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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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WHAT ELSE IS HAPPENING?

.Unitarian Universalist Religious Education

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What is Unitarian Universalism?  Watch this short video to find out more about our liberal religion:

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Services: 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Sundays, September 13 through June 13
Summer Services: 10 a.m. June 22 through August 24
Open House: 10 a.m. August 16 and August 23

Office Hours:

8:30 - 4:00 Monday - Thursday.

8:30 - 1:00 Sundays

Summer:      9:00 - 2:00 Monday - Thursday

Main Office Phone: (802) 862-5630
Fax : (802) 660-0473

Staff: Click here for staff e-mail addresses and phone numbers

Meetinghouse: Click here for a map to our meeting house.


The First Unitarian Universalist Society at the top of Church Street
"An intentionally diverse community"


MISSION STATEMENT

"Our society is a gathering place for a liberal religious community guided by the Unitarian Universalist covenant: accordingly, together with a minister, we organize our worship, religious education, sociability and social action to serve the congregation and the greater Burlington community."



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Thursday, June 25
***** Zen (Call office for time)

Friday, June 26
6:30 AA Men’s Group

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Try Our Events Line!
Call the main office phone and then press "5" to hear a rundown of current Burlington Unitarian Universalist events! That number is (802) 862-5630.

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Attention Young Adults:

If you're between the ages of 18 and 35 and want to meet other young adults in our congregation, please visit this website for more information.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Last updated June 23, 2009. 
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