the_week@horizonuu a publication of horizon unitarian universalist church * July 13, 2014.
PUBLISHED WEEKLY
VOLUME 14, ISSUE V.7.13.14.
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Weekly Service: Sundays 10:30 AM
Future Sundays: July 13, 2014 Mother India, Father Time - Montana Steele Mother India, Father Time: There are some lessons that are best learned from throwing ourselves out of our comfort zones and embracing a life that is radically different from that to which we are accustomed. By immersing ourselves into an unfamiliar culture, we are able to gain a profound and unique awareness of what it can truly mean to live simply, love deeply, and act selflessly - but only if we allow that awareness to take root and grow. This worship service is about how the great Mother India communicated those lessons to Montana, and the seeds Mother India planted in her mind, that Father Time continues to nourish. Join us for this inspiring service!
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Welcome to UU Circle Coming Soon! If you are interested in learning more about Unitarian Universalism and Horizon, please join members of the Membership Committee, immediately after the service on Sunday, July 13th. They will be holding an informal welcome circle by the choir section. We look forward to meeting you and answering any questions you may have. Cindy Scott Treece Co-Chair of Membership Committee
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LIFESPAN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS by Lauren Daniell dlre@horizonuu.org blog: www.horizonuu.org/dre/ Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/horizonuu/
Donations needed for Central American refugees this Sunday, July 13th The high school youth at Horizon are coordinating a toiletries collection drive for the Central American refugees who will be arriving soon to the Dallas area. You can help by bringing the following items to church on Sunday: shampoo
toilet paper
conditioner
diapers (all sizes)
toothbrushes
sunscreen
toothpaste
brushes
deodorant, soap (bar or liquid)
combs
feminine hygiene products
hair ties
body and face lotion
small toys
welcome notes in Spanish and/or English Walmart gift cards and cash (which will be used to purchase gift cards) for clothing in needed sizes once the children arrive will also be gratefully accepted. Please consider supporting this worthy cause. Boxes will be set up in the lobby for your generous donations. Thank you, Amy Freeman, on behalf of YRUU and JuLane, on behalf of HUUC Social Justice Tea
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CHILDREN’S AND YOUTH RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Calendar of Events for Children and Youth July 13-19th: Camp at U-Bar-U for rising 10-12th graders (www.ubaru.org) July 27th: Parenting Seminar with Elaine Commins: Parenting with Love and Logic. 9 am in the Horizon Library August 24th: Fall RE Open House after the service August 31st: Splash Day for water fun September 7: Water Communion - children will be invited to participate in the service. More details TBA September 12th (Friday): Elementary (ages 6-10) "almost sleep over" in the Portable. 5-11pm September 19th (Friday): Middle School Fun Night in the Portable, 5-11pm (sixth and seventh graders)
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CHILDREN’S AND YOUTH RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Classes this Sunday for Children and Teens July 13 Preschool-rising Kindergartners: Picture Book UU (room S3) "In God's Name": Our youngest UUs will begin to wonder about the nature of God is and will make a mural showing the many ways God is named; Love, Friendship, Goodness, Nature, Comfort and Caring. Rising Grades 1-4: OUUr Story (room S4) "Henry David Thoreau, Pt. 2": The students will watch a sideshow of pictures taken last month at Walden Pond, and will make a replica of Thoreau's cabin to take home. They will also help with the refugee care packages after their lesson. Rising Grades 5-8: You, the Creator (Portable rm. #8) "Symbols, Ethics and More: The Yin and Yang of Life" Middle students will look at symbols from the world's major religions and create a religion and symbols of their own. They will also help with the refugee care packages after their lesson. High School: The Pursuit of Happiness (Portable rm. #9) Horizon teens in grades 9-13 (rising) are invited to help collect, sort and prepare items for care packages for the expected influx of Central American refugees to the Dallas area later this month.
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ADULT RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Adult Religious Education A Long Strange Trip: The Complete Video Guide to Unitarian Universalist History Series Conclusion: Unitarians and Universalists United Two showings: Wednesday, July 16 - 7:30-9:00 pm and Sunday, July 20* – 12:15-1:45 pm *note change of date for Sunday class
In this final installment of the series, the end of Part V will discuss influences as diverse as Darwin’s On the Origin of Species, the Civil War, Feminism, Women’s Suffrage, and the Social Gospel on liberal religion in the early 20th century. Part VI will follow the buildup to and the merger of the Unitarians and Universalists in 1961 and explore what the future holds for the denomination after 50 years of unification.
ADULT RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Change of Schedule for Sunday UU History Film Class Due to a special Board of Trustees meeting, the UU History film class originally scheduled for Sunday, July 13th has been moved to Sunday, July 20th from 12:15-1:45 pm. Although there will not be a potluck on the 20th, snacks and refreshments will be provided for those attending the film class. The Wednesday night section on July 16th will not be affected and class will run as scheduled. Drop ins are always welcome in the UU History Film class. HORIZON OFFICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Horizon Administrator Out of Office Horizon’s administrator Mira DeShazer will be out of office next week, coming back Tuesday, July 22. If you need immediate assistance, please contact Menaca Padakandla (accounting@horizonuu.org), Lauren Daniell (dlre@horizonuu.org) or Marianna Seaton (dlm@horizonuu.org).
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ADULT RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: NEW CLASSES by JuLane julane@judithlane.com
What We Choose:
Ethics for Unitarian Universalists An Adult Religious Education Class Where does moral authority lie? What is the basis for UU religious ethics? Is there such a thing as absolute and unchanging moral truth? What does it mean to live a life of virtue, to develop a virtuous character? How do we respond when we personally fall short of virtues we hold dear? Do human beings have inherent basic rights we are called to uphold? What do we do when our rights-based morality brings us face to face with rights that are in conflict? How do our relationships with others form a fundamental influence in our ethical decision making?
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ADULT RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: NEW CLASSES Join us as we explore these and other moral and ethical questions that arise in your daily living. The 8 sessions of What We Choose offer an intentional process of engagement with other seekers in examining ethical concepts, questions and dilemmas. The material covered is designed to deepen and expand knowledge and skills for a process of ethical reflection that is central to living our Unitarian Universalist faith. This class offers the opportunity to examine the core of our lives as Unitarian Universalists and the sessions build on each other so we ask that you commit to attending all 8 sessions beginning Monday, August 4th and continuing to September 29th, with no class being held on Labor Day, September 1st. All materials will be provided with the exception of your personal journal; a 1-inch 3-ring binder would allow space for journal pages as well as insertion of the hand-outs that will provide your reading assign-
ments and preparation for each class. The co-leaders are Peter Hendee and JuLane and we welcome any questions about the class. Please sign up at the Welcome Center in the lobby, or you can email JuLane at julane@judithlane.com. The class is limited to 12 participants. Childcare will be provided for children under 12 by emailing Ms Becky at childcare@horizonuu.org at least 48 hours before the session for which childcare is needed. She will need to know the ages of each child and about any special concerns. Cancellation of arranged childcare must be emailed to Ms. Becky no less than 24 hours before the session.
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HORIZON UU CALENDAR OF EVENTS
SATURDAY, JULY 12 8:00 am - 10:00 am Men's Support Group - E3 - Library 8:30 am - 1:30 pm Rental - Isha Institute - S1 - Nursery, S5 - Class, SH - Sanc. 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Volunteer at Metrocrest Social Services Food Pantry 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Horizon Players rehearsal - P1 - Lg 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm Line Dancing - FH - Fellowship Hall
SUNDAY, JULY 13 8:30 am - 10:00 am Sunday Morning Journey Group - P2 - Couch 9:00 am - 10:15 am Adult Religious Explorations - E3 - Library 9:00 am - 12:00 pm CAYRE - Child Care - S1 - Nursery 10:15 am - 12:30 pm Library Ministry - Open for Browsing - E3 - Library 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Main Worship - SH - Sanc. 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm 2nd Sunday Potluck EVERYONE WELCOME! - FH 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Closed Board Meeting - P1 - Lg 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm GALA Youth - S6 - Class 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Second Sunday Song Circle - FH - Fellowship Hall
MONDAY, JULY 14 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm SMART Recovery - FH - Fellowship Hall 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Board of Trustees - E3 - Library, KI - Kitch 7:15 pm - 9:00 pm Wisdom Circle - S6 - Class
TUESDAY, JULY 15 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Buddhist Sangha - P1 - Lg, P2 - Couch
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Library Ministry - E3 - Library 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm UU History Class
THURSDAY, JULY 17 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM Worship Arts Committee Meeting - MO - Minister's Office
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FRIDAY, JULY 18 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Candlelighters - FH - Fellowship Hall 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Games Night at Horizon!!! - FH - Fellowship Hall
SATURDAY, JULY 19 8:00 am - 10:00 am Men's Support Group - E3 - Library 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Horizon Players Rehearsal - SH - Sanc. 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Horizon Dinners - Other - Offsite 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm UDV - Church Rental
Visit: calendar.horizonuu.org for updates and events information.
Adult Religious Explorations contact: are@horizonuu.org
Sunday Mornings, 9:00 – 10:10 am Horizon Library July 13, 2014: Marte Keller
Public Health Care Marte Keller will explain what public health care entails, exploring its history from early days to present times. She will focus on key issues and current hot topics in public health care.
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AFTER CHURCH LUNCH LOCATIONS Visitors and members welcome! Directions are available at the Welcome Center. When we go to a restaurant, we meet there approximately 20 minutes after the service ends. First ones there please get a table for 10+ under the name “Horizon”.
July 13th: All Church Potluck: Everyone welcome! Horizon’s potlucks provide an opportunity to get to know others and be with our church community. We appreciate your bringing a bit more than needed for our families, allowing us to offer this hospitality to all members, visitors, and friends. Thank you to the Horizon Choir, for coordinating this month! ”
July 20th: Palio’s Pizza Café: 1016 East Hebron Pkwy, Carrollton, TX 75010. Fresh gourmet pizza with healthy choices available (including vegan, whole wheat & gluten free), salads & pastas. $ $$ ” https://paliospizzacarrollton.com July 27th: Pei Wei Asian Diner: 713 Hebron Pkwy, Lewisville, TX 75057. Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Thai, and Vietnamese dishes. Fresh, quick and casual. Lots of choices. $ - $$ ” http://www.peiwei.com
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SPECIAL GROUPS If you are considering attending one of these groups for the first time, it is a good idea to contact them via email for more information and to get an orientation of what to expect in your first visit! CURIOUS ABOUT SCHEDULE? You can check the calendar at http://calendar.horizonuu.org/ Horizon Book Group: 4th Tuesdays 12p. (bookclub@horizonuu.org) The Horizon Book Group meets at 12 Noon on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the church Library. Every June and November the group decides on the books for the following six months. Bring a brown bag lunch and join in this fun group that is open to women and men. You’ll be able to share in an invigorating conversation on the session’s book. Current selections are found in the Library information niche in the lobby/narthex. For more info, you may contact bookclub@horizonuu.org. Buddhist Sangha: Tuesdays 7 PM 9:00 PM. (buddhists@horizonuu.org ) Buddhist Sangha ("Sangha" is equivalent to a covenant group) is a weekly gathering that studies the Dharma (the teachings of Buddhism.) This is an ongoing exploration of the Four Noble Truths and the Eight Fold Path, the essential teachings of Buddhism. It is participatory and although consistency is encouraged, sessions can be attended on a drop in basis. We welcome anyone interested in a meditation practice. If you wish to come for an orientation, please arrive by 6:30. If you wish to view materials, e-mail the group at buddhists@horizonuu.org.
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The UU Christian Chalice Circle (uuchristians@horizonuu.org ) The UU Christian Chalice Circle provides a forum for enriching our spiritual lives through personal discovery of the heart, meaning, and tradition of Christianity. We gather monthly on the 1st Sunday at 9AM in the library for discussion, fellowship, and exploration. All those seeking to connect (or re-connect) to the beauty and wisdom of Christianity are welcome to attend. uuchristians@horizonuu.org. The CineMat Group (cinemat@horizonuu.org ) The CineMat group will be meeting on the 4th Saturday every month. And it’s now a Chalice Circle!. This Chalice Circle gets together to see a movie and then goes to a coffee shop or restaurant to discuss and comment on it in a friendly circle over a cup of coffee or drink. People should call Meg Reed or Marga Gordon for more info, or email cinemat@horizonuu.org. GAMERS: 3rd FRIDAY FUN AT HORIZON! (3rdfridaygames@horizonuu.org )
Come join us for adult level games on the 3rd Friday of every month. We meet in the Fellowship Hall at 7:00 p.m. Bring a snack or drink to share! Healthy Women Chalice Circle (healthywomen@horizonuu.org ) A woman’s support group to help achieve their goals of health and fitness.
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SPECIAL GROUPS Sharing of ideas and experiences in nutrition, weight loss, exercise and stress management. Men’s Saturday Support Group (mensgroup@horizonuu.org ) A men’s support group that includes a check-in and informal discussion of men’s issues regarding family, health, workplace, and relationships. Starts at 8AM The 2nd Tuesday Potluck Chalice Circle (secondtuesday@horizonuu.org ) This group meets for food, fellowship, and deepening friendships. They meet in the library 2nd Tuesday of most months at 12 noon. Occasionally we take a field trip instead of having a potluck lunch. Tuesday Wisdom Circle (tuesdaywisdom@horizonuu.org ) A chalice circle that offers a check-in and discussion of a weekly life issue topic selected by a group member. Parents – WE’LL give you Wings! (every other Mon, 9a) (mondaywings@horizonuu.org ) WINGS Chalice Circle is a fun and friendly group whose purpose is to support the person within each parent by creating friendships and nurturing our intellect and creativity. The Women’s Friendship in Growth (WFIG) Chalice Circle (wfig@horizonuu.org) Meets on the 2nd, 4th, and 5th Wednesdays of each month from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. We welcome women of all ages to join us for fun, connection, and growth. We share stories from our lives and discuss topics that help us get to know one another better. Recent programs have included How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci: Seven Steps to Genius Every Day, a night of Board Games, and TED talks on the Power of Vulnerability, Connected but Alone, and Body Language. We’d love to have you in our group! To find out more, contact Nancy Foreman or Sarah Roye at wfig@horizonuu.org.
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