Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Wheel of Life November 14, 2009

We extend our sympathy to the friends and family of Ron Lundin who died recently in Indiana. Ron was the sexton here at First Unitarian from 1996 to 2002.

The Subject is PECANS!

NOT Super Market frozen 2008 pecans, but this year's crop picked from the trees in the last 2 or 3 weeks.

Again this year, the First U Garden Committee is selling these super fresh nuts with all profits to benefit our church grounds. So, pecan pie lovers look for them to be available after the worship service on the next four Sundays -- just in time for Thanksgiving and Christmas. The one pound bags will sell for $10 and they make great gifts, as well as year-round hostess presents.

Monday, November 9, 2009

Nonviolent Solutions in Worcester and the World: It's Time!

What are the real costs of war? Is nonviolence effective in resolving conflicts? How does violence impact our lives? What can we do to reduce violence at all levels, from the family to the neighborhood to the state to the world?

Members of our Peace Committee, Bill Densmore and Marj and Paul Ropp, have been working for the past year to establish the Center for Nonviolent Solutions here in Worcester. Congressman James McGovern and Washington journalist Colman McCarthy recently spoke at the Worcester Public Library to launch the Center. At Religion In Our Times on November 22nd at 12:00 noon in the Chapel, Bill, Paul and Marj will briefly introduce the mission of the Center and lead a discussion of its goals and purposes.

Among Ourselves November 14th

Our best wishes for a speedy recovery to our Sexton, Jim Mousseau, who underwent carotid endarterectomy surgery last week and is home recuperating.

Coffee House

THE LUCKY COFFEE HOUSE

Friday, Nov. 13th
7-9:30pm

Unitarian Universalist Church Of Worcester
90 Holden Street

$5 per ticket
Tickets available at door

20+ Fantastic Acts
(from UUCW and First Unitarian +more)

Brought to you by the UUCW Youth Group

This could be your Lucky Night!!


questions? Contact Robin Caracciolo -robin.caracciolo@gmail.com

Christmas Concert - Save the Date!

Save the Date!

CHRISTMAS CONCERT
FRIDAY DECEMBER 4th 2009 at 7:30PM
First Unitarian Church

Worcester’s renowned soprano, Maria Ferrante, and keyboard artist, Will Sherwood, will present a unique Christmas Musical Event to benefit Jericho Road Worcester, a newly formed organization that matches volunteers with skilled and professional talents to non-profit organizations that need them, within the Greater Worcester area.

This concert will prove exciting as the musicians premiere newly uncovered repertoire gems and present an array of fresh musical arrangements, along with Christmas favorites.

Ferrante and Sherwood also launch their new CD, Christmas Memories, with this program. Hailed as the musicians' musicians, Ferrante and Sherwood display a rare blend of exquisite technique and emotion that connects with the holiday spirit of the listener. CDs will be on sale after the concert or online at www.Christmas-Memories.us.

A Christmas cookie and hot cider reception will immediately follow the concert. Free to attendees.

Concert Tickets are $10 (adults), and $5 (Sr./students), with a maximum of $25 (per family) at the door. For more information, contact Mary Frandsen at 508-852-8122

Green Christmas Event

"Save $$, save resources, spend time"

That's the theme of this year's Green Christmas event, scheduled for Dec. 6th after the service. Come and join us for an hour of traditional holiday-themed family activities. In addition, there will be service opportunities for your family to help improve the church community and the greater community. If you are interested in helping with the event, please contact Stacey Hill at 508-799-0998.

Monday Night At The Church November 16, 2009

MNATC: Music Monday

Come join us on Monday Night, November 16th, in the Bancroft Room for a delightful musical Monday led by Nancy Smith. Nancy will lead us in singalongs as we warm ourselves with a song in our hearts and a fire on the hearth. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity for community and entertainment.

Monday Night at the Church begins at 5:30 p.m. with an hour of Zen (meditation) practice in the Chapel. Come BE with us in the intimate silence - no experience necessary! The centerpiece of MNATC is of course Ken Waugh and friends’ fellowship dinner. Come join us for a home cooked meal among good company. Childcare is available every Monday night. All are welcome to any or all of the Monday Night activities.