Dear UUCL Family and Friends,
Here is what's happening at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Lakeland. Click on the links for more information.
Sun Jan 22, 2012
10am Religious Exploration for kids This year our students are exploring "Timeless Themes", about stories from the Bible and how, or maybe even if, they fit into their lives as contemporary UnitarianUniversalists in America.
10am Adult Discussion Group Why are liberalism and conservatism regional (city vs. country, New England vs. the South)?
11am Worship Service "The Late Martin Luther King, Jr.” In his later years, Martin moved closer to Malcolm X and Malcolm’s view of the plight of blacks in the cities of the North. Where might each one of them be now? Rev Susanne will share her thoughts.
12:15pm Ministry Team Sunday Do you want to help with the work of the congregation? This is where you get started. It's also where you should go if you have questions or comments about how our work as done. You can get more information at this link.
1:30pm EarthFamilies Guided Meditation: Healing Join us for our post-holiday tradition of a guided meditation for healing, relaxation and rejuvenation. For more details see the calendar at the bottom of theEarthFamilies page.
Wed Jan 25, 2012
7pm Choir Practice Contact Music Director Ron Nickolas through thelink under "Choir" on this page for more information.
Thurs January 26, 2012
Beacon Deadline
We are making changes to the Beacon schedule to help it better match our work schedule. The current mismatch has resulted in repeated delays, so changes are being made to make the deadline after Ministry Sunday. Please send information for the next issue by Thursday January 26th.. Please include all activities through March 7th. Be sure to see the full details, including the deadlines for the rest of the year, at this link.
Blue is the New Green
The Florida Humanities Series at the Emerson Center at the UU Vero Beach presents Blue is the New Green Free to all.
Sat January 28th
7pm Common GroUUnds Event
Come join our exclusive opening for a new year of Common GroUUnds. This is exclusive to UUCL members and those outside our congregation willing to work in order to provide our local singer/songwriters and artists a place to call home.
I want those who will bring ideas, are not afraid of change, or getting their hands dirty, and who think they can make CG a local sensation. This is a trial event with music, food and drinks (BYOB) to spark the beginning of a new CG. It's been too long, and I, for one, am ready to bring the revolution back to original artists of all genres. Please join us. For more info, please contact Daniel Whitt @Dwhitt83@gmail.com
Sun January 29th
The Board of Trustees will meet in a special Executive Session after service. Executive Sessions concern employment and other confidential issues, and are not open to the membership. However, this venue is for discussion only, and any action to be taken will be recorded as part of the minutes at the next meeting of the Board.
Chalice Circles
Would you like to participate in a Chalice Circle? You can find more information at this link and sign up after service on Sunday.
Friends of Joe
The next concert in the Friends of Joe not-for-profit concert series is Atlanta artist Caroline Aiken on Saturday Feb 4th. You can find more details here.
Annual Dinner
By now all members should have received an invitation to the Annual Dinner February 11th. If you did not, or if you are not a member but want to support us financially, you can find details at this link.
UULMF Legislative Day in Tallahassee
February 21-22 the UU Legislative Ministry is offering a special opportunity that includes housing and a meal while learning about our state governance. You can get more information here.
They are also offering some partial scholarships for General Assembly, more information is at this link.
Peace Conference
Save the date! Saturday March 4th the Heart of Florida Peace Alliance will present it's 4th Annual Peace Conference. Details are here.
Are you new at UUCL?
You can find information about our faith at this link. If you like what you see, you might want to become a member. A class for those interested will be held after potluck on Sunday, February 12. Plan to attend!
The current issue of the Beacon newsletter is attached and will be available at the website soon if it is not already.
Hope to see you at UUCL!
The Community Team Community@UUCLakeland.org
Uniting in Diversity, Advocating for Love and Justice