UPCOMING SUNDAYS
First UU Society Summer Services - 2009
All worship services begin at 10 AM
Music by Joe Pepper, Wayne Schneider and guest musicians
Nursery and childcare provided
June 28 – Flower Communion -
In 1923, Unitarian minister Norbert Capek held the first Flower Communion in Prague. Reverend Elaine will lead us through this ceremony, which is a rich aspect of our faith tradition and provides a powerful witness in current times. Each person, of every age, is encouraged to bring a flower from the garden or field to give away; this flower should be one you love, or that in some way reflects you. All kinds of flowers - from dandelions to peonies - are welcome!
Musician: Wayne Schneider
July 5 – Liberty Songs
A celebration of American music and songs of freedom, with tunes drawn from Colonial times to Contemporary. Reverend Elaine is joined by guitarist Keith Penniman for a morning devoted to making music which stirs the soul, challenges oppression, and inspires deep love of country.
Musicians: Keith , Elaine, and a volunteer chorus
July 12 – Summer Music and Poetry
When Emily Dickinson said “tell all the truth, but tell it slant”, she was speaking of the metaphorical truth, the poetic truth that nourishes the heart, opens the mind, and communicates to the depths. Revel in summer words and music as Melinda Lee, Jane Packard Bryant, Susan Raimy and other congregants share their favorite poems, prose and songs.
Coordinator: Bridget Meyer
July 19 – Unitarian Universalist Voices: Celia Thaxter
A contemporary and friend of many 19th-century New England luminaries, Celia Thaxter, a "quasi-Unitarian," grew up and lived in the Isles of Shoals. She found her sanctuary in the sea, her gardens, the sky, painting, and composing poetry. Reverend Elaine shares how Celia Thaxter met the challenges of her life with ingenuity, perseverance, creativity, and a natural poetic spirit.
Musicians : Tom Cleary and Amber deLaurentis
July 26 – My Quandary: Be Honest or Deceptive
About what? You will be surprised and may meet your closest eternal friend. Ken Swearingen shares his thoughts.
Musicians: TBA
August 2 - Church Shopping: A Consumer’s Guide
Searching for a spiritual home? Americans are increasingly forsaking denominational ties and brand loyalties, seeking out congregations that offer personal meaning and practical guides to living. Rev. Gary Kowalski shares some tips to finding the religion that’s right for you.
Musician: Joe Pepper
August 9- Rachel Stampul
Rachel Stampul, Presbyterian Minister and a new presence in our congregation and choir, will speak on a topic of her choosing.
Coordinator: Susan Raimy
Musician: Joe Pepper
August 16 and 23 UU Open House 10 AM
Our Senior Minister Gary Kowalski and Martha Dallas, Director of Religious Education, host an informal conversation about Unitarian Universalist principles, with a quick tour of our historic meetinghouse, designed especially for inquirers and newcomers to our faith.
JUMP
We are a JUMP Congregation!
The Joint Urban Ministry Project, Inc., known as
JUMP, has operated since July 1988 as an
interfaith ministry which responds to the needs of
people in crisis. Our ministry takes the form of
pastoral care, referrals, emergency assistance,
and advocacy for persons with low incomes.
The JUMP ministry operates each weekday morning at
the chapel entrance of the First Congregational
Church, Burlington, VT. We serve families and
individuals in Chittenden County and occasionally
those in nearby counties and beyond. Members from
this congregation donate baby formula and baby
food to JUMP every week.
Click here to find out how you can help!
JUMP Announcement
(Joint Urban Ministry Project) needs our contributions during the summer. Need does not take a vacation! Infant formulas Isomil and Similac, the 12.9 oz powdered size, and baby food, stage 1 and 2, are especially needed. Shopping Lists for JUMP are in the pew racks.
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