Ra cial Justice Discussion Group is gathering together on Zoom to listen to t he podcast\, Nice White Parents- the final episode\, followed by a discuss ion.
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This is a five-part series about building a better school system\, and what gets in the way. It looks at a 60-year relationship bet ween white parents and the public school down the block.
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Join Zoom Meeting
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https://zoom.us/j/94309326515?pw d=bmVzaU5xNEN4VUI0ZHY2aEtPTFVrZz09
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Meeting ID: 943 0932 6515      Passcode: 282092
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201210T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201210T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “Nice White Parents Podcast” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-nice-white- parents-podcast-5/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/12/Nice-White-Parents-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,m edium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Nice-Whi te-Parents-1.png?fit=410%2C410&ssl=1\;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.co m/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Nice-White-Parents-1.png?fit=43 5%2C435&ssl=1\;435\;435\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13196@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This time of year can be difficult with expectations of holiday traditions\, to-do list s\, overly-excited kids\, etc. It might be extra hard to get into the wint er/holiday spirit this year just trying to keep ourselves healthy & safe. This week we will put aside our lists\, acknowledge the difficulties & get into the spirit with a winter/holiday creative practice. Bring your favor ite art supplies: watercolor\, markers\, crayons\, etc. No art skills are required!
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Meeti ng ID: 987 0359 0273 Passcode: 877357
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201212T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201212T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Get in the Spirit!” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-get-in-the-spirit/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/12/Mindfulness-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\; https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Mindfulness-1.p ng?fit=310%2C410&ssl=1\;310\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.or g/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Mindfulness-1.png?fit=379%2C502&ssl=1\;379\;5 02\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13194@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sun day\, December 13th\, we continue with the theme of Transcendentalism. Rev . Jim McConnell will bring a sermon titled “Stealing Christmas.” Hunter Le ggitt will read a poem titled “Christ Climbed Down\,” Connie and Conner De Graaf will do our chalice work\, and Bridget Lorenz will read The Story for All Ages. Terra Rasmussen will share her views on “The Importance of Wearing Ugly Christmas Sweaters\,” Dane Rasmussen will contemplate wha t Christmas means for Transcendentalists\, Jim Dalgleish will sing his now famous “Have a Unitarian Universalist Christmas\,” and the BUUF Musicians will bring us more great music. What’s not to like?!
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If you are having trouble getting into the h oliday spirit\, this service might be for you.
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The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and password will be sent out on Saturday with the emailed Order of Service. If you don’t receive th e Order of Service by end of day Saturday\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201213T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201213T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Stealing Christmas” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-stealing-christmas/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/12/Sunday-Service-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Sunday-Servi ce-1.png?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=494%2C329&ssl= 1\;494\;329\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13237@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Clark Gilpin\; wgilpin@uchicago.edu DESCRIPTION:
There will be a brief Social Justice Committee Meeting on We dnesday\, December 16th\, from 7:00pm to 7:45pm. The purpose of the meetin g is to review current projects and discuss plans for 2021\, including BUU F’s collaboration with Neighbors Organizing Against Racism\, renewing BUUF ’s standing as a Welcoming Congregation\, and the social justice prioritie s and fundraising campaign of Interfaith Action of Southwest Michigan. All interested BUUFers are invited to attend.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201216T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201216T194500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Social Justice Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/social-justice-committee-meeting-6/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13227@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
For th is week’s mindfulness workshop\, we will be adding to our wheel of the yea r and celebrating Winter Solstice. The Wheel of the Year is an ancient me thod whereby Northern agrarian societies marked the turning of the seasons . You will need: Current Wheel of the Year or if not yet created: paper or primed canvas/board. Other craft materials like: paint\, marker\, pencil \, coloring pencils. No artistic skills required!
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Meeting ID: 987 0359 0273
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201219T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201219T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Wheel of the Year” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-wheel-of-the-year-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/12/Mindfulness-Workshop.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,m edium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Mindfuln ess-Workshop.png?fit=410%2C410&ssl=1\;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.co m/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Mindfulness-Workshop.png?fit=48 5%2C485&ssl=1\;485\;485\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13231@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Bridget Lorenz DESCRIPTION:

This Sunday\, December 20th\, we will celebrate the shortest day\ , longest night in the Northern Hemisphere\, the Winter Solstice. Gloria W eberg will provide words for our chalice ceremony. Joanne Krettek will lea d us in a snowflake ceremony to release our worries\, and Katharine Lion w ill lead a meditation to set intentions for the new year. Nan Lundeen will revisit the Wheel of the Year and give insight to the meaning of Winter S olstice. The La Fleur\, Lorenz\, Krettek\, Lion-Rojas\, and Fuller familie s will each provide a story for all ages from a different culture. We’ll a lso have a winter chant performed by Harvey and Trish Johnson\, vocal and instrumental performances by the La Fleur and Lorenz families\, and Gretch en Ohman and granddaughter Lia shining their little light. Join us in cele brating the tilt of our Earth back toward the light.
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F or the snowflake ceremony\, please have handy the snowflake template from your BUUF holiday gift bag. If you didn’t receive a template or used yours already\, you can access and print a new template here.
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The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and password will be sent out on Saturd ay with the emailed Order of Service. If you don’t receive the Order o f Service by end of day Saturday\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@b errienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201220T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201220T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Celebrating Winter Solstice” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-celebrating-winter-solstice/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/12/denys-nevozhai-duo-xV0TU7s-unsplash.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\ ;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2 020/12/denys-nevozhai-duo-xV0TU7s-unsplash.jpg?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;2 73\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/d enys-nevozhai-duo-xV0TU7s-unsplash.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1\;1024\;683\;1\ ,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/denys-ne vozhai-duo-xV0TU7s-unsplash.jpg?fit=1500%2C1000&ssl=1\;1500\;1000\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13255@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Thi s Thursday evening\, at 6:00 we will hold our annual BUUF Christmas Eve se rvice. In the service\, Rev. Jim McConnell will tell the Christmas Story t hrough the lens of Unitarian Universalism. We will then conclude with a Ca ndle Lighting ceremony. The service will be brief\, probably around half a n hour\, and is a great way to join in the spirit of Christmas. In pre paration: you should have the tea candles that came with your gift bags or any other candles you would like to light and a match or lighter to light them.
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The service is at 6:00 but there will be community time starting at 5:30. The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and pa ssword will be sent out soon with the emailed Order of Service.
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2020 has been a very challenging year\, yet the Light is everywhere. It still burns brightly in you. Zoom in and share your ligh t with your “Beloved Community.”
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201224T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201224T190000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Service URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/christmas-eve-service-5/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/12/Christmas-Eve-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\, medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Christm as-Eve-Service.png?fit=410%2C285&ssl=1\;410\;285\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp. com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Christmas-Eve-Service.png?fit =1024%2C712&ssl=1\;1024\;712\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp- content/uploads/2020/12/Christmas-Eve-Service.png?fit=1170%2C814&ssl=1\;11 70\;814\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13265@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\, Decembe r 27th is the last Sunday of the year. The focus of the service will be: H ow being a part of the BUUF Community sustains and encourages us in these challenging times. Rev. Jim McConnell will bring a message titled: Love in the Time of Covid-19. Glen and Suzi Smith will do our chalice work . Board President Beth LaFleur will read her End-of-the-Year Letter and Na ncy Gilpin will bring a message from the Social Justice Committee. There w ill be another excellent Story for All Ages. Joan Guilfoyle and Dave Sarra will share their thoughts on being a part of the BUUF Community. Ralph He ibutzki will play some of his music for us. And the BUUF Musicians will ha ve more great inspirational music. See you Sunday!
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The Zoom lin k\, Meeting ID and password will be sent out on Saturday with the emailed Order of Service. If you don’t receive the Order of Service by end of day Saturday\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201227T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201227T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Love in the Time of Covid-19” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-love-in-the-time-of-covid-19 / X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/12/image.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https:// i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/image.png?fit=410%2C231 &ssl=1\;410\;231\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/upl oads/2020/12/image.png?fit=444%2C250&ssl=1\;444\;250\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13304@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This month fo r our mindfulness workshop we will learn a practice that can be renewed ea ch New Year. Instead of making lots of resolutions that you don’t keep\, i nstead try forming one word to focus your year on. Learn this sim ple practice with a guided meditation and journaling practice.
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You will need some paper\, writing tools and whatever art/craft supplies you have on hand.
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Please email: dre @berrienuu.org if you would like to attend.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210102T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210102T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “New Year’s Intention” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-new-years-intention/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/12/Mindfulness-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\; https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Mindfulness-2.p ng?fit=310%2C410&ssl=1\;310\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.or g/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Mindfulness-2.png?fit=406%2C537&ssl=1\;406\;5 37\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13302@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunda y\, January 3rd\, the theme of our BUUF worship service will be “Grace and Mercy.” Rev. Jim McConnell will bring a sermon titled: “Cutting the World a Little Slack” in which he will examine the Beatitude: “Blessed are the merciful for they shall obtain mercy.” Additionally\, BUUFers Roger Brewin \, Les Rorick\, Kristina\, Linda Lobik and Roger Scott will share their pe rspectives. And\, the BUUF Musicians will have more wonderful music for us . Practicing grace and mercy has a powerful healing effect on our relation ships with others and is also quite helpful for binding up our own wounds. Zoom in and join us.
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The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and password w ill be sent out on Saturday with the emailed Order of Service. If you don’t receive the Order of Service by end of day Saturday\, please email J oanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210103T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210103T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Grace and Mercy” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-grace-and-mercy/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/12/Sunday-Service-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Sunday-Servi ce-2.png?fit=410%2C275&ssl=1\;410\;275\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Sunday-Service-2.png?fit=530%2C355&ssl= 1\;530\;355\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13353@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Lisa Fuller DESCRIPTION:
The Sunday Services Team will be meeting this Thursday\, Jan uary 7th\, at 6:30pm. If you would like to help plan upcoming services and service elements\, please contact Sunday Services Chair Lisa Fuller for Z oom login details.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210107T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210107T193000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Services Team Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-services-team-meeting-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13334@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Our Inner Child is respo nsible for our expressions of joy\, play and creativity. This week we will connect to our inner child and let her run wild with her creativity.
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You will need: paper & other crafty materials like: paint\, markers o r crayon.
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Please email: dre@ber rienuu.org if you have any questions.
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Join Zoom Meet ing
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https://zoom.us/j/98703590273?pwd=WlhCRTNKY1l0cm1IVWZtTDZYZ mNrQT09
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Meeting ID: 987 0359 0273
\nPasscode: 877357
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210109T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210109T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Inner Child” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-inner-child/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/01/MW.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0. wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/MW.png?fit=369%2C410&ssl=1 \;369\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2 021/01/MW.png?fit=485%2C539&ssl=1\;485\;539\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13339@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Dianne Gibbons\; gmad2016@gmail.com DESCRIPTION:
Diane Gi bbons has scheduled a kickoff meeting for BUUF’s new Ethical Eating Group\ , which focuses on dietary options to increase our health and the health o f our planet and reduce animal suffering. The group will share plant-based recipes\, explore organic gardening practices\, advocate for ethical farm ing\, and prepare and share vegan and vegetarian meals. The January meetin g will be focused on planning a vegetarian lunch for the Soup Kitchen (to be prepared and delivered on Saturday\, February 6th). All BUUFers and com munity members are invited to join the kickoff meeting on Saturday\, Janua ry 9th at 3pm via Zoom.
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Topic: Ethical Eating Group Mee ting
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Time: Jan 9\, 2021 03:00 PM Eastern Time
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Join Zoom Meeting:
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https://zoom.us/j/95460832010?pwd=MTlWSFlPZDB0d3BmM3ZqcWxxNT c5Zz09
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Meeting ID: 954 6083 2010
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Passcode: 379087
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210109T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210109T160000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Ethical Eating Group – Kickoff Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/ethical-eating-group-kickoff-meeting/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/01/salad-1672505_1920.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,med ium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/salad-1672 505_1920.jpg?fit=410%2C274&ssl=1\;410\;274\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/be rrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/salad-1672505_1920.jpg?fit=1024%2C6 83&ssl=1\;1024\;683\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/u ploads/2021/01/salad-1672505_1920.jpg?fit=1499%2C1000&ssl=1\;1499\;1000\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13331@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
On January 1 0th\, Rev. Barbara F. Meyers\, author of the book “Held\,” will be deliver ing our sermon: “Held – Showing Up for Each Other’s Mental Health” and lea ding us in Circle Talk. This service will be especially helpful for those of us who have experienced depression or mental health issues or who have loved ones who have experienced such difficulties. The service is open to the public and we hope you will invite others to attend\, learn and (if d esired) participate during Circle Talk.
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Rev. Barbara F. Meyers is a Unitarian Universa list community minister with a mental health ministry based in Fremont\, C alifornia. She is assistant director of the Life Reaching Across to Life peer support center\, the author of a mental health curriculum for congreg ations\, and the book “Held – Showing Up for each Other’s Mental Health” p ublished by Skinner House Books in July 2020. She is the President of the UU Mental Health Network.
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Rev. Meyers served on the UUA’s Accessi bility Committee beginning in 2005\, and was active in the creation of EqU Ual Access. She served on the UUMA’s Task Force on Disability in 2017-201 8. She was active in the creation of the AIM program to make congregation s accessible and inclusive of disability.
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Prior to her ministry wo rk she spent 25 years as a computer software engineer at IBM. She has a Ba chelor’s degree in Mathematics\, and a Master’s and PhD in Computer Scienc e all from UCLA\, and a Certificate in Spiritual Direction from the Chapla incy Institute in Berkeley.
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Those on our Order of Service distribu tion list will receive an Order of Service email on Saturday\, January 9th \, with the Zoom login details. If you are not on this list and would like to attend\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or call h er at 269-612-8886 for Zoom information.
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See you (virtually) on Su nday!
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Image Caption:“Be the reason that someone belie ves in the goodness of people.”
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210110T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210110T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Held: Showing Up for Each Other’s Mental Health” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-held-showing-up-for-each-oth ers-mental-health/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/01/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Sunday-Service .png?fit=410%2C212&ssl=1\;410\;212\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Sunday-Service.png?fit=600%2C310&ssl=1\;600 \;310\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13354@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Beth La Fleur\; president@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The BUUF Board regularly meets the second Monday of every mo nth. This coming Monday\, January 11th\, the board will meet via Zoom from 6:30 to 7:30pm. This will be followed by a brief meeting to kick off our new 5-year planning process\, led by Board President Beth La Fleur. If you would like to attend the board meeting or be part of the core team leadin g the 5-year planning process\, you are invited to attend the meeting. Ple ase email Beth at president@berrienuu.org or Joanne at office@berrienuu.or g for Zoom login details.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210111T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210111T203000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:BUUF Board Meeting and 5-Year Planning Process Kickoff URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/buuf-board-meeting-and-5-year-planning-proc ess-kickoff/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13229@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Racial Justi ce Discussion Group is reading The Other Side of the River: A Story of Two Towns\, A Death\, and America’s Dilemma by: Alex Kotlowitz. We w ill be meeting to discuss the book January 14th @ 7pm.
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Joi n Zoom Meeting:
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https://zoom.us/j/97003654745?pwd=SFp3 UGY4STlBelljM2pNcE1sNW9mQT09
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Meeting ID: 970 0365 4745
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TThere are 7 copies of the book (from the library ) available if you would like to borrow a copy. Email Katharine Lion at dre@berrienuu.org.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210114T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210114T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “The Other Side of the River” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-the-other-s ide-of-the-river/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/12/Other-Side.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;htt ps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Other-Side.png?fit =410%2C303&ssl=1\;410\;303\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-c ontent/uploads/2020/12/Other-Side.png?fit=485%2C358&ssl=1\;485\;358\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13377@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Creative Journaling of ten helps us process difficult or confusing emotions\, it is an excellent tool for self-awareness. Please bring paper and any crafty materials you m ay have on hand\, ex: crayons\, markers\, watercolor.
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Join Zoom Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 987 0359 0273
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210116T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210116T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Creative Journaling” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-creative-journaling/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/01/MW-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i 0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/MW-1.png?fit=410%2C255&s sl=1\;410\;255\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/01/MW-1.png?fit=633%2C393&ssl=1\;633\;393\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13373@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sun day\, January 17th at 10:30am\, we are going to take a look at the science of healing. It turns out that the mind can have a real impact on healing our bodies and our spirits. As usual\, we will have some really great musi c\, a wonderful Story for all Ages\, and a great message on Neur oplasticity from Tracie Crenshaw\, who will share her own experience o f healing through mind work. This promises to be a really interesting serv ice.
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The Zoom link\, Meeting ID and Password will be emailed on Saturday with the Order of Service. If you are not on our Order of Service distribution list and would like to be added\, please email Jo anne at office@berr ienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210117T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210117T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Neuroplasticity: Rewiring the Brain” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-neuroplasticity-rewiring-the -brain/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/01/Sunday-Service-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Sunday-Servi ce-1.png?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=600%2C400&ssl= 1\;600\;400\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13392@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
We all need to hear en couragement from time to time but why wait for someone else to give us the encouragement we need to hear? In this workshop\, through some mindful mo ments we will find our own needed words of encouragement. Afterwards\, we will create a little reminder with these words. You will need: paper\, and crafty materials of your choosing.
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Join Zoom Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 987 0359 0273
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210123T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210123T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Encouraging Words” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-encouraging-words/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/01/MW-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i 0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/MW-2.png?fit=403%2C410&s sl=1\;403\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/01/MW-2.png?fit=552%2C562&ssl=1\;552\;562\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13394@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\, Jan uary 24th\, we continue with our theme of the month\, Grace and Mercy. Special guest speaker Rev. Alex Holt will be delivering the sermon on how UU spirituality can guide one’s recovery from addiction in his messag e titled\, “Awakening and Recovery.” Additionally\, Katharine Lion and Oli ver will share a Story for All Ages\, Les Rorick and Kristina McCloskey wi ll bring us a song\, and the BUUF Musicians have some more really great mu sic.
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Join the service to learn more about how addiction develops a nd how to help oneself or others in recovery. Also\, you are encouraged t o invite friends and family members who might benefit or have wisdom to of fer during Circle Talk. Zoom in this Sunday.
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Those on our Order o f Service distribution list will receive an Order of Service email on Satu rday with the Zoom login details. If you are not on this list and would li ke to attend\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886 for Zoom information.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210124T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210124T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Awakening and Recovery” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-awakening-and-recovery/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/01/Alex-Holt.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;http s://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Alex-Holt.png?fit=4 00%2C400&ssl=1\;400\;400\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13399@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
The Race Relations Council\, directed by Larry and Sandy Fel dman\, is holding a special meeting of the Council on Tuesday\, January 26 th\, at 5:30.
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The main portion of the meeting will consist of pres entations and discussions with Ray Bell\, newly elected C ounty Commissioner\, and Trenton Bowens\, newly elected B enton Harbor Area School Board Member and Founder of the Neighbors Organiz ing Against Racism (NOAR) group. Ray and Trenton will present their ideas for moving our area in more positive directions in regard to race relation s\, education\, and other local and regional issues. There will be ample o pportunity to ask questions\, make comments\, and engage in constructive d ialogue with Ray and Trenton.
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Time: Jan 26\, 2021 05:30 PM Easter n Time (US and Canada)
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For this week’s Min dfulness Workshop\, we will be adding to our Wheel of the Year and celebra ting Imbolc/Candlemas. The Wheel of the Year is an ancient method whereby Northern agrarian societies marked the turning of the seasons. You will ne ed: Current Wheel of the Year or if not yet created: paper or primed canva s/board. Other craft materials like: paint\, marker\, pencil\, coloring p encils. No artistic skills required!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210130T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210130T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Wheel of the Year – Imbolc/Candlemas” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-wheel-of-the-year-imbo lc-candlemas/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/01/mindful.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https: //i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/mindful.png?fit=410%2 C327&ssl=1\;410\;327\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content /uploads/2021/01/mindful.png?fit=591%2C472&ssl=1\;591\;472\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13444@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sun day\, January 31st\, we continue with our theme of “Grace and Mercy.” The focus of our service is: “Aging Well.” Our special guest speaker is Rosema ry Cox of Sage-ing International. Additionally\, Lois Sundstrom wil l do our Chalice work and Janice Zerfas will bring us a poem. To ce lebrate The Wheel of the Year turning once again on Feb. 1\, or Imbolc\, h alfway between Winter Solstice and Spring Equinox\, we will hear the Story for All Ages\, Brigid’s Eve\, written and read by Nan Lundeen\, illustrations by Katharine Lion. The Lorenz family will round off the pres entation with a musical round\, “Holy Water\, Sacred Flame.” Julie William s will share her thoughts on aging\, and the BUUF Musicians have some real ly wonderful music for us. If you are planning on getting older\, this wou ld be a great service to join. See you on Zoom!
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Those on our Order of Service distribution list will receive an Order of S ervice email on Saturday with the Zoom login details. If you are not on th is list and would like to attend\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@b errienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886 for Zoom information.
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Ms. Rosemary Cox is a Lead Facilitator and Educati on Coordinator with Sage-ing International and a retired social worker wit h broad experience in healthcare\, groups\, elder community development\, brain health\, and retreat leadership. She is co-author of the Heart of Ag ing program. Rev. Jim McConnell has attended and helped conduct several wo rkshops with Ms. Cox on the spiritual dimension of aging.
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Madeleine L’Engle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210131T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210131T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Aging Well” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-aging-well/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/01/Sunday-Service-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Sunday-Servi ce-2.png?fit=410%2C308&ssl=1\;410\;308\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Sunday-Service-2.png?fit=480%2C360&ssl= 1\;480\;360\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13413@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
You are invited to the February 1^st Berrien County ALPACT/Interfaith Action Virtual Zoom Community Forum.
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When: Feb 1\, 2021 06:00 PM Eastern Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210201T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210201T193000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Berrien County ALPACT/Interfaith Action Virtual Zoom Community Foru m URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/berrien-county-alpact-interfaith-action-vir tual-zoom-community-forum/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/01/6438CF05-E1D8-4D5E-88FC-9DE6C584F05E_4_5005_c.jpeg?resize=150%2 C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-conten t/uploads/2021/01/6438CF05-E1D8-4D5E-88FC-9DE6C584F05E_4_5005_c.jpeg?fit=2 52%2C240&ssl=1\;252\;240\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13495@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Community Forum for Economic Justice and Berrien UU Fellowship have teamed up to present two book studies in February\, four s essions each\, of the book Cast e\, by Pulitzer Prize winner Isabel Wilkerson. Wilkerson helps us u nderstand the caste and class systems operative in this country as well as in ourselves.
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Thursday Meeting Dates \, Times and Pages Covered:
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Februar y 4th\, 7:00-8:30 PM\, p. 1-96
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February 11th\ , 7:00-8:30 PM\, p. 99-207
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February 18th\, 7: 00-8:30 PM\, p. 208-308
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210204T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210204T203000 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;COUNT=4;BYDAY=TH;WKST=MO SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:February Book Study: “Racism Through a New Lens” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/february-book-study-racism-through-a-new-le ns/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/02/2020-09-16-caste-isabel.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1 \,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/2020- 09-16-caste-isabel.jpg?fit=410%2C231&ssl=1\;410\;231\;1\,large\;https://i0 .wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/2020-09-16-caste-isabel.j pg?fit=937%2C528&ssl=1\;937\;528\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13475@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This week we will listen to a short talk and try the Loving-Kindness meditation with Sharon Salzbe rg. Salzberg says\, “Loving-kindness doesn’t ask us to love every person w e meet. It is realizing how interconnected all of our lives are. In this s tate\, we come to see how the things we love and the choices we make rippl e outwards.” Afterwards we will do a short creative practice. You will nee d: paper & crafty materials of your choosing.
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Meeting ID: 987 0359 0273
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210206T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Loving-Kindness” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-loving-kindness-3/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/02/MW.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0. wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/MW.jpg?fit=403%2C410&ssl=1 \;403\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2 021/02/MW.jpg?fit=442%2C450&ssl=1\;442\;450\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13497@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Community Forum for Economic Justice and Berrien UU Fellowship have teamed up to present two book studies in February\, four s essions each\, of the book Cast e\, by Pulitzer Prize winner Isabel Wilkerson. Wilkerson helps us u nderstand the caste and class systems operative in this country as well as in ourselves.
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Saturday Meeting Dates \, Times and Pages Covered:
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Februar y 6th\, 11:30 AM-1:00 PM\, p. 1-96
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February 1 3th\, 11:30 AM-1:00 PM\, p. 99-207
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February 2 0th\, 11:30 AM-1:00 PM\, p. 208-308
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February 27th\, 11:30 AM-1:00 PM\, p. 311-end
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Meeting Link:
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Don’t have time to read the book or want some additional context? Listen to the NPR Fresh Air episode on “America’s ‘ Caste’ System.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210206T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210206T130000 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;COUNT=4;BYDAY=SA;WKST=MO SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:February Book Study: “Racism Through a New Lens” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/february-book-study-racism-through-a-new-le ns-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/02/2020-09-16-caste-isabel.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1 \,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/2020- 09-16-caste-isabel.jpg?fit=410%2C231&ssl=1\;410\;231\;1\,large\;https://i0 .wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/2020-09-16-caste-isabel.j pg?fit=937%2C528&ssl=1\;937\;528\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13408@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
A Conversation Led by The Religious Professionals Task Force of the Unitarian Universalist Multiracial U nity Action Council
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Saturday\, February 6\, 2021 – from 4 to 6 pm Eastern Time
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A virtual eve nt\, for UUMUAC members and others who are concerned about defending our U U Principles\, held using Zoom technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210206T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210206T180000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:The Struggle for Unitarian  Universalism: “Defending our Seven Prin ciples” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/the-struggle-for-unitarian-universalism-def ending-our-seven-principles/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/01/Screen-Shot-2021-01-19-at-4.20.45-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/01/Screen-Shot-2021-01-19-at-4.20.45-PM.png?fit=410%2C407&ssl=1\;410\ ;407\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01 /Screen-Shot-2021-01-19-at-4.20.45-PM.png?fit=818%2C812&ssl=1\;818\;812\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13473@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\, February 7th\, we begin our new monthly theme of “Beloved Community.” The focus of this week’s service is: “Spiritual Prac tice.” In his sermon\, Rev. Jim McConnell will talk about the impact that spiritual practice has on the well-being of ourselves\, our community \, a nd our world. Additionally\, Jim Fuller and Sandy Feldman will share thei r thoughts on their personal spirituality\, Lisa Quinlan and Ralph Heibutz ki will light our chalice and the BUUF Musicians will bring us some more r eally great music. See you there\, on Zoom.
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Those on our Order of Service distribution list will receive an Order of Servic e email on Saturday with the Zoom login details. If you are not on this li st and would like to attend\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berrie nuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886 for Zoom information.
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Image Caption: Gardening and meditation are two common forms of spiritual practice.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210207T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210207T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Spiritual Practice” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-spiritual-practice/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/02/Screen-Shot-2021-02-02-at-3.52.36-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/02/Screen-Shot-2021-02-02-at-3.52.36-PM.png?fit=410%2C172&ssl=1\;410\ ;172\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02 /Screen-Shot-2021-02-02-at-3.52.36-PM.png?fit=1024%2C430&ssl=1\;1024\;430\ ;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Scree n-Shot-2021-02-02-at-3.52.36-PM.png?fit=1180%2C496&ssl=1\;1180\;496\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13502@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This week we will have a guest leader: Keely Adams. Keely will begin by leading us through a vis ualization meditation and will then instruct us on writing a letter of end earment to ourselves. Please find a comfortable spot for the meditation an d bring your favorite stationary/paper\, pen & decorative items.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210213T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210213T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Letters of Endearment” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-letters-of-endearment/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/02/MW-1.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i 0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/MW-1.jpg?fit=410%2C314&s sl=1\;410\;314\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/02/MW-1.jpg?fit=536%2C410&ssl=1\;536\;410\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13508@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunda y\, February 14th\, is Valentine’s Day. The theme of our service is “Devot ion and Commitment.” In the service\, Nan Lundeen will share an original l ove poem\, couples Charles & Dorothy Long and Dane & Terra Rasmussen will talk about being in a committed relationship\, June Blackwell will speak o n devotion to greater things\, Katharine Lion will bring another great Sto ry for All Ages\, Tracie & Vanessa Crenshaw will do our Chalice work\, and the BUUF Musicians will bring us some more beautiful\, uplifting music.\n
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Join on Zoom. Bring someone you love!!
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Those on our Order of Service distribution list will receiv e an Order of Service email on Saturday with the Zoom login details. If yo u are not on this list and would like to attend\, please email Joanne Kret tek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886 for Zoom informati on.
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Those wh o choose love –
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210214T223000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210214T234500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Devotion and Commitment” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-devotion-and-commitment/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/02/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Sunday-Service .png?fit=410%2C261&ssl=1\;410\;261\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Sunday-Service.png?fit=434%2C276&ssl=1\;434 \;276\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13556@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Join Re v. Jim McConnell\, Lisa Fuller and Joanne Krettek for two informal discuss ions about everything BUUF! Bring your questions about BUUF’s governance\, committees\, community work and more. Learn about the support provided to us by organizations like the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) and the Michigan UU Social Justice Network. Learn about our 7 principles\, Gr een Sanctuary and Welcoming Congregation certification\, and the many oppo rtunities for involvement. ALL BUUFers are invited to attend to learn and share. Newer members\, visitors and anyone with questions about our fellow ship will find these sessions especially valuable.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210217T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210217T200000 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;COUNT=2;BYDAY=WE;WKST=MO SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:BUUF Orientation URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/buuf-orientation/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/02/logo-social-media-1.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,me dium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/logo-soci al-media-1.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1\;400\;400\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13547@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This week we wi ll learn to get into our mindful moment with a calming process for moments of anxiety. It includes quick drawings and writing. No artistic skills re quired. You will need: paper & crafty materials of your choosing. Markers or pen are great.
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Meeting ID: 98 7 0359 0273
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210220T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210220T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Mindfully Anxious Moments” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-mindfully-anxious-mome nts/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/02/Mindfulness.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;ht tps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Mindfulness.jpg?f it=410%2C309&ssl=1\;410\;309\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp -content/uploads/2021/02/Mindfulness.jpg?fit=632%2C476&ssl=1\;632\;476\;1 X-TAGS;LANGUAGE=en-US:art\,mindfulness END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13550@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\, February 21st\, we continue our February theme of “Beloved Community.” The focus of the service is: “Living well and finding wholenes s in spite of disability.” Readers: Jordan Beasley\, Lisa Quinlan\, and Ki m Suhr will share their experiences\, Rev. Jim McConnell will speak on “Th e Most Damning Disability\,” and the BUUF Musicians will have more wonderf ul music. Join us on Zoom.
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Those on our Order of Service distrib ution list will receive an Order of Service email on Saturday with the Zoo m login details. If you are not on this list and would like to attend\, pl ease email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8 886 for Zoom information.
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Sometimes it takes d ealing with a disability – the trauma\, the relearning\, the months of rehabilitation therapy – to uncover our true abilities and how we can put them to work for us in ways we may have never imagined.\n
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Image Credit: U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth\, picture d on the right (Duckworth lost her legs when a rocket propelled grenade hi t the Blackhawk Helicopter she was piloting in 2004 over Iraq.)
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210221T223000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210221T234500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Living Well with Physical Disability” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-living-well-and-finding-whol eness-in-spite-of-disability/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/02/Sunday-Service-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Sunday-Servi ce-1.png?fit=410%2C274&ssl=1\;410\;274\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=959%2C640&ssl= 1\;959\;640\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13596@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The collage process is like making magic\, you take disparate pieces and somehow when you combin e them\, you make a creation. If we include mindfulness in this process\, you don’t just get a cool image\, you get a story of awareness.
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Y ou will need: paper\, glue or glue stick\, collage materials (magazines\, pages from books\, drawings or scribbles)\, and will possibly use other cr eative materials such as: paint\, markers or crayon.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210227T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210227T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Mindful Collage” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-mindful-collage-3/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/02/MW-2.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i 0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/MW-2.jpg?fit=276%2C410&s sl=1\;276\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/02/MW-2.jpg?fit=332%2C494&ssl=1\;332\;494\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13599@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday February 28th is a very special Sund ay. We are going to have an Ingathering Ceremony to celeb rate new and long-time members of our BUUF congregation. If you ha ve joined BUUF since March of 2020\, please make a special effort to atten d the service and be formally welcomed into our Beloved Community.
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To continue the celebration\, Joanne Krettek will speak on Devot ion\, Lisa Fuller will talk on Evangelism (UU-style) and Joan Guilfoyle wi ll have a special reading. The BUUF Musicians will have more wonderful mus ic for us. including a song by Kristina McCloskey and Les Rorick. Lia and Zelda McCoskey are our Chalice lighters\, Beth LaFleur will share some exc iting things happening at BUUF and Katharine Lion has a great Story for al l Ages.
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Zoom in and join.
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Those on our Order of Service di stribution list will receive an Order of Service email on Saturday with th e Zoom login details. If you are not on this list and would like to attend \, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269- 612-8886 for Zoom information.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210228T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210228T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Celebrating our Beloved Community” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-celebrating-our-beloved-comm unity/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/02/1A6054A5-6282-4565-8E11-44A6B9DC45FC_1_201_a-scaled.jpeg?resize =150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp- content/uploads/2021/02/1A6054A5-6282-4565-8E11-44A6B9DC45FC_1_201_a-scale d.jpeg?fit=410%2C253&ssl=1\;410\;253\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienu u.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/1A6054A5-6282-4565-8E11-44A6B9DC45FC_1_20 1_a-scaled.jpeg?fit=1024%2C632&ssl=1\;1024\;632\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.co m/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/1A6054A5-6282-4565-8E11-44A6B9D C45FC_1_201_a-scaled.jpeg?fit=2560%2C1579&ssl=1\;2560\;1579\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13598@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Clark Gilpin\; wgilpin@uchicago.edu DESCRIPTION:
The Social Justice Committee is planning to meet Wednesday\, March 3\, from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. The purposes are to conduct a brief evalu ation of social justice activities and begin thinking about the social jus tice budget for the 2021 – 2022 fiscal year. The draft agenda is as follow s.
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Draft Meeting Agenda:
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1. Report on our current collabor ation with non-profit organizations: Neighbors Organizing Against Racism\, Race Relations Council\, and Interfaith Action of Southwest Michigan
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2. Collaboration with BUUF programs: During the 2020 – 2021 program y ear\, the Social Justice Committee has provided six readings on LGBTQ+ and racial justice for Sunday services\, has cooperated on book discussions\, and supported meals served by the Benton Harbor Soup Kitchen. How would y ou evaluate our committee’s involvement in these programs? Do we have any new priorities for the 2021 – 2022 program year\, for example\, tutoring a t public schools?
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3. Budget for 2021-22: In May we will need to su bmit a financial budget for programs the Social Justice Committee recommen ds supporting in the next fiscal year.
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Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 891 9926 4276
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210303T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210303T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Social Justice Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/social-justice-committee-meeting-7/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13638@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
In this Mindfulness Work shop we’ll be exploring with non-judgment what our feelings look like and feel like in our bodies. There will be a guided meditation and creative pr actice. You will need: A comfy spot to meditate\, paper and crafty materia ls such as but not limited to: paint\, markers or crayon. No Art Skills Re quired.
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Join Zoom Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 987 0359 027 3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210306T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210306T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Mindful Awareness” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-mindful-awareness/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/MW.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0. wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/MW.jpg?fit=250%2C362&ssl=1 \;250\;362\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13651@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Dianne Gibbons\; gmad50@comcast.net DESCRIPTION:

Topics of Discussion:
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Sharing of bean recipes
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April activities…maybe an outdoor get-together involving vegan/vegetarian food?
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Field trip to Verdant Hollow Farms in Buchanan?
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Organic herb garden at BUUF?
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Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/3893186247?pwd=LzNVakd3dFNBS3Z0OExscGdWK 1ZQZz09
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Meeting ID: 389 318 6247
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210306T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210306T170000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:BUUF Ethical Eating Group Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/buuf-ethical-eating-group-meeting/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/vegetable-skewer-3317060_1920.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\; 150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03 /vegetable-skewer-3317060_1920.jpg?fit=410%2C262&ssl=1\;410\;262\;1\,large \;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/vegetable-ske wer-3317060_1920.jpg?fit=1024%2C655&ssl=1\;1024\;655\;1\,full\;https://i0. wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/vegetable-skewer-3317060_1 920.jpg?fit=1920%2C1228&ssl=1\;1920\;1228\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13636@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This month\, o ur Racial Justice Book Reading is “The Color of Law” by Richard Rothstein. We will be joining Neighbors Organizing Against Racism (N.O.A.R.) for com munity book discussions. There will be discussions on Saturdays in March @ 4pm. You will need to register ahead of time if you would like to partici pate.
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Register HERE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210306T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210306T180000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Community Book Read: “The Color of Law” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-community-book-read-the-colo r-of-law/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/Color-of-Law.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;h ttps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Color-of-Law.jpg ?fit=232%2C344&ssl=1\;232\;344\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13646@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Lisa Fuller DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\, March 7th\, we begin our March theme\, Rebirth and Renewal. The focus of the ser vice is International Women’s Day: “Sacred Space: There Shall Be Room for All.” Marked annually on March 8th\, International Women’s Day (IWD) is on e of the most important days of the year to celebrate women’s achievements . This year we use the day to consider how we share our resources and spac e for compassion and justice. Join us on Zoom!
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Those on our Order of Service distribution list will receive an Order of Service email on Sat urday with the Zoom login details. If you are not on this list and would l ike to attend\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or cal l her at 269-612-8886 for Zoom information.
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Image C aption: 2013 Fuller Fellowship Hall renovation
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“You don’t make progress by standing on the sidelines\, whimpering and complaining. Y ou make progress by implementing ideas.”
\n– Shirley Chisolm\n

DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210307T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210307T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Sacred Space: There Shall Be Room for All” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-sacred-space-there-shall-be- room-for-all/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/Sunday.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https:/ /i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Sunday.png?fit=410%2C3 09&ssl=1\;410\;309\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/u ploads/2021/03/Sunday.png?fit=754%2C568&ssl=1\;754\;568\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13675@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Open to All!
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If you feel called to celebrate the LGBTQ community\, calle d to help protect LGBTQ civil rights\, called to build a better home of inclusivity at BUUF\, then consider joinin g the work of the Welcoming Congregation Committee!
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Emai l: dre@berrienuu.org for the Zoom L ink
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210310T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210310T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Welcoming Congregation Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/welcoming-congregation-committee-meeting-7/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/WCC.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0 .wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/WCC.jpg?fit=384%2C410&ssl =1\;384\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2021/03/WCC.jpg?fit=452%2C482&ssl=1\;452\;482\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13673@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Zen-doodling is a kind of meditative repetitive drawing. It is s elf-soothing\, simple to do and teaches owning our mistakes by incorporati ng mistakes into the whole image. You will need: paper and a pencil\, pen or marker.
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Join Zoom Meeting:
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Meet ing ID: 987 0359 0273
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210313T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210313T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Zen-doodles” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-zen-doodles-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/Screen-Shot-2021-03-09-at-3.40.37-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/03/Screen-Shot-2021-03-09-at-3.40.37-PM.png?fit=410%2C408&ssl=1\;410\ ;408\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03 /Screen-Shot-2021-03-09-at-3.40.37-PM.png?fit=434%2C432&ssl=1\;434\;432\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13666@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
Join Dane Rasmussen and others for a fun outdoor bonfire and chat. Bring your own drinks\, snacks and chair (optional). The bonfire is great for roasting veggie/hotdogs\, sausages and foil dinners!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210313T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210313T190000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:New Moon Campfire at BUUF URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/new-moon-campfire-at-buuf/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/nousnou-iwasaki-lIwdZpR6rEw-unsplash-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C15 0&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/u ploads/2021/03/nousnou-iwasaki-lIwdZpR6rEw-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=410%2C3 08&ssl=1\;410\;308\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/u ploads/2021/03/nousnou-iwasaki-lIwdZpR6rEw-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=1024%2C 768&ssl=1\;1024\;768\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/ uploads/2021/03/nousnou-iwasaki-lIwdZpR6rEw-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2 C1920&ssl=1\;2560\;1920\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13674@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This month our Racial Justice Book Reading is The Color of Law by Richard Rothstein. We will be joining Neighbors Organizing Against Racism (N.O.A.R.) for communi ty book discussions. There will be discussions on Saturdays in March @ 4pm . You can watch\, listen & join in the discussion through written comments on NOAR’s Facebook Live. Look for Neighbors Organizing Against Racism on Facebook.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210313T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210313T170000 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;COUNT=3;BYDAY=SA;WKST=MO SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Community Book Read: “The Color of Law” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-community-book-read-the-colo r-of-law-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/Color-of-Law.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;h ttps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Color-of-Law.jpg ?fit=232%2C344&ssl=1\;232\;344\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13669@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The worshi p theme for March is “Rebirth and Renewal.” In this Sunday’s service we ar e going to address the question: “Where do we find the spiritual wherewith al to live positive\, creative\, meaningful lives? Clark Gilpin and Nico Rojas are going to bring their interpretations of a line of poetry from th e Japanese Zen poet\, Basho:“Sitting quietly\, doing nothing\, Spring c omes and the grass grows all by itself.” Plus\, June Blackwell will r ead us a poem\, Katharine Lion will bring a Social Justice Moment\, Ralph Heibutzki will sing us a song\, and the BUUF musicians have selecte d some really great music for us. See you on Zoom!
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\nThose on our Order of Service distribution list will receive an Order of Service email on Saturday with the Zoom login details. If you are not on this list and would like to attend\, please email Joanne Krettek at office @berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886 for Zoom information.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210314T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210314T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Spring Comes and the Grass Grows All by Itself” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-spring-comes-and-the-grass-g rows-all-by-itself/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Sunday-Service .png?fit=410%2C308&ssl=1\;410\;308\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Sunday-Service.png?fit=480%2C360&ssl=1\;480 \;360\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13689@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
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Help make sure BUUF is financially able to carry out our mission a nd new five-year plan by joining BUUF’s stewardship team! We have many exc iting things to discuss and plan together:
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Our Generosity S unday service in April
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The theme for our pledge campaign
\n< li>Creation of pledge campaign materials\, like a brochure\, pledge form a nd website pages\n
Various communication strategies such as virtua l cottage meetings and/or testimonials
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Thank you messages / gift s for pledging members
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All are invited\, whether you’ve he lped out with previous pledge campaigns or not. If you’d like to review wh at other UU churches are doing around stewardship before the meeting\, ema il Joanne (office@berrienuu.org) for links and materials. Otherwise\, just come to the meeting and join in the discussion!
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Join Zoom Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 949 9168 6400
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210315T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210315T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Stewardship Team Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/stewardship-team-meeting-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/Generosity_D_Giving_Hands-1-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\; 150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/20 21/03/Generosity_D_Giving_Hands-1-scaled.jpg?fit=410%2C308&ssl=1\;410\;308 \;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Gen erosity_D_Giving_Hands-1-scaled.jpg?fit=1024%2C768&ssl=1\;1024\;768\;1\,fu ll\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Generosity_ D_Giving_Hands-1-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1920&ssl=1\;2560\;1920\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13691@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Rev. Phil Lund of the UUA MidAmerica Region recently led our BUU F board through what he calls “The Sweet Spot Exercise.” It was a fun brai nstorming session where we analyzed BUUF’s resources\, our community needs and interests\, and where they overlap (our “sweet spot”). Then we create d ideas for how we can involve community members in our mission and expand our fellowship’s reach. Would you like to participate in this fun exercis e and share your creative ideas for outreach?! If so\, you can take advant age of one of two upcoming opportunities.
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BUUF Sweet Spot Exercise (choose either session):
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Wednesday\, Mar ch 17 @ 6:30 PM
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Join Zoom Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 914 4447 5577
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Thursday\, March 18 @ 6:30 PM
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Join Zoom Meetin g
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Meeting ID: 910 8443 9498
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210317T193000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sweet Spot Exercise URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sweet-spot-exercise/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/Screen-Shot-2021-03-09-at-5.42.01-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/03/Screen-Shot-2021-03-09-at-5.42.01-PM.png?fit=410%2C360&ssl=1\;410\ ;360\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03 /Screen-Shot-2021-03-09-at-5.42.01-PM.png?fit=812%2C712&ssl=1\;812\;712\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13721@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
For this week’s mindfuln ess workshop\, we will be adding to our wheel of the year and celebrating Spring Equinox. The Wheel of the Year is an ancient method whereby Northe rn agrarian societies marked the turning of the seasons. You will need: Cu rrent Wheel of the Year or if not yet created: paper or primed canvas/boar d. Other craft materials like: paint\, marker\, pencil\, coloring pencils . No artistic skills required!
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Join Zoom Meeting:
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M eeting ID: 987 0359 0273\, Passcode: 877357
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210320T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210320T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Wheel of the Year – Spring Equinox” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-wheel-of-the-year-spri ng-equinox/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/MW.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0. wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/MW.png?fit=410%2C327&ssl=1 \;410\;327\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2 021/03/MW.png?fit=564%2C450&ssl=1\;564\;450\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13725@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
< p>This Sunday\, March 21st\, is the Spring Equinox and the official start of spring! Terra Rasmussen will deliver a sermon entitled: “Renewing Balan ce: Finding Harmony in Polarity.” A special Story for All Ages\, written b y Nan Lundeen\, will feature artwork by Katharine Lion and animation by Ni co Rojas. There will also be a special reading my Lia McCoskey and several new and uplifting hymns by various musicians. Lisa Fuller\, Lia McCoskey and Terra Rasmussen will be our service leaders and also our chalice light ers. RE children Lois and Zelda will share the opening words.
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Join us on Zoom and help celebrate the return of spring!
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Those on our Order of Service distribution list will receive an Order of Service email on Saturday with the Zoom login details. If you are not on this list and w ould like to attend\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 269-612-8886 for Zoom information.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210321T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210321T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Spring Equinox” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-spring-equinox/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/pexels-pixabay-162164-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;1 50\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/ pexels-pixabay-162164-scaled.jpg?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\; https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/pexels-pixabay- 162164-scaled.jpg?fit=1024%2C681&ssl=1\;1024\;681\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp. com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/pexels-pixabay-162164-scaled. jpg?fit=2560%2C1702&ssl=1\;2560\;1702\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13723@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:socialwitness@uua.org DESCRIPTION:
While many of us ce lebrate the promise of a new administration in the White House\, things we care about — advocating for racial justice\, countering white supremacy\, protecting our democratic freedoms — are still at risk. Inspired to grow more connections for collective social witness action for a wide range of values at risk\, the Commission on Social Witness invites all UUs to Witne ss\, Connect\, Act! A social witness convening to share and connect UUs fo r inspiration and ideas.
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The spring Convening will take place Wedn esday\, March 24\, 7-9 pm ET/4-6 pm PT to bring together leaders from arou nd the country to share updates on actions\, including leaders of both Act ions of Immediate Witness (below)\, UU the Vote\, and more. All will have the opportunity to connect and share ideas and inspiration related to rece nt action statements. Commissioners will also review how to make new state ments at GA 2021\, and provide an opportunity to connect in advance of GA.
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For mo re information
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Register now.
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For questio ns\, email socialwitness@uua.org.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210324T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Witness\, Connect\, Act! – A social witness convening URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/witness-connect-act-a-social-witness-conven ing/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/Witness.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https: //i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Witness.png?fit=410%2 C343&ssl=1\;410\;343\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content /uploads/2021/03/Witness.png?fit=584%2C488&ssl=1\;584\;488\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13754@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; dre@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Create a si mple book to fill with mindful reminders. You will need: printer paper or easily folded paper\, pencil and any crafty materials of your choosing lik e colored pencils or markers.
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https://zoom.us/j/ 98703590273?pwd=WlhCRTNKY1l0cm1IVWZtTDZYZmNrQT09
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Meeting ID: 9 87 0359 0273\, Passcode: 877357
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210327T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210327T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: Mini-Mindful Book URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-mini-mindful-book/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/PastedGraphic-4.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium \;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/PastedGraphic -4.png?fit=325%2C410&ssl=1\;325\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienu u.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/PastedGraphic-4.png?fit=328%2C414&ssl=1\; 328\;414\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13749@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
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“ None of us got where we are solely by pulling ourselves up by our bootstra ps. We got here because somebody – a parent\, a teacher\, an Ivy League cr ony or a few nuns – bent down and helped us pick up our boots.” Thurgood Marshall
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This Sunday\, March 28th\, we again visit our March theme of “Rebirth and Renewal\,” with a focus on education. Charmae Sanders\, our guest speaker\, will talk about her work with the Lake Michigan College “Start to Finish Program” which helps fost er kids have successful educational outcomes. Additionally\, Martin Hutch inson\, will share an original reading\, Katharine Lion has chosen another great Story for All Ages\, Les Rorick and Kristina McCloskey will perform a musical number\, Jim and Lisa Fuller will officiate our Fabric of Life Ceremony\, Felipe\, Paula\, and Mikey McConnell-Perez will do our Chalice work\, and the BUUF musicians have some more great music for us.
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Those on our Order of Service distribution list will receive an Order of Service email on Saturday with the Zoom login details. If you are not on this list and would like to att end\, please email Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org or call her at 2 69-612-8886 for Zoom information.
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Charmae Sanders is the Director of the Start to Finish program at Lake Mi chigan College. Start to Finish is a program that serves students from the Benton Harbor Promise Zone and students who spent time in foster care. Pr ior to working at LMC\, Charmae spent 15 years working for the State of Mi chigan foster care system and brings her passion for working with underser ved youth with her to the college. Charmae received her Bachelor of Scienc e degree from Michigan State University and her Master of Arts degree from Spring Arbor University. She serves the local community as a member of th e Iota Iota Omega alumni chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.\, as a board member of the Race Relations Council\, the community co-chair of AL PACT\, as a member of several LMC Advisory committees\, and many other vol unteer opportunities.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210328T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210328T113000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Start to Finish” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-start-to-finish/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/segregration.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;h ttps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/segregration.png ?fit=410%2C301&ssl=1\;410\;301\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/ wp-content/uploads/2021/03/segregration.png?fit=440%2C323&ssl=1\;440\;323\ ;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13752@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; dre@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
On March 28th we will begin our 1st challenge – the Environmental Challenge. Before that ti me be sure to make some plans for your town. See image below:
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For more information: dre@berrienuu.org
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Link will be made available with Sunday Service Link
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210328T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210328T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:RE kids: Builder’s Challenge-Environmental Challenge URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/re-kids-builders-challenge-environmental-ch allenge/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/Builder-3.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;http s://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Builder-3.jpg?fit=4 10%2C280&ssl=1\;410\;280\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-con tent/uploads/2021/03/Builder-3.jpg?fit=680%2C464&ssl=1\;680\;464\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13683@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Clark Gilpin\; wgilpin@uchicago.edu DESCRIPTION:
There will be a Social Justice Committee Meeting at 7:00pm o n Wednesday\, March 31st. The primary items on the agenda are social justi ce Sunday service readings and days of observance\, as well as recommendat ions for which social justice organizations to support during the 2021-22 fiscal year.
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Join Zoom Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 891 071 0930
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210331T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210331T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Social Justice Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/social-justice-committee-meeting-8/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13771@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The theme for the month of April is “Follow Your Path.” Since this is Easter Sunday\ , we will focus on transformation. Rev. Jim McConnell will bring a sermon titled: “The Importance of Crashing and Burning: How I Became a Devout\ , Radical\, Militant\, Evangelical\, Born Again Liberal\,” Nanc y Gilpin will do our chalice work\, Julie Williams will read a poem\, Glor ia Weberg will share her thoughts on transformation and rebirth\, and the BUUF Musicians will have more really great music. Zoom in and join us.
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Those on our Order of Service distribution list will receive an Order of Service email on Saturday with the Zoom login details. If you are not on this list and would like to attend\, please email office@berrienuu.org for Zoom information.
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“The transformation of the world is bro ught about by the transformation of oneself.”
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– Jiddu Krishnamurti
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210404T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210404T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Easter UU-Style” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-easter-uu-style/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/Sunday-Service-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Sunday-Servi ce-2.png?fit=410%2C246&ssl=1\;410\;246\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Sunday-Service-2.png?fit=1024%2C615&ssl =1\;1024\;615\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2021/03/Sunday-Service-2.png?fit=1908%2C1146&ssl=1\;1908\;1146\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13796@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; dre@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This week we will le arn a meditative way of creating circles. The process is very relaxing and also helps to get your creative flow flowing! You will need: paper\, pain t (kid’s watercolor pan works great) or use whatever you have handy\, cray ons work too! No artistic skill required.
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Join Zoom Meeting
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https://zoom.us/j/98703590273?pwd=WlhCRTNKY1l0cm1IVWZtTDZYZmNr QT09
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Meeting ID: 987 0359 0273\, Passcode: 877357
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210410T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210410T110000 LOCATION:Zoom SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: Meditative Circles URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-meditative-circles/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/image1.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https:/ /i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/image1.jpg?fit=410%2C4 10&ssl=1\;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/u ploads/2021/03/image1.jpg?fit=1024%2C1024&ssl=1\;1024\;1024\;1\,full\;http s://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/image1.jpg?fit=1600 %2C1600&ssl=1\;1600\;1600\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13793@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
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“The journey of the hero is about the courage to seek the depths\; the image of creati ve rebirth\; the eternal cycle of change within us\; the uncanny discovery that the seeker is the mystery which the seeker seeks to know.” –Joseph C ampbell
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This Sunday\, April 11th we continue with o ur theme of the month\, “Following Your Path.” Rev. Jim McConnell will br ing a message titled: “The Fruitful and Terrifying Darkness\,” in which he will talk about the ‘Jonah in the belly of the whale’ portion of t he spiritual journey. Readers\, Brett Macanni and Suzi Smith will share h ow times of darkness\, in their lives\, have helped shape them into mature human beings\, the Story for All Ages will be “What do you do with a chan ce?” by Kobi Yamada\, Emily and Larkin Johnson will share how their BUUF r eligious education has influence them\, and the BUUF Musicians will have m ore great music. Join on Zoom.
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Those on our Order o f Service distribution list will receive an Order of Service email on Satu rday with the Zoom login details. If you are not on this list and would li ke to attend\, please email office@berrienuu.org for Zoom information.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210411T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210411T113000 LOCATION:Zoom SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “The Fruitful and Terrifying Darkness” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-the-fruitful-and-terrifying- darkness/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/Luke.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i 0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Luke.png?fit=325%2C410&s sl=1\;325\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/Luke.png?fit=813%2C1024&ssl=1\;813\;1024\;1\,full\;https://i0.w p.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Luke.png?fit=1066%2C1343&ss l=1\;1066\;1343\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13822@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The theme fo r this Sunday April 18th is “The Path to Loving-Kindness.” In his sermon\, “Fake it ’til You Make It\,” Rev. Jim McConnell will discuss how acting i n a loving and kind way towards others can actually lead to genuine empath y and happiness. Lisa Quinlan and Dennis Higdon\, our readers for the day\ , will bring their own experiences on the path to loving-kindness. Additio nally\, Katharine Lion will have another great Story for All Ages\, Les Rorick and Kristina McCloskey will share some of their music\, the BU UF Musicians have more great hymns and meditation pieces\, and Julie Willi ams will do our Chalice work. Zoom in this Sunday!
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Those on our Or der of Service distribution list will receive an Order of Service email on Saturday with the Zoom login details. If you are not on this list and wou ld like to attend\, please email office@berrienuu.org for Zoom information .
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If you want others to be happy\, practice compassion. < br />\nIf you want to be happy\, practice compassion.
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– The Dalai Lama
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210411T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210411T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “The Path to Loving-Kindness” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-the-path-to-loving-kindness/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sunday-Service .png?fit=410%2C220&ssl=1\;410\;220\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sunday-Service.png?fit=600%2C322&ssl=1\;600 \;322\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13792@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
We will be talkin g about how we’ve incorporated environmental challenges in our towns. Lear n more about building sustainably by watching some of the resource videos.
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Environmental Challenge:
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The earth is ex periencing many environmental problems which have resulted from human acti vity. Some of these problems include global warming\, air pollution and lo ss of habitats. How we build & rebuild our cities can address these issues & hopefully\, help to make it better.
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Things to Keep in m ind when building your town:
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What i s your climate like? Jungle\, desert\, moon-scape?
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Does your town have any environmental catastrophes from the past and if so how does your utopia address that?
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How does yo ur town handle waste (human\, animal\, garbage\, recycling)?
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Where does your water come from?
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What kinds of energy sources does your town use\, how are they helping or hind ering the environment?
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How do people in your town use resources wisely?
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Do people in your town hav e access to nature\, what kinds?
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What is your tow n doing to address climate change?
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Resources:
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How to take care of the Earth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2YgM1Zw4_E
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*Sustainable City: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCKz8ykyI2E
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*Green City: Clean Waters: https: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZ98limHhw8
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When Trees Meet Building s: https://www.youtu be.com/watch?v=4w7lsydq8ks
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Japan’s Town with No Trash: https://www.youtube.com/wat ch?v=OS9uhASKyjA
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Environmental Science for Kids: ht tps://study.com/academy/lesson/environmental-issues-lesson-for-kids.html
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210411T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210411T120000 LOCATION:Zoom SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:RE kids: RE Meetup – April 11th after service (11:30) URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/re-kids-re-meetup-april-11th-after-service- 1130/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/Builder-2.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;http s://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Builder-2.jpg?fit=4 10%2C280&ssl=1\;410\;280\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-con tent/uploads/2021/03/Builder-2.jpg?fit=680%2C464&ssl=1\;680\;464\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13806@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Beth La Fleur\; president@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Board of BUUF meets monthly on Zoom. Members and friends of BUUF are welcome to attend. Please contact Beth (president@berrienuu.o rg) or Joanne (office@berrienuu.org) for Zoom info in advance of meeting.< /p>\n
Or if you just have an items or concern you would like to bring to the board\, please contact us before our next meeting.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210412T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210412T200000 LOCATION:Zoom RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;COUNT=3;BYDAY=2MO SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Monthly Board Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/monthly-board-meeting/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13824@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; vp@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Join Co-chairs H arvey Johnson and Diane Gibbons for the Spring Green Sanctuary Committee M eeting April 15\, 2021\, 7pm-8pm via Zoom. Everyone can be a member and at tend. Here is the link:
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Zoom Meeting:< br />\nhttps://zoom.us/j/95354122429?pwd=bGxJM09OSVZvNEtlaExxOUthaklaUT09< /p>\n
Meeting ID: 953 5412 2429\; Pa sscode: 682490
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Find out:
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What is UUA Green Sanctuary?
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H ow to join Green Sanctuary causes at BUUF\n
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Sustainability (build ing\, grounds\, food\, sewage\, electric)
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Environmental Justice (EJ films\, partnership with Fresh Start Children’s Garden)
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Wors hip (Solstice/Equinox services\, other earth-based services)
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Rel igious Education (Environmental Challenge curriculum\, Three Sisters garde n)
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Learn about current and future projects a nd how to get involved.
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BUUF helps sustain several Gardens on the BUUF property and the Fresh Start Children’s Gardens in Benton Harbor unde r the longtime leadership of Emma Kinnard.
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The Sunday Service Comm ittee requests that the Green Sanctuary Committee help lead a service May 16\, 2021. Help us decide what to present. A Sustainability or Climate Act ion or Extinctions or Butterfly/Bee habitant theme? Please direct question s to Harvey at vp@berrienuu.org or 2 69-470-1470 or Diane.
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Pictured below: Hilary and Harvey Johnson wi th Emma Kinnard at the Fresh Start Children’s Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210415T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210415T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Green Sanctuary Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/green-sanctuary-committee-meeting-4/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/greenhouse.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;htt ps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/greenhouse.png?fit =410%2C307&ssl=1\;410\;307\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-c ontent/uploads/2021/04/greenhouse.png?fit=977%2C731&ssl=1\;977\;731\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13802@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; dre@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Ra cial Justice Discussion Group will meet in April to listen & discuss podca sts on racial justice issues.
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April 15th & April 22nd – Bre né Brown with Dr. Yaba Blay on One Drop: Shifting the Lens on Race.
\n< p>This 1hr & 20 min podcast will be broken into 2 nights. “This is an hone st conversation on identity\, grief\, transformation\, history\, colorism & taking responsibility for change.”
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April 29th – The Exper iment – Confronting the Legacy of Robert E. Lee
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What does it take to overcome one of the oldest disinformation campaigns in American history ? The Experiment talks with historian\, Ty Seidule about his book\, Rob ert E. Lee and Me which deconstructs Lee’s legacy & unpacks the “Lost Cause” ideology.
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Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 965 3354 2977
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210415T190000 LOCATION:Zoom SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: Assorted Podcast Month URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-assorted-po dcast-month/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/UU-YabaBlay-Facebook.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,m edium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/UU-YabaB lay-Facebook.jpg?fit=410%2C215&ssl=1\;410\;215\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.co m/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/UU-YabaBlay-Facebook.jpg?fit=10 24%2C538&ssl=1\;1024\;538\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-con tent/uploads/2021/04/UU-YabaBlay-Facebook.jpg?fit=1200%2C630&ssl=1\;1200\; 630\; X-INSTANT-EVENT:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13818@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Too often we find the ne ed for perfectionism in our lives. But perfectionism i.e.: the fear of fai lure keeps us from true self expression. Mindfulness teaches us that it is each step that’s important\, not actually reaching our destination. This week we focus on the fun of self-expression and not on finished products.< /p>\n
You will need: whatever crafty materials you have on hand!
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Meeting ID: 987 0359 0273\, Passcode: 877357
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210417T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210417T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Process not Product” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-process-not-product/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/MW.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0. wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/MW.png?fit=410%2C379&ssl=1 \;410\;379\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2 021/04/MW.png?fit=504%2C466&ssl=1\;504\;466\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13839@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The theme fo r this Sunday April 18th is “The Path to Loving-Kindness.” In his sermon\, “Fake it ’til You Make It\,” Rev. Jim McConnell will discuss how acting i n a loving and kind way towards others can actually lead to genuine empath y and happiness. Lisa Quinlan and Dennis Higdon\, our readers for the day\ , will bring their own experiences on the path to loving-kindness. Additio nally\, Katharine Lion will have another great Story for All Ages\, Les Rorick and Kristina McCloskey will share some of their music\, the BU UF Musicians have more great hymns and meditation pieces\, and Julie Willi ams will do our Chalice work. Zoom in this Sunday!
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Those on our Or der of Service distribution list will receive an Order of Service email on Saturday with the Zoom login details. If you are not on this list and wou ld like to attend\, please email office@berrienuu.org for Zoom information .
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If you want others to be happy\, practice compassion. < br />\nIf you want to be happy\, practice compassion.
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– The Dalai Lama
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210418T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210418T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “The Path to Loving-Kindness” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-the-path-to-loving-kindness- 2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sunday-Service .png?fit=410%2C220&ssl=1\;410\;220\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sunday-Service.png?fit=600%2C322&ssl=1\;600 \;322\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13820@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
We will be starting a new challenge for our towns this week: Housing Affordability & Accessib ility. The kids will learn what housing challenges exist in the real world and how they can attempt to accommodate those challenges in the building of their town.
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RE kids are invited to join after the service (appr oximately 11:30 AM on Sunday).
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Meeting ID: 981 7395 2952\; Passcode: 302679
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210418T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210418T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Builder’s Challenge for RE Kids URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/builders-challenge-for-re-kids/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/RE-Kids.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https: //i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/RE-Kids.png?fit=273%2 C410&ssl=1\;273\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content /uploads/2021/04/RE-Kids.png?fit=350%2C525&ssl=1\;350\;525\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13874@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
On Earth Day (Thursday\, April 22nd at 6pm) watch the film “The Story of Plastic\,” followed by a Q&A session. Click here for the film link and enter “Earth Day” as t he password. Thank you\, Joan Guilfoyle\, for sharing this opportunity!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210422T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210422T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Earth Day Film: “The Story of Plastic” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/earth-day-film-the-story-of-plastic/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/SOP-DVD-COVER-W_LAURELS-380x520-72dpi.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl= 1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2021/04/SOP-DVD-COVER-W_LAURELS-380x520-72dpi.jpg?fit=295%2C410&ssl=1\;29 5\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/ 04/SOP-DVD-COVER-W_LAURELS-380x520-72dpi.jpg?fit=380%2C529&ssl=1\;380\;529 \;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13855@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
We w ill be listening to Brené Brown talk with Dr. Yaba Blay on One Drop: S hifting the Lens on Race. This is part 2 of the conversation but part 1 isn’t necessary to hear part 2. They talk about colorism\, white suprem acy culture and the role of institutions in changing the narrative. It is food-for-thought while we develop our 5-year plan.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210422T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210422T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “One Drop: Shifting the Lens on Ra ce” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-one-drop-sh ifting-the-lens-on-race/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/Racial-Justice-4-22-21.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\ ,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Racial -Justice-4-22-21.jpg?fit=336%2C340&ssl=1\;336\;340\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13805@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; dre@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Ra cial Justice Discussion Group will meet in April to listen & discuss podca sts on racial justice issues.
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April 15th & April 22nd – Bre né Brown with Dr. Yaba Blay on One Drop: Shifting the Lens on Race.
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This 1hr & 20 min podcast will be broken into 2 nights. “This is an honest conversation on identity\, grief\, transformation\, history\, co lorism & taking responsibility for change.”
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April 29th – Th e Experiment – Confronting the Legacy of Robert E. Lee
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What does i t take to overcome one of the oldest disinformation campaigns in American history? The Experiment talks with historian\, Ty Seidule about his book\, Robert E. Lee and Me which deconstructs Lee’s legacy & unpacks the “Lost Cause” ideology.
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Meeting ID: 965 3354 2977
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210422T190000 LOCATION:Zoom SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: Assorted Podcast Month URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-assorted-po dcast-month-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/UU-YabaBlay-Facebook.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,m edium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/UU-YabaB lay-Facebook.jpg?fit=410%2C215&ssl=1\;410\;215\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.co m/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/UU-YabaBlay-Facebook.jpg?fit=10 24%2C538&ssl=1\;1024\;538\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-con tent/uploads/2021/04/UU-YabaBlay-Facebook.jpg?fit=1200%2C630&ssl=1\;1200\; 630\; X-INSTANT-EVENT:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13873@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; vp@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
From 9am- 12pm the Green Sanctuary team is partnering with the Fresh Start Children’ s Garden Greenhouse project. We are looking for a few strong hands and bac ks to help move 10 rolls of chain link fence from BUUF member Dick Berndt’ s residence in BH to 1140 Milton Avenue in Benton Harbor and then hang the fence to existing poles. No experience necessary.
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THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210424T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210424T120000 LOCATION:1140 Milton Avenue\, Benton Harbor\, MI SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Fresh Start Children’s Garden Greenhouse Project – POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/fresh-start-childrens-garden-greenhouse-pro ject/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/Harvey-and-Hilary.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medi um\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Harvey-and- Hilary.png?fit=410%2C230&ssl=1\;410\;230\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berr ienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Harvey-and-Hilary.png?fit=766%2C429&s sl=1\;766\;429\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13859@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Unwind the week with a relaxing coloring practice that is sure to bring out your inner ch ild. Bring your own coloring pages and colored pencils\, crayons or marker s. The group companionship is pretty great!
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Join Zoom Meet ing: https://zoom.us/j/98703590273?pwd=WlhCRTNKY1l0cm1IVWZtTDZ YZmNrQT09
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Meeting ID: 987 0359 0273\, Passcode: 877357
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210424T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210424T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Creative Mindfulness” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-creative-mindfulness-4 / X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/Mindfulness.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;ht tps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Mindfulness.jpg?f it=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp -content/uploads/2021/04/Mindfulness.jpg?fit=636%2C424&ssl=1\;636\;424\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13871@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; vp@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Join the Green Sanctuary team this Saturday\, 1-3pm\, for Green Up / Clean Up (i.e.\, planting butterfly/bee garden\, electric mower lesso ns\, weeding\, leaf pickup\, or whatever you would like to contribute to b eautifying the BUUF grounds. Outdoors and COVID-19 safe.
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Let Harv ey Johnson know if you are interested in helping make BUUF a Green Sanctua ry or have any questions: 269-470-1470 or vp@berrienuu.org.
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THIS EVENT POSTPONED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEAT HER
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210424T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210424T150000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St. Joseph\, MI SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:BUUF Green Up / Clean Up Day – POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/buuf-green-up-clean-up-day/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/Screen-Shot-2021-04-20-at-9.09.42-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/04/Screen-Shot-2021-04-20-at-9.09.42-PM.png?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\ ;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04 /Screen-Shot-2021-04-20-at-9.09.42-PM.png?fit=792%2C528&ssl=1\;792\;528\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13876@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
Bring your beverage of choice and come join us for a cha t on Zoom!
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We will all say “Hello” in the Main Room and then move to Breakout Spaces for a bit to allow everyone to get a chance to catch up in small groups.
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NOTE: There is a 100 person limit in our Zoom Meeti ng.
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Join Zoom Meeting on a Computer or Mobile Device:
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Meeting ID: 849 8898 6939
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210424T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210424T153000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:UU Women’s Connection: “Tea & Talk” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/uu-womens-connection-tea-talk/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/Screen-Shot-2021-04-20-at-9.31.29-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/04/Screen-Shot-2021-04-20-at-9.31.29-PM.png?fit=410%2C186&ssl=1\;410\ ;186\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04 /Screen-Shot-2021-04-20-at-9.31.29-PM.png?fit=612%2C278&ssl=1\;612\;278\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13828@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Diane Gibbons\; gmad50@comcast.net DESCRIPTION:
The Ethic al Eating Group is meeting outdoors at BUUF on Saturday\, April 24th at 3 PM. All BUUFers are invited to attend! Please bring a snack\, beverage and chair. We will be sharing ethical eating recipes but not sharing food. Ch ildren are invited to come along and play yard games!
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THIS EVENT H AS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210424T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210424T170000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Ethical Eating “Happy Hour” – POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/ethical-eating-happy-hour/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/tray-2546077_1920.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medi um\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/tray-254607 7_1920.jpg?fit=410%2C304&ssl=1\;410\;304\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berr ienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/tray-2546077_1920.jpg?fit=1024%2C759& ssl=1\;1024\;759\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uplo ads/2021/04/tray-2546077_1920.jpg?fit=1920%2C1423&ssl=1\;1920\;1423\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13864@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Dane Rasmussen DESCRIPTION:
There will be a BUUF youth group gathering at BUUF on Sa turday\, April 24th\, from 4-7pm. 10-18 year olds are welcome\, and dinner will be provided. Outdoor fun and shenanigans will ensue! Parents are wel come to drop off their youth or stay around. Please let Dane Rasmussen kno w if there are any dietary restrictions. The new Youth Group will try to g ather at least once per month going forward.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210424T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210424T190000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:BUUF Youth Group Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/buuf-youth-group-meeting/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/jessica-ruscello-J72ua0Tm-CA-unsplash-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C1 50&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/ uploads/2021/04/jessica-ruscello-J72ua0Tm-CA-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=410%2 C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content /uploads/2021/04/jessica-ruscello-J72ua0Tm-CA-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=1024 %2C683&ssl=1\;1024\;683\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-conte nt/uploads/2021/04/jessica-ruscello-J72ua0Tm-CA-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=25 60%2C1706&ssl=1\;2560\;1706\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13853@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sun day\, April 25th\, is a special Sunday in the life of our fellowship. It i s the Kick-Off for our annual pledge drive. In the service\, Joanne Krett ek\, our very able administrator\, will explain the Money Tree to us and R ev. Jim McConnell will deliver a sermon titled: “Your Money or Your Life.” Additionally\, Janice Zerfas will bring us an original poem\, Jim Dagleis h will perform a work of his titled: “The Care and Feeding of the BUUF\,” Vicki Dwyer-Thomas will share her views on generosity\, and the BUUF music ians will bring us more great music. Hilary Ross will be doing our chalice work. See you on Zoom!
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Those on our Order of Ser vice distribution list will receive an Order of Service email on Saturday with the Zoom login details. If you are not on this list and would like to attend\, please email office@berrienuu.org for Zoom information.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210425T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210425T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Generosity Sunday!” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-generosity-sunday/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/Sunday-Service-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sunday-Servi ce-1.png?fit=410%2C265&ssl=1\;410\;265\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=563%2C364&ssl= 1\;563\;364\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13861@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
We wi ll be meeting and continuing our Housing Accessibility challenge this week at approximately 11:30am following the Sunday service.
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Ho using accessibility:
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Homelessness accounts for 0.2% of th e population in the U.S.\; that’s about 553\,742 people without a place to stay every night. Access to affordable housing is very difficult- there i s a shortage of 7 million affordable homes for US families. In addition\, not all homes are built for everyone\, people have differing needs.
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Does everyone have a place to live?
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How do people pay fo r their housing? Financially\, with time or trade?
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How do you ma ke the quality of the housing equitable\, meaning the same quality for dif ferent abilities to pay.
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Can people in your town lose their hous ing and if they do\, how are they taken care of?
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What kind of ho using is offered in your town? Houses\, apartments\, tents?
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How does the kind of housing reflect your location & climate?
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People ’s accessibility differs\, how do you account for this? Like some people u se wheelchairs\, is their home made for their needs?
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How is home lessness and housing accessibility connected to other social issues like m ental health\, drug addiction\, & healthcare needs – how can you address t his interconnection?
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Resources:
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P arents & kids talk about homelessness:
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How Finland solved their homeless crisis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OuZLccdpUmE< /a>
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Japan’s homeless v.s. North America: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eK–oCVP18A
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Differing needs in housing:
\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzEiwPFiw80 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210425T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210425T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Builder’s Challenge for RE Kids: “Housing Accessibility” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/builders-challenge-for-re-kids-housing-acce ssibility/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/pexels-pixabay-164338.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\, medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/pexels- pixabay-164338.jpg?fit=410%2C189&ssl=1\;410\;189\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp. com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/pexels-pixabay-164338.jpg?fit =1024%2C472&ssl=1\;1024\;472\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp- content/uploads/2021/04/pexels-pixabay-164338.jpg?fit=2200%2C1013&ssl=1\;2 200\;1013\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13869@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Beth La Fleur\; president@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Every one who is a member or friend of BUUF is welcome to join. As part of the f inal stages of our 5-year strategic planning\, we will be talking about ou r current vision and mission statements and how we may want to refresh the m! If you think you are able to attend\, please let Beth know (president@berrienuu.org).
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Join Zoom Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 981 1830 5394
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210427T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210427T203000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:BUUF Vision and Mission Discussion URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/buuf-vision-and-mission-discussion/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/vision-2372177_1920.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,me dium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/vision-23 72177_1920.jpg?fit=410%2C274&ssl=1\;410\;274\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/ berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/vision-2372177_1920.jpg?fit=1024% 2C684&ssl=1\;1024\;684\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-conten t/uploads/2021/04/vision-2372177_1920.jpg?fit=1920%2C1283&ssl=1\;1920\;128 3\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13684@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Clark Gilpin\; wgilpin@uchicago.edu DESCRIPTION:
The Social Justice Committee will meet on Wednesday\, April 28\, at 7:00 pm. During the meeting\, the committee will need to decide wh ich social service organizations to recommend that BUUF support during the 2021-2022 fiscal year. Please contact Clark Gilpin if you would like to a ttend.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210428T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210428T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Social Justice Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/social-justice-committee-meeting-9/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13801@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; dre@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Racial Justice Discussion Group will meet in April to listen & discuss podcasts on racial justice issues.
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< b>April 29th – The Experiment – Confronting the Legacy of Robert E . Lee
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What does it take to overcome one of the oldest disinfo rmation campaigns in American history? The Experiment talks with historian \, Ty Seidule about his book\, Robert E. Lee and Me which deconstru cts Lee’s legacy & unpacks the “Lost Cause” ideology.
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Join Zoom Me eting
\nhttps://zoom.us/j/96533542977?pwd=ZlZKTnl zVmI1dmZwY0ZqSE10VytUZz09
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Meeting ID: 965 3354 2977
\nPasscode: 231981
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210429T190000 LOCATION:Zoom SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: Assorted Podcast Month URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-assorted-po dcast-month-3/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/icon_960333537-7cbe1c6c0eab06daba94975265345b035929473d.png?res ize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/ wp-content/uploads/2021/04/icon_960333537-7cbe1c6c0eab06daba94975265345b03 5929473d.png?fit=410%2C410&ssl=1\;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/be rrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/icon_960333537-7cbe1c6c0eab06daba94 975265345b035929473d.png?fit=1024%2C1024&ssl=1\;1024\;1024\;1\,full\;https ://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/icon_960333537-7cbe1 c6c0eab06daba94975265345b035929473d.png?fit=1400%2C1400&ssl=1\;1400\;1400\ ; X-INSTANT-EVENT:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13857@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
We w ill be listening to the podcast\, The Experiment and their episode: “Confronting the Legacy of Robert E. Lee.”
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“What does it take to overcome one of the oldest disinformation campaigns in American history? T y Seidule talks about his book\, Robert E. Lee and Me which decon structs Lee’s legacy & unpacks the ‘Lost Cause’ ideology.”
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Racial Justice Discussion Group (Thursday\, April 29)< /b>
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Join Zoom Meeting:
\nhttps:/ /zoom.us/j/96533542977?pwd=ZlZKTnlzVmI1dmZwY0ZqSE10VytUZz09
\nMee ting ID: 965 3354 2977
\nPasscode: 231981
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210429T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210429T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “Confronting the Legacy of Robert E. Lee” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-confronting -the-legacy-of-robert-e-lee/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/Racial-Justice-4-29-21.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\ ,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Racial -Justice-4-29-21.jpg?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.w p.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Racial-Justice-4-29-21.jpg? fit=594%2C396&ssl=1\;594\;396\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13901@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121616Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
For this week’s mindfu lness workshop\, we will be adding to our Wheel of the Year and celebratin g Beltane. The Wheel of the Year is an ancient method whereby Northern ag rarian societies marked the turning of the seasons. You will need: Current Wheel of the Year or if not yet created: paper or primed canvas/board. Ot her craft materials like: paint\, marker\, pencil\, coloring pencils. No a rtistic skills required! This workshop will be led by Nan Lundeen.
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Join Zoom Mindfulness Meeting:
\nhttps://zoom.us/j/98463284571?pwd=cTZCb1J1dWU1WHFoM1FiYjhFekR3dz 09
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Meeting ID: 984 6328 4571
\nPasscode: 988033
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210501T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210501T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Wheel of the Year – Beltane” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-wheel-of-the-year-belt ane/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/MW-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i 0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/MW-1.png?fit=410%2C327&s sl=1\;410\;327\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/MW-1.png?fit=564%2C450&ssl=1\;564\;450\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13907@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Diane Gibbons\; gmad50@comcast.net DESCRIPTION:
Last week’s “Happy Hour” has been rescheduled for this coming Sa turday\, May 1st from 3 to 5 PM at BUUF. The meeting will be held outdoors . Bring your own beverage\, snacks and outdoor chair. We will not be shari ng food at this meeting due to Covid but we will have great conversations! If you have a Vegan/Vegetarian snack recipe you would like to share\, ple ase do so but it is not essential. And of course\, all kids and outdoor ga mes are welcome!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210501T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210501T170000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Ethical Eating Group “Happy Hour” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/ethical-eating-group-happy-hour/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/Screen-Shot-2021-04-13-at-8.39.08-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/04/Screen-Shot-2021-04-13-at-8.39.08-PM.png?fit=410%2C305&ssl=1\;410\ ;305\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04 /Screen-Shot-2021-04-13-at-8.39.08-PM.png?fit=1024%2C763&ssl=1\;1024\;763\ ;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Scree n-Shot-2021-04-13-at-8.39.08-PM.png?fit=1348%2C1004&ssl=1\;1348\;1004\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13903@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunda y\, May 2nd\, we begin a new Theme of the Month\, “Peace for All.” Our special guest speaker is activist Trenton Bowens of Neighbors Organ izing Against Racism. Trenton is a voice from the trenches in the stru ggle for racial equality. You do not want to miss his talk. Additionally\, Reverends Roger Brewin and Jim McConnell will have readings\, Ralph Heibu tzki is going to sing us an original song\, Kathrine Lion has selected a w onderful Story for All Ages\, and the BUUF Musicians will bring us more great music. Tina Eberly\, Aurelia\, Althea\, and Coraline will do ou r chalice work. Join on Zoom.
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Those on our Order of Service distri bution list will receive an Order of Service email on Saturday with the Zo om login details. If you are not on this list and would like to attend\, p lease email office@berrienuu.org for Zoom information.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210502T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210502T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service with Special Guest Speaker Trenton Bowens URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-with-special-guest-speaker-t renton-bowens/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/Sunday-Service-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Sunday-Servi ce-2.png?fit=225%2C225&ssl=1\;225\;225\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13899@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
We will be meeting to st art a new challenge for our town\, Transportation Accessibility. How do pe ople in your town get around? Find out more this Sunday!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210502T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210502T121500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Builder’s Challenge for RE Kids: “Transportation Accessibility” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/builders-challenge-for-re-kids-transportati on-accessibility/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/04/RE.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0. wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/RE.jpg?fit=410%2C410&ssl=1 \;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2 021/04/RE.jpg?fit=434%2C434&ssl=1\;434\;434\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13925@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Marilyn Klawiter and Re v. Jim McConnell are planning an informal outdoor gathering to plant a tre e at BUUF in memory of long-time member (and color designer) Bea Takeuchi. It will take place at 5 p.m. this coming Thursday\, May 6—the day that wo uld have been Bea’s 100th birthday. We hope friends of Bea will come to sh are memories of Bea and that BUUFers who didn’t know her will come to lear n what made her so special to our community. Everyone is invited to bring lawn chairs\, wine\, soda\, nibbles—anything they’d like to share or enjoy —and of course masks.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210506T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210506T183000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St. Joseph\, MI SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Tree Planting in Remembrance of Bea URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/tree-planting-in-remembrance-of-bea/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/Bea.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0 .wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Bea.jpg?fit=238%2C289&ssl =1\;238\;289\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13933@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Lisa Fuller DESCRIPTION:
We will be reading and discussing the book Our Side of the River…The Real Deal written by the students of Benton Harbor Area Schools. This short book of poetry a nd essays is available on Amazon for an exceptionally low price.
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Lisa Fuller will lead the discussions.
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Join Zoom Meeting:< br />\nhttps://zoom.us/j/92348081101?pwd=c2MvZHkzNUdXUXV1MmdmN 0hVY1RJUT09
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Meeting ID: 923 4808 1101\, Passcode: 863658
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210506T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210506T210000 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;COUNT=2;BYDAY=TH;WKST=MO SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “Our Side of the River…The Real De al” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-our-side-of -the-river-the-real-deal/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/RJDG.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i 0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/RJDG.jpg?fit=272%2C410&s sl=1\;272\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/RJDG.jpg?fit=318%2C480&ssl=1\;318\;480\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13929@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\, May 9th is Mother’s Day. The focus of the service is “Indigenous People’s Day / Caring for our Mothers and Mother Earth.” Re v. McConnell will bring a message titled\, “My Three Moms.” Additionally\, Aurelia Eberly and Reuben Lorenz will share their thoughts for our Story for All Ages\, Diane Gibbons will do our chalice work\, Beth La Fleur\, Ke ely Adams\, and Ellen Higdon will speak to us about the importance of gene rosity\, Les Rorick and Kristina McCloskey have a special musical piece an d\, as always\, our BUUF musicians will have plenty of great music. Join t he service on Zoom.
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Those on our Order of Service distribution lis t will receive an Order of Service email on Saturday with the Zoom login d etails. If you are not on this list and would like to attend\, please emai l office@berrienuu.org for Zoom information.
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Image at left: In uit mother and child circa 1893
\nImage at right: Dinka moth er and Child (the Sudan)
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210509T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210509T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Indigenous People’s Day / Caring for our Mothers a nd Mother Earth” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-indigenous-peoples-day-carin g-for-our-mothers-and-mother-earth/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/Screen-Shot-2021-05-04-at-8.26.36-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/05/Screen-Shot-2021-05-04-at-8.26.36-PM.png?fit=410%2C308&ssl=1\;410\ ;308\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05 /Screen-Shot-2021-05-04-at-8.26.36-PM.png?fit=896%2C672&ssl=1\;896\;672\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13931@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
On May 9th we will conti nue the Transportation Accessibility challenge. The Zoom link will be made available with the Sunday Service link.
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Transportation ac cessibility:
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Transportation is necessary to get to work\, get groceries\, go to the doctor and for so much more. Not everyone can a fford a car and cars contribute to climate change\, what are other ways to create transportation in your town?
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Things to keep in min d when building your town:
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How do people get aroun d?
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Is there mass transportation?
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How do people leave t he city when they need to?
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Is your town pedestrian and/or bike f riendly?
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Can everyone afford convenient transportation?
\nHow does your transportation affect the environment?\n
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Resources:
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Mobility\,Accessibility\,Connectivity & h ow to plan the future of transportation:
\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_oQMsrUVYc
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Public Transportation with a disability: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tloBMf_KmX4
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Transport of the Future: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1DndVz9dAs
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Different types of transport in cities: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSvSUdZOjLo
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210509T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210509T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Builder’s Challenge for RE Kids: “Transportation Accessibility” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/builders-challenge-for-re-kids-transportati on-accessibility-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/RE.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0. wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/RE.jpg?fit=410%2C410&ssl=1 \;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2 021/05/RE.jpg?fit=434%2C434&ssl=1\;434\;434\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13950@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Lisa Fuller\; lmfuller0116@gmail.com DESCRIPTION:
We will be reading and discussing the book\, “Our Side of the River…The Real Deal” writ ten by the students of Benton Harbor Area Schools. This short book of poet ry and essays is available on Amazon for an exceptionally low price.
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Lisa Fuller will lead the discussions.
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Join Zoom Meet ing:
\nhttps://zoom.us/j/92348081101?pwd=c2MvZHkzNUdXUXV1 MmdmN0hVY1RJUT09
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Meeting ID: 923 4808 1101
\nPasscode: 86 3658
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210513T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210513T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “Our Side of the River” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-our-side-of -the-river/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/RJDG.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i 0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/RJDG.jpg?fit=272%2C410&s sl=1\;272\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/RJDG.jpg?fit=318%2C480&ssl=1\;318\;480\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13953@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
Senator Peters has generously agreed to a statewide meeting with CCL me mbers!
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This is an important opportunity to bui ld CCL’s relationship with the Senator\, learn more about his thoughts on effective climate policy\, and let him see the strong support for carbon p ricing across Michigan.
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The online meeting is this Friday\ , May 14\, 11:40AM – 12:25PM. Please register in advance for the event by clicking here. There’s no charge to attend. When you r egister you will receive login information as well as a link to submit cli mate legislation questions you hope the Senator addresses.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210514T114000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210514T122500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Citizens’ Climate Lobby: “Statewide Meeting with Senator Peters” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/citizens-climate-lobby-statewide-meeting-wi th-senator-peters/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/Gary-Peters.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;ht tps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Gary-Peters.jpg?f it=324%2C410&ssl=1\;324\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp -content/uploads/2021/05/Gary-Peters.jpg?fit=758%2C960&ssl=1\;758\;960\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13948@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Les Rorick DESCRIPTION:
For this week’s mindfu lness workshop\, we are lucky to have guest leader Les Rorick teach us the Alexander Technique\, which is a mindfulness technique where you focus on how you are moving rather than what you are trying to a chieve. You will need: craft materials of your choosing\, such as paint\, markers\, pencil\, coloring pencils. No artistic skills required!
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Join Zoom Meeting:
\nhttps://zoom.us/j/9870359027 3?pwd=WlhCRTNKY1l0cm1IVWZtTDZYZmNrQT09
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Meeting ID: 987 0359 02 73\, Passcode: 877357
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210515T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210515T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Alexander Technique” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-alexander-technique/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/MW-1.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i 0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/MW-1.jpg?fit=410%2C410&s sl=1\;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/MW-1.jpg?fit=480%2C480&ssl=1\;480\;480\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13951@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\ , May 16th\, is a very special Sunday. The Green Sanctuary Team will be pr esenting the service. Harvey Johnson will bring a message titled: “Grow ing a Green Sanctuary: Protecting Species\, Protecting Habitat at BUUF.” Additionally\, other Green Sanctuary Team members\, Jim Fuller\, Nan Lundeen\, Linda Lobik\, and Julie Williams\, will share their perspec tives in poetry and readings. Lia McCoskey\, from the Welcoming Committ ee\, will do our Opening Words. Hunter Leggitt\, Janice Zerfas\ , and Glen & Suzi Smith will share\, in poetry\, prose\, and drama\, the i mportance of generosity in supporting BUUF. And the BUUF Musicians will ha ve more inspirational music. Don’t miss this one!!! Join on Zoom.
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Those on our Order of Service distribution list will receive an Order of S ervice email on Saturday with the Zoom login details. If you are not on th is list and would like to attend\, please email office@berrienuu.org for Z oom information.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210516T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210516T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Growing a Green Sanctuary: Protecting Species\, Pr otecting Habitat at BUUF” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-growing-a-green-sanctuary-pr otecting-species-protecting-habitat-at-buuf/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Sunday-Service .png?fit=273%2C410&ssl=1\;273\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Sunday-Service.png?fit=624%2C936&ssl=1\;624 \;936\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13957@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
We will be meeting aft er the service to start a new challenge for our town: Food Insecurity. How do people in your town get their food? Find out more this Sunday!
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The RE link will be included in the Order of Service email.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210516T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210516T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Builder’s Challenge for RE Kids: “Food Insecurity” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/builders-challenge-for-re-kids-food-insecur ity/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/RE-1.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i 0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/RE-1.jpg?fit=410%2C391&s sl=1\;410\;391\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/RE-1.jpg?fit=470%2C448&ssl=1\;470\;448\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13985@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Lisa Quinlan\; biggreenfrog40@yahoo.com DESCRIPTION:
For this week’s mindfu lness workshop\, we are lucky to have guest leader Lisa Quinlin lead us in a meditation and teach us an art therapy exercise called “Hands: Past & F uture.” You will need: craft materials of your choosing\, such as paint\, marker\, pencil\, coloring pencils. No artistic skills required!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210522T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210522T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Hands: Past & Future” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-hands-past-future/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/MW-2.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i 0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/MW-2.jpg?fit=410%2C318&s sl=1\;410\;318\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/MW-2.jpg?fit=488%2C378&ssl=1\;488\;378\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13970@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunda y\, May 23rd\, we continue with our May theme of “Peace for All.” The focu s for the service is a celebration of the inspirational life of politician and gay activist Harvey Milk. Lia McCoskey will have our opening words. B ridget Lorenz and Brett Maccani will each share their perspectives in read ings\, and Terra Rasmusen\, PhD.\, and Rev. Jim McConnell will bring separ ate readings under the title of “The Challenge to be a Self.” Addit ionally\, Julie Williams and Iris Lorenz will have some special music for us\, Katharine Lion has picked out a great “Story for All Ages\,” and our BUUF Musicians have chosen some lovely inspiring music. Join on Zoom.
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Those on our Order of Service distribution list will receive an Order of Service email on Saturday with the Zoom login details. If you are not on this list and would like to attend\, please email office@berrienuu.org for Zoom information.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210523T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210523T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “The Inspirational Life of Harvey Milk” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-the-inspirational-life-of-ha rvey-milk/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/Sunday-Service-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Sunday-Servi ce-1.png?fit=410%2C231&ssl=1\;410\;231\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=1024%2C576&ssl =1\;1024\;576\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2021/05/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=1200%2C675&ssl=1\;1200\;675\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13987@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
W e will continue our challenge\, Food Insecurity. Here are some things to t hink about:
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Food Insecurity:
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Many familie s in the U.S. are what’s called Food Insecure\, meaning that they don’t ha ve enough to eat. Our congregation sponsors our local Soup Kitchen to help feed hungry people. What are some other ways to provide food to your town speople?
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Where do people in your town get groceries?
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Do the food stores have fresh food or only processed foods?
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Are there a variety of grocery companie s in your town?
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Do people grow their own food in your town\, do they share food?
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Is there a place for farmers to sell their food ?
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What is food insecur ity? (1:38 min)
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Food Access & E quity (2:49min)
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Food Utilizatio n (1:22min)
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Urban farming (2:26 min)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210523T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210523T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Builder’s Challenge for RE Kids: “Food Insecurity” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/builders-challenge-for-re-kids-food-insecur ity-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/fruit-seller-4117006_1920.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\ ;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/fru it-seller-4117006_1920.png?fit=410%2C303&ssl=1\;410\;303\;1\,large\;https: //i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/fruit-seller-4117006_ 1920.png?fit=1024%2C756&ssl=1\;1024\;756\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berri enuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/fruit-seller-4117006_1920.png?fit=1920 %2C1418&ssl=1\;1920\;1418\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14002@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\, May 30th\, our worship service is focused on t he correlation between social justice and peace. In his sermon titled\, “W orking for Peace Means Working for Social Justice\,” Rev. Jim McConnell wi ll examine the interconnectedness of Peace and Justice. Additionally\, Glo ria Weberg will speak to us about the legacy of activist Ada S. McKinley\, Dennis Higdon will address the topic of evolving towards racial equity\, Les Rorick and Kristina McCloskey will bring us a song\, Jim and Lisa Full er will oversee our Fabric of Life ceremony\, Katharine Lion has chosen an other great Story For All Ages\, and our BUUF Musicians will have m ore great music for us. Join on Zoom.
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Those on our Order of Servic e distribution list will receive an Order of Service email on Saturday wit h the Zoom login details. If you are not on this list and would like to at tend\, please email office@berrienuu.org for Zoom information.
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Fea tured Image: Ada S. McKinley\, Social Activist\, 1868-1952 (Founder of Ada S. McKinley Community Services)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210530T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210530T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Working for Peace Means Working for Social Justice ” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-working-for-peace-means-work ing-for-social-justice/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/Pope-Paul.png?resize=410%2C193&ssl=1\;410\;193\,medium\;https:/ /i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Pope-Paul.png?resize=4 10%2C193&ssl=1\;410\;193\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-conten t/uploads/2021/05/Pope-Paul.png?resize=410%2C193&ssl=1\;410\;193\,full\;ht tps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Pope-Paul.png?res ize=410%2C193&ssl=1\;410\;193 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14038@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
We will be meeting to discuss the future topics for the Racial Justice Discussion Group. Come wi th suggestions for books\, podcasts\, articles\, etc. Let’s plan our learn ing for the next few months.
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Join Zoom Meeting: < a href='https://zoom.us/j/97266167007?pwd=Uno4ejlyeEkvWGhyMGE2c25NaEJqQT09 '>https://zoom.us/j/97266167007?pwd=Uno4ejlyeEkvWGhyMGE2c25NaEJqQT09\n
Meeting ID: 972 6616 7007
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210603T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210603T203000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/RJDG.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i 0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/RJDG.jpg?fit=410%2C275&s sl=1\;410\;275\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/RJDG.jpg?fit=564%2C378&ssl=1\;564\;378\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14036@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
For this week’s mindfuln ess workshop it is BYOP – bring your own project! We will start off with a quick meditation and then work on our own projects while brainstorming wh ere we want the Mindfulness Workshop to go.
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You will need: a proje ct and craft materials of your choosing. Please note the time change for t hose who wish to attend the UU Women’s Spring Retreat.
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Joi n Zoom Meeting
\nhttps://zoom.us/j/91008770346?pwd=Tlk0WX Z5MHJCVmQ4ME9jYW55MnBzdz09
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Meeting ID: 910 0877 0346
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210605T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210605T100000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “BYOP” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-byop/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/MW.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0. wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/MW.jpg?fit=410%2C319&ssl=1 \;410\;319\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2 021/06/MW.jpg?fit=556%2C432&ssl=1\;556\;432\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14005@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Beth La Fleur\; president@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Ou r next turn at the Benton Harbor Soup Kitchen is Saturday\, June 5. This t urn sort of snuck up on us\, so please contact Beth (balafleur@comcast.net ) ASAP if you are available to help put lunches together that Saturday or do any planning or shopping ahead of time. Thank you!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210605T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210605T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Soup Kitchen Volunteers Needed for Saturday\, June 5th URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/soup-kitchen-volunteers-needed-for-saturday -june-5th/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/soup_kitchen_low_profile.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\; 1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/soup _kitchen_low_profile.png?fit=410%2C115&ssl=1\;410\;115\;1\,large\;https:// i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/soup_kitchen_low_profil e.png?fit=554%2C156&ssl=1\;554\;156\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13955@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
The k eynote speaker for this retreat is BUUF’s very own Nan Lundeen. Participan ts will look at the beauty and the challenges of our Earth through Nan Lun deen’s poetry\, essays\, and chosen artwork. Nan will provide resources to help us decide how we can do more to honor and sustain Earth\, our home.< /p>\n
The Keynote Workshop is “Going to the Well: Reclaiming Ourselves T hrough Memoir.” You will need writing tools and comfortable clothing. The workshop includes some meditation. Sharing is optional.
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There will be two afternoon workshops:
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“Grounding Techniques for Trau ma & Dissociation” by Heather McMeekan\, MS
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“Sanity Gardening” B y Pauline Jackson
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Cost is only $30. Register by clicking < a href='https://uuwomensconnection.org/retreats/register'>this link. DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210605T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210605T180000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:UU Women’s Connection Virtual Spring Retreat: “Touch the Earth\, Re ach the Sky” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/uu-womens-connection-virtual-spring-retreat -touch-the-earth-reach-the-sky/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/Nan_Lundeen_with_book.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\, medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Nan_Lun deen_with_book.jpg?fit=410%2C333&ssl=1\;410\;333\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp. com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Nan_Lundeen_with_book.jpg?fit =715%2C581&ssl=1\;715\;581\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-13973@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The first Sunday in June is designated in BUUF’s bylaws as t he congregational Annual Meeting. The 2021 Annual Meeting will take place on Sunday\, June 6th\, at 10:30 AM. This year’s meeting will be held via Z oom.
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We will use this time to:
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Reflect upon the pas t year (State of the Fellowship report by Beth La Fleur)
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Review and discuss the proposed new 5-Year Strategic Plan based on a variety of i nput from BUUF members and friends
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Review and discuss the propos ed 2021/22 Fellowship Budget
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Vote for Board\, Endowment Committe e\, and Nominating Committee candidates
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Members\, Voting Members\, and Friends of BUUF are invited to attend the Annual Meeting\, which takes the place of our usual Sunday service. To prepare\, everyone is encouraged t o review all available reports and proposals prior to the meeting. Only 20 20-2021 voting members are eligible to vote at the meeting. (Please click on this link to see if you are a 2020-2021 voting mem ber.)
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Due to the added time requi rements and complications when conducting a meeting via Zoom\, guidelines for discussion will be introduced. Everyone will have the opportunity to p articipate in discussions with a two-minute time limit. Participants will be asked to mute their lines when not speaking. Those calling on land line s will be unmuted at appropriate times and asked if they would like to spe ak. Voting may take a bit longer than usual\, but every eligible vote will be counted.
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Join us in this annual exercise in democracy. Your input is important.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210606T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210606T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:2021 Annual Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/2021-annual-meeting/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14043@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Beth La Fleur\; president@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The fi rst Sunday in June is designated in BUUF’s bylaws as the congregational An nual Meeting. The 2021 Annual Meeting will take place on Sunday\, June 6th \, at 10:30 AM. This year’s meeting will be held via Zoom.
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We will use this time to:
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Reflect upon the past year (State of the Fellowship report by Beth La Fle ur)
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Review and discuss the proposed new 5-Year Strategic Plan ba sed on a variety of input from BUUF members and friends
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Review a nd discuss the proposed 2021/22 Fellowship Budget
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Vote for Board \, Endowment Committee\, and Nominating Committee candidates
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Members\, Voting Members\, and Friends of BUUF are invited to attend th e Annual Meeting\, which takes the place of our usual Sunday service. To prepare\, everyone is encouraged to review all available reports and propo sals prior to the meeting. Only 2020-2021 voting members are eligible to v ote at the meeting. (Please click on this link to see if you are a 2020-2021 voting member.)
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Committee annual reports w ill be posted to our website throughout the coming week. Please review the se reports prior to the annual meeting. You can access them here.
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Due to the added time requirements and complications when conducting a meeting via Zoom\, g uidelines for discussion will be introduced. Everyone will have the opport unity to participate in discussions with a two-minute time limit. Particip ants will be asked to mute their lines when not speaking. Those calling on land lines will be unmuted at appropriate times and asked if they would l ike to speak. Voting may take a bit longer than usual\, but every eligible vote will be counted.
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Join us in this annual exercise in democrac y. Your input is important.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210606T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210606T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:2021 Annual Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/2021-annual-meeting-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/meeting-1019875_1920.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,m edium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/meeting- 1019875_1920.jpg?fit=410%2C293&ssl=1\;410\;293\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.co m/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/meeting-1019875_1920.jpg?fit=10 24%2C731&ssl=1\;1024\;731\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-con tent/uploads/2021/06/meeting-1019875_1920.jpg?fit=1920%2C1371&ssl=1\;1920\ ;1371\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14008@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Jim Fuller\; 269-363-3636\; c.yak56@yahoo.com DESCRIPTION:
A group of dedicat ed BUUF volunteers has created a plan to repair the large potholes in our driveway. They are in need of strong hands and backs to assist. If you are able to assist at any of these times\, please contact Jim Fuller at c.yak56@yahoo.com.
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Wednesday\, J une 9th: 2-3 folks are needed for 4-6 hours and lots of hose to run the cu tter’s cooling and dust suppression. Work will likely start early in the d ay.
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Thursday\, June 10th: 2-4 folks\, 4-8 hours depending on what we find under the old asphalt and our proficiency getting the drain set t o the proper elevation and grade.
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Friday\, June 11th: 3-4 folks an d 4-8 hours. Re-rod and forms and compaction of the dirt.
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Saturday \, June 12th is the big day moving the concrete into the forms. 5-6 people and again 4-8 hours. Work will likely start early in the day. Extra hands are welcome to help with odd jobs\, clean-up and bringing refreshments to those who are moving the heavy concrete.
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Thanks in advance to any one who can hep!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210609T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210609T140000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=4 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Driveway Repair Help Needed URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/driveway-repair-help-needed/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/05/pothole.jpeg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https ://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/pothole.jpeg?fit=217 %2C233&ssl=1\;217\;233\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14034@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
League member Richard Klawiter and Mary Meg McCarthy present an exploration of the current and evolving immigration situation in the U.S.
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Time: 6PM. Bench seating is avai lable\; bring lawn chairs if you prefer.
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Location: Lake Township P ark\, 10801 Gast Rd.\, Bridgman\, at the Lake Pavilion next to the pond in the rear.
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Rich Klawiter\, a League member\, is a lawyer with extensive experience in domestic and international infrastruc ture financing and alternative energy development and finance. His pro bon o interests are varied and include representing families on immigration ma tters\, asylum and family reunification. He has also represented indigent tenants.
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Mary Meg McCarthy is the executive direc tor of the National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC)\, one of the nation’s preeminent immigrant and human rights advocacy organizations. She is an in ternationally recognized immigration law expert who has testified before C ongress and at the United Nations. Mary is a member of the Chicago Bar Ass ociation and the American Bar Association. She has chaired the ABA Commiss ion on Immigration.
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A Q&A session will follow the presentation.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210610T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210610T200000 LOCATION:Lake Township Park (Lake Pavilion next to the pond in rear of park ) @ 10801 Gast Road\, Bridgman\, MI 49106 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:League of Women Voters Special Event – Immigration Update URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/league-of-women-voters-special-event-immigr ation-update/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/Screen-Shot-2021-06-01-at-5.14.09-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/06/Screen-Shot-2021-06-01-at-5.14.09-PM.png?fit=410%2C200&ssl=1\;410\ ;200\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06 /Screen-Shot-2021-06-01-at-5.14.09-PM.png?fit=970%2C472&ssl=1\;970\;472\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14092@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
We will be list ening & discussing episodes of Code Switch. NPR’s podcast Code Switch feat ures fearless conversations about race hosted by journalists of color.
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Join Zoom Meeting:
\nhttps://zoom.us/j/97266 167007?pwd=Uno4ejlyeEkvWGhyMGE2c25NaEJqQT09
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Meeting ID: 972 66 16 7007
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210610T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210610T203000 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;COUNT=2;BYDAY=TH;WKST=MO SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “Code Switch” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-code-switch / X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/Code-Switch.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;ht tps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Code-Switch.jpg?f it=388%2C218&ssl=1\;388\;218\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14090@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Too often we find the need for perfectionism in our lives. But perfectionism i.e.\, the fear of failure\, keeps us from true self expression. Mindfulness teaches us that it is each step that’s important\, not actually reaching our destination. This week we focus on the fun of self-expression and not on finished produ cts.
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You will need: whatever crafty materials you have on hand\, b ring a few different types & assortment of colors!
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Join Zoom Meeting:
\nhttps://zoom.us/j/91008770346?pwd =Tlk0WXZ5MHJCVmQ4ME9jYW55MnBzdz09
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Meeting ID: 910 0877 0346
\nPasscode: 389403
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210612T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210612T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Process not Product” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-process-not-product-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/MW-1.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i 0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/MW-1.jpg?fit=410%2C379&s sl=1\;410\;379\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/MW-1.jpg?fit=480%2C444&ssl=1\;480\;444\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14087@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\ , June 13th\, is very special. The curators for the AFrican AMErican Hi story and Literature Gallery\, Emmanuel and Sharon Brown\, will be sha ring their inspiring story with us. Additionally\, we will be remembering Juneteenth and the 5th anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub shooting. As usu al\, there will be inspiring poetry\, music\, and meditation to lift the s pirit and sustain the soul. Join on Zoom.
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Those on our Order of Se rvice distribution list will receive an Order of Service email on Saturday with the Zoom login details. If you are not on this list and would like t o attend\, please email office@berrienuu.org for Zoom information.
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“Juneteenth is a time to recommit ourselves to the work that remains undone. We remember th at even in the darkest hours\, there is cause to hope for tomorrow’s light . Today\, no matter our race\, religion\, gender\, or sexual orientation\, we recommit ourselves to working to free modern-day slaves around the wor ld and to honoring in our own time the efforts of those who fought so hard to steer our country truer to our highest ideals.”
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– Barak Obama
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210613T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210613T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service with Emmanuel and Sharon Brown\, founders of the AFr ican AMErican History and Literature Gallery URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-with-emmanuel-and-sharon-bro wn-founders-of-the-african-american-history-and-literature-gallery/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Sunday-Service .png?fit=410%2C188&ssl=1\;410\;188\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Sunday-Service.png?fit=899%2C412&ssl=1\;899 \;412\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14096@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
We will be meeting to st art a new challenge for our town\, Education Accessibility. How do people in your town get educated? Find out more this Sunday!
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Im age Credit: Nataliya Vaitkevich
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210613T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210613T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Builder’s Challenge for RE Kids: “Food Insecurity” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/builders-challenge-for-re-kids-food-insecur ity-3/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/RE.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0. wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/RE.jpg?fit=388%2C316&ssl=1 \;388\;316\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14114@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
We will be list ening to an episode of Code Switch\, They Don’t Say Our Names Enough: looking back at the life of Storme DeLarverie — a Black butch woman w ho didn’t pull any punches when it came to protecting her community from v iolence.
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Join Zoom Meeting:
\nhttps://zoo m.us/j/97266167007?pwd=Uno4ejlyeEkvWGhyMGE2c25NaEJqQT09
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Meetin g ID: 972 6616 7007
\nPasscode: 839394
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210617T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210617T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “Code Switch\, They Don’t Say Our Names Enough” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-code-switch -they-dont-say-our-names-enough/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/Code-Switch.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;ht tps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Code-Switch.jpg?f it=388%2C218&ssl=1\;388\;218\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14106@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
For this week’s mindfuln ess workshop\, we will be adding to our wheel of the year and celebrating Summer Solstice. This will be the last Sabbat on this year’s wheel! Hope you can join us in person at BUUF. We will be ending no later tha n 11:30 for those who wish to attend the Junteenth celebrations in Benton Harbor.
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The Wheel of the Year is an ancient method whereby Norther n agrarian societies marked the turning of the seasons.
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You will n eed: Current Wheel of the Year or if not yet created: paper or primed canv as/board. Other craft materials like: paint\, marker\, pencil\, coloring pencils. If you have not been fully vaccinated\, please wear a mask.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210619T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210619T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Wheel of the Year” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-wheel-of-the-year-3/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/MW.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0. wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/MW.png?fit=410%2C327&ssl=1 \;410\;327\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2 021/06/MW.png?fit=564%2C450&ssl=1\;564\;450\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14104@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
Sunday\, Jun e 20th\, is the Summer Solstice\, when the sun reaches its northernmost po int in the sky. This is also the day of our annual Summer Solstice service . Join fellow BUUFers in celebrating the astronomical return of summer at 10:30am this Sunday\, June 20th\, via Zoom. As usual\, there will be an as sortment of readings\, music\, visuals and more to mark this annual day of celebration.
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“May the long time sun
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\nAll love surround you\,
\nAnd the pure light within you
\nGuide your way on.”
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kundali ni yoga – farewell blessing
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210620T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210620T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Service URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/summer-solstice-service/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/sun-29249_1280.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/sun-29249_1280 .png?fit=394%2C410&ssl=1\;394\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/sun-29249_1280.png?fit=984%2C1024&ssl=1\;98 4\;1024\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/ 06/sun-29249_1280.png?fit=1230%2C1280&ssl=1\;1230\;1280\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14108@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
We will continue our challenge\, Education Accessibility . Here are some things to think about:
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Education Accessibi lity:
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Lifelong education is so important but not everybod y has equal access to education. Affordability\, disabilities and differen ces in ways people learn are all stumbling blocks for access to education. How can we address these issues in our towns?
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Things to k eep in mind when building your town:
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Where do peop le learn in your community?
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What sort of things can they learn\, is there a variety of things to learn?
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Are there various learni ng styles?
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How do you address the costs of education?
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Does everyone have access to education regardless of their age or ability?
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Can they get tutoring help if they need it?
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Resources:
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Inclusion and Education (2:50min)
\n https://www.youtube. com/watch?v=kEyjlqixq9c
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Is Free College as good as it sounds? (5:42min)
\nhtt ps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZeThhqpZ9oI
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College V.S. Trade Sc hool (9:02 min)
\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfoGLH7kQLs
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Difference in C ognition\, not a disorder (13:36min)
\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uU6o2_UFSEY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210620T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210620T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Builder’s Challenge for RE Kids: “Education Accessibility” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/builders-challenge-for-re-kids-food-insecur ity-4/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/element5-digital-OyCl7Y4y0Bk-unsplash-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C1 50&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/ uploads/2021/06/element5-digital-OyCl7Y4y0Bk-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=410%2 C289&ssl=1\;410\;289\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content /uploads/2021/06/element5-digital-OyCl7Y4y0Bk-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=1024 %2C723&ssl=1\;1024\;723\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-conte nt/uploads/2021/06/element5-digital-OyCl7Y4y0Bk-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=25 60%2C1807&ssl=1\;2560\;1807\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14123@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
We will be meeting in person and on Zoom to wrap up the RE Bu ilder’s Challenge Program. Kids come show off your towns and briefly learn about three more important challenges\, healthcare equity\, religious div ersity & social justice.
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Healthcare
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\nHow hard is it to see a doctor in your town\, what if you didn’t have a car?\n
If someone is unemployed and can’t afford it\, can they see a doctor? What if they need an expensive surgery?
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How do people keep healthy? Exercise\, eating?
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Religious Divers ity
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How do people practice spirituality in your to wn?
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Are there multiple houses of worship\, if so what are they?< /li>\n
Do people ever have conflicts from different religions? If so\, how are the conflicts resolved or handled?
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Social Justice
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How is your town welcoming for people of a ll different nationalities\, sexual orientations and gender identities or skin colors
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What happens if or when people of different groups d on’t get along?
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How do you protect vulnerable people?
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Resources:
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Health Inequities (watch until 3 :30\, then becomes ad):
\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_aydKRTPplg
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Healthy habits (6:34):
\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhpCdqOtuj0
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Introduction to World Religions (6:22):
\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fD8yO_rs8DQ
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What i s religious discrimination? (4:02):
\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aj__3wH1Mew
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What is inequality and social justice? (2:00):
\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5u KJVDFHFw
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A is for Activist [lots of good terminology] (7:18):< br />\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZIdCCKDGvF4&lis t=PLH3ED3il4TeKO4OEUZwjkoTe1P6fgkNUY
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210620T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210620T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Builder’s Challenge for RE Kids: “Wrap-Up” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/builders-challenge-for-re-kids-wrap-up/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/hush-naidoo-pA0uoltkwao-unsplash-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ss l=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/hush-naidoo-pA0uoltkwao-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1 \;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2 021/06/hush-naidoo-pA0uoltkwao-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1\;1 024\;683\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021 /06/hush-naidoo-pA0uoltkwao-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1707&ssl=1\;256 0\;1707\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14103@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Beth La Fleur\; president@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The June Board Meeting will be held in person on Monday\, Ju ne 21st at 6:30 PM at Berrien UU Fellowship. Anyone who wishes to attend b ut cannot be there in person is invited to join virtually. Please contact BUUF president Beth La Fleur for login information. This will be the last meeting of the 2020-21 board\; however\, all newly elected board members ( as well as interested BUUFers) are invited to attend as well.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210621T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210621T203000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St. Joseph\, MI SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:June BUUF Board Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/june-buuf-board-meeting/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14095@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
We wil l be reading and discussing the book “Parable of the Sower” by Octavia E. Butler. It is a science fiction novel that provides commentary on climate change and social inequality. There is also a graphic novel version if you prefer it.
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Join Zoom Meeting:
\nhttps:// zoom.us/j/97266167007?pwd=Uno4ejlyeEkvWGhyMGE2c25NaEJqQT09
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Mee ting ID: 972 6616 7007
\nPasscode: 839394
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210624T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210624T203000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Racial Justice Discussion Group: “Parable of the Sower” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/racial-justice-discussion-group-parable-of- the-sower/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/Parable-of-the-Sower.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,m edium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Parable- of-the-Sower.jpg?fit=244%2C346&ssl=1\;244\;346\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14126@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This will be our last Creative Mindfulness Workshop! We will be setting intentions for the next phase of our creative mindfulness journey. You can bring any materials tha t are calling to you: collage\, watercolor\, acrylic\, pastels – even cray ons will do. You can prepare for this workshop by thinking of and making a list of things/insights you gained from the workshops. It’s good to see w here you’ve been before you move forward!
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Join Zoom Meetin g:
\nhttps://zoom.us/j/91008770346?pwd=Tlk0WXZ5MHJCVmQ4ME 9jYW55MnBzdz09
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Meeting ID: 910 0877 0346
\nPasscode: 3894 03
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210626T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210626T110000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop: “Changing Phases” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-changing-phases/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/MW-2.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i 0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/MW-2.jpg?fit=410%2C367&s sl=1\;410\;367\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/MW-2.jpg?fit=518%2C464&ssl=1\;518\;464\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14098@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
We are planning a BUUF campout on our grounds Saturday June 26t h through Sunday\, June 27th. Feel free to camp in a tent\, on the floor o f the sanctuary\, or in your lightweight camper. Activities will be planne d throughout Saturday afternoon and evening. BUUFers are welcome to stay o vernight Friday through Sunday\, Saturday night only\, or to just stop by to join the activities Saturday afternoon or evening.
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Glen & Suzi Smith will be setting up a pickle ball court and teaching us how to play. Suzi also has a rock painting activity for us. We may also have a scavenge r hunt and sing-a-long or talent show if there is enough interest. Additio nal fun activities are still being planned. Please email office@berrienuu. org if you would like to attend or plan an activity!
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Note: Please don’t bring campers over 5\,000 pounds in order to protect our driveway an d parking lot.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210626T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210627T120000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:BUUF Campout URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/buuf-campout/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/Screen-Shot-2021-06-05-at-11.52.09-AM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl= 1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2021/06/Screen-Shot-2021-06-05-at-11.52.09-AM.png?fit=410%2C172&ssl=1\;41 0\;172\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/ 06/Screen-Shot-2021-06-05-at-11.52.09-AM.png?fit=688%2C288&ssl=1\;688\;288 \;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14132@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Charles Long\; charles-long1@comcast.net DESCRIPTION:
June is Prid e month. LGBTQIA+ pride is the promotion of the self-affirmation\, dignity \, equality\, and increased visibility of lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, trans gender\, intersex\, asexual\, and other orientations. The June 27 service is brought to you by BUUF’s Welcoming Congregation Committee.
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Bret t Maccani will serve as service leader. Dorothy Long will light the chalic e. David Sarra will describe what it means to be a Welcoming Congregation. Katharine Lion will present “The Church for All\,” a story for all ages. Music and videos will communicate LGBTQ pride.               Steve Yeagley will present a message titled “Love Does No Harm: Serving LGTBQ+ Students at a Local Christian University.” Steve Yeagley\, D.Min.\, is assistant v ice president for Campus and Student Life at Andrews University and adjunc t professor of Youth and Young Adult Ministry at the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary. An ordained Adventist minister\, he has served on t he Berrien Springs campus since 1998. As a student life professional\, he is dedicated to the wellbeing of all students\, regardless of their sexual orientation\, gender identity\, religious affiliation\, or cultural backg round.
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Those on our Order of Service distribution list will receiv e an Order of Service email on Saturday with the Zoom login details. If yo u are not on this list and would like to attend\, please email office@berrienuu.org for Zoom information.< /p>\n
“I was not ladylike\, nor was I manly . I was something else altogether. There were so many different ways to be beautiful.”
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Michael Cunningham
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210627T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210627T113000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “LGBTQ Pride Month” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-lgbtq-pride-month/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/Sunday-Service.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Sunday-Service .jpg?fit=410%2C274&ssl=1\;410\;274\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Sunday-Service.jpg?fit=586%2C392&ssl=1\;586 \;392\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14139@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Katharine Lion\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
We will be meeting in person and on Zoom to wrap up the RE B uilder’s Challenge Program. Kids come show off your towns and briefly lear n about three more important challenges\, healthcare equity\, religious di versity & social justice.
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Healthcare
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\n< li>How hard is it to see a doctor in your town\, what if you didn’t have a car?\n
If someone is unemployed and can’t afford it\, can they se e a doctor? What if they need an expensive surgery?
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How do peopl e keep healthy? Exercise\, eating?
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Religious Diver sity
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How do people practice spirituality in your t own?
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Are there multiple houses of worship\, if so what are they?
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Do people ever have conflicts from different religions? If so\, how are the conflicts resolved or handled?
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Social Justice
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How is your town welcoming for people of all different nationalities\, sexual orientations and gender identities or skin colors
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What happens if or when people of different groups don’t get along?
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How do you protect vulnerable people?
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Resources:
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Health Inequities (watch until 3:30\, then becomes ad):
\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_aydKRTPplg
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Health y habits (6:34):
\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhpCdqOtuj0
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Introduction t o World Religions (6:22):
\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fD8yO_rs8DQ
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What is religious discrimination? (4:02):
\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aj__3wH1Mew
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What is inequality and social justice? (2:00):
\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5 uKJVDFHFw
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A is for Activist [lots of good terminology] (7:18):
\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZIdCCKDGvF4&li st=PLH3ED3il4TeKO4OEUZwjkoTe1P6fgkNUY
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210627T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210627T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Builder’s Challenge for RE Kids: “Wrap-Up” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/builders-challenge-for-re-kids-wrap-up-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14141@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Lisa Fuller DESCRIPTION:
This S unday we’ll be viewing the recording of the UUA General Assembly Sunday mo rning worship service\, which took place on Sunday\, June 27th. From the U UA website: “Today’s challenging times require a nimble and resilient spir ituality. We need a demanding\, inspiring faith and a love strong enough t hat it will not let us go. Join us as we draw the circle wide\, gather our strength\, and promise to stay in the struggle and joy until love wins.”< /p>\n
The service will be followed by Circle Time on Zoom\, during which participants will have the opportunity to discuss the service.
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Th ose on our Order of Service distribution list will receive an Order of Ser vice email on Saturday with the Zoom login details. If you are not on this list and would like to attend\, please email office@berrienuu.org for Zoom information.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210704T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210704T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “UUA General Assembly” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-uua-general-assembly/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/Sunday-worship-2021.jpeg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,m edium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Sunday-w orship-2021.jpeg?fit=410%2C272&ssl=1\;410\;272\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.co m/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Sunday-worship-2021.jpeg?fit=10 24%2C680&ssl=1\;1024\;680\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-con tent/uploads/2021/06/Sunday-worship-2021.jpeg?fit=2400%2C1594&ssl=1\;2400\ ;1594\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14143@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Nan Lundeen DESCRIPTION:
Citizens’ Climate Lobby St. Joe and Kalamazoo chapters will mee t with the Kalamazoo Climate Crisis Coalition for a vegan picnic\, music\, and an opportunity to chat with fellow climate advocates at the Kalamazoo Nature Center at 11am Saturday\, July 10th. Reservations are required. Th e CCL National Call and Chapter Meeting will be held there at 1 p.m. and a lso on Zoom.
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This outdoor\, in-person event will focus on building relationships and supporting collective action to address the climate cri sis. Please RSVP as an individual/family with CCL as your group affiliatio n\; organizers need numbers for planning and your individual responses to questions help the coalition go forward.
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\nLight vega n picnic fare will be provided. This is a pack it in\, pack it out\, zero- waste event. Please bring your own lawn chair/blanket\, water/dri nks\, additional snacks\, plate\, utensils\, and napkins (a limited amount of these items will be provided for those unable to bring their own).
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Let KNC welcome staff know you are there for the KCCC celebra tion to receive free admission and follow signs for camp entrance and camp parking lot. Mas ks are not required for outdoor events at this time\, but stay tuned for u pdated guidance in case weather necessitates a move to inside the Camp Bar n. For more information or questions contact Denise Keele.
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Program:
\n9:00am: Come early and hike!*
\n10:30am: Arrival Time for Tabling Set-Up
\n11:00am: Wander\, Connec t & Visit Tables
\n11:30am: Formal Program (speakers and committee re marks)
\n12:30pm: Picnic – Let’s Eat!
\n**1:00 pm: CCL N ational Call & our CCL chapter meeting
\n2:00pm: Final Call to Take Down Tabling/Clean Up
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*Suggested Hikes: The Fern Valley Tr ail\, from the celebration site\, takes you through a climate resilient su gar bush planting and loops around through a forested valley. Connect from Fern Valley to the Beech Maple Trail down to the Kalamazoo River for a lo nger hike if you wish or loop through the sunny prairie or blooming arbore tum.
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**The CCL chapter meeting will take place at the natu re center. For those who cannot attend\, please join via Zoom at 2pm\, fol lowing the national call.
\nLink to join the St. Joe and Kal amazoo Chapter Zoom meeting:
\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/832 49682238
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210710T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210710T140000 LOCATION:Kalamazoo Nature Center SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Citizens’ Climate Lobby Chapter Meeting & Picnic URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/citizens-climate-lobby-chapter-meeting-picn ic/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/9C99111B-2653-4683-8F88-7BF799DBAF56.jpeg?resize=150%2C150&ssl= 1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2021/06/9C99111B-2653-4683-8F88-7BF799DBAF56.jpeg?fit=410%2C215&ssl=1\;41 0\;215\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/ 06/9C99111B-2653-4683-8F88-7BF799DBAF56.jpeg?fit=1024%2C536&ssl=1\;1024\;5 36\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/9C 99111B-2653-4683-8F88-7BF799DBAF56.jpeg?fit=1200%2C628&ssl=1\;1200\;628\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14180@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
We are Back!! This Sunday\, July 11th we are going to\, for the first time in 16 months\, have an in-person service at BUUF. The service will be hybrid. So\, if you are not comfortable coming in person you can join by Zoom. The theme of the service is: Finding Hope in a Safe\, Lov ing Community with a little Unitarian Universalist 101 thrown in. As usual\, we have interesting and inspiring readings and poetry\, a great St ory for All Ages\, a thoughtful message\, and lots of wonderful Music. Co me\, share the joy\, find some hope.
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We will continue distributing the Order of Service via email. This will ensure both BUUFers at home and those returning in person will receive a copy. It will also save trees si nce we won’t be printing multiple copies. You may want to bring your cell phone if you want to easily pull up the Order of Service while participati ng in person.
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Featured Image: BUUFers patching the parking lot driveway at BUUF so you can drive your car to the in-person service this Sunday the 11th
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210711T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210711T113000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St. Joseph\, MI SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Finding Hope in a Safe\, Loving Community” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-finding-hope-in-a-safe-lovin g-community/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/06/Screen-Shot-2021-06-15-at-9.29.37-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/06/Screen-Shot-2021-06-15-at-9.29.37-PM.png?fit=410%2C349&ssl=1\;410\ ;349\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06 /Screen-Shot-2021-06-15-at-9.29.37-PM.png?fit=1024%2C872&ssl=1\;1024\;872\ ;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Scree n-Shot-2021-06-15-at-9.29.37-PM.png?fit=1102%2C938&ssl=1\;1102\;938\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14181@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Diane Gibbons\; greensanctuary@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Ethical Eating Group will have a very brief meeting imm ediately after the Sunday service at BUUF on July 11th.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210711T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210711T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St. Joseph\, MI SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Ethical Eating Group Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/ethical-eating-group-meeting/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/07/nadine-primeau-ftWfohtjNw-unsplash-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C150& ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/upl oads/2021/07/nadine-primeau-ftWfohtjNw-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=271%2C410&s sl=1\;271\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/07/nadine-primeau-ftWfohtjNw-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=677%2C1024&ss l=1\;677\;1024\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/upload s/2021/07/nadine-primeau-ftWfohtjNw-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=1693%2C2560&ss l=1\;1693\;2560\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14201@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Julie Williams\; jmackw@comcast.net DESCRIPTION:
Join us thi s Sunday\, July 18th\, at 10:30am for a special service organized by Julie Williams. The service title is “It Don’t Mean a Thing If It Ain’t Got Th at Swing” or “Why All American Music Is Rooted in African Expression.” The service will be hybrid. If you are not comfortable coming in person you c an join by Zoom. As usual\, we will have interesting and inspiring reading s and lots of wonderful Music.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210718T223000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210718T233000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St. Joseph\, MI 49085 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “It Don’t Mean a Thing If It Ain’t Got That Swing” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-it-dont-mean-a-thing-if-it-a int-got-that-swing/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/07/jazz-63212_1920.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium \;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/jazz-63212_19 20.jpg?fit=410%2C319&ssl=1\;410\;319\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienu u.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/jazz-63212_1920.jpg?fit=1024%2C797&ssl=1\ ;1024\;797\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/20 21/07/jazz-63212_1920.jpg?fit=1920%2C1495&ssl=1\;1920\;1495\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14217@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; greensanctuary@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
There will be a Green Sanctuary Team Meeting on Thu rsday\, July 22nd at 7 PM via Zoom. The agenda includes: August 19 film sc reening of Kiss the Ground\, August 28 bat house building project\, buildi ng & grounds 5-year plan and 2021 plan\, and current BUUF projects. Please contact Harvey Johnson (president@berrienuu.org) for Zoom details.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210722T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210722T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Green Sanctuary Team Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/green-sanctuary-team-meeting-5/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/07/green_sanctuary_logo_-_circle_knockout.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl =1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/upload s/2021/07/green_sanctuary_logo_-_circle_knockout.png?fit=320%2C320&ssl=1\; 320\;320\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14215@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunda y\, July 25th\, the theme of our service is Weaving the Fabric of Our L ives/We Make Ourselves. In his message\, Rev. Jim McConnell will inves tigate how we can learn to overcome our circumstances and become the creat ors of our own lives.  Additionally\, the Summer Camp young ones will be h elping out in the service and displaying some of their projects\, Marilyn Klawiter will officiate for our monthly Fabric of Life Ceremony\, and the BUUF Musicians will have lots of great music.
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See you there.\n
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Note: We will continue distributing the Order of S ervice via email. This will ensure both BUUFers at home and those returnin g in person will receive a copy. It will also save trees since we won’t be printing multiple copies. You may want to bring your cell phone so you ca n easily pull up the Order of Service while participating in person.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210725T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210725T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Weaving the Fabric of Our Lives/We Make Ourselves” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-weaving-the-fabric-of-our-li ves-we-make-ourselves/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/07/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Sunday-Service .png?fit=410%2C308&ssl=1\;410\;308\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Sunday-Service.png?fit=1024%2C768&ssl=1\;10 24\;768\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/ 07/Sunday-Service.png?fit=1200%2C900&ssl=1\;1200\;900\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14156@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Clark Gilpin\; wgilpin@uchicago.edu DESCRIPTION:
The next Social Justice Committee will take place on Tuesday \, July 27\, from 7:00 to 8:00 pm via Zoom. Trenton Bowens will join that evening to talk about the social justice priorities of Neighbors Organizin g Against Racism and report on NOAR’s plans for the coming year. He welcom es your questions and ideas. Please contact Clark Gilpin for Zoom details if you would like to attend.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210727T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210727T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Social Justice Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/social-justice-committee-meeting-10/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14203@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Diane Gibbons\; greensanctuary@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
There will be an Ethical Eating Gro up “salad supper” on Thursday evening July 29th at 6:30 pm at BUUF. Kids a re welcome. Please bring a vegetarian or vegan salad that will serve 6-8 p eople and your beverage. Donations of dessert\, fruit\, crackers or bread will also be welcome.
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We ho pe to start meeting monthly to get acquainted\, share ideas related to our own diet choices and look at what is happening “good” and “not so good” in the food world around us.
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\nPlease bring a calendar and ideas for an outing/ge t together in August.
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If we all want to eat outside…..bring insect spray……a com fy chair if you prefer…..or a blanket to sit on the ground.
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If you are Covid un comfortable eating shared food\, that is perfectly ok. Bring your own meal for the evening. And of course\, masks are still welcome.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210729T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210729T200000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave.\, St . Joseph\, MI 49085 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Ethical Eating Group “Salad Supper” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/ethical-eating-group-salad-supper/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/07/nadine-primeau-ftWfohtjNw-unsplash-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C150& ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/upl oads/2021/07/nadine-primeau-ftWfohtjNw-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=271%2C410&s sl=1\;271\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/07/nadine-primeau-ftWfohtjNw-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=677%2C1024&ss l=1\;677\;1024\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/upload s/2021/07/nadine-primeau-ftWfohtjNw-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=1693%2C2560&ss l=1\;1693\;2560\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14241@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sun day\, August 1st\, the focus of the service is transition and change. Some times we want it. Sometimes we fear it. Whether we want it or fear\, it al most always makes us uncomfortable.
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Rev. Jim McCo nnell’s sermon is titled\, “Change Happens.” In it he will talk about find ing the emotional wherewithal to make the changes we need to make and the courage to endure the difficult changes that life sometimes has for us. A dditionally\, Dick Berndt will have a reading on his perspective on transi tion and change\, the Lorenz family will read the Story for All Ages\, Vic ki Thomas Dwyer will do our chalice work \, and The BUUF Musicians will br ing us more great music. See you Sunday.
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Note: W e will continue distributing the Order of Service via email. This will ens ure both BUUFers at home and those returning in person will receive a copy . It will also save trees since we won’t be printing multiple copies. You may want to bring your cell phone so you can easily pull up the Order of S ervice while participating in person.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210801T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210801T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St. Joseph\, MI SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Change Happens” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-change-happens/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/07/Sunday-Service-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Sunday-Servi ce-2.png?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Sunday-Service-2.png?fit=624%2C416&ssl= 1\;624\;416\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14254@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\, August 8th\, the theme for our service is “Prod uctive and Passionate Aging.” In his sermon\, “Age of Grace\,” Rev. Jim Mc Connell will speak about some of his own experiences with aging and the im portance of finding one’s passion for living the creative and productive l ife\, no matter what age you are. Additionally\, Linda Lobik will bring a favorite poem\, Mary Lou Elson will do our chalice work\, Gloria Weberg wi ll read the Story for All Ages\, and Ellen Higdon will share her perspecti ves on Aging. See you Sunday!
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Notes:
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Due to a change in CDC guidelines\, we will now be asking ALL in-person at tendees to wear a mask when singing along with hymns. Unvaccinated adults and children are asked to wear masks anytime they are in the building. Ple ase bring masks from home.
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We will continue distr ibuting the Order of Service via email. This will ensure both BUUFers at h ome and those returning in person will receive a copy. It will also save t rees since we won’t be printing multiple copies. You may want to bring you r cell phone so you can easily pull up the Order of Service while particip ating in person.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210801T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210801T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Productive and Passionate Aging” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-productive-and-passionate-ag ing/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/08/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-12.18.35-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl= 1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2021/08/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-12.18.35-PM.png?fit=410%2C407&ssl=1\;41 0\;407\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/ 08/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-12.18.35-PM.png?fit=508%2C504&ssl=1\;508\;504 \;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14259@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\, August 8th\, the theme for our service is “Prod uctive and Passionate Aging.” In his sermon\, “Age of Grace\,” Rev. Jim Mc Connell will speak about some of his own experiences with aging and the im portance of finding one’s passion for living the creative and productive l ife\, no matter what age you are. Additionally\, Linda Lobik will bring a favorite poem\, Mary Lou Elson will do our chalice work\, Gloria Weberg wi ll read the Story for All Ages\, and Ellen Higdon will share her perspecti ves on Aging. See you Sunday!
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Notes:
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Due to a change in CDC guidelines\, we will now be asking ALL in-person at tendees to wear a mask when singing along with hymns. Unvaccinated adults and children are asked to wear masks anytime they are in the building. Ple ase bring masks from home.
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We will continue distr ibuting the Order of Service via email. This will ensure both BUUFers at h ome and those returning in person will receive a copy. It will also save t rees since we won’t be printing multiple copies. You may want to bring you r cell phone so you can easily pull up the Order of Service while particip ating in person.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210808T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210808T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Productive and Passionate Aging” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-productive-and-passionate-ag ing-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/08/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-12.18.35-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl= 1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2021/08/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-12.18.35-PM.png?fit=410%2C407&ssl=1\;41 0\;407\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/ 08/Screen-Shot-2021-08-03-at-12.18.35-PM.png?fit=508%2C504&ssl=1\;508\;504 \;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14253@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; president@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The August BUUF Board Meeting will be held Monday\, August 9 th from 6:30-8:00pm. Please contact president@berrienuu.org if you would l ike to join and/or have topics you would like added to the agenda.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210809T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210809T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:August 2021 BUUF Board Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/august-2021-buuf-board-meeting/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14269@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunda y\, August 15th\, we continue with our August theme of “Transition and Tra nsformation.” Rev. Jim McConnell’s sermon\, titled “Sacrifice\, Sex\, and Death\,” will reflect on the relationship between these three and what tha t means for us both personally and nationally. Additionally\, Katharine Li on will bring a reading on Bob Marley\, Mic Rasmussen will read our Story for All Ages\, Jeff Green will do our Chalice work\, and the BUUF musician s will select some more great music for us.
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Join on Zoom or come in person.
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Important Note s:
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Due to a change in CDC guideli nes\, we will now be asking ALL in-person attendees (age 3 or older) to we ar a mask any time they are in the building. Please bring masks from home.
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We will continue distributing the Order of Servi ce via email. This will ensure both BUUFers at home and those returning in person will receive a copy. It will also save trees since we won’t be pri nting multiple copies. You may want to bring your cell phone so you can ea sily pull up the Order of Service while participating in person.
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Featured Image: Abraham’s Sacrifice o f Isaac by Giovanni Battista Gaulli\, around 1700
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210815T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210815T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Sacrifice\, Sex and Death” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-sacrifice-sex-and-death/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/08/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Sunday-Service .png?fit=203%2C248&ssl=1\;203\;248\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14262@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Diane Gibbons\; greensanctuary@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Ethical Eating Group met last week and decided to hold f uture monthly meetings immediately before the Environmental Justice Film S eries\, which takes place on the third Thursday of each month.
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The next Environmental Justice Film is scheduled for Thursday\, August 19th\, at 7:00pm. The Ethical Eating Group will meet at BUUF at 5:30pm\, with t he option of remaining for the film afterward.
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If joining the meet ing\, please bring a vegetarian or vegan entree\, dessert or salad to serv e 6-8 people and your own beverage. Current Covid restrictions at that tim e will be followed.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210819T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210819T190000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Ethical Eating Group Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/ethical-eating-group-meeting-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14256@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; president@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Environ mental Justice Film Series is returning monthly\, beginning August 19th! T his educational film series is free and open to the public. Free popcorn i s provided\; BYOB encouraged. Doors open at 6:30pm.
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Your host is H arvey Johnson\, president of Berrien UU Fellowship. If you are in need of child care\, please contact Harvey in advance at president@berrienuu.org. Unvaccinated participants are asked to wear masks.
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KISS THE GROUND (2020) is this month’s film. Activists\, scientists\, farmers and politic ians turn to regenerative agriculture to save the planet’s topsoil. The fi lm is 74 minutes\, and after we watch it\, we’ll discuss what actions we c an take on this and other environmental justice issues.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210819T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210819T210000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Environmental Justice Film Series: “Kiss the Ground” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/environmental-justice-film-series-kiss-the- ground/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/08/Kiss-the-Ground.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium \;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Kiss-the-Grou nd.jpg?fit=287%2C410&ssl=1\;287\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienu u.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Kiss-the-Ground.jpg?fit=718%2C1024&ssl=1\ ;718\;1024\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/20 21/08/Kiss-the-Ground.jpg?fit=739%2C1054&ssl=1\;739\;1054\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14281@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\ , August 22nd at 10:30am\, Beth La Fleur will lead a special service on Ch ristianity and its positive influences on Unitarian Universalism. Ben and Helena La Fleur will read the Story for All Ages. Marilyn Klawiter will be our pianist\, and both Beth La Fleur and Clark Gilpin will sit in the Poe t’s Corner. We will also enjoy readings by Joanne Krettek and Clark Gilpin \, while Beth will deliver the homily “On Christianity\, Xtianity and What Follows.”
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Join us as we honor and explore one of the six sources of our living faith: “Jewish and Christian teachings which call us to resp ond to God’s love by loving our neighbors as ourselves.”
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Note: Due to a change in CDC guidelines\, we will now be asking ALL in-person attendees (age 3 or older) to wear a mask any time they are in the building. Please bring masks from home.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210822T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210822T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “On Christianity” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-on-christianity/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/08/Francis-Harper.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Francis-Harper .png?fit=410%2C410&ssl=1\;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Francis-Harper.png?fit=1024%2C1024&ssl=1\;1 024\;1024\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/202 1/08/Francis-Harper.png?fit=1080%2C1080&ssl=1\;1080\;1080\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14246@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Diane Gibbons\; gmad50@comcast.net DESCRIPTION:
There will be a Bat House Building w orkshop on Saturday August 28th\, at BUUF from 2-4pm.
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The wood for each house w ill be precut and ready to put together. Several BUUF Green Sanctuary memb ers will be on site to assist with the building. Written instructions/diag rams will also be available. Please bring a hammer if you have one. Kids a ccompanied by an adult are welcome! Extra tools will be available.
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Once the hou ses are completed there will be another “work” afternoon scheduled to plac e the Bat Houses on BUUF property as part of our endeavor to provide shelt er/nesting places for these interesting and important mammals.
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Please note: the houses will not be going home with you!
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Please email me if you would like to a ttend\, we want to make sure we have enough supplies to go around. Thanks. Diane (gmad50@comcast.net).
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210828T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210828T160000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Bat House Building Workshop URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/bat-house-building-workshop/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/07/sonia-nadales-LFwLkMi8is-unsplash-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C150&s sl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uplo ads/2021/07/sonia-nadales-LFwLkMi8is-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=410%2C273&ssl =1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2021/07/sonia-nadales-LFwLkMi8is-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1 \;1024\;683\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2 021/07/sonia-nadales-LFwLkMi8is-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1707&ssl=1\ ;2560\;1707\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14287@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunda y August 29th we continue with our August theme of “Transition and Transfo rmation.” The theme of the service is “Learning How to Hit the Reset Butto n.” Sometimes we just need a spiritual/emotional/psychological reset. Come and help explore this very important topic. Several BUUFers will be shari ng and we\, as usual\, have a lot of great music. See you Sunday on Zoom o r in person. If joining in person\, please wear a mask.
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Immediatel y following the service will be the Annual Picnic at BUUF. (More details b elow.) Please come to the picnic even if you join the service virtually (o r not at all). It will be wonderful to visit with fellow BUUFers for an en d-of-summer outdoor celebration!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210829T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210829T113000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Learning How to Hit the Reset Button” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-learning-how-to-hit-the-rese t-button/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/08/Sunday-Service-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Sunday-Servi ce-1.png?fit=410%2C205&ssl=1\;410\;205\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=600%2C300&ssl= 1\;600\;300\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14283@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Immediately following the Sunday\, August 29th s ervice\, we will be celebrating the end of summer with our Annual BUUF Pic nic! Ania Bijak and Diane Gibbons have planned a fun\, COVID-safe outdoor party for all ages.
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Disposable dishes\, utensils\, napkins and cups will be provided. BUUF will also prov ide iced tea\, lemonade and/or punch and a couple of main dishes (meat and veggie) prepared in a COVID-safe manner. Guests are invited to bring a di sh to share (possibly separated into individual containers) OR\, if you pr efer to avoid sharing food\, simply bring your own food and beverage to en joy during the picnic.
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* FUN FO R KIDS: There will be numerous games and activities\, including a bounce h ouse or water slide provided by Beth La Fleur\, water games (wear your swi m suit!) a ring toss and more! Some adult activities like corn hole will a lso be set up. Have additional game ideas? Please bring them to the picnic !
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* ZUCCHINI DISH CONTEST: BUUF ers are invited to bake and share their favorite zucchini dessert\, such a s zucchini cake\, brownies\, bread and more! (You may want to divide your dessert into individual containers for easy sampling.) All contest partici pants will be entered into a raffle for a prize\, with a grand prize for t he crowd favorite.
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The picnic w ill be held outdoors\, where masks are optional. Even if you don’t attend the Sunday service in person\, you are invited to come by for the party! A dditional folding tables\, chairs\, table cloths and canopies to shade the activities from sun and rain would be appreciated.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210829T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210829T150000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Annual BUUF Picnic URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/annual-buuf-picnic/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/08/spencer-davis-5UeN8VrCxvs-unsplash-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C150& ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/upl oads/2021/08/spencer-davis-5UeN8VrCxvs-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=410%2C273&s sl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/08/spencer-davis-5UeN8VrCxvs-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ss l=1\;1024\;683\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/upload s/2021/08/spencer-davis-5UeN8VrCxvs-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1707&ss l=1\;2560\;1707\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14297@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
It’s back-to-school week for most of our children in Southwest M ichigan. Some of our adults may have started classes recently\, too! That means it’s time to “bless” the real and metaphorical backpacks we all take into the world with us.
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This Sunday\, September 5th is our annual “Blessing of the Backpacks” service. Adults and children are encouraged t o bring their backpacks to the service to be blessed and to receive a spec ial reminder of UU principles that they can carry with them. Even if your children have not been attending services over the summer\, this Sunday is a great week for them to attend and celebrate the return to school with t heir fellow RE participants.
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In his sermon\, “What’s in Your Backp ack?” Rev. Jim McConnell explores some important items that everyone shoul d have in their metaphorical backpacks. Additionally\, Nancy Gilpin will sit in the Poet’s Corner\, Dr. Clark Gilpin will bring an original reading\, the BUUF musicians will have more great music for us\, and our i nterim DRE\, Joanne Krettek\, will have a special ceremony for the Blessin g the Backpacks. Join in person or by Zoom.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210905T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210905T113000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Blessing of the Backpacks” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-blessing-of-the-backpacks/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/08/Screen-Shot-2021-08-31-at-6.14.15-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/08/Screen-Shot-2021-08-31-at-6.14.15-PM.png?fit=307%2C410&ssl=1\;307\ ;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08 /Screen-Shot-2021-08-31-at-6.14.15-PM.png?fit=656%2C876&ssl=1\;656\;876\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14323@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
< p>This Sunday\, September 12th\, we will have our annual Water Communion s ervice. It is when we merge the symbolic waters that we each bring from ou r own sacred sources. For some of us\, it may be the pool or lake where we swam this summer. For others\, it may be the rivers we canoed or the foun tain or splash pad where we played. It could be the hose we used to water our garden or the pond where we sat to meditate. What makes our water sacr ed is the special meaning it holds for us\, the memories we connect to it.
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Please identify your sacred water source and collec t a small amount in a jar or bottle so you can bring it to the service. If there are multiple children in the family\, please encourage each one to identify a sacred water source and collect a sample. During the servic e\, each BUUFer will be encouraged to pour their water into the communal b owl and share the source and why it is sacred to them. We’ll then bless th e water and pour it in our BUUF gardens.
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If you are una ble to attend the service in person\, you are invited to drop off your wat er sample at BUUF or make arrangements for another BUUFer to pick it up. P lease attach a description of your water to the bottle or jar so it can be read at the service. Or\, you can share your water offering with us over Zoom.
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We will be interspersing the Water Communion with stories ab out the role water plays in various religious traditions. We will also enj oy some special music by Julie Williams. The is an intergenerational servi ce for both children and adults. Please join us.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210912T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210912T113000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Water Communion” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-water-communion-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/09/pexels-pixabay-220213-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;1 50\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/ pexels-pixabay-220213-scaled.jpg?fit=410%2C219&ssl=1\;410\;219\;1\,large\; https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/pexels-pixabay- 220213-scaled.jpg?fit=1024%2C546&ssl=1\;1024\;546\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp. com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/pexels-pixabay-220213-scaled. jpg?fit=2560%2C1365&ssl=1\;2560\;1365\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14351@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
BUUF’s annual Fall Equinox service will take plac e on Sunday\, September 19th at 10:30am. It is an intergenerational servic e for both children and adults\, celebrating the upcoming fall equinox whe n daytime and nighttime are roughly even.
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The service will include a special story called “Jack and Ms. Ruby\,” written and read by Nan Lund een and acted out by our young ones. We’ll also discuss autumn transitions and add leaves to our Transitions Tree. The BUUF Musicians have planned s ome great music\, including a piano performance by Silas Lorenz. And final ly\, we’ll be taking up a special collection for Harvesters (farm workers) sponsored by InterFaith Action. If you can\, please bring a donat ion of any of the following items to our Fall Equinox service for collecti on: beans\, rice\, toothpaste\, toothbrushes\, soap and shampoo. Our children will help with gathering donations brought to the service.
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Join us in person or on Zoom\, and help us celebrate the return of a utumn.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210919T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210919T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Fall Equinox” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-fall-equinox-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/09/michael-diane-weidner-iKBUnMO5ToE-unsplash-1-scaled.jpg?resize= 150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-c ontent/uploads/2021/09/michael-diane-weidner-iKBUnMO5ToE-unsplash-1-scaled .jpg?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/michael-diane-weidner-iKBUnMO5ToE-unsplash- 1-scaled.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1\;1024\;683\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/b errienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/michael-diane-weidner-iKBUnMO5ToE- unsplash-1-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1707&ssl=1\;2560\;1707\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14370@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; president@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The next BUUF Board Meeting will be held on Monday\, Septemb er 20th at 7 PM via Zoom. All BUUF members & friends are invited to attend . Please contact Harvey at president@berrienuu.org for Zoom details.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210920T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210920T203000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:September Board Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/september-board-meeting-3/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14390@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
Join the UU Hysterical Society for a free online mid-week worshi p service “with jokes and no announcements and stories instead of sermons. ” Join on Facebook or via Zoom.
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You’re also invited to check out the UU Hysterical Society podcasts. Since June\, they’ve released three ep isodes… “The Blood Spattered Pause”\, “Summer Stories”\, and “Liz Hates De mocracy”. Find them by searching “The Cracked Cup” in your podcast player of choice\, or by listening online.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210922T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210922T213000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:UU Hysterical Society Worship Service URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/uu-hysterical-society-worship-service/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/09/Screen-Shot-2021-09-21-at-9.55.28-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/09/Screen-Shot-2021-09-21-at-9.55.28-PM.png?fit=410%2C242&ssl=1\;410\ ;242\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09 /Screen-Shot-2021-09-21-at-9.55.28-PM.png?fit=1024%2C605&ssl=1\;1024\;605\ ;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Scree n-Shot-2021-09-21-at-9.55.28-PM.png?fit=1202%2C710&ssl=1\;1202\;710\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14384@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\, September 26th\, our beloved Minister Emeritus\, R oger Brewin\, will bring us a message on the widespread practice of bannin g books. Additionally\, we will have a story for the young ones\, read fr om a book banned in 1988 in Colorado\, lots of great music\, and\, as usua l\, the healing joy of fellowship. Join in person or on Zoom.
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Image Caption: Fascist university students burned upwards of 25\,000 book s on the Opernplatz (Opera Square) in Berlin\, Germany\, on May 10\, 1933. Nazi leader Joseph Goebbels spoke at the event\, telling the students\, “ You do well at this late hour to entrust to the flames the intellectual ga rbage of the past.” (Courtesy U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum/U.S. National Archives and Records Administration)
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210926T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210926T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Banning Books” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-banning-books/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/09/Screen-Shot-2021-09-21-at-9.36.17-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/09/Screen-Shot-2021-09-21-at-9.36.17-PM.png?fit=410%2C230&ssl=1\;410\ ;230\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09 /Screen-Shot-2021-09-21-at-9.36.17-PM.png?fit=1024%2C576&ssl=1\;1024\;576\ ;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Scree n-Shot-2021-09-21-at-9.36.17-PM.png?fit=1868%2C1050&ssl=1\;1868\;1050\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14389@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Clark Gilpin\; wgilpin@uchicago.edu DESCRIPTION:
The next Social Justice Committee meeting is scheduled for W ednesday\, September 29\, at 7:00 pm via Zoom.
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The meeting agenda will include the following topics.
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Developing ways to keep BUUF members informed of volunteer opportunities with the social service a gencies we support.
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Scheduling committee and/or congregational c onversations with the social service agencies we support.
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Ways t hat our committee can collaborate with the BUUF Welcoming Congregation pro gram and with the BUUF Green Sanctuary Committee.
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Participating in Sunday services by calling attention to contemporary social justice iss ues and celebrating historic leaders and events in the ongoing movements f or social justice.
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Please contact Clark or Nancy Gilpin if you would like to join the meeting.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210929T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210929T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Social Justice Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/social-justice-committee-meeting-11/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14353@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Diane Gibbons\; greensanctuary@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Ethical Eating Group monthly pitch-in dinner date has been changed to Thursday\, Sept. 30th at 6:00pm at BUUF. There will not be an e nvironmental film following the meal this month. Please bring a vegan or v egetarian dish to pass. We will plan on eating outside due to Covid restri ctions as long as the weather is agreeable.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210930T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210930T193000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Ethical Eating Group Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/ethical-eating-group-meeting-3/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/09/Screen-Shot-2021-09-14-at-10.22.22-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl= 1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2021/09/Screen-Shot-2021-09-14-at-10.22.22-PM.png?fit=351%2C410&ssl=1\;35 1\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/ 09/Screen-Shot-2021-09-14-at-10.22.22-PM.png?fit=658%2C768&ssl=1\;658\;768 \;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14435@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday October 3rd is a special Intergenerational service (for both children and adults). We will be examining the life of Gandhi and how he influenced th e way we think about non-violent protest.
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Mohandas Gand hi\, also known as the Mahatma (“Great Soul”)\, was born on October 2\, 18 69\, in India. He was a leader of the non-violent protest movement and ins trumental in achieving India’s eventual independence from Great Britain. G andhi’s birthday is celebrated as a national holiday in India and\, worldw ide\, as the International Day of Non-Violence.
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Our examination will be through the lens of Our First UU Principle: The Inherent Worth and Dignity of All People. It is an interactive service in which we will be m aking our own individual placards concerning issues we care about. We have the supplies. You can bring the artfulness. If you are a grandparent an aunt or an uncle\, bring your young one.
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In prepa ration for this service\, please view this short video on the famous Salt March led by Gan dhi in 1930. The video is less than 3 minutes long.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211003T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211003T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Mahatma Gandhi and the International Day of Non-Vi olence” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-mahatma-gandhi-and-the-inter national-day-of-non-violence/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/09/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Sunday-Service .png?fit=410%2C261&ssl=1\;410\;261\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Sunday-Service.png?fit=1024%2C652&ssl=1\;10 24\;652\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/ 09/Sunday-Service.png?fit=1100%2C700&ssl=1\;1100\;700\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14486@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Lisa Fuller DESCRIPTION:
There will be a meeting to plan themes\, topics and guidelin es for future Sunday services at 11:00am on Wednesday\, October 6th\, via Zoom. All BUUFers are invited to join. Please contact Lisa Fuller for a co py of the meeting agenda and Zoom login information.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211006T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211006T120000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Services Team Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-services-team-meeting-3/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14464@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Please join the upcoming Task Force Meeting to help plan BUUF’s Fall Festival / Trunk-or-Treat. The meeting will take place on Thursday\, October 7th at 7:00pm via Zoom. We need your help in planning fun\, family -oriented outdoor activities. If you can’t make the meeting\, but would li ke to help set up beforehand\, run an activity\, donate candy or prizes\, etc.\, please email Joanne at office@berrienuu.org. We want to provide are a children\, and especially our RE kids.\, with a safe way to celebrate Ha lloween\, just as we did last year!
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Join Zoom Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 951 1352 0391
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211007T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211007T203000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:BUUF Fall Festival Task Force Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/buuf-fall-festival-task-force-meeting/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/10/Screen-Shot-2021-10-05-at-3.24.23-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/10/Screen-Shot-2021-10-05-at-3.24.23-PM.png?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\ ;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10 /Screen-Shot-2021-10-05-at-3.24.23-PM.png?fit=1024%2C682&ssl=1\;1024\;682\ ;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Scree n-Shot-2021-10-05-at-3.24.23-PM.png?fit=1252%2C834&ssl=1\;1252\;834\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14483@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunda y\, October 10th\, we are going to investigate the question: “What Does it Mean to Be Pro-Life?” We are going to take a look at what it means to be pro-life in a Unitarian Universalist sense. Yes\, we will be talking a bit about a woman’s right to choose\, but we will also be talking about what it means to embrace life with all its puzzles\, all its hidden nooks and c rannies\, all its obstacles and all its joys. Turns out that we need the o bstacles that life throws at us to experience the Joy.
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There will be an outdoor Religious Education class for children. Th is month we are focusing on our seventh UU principle “Respect for the Inte rdependent Web of All Existence of Which We Are a Part.” We will be helpin g with Green Sanctuary projects and learning about nature.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211010T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211010T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “What Does it Mean to Be Pro-Life?” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-what-does-it-mean-to-be-pro- life/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/10/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Sunday-Service .png?fit=410%2C274&ssl=1\;410\;274\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Sunday-Service.png?fit=800%2C534&ssl=1\;800 \;534\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14480@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Diane Gibbons\; gmad50@comcast.net DESCRIPTION:
Sunday October 10th after the Service we will be trimming and cleaning up the ove rgrown brush area behind the felled log near the driveway up front. Volunt eers are asked to bring trimming tools from home.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211010T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211010T140000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Outdoor Cleanup Event URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/outdoor-cleanup-event/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/10/garden-3277053_1920.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,me dium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/garden-32 77053_1920.png?fit=410%2C305&ssl=1\;410\;305\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/ berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/garden-3277053_1920.png?fit=1024% 2C761&ssl=1\;1024\;761\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-conten t/uploads/2021/10/garden-3277053_1920.png?fit=1920%2C1427&ssl=1\;1920\;142 7\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14466@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Brett Maccani\; borisbmac@yahoo.com DESCRIPTION:
The Welcoming Congregat ion Committee is hosting a six-week online course\, Trans Inclusion in Congregations which was created by Transforming Hearts Collectiv e\, a queer-led support for spaces of Inclusion. This course is for c ongregations that want to be fully inclusive and affirm the full breadth o f gender diversity. We will deeply explore the intersection of trans ident ity\, spirituality\, and faith community\, and gain the grounding\, contex t\, and skills to transform yourself and your congregation.
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Every Wednesday night from 7-9pm October 13th – November 17th.
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If you fe el called to celebrate the LGBTQ community\, called to he lp protect LGBTQ rights and called to build a better home of inclusivity at BUUF\, then please join us!
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Join Zoom Meeting:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211013T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211013T210000 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20211118T235959Z SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:“Trans Inclusion in Congregations” Workshop URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/trans-inclusion-in-congregations-workshop/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/10/WCC.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0 .wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/WCC.png?fit=356%2C356&ssl =1\;356\;356\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14500@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Charles Long or Brett Maccani DESCRIPTION:
BUUF’s Welco ming Congregation Committee is focusing on LGBTQ history for this service. To limit the subject\, members of the committee have selected a specific topic to present. Brett Maccani will serve as service leader and his topic is Dr. Evelyn Hooker. You may not have heard of Dr. Hooker\, but the resu lts of her research enabled a scientific understanding of homosexuality.\n
Dorothy Long will present a bit of local history\, the creation of the YWCA Out and Affirmation Center that became the OutCenter in 2009. Jul ie Williams will help us know and appreciate gay composers. Charles Long w ill say a bit about Elsa Gidlow and read her poem “Grey Thread.” He will a lso provide a Story for All Ages about different abilities and friendship. Katharine Lion will share excerpts from “A Queer History of the United St ates” by Michael Bronski. Beth La Fleur\, BUUF’s new music director\, has selected music for the occasion.
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Those on our Order of Service dis tribution list will receive an Order of Service email on Saturday with the Zoom login details. If you are not on this list and would like to attend virtually\, please email office@berr ienuu.org for Zoom information. Or simply join us in person! There wil l be an RE class for children during the latter half of the service focuse d on our seventh principle\, respect for the interdependent web of all exi stence.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211017T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211017T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “LGBTQ History” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-lgbtq-history/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/10/Sunday-Service.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Sunday-Service .jpg?fit=410%2C293&ssl=1\;410\;293\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Sunday-Service.jpg?fit=652%2C466&ssl=1\;652 \;466\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14524@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunda y\, October 24th\, the BUUF service will focus on gun-violence. We will be addressing the effects of gun violence\, why it is such a divisive issue in American society\, and what we as individuals can do about it. David Ga rces will be doing our Chalice work\, Bridget Lorenz will introduce our St ory for All Ages\, Ellen Higdon and Tina Eberly will bring readings\, and Joanne Krettek and Rev. Jim McConnell will share the sermon time.  The mos t important thing about the service is your presence in the sanctuary or o n Zoom. Come\, we need you in our healing community.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211019T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211019T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Gun Violence Prevention” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-gun-violence-prevention/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/10/Sunday-Service-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Sunday-Servi ce-1.png?fit=395%2C252&ssl=1\;395\;252\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14531@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
There will be one final Fall Festival Task Force Meeting on Wednesday\, October 20th\, at 6:00 PM via Zoom. It will hopefully be a qui ck session to review the status of our preparations and make final arrange ments. Please join if you are able:
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Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/97688545768?pwd=MU9lbHhzL0d2ZTlPampSYWtOaDRvZz09
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211020T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211020T183000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Fall Festival Task Force Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/fall-festival-task-force-meeting/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14502@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Diane Gibbons\; gmad50@comcast.net DESCRIPTION:
From the Desk of Diane Gibbons…
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Our monthly group pitch-in supper is scheduled for T hursday\, October 21 at 6pm. We have a “Food” theme this month to usher in FALL. Please prepare a food dish made with Squash!
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\nAcorn\, butternut\, Hubbard\, zucchini\, summer s quash etc. It can be a salad\, bread\, casserole\, dip\, dessert\, soup! I F you don’t particularly like squash…..or just think we need more of a var iety\, you are welcome to bring anything you like!! Hopefully the weather will be warm enough to eat outdoors again…….hope to see you there.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211021T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211021T200000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Ethical Eating Group Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/ethical-eating-group-meeting-4/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/10/megumi-nachev-SUjRarYKGP4-unsplash-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C150& ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/upl oads/2021/10/megumi-nachev-SUjRarYKGP4-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=410%2C230&s sl=1\;410\;230\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/10/megumi-nachev-SUjRarYKGP4-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=1024%2C575&ss l=1\;1024\;575\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/upload s/2021/10/megumi-nachev-SUjRarYKGP4-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1438&ss l=1\;2560\;1438\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14526@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; president@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Saturday\, October 23rd\, the BUUF Green Sanctuary team invites friends of BUUF and F resh Start Children’s Garden Greenhouse to help Harvey Johnson and Dick Be rndt place greenhouse hoops.
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9-11 AM at 1140 Milton St.\, Benton H arbor (Fresh Start Children’s Garden Greenhouse). This is one of BUUF’s l ong-term Environmental Justice Partners.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211023T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211023T110000 LOCATION:Fresh Start Children's Garden @ 1140 Milton St.\, Benton Harbor\, MI SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Place Greenhouse Hoops at Fresh Start Children’s Garden URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/place-greenhouse-hoops-at-fresh-start-child rens-garden/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/10/Children-Garden.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium \;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Children-Gard en.jpg?fit=240%2C320&ssl=1\;240\;320\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14529@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; president@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Join fe llow BUUFers for a “Fall Tame” session from 1-3 PM on our grounds (4340 Li ncoln Avenue\, St. Joseph). BUUFers will rake\, mow\, weed and cut to prep are our grounds for autumn and also for the Fall Festival taking place tha t evening. Bring a rake or wheelbarrow or your favorite yard tool.
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Call or write Harvey with questions (269-470-1470 or johnsonh4@michigan.gov.)
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211023T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211023T150000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St. Joseph\, MI 49085 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Fall Tame at BUUF URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/fall-tame-at-buuf/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/10/garden-3277053_1920.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,me dium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/garden-32 77053_1920.png?fit=410%2C305&ssl=1\;410\;305\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/ berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/garden-3277053_1920.png?fit=1024% 2C761&ssl=1\;1024\;761\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-conten t/uploads/2021/10/garden-3277053_1920.png?fit=1920%2C1427&ssl=1\;1920\;142 7\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14530@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Join our fellowship for some safe\, slightly spooky\, o utdoor fun\, including:
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• Games and activities\, like a haystack d ig for prizes\, a bounce house and pumpkin decorating
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• Train rides through our “slightly haunted” trails out back
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• Visits with the spooky fortune teller
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• Assorted treats and hot cocoa
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This event is open to the entire community. Bring your friends and family! Please email office@berrienuu.org if you have questions or would like to volunteer.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211023T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211023T210000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St. Joseph\, MI 49085 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Berrien UU Fellowship Fall Festival! URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/berrien-uu-fellowship-fall-festival/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/09/lukasz-niescioruk-Y4rkxtdyLsQ-unsplash-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C 150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content /uploads/2021/09/lukasz-niescioruk-Y4rkxtdyLsQ-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=410 %2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-conte nt/uploads/2021/09/lukasz-niescioruk-Y4rkxtdyLsQ-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fit=1 024%2C683&ssl=1\;1024\;683\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-co ntent/uploads/2021/09/lukasz-niescioruk-Y4rkxtdyLsQ-unsplash-scaled.jpg?fi t=2560%2C1707&ssl=1\;2560\;1707\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14532@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunda y\, October 24th\, the BUUF service will focus on gun violence prevention. We will be addressing the effects of gun violence\, why it is such a divi sive issue in American society\, and what we as individuals can do about i t. David Garces will be doing our Chalice work\, Bridget Lorenz will be in troducing our Story for All Ages\, Ellen Higdon and Tina Eberly will bring readings\, and Joanne Krettek and Rev. Jim McConnell will share the sermo n time. The most important thing about the service is your presence in the sanctuary or on Zoom. Come\, we need you in our healing community.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211024T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211024T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Gun Violence Prevention” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-gun-violence-prevention-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/10/Sunday-Service-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Sunday-Servi ce-1.png?fit=395%2C252&ssl=1\;395\;252\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14528@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Dr. Clark Gilpin\; wgilpin@uchicago.edu DESCRIPTION:
The BUUF Social Justice Committee will meet on Tuesday\, October 26\, at 7:00 pm. The agenda will include the following items:
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Lisa Fuller will report on the Unified Civic Monuments Project (< a href='http://www.unifiedmonuments.org/'>www.unifiedmonuments.org)\, which is developing civic monuments in Benton Harbor and St. Joseph honori ng Martin Luther King and the continuing movement for racial justice.
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We will consider planning a film study series on social and environme ntal justice\, a discussion we began at our September meeting.
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We will discuss our priorities for public policy initiatives. This includes c ollaboration with local social service organizations and the Michigan Unit arian Universalist Social Justice Network.
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Lisa Fuller has provide d a summary of Sunday service themes for November and December. Members of the Social Justice Committee are encouraged to offer a 3-to-5-minute soci al justice message related to these themes.
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If you’d like to atten d this meeting\, please contact Clark Gilpin for the Zoom link.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211026T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211026T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:BUUF Social Justice Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/buuf-social-justice-committee-meeting/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14468@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Community Forum for Economic Justice and The South Bend Rep arations Working Group are organizing two book studies. Rev. Jim McConnell worked with these groups to plan these sessions and would like to warmly welcome BUUFers (and anyone else who is interested) to participate.
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   “A window into the ravages and lega cy of racism.”
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“Don Ross writes with authority about the heartbr eaks and joy of a people in search of freedom. “Pillage of Hope” is a mov ing tribute to the decades of long struggle for equality in Oklahoma.”
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On Thursday\, October 28^th 7:00- 8:30 PM\, Dr. Alfred Guillaume Jr. will lead a study o f the book “Pillage of Hope\,” written by retired Oklahoma State Legislato r\, Don Ross. In his book\, The Honorable Mr. Ross recounts what it was li ke growing up Black in Oklahoma and his work to create a museum to memoria lize the 300 Black men and women killed by white mobs in the 1921 Tulsa Ra ce Massacre. Pillage of Hope is a powerful invitation to examine the issue of Reparations for Americans descended from Black Slave s.
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On Thursday\, November 4^th 7:00-8:3 0PM\, Ms. Nimbilasha Cushing and Dr. Marty Wolfson will lead a discussion to examine the emotionally charged questions of Reparations and what is ha ppening on that front right here is St. Joseph County.
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To register for the book study of Pillage of Hope\, or the Reparations discus sion\, or both\, click here.
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* Note: It is no t necessary to have read “Pillage of Hope” to take part in the Reparations Discussion.
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~~“Pillage of Hope” Discussion Leader\, Thursday\, October 28^th~~\, 7:00 PM: Dr. Alfred Guillaume\, Retired Executive Vice Chan cellor for Academic Affairs\, Professor Emeritus of French at Indiana University South Bend\, and member of the South Bend Rep arations Working Group.
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“Reparations” Discussion Lead ers for Thursday\, November 4^th\, 7:00 PM
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Ms. Nimbi Cushing is a founding member and passio nate spokesperson for the South Bend Reparations Working Group. S he knows well the deprivations of racism. She\, along with her many other Life experiences\, grew up on a tenant farm where she\, as a very young ch ild\, picked cotton. She is the author of the book\, Come This Way — T here Is an Exit.
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Dr. Marty Wolfs on is an Emeritus Professor of Economics at the University of Notre Dame. He taught Political Economy for 25 years at Notre Dame. In the years befor e his retirement\, he also taught Peace Studies and was the Director of th e Higgins Labor Program. Before coming to Notre Dame\, he was an Economist with the Federal Reserve Board in Washington\, D.C. He is currently a mem ber of the Board of Directors of the Community Forum for Economic Justice and a member of the South Bend Reparations Working Group.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211028T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211028T203000 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20211105T235959Z SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Book Study of “Pillage of Hope” / Reparations Discussion URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/book-study-of-pillage-of-hope-reparations-d iscussion/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/10/Screen-Shot-2021-10-05-at-5.35.41-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/10/Screen-Shot-2021-10-05-at-5.35.41-PM.png?fit=255%2C410&ssl=1\;255\ ;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10 /Screen-Shot-2021-10-05-at-5.35.41-PM.png?fit=432%2C694&ssl=1\;432\;694\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14554@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
Learn about the “ticking time bomb in the Great Lakes” on Thursday\, October 28 at 7PM EST. Climate Reality Leaders Art H irsch and Sue Holcombe will present facts in an information session about why Enbridge Line 5 should be shut down\, how it threatens the viability o f Lakes Michigan and Huron\, and what you can do to help.
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The pres entation is virtual and will be 30 – 40 minutes long with 20 minutes for q uestions and discussion.
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Register here to receive the virtual login information.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211028T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211028T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Climate Reality Forum: “Diffusing a Ticking Time Bomb in the Great Lakes” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/climate-reality-forum-diffusing-a-ticking-t ime-bomb-in-the-great-lakes/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/10/Screen-Shot-2021-10-26-at-9.16.47-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/10/Screen-Shot-2021-10-26-at-9.16.47-PM.png?fit=410%2C214&ssl=1\;410\ ;214\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10 /Screen-Shot-2021-10-26-at-9.16.47-PM.png?fit=1024%2C536&ssl=1\;1024\;536\ ;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Scree n-Shot-2021-10-26-at-9.16.47-PM.png?fit=1044%2C546&ssl=1\;1044\;546\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14549@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sun day\, October 31st\, we have a very special guest speaker. Debi Van Den Bo om will talk to us about her work at the Cora Lamping Center\, where she h elps survivors of domestic abuse create better life situations.
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Debi describes herself as a “warrior\, teacher\, preache r\, prophet\, advocate\, and Deacon pastoral counselor dabbling in poetry . . . (who) loves the Divine’s beautiful creations . . . strives to be in right relationship with them (and) believes in living life as the Divine g uides her while caring for plants and animals in her home.“
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Additionally\, several BUUFe rs will be contributing to the service\, and Beth and Candace will bring u s some more great music. See you in person or on Zoom.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211031T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211031T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Cora Lamping Center” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-cora-lamping-center/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/10/Sunday-Service-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Sunday-Servi ce-2.png?fit=275%2C183&ssl=1\;275\;183\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14482@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Diane Gibbons\; gmad50@comcast.net DESCRIPTION:
Sunday October 31 after the service we will be trimming the holly bushes and clea ning up the memorial gardens in front of the church. Volunteers are asked to bring trimming tools from home.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211031T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211031T140000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Outdoor Cleanup Event URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/outdoor-cleanup-event-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/10/garden-3277053_1920.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,me dium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/garden-32 77053_1920.png?fit=410%2C305&ssl=1\;410\;305\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/ berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/garden-3277053_1920.png?fit=1024% 2C761&ssl=1\;1024\;761\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-conten t/uploads/2021/10/garden-3277053_1920.png?fit=1920%2C1427&ssl=1\;1920\;142 7\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14567@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday November 2nd\, our BUUF service will be dedicated to Free Thinking. It tur ns out that pretty much everyone is a free thinker. It is just that for mo st of us our egos edit out thoughts and ideas that will cause us social di scomfort. Sunday is the first Sunday of the month so we will have an inter generational exercise in which the kids and the adults exercise their free -thinking capabilities and learn to appreciate some of the founding free t hinkers in our Unitarian Universalist Tradition. Join in-person or on Zoo m.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211107T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211107T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Free Thinking” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-free-thinking/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/11/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Sunday-Service .png?fit=318%2C410&ssl=1\;318\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Sunday-Service.png?fit=620%2C800&ssl=1\;620 \;800\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14551@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
On Thur sday\, November 11th\, we will be hosting a “Welcoming Circle” for newer m embers and those simply interested in learning more about our fellowship. Your hosts will be Rev. Jim McConnell\, BUUF President Harvey Johnson\, Li sa Fuller and Joanne Krettek. Zoom details will be shared closer to the ev ent.
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If you have questions about our fellowship\, want to chat wit h our minister or president in a more informal forum or just want to learn about becoming a member\, this is the place to be. Hope to see you in the circle!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211111T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211111T083000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:BUUF Welcoming Circle URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/buuf-welcoming-circle/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/10/circle-1300241_1920.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,me dium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/circle-13 00241_1920.png?fit=410%2C407&ssl=1\;410\;407\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/ berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/circle-1300241_1920.png?fit=1024% 2C1017&ssl=1\;1024\;1017\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-cont ent/uploads/2021/10/circle-1300241_1920.png?fit=1920%2C1906&ssl=1\;1920\;1 906\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14580@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\, November 14th\, we are going to celebrate th e influence that great thinkers have had on us as individuals and as a rel igion. In the Story for All Ages\, we will ask the kids the question: “If the Earth is round\, why doesn’t it feel like we are walking downhill all the time?” For the adults: Gloria Weberg will share a bit of history of on e of our founding our parents\, Michael Servetus. Roger Brewin\, Joan Guil foyle\, and Doug Lohman will talk about great thinkers who have influenced their lives\, and Glen and Suzi Smith will talk about the how they prefer to imagine the Universe. Rev. Jim McConnell will speak to why it is impor tant for every UU to imagine the Universe the way it most makes sense to t hem. Come in person or by Zoom.  \n
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Image Caption: Immanuel Kant\, 18th centur y philosopher and the father of German Idealism. His idea that the Experience of Reality and Reality are two differe nt things is foundational to tolerance and acceptance of many points of vi ew and theologies in our UU Religion. Kant had tremendous influence on Founding UU Parent Ralph Waldo Emerson.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211114T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211114T114500 LOCATION:Berrien UU Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Great Thinkers” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-great-thinkers/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/11/Sunday-Service-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Sunday-Servi ce-1.png?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=1024%2C682&ssl =1\;1024\;682\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2021/11/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=1280%2C853&ssl=1\;1280\;853\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14547@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Diane Gibbons\; gmad50@comcast.net DESCRIPTION:
The next Ethical Eating Group monthly pitch-in dinner will be Thursday\, November 18th. The dinner will be at 6pm as usual at B UUF. The “theme” will of course be Thanksgiving. Each guest is asked to pr ovide a vegetarian/vegan dish they feel would be well-received by guests a t a typical omnivorous Thanksgiving feast! It can be bread\, salad\, an en tre or dessert. See you there!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211118T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211118T193000 LOCATION:Berrien UU Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Ethical Eating Group Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/ethical-eating-group-meeting-5/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/10/Screen-Shot-2021-10-26-at-7.27.58-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/10/Screen-Shot-2021-10-26-at-7.27.58-PM.png?fit=326%2C410&ssl=1\;326\ ;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10 /Screen-Shot-2021-10-26-at-7.27.58-PM.png?fit=606%2C762&ssl=1\;606\;762\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14756@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
The Ethical Eating Group Meeting is s cheduled for Thursday\, Nov. 18th\, at 6:00 PM. Following the meeting at 7 :15 PM\, Jeff Green will be screening the Netflix environmental documentar y “Chasing Coral.”
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From Netflix: “Coral reefs around the world are vanishing at an unprecedented rate. A team of divers\, photographers and scientists set out on a thrilling ocean adventure to discover why and to r eveal the underwater mystery to the world.
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The film took more than three years to shoot and is the result of 500+ hours of underwater f ootage\, coral bleaching submissions from volunteers in 30 countries\, as well as support from more than 500 people in various locations around the world.”
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Join us for either the Ethical Eating Meeting\, the docum entary screening\, or both! There is no cost for either event.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211118T191500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211118T210000 GEO:+42.039586;-86.476078 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St Joseph\, MI 49085\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:“Chasing Coral” Screening URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/chasing-coral-screening/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/11/Netflix.jpeg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https ://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Netflix.jpeg?fit=235 %2C215&ssl=1\;235\;215\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14743@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Lisa Fuller\; lmfuller0116@gmail.com DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\, November 21st\, Lisa Fuller will bring a message titled: “Unitarian Universalism is a Religion.” In a sermon adapted from “ Why UU Now?” by Rev. Rita Capezzi\, Lisa will explore the question\, “Do U U’s worship?” Additionally\, Katharine Lion and Lisa Fuller will h elp us observe Transgender Awareness Day and Joan Guilfoyle and Doug Lohman will be performing special music for our< i> Offertory. And\, as usual\, Beth La Fleur and Candace Onw eller will bring us wonderful music.
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This Sunday we will also be conducting an Ingathering Ceremony for any members who have joined in r ecent months or who want to join this Sunday! We’ll be asking you to sign the membership book and share in the reciting our congregation’s covenant. All BUUF friends and newcomers who support our principles and initiatives are invited to make the leap and become a member!
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Looks like a gr eat service. Join in person or on Zoom.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211121T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211121T114500 GEO:+42.039586;-86.476078 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St Joseph\, MI 49085\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Unitarian Universalism is a Religion” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-unitarian-universalism-is-a- religion/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/11/nikohoshi-qgQlwmdMk5A-unsplash.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\ ;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/1 1/nikohoshi-qgQlwmdMk5A-unsplash.jpg?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,lar ge\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/nikohoshi-q gQlwmdMk5A-unsplash.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1\;1024\;683\;1\,full\;https:// i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/nikohoshi-qgQlwmdMk5A-u nsplash.jpg?fit=1500%2C1000&ssl=1\;1500\;1000\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14788@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sun day\, November 28th\, Rev. Jim McConnell will\, in his message\, explore t he importance of living the tension between doubt and faith. To do that we will take a look at the Jewish celebration of Hanukkah. Additionally\, Ke ely Adams will talk to us about World Aids Day\, Gloria Weberg will lead u s in our Fabric of Life Ceremony\, the kids will have an opportunity to le arn about Hanukkah and light a Menorah\, and Beth La Fleur and Candace Onw eller will have more great music for us. Lisa Fuller will lead this Sunday ’s RE class on making Winter Solstice bead ornaments for our UU-themed hol iday tree. Join on Zoom or in person.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211128T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211128T114500 GEO:+42.039586;-86.476078 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St Joseph\, MI 49085\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Hanukkah and Living the Tension Between Doubt and Faith” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-hanukkah-and-living-the-tens ion-between-doubt-and-faith/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/11/Sunday-service-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Sunday-servi ce-2.png?fit=410%2C410&ssl=1\;410\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Sunday-service-2.png?fit=908%2C908&ssl= 1\;908\;908\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14839@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Clark Gilpin\; wgilpin@uchicago.edu DESCRIPTION:
The BUUF Social Justice Committee will meet on Wednesday\, De cember 1\, at 7:00 pm. This is the Zoom link.
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Join Zoom Meetin g:
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Meeting ID: 891 071 0930\; Passcode: 42969 8
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AGENDA.
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Continue discussion of a film s eries on social justice that we began at our September meeting.
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In form BUUF about the current priorities of Michigan social service organiza tions and ways that we could support them.
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On October 31\, the Social Justice Committee cooperated with the Sunday Service committee to arrange a presentation by Debi VanDenBoom from the Cora Lamping Center for Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Violence. The Center is currently req uesting donations for persons it is assisting\, and BUUF could support thi s effort as a holiday project beginning on Sunday\, Dec. 12.
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Car ol’s Hope supports persons with substance use disorders\,
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Neighb ors Organizing Against Racism (Trenton Bowens) intends to create a bail fu nd.
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Interfaith Action of Southwest Michigan (Sid Mohn).
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Social justice events planned for early 2022.
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The Race Relations Council is working with Lake Michigan College on the a nnual Martin Luther King celebration\, during the week of January 17\, for which the Race Relations Council will organize a panel discussion of Heat her McGhee’s book\, The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone and How We Can Prosper Together.
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The next meeting of Advocates and Leaders for Police and Community Trust (ALPACT) is scheduled for January 2 5 at 9:30 am. If you wish to receive ALPACT information\, email Audrey Les ter at audreykl@hotmail.com. Lar ry Feldman gave an update on how members of the Race Relations Council hav e been working with the Sheriff’s office to request data on racial dispari ties in the jail population\, bail procedures\, and specific criminal char ges. The information in being given to Andrews University which is helping to analyze the data.
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Lisa Fuller has provided a summary o f Sunday service themes for December 2021 and January 2022. Members of the Social Justice Committee are encouraged to offer a 3-to-5-minute social j ustice message related to these themes.
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December: Ancestors / Family Honor
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5th-  “Spiritual Traditions from our Ancestors” – Intergenerational
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12th - ”Family Histories can be Difficult”
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19th- Winter Solstice - Pres ented by Children’s RE
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26th- “Remembering those in our Fabric of L ife\, Honoring Ancestors” (reference to world traditions)
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January: Mental Health / Intentions
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Since the mental heal th topics of Jan 2021 were well received\, we will repeat that theme in Ja n 2022\, along with the theme of ‘Intentions.’
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BUUF will hold a Silent Auct ion this Sunday\, December 5\, and at the Social Justice Committee meeting in January\, we will discuss how the auction proceeds can be put to good use. A few volunteers would be helpful.
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Suggested date for the ne xt Social Justice Committee meeting: Wednesday\, January 12\, 7:00 pm.
\nAt this meeting updated information on the MLK week o f celebration sponsored by Lake Michigan College will be available.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211201T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211201T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Social Justice Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/social-justice-committee-meeting-12/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/11/Screen-Shot-2021-11-30-at-8.43.41-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/11/Screen-Shot-2021-11-30-at-8.43.41-PM.png?fit=396%2C410&ssl=1\;396\ ;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11 /Screen-Shot-2021-11-30-at-8.43.41-PM.png?fit=674%2C698&ssl=1\;674\;698\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14731@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Julie Williams\; jmackw@comcast.net DESCRIPTION:
Join BUUFers for a fun silent auction this Sunday!!!! You may bring u p to one item per person to BUUF between 9:30-10:15am (the earlier the bet ter!). The auction is open 10:15-10:30am and again 30 minutes following th e service. Anyone who donates an item will fill out a bid form and all who plan to bid will be given a bidding number.
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All items are appreciated\; feel free to be creative while keeping in mind items for all ages including possible holiday gifts\, baked goods\, or white elepha nts. You are encouraged to bring a short written description to enhance th e details or story of your item.
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The auction will inclu de holiday items\, flower vase\, Ellen Higdon’s pot holders\, a cold-weath er pet coat\, candles\, candle sticks\, coasters\, compact humidifier\, em broidery\, salt and pepper shakers\, wine tote\, picture frame\, dip coole r and much more!
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A few volunteers will be needed\, incl uding someone to FaceTime with Joan Guilfoyle who wishes to bid via her ph one. Also\, anyone attending Circle Talk may want to assign a volunteer su bstitute bidder.
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Proceeds will benefit a social or envi ronmental justice project. Payment is by check\, cash or quarters.
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If you have questions or wish to volunteer please email Julie Williams at  jmackw@comcast.net or Nancy Gilpin at nygilp in@gmail.com.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211205T101500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211205T121500 GEO:+41.960542;-87.683502 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 N Lincoln Ave\, C hicago\, IL 60618\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:BUUF Silent Auction URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/buuf-silent-auction/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/11/auction-6480582_1920.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,m edium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/auction- 6480582_1920.jpg?fit=410%2C269&ssl=1\;410\;269\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.co m/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/auction-6480582_1920.jpg?fit=10 24%2C672&ssl=1\;1024\;672\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-con tent/uploads/2021/11/auction-6480582_1920.jpg?fit=1920%2C1260&ssl=1\;1920\ ;1260\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14862@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\, December 5th\, is an intergenerational experience. Our theme of t he Month is “Tradition.” Our service will be a bit of a double header. We will discuss the place tradition has in our lives by inviting anyone who w ishes\, including the children\, to share a tradition that is important to them. It can be a family tradition\, a National tradition\, or a traditio n that you admire from anywhere around the world.
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We will also indulge ourselves in some “cultural appropriation/appreciati on” by celebrating Holi\, The Festival of Colors\, from India. H oli is the celebration of the triumph of good over darkness. This will involve a craft project so everyone is invited to bring a pair of scissor s suitable for cutting colored paper or fabric. Additionally\, every child present will receive a gift.
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Image Caption: The Indian Festival of Holi\, the celebration of the triumph of Light over Darkness.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211205T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211205T114500 GEO:+42.039586;-86.476078 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St Joseph\, MI 49085\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Family and Cultural Traditions” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-family-and-cultural-traditio ns/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/11/Holi-Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,me dium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Holi-Sund ay-Service.png?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/ berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Holi-Sunday-Service.png?fit=968%2 C645&ssl=1\;968\;645\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14914@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
“Happy families are all alike\; every unhappy family is unhappy in its own way.”
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– Leo Tolstoy from Anna Karenina
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This S unday December 12\, we continue with our theme of “Tradition” by looking a t some traditions that are not so good\, traditions that cause dysfunction in families and in nations. Some BUUFers will share their stories and Lis a Fuller will bring a message titled\, “Old Stories\, New Thoughts” dealin g with our treatment of indigenous peoples.
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Additionally\, Rev. Ji m McConnell will have a meditation titled: “You Do Not Need to Throw Yours elf in Front of a Train.” The kids will go directly to their RE rooms befo re service\, to prepare for the Winter Solstice play. Join in person or on Zoom.
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Top Image: Anna Karenina\, a victim of family dysfunction at the train station\, before her fateful leap. From the Movi e.
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Bottom Image: Cherokee Trail of Tears 1838-39\ , depicting the dysfunction of a nation.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211212T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211212T114500 GEO:+42.039586;-86.476078 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St Joseph\, MI 49085\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Old Stories\, New Thoughts” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-old-stories-new-thoughts/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/12/Screen-Shot-2021-12-07-at-6.17.19-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2021/12/Screen-Shot-2021-12-07-at-6.17.19-PM.png?fit=326%2C410&ssl=1\;326\ ;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12 /Screen-Shot-2021-12-07-at-6.17.19-PM.png?fit=790%2C994&ssl=1\;790\;994\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-14718@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
B errien UU Fellowship is hosting a Parents’ Night Out on Friday\, December 17th from 5:00-8:00pm. BUUF members and friends are invited to br ing their children to BUUF for a safe\, enjoyable time. Lisa Fuller and Jo anne Krettek will prepare a meal for the children\, and then we will rehea rse for the Winter Solstice service on December 19th. For safety reasons\, a registration form\, health history and Covid release form will need to be completed for all children who attend. Parents are welcome to plan a gr oup event that evening\, catch up on some holiday shopping\, enjoy a date night or just relax! There is no charge for children to participate. Pleas e contact Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org with questions.
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From: Maya Angelou\, “When I Think of Death”
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This Sunday\, January 16th\, we continue with our theme of Mental He alth with a focus on Loss and Grief. Everyone has been touched by loss in some way. We have lost beloved grandparents or parents. Some of us have lost children. Others of us have lost beloved pets\, family homes \, farms\, and jobs we loved. Loss is a part of Life. We all will deal wit h it many times in our lives. Join us this Sunday on Zoom.
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The ser vice will include a Story for All Ages that addresses loss\, in terms appr opriate for children\, followed by a discussion led by Rev. Jim. It would be wonderful to have as many children as possible present for at least tha t portion of the service. In addition\, there will be another fun RE class via Zoom immediately following the service\, around 11:30-11:45am. Look f or details in this week’s Order of Service.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220116T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220116T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Loss and Grief” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-loss-and-grief/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/01/Sunday-Service-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Sunday-Servi ce-1.png?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=1024%2C683&ssl =1\;1024\;683\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2022/01/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=1170%2C780&ssl=1\;1170\;780\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-15221@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
I n January\, we are restarting Small Group Ministry\, otherwise known as Ch alice Circles or Covenant Groups.
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Each month we will fo cus on a different theme chosen by our partner\, Soul Matters. January’s t heme is “Intention.” Members will review the monthly packet beforehand and reflect on the readi ngs and questions. (To access the monthly packet for January\, go to berrienuu.org/Fellowship Resources and click on “Small Group Ministry Jan 2022” to download the pack et.) In small group meetings\, we’ll discuss our reflections in a series o f discussion rounds. Unlike other discussion groups\, in Chalice Circles w e do not engage in cross-talk or debate particular points of view. Instead \, we each share our reflections and honor one another through focused lis tening. More details on this unique discussion approach can be found in th e Participant Guide.< /p>\n
If you’d like to get to know your fellow BUUFers better in a more informal environment\, build connections and explore your spiri tuality\, Small Group Ministry is a great opportunity to do so. You will b e encouraged to attend the same discussion group monthly so that deep conn ections can be formed. Please Note: These are initial meeting times but th ey can be scheduled differently if another day and time works better for g roup members. Also\, in-person meetings may temporarily switch to virtual meetings if required by the pandemic or member request. If you are interes ted but neither meeting time works for you\, please contact Interim DRE Jo anne Krettek to see if alternative arrangements can be made: dre@berrienuu.org.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220118T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220118T150000 LOCATION:Zoom Only SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Small Group Ministry (Chalice Circles) URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/small-group-ministry-chalice-circles-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/12/Soul-Matters-1.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Soul-Matters-1 .jpg?fit=410%2C151&ssl=1\;410\;151\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Soul-Matters-1.jpg?fit=1024%2C378&ssl=1\;10 24\;378\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/ 12/Soul-Matters-1.jpg?fit=2000%2C738&ssl=1\;2000\;738\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-15563@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; president@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
T here will be a Green Sanctuary Team meeting this Thursday\, January 20 at 7 pm via ZOOM. The link is below.  The team will discuss:
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The role of the team\,
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The future plans of the team.
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Topic: Green Sanctuary Meeting
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Join Zoom Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 996 5 310 9271\; Passcode: 732271
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220120T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220120T203000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Green Sanctuary Team Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/green-sanctuary-team-meeting-6/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/01/Green-Sanctuary-logo.jpg.webp?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\ ;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Gre en-Sanctuary-logo.jpg.webp?fit=300%2C397&ssl=1\;300\;397\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-15576@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
“What is addiction\, really? It is a sign\, a signa l\,
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– Alice Miller
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This Sunday\, January 23rd\, we continue with our monthly theme of Mental Health by focus ing on addiction and despair. In a message titled: “Addiction\, Sham e\, and Despair\, All Fruits of the Same Tree” Beth La Fleur\, Bre tt Maccani\, Terra Lenox\, and Rev. Jim McConnell will share their perspec tives. Additionally\, Helena La Fleur will show a video\, she created hers elf\, that demonstrates different ways to be kind. The Story For All Ages will address what it is like to be a child whose parents are recovering fr om addiction\, and\, as usual\, there will a lot of great music.
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Join on Zoom for this important service.
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Note: There will be no RE class over Zoom this Sunday. Instead\, w e’ll be planning a winter outing for families and children. Stay tuned for details!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220123T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220123T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Addiction\, Shame\, and Despair\, All Fruits of th e Same Tree” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-addiction-shame-and-despair- all-fruits-of-the-same-tree/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/01/Sunday-Service-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Sunday-Servi ce-2.png?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Sunday-Service-2.png?fit=880%2C586&ssl= 1\;880\;586\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-15717@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
“You may not control all the events that happen to you\,
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Maya Angelou
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This Sunday\, January 30th\, is the final Sunda y of Mental Health January. The focus of the service is: Guilt\, Divorce\, and Loneliness. Michelle McHale\, Glen Smith\, Lisa Quinlan \, and Rev. Jim McConnell will share their strategies for dealing with the se emotionally difficult parts of being human beings.
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Additionally\, Rev. Jim will share a Story for All Ages about kids and divorce\, and Beth La Fleur will have more great music for us.\n
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Once again\, there will be no RE lesson over Zoom. However\, be sure to attend the Sunday Sledding Adventure at Harvey Johnson’s house from 1-4pm. There will be sledding\, snow games\, and a bonfire with hot cocoa!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220130T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220130T114500 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Guilt\, Divorce and Loneliness” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-guilt-divorce-and-loneliness / X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/01/Sunday-Service-3.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Sunday-Servi ce-3.png?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Sunday-Service-3.png?fit=1000%2C667&ssl =1\;1000\;667\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-15672@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
We have the snow. We have the cold. Now we just need the place…
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BUUF’s President Harvey Johnson has kindly offered to host BUUFers in his large\, snowy backyard on Sunday\, January 30th from 1-4 PM. Instead of g etting together over Zoom for RE lessons\, we thought children might prefe r to gather outside for some fun!
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RE kids and their pare nts can take turns sledding down Harvey’s groomed sledding trail into the ravine. Or they can hang out by the bonfire and drink hot cocoa. Or join H arvey on a nature tour of the ravine in winter. There will also be other s now games to play…like making snow angels\, building a fort and making col ored ice balls using balloons.
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All BUUFers are invited t o join this event\, and we especially hope our RE children will use this o pportunity to intermingle and build stronger friendships. Feel free to dro p in anytime between 1 and 4 pm.
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Harvey’s address:
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1920 Sunset Court
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220130T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220130T160000 GEO:+42.095916;-86.47987 LOCATION:Johnson Residence @ 1920 Sunset Ct\, St Joseph\, MI 49085\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Sledding Adventure URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-sledding-adventure/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/01/winter-5413598_1920.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,me dium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/winter-54 13598_1920.jpg?fit=410%2C231&ssl=1\;410\;231\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/ berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/winter-5413598_1920.jpg?fit=1024% 2C576&ssl=1\;1024\;576\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-conten t/uploads/2022/01/winter-5413598_1920.jpg?fit=1778%2C1000&ssl=1\;1778\;100 0\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-15799@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The month of Feb ruary is dedicated to understanding our proposed 8^th UU Princip le: The 8th Principle affirms and promotes journeying toward spi ritual wholeness by working to build a diverse\, multicultural Beloved Com munity by our actions that accountably dismantle racism and other oppressi ons in ourselves and our institutions.  The focus for this Sund ay is Ethical Living. Beth La Fleur\, in addition to having some gr eat music\, will introduce us to the 8^th principle and\, becaus e it is an intergenerational Sunday\, the young ones of the church will he lp us struggle with some ethical issues. It is a hybrid service so you can come in person or join on Zoom.
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Perspective #1: PRO by Q UUF member\, Cecilia Flickinger
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As a person of color and a member of QUUF’s 8th Principle Task Force\, I am excited about the possib ility of adding the 8th Principle. Why? Because it is an invitation to ele vate our consciousness about racism in ourselves and our denomination.
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Although our Constitution asserts the ideal that all people are creat ed equal\, we have fallen woefully short of matching that ideal. We create d an economy based on slavery. We legalized segregation with Jim Crow laws . Hate crimes have always been a part of our legacy – even now. There are still systems that bar people of color from having equitable access to hea lthcare\, education\, voting\, housing\, finance and justice.
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Our current UU principles\, like our constitution\, state our ideals. And whi le our 1st Principle affirms the inherent worth and dignity of every perso n\, sometimes we fall short. What I like about the 8th Principle is that i t specifically names not just our ideals but also our actions and the need for accountability. This will help our denomination grow and guide us in evolving consciousness around race.
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Becoming more diverse\, equita ble\, and inclusive is a spiritual journey. Some of us are already ready t o help dismantle racism at the systemic level. Others are willing to help other travelers to our destination. Others still are stuck. Wherever we ar e in our journey\; we’re each valued and welcome. That is the spirit of Be loved Community.
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Beloved Community is described by politician John Lewis “as a nation and world society at peace with itself.” Beloved commu nity\, described by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.\, is a community NOT contin ually living with bitterness and friction. Beloved community is the fulfil lment of our country’s promise of life\, liberty\, justice and equal prote ction under the law.
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Perspective #2: CON by QUUF member\, Rod Mitchell
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I am concerned with the movement to adopt the eighth principle and have two reasons for my concern.
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First\, it is not a principle and is already covered by our present seven very wel l expressed principles. The proposed eighth is redundant and structurally more like a mission. Its action certainly deserves attention and action on the part of our community\, but it is not a principle.
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Secondly\, if it were raised to the level of a principle it would be discriminatory. Our seven principles challenge us individually and as a community to addr ess the injustices and threats embedded in our society and worldwide.
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Certainly racial inequality is high on my list\, but so are the right s of LBGTQ+ and women\, substance abuse\, homelessness\, and global warmin g. I am sure we all have our lists. We need soldiers\, processes\, and pas sion in all these areas\; and to elevate one mission above the others is t o create an imbalance that does not give equal power to all of our concern s in our attempt to fulfill the moral charges of our current seven princip les. The eighth principle is the wrong solution for a real problem.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220206T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220206T114500 GEO:+42.039586;-86.476078 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St Joseph\, MI 49085\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Ethical Living” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-ethical-living/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/02/Principles.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;htt ps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Principles.png?fit =410%2C231&ssl=1\;410\;231\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-c ontent/uploads/2022/02/Principles.png?fit=1024%2C576&ssl=1\;1024\;576\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-15848@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Our secon d round of Small Group Ministry takes place in February. The theme for Feb ruary is “Widening the Circle\,” and all BUUFers are welcome to join one o f the two Chalice Circles:
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The first Chalice Circle meets on the first Monday of the month from 6-8pm\, in person when possible.
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The second Chalice Circle meets th e third Tuesday of the month from 1-3pm over Zoom.
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Groups met for the first t ime in January and enjoyed rich discussions on the topic of “Intention.” T here is still room for 2-4 members in each Chalice Circle. Groups will vot e on when to close the circle to new members.
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Participants are encoura ged to review the Discussion Guide prior to the meeting and and reflect on the readings and questions. To access the monthly packet for February\, f ollow this link and click o n “Widening the Circle Discussion Guide Feb 2022” to download the packet.< /div>\n
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Unlike other discussion groups\, in Chalice Circles we do not engage i n cross-talk or debate particular points of view. Instead\, we each share our reflections and honor one another through focused listening. More deta ils on this unique discussion approach can be found in the Participant Guide.
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If you’d like to get to know your fellow B UUFers better in a more informal environment\, build connections and explo re your spirituality\, Small Group Ministry is a great opportunity to do s o. You will be encouraged to attend the same discussion group monthly so t hat deep connections can be formed. Please contact Interim DRE Joanne Kret tek with any questions or suggestions: dre@berrienuu.org.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220207T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220207T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Small Group Ministry: “Widening the Circle” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/small-group-ministry-widening-the-circle/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/02/Screen-Shot-2022-01-27-at-2.52.04-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2022/02/Screen-Shot-2022-01-27-at-2.52.04-PM.png?fit=410%2C246&ssl=1\;410\ ;246\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02 /Screen-Shot-2022-01-27-at-2.52.04-PM.png?fit=868%2C520&ssl=1\;868\;520\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-15899@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121617Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\ , February 8^th we continue with our Monthly theme of: Introd ucing the Proposed 8^th UU Principle. The Focus of th e service will be Expanding the Circle\, which means acquiring a ma ture understanding of systemic injustice and working to make a better soci ety. Lisa Fuller\, Chair of the Sunday Services team\, will talk about the social dimension of making a just society and Rev. Jim McConnell will tal k about the spiritual aspect of that work. Additionally\, Joanne Krettek h as a great Story for All Ages\, Nan Lundeen will bring an original poem\, and Beth La Fleur and Candace Onweller have some more really great music. And that’s not all…
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Tina Eberly will be teaching RE children about Whitney Young\, an influential Civil Rights Leader and Unitarian Universa list. In addition\, since it’s so close to Valentine’s Day\, BUUF’s Ethica l Eating Group is planning a “love treat” (a small bag of vegetarian goodi es) for BUUFers to take home and enjoy. Also\, BUUF President Harvey Johns on plans to give every child who attends the service in person a bar of de licious “fair trade” chocolate. This is a service you won’t want to miss!< /p>\n
Join us on Zoom or in person.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220213T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220213T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Expanding the Circle” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-expanding-the-circle/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/02/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Sunday-Service .png?fit=410%2C231&ssl=1\;410\;231\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Sunday-Service.png?fit=1024%2C576&ssl=1\;10 24\;576\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/ 02/Sunday-Service.png?fit=1280%2C720&ssl=1\;1280\;720\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-15866@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Our secon d round of Small Group Ministry takes place in February. The theme for Feb ruary is “Widening the Circle\,” and all BUUFers are welcome to join one o f the two Chalice Circles:
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The first Chalice Circle meets on the first Monday of the month from 6-8pm\, in person when possible.
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The second Chalice Circle meets th e third Tuesday of the month from 1-3pm over Zoom.
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Groups met for the first t ime in January and enjoyed rich discussions on the topic of “Intention.” T here is still room for 2-4 members in each Chalice Circle. Groups will vot e on when to close the circle to new members.
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Participants are encoura ged to review the Discussion Guide prior to the meeting and and reflect on the readings and questions. To access the monthly packet for February\, f ollow this link and click o n “Widening the Circle Discussion Guide Feb 2022” to download the packet.< /div>\n
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Unlike other discussion groups\, in Chalice Circles we do not engage i n cross-talk or debate particular points of view. Instead\, we each share our reflections and honor one another through focused listening. More deta ils on this unique discussion approach can be found in the Participant Guide.
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If you’d like to get to know your fellow B UUFers better in a more informal environment\, build connections and explo re your spirituality\, Small Group Ministry is a great opportunity to do s o. You will be encouraged to attend the same discussion group monthly so t hat deep connections can be formed. Please contact Interim DRE Joanne Kret tek with any questions or suggestions: dre@berrienuu.org.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220215T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220215T150000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Small Group Ministry: Widening the Circle” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/small-group-ministry-widening-the-circle-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/02/Screen-Shot-2022-01-27-at-2.52.04-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2022/02/Screen-Shot-2022-01-27-at-2.52.04-PM.png?fit=410%2C246&ssl=1\;410\ ;246\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02 /Screen-Shot-2022-01-27-at-2.52.04-PM.png?fit=868%2C520&ssl=1\;868\;520\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-15886@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Berrien UU Fellowship is offering a Tapestry of Faith program designed spe cifically for those age 50+. The gift of extended years finds many people becoming elders with deep personal questions such as\, Who am I now? and W hat will I do that is meaningful? This workshop introduces the idea of “el derhood” as a creative and important time of life\, a time to search insid e\, integrate experiences\, and cultivate wisdom. Rituals and activities f or the program\, such as journaling and sharing blessings\, will be establ ished. Participants will get to know one another and to create a community of elders learning together.
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This workshop will be conducted over Zoom in six two-hour evening sessions. Rev. Jim McConnell and Interim DRE Joanne Krettek will jointly facilitate the workshop. Participants are inv ited to “bring a friend” to each session. A minimum of five registered par ticipants is needed in order for the workshop to proceed. Please register by emailing dre@berrienuu.org with the names of those who plan to attend. Workshops will take place from 6-8pm on the following Thursday evenings: F eb. 17\, Feb. 24\, March 3\, March 10\, March 17 and March 31.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220217T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220217T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:“Hindsight\, Humor and Hope: Who\, Me\, an Elder?” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/hindsight-humor-and-hope-who-me-an-elder/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/02/pexels-anna-shvets-5257317.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150 \;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/pe xels-anna-shvets-5257317.jpg?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;http s://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/pexels-anna-shvets- 5257317.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1\;1024\;683\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/be rrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/pexels-anna-shvets-5257317.jpg?fit= 1500%2C1000&ssl=1\;1500\;1000\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-15937@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday February 20^th\, we continue with our theme of Introducing the 8 th UU Principle. The Focus of the service is: “Places We have Been\, Place s We are Going.”
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In this service\, BUUFers will r emember what we have done in the past to create our Beloved Community and a compassionate greater society and what the future may hold for our congr egation in terms of working for social justice. Additionally\, there will be a great Story for all Ages and lots of wonderful music.
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In preparation for the upcoming congregational vote on acceptanc e of an 8^th UU principle\, Rev. Jim McConnell will examine some of the pros and cons of adopting another principle in a talk titled: “Two and a Half Principles.”
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The RE children will lea rn about Rev. James Reeb\, a white Unitarian minister who was attacked (al ong with two other Unitarian ministers) for his role in the Civil Rights M ovement. While Reeb was on his way to the hospital (where he died two days later)\, Martin Luther King\, Jr. addressed a press conference and lament ed the “cowardly” attack\, asking all to pray for his protection. Both the Unitarian and Universalist roots of our religious tradition have a long h istory of supporting and defending civil rights\, even as we have sometime s failed to fully live up to our principles.
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Come in person or join by Zoom.
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Proposed 8th UU Principle:
\n“We the member congregations of the Un itarian Universalist Association\, covenant to affirm and promote: journey ing toward spiritual wholeness by working to build a diverse multicultural Beloved Community by our actions that accountably dismantle racism and ot her oppressions in ourselves and our institutions.”
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Courtesy of Lisa Fuller\, here is a link to the UUA Commission on Institutional Change’s Widening th e Circle of Concern report. Several copies of the report are also availabl e at BUUF.
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“Appointed by the Board of Trustees of the Unitarian Un iversalist Association of Congregations in 2017\, the UUA Commission on In stitutional Change served through June 2020. Widening the Circle of Concer n: Report of the UUA Commission on Institutional Change represents the cul mination of the Commission’s work analyzing structural and systemic racism and white supremacy culture within Unitarian Universalism and makes recom mendations to advance long-term cultural and institutional change that red eems the essential promise and ideals of Unitarian Universalism. All UU’s are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the report.”
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220220T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220220T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Places We Have Been\, Places We Are Going” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-places-we-have-been-places-w e-are-going/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/02/Principles-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;h ttps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Principles-1.png ?fit=410%2C152&ssl=1\;410\;152\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/ wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Principles-1.png?fit=1000%2C370&ssl=1\;1000\;37 0\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16001@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sun day is our final Sunday of exploration of the proposed 8^th UU P rinciple. At our annual meeting in June\, we will be voting whether or not to accept this principle\, which is:
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“We\, the member congregations of the Unitarian Universalist Association\, covenant to aff irm and promote: journeying toward spiritual wholeness by working to build a diverse multicultural Beloved Community by our actions that accountably dismantle racism and other oppressions in ourselves and our institutions. ”
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To help us better understand the issues surrounding the prop osed principle\, Hunter Leggitt and Joanne Krettek will share their perspe ctives and Rev. Jim McConnell will\, in his sermon\, examine our existing 7 principles. Additionally\, there will be a great story for the kids\, an d the BUUF Musicians have some really splendid music for us. Bridget Loren z and Holly Garces will be teaching the RE class for children\, with a the me of “widening the circle.” Join on Zoom or come in person. The masks are off\, for now\, and coffee hour is back in!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220227T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220227T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Principled Perspectives” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-principled-perspectives/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/02/Sunday-Service-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Sunday-Servi ce-1.png?fit=410%2C270&ssl=1\;410\;270\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=431%2C284&ssl= 1\;431\;284\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16194@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
People of faith across the world have condemned the e scalation of violence from Russia and have declared steadfast support for Ukraine and its people in the defense of their sovereignty and their democ racy.
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The Parliament of the World’s Religions and The C ommittee of Religious NGOs at the UN\, in partnership with communities of faith\, invite people and communities of faith\, spirituality\, and consci ence to join the “Global Prayers for Ukraine: a multi-faith service for pe ace and freedom in a hurting world.”
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The prayer service will feature prayers from diverse faith expressions upholding peace and f reedom\, share reflections of solidarity with Ukraine and the Ukrainian co mmunity around the world\, call for a peaceful resolution to this conflict \, and listen to messages from our sisters and brothers in Ukraine.
\n< p class='p1'>The interfaith service will be hosted on Thursday\, March 3rd at 12 noon Eastern Time at the United Nations Church Center Chapel\, open to the New York City community in-person and live-streamed to participant s around the world via Zoom\, Facebook\, and YouTube.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220303T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220303T130000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Global Prayers for Ukraine: A multi-faith service for peace and fre edom in a hurting world URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/global-prayers-for-ukraine-a-multi-faith-se rvice-for-peace-and-freedom-in-a-hurting-world/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/03/Screen-Shot-2022-03-01-at-4.09.57-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2022/03/Screen-Shot-2022-03-01-at-4.09.57-PM.png?fit=410%2C228&ssl=1\;410\ ;228\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03 /Screen-Shot-2022-03-01-at-4.09.57-PM.png?fit=1024%2C569&ssl=1\;1024\;569\ ;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Scree n-Shot-2022-03-01-at-4.09.57-PM.png?fit=1800%2C1000&ssl=1\;1800\;1000\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16073@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Be rrien UU Fellowship serves lunch at the Bent on Harbor Soup Kitchen the first Saturday of every month. Berrien UU v olunteers prepare the meal\, greet guests and help clean up the kitchen. T his is a terrific opportunity to serve the greater community\, support our Social Justice mission and enjoy the company of fellow BUUFers and guests at the kitchen. Rev. Jim McConnell\, Harvey Johnson\, Diane Gibbons and o thers generously lead the group in planning the meal and dessert and will gladly find a role for all volunteers\, whether they’ve helped dozens of t imes or this is their first time. Please consider coming to the Soup Kitch en to help\, even if it’s only for an hour or two.
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The Soup Kitche n is located at 233 Michigan Street in Benton Harbor.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220305T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220305T130000 GEO:+42.113705;-86.454624 LOCATION:Benton Harbor Soup Kitchen @ 233 Michigan St\, Benton Harbor\, MI 49022\, USA RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;INTERVAL=2;BYDAY=1SA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Prepare and Serve Lunch at Benton Harbor Soup Kitchen URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/prepare-and-serve-lunch-at-benton-harbor-so up-kitchen-4/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2015/07/soup_kitchen_low_profile.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\; 1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/soup _kitchen_low_profile.png?fit=410%2C115&ssl=1\;410\;115\;1\,large\;https:// i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/soup_kitchen_low_profil e.png?fit=554%2C156&ssl=1\;554\;156\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16169@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\ , March 6th\, the focus of our BUUF worship service is “Courageous Women.” It is also an intergenerational service so the young ones will be in the sanctuary for the whole hour. In the service several BUUFers will share the stories of Courageous women that have influenced their lives and every one\, who wishes\, can take part in an exercise to remember important wom en in their own lives. Plus\, there will be\, as usual\, lots of inspirat ional music. Come in person or Join by Zoom.
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Image Caption: So phia Magdalena Scholl (May 9\, 1921 – February 22\, 1943) was a German student and anti-Nazi political activist\, active within the White Ros e Non-violent resistance group in Nazi Germany\, She was tortured and killed in Stadelheim Prison at the age of 21.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220306T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220306T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Courageous Women” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-courageous-women/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/03/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Sunday-Service .png?fit=250%2C344&ssl=1\;250\;344\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16130@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
“Renewing Faith” is the Small Group Ministry topic i n March. You are invited to attend one of two Small Group sessions this mo nth: Monday\, March 7th from 6-8pm or Tuesday\, March 15th\, from 1-3pm.\n
The March 7th group will be meeting in-person at BUUF\, and there w ill be snacks! The March 15th group meets over Zoom. We are still acceptin g new members into each Chalice Circle.
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Small Group Min istry members are invited to review the monthly packet beforehand and reflect on the readings and q uestions. (To access the for March\, go to berrienuu.org/Fellowship Resources and click on “Sma ll Group Ministry March 2022” to download the packet.) In small group meet ings\, we’ll discuss our reflections in a series of discussion rounds. Unl ike other discussion groups\, in Chalice Circles we do not engage in cross -talk or debate particular points of view. Instead\, we each share our ref lections and honor one another through focused listening. More details on this unique discussion approach can be found in the Participant Guide.
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If yo u’d like to get to know your fellow BUUFers better in a more informal envi ronment\, build connections and explore your spirituality\, Small Group Mi nistry is a great opportunity to do so. You will be encouraged to attend t he same discussion group monthly so that deep connections can be formed. DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220307T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220307T200000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Small Group Ministry (Chalice Circles): “Renewing Faith” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/small-group-ministry-chalice-circles-renewi ng-faith/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/03/Screen-Shot-2022-03-01-at-11.31.34-AM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl= 1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2022/03/Screen-Shot-2022-03-01-at-11.31.34-AM.png?fit=410%2C207&ssl=1\;41 0\;207\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/ 03/Screen-Shot-2022-03-01-at-11.31.34-AM.png?fit=1024%2C517&ssl=1\;1024\;5 17\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Sc reen-Shot-2022-03-01-at-11.31.34-AM.png?fit=1074%2C542&ssl=1\;1074\;542\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16182@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Clark or Nancy Gilpin DESCRIPTION:
All are welcome to attend the Social Justice Committee’s nex t meeting on Wednesday\, March 9 at 7pm.
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Join Zoom Meeting :
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Meeting ID: 891 071 0930
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Agenda – March 9 \, 2022\, at 7:00 pm
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An update on organizations BUUF supports: Cora Lamping Center donations\, Ne ighbors Organizing Against Racism\, the Race Relations Council\, and Inter faith Action of Southwest Michigan.
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A discussion of opportunitie s for supporting the people of Ukraine
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The UU 8^th Pri nciple and its potential implications for the Social Justice Committee
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UUA Principles
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1st Principle: The inherent worth and dignity of every person\ ;
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2nd Principle: Justice\, equity and compassion in human relatio ns\;
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3rd Principle: Acceptance of one another and encouragement t o spiritual growth in our congregations\;
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4th Principle: A free a nd responsible search for truth and meaning\;
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5th Principle: The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congr egations and in society at large\;
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6th Principle: The goal of wor ld community with peace\, liberty\, and justice for all\;
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7th Princip le: Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we ar e a part.
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“We\, the member congregations of the Unitarian Universal ist Association\, covenant to affirm and promote: journeying toward spirit ual wholeness by working to build a diverse multicultural Beloved Communit y by our actions that accountably dismantle racism and other oppressions i n ourselves and our institutions.”
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220309T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220309T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Social Justice Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/social-justice-committee-meeting-14/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16261@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunda y\, March 13th\, we will be addressing the question: “What does Standing o n the Side of Love mean in times of war?” To help us in our discussion\, Dave Sarra\, long time member of BUUF and conscientious objector during th e Vietnam era and Dr. Ronald Barker who served as a artillery officer in V ietnam will talk about the challenges they faced as they chose how to part icipate in that war. They will also share their opinions about what our i nvolvement should be as a country and as individuals in the current confli ct in Ukraine. Additionally\, Joanne Krettek has a really great story for the kids about the world’s refugee crisis. After the story\, Joanne and Te rry Sundstrom will lead an RE class for the children.
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Beth LaFleur and the BUUF Musicians will have more great inspirational music. During t he service a collection will be taken to help the nearly one and a half mi llion refugees that have already fled Ukraine in the face of Russian aggre ssion. This is an important and timely topic\, something we are all strugg ling with. Come in person or join by Zoom. Bring money for the special col lection\, if you can. The kids are also invited to participate in the col lection.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220313T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220313T114500 GEO:+42.039586;-86.476078 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St Joseph\, MI 49085\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Standing on the Side of Love in Times of War” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-standing-on-the-side-of-love -in-times-of-war/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/03/Sunday-Service-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Sunday-Servi ce-1.png?fit=410%2C231&ssl=1\;410\;231\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=1024%2C576&ssl =1\;1024\;576\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2022/03/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=1600%2C900&ssl=1\;1600\;900\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16363@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Once upon a time\, BUUF used to host an annual Cabaret / Auction / Ple dge Appreciation Dinner. Unfortunately\, this hasn’t happened for the past couple of years due to Covid. We are excited to see this event return in May\, 2022! Our President Harvey Johnson has even agreed to be MC / Auctio neer for the event!
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If you would like to help plan food \, decorations and entertainment for the event\, or help with planning the auction\, please join our planning session on Monday\, March 14th at 10am over Zoom.
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Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/976519 75169?pwd=L1NsNDd4cDNrM2dNTTZWcDh0cFdjUT09
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Meeting ID: 976 5197 5169
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If you cannot mak e this meeting or just want to offer suggestions to the team\, please emai l Joanne at office@berrienuu.org.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220314T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220314T113000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:BUUF Cabaret Planning Session URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/buuf-cabaret-planning-session/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/03/cabaret-154609_1280.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,me dium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/cabaret-1 54609_1280.png?fit=245%2C410&ssl=1\;245\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/ berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/cabaret-154609_1280.png?fit=612%2 C1024&ssl=1\;612\;1024\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-conten t/uploads/2022/03/cabaret-154609_1280.png?fit=765%2C1280&ssl=1\;765\;1280\ ; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16157@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:JOANNE M KRETTEK\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
“Renewing Faith” is the Small Group Ministry topic i n March. You are invited to attend one of two Small Group sessions this mo nth: Monday\, March 7th from 6-8pm or Tuesday\, March 15th\, from 1-3pm.\n
The March 7th group will be meeting in-person at BUUF\, and there w ill be snacks! The March 15th group meets over Zoom. We are still acceptin g new members into each Chalice Circle.
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Small Group Min istry members are invited to review the monthly packet beforehand and reflect on the readings and q uestions. (To access the for March\, go to berrienuu.org/Fellowship Resources and click on “Sma ll Group Ministry March 2022” to download the packet.) In small group meet ings\, we’ll discuss our reflections in a series of discussion rounds. Unl ike other discussion groups\, in Chalice Circles we do not engage in cross -talk or debate particular points of view. Instead\, we each share our ref lections and honor one another through focused listening. More details on this unique discussion approach can be found in the Participant Guide.
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If yo u’d like to get to know your fellow BUUFers better in a more informal envi ronment\, build connections and explore your spirituality\, Small Group Mi nistry is a great opportunity to do so. You will be encouraged to attend t he same discussion group monthly so that deep connections can be formed. DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220315T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220315T150000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Small Group Ministry (Chalice Circles) URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/small-group-ministry-chalice-circles-3/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/03/Screen-Shot-2022-03-01-at-11.31.34-AM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl= 1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2022/03/Screen-Shot-2022-03-01-at-11.31.34-AM.png?fit=410%2C207&ssl=1\;41 0\;207\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/ 03/Screen-Shot-2022-03-01-at-11.31.34-AM.png?fit=1024%2C517&ssl=1\;1024\;5 17\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Sc reen-Shot-2022-03-01-at-11.31.34-AM.png?fit=1074%2C542&ssl=1\;1074\;542\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16468@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Brett Maccani\; borisbmac@yahoo.com DESCRIPTION:
The next Welcoming Congregation Committee Meeting will be at 7:00pm on Thursday\, May 16 at BUUF.
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Agenda
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1. Review of WCC activities for 2021
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2. Planning of service and days of recognition
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3. Spe aker’s Bureau for the OutCenter
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4. Other community invo lvement
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5. Open discussion
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Please contact WCC C hair Brett Maccani with any questions.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220316T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220316T203000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Welcoming Congregation Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/welcoming-congregation-committee-meeting-8/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16480@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Lisa Fuller DESCRIPTION:
Our Unitarian Universali st Six Sources is the theme for our March Sunday Services. To welcome the Vernal Equinox\, this Sunday we’ll focus on “Spiritual teachings of Ea rth-centered traditions which celebrate the sacred circle of life and inst ruct us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature.” Join the service L ive or via Zoom to participate in a simplified version of the Greek myth o f Persephone\, daughter of Zeus and Demeter\, goddess of the earth. We wil l play-act in a way that even the most shy participants can easily join in . The story of Demeter & Persephone is a story of mothers and daughters\, and also a story of the seasons. “So often\, our lives reflect the natural world we live in and we can find our answers there\, if we just look\,” s ays Teresa LaPlante\, former BUUF Director of Religious Education and auth or of our play.
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Image Caption: Illustration by Walter Crane\, from “The Story of Greece: told to boys and girls” (1914) by Mary Macgrego r\, Public Domain
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220320T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220320T114500 GEO:+42.039586;-86.476078 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St Joseph\, MI 49085\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Spring Equinox” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-spring-equinox-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/03/Sunday-Service.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Sunday-Service .jpg?fit=308%2C410&ssl=1\;308\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Sunday-Service.jpg?fit=750%2C1000&ssl=1\;75 0\;1000\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16314@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; president@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
There will be a Green Sanctuary Team meeting March 24 at 7 pm v ia ZOOM. The link is below. More info as we get closer. Please provide age nda items that are on your mind.
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We will discuss\;
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Return of Environmental Justice Film April 21 (3^rd Thursday) – please bring suggestions for a Climate Action Film
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Earth Day Fr iday April 22
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Green Sanctuary Sunday Service April 24
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Spring planting and planning
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Mowing Team
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BUUF Building and Grounds maintenance projects
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Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/99653109271?pwd=YUVpY2J5enFCVGQ4TGJNUVdwdWYwUT09
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Meeting ID: 996 5310 9271
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220324T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220324T203000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Green Sanctuary Team Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/green-sanctuary-team-meeting-7/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2020/01/green_sanctuary_logo_-_badge_knockout.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl= 1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2020/01/green_sanctuary_logo_-_badge_knockout.png?fit=308%2C410&ssl=1\;30 8\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/ 01/green_sanctuary_logo_-_badge_knockout.png?fit=750%2C1000&ssl=1\;750\;10 00\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16274@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:

On Tuesday\, March 29th\, The Community Forum for Economic Justice pres ents a study of “Standing Up: Tales of Struggle.” “Standing Up” is inspiri ng literature authored by two people who have dedicated their lives to wor king for the oppressed. Dr. Darryl Heller\, IUSB\, will be on hand to inte rview the authors Ellen Bravo and Larry Miller\, who will be present for t he event. Event details are below\, along with links to sign up for Zoom\, and a review that you might enjoy.
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The Community Forum for Economic Justice presents:
\nA Book D iscussion
\n“Standing Up: Tales of Struggle”
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Stories about the Social Justi ce Movement that inspire and encourage!
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On Tuesday\, March 29th^th 6:00- 8:00 PM\, Dr. Darryl Heller will in terview the authors of the book Standing Up by Ellen Bravo and La rry Miller\, followed by a general discussion
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\n(Brooklyn\, NY: H ard Ball Press\, 2022)
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Ellen Bravo\, a w omen’s rights activist\, was the founder of the Milwaukee Chapter of 9 to 5 and the director of Family Values @ Work. Larry Miller\, a union organi zer and an education activist\, was an editor of Rethinking Education and the President of the Milwaukee School Board.
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As they stand up\, sl ow down\, form unions\, leave an abusive relationship or just stir up good trouble\, the characters in this multi-generation novel entertain and enl ighten\, make us laugh and rage\, and encourage us to love deeply\, that w e may continue the fight for justice. The book details the joy — the enor mous satisfaction of watching people stand up for themselves\, the friends hip and love\, the ever-growing community\, the delight of being present w hen people grow their power and bring about real change.
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Sign up for Zoom Event
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S tanding Up Book Review
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220329T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220329T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:A Book Discussion of “Standing Up: Tales of Struggle” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/a-book-discussion-of-standing-up-tales-of-s truggle/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/03/Standing-Up-Tales-of-Struggle.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\; 150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03 /Standing-Up-Tales-of-Struggle.jpg?fit=265%2C410&ssl=1\;265\;410\;1\,large \;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Standing-Up-T ales-of-Struggle.jpg?fit=323%2C500&ssl=1\;323\;500\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0asnt8e3l4ku1q4nincgb6qfsr@google.com DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
Topic: New Moon Womyn’s Circle
Time: 6:3 0 – 9:00 pm\, Thursday\, March 31
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Janice Zerfas is leading our cir cle this month. We had hoped to offer an in-person meeting plus Zoom sinc e COVID numbers have improved so much\, but some other (less dangerous) bu gs have emerged locally. Janice and I have both been sick this week (Kath arine\, too!) and we know others who have also been sick. So\, just to be safe:
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We’ll meet virtually only this month.
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Usin g a poem & memoir by Joy Harjo as a guided writing prompt\, we’ll continue our theme of mothers (good\, bad\, indifferent\, absent\, etc) from last month. Janice will also share words from Victoria Chang’s collection of l iterary letters and mementos on the art of remembering across generations. For poet Chang\, memory “isn’t something that blooms\, but something that bleeds internally.”
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Join the circle via Zoom:
Enter 6:15 -6:30pm for informal chatting.
Circle is cast at 6:30pm.

https://zoom.us/j/91092292367…
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Meeting ID: 910 9229 2367
Passcode: 877888
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For more information\, feel free to call\, text or email.
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Lisa Fuller
269-470-7379
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Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/kvp-qbov-dxz
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L earn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220331T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220331T210000 LOCATION:ZOOM SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:VIRTUAL ONLY New Moon Womyn’s Circle URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/new-moon-womyns-circle/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16562@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\, April 3rd\, the theme of our BUUF service is “Working Towar ds a Sustainable Future.” It is also an intergenerational service so the y oung ones will remain in the service for the entire hour. For the intergen erational service\, everyone is invited to make a small\, take home flower garden for themselves. Additionally\, Brett Maccani will share a Story fo r all Ages that has to do with Trans visibility\, June Blackwell\, Ralph H eibutzki\, Harvey Johnson\, and Diane Gibbons will each share one thing th ey think we can do\, politically\, environmentally\, technologically\, or spiritually to make a sustainable future. Also\, Rev. Jim McConnell will b ring a message titled: “Putting our Hands to the Plow: A Prescription for Hope” and Beth La Fleur will have some more great music for us.
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Come in person or on Zoom. Bring a friend.
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Aft er the service and a brief Circle Talk\, we will have our Earth Day Lunche on / First-Sunday-of-the-Month Potluck. We hope everyone will stay for thi s. The Ethical Eating and Green Sanctuary teams are hosting the luncheon a nd will bring several vegetarian dishes. However\, all BUUFers are invited to bring a dish of any sort if they so wish. You do not need to bring a d ish to participate in the luncheon. You do not need to attend the service to participate in the luncheon. Just come out and join in the fun! The lun cheon will start at approximately 12 noon.
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Image Caption: “It is critical for us to cultivate consciousness an d compassion towards our environment\, create awareness\, galvanize people \, and build sustainable innovations for sustainable development.” Dia Mizra
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220403T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220403T114500 GEO:+42.039586;-86.476078 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St Joseph\, MI 49085\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Working Towards a Sustainable Future” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-working-towards-a-sustainabl e-future/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/03/Sunday-Service-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Sunday-Servi ce-2.png?fit=410%2C371&ssl=1\;410\;371\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Sunday-Service-2.png?fit=477%2C432&ssl= 1\;477\;432\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16650@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Bridget Lorenz DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\, April 10th\, at 10:30am\, join your fel low BUUFers for Generosity Sunday! BUUF Board Members Bridget Lorenz and D ick Berndt will be kicking off our annual pledge campaign. A few BUUFers w ill offer testimonials as to why they support BUUF financially\, and Silas Lorenz will bring us the Story for All Ages. Rev. Jim McConnell will deli ver a sermon titled “Learning to Let Go\,” and\, as usual\, there will be lots of good music. Join us in person or on Zoom.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220410T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220410T114500 GEO:+42.039586;-86.476078 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St Joseph\, MI 49085\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Generosity Sunday!” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-generosity-sunday-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/04/Screen-Shot-2022-04-05-at-7.39.50-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2022/04/Screen-Shot-2022-04-05-at-7.39.50-PM.png?fit=367%2C410&ssl=1\;367\ ;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04 /Screen-Shot-2022-04-05-at-7.39.50-PM.png?fit=622%2C694&ssl=1\;622\;694\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16675@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Clark Gilpin\; wgilpin@uchicago.edu DESCRIPTION:
The next Social Justice Committee Meeting is scheduled for W ednesday\, April 13 at 7:00pm. The meeting will take place over Zoom. Plea se contact Clark or Nancy Gilpin if you would like to join the meeting. Al l BUUFers are welcome.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220413T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220413T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:BUUF Social Justice Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/buuf-social-justice-committee-meeting-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16838@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
There will be a Green Sanctuary Team Meeting on Thursday\, A pril 14th at 7:00pm via Zoom. The team will discuss:
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April 17th Sunday service speakers
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Return of the monthly Environmental Justice Film
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Scheduling a work session to celebrate Earth Day\n
Spring planting and planning
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Mowing team
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BUUF Building & Grounds maintenance projects
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Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/99653109271?pwd=YUVpY2J5enFCVGQ 4TGJNUVdwdWYwUT09
\nMeeting ID: 996 5310 9271\; Passcode: 732271< /p> DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220414T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220414T203000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Green Sanctuary Team Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/green-sanctuary-team-meeting-8/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16782@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday April 17th the theme of our service is “Green Sanctuary.” It is also Easte r for Christian believers. For the service\, Harvey Johnson and Diane Gibb ons will talk about our Green Sanctuary project\, and Nan Lundeen\, Janice Zerfas\, and Linda Lobik will bring us some special favorite poetry. Addi tionally\, Joanne Krettek has chosen a great Story for All Ages\, Beth and Candace have some great music picked out\, and Rev. Jim will talk a bit a bout a powerful theme that runs through Easter\, Passover\, and the Sustai nability movement. Join on Zoom or come in person for another great servic e.
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We have two fun things planned for children this Sunday. The first is a composting experiment. Please send children with a small contai ner of table scraps for the experiment. We will monitor the experiment on a regular basis to see how organic matter decomposes over time. Next\, we will have an Easter egg hunt! Please bring kids of all ages to the service so they can join in the fun!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220417T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220417T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Green Sanctuary” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-green-sanctuary/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/04/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Sunday-Service .png?fit=410%2C205&ssl=1\;410\;205\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Sunday-Service.png?fit=938%2C469&ssl=1\;938 \;469\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16795@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Brett Maccani\; borisbmac@yahoo.com DESCRIPTION:
The next Welcoming Congregation Committee Meeting will take place over Zoom on Wednesday\, April 20th at 7:00pm.
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Join Zoom Me eting:
\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85080465555?pwd=dlIwMm9tUFZnUUhNYW 1nU0hRZ0Z3Zz09
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Meeting ID: 850 8046 5555
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Please contact Brett Maccani\, Welcoming Congregation Chair\, with any questions.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220420T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220420T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Welcoming Congregation Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/welcoming-congregation-committee-meeting-9/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16820@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; president@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
There will b e a free screening of the movie “Beyond Climate” on Thursday\, April 21st at 7:00pm at Berrien UU Fellowship. Your host will be BUUF president and c o-chair of our Green Sanctuary Team\, Harvey Johnson.
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Free popcorn is available. BYOB encouraged. Doors open at 6:45pm\, and the community i s invited to attend.
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For those concerned with how our diet affects planetary health\, there will be an Ethical Eating Group meeting prior to the film\, beginning at 6pm. If you’d like to join\, please bring a vegan or vegetarian dish to share.
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About the Film:
\n“British Columbia – Canada’s most westerly Province along the Pacific coast – is a hotspot to visualize and experience how global warming affects local envir onments and communities. Heat waves\, droughts\, melting glaciers\, pest o utbreaks\, back-to-back record setting forest fires\, and changes to the o ceans.
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Beyond Climate takes viewers beyond the headlines and into the heart of the issues. The film holistically con nects the larger patterns of climate change with the human dimension\, and what it looks like across BC from the top of the mountains to the depths of the oceans. Shot throughout the province over many years\, the collecti ve wisdom and perspectives of Indigenous leaders\, local communities\, sci entists\, and policymakers are featured.”
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220421T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220421T210000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Environmental Justice Film Screening: “Beyond Climate” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/environmental-justice-film-screening-beyond -climate/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/04/beyond-climate.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/beyond-climate .jpg?fit=410%2C231&ssl=1\;410\;231\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/beyond-climate.jpg?fit=960%2C540&ssl=1\;960 \;540\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16919@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; president@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Join the Gr een Sanctuary Team on Saturday\, April 23 from 1-3pm\, for Green Up / Clea n up (e.g.\, solar system tour\; nature hike to the back of the 5-acre BUU F preserve where there are frogs\; compost bin build\; garden clean up\; e lectric mower lessons\; weeding\; leaf pickup\; or whatever you would like to contribute to beautify the BUUF grounds.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220423T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220423T150000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Green Up / Clean Up Day at BUUF URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/green-up-clean-up-day-at-buuf/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/04/Green-Sanctuary.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium \;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Green-Sanctua ry.png?fit=227%2C224&ssl=1\;227\;224\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16332@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
All BUUF members and friends are invited to a special night of food an d fellowship on Saturday\, April 23rd\, from 6 to 8 PM. A light dinner wil l be provided\, followed by a brief presentation and discussion. Newer vis itors to BUUF are especially encouraged to attend. This is a great opportu nity to to get to know other BUUFers in an informal setting\, learn more o ur fellowship and faith\, and ask questions. Children are invited\, and ch ild care will be provided. Please RSVP to office@berrienuu.org.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220423T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220423T200000 GEO:+42.039586;-86.476078 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St Joseph\, MI 49085\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:UU AllComers Dinner and Discussion URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/uu-allcomers-dinner-and-discussion-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/03/dinner-2814566_1280.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,me dium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/dinner-28 14566_1280.png?fit=410%2C265&ssl=1\;410\;265\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/ berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/dinner-2814566_1280.png?fit=1024% 2C661&ssl=1\;1024\;661\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-conten t/uploads/2022/03/dinner-2814566_1280.png?fit=1280%2C826&ssl=1\;1280\;826\ ; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16906@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\, April 24^th we continue with our th eme of sustainability. The focus of the service is Overcoming Oppressi on\, Both External and Internal.
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Dr.’s Sandy and Larry Feldman will talk about their own experie nces of working to create a just society and also about how to free oursel ves from the self-imposed oppressions occurring in our interior lives. Ad ditionally\, we will have a great Story for All Ages that will tell us how to create happy\, healthy and mentally strong kids\, and lots of really g reat music.
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Come in person or join on Zoom. Bring the kids. There will be an RE class for children d uring the second half of the service\, aligned with this month’s theme of sustainability.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220424T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220424T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Overcoming Oppression\, Both External and Internal ” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-overcoming-oppression-both-e xternal-and-internal/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/04/Sunday-Service-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Sunday-Servi ce-1.png?fit=410%2C226&ssl=1\;410\;226\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=975%2C537&ssl= 1\;975\;537\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16994@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
It’s in the headlines every day. What is Critical Race Theory and why is it under attack? Where did it come from and how can it be used to advance social justice? How might we respond to claims being made about CRT?
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The Birmingham Unitarian Church Racial Just ice team invites you and members of your congregation to attend a presenta tion and Q&A on this momentous topic.
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What Is Critical Race Theory?
\nThursday\, April 28\, 7:00 p.m. on Zoo m
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Speakers:
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Mari lyn Kelly\, Distinguished Jurist in Residence at Wayne State Universit y Law School and former Chief Justice of the Michigan Supreme Court
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Mark Fancher\, Staff Attorney for the Racial Justice Project of the ACLU of Michigan
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Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/92539949130?pwd=Snh1dVFwV3YrcTcxSUtG UWZ4UUt2dz09
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Meeting ID: 925 3994 9130
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Passcode: 250220
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Dial-in: 253-215-8782
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220428T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220428T203000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:“What Is Critical Race Theory?” Presentation URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/what-is-critical-race-theory-presentation/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/04/Screen-Shot-2022-04-19-at-7.46.59-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2022/04/Screen-Shot-2022-04-19-at-7.46.59-PM.png?fit=385%2C410&ssl=1\;385\ ;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04 /Screen-Shot-2022-04-19-at-7.46.59-PM.png?fit=938%2C1000&ssl=1\;938\;1000\ ;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16493@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
RE childre n are invited to spend a fun evening at BUUF while parents enjoy the night off. We will prepare a meal for the children and also work with them on a children’s performance for the BUUF Cabaret (scheduled for May 14). If yo u have suggestions for a song\, dance or both for the children’s performan ce\, please pass them along to Beth La Fleur\, BUUF’s Music Director.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220429T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220429T200000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Spring Parents’ Night Out URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/spring-parents-night-out/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/03/hand-197895_1920.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/hand-197895_ 1920.jpg?fit=410%2C308&ssl=1\;410\;308\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/hand-197895_1920.jpg?fit=1024%2C768&ssl =1\;1024\;768\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2022/03/hand-197895_1920.jpg?fit=1333%2C1000&ssl=1\;1333\;1000\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16807@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Nan Lundeen DESCRIPTION:< /div>
A special Braver Angels virtual workshop designed for the Great La kes Region is right around the corner. Join on April 30th for “Bridging th e Divide on Climate Solutions Workshop” to help build your communication s kills in order to talk more constructively with others about climate chang e solutions.
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\n11am-1:30pm ET
\nVir tual workshop on Zoom
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Public opinion polling shows that more and m ore Americans are concerned about climate change. The Great Lakes region i s being affected by flooding and drought\, and stronger storms. However\, there remains strong disagreement about what we should do about it. Many c limate advocates believe that aggressive government intervention is requir ed. Others argue that radical climate policies will cause greater economic and social harm than will be caused by climate change. You’ll come away f rom the workshop with the tools and practice to get through conversation g ridlock.
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Learn more and register here.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220430T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220430T133000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Bridging the Divide on Climate Solutions Workshop URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/bridging-the-divide-on-climate-solutions-wo rkshop/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/04/Screen-Shot-2022-04-12-at-4.51.36-PM.png?resize=150%2C114&ssl=1 \;150\;114\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2022/04/Screen-Shot-2022-04-12-at-4.51.36-PM.png?fit=410%2C64&ssl=1\;410\; 64\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/S creen-Shot-2022-04-12-at-4.51.36-PM.png?fit=736%2C114&ssl=1\;736\;114\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16967@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The focus for this Sunday’s worship is “Friendship.” Everyone is invited to bring a friend to church. Additionally\, it is also our monthly intergenerational service\, so the kids will be with us the whole hour. To prepare for the i ntergenerational activity\, please bring one interesting fact about yourse lf that is known to very few people. We will have cards on which to write your fact. For the kids\, an interesting fact could be something like: “I like horses” or “I like to go to visit my Gramma.” or “I do math better th an anyone in my class.” For the adults your fact could be something like: “When no one is around\, I have conversations with my dog” or “I have flow n a supersonic jet fighter” or “My favorite hobby is hiking in wilderness areas.” This service is all about getting to know one another better and m aybe making some new friends.
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See you there on Zoom or in person. Bring the kids!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220501T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220501T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Friendship” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-friendship/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/04/Sunday-Service-2.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Sunday-Servi ce-2.png?fit=410%2C262&ssl=1\;410\;262\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Sunday-Service-2.png?fit=608%2C389&ssl= 1\;608\;389\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:7s2h9b6q318a1k65g27gb1lq7i@google.com DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
Dear Ones\,
Gather 6:30-9:00 pm\, Sunday evening\, May 1\, in person at BUUF or virtually via Zoom to celebrate the New Moon and explore intentions for the coming month.
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Arrive at BUUF or join Zoom 6:15-6:30pm to settle in.
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Circle is cast at 6:30pm.
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< b>https://zoom.us/j/9109229236 7...
Meeting ID: 910 9229 2367
Passcode: 877888
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For more information\, feel free to call\, text or email Lisa Fuller\ , 269-470-7379
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Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/koh- txvw-nuf
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Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/us ers/answer/9282720
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220501T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220501T210000 LOCATION:4340 Lincoln Ave\, St Joseph\, MI 49085\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:New Moon Womyn’s Circle URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/new-moon-womyns-circle-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17068@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Lisa Fuller DESCRIPTION:
Last Sunday’s service explored the topic of creating and deepen ing connections with friends. This Sunday’s service goes a step further. H ow do we proceed when inevitable conflicts arise\, especially among member s of our fellowship? How can our principles and covenant inform us as we e valuate the situation and work toward an ethical\, fair and loving resolut ion?
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Lisa Fuller will lead this Sunday’s service and introduce the service topic. Joanne Krettek will share some tools and resources for rem aining in relationship with one another while resolving disagreements. As usual\, our Music Director Beth La Fleur is planning some beautiful music\ , while other BUUFers will bring us readings\, the Story for All Ages and the RE class for children. (Note: Children will be practicing the song and skit they will perform at the May 14th cabaret. As in prior weeks\, child ren are encouraged to bring an offering of kitchen scraps for our compost bin.)
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Join us in person or on Zoom\, as we explore strategies to m aintain and protect our sacred family ties\, friendships\, and this UU con gregation.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220508T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220508T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Sacred Covenant” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-sacred-covenant/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/05/Screen-Shot-2022-05-03-at-11.04.02-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl= 1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2022/05/Screen-Shot-2022-05-03-at-11.04.02-PM.png?fit=410%2C275&ssl=1\;41 0\;275\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/ 05/Screen-Shot-2022-05-03-at-11.04.02-PM.png?fit=966%2C648&ssl=1\;966\;648 \;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17201@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Clark Gilpin\; wgilpin@uchicago.edu DESCRIPTION:
The BUUF Social Justice Committee will meet on Zoom this com ing Wednesday\, May 11\, at 7:00 pm. The main item on the agenda is decidi ng on a recommendation to the board and congregation about the allocation of earnings for social justice initiatives from the fellowship’s restricte d endowment for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. Clark Gilpin will send out a Zo om link for the meeting. If you are not on the Social Justice Committee em ail list and would like to attend the meeting\, please email Clark at wgil pin@uchicago.edu for the Zoom link.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220511T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220511T200000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Social Justice Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/social-justice-committee-meeting-15/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-16455@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joanne Krettek\; office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Af ter taking a break for two years\, we are happy to once again host our ann ual BUUF Cabaret on Saturday\, May 14th! The cabaret is a great evening of food\, fun and optional bidding on auctioned items. BUUF President Harvey Johnson has already agreed to serve as MC and Auctioneer for the event. P roceeds from the event will go towards the future construction of a pavili on on BUUF’s property.
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Casual mingling and viewin g of silent auction items will begin at 5:00pm. Dinner will be served at 5 :30pm. (BUUF will provide both a meat and a vegan main dish\, while volunt eers will be asked to bring side dishes.) At 6:00\, we will begin our live entertainment interspersed with a live auction of select items. Remaining items will be included in the silent auction.
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Ev eryone is encouraged to sign up for a 3-5 minute performance in the cabare t (including children!). Musical acts are welcome\, as are poetry or drama tic readings\, skits\, jokes\, dance performances\, etc. To ensure everyon e has the opportunity to participate\, please limit your solo act to one p er person. (However\, feel free to participate in more than one group perf ormance.) Our Music Director\, Beth La Fleur\, will be lining up acts and assisting with special performance needs. Please email Beth (music@berrienuu.org ) with the name of your act\, the type (dance\, vocals\, etc.) and any special needs such as a screen for slides\, microphone\, an amplifier for instruments\, an accompanist\, etc. Please notify Beth of your pe rformance by Sunday\, May 1st. Note: If you are interested in par ticipating but don’t have an act in mind\, let Beth know as she will be or ganizing a few group acts.
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The performance and au ction portions of this event will be hybrid (in person and over Zoom.) We invite even those at home to participate. We will stream your performance on the large screen monitor\, and you can view stage performances via Zoom .
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BUUFers are also invited to donate items for bo th the live and silent auctions. A variety of items are welcome\, such as artwork\, gift cards/certificates\, good quality household items\, gift ba skets\, services (e.g.\, dance lessons)\, special breads or desserts\, toy s or games\, etc. Minimum value of $10 please. We ask that all ite ms are donated by Sunday\, May 1st\, so our auction team of Harvey Johnson \, Nancy Gilpin and Julie Williams have time to sort items and choose cert ain ones for the live vs. silent auction.
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\nPlans are to wrap up our pledge campaign around May 13th\, so this event will also serve as a pledge appreciation / celebration event. The board w ill be announcing the results of the campaign and thanking members who ple dged.
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While this event will not be advertised to the public\, BUUFers may choose to invite friends or family members to att end the event or even perform. This is a great opportunity to introduce po tential BUUFers to all the fun and creativity in our fellowship. (Note: Ch ild care will be provided during the event\, as needed.)
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Please RSVP by emailing Joanne at office@berrienuu.org by M ay 1st. The RSVPs will help us ensure enough food and drinks are available. There will also be three sign-up sheets at BUUF starting this c oming Sunday:
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RSVP to the dinner and auction
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Si gn up to perform
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Register one or more items for the auction
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We hope as many BUUFers as possible will attend. We haven’t been able to party like this in over two years!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220514T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220514T203000 GEO:+42.039586;-86.476078 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St Joseph\, MI 49085\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:BUUF Cabaret / Auction / Pledge Appreciation Dinner URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/buuf-cabaret-auction-pledge-appreciation-di nner/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/03/burlesque-4502247_1920.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\ ,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/burles que-4502247_1920.jpg?fit=308%2C410&ssl=1\;308\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.w p.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/burlesque-4502247_1920.jpg? fit=750%2C1000&ssl=1\;750\;1000\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17188@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Brett Maccani DESCRIPTION:
Join us this Sunday\, May 10th\, for a special service planned by Brett M accani and the Welcoming Congregation Committee. We will be recognizing th e International Day Against Homophobia\, Biphobia and Transphobia (observe d on May 17th). Rev. Clark Gilpin will deliver the sermon: “Learning How t o Dance Again.” We will also enjoy some terrific non-traditional music and a hymn sung by our RE children.
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After the Story for All Ages (“I Am Jazz”)\, the children will attend an RE class. (This will involve a pla nting project. Also\, children are once again invited to bring a container of table scraps for our compost bin.)
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Join us in person or on Zoo m!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220515T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220515T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Welcoming Congregation: Creating Space for LGBTQ+ People” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-welcoming-congregation-creat ing-space-for-lgbtq-people/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/05/IDAHTB-Facebook-Twitter-Web.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;15 0\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/I DAHTB-Facebook-Twitter-Web.jpg?fit=410%2C231&ssl=1\;410\;231\;1\,large\;ht tps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/IDAHTB-Facebook-T witter-Web.jpg?fit=1024%2C576&ssl=1\;1024\;576\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com /berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/IDAHTB-Facebook-Twitter-Web.jpg? fit=1778%2C1000&ssl=1\;1778\;1000\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17266@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Diane Gibbons\; gmad50@comcast.net DESCRIPTION:< /div>
Our monthly Ethical Eating Group pitch-in dinner will be this Thur sday\, May 19th at Berrien UU Fellowship. All BUUFers are invited to atten d. Weather permitting\, we will eat outdoors!
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Please bring a veget arian or vegan dish to share. Families\, friends and newcomers are welcome even if they don’t bring food to share!
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There is no official agen da for the evening. Just come\, relax\, enjoy good conversation and yummy food!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220519T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220519T193000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Ethical Eating Group Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/ethical-eating-group-meeting-6/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/05/victoria-shes-4MEL9XS-3JQ-unsplash.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\; 150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/20 22/05/victoria-shes-4MEL9XS-3JQ-unsplash.jpg?fit=410%2C274&ssl=1\;410\;274 \;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/vic toria-shes-4MEL9XS-3JQ-unsplash.jpg?fit=1024%2C685&ssl=1\;1024\;685\;1\,fu ll\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/victoria-sh es-4MEL9XS-3JQ-unsplash.jpg?fit=1494%2C1000&ssl=1\;1494\;1000\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17284@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Lisa Fuller\; lmfuller0116@gmail.com DESCRIPTION:
Can someone who does not see themself represented in a congregat ion still find a spiritual home there? The leaders of Black Lives of Unita rian Universalism tell us it can be really hard to worship as a Black pers on in an all or mostly white space. How can BUUF make it easier?
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L isa Fuller will be the service leader and deliver this Sunday’s message. R ev. Jim will be back at BUUF with a Story for All Ages\, and Lisa Quinlan- Heibutzki will share a reading from American author and social activist be ll hooks.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220522T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220522T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Creating Space for BIPOC People” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-creating-space-for-bipoc-peo ple/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/05/Screen-Shot-2022-05-17-at-9.17.36-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2022/05/Screen-Shot-2022-05-17-at-9.17.36-PM.png?fit=410%2C263&ssl=1\;410\ ;263\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05 /Screen-Shot-2022-05-17-at-9.17.36-PM.png?fit=1024%2C657&ssl=1\;1024\;657\ ;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Scree n-Shot-2022-05-17-at-9.17.36-PM.png?fit=1216%2C780&ssl=1\;1216\;780\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17327@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Brett Maccani\; borisbmac@yahoo.com DESCRIPTION:
The May Welcoming Congregation Committee meeting will take p lace on Wednesday\, May 25th at 7pm on Zoom.
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Items for discussion:
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The 6/26/22 Pride Service plan
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The Pride Fest Ev ent on 6/25/22
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OutCenter involvement
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Plan idea for fut ure WCC service
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Open discussion
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If you would lik e to attend and are not already a committee member\, please contact Commit tee Chair Brett Maccani for the Zoom link.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220525T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220525T203000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Welcoming Congregation Committee Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/welcoming-congregation-committee-meeting-10 / X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17339@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\ , May 29th\, the theme of our service is Conflict Management. Rev. Jim McC onnell will\, in his sermon titled: “The Greatest Battles are Fought Wi thin\,” talk about how to address the raging division in our country’s current culture wars and also how to fight the inner conflicts we need to address if we are to move towards more mature and balanced lives. Additio nally\, Dennis and Ellen Higdon will talk about conflict resolution in mar riage\, Gloria Weberg will officiate for our Fabric of Life Ceremony\, and Beth La Fleur will have some more great music. Come in person or join on Zoom.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220529T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220529T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Conflict Management” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-conflict-management/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/05/Sunday-Service.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Sunday-Service .png?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Sunday-Service.png?fit=1024%2C682&ssl=1\;10 24\;682\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17416@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Candace Onweller DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220531T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220531T153000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Private Event / Music Lessons URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/private-event-music-lessons/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17358@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Lisa Fuller\; 269-470-7379\; lmfuller0116@gmail.com DESCRIPTION:
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Gather in Cir cle with other women and celebrate the new moon 6:30-9:00 pm\, Tuesday\ , May 31. **Because BUUF’s building is not available Tuesday evenings ** we’ll meet in person at the home of Lisa Fuller (499 August Dr\, BH) \, and virtually via Zoom.
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Janice Zerfas will lead us in a w riting activity based on the book Dear Memory\, by Victoria Chang. Brin g your favorite writing device and\, for inspiration\, a photo of an impor tant woman in your life.
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Arrive at 6:15-6:30pm to settle in .
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Circle is cast at 6:30pm.
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https://zoom.us/j/91092292367...
\nMeeting ID: 910 922 9 2367
\nPasscode: 877888
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Lisa Fuller’s address is 499 Aug ust Drive\, Benton Harbor.
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\nFor more information\, feel free to call\, text or email Lisa Fuller\, 269-470-7379
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220531T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220531T210000 GEO:+42.078737;-86.465235 LOCATION:Fuller Home @ 499 August Dr\, Benton Harbor\, MI 49022\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:New Moon Womyn’s Group May Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/new-moon-womyns-group-may-meeting/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/05/javier-allegue-barros-55bVEzGVnzY-unsplash.jpg?resize=150%2C150 &ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/up loads/2022/05/javier-allegue-barros-55bVEzGVnzY-unsplash.jpg?fit=274%2C410 &ssl=1\;274\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/upl oads/2022/05/javier-allegue-barros-55bVEzGVnzY-unsplash.jpg?fit=669%2C1000 &ssl=1\;669\;1000\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17440@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Candace Onweller DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220601T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220601T153000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Private Event / Music Lessons URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/private-event-music-lessons-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17452@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Candace Onweller DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220601T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220601T200000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Private Event / Music Lessons URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/private-event-music-lessons-3/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17464@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Candace Onweller DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220602T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220602T150000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Private Event / Music Lessons URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/private-event-music-lessons-4/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17476@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Candace Onweller DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220602T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220602T200000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Private Event / Music Lessons URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/private-event-music-lessons-5/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17488@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Candace Onweller DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220603T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220603T210000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Private Event / Music Recital URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/private-event-music-recital/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17254@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; president@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The first Sunday in June is set aside for our annual congreg ational meeting\, which takes the place of our Sunday service. During the annual meeting\, we elect new members of the board\, endowment and nominat ing committees. We also review and vote on any proposed amendments to the bylaws or any special requests for funds from the endowment.
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All B UUF members and friends are welcome to attend the meeting. In addition\, a nyone who pledged during the 2021/22 pledge campaign (last spring’s campai gn) by May 5th of this year will be eligible to vote. Those who newly pled ged for the coming year (2022/23 pledge campaign) will be eligible to vote at next year’s annual meeting (June 4\, 2023).
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A list of eligible voting members\, as well as committee or team reports and any proposed amendments or special endowment requests\, a re being added to our website this week. Please check back daily in order to review materia ls prior to the annual meeting. Completed reports are available here.
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According to our bylaws\, a member entitled to vote at a membership meeting or to expre ss consent or dissent without a meeting may authorize other persons to act for the member by proxy. A proxy shall be signed by the member or the mem ber’s authorized agent or representative and shall not be valid after the expiration of three years\, unless otherwise provided in the proxy. A prox y is revocable at the pleasure of the member executing it except as otherw ise provided by statute.
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This year’s annual meeting will be hybrid . Both virtual and in-person participants may comment\, ask questions and vote. Following the meeting\, we will hold our usual first-Sunday-of-the-m onth potluck. Please direct any questions to Harvey Johnson at president@b errienuu.org or Joanne Krettek at office@berrienuu.org. Hope to see you th ere for our annual exercise in democracy!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220605T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220605T120000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Annual Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/annual-meeting-4/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17506@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Candace Onweller DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220605T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220606T200000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Private Event / Music Recital URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/private-event-music-recital-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17796@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\ , June 12th\, we are going to celebrate Parents’ Day at BUUF. It will be a n intergenerational service\, so the kids will be with us for the whole ho ur. Our intergenerational activity is making a card for your parents or so meone who has an important influence in your life. Everyone is invited mak e a card even if your parents are no longer living. Additionally\, Leanne Thomas and Judy Peele will share their thoughts on fatherhood\, and Rev. J im McConnell will deliver a sermon titled: “The Greatest Thing You Can Do for a Child.” Join on Zoom or attend in person.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220612T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220612T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Parents’ Day at BUUF” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-parents-day-at-buuf/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/06/SUNDAY-SERVICE.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\ ;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/SUNDAY-SERVICE .png?fit=410%2C205&ssl=1\;410\;205\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu. org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/SUNDAY-SERVICE.png?fit=600%2C300&ssl=1\;600 \;300\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17981@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Diane Gibbons\; gmad50@comcast.net DESCRIPTION:

The next Ethical Eating Group Meeting takes place on Thursday\, June 16 th\, at BUUF. We will be meeting indoors unless the heat breaks and it is a pleasant evening for being outside. Everyone is invited to bring a vegan or vegetarian dish to pass. If you are a first-time participant\, don’t w orry about bringing a meal. Just stop by and sample the food!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220616T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220616T190000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Ethical Eating Group Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/ethical-eating-group-meeting-7/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/03/vegetable-skewer-3317060_1920.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\; 150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03 /vegetable-skewer-3317060_1920.jpg?fit=410%2C262&ssl=1\;410\;262\;1\,large \;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/vegetable-ske wer-3317060_1920.jpg?fit=1024%2C655&ssl=1\;1024\;655\;1\,full\;https://i0. wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/vegetable-skewer-3317060_1 920.jpg?fit=1920%2C1228&ssl=1\;1920\;1228\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17828@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:JOANNE M KRETTEK\; DRE@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
“Celebrating Blessings” is the Small Group Ministry t opic in June. You are invited to attend one of two Small Group sessions th is month: Friday\, June 17th from 6:20-8:30pm or Tuesday\, June 21st\, fro m 1-3pm.
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The June 17th group will be meeting in-person at BUUF\, a nd there will be snacks! The June 21st group meets over Zoom. We are still accepting new members into each Chalice Circle.
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Small Group Ministry members are invited to review the monthly packet beforehand and reflect on the readings and questions. (To acces s the discussion packet for June\, go to berrienuu.org/Fellowship Resources and click on “Small Group Ministry June 2022” to download the packet.) In small group meeting s\, we’ll discuss our reflections in a series of discussion rounds. Unlike other discussion groups\, in Chalice Circles we do not engage in cross-ta lk or debate particular points of view. Instead\, we each share our reflec tions and honor one another through focused listening. More details on thi s unique discussion approach can be found in the Participant Guide.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220617T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220617T203000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Small Group Ministry (Chalice Circles): “Celebrating Blessings” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/small-group-ministry-chalice-circles-celebr ating-blessings/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/06/Screen-Shot-2022-06-07-at-7.39.52-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2022/06/Screen-Shot-2022-06-07-at-7.39.52-PM.png?fit=410%2C219&ssl=1\;410\ ;219\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06 /Screen-Shot-2022-06-07-at-7.39.52-PM.png?fit=1024%2C547&ssl=1\;1024\;547\ ;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Scree n-Shot-2022-06-07-at-7.39.52-PM.png?fit=1142%2C610&ssl=1\;1142\;610\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-18019@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
< p>The theme for this Sunday the 19^th is: Leaning into the Li ght and is based on the position of the earth’s Northern Hemisphere re lative to the Sun on the Summer Solstice. Rev. Jim McConnell will\, in bot h the SFAA and the sermon\, use the Windigo myth of the Potawatomi peoples to talk about the spiritual struggle between Light and Dark in the Human Spirit and how we can see the environmental footprint of Windigo in deforested hillsides\, tailings ponds\, coal strip mines\, dying c oral reefs\, epidemics of heart disease\, diabetes\, and the exploitation of the resources of developing countries by first world powers.
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T his Sunday will NOT be an intergenerational service. There will be an outd oor RE class for children\, weather permitting. See you Sunday in person o r over Zoom!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220619T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220619T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Summer Solstice: Leaning into the Light” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-summer-solstice-leaning-into -the-light/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/06/summer-solstice-2433807_1920.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;1 50\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/ summer-solstice-2433807_1920.png?fit=410%2C231&ssl=1\;410\;231\;1\,large\; https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/summer-solstice -2433807_1920.png?fit=1024%2C576&ssl=1\;1024\;576\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp. com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/summer-solstice-2433807_1920. png?fit=1778%2C1000&ssl=1\;1778\;1000\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-18045@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; president@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The Ju ne BUUF Board Meeting will take place in person at Berrien UU Fellowship. A Zoom link will also be provided for those who choose to join virtually.< /p>\n
At BUUF’s annual meeting\, several members had questions\, concern s and suggestions regarding the proposed 2022-23 budget. Members also aske d to see the most recent financial reports for the current fiscal year. Th ose reports have now been uploaded to our website.
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BUUF’s Income & Expense Report YTD
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BUUF’ s Balance Sheet YTD
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Members and Friends are invited to the Boa rd Meeting to listen in and offer insights as the Board discusses the prop osed budget. Join in person or over Zoom.
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Join Zoom Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 927 9330 4987\; Pass code: 423010
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220620T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220620T203000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:June BUUF Board Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/june-buuf-board-meeting-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/06/pexels-pixabay-53621.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,m edium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/pexels-p ixabay-53621.jpg?fit=410%2C241&ssl=1\;410\;241\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.co m/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/pexels-pixabay-53621.jpg?fit=10 24%2C603&ssl=1\;1024\;603\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-con tent/uploads/2022/06/pexels-pixabay-53621.jpg?fit=1698%2C1000&ssl=1\;1698\ ;1000\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-18122@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Brett Maccani DESCRIPTION:
This Sunday\, June 26th at 10:30am\, we will have a Pride Celebration d uring our regular Sunday service. Because Pride is for everyone\, the serv ice will be intergenerational (for both children and adults). Oliver Rojas -Lion will light the chalice and his mother Katharine Lion will lead a Sto ry/March for All Ages. Brett Maccani\, Chair of our Welcoming Congregation Committee\, will deliver an all-ages message entitled “The Color of Our P rinciples.” We will also enjoy special Pride-themed music throughout the s ervice. Join us in person or on Zoom\, and be sure to bring the kids!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220626T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220626T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Pride Celebration” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-pride-celebration/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/06/pride-7234588_1280.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,med ium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/pride-7234 588_1280.png?fit=410%2C287&ssl=1\;410\;287\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/be rrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/pride-7234588_1280.png?fit=1024%2C7 17&ssl=1\;1024\;717\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/u ploads/2022/06/pride-7234588_1280.png?fit=1280%2C896&ssl=1\;1280\;896\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-17904@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Lisa Fuller\; lmfuller0116@gmail.com DESCRIPTION:
Gather 6:30-9:00 pm\, Monday evening\, June 27\, in person at BU UF or virtually via Zoom to celebrate the New Moon and explore intentions for the coming month.
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Arrive at BUUF or join Zoom 6:15-6:30pm to s ettle in.
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Circle is cast at 6:30pm.
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https://zoom.us/j/91092292367...
\nMeeting ID: 910 9229 2367
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For more information\, feel free to call\, te xt or email Lisa Fuller\, 269-470-7379
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220627T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220627T210000 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:New Moon Womyn’s Circle URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/new-moon-womyns-circle-3/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/06/hannah-busing-Zyx1bK9mqmA-unsplash-2.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 \;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2022/06/hannah-busing-Zyx1bK9mqmA-unsplash-2.jpg?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\ ;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06 /hannah-busing-Zyx1bK9mqmA-unsplash-2.jpg?fit=1024%2C683&ssl=1\;1024\;683\ ;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/hanna h-busing-Zyx1bK9mqmA-unsplash-2.jpg?fit=1500%2C1000&ssl=1\;1500\;1000\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-18232@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
This Sunda y\, July 3rd\, is an intergenerational service. So\, the children will be with us the whole hour. Holly Garces\, Rachel Reed\, and Katharine Lion ar e designing an activity for young and old alike that will help us deal wit h summertime stress. Rev. Jim McConnell will deliver a sermon titled “Tige rs R Us” based on the old Zen parable about two tigers and a strawberry\, and the BUUF Musicians will have some more great music. Additionally\, we will honor Conner DeGraaf on his recent graduation from high school. Conne r will share some of his thoughts about starting a new phase of Life.
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Come in person or join on Zoom. Sunday mornings at a BUUF are great f or relieving stress.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220703T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220703T114500 LOCATION:Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Tigers R Us” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-tigers-r-us/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/06/Sunday-Service-1.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,mediu m\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Sunday-Servi ce-1.png?fit=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrie nuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Sunday-Service-1.png?fit=612%2C408&ssl= 1\;612\;408\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-18284@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Reverend Jim McConnell\; minister@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
The theme for this Su nday\, July 10th\, is: “Honoring the Divinity Within.” Judy Peelle\ , Gloria Weberg\, Emily Bettencourt and others will share their experience as therapists\, counselors\, and social workers with helping others recla im their Divine Sparks. Additionally\, Rev. Jim McConnell will share a mes sage with the children in the Story for All Ages\, Beth LaFleur and Judy Peelle will have some great music\, and there will be lots of great conversation during the Coffee Hour. What better way to kindle your Divine Spark than to spend Sunday morning at BUUF. Come in person or join by Zoo m.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220710T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220710T114500 LOCATION:Berrien UU Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service: “Honoring the Divinity Within” URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-honoring-the-divinity-within / X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/07/image.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https:// i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/image.png?fit=410%2C255 &ssl=1\;410\;255\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/upl oads/2022/07/image.png?fit=975%2C606&ssl=1\;975\;606\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:20220719T190000-3kuntu01u6p5d5ou5gv51t7c6m@google.com DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220719T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220719T220000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Spiritual Frontiers Facility Rental URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/spiritual-frontiers-facility-rental-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-18136@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Jeff Green\; 815 325 5448 DESCRIPTION:
Our next Green Sanctuary / Ethical Eating Dinner & Discussion i s scheduled for Thursday\, July 21st at 6:00pm. Member Jeff Green has gene rously offered to host the meeting at his summer cottage on Magician Lake. Following dinner\, Jeff will provide a tour of his new heat pump system ( described in Jeff’s Green Sanctuary column earlier this month). His modern heat pump is saving energy and\, in addition to cutting costs\, is also h elping to fight climate change.
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Please bring a vegan or vegetarian dish to share with the group. If you are a first-time participant\, do no t feel obligated to bring a dish….just join in and sample the food! Even o mnivores can enjoy the dinner and Jeff’s educational presentation.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220721T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220721T200000 GEO:+42.064068;-86.158624 LOCATION:Jeff Green's Summer Cottage @ 30876 Polk Rd\, Dowagiac\, MI 49047\ , USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Green Sanctuary / Ethical Eating Dinner & Discussion URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/green-sanctuary-ethical-eating-dinner-discu ssion/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/06/Screen-Shot-2022-06-21-at-11.04.07-PM.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl= 1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads /2022/06/Screen-Shot-2022-06-21-at-11.04.07-PM.png?fit=410%2C385&ssl=1\;41 0\;385\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/ 06/Screen-Shot-2022-06-21-at-11.04.07-PM.png?fit=714%2C670&ssl=1\;714\;670 \;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-18336@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
Gather Wednesday July 27\, 6:30-9:00 pm\, in person at BUUF\ , or join virtually via Zoom\, to celebrate the New Moon and explore inten tions for the coming month. Leanne will lead us in a drawing meditation\, and Janice will lead us in a poetry writing exercise.
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Arrive at lo cation (TBD) or join Zoom 6:15-6:30pm to settle in.
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Circle is cast at 6:30pm.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220727T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220727T210000 LOCATION:Berrien UU Fellowship SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:New Moon Womyn’s Group URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/new-moon-womyns-group/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-18547@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
Join us right after service. Bring a dish to share\, or just show up and enjoy what’s there!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220807T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220807T133000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:BUUF Potluck URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/buuf-potluck/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-18463@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Brett Maccani\; borrisbmac@yahoo.com DESCRIPTION:
Brett Maccani is working with OutCenter di rector Mary Jo Schnell to develop plans for training members of a “ speakers bureau” to attend public meetings\, such as school boards and cit y councils\, in support of LGBTQ+ persons. Mary Jo will hold a training se ssion with video for interested BUUF members at 11:30 on Wednesday\, Augus t 10. The session will be held at BUFF and last 60 to 90 minutes. Lunch will be provided.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220810T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220810T130000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Speakers Bureau & Lunch URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/lgbtq-speakers-bureau-lunch/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-18646@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Lisa Fuller\; 269-470-7379\; lmfuller0116@gmail.com DESCRIPTION:
Gather < b>Friday\, August 26\, 6:30-9:00pm in person a t BUUF or join virtually via Zoom to celebrate the New Moon and explore in tentions for the coming month. Holly and Katharine will lead . Arrive at BUUF or join Zoom 6:15-6:30pm to settle in.
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Circle is cast at 6:30pm. For more information\, feel free to call\, text or email Lisa Fuller\, 269-470-7379 lmfuller0116@gmail.com
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220826T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220826T210000 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:New Moon Womyn’s Circle URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/buuf-womyns-circle/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-18622@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Bridget Lorenz DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220918T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220918T163000 GEO:+42.039589;-86.476157 LOCATION:BUUF @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St Joseph\, MI 49085\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:All God’s Children Choir practice URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/all-gods-children-choir-practice/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-18741@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
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In their message for this Sunday\, “The Sacred In the In Between\,” Drs. Sandy and Larry Feldman will explore how the work of th e existentialist philosopher/theologian\, Martin Buber (I and Thou) has in fluenced their practice of psychotherapy. Additionally\, Dr. Clark Gilpin will share a piece titled “Martin Buber and the Experience of the Self” in which he explores how Buber’s though has influenced the way we think of o urselves. If you are the kind of person who likes the big questions that L ife presents us with such as Who am I?…How can I best participate in Life? …etc.\, this may be a service for you. We will also have an interesting an d timely message for the kids and a lot of great music. Join in person or on Zoom. All are welcome!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220925T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220925T120000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:The Sacred In the In Between URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/18741/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/09/Screen-Shot-2022-09-20-at-1.39.23-PM.png?resize=410%2C210&ssl=1 \;410\;210\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/202 2/09/Screen-Shot-2022-09-20-at-1.39.23-PM.png?resize=410%2C210&ssl=1\;410\ ;210\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Sc reen-Shot-2022-09-20-at-1.39.23-PM.png?resize=410%2C210&ssl=1\;410\;210\,f ull\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Screen-Sho t-2022-09-20-at-1.39.23-PM.png?resize=410%2C210&ssl=1\;410\;210 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-18775@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Lisa Fuller\; 269-470-7379\; lmfuller0116@gmail.com DESCRIPTION:
Dear Ones\,
\nGather Monday September 26\, 6: 30-9:00 pm in person or join virtually via Zoom to celebrate the New Moon and explore intentions for the coming month. Katharine will provide adult coloring & markers & coloring pencils for a light activity.
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Arrive in person or join Zoom 6:15-6:30pm to settle in.
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Circle is cast a t 6:30pm.
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For more information please call\, text or email Lisa Fu ller. 269-470-7379
\nlmfuller0116@gmail.com
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New Moon Womyn’s Circle is a Berrien Unitarian Universalist Fellowship event for BUUF memb ers and friends who identify as female.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220926T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220926T210000 LOCATION:Contact Lisa Fuller for Venue & Zoom info SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:New Moon Womyn’s Circle URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/new-moon-womyns-circle-4/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2022/09/015-FW-D004-breathe-flowers-paisley-coloring-page.webp?resize=1 50%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-co ntent/uploads/2022/09/015-FW-D004-breathe-flowers-paisley-coloring-page.we bp?fit=300%2C300&ssl=1\;300\;300\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-18803@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; president@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Fun with friends! Enjoy our potluck picnic. Go on a nature w alk on the property\, and play a round of frisbee golf. Let’s enjoy being together in the beautiful fall weather after service.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221002T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221002T140000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:BUUF Picnic URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/buuf-picnic/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-18634@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Bridget Lorenz DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221002T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221002T163000 GEO:+42.039589;-86.476157 LOCATION:BUUF @ 4340 Lincoln Ave\, St Joseph\, MI 49085\, USA SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:All God’s Children Choir practice URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/all-gods-children-choir-practice-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-18723@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Diane Gibbons DESCRIPTION:
Join us after service for an omnivorous chili cook-off. Brin g your best chili and your appetite!
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221016T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221016T133000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Chili Cook-Off URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/chili-cook-off/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-18944@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Beth La Fleur\; balafleur08@gmail.com DESCRIPTION:
Introducing the first ever BUUF Karaoke Night!
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Saturday\, Nov 12 – 6-8 PM
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Welcome to all ages and abilities
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No need to sign up\, just show with a song in mind or else we will have a list of songs to choose from. Friends and family welcome! Snacks and non-alcoholic beverag es will be provided. BYOB for anything else. Contact Beth La Fleur at bala fleur08@gmail.com with any questions.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221112T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221112T200000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:First Ever BUUF Karaoke Night URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/first-ever-buuf-karaoke-night/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2015/07/musical-notes.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\; https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/musical-notes.j pg?fit=410%2C310&ssl=1\;410\;310\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.or g/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/musical-notes.jpg?fit=800%2C605&ssl=1\;800\;6 05\;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-19271@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Leanne Thomas\; Office@BerrienUU.org DESCRIPTION:
Sunday service s are held every Sunday at 10:30am. Participants may join in person or via Zoom. For help joining Berrien UU Fellowship’s Sunday Service Zoom meeti ngs or to register for online events\, please email Office@BerrienUU.org.
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To join BUUF’s S unday Service via Zoom\, please click this link\; Meeting ID: 973 1741 4085\; Password: 354882. Zoom partici pants will be asked to add their name to chat if they’d like to share anno uncements or joys & concerns\, then wait to be called on by the Zoom moder ator.
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If you join via computer but can’t hear or speak to the grou p (or if you do not have a computer or smart phone)\, you can dial in by phone: 312-626-6799 or 646-876-9923. Meeting ID: 973 1741 4085\; Password: 354882.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221113T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221113T123000 LOCATION:BUUF RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;BYDAY=SU;WKST=MO SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Sunday Service & Circle Talk URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/sunday-service-circle-talk/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2021/02/Chalice-Logo.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\,medium\;h ttps://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Chalice-Logo.png ?fit=404%2C410&ssl=1\;404\;410\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/ wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Chalice-Logo.png?fit=638%2C648&ssl=1\;638\;648\ ;1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-19294@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Leanne Thomas\; 407-488-4057\; Office@BerrienUU.org DESCRIPTION:
Gathe r Tuesday\, November 22\, 6:30-9:00 pm\, in person at the home of Leanne T homas in Bridgman or join virtually via Zoom\, to celebrate the New Moon and explore intentions for the coming month.
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Leanne will lead us in creating b eaded bracelets using her supplies. Janice will provide light refreshment s.
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\nArrive in person or join Zoom 6:15-6:30p m to settle in.
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Circle is cast at 6:30pm.
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https://zoom .us/j/91092292367...
\nMeeting ID: 910 9229 2367
\nPa sscode: 877888
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\nIf you w ould like to host a future circle\, serve as the circle leader and/or lead a group activity\, let Lisa Fuller know.  lmfuller0116@gmail.com or 269-470-7379
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For more information call\, text or email L isa Fuller. 269-470-7379
\nlmfuller0116@gmail.com
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221122T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221122T211500 LOCATION:at the home of Leanne Thomas in Bridgman @ call 407-488-4057 for d irections SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:New Moon Womyn’s Circler URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/new-moon-womyns-circler/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2015/07/new-moon-1146006_1920.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1\;150\;150\;1\, medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/new-moo n-1146006_1920.jpg?fit=410%2C337&ssl=1\;410\;337\;1\,large\;https://i0.wp. com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/new-moon-1146006_1920.jpg?fit =1024%2C842&ssl=1\;1024\;842\;1\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp- content/uploads/2015/07/new-moon-1146006_1920.jpg?fit=1216%2C1000&ssl=1\;1 216\;1000\; END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-19215@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Faith Schoon\; 708-439-4433\; fschoon@mac.com DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221204T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221204T200000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:League of Women Voters of Berrien and Cass Counties URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/league-of-women-voters-of-berrien-and-cass- counties/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-COST:Fundraiser END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-19435@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Candace Onweller DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221215T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221215T193000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Holiday Piano Recital URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/holiday-piano-recital/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-19447@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Candace Onweller DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221218T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221218T153000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Holiday Piano Recital URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/holiday-piano-recital-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-19489@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joelene DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221220T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221220T220000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Spiritual Frontiers URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/spiritual-frontiers/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-19512@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Diane Gibbons DESCRIPTION:
The theme this month will be SOUP! Please bring a vegetarian or vegan pot of your favorite cold weather soup to share. If you don’t h ave time to cook\, bread\, crackers and salads are also welcome. All membe rs of BUUF\, friends and family are welcome to come\, enjoy a yummy supper and good conversation.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230119T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230119T193000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Ethical Eating Potluck URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/ethical-eating-potluck/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2018/07/girl-eating-watermelon.png?resize=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\,me dium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/girl-eati ng-watermelon.png?resize=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\,large\;https://i0.wp.c om/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/girl-eating-watermelon.png?res ize=410%2C273&ssl=1\;410\;273\,full\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-co ntent/uploads/2018/07/girl-eating-watermelon.png?resize=410%2C273&ssl=1\;4 10\;273 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-20592@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Lisa Fuller\; lmfuller0116@gmail.com DESCRIPTION:
This circle will meet at BUUF and via zoom. Tuesday\, February 21\, 2023\, 6:15-9:00pm.< /p> DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230205T134500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230205T163000 LOCATION:home of Janice Zerfas SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:New Moon Womyn’s Circle URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/new-moon-womyns-circle-full-snow-moon-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-20549@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Lisa Fuller\; lmfuller0116@gmail.com DESCRIPTION:
Janice Zerfas will lead a special gathering at the February Full ‘Snow’ Moon\, with meditations from author and feminist Starhawk and zine making. This circle will be at Jani ce’s home and via zoom. Sun day\, February 5\, 2:00-4:30 at BUUF and on Zoom.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230205T134500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230205T163000 LOCATION:home of Janice Zerfas SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:New Moon Womyn’s Circle\, Full Snow Moon URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/new-moon-womyns-circle-full-snow-moon/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21089@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Lisa Fuller DESCRIPTION:
The February circle will be at BUUF and via Zoom\, 6:30-9:00pm Tuesday\, Feb 21\, 2023 . This month we will explore tarot cards. Bring yours! Co ntact Lisa Fuller for more information.
\nBUUF’s New Moon Womyn’s c ircle meets on or near each new moon\, gathering at BUUF or member homes a nd via Zoom. The group is for BUUFers with female gender identity\, and is open to friends of BUUFers by invitation. Circle participants may join ou r private facebook group\, New Moon Womyn.
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E ach circle usually includes a chalice/candle lighting and reading\, member check-in\, an activity and discussion. Though we meet on or near the new moon each month\, our focus is not limited to moon phases or astrology. We explore ways to tap into our creativity\, honor our whole selves\, and explore our own intentions.
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https://zoom.us/j/91092292367. ..
\nMeeting ID: 910 9229 2367
\nPasscode: 877888< br />\n
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\nIf you would like to host a fu ture circle\, serve as the circle leader and/or lead a group activity\, le t Lisa Fuller know.  lmfuller0116@gmail.com or 269-470-7379
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For more information call\, text or email Lisa Fuller. 269-470-73 79
\nlmfuller0116@gmail.com
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230221T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230221T210000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:New Moon Womyn’s Circle URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/new-moon-womyns-circle-5/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-19926@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Ania Bijak\; 269-832-8422\; adhelander@hotmail.com DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230302T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230302T120000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Ania rental URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/ania-rental/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-20803@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Beth La Fleur DESCRIPTION:
Karaoke Night: Music and fun for all ages!
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Friday\, March 3 at 6:30. Snacks and drinks will be provided\, BYOB for any adult beverages. Please invite friends from outside the BUUF community too! Singing\, dancing and a light show provided by Nico Rojas! Contact Beth La Fleur for any questions.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230303T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230303T203000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Karaoke Night URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/karaoke-night/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21076@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Beth La Fleur DESCRIPTION:
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Karaoke Night-music fun for all ages. Fri day\, March 3 at 6:30. Snacks and soft drinks will be provided\, BYOB for any adult beverages. Please invite friends from outside the BUUF community too! Singing\, dancing and a light show provided by Nico Rojas!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230303T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230303T203000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Karoake Night URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/karoake-night/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21124@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joan Guilfoyle\, Board President DESCRIPTION:
We will take a short tour of BUUF with our maintance list. J oan Guilfoyle and Charles Long will accompany BUUFers to discuss maintenan ce concerns.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230305T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230305T123000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Maintenance walk-around\, after service URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/maintenance-walk-around-after-service/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21136@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Brett Maccani\; 269-591-0051\; dre@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION:
Small Group Ministry
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In-person meetings the first Monday of the month from 6:30-8:00pm are ongoing.< /em>
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To sign up\, please text or email Brett Maccani at 269-591-0051 or dre@berrienuu.org.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230306T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230306T200000 LOCATION:BUUF RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;BYDAY=1MO SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Small Group Ministry URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/small-group-ministry/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21106@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joan Guilfoyle\, Board President DESCRIPTION:
Please put Tuesday\, March 7th at 7:00pm \, on your calendar to gather with fellow BUUFers to discu ss MAINTENANCE (yay!). Seriously\, we’ve compiled a list of projects (both large and small) along with a plan of actions to fix\, replace\, amend\, re-design\, clean up whatever needs doing on the BUUF grounds and building . But we can’t do them all in 2023. Come help decide which ones we can and will tackle this spring! We need your input and\, later\, your muscle. Wh ether you know one end of an ax from the other\, we hope to see you there.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230307T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230307T203000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Maintenance meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/maintenance-meeting/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21330@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230314T191100 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230314T201100 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Article II workshop URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/article-ii-workshop/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-20791@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Faith Schoon\, LWVBCC\; fschoon@mac.com DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230316T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230316T203000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:League of Women Voters: Climate Change Educational Forum URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/league-of-women-voters-climate-change-educa tional-forum/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21302@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
Lisa Fuller issued this invitation:
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Gather Sunday March 19\, 2:00-4:30 pm\, in person at BUUF or join virtually via Zoom\, to ce lebrate the March New Moon and Vern al Equinox\, and explore intentions for the coming month. Our New Moon Womyn’s circle is for BUUF members and friends who identify as women. Feel free to invite a special woman to experience the nurturing of this circle.
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We’ll have a choice of two activities to help us consider:
\n1. Planting: What seeds are you planting? What
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230319T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230319T163000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:New Moon Womyns’ Circle URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/new-moon-womyns-circle-6/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21058@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Joan Guilfoyle\, Board President DESCRIPTION:
Here’s the link to join the Zoom board meeting:\nhttps://zoom.us/j/92793304987?pwd= YWFkd0UzdW1US3RPOXUzU2cyNXZ3Zz09
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Meeting ID: 927 9330 4987
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230320T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230320T203000 LOCATION:Zoom @ see link in Announce SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:March Board Meeting URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/march-board-meeting/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21148@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Rev. Jim McConnell DESCRIPTION:
Seeing Economically Distressed Communities Through a New Lens
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The St. Joseph Community Forum for Econ omic Justice is holding a one evening book study on Having No thing\, Possessing Everything. On March 21st\, 7:00pm\, author Reverend Mike Mather will lay out his vision f or working with communities to bring forth their own creativity\, imaginat ion\, and industry. The meeting will be on Zoom.
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Rev. Mi ke is currently pastor of First United Methodist Church in Boulder\, Color ado. He served Broadway United Methodist church in South Bend during the 1990s and early 2000’s.
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“If you work for social and econ omic justice\, are a community counselor\, a teacher\, or just anyone who works with people\, Rev. Mike’s book\, Having Nothing\, Possessing Eve rything is a must read.
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So often our models for helping are s omething of a one-way street: We give and they receive. In his little tre asure of a book\, Rev. Mike shares his vision in story and example of how the greatest gifts come when we become a catalyst that allows everyone to realize their own talents\, gifts\, and passions.” Rev. Jim McConn ell\, St. Joseph Community Forum for Economic Justice
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To register for the 7:pm\, March 21st Zoom Session: Click < a href='https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeCNUwKBBgXDu2h4gMk54V3jE Xk3IEM97YIl7fgmL_v4dri3g/viewform?usp=sf_link' target='_blank' rel='noopen er'>here.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230321T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230321T200000 LOCATION:Zoom SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Book study: Having Nothing\, Possessing Everything URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/book-study-having-nothing-possessing-everyt hing/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21219@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:' DESCRIPTION:
Our monthly potluck will be on Friday\, March 31st at BUUF. The dinner will start at 6PM as usual\, not 6:30. We are very happy to be able to share the evening with the leaders and participants of the Hebrew Teachings grou p. If you are not interested in staying for the whole evening\, that is fi ne. Please join us for dinner anyway. Italian Fare is the cuisine for the evening\, please bring your favorite vegetarian or vegan Italian dish to pass…..this includes entres\, salads\, dessert\, soup or bread! If you ar e in a rush and don’t have time to cook….come anyway.
\nIf any one needs a ride contact me at 269-235-0344. Diane Gibbons DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230331T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230331T190000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Ethical Eating Potluck\, Italy URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/ethical-eating-potluck-italy/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21284@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
The eight-session “Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures” multig enerational workshop will take place on the third Friday of every month fr om 6:30-8:00pm. The first session will be conducted on Friday\, October 21st inside the BUUF Sanctuary.
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This will be a fun\, relaxed workshop led by our beloved minis ter\, Rev. Jim McConnell\, with assistance from B rett Maccani\, DRE and former DRE Joanne Krettek . In each session\, we will review and discuss a particular story from the Hebrew Scriptures. The first session will focus on David & Goliath\, with a theme of “courage.” Courage also happens to be our Sunday services them e this month.
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Activities and discussions will be appropr iate to all age groups. During the breakout group activities\, you will ha ve a choice of analyzing the story through discussion\, dramatizing a mode rn-day David & Goliath story or making stone art with the theme of “five t hings that will give me courage.”
\nAll BUUFers are invited to attend . Please feel free to invite friends and family members to participate as well.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230331T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230331T200000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Hebrew Wisdom Workshop: March NEW DATE URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/hebrew-wisdom-workshop-march-new-date/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21371@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Diane Gibbons\, Linda Lobik\, Harvey Johnson DESCRIPTION:
Let’s walk around the gardens and grounds and see what needs doing this spring. Maybe you will be inspired by all the growing energy a nd want to lend a hand in the future. It will be a good time to see what i s happening outside BUUF\, and what needs doing. Everyone is invited after service.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230416T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230416T130000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:walk-around BUUF gardens & grounds URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/walk-around-buuf-gardens-grounds/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21421@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Harvey Johnson\; 269-470-1470 DESCRIPTION:
The presents a film April 20 at 7pm. The film Current R evolution is about transitioning to a sustainable electrical systems t o protect our future. The film starts at 7pm. FREE – popcorn inclu ded – BYOB encouraged. Doors open 6:45 pm. For questions call or text ~~Harvey Johnson~~ ~~269-470-1470~~
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230420T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230420T210000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Current Revolution film night URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/current-revolution-film-night/ X-COST-TYPE:free X-WP-IMAGES-URL:thumbnail\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploa ds/2023/04/Screenshot-2023-04-11-at-6.07.09-PM.png?resize=324%2C410&ssl=1\ ;324\;410\,medium\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2023 /04/Screenshot-2023-04-11-at-6.07.09-PM.png?resize=324%2C410&ssl=1\;324\;4 10\,large\;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Scre enshot-2023-04-11-at-6.07.09-PM.png?resize=324%2C410&ssl=1\;324\;410\,full \;https://i0.wp.com/berrienuu.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Screenshot-20 23-04-11-at-6.07.09-PM.png?resize=324%2C410&ssl=1\;324\;410 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21557@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230504T195900 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230504T205900 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Ethical Eating Potluck URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/ethical-eating-potluck-2/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21546@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
The eight-session “Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures” multig enerational workshop will take place on the third Friday of every month fr om 6:30-8:00pm. The first session will be conducted on Friday\, October 21 st inside the BUUF Sanctuary.
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This will be a fun\, relax ed workshop led by our beloved minister\, Rev. Jim McConnell\, with assistance from Brett Maccani\, DRE and former DRE Joanne Krettek. In each session\, we will review and discuss a particular story from the Hebrew Scriptures. The first session will focus on David & Goliath\, with a theme of “courage.” Courage also ha ppens to be our Sunday services theme this month.
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Activi ties and discussions will be appropriate to all age groups. During the bre akout group activities\, you will have a choice of analyzing the story thr ough discussion\, dramatizing a modern-day David & Goliath story or making stone art with the theme of “five things that will give me courage.”
\nAll BUUFers are invited to attend. Please feel free to invite friends a nd family members to participate as well.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230512T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230512T200000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Hebrew Wisdom Class URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/hebrew-wisdom-class/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21574@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT: DESCRIPTION:
Harvey Johnson asked all BUUFers to mark their calendars for the weekend of May 19. There will be a newcomers/allcomers dinner. Details to come.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230519T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230519T200000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Newcomers/Allcomers Dinner URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/newcomers-allcomers-dinner/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21626@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Candace Onweller DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230602T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230602T203000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Piano Recital\, students of Candace Onweller URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/piano-recital-students-of-candace-onweller/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21644@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Candace Onweller DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230604T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230604T190000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Piano Recital\, students of Candace Onweller URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/piano-recital-students-of-candace-onweller- 2/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ai1ec-21689@berrienuu.org DTSTAMP:20230607T121618Z CATEGORIES: CONTACT:Janice Zerfas & Leanne Thomas\; office@berrienuu.org DESCRIPTION: DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230613T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230613T133000 LOCATION:BUUF SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Memoir Writing Group URL:https://berrienuu.org/event/memoir-writing-group/ X-COST-TYPE:free END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR

The Community Forum for Economic Justice and The South Bend Rep arations Working Group are organizing two book studies. Rev. Jim McConnell worked with these groups to plan these sessions and would like to warmly welcome BUUFers (and anyone else who is interested) to participate.

Parents' Night Out Registration Form\n \n

Child #1 Information and Health History

Child Release

Permission and Signatures

Perspective #1: PRO by Q UUF member\, Cecilia Flickinger

Perspective #2: CON by QUUF member\, Rod Mitchell
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The Community Forum for Economic Justice presents:
\nA Book D iscussion
\n“Standing Up: Tales of Struggle”

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Karaoke Night: Music and fun for all ages!

Small Group Ministry

In-person meetings the first Monday of the month from 6:30-8:00pm are ongoing.< /em>

To sign up\, please text or email Brett Maccani at 269-591-0051 or dre@berrienuu.org.

Here’s the link to join the Zoom board meeting:\nhttps://zoom.us/j/92793304987?pwd= YWFkd0UzdW1US3RPOXUzU2cyNXZ3Zz09