the_week@horizonuu a publication of horizon unitarian universalist church * July 27, 2014.
PUBLISHED WEEKLY
VOLUME 14, ISSUE V.7.27.14.
The_Week@HorizonUU Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church Carrollton, TX 75010 FOR SUBMISSIONS EMAIL: the_week @horizonuu.org
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Weekly Service: Sundays 10:30 AM
Future Sundays: July 27, 2014 A Wellspring for Unitarian Universalists
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Rev. Rob Moore and Director of Lay Ministry, Marianna Seaton
What do a commitment to a daily spiritual practice, working monthly with a spiritual director, studying and reflecting upon Unitarian Universalist theology and history, participation in a small group of seekers, and putting our faith into action, have in common? These are the five “spokes of the wheel� of a unique spiritual deepening program called Wellspring. Horizon is in its fifth year of offering this program to Unitarian Universalists seeking deeper meaning in their chosen faith. Rev. Rob Moore and Director of Lay Ministry, Marianna Seaton will share their personal experience with the program, and shine a light on the benefits of the Wellspring process. The service will be followed by an information session for people interested in participating in this unique program beginning this September.
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HORIZON’S TRANSITION TEAM by JuLane julane@judithlane.com
The Next Steps Horizon is about to meet our Interim Minister, Reverend Helen Carroll, and to welcome her with great expectancy and with as many different ideas about how our transition will progress as there are members and friends of our religious community. Reverend Carroll wants to hear them all, from your experience of Horizon’s history, your awareness of our strengths and weaknesses as you see them right now, to your dreams for our future.
The Board of Trustees has appointed the Transition Team members. They are Beth Bargar, JuLane, MC Meador, Madira McKee, Acie Nobles, and Patsy Roe, all long-time Horizon members who have played many different leadership roles. Working with Reverend Carroll, they will be taking the lead in projects and activities designed to help carry out interim tasks. Our first task is to make it possible for each of you to have a
time to speak with Rev. Carroll and tell her your story, your history and your hopes for Horizon. Early in August we will begin holding Cottage Conversations hosted in homes of members of the different Neighborhood Groups, with some groups held here at the church. Beginning before August, we will recruit hosts for small groups of 8 to 12 people. Then we will call each of you to arrange your time to take part in
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a Conversation. The gatherings are planned to last around 90 minutes. We want to gather members and friends of Horizon who may not have shared their stories with each other yet so don’t be surprised when close friends and spouses or partners are assigned to different groups. Your voice, your opinion, your dream is important! Rev. Carroll will be there, leading each of these Conversations where we will share our history and dreams with her and with each other. From these will arise the realizations that will show us where we have work to do, and the understanding of where we want go from here. So be expecting a call from a Transition Team member sometime in the next two to six weeks to set up your time to talk with Rev. Carroll.
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LIFESPAN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS by Lauren Daniell dlre@horizonuu.org blog: www.horizonuu.org/dre/ Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/horizonuu/
Sunday Classes for children and teens July 27 Preschool-rising Kindergartners: Henry Builds a Cabin In Sunday’s Picture Book UU class, the 3-6 year olds will hear a story about the way our Unitarian forebear Henry David Thoreau built his cabin at Walden Pond and lived a simple life. The children will build little cabins of their own out of blocks in class.
Rising Grades 1-4: Quilt Mandalas Our elementary class will explore the theme of family and community through the story, “The Keeping Quilt” in the OUUr Story class. They talk about all the different kinds of church communities at Horizon and then make a class quilt mandala in celebration of their class community.
Rising Grades 5-8: Mandala Mania The mandala theme continues Sunday in the middle school class. After examining the themes of symmetry and balance in life, the class will make mandalas and will learn about this relaxing art form.
High School: Happiness Film, Part 2 The Pursuit of Happiness Our teens will meet in the OWL room (next to the library) to finish watching a film about happiness.
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HORIZON PASTORAL CARE PRESENTS
Parenting with Love and Logic Sunday, July 27 * 9:00-10:10 am * Horizon Library
Parents, grandparents and other caregivers of children and teens are invited to a parenting seminar on Sunday, July 27th in the Horizon Library. Elaine Commins, a Horizon member, teacher, and trained Love and Logic instructor will talk about healthy parenting practices that emphasize unconditional love and firm boundary setting. Childcare provided for children up to 12 years old if reserved by 11 pm Friday.
DLRE away July 27 and August 3 Lauren will be at OWL training July 25-27, and will travel with her family on a series of college visits in early August. Please do not hesitate to contact her if you have any questions related to religious education. You can reach her anytime by emailing dlre@horizonuu.org
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FIRST UNITARIAN CHURCH OF DALLAS
NORTH TEXAS TEACHER TRAINING Saturday, August 16, 9:00am-5:00pm
Building Community Through Games Join other volunteer teachers, youth advisors, and staff members from congregations throughout North Texas as we learn how games can help to build community, strengthen friendships, and bring joy to our lives. This training led by Pat Kahn and Gail Forsyth-Vail who are not only education professionals, but on staff at the UUA. This promises to be the best teacher training yet! Breakfast and lunch provided. Free childcare provided if reserved by August 3. For more information and to reserve your spot, visit http://www.ntuuc.org/TAT-2014.shtml Deadline: Sunday, August 3.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH July 27th: Parenting Seminar with Elaine Commins: Parenting with Love and Logic. 9 am in the Horizon Library August 16th: Teacher Training, 9am-5pm, First Unitarian Dallas August 24th: Fall RE Open House after the service August 31st: Splash Day for water fun September 7th : 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)
Religious Education Volunteers A big thank you goes out to Marty and Jana Wertheim for all their help cataloguing approximately 100 children’s storybooks this summer. This will make it easier for the parents, teachers, and staff to locate materials that used to be spread throughout the church.
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Adult Spiritual Education and Growth New adult class beginning in September
Money and Spirit: The Wi$dom Path with Camilla Norder
Wednesdays 7:00-8:30 pm * September 10th- October 15th Portable Bldg. #9
Beyond boycotting certain companies‌ Money is ever-present in our day-to-day existence, yet it often receives little attention in our spiritual lives. Join Camilla and explore how decisions and attitudes about money can be a force for living lives of deep meaning and value, and for creating positive changes in yourself, society and the world. Sign up at the Welcome Center at Horizon or send an email to dlre@horizonuu.org Childcare provided. More information can be found online at http://uua.org/re/tapestry/adults/wisdompath/index.shtml
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Horizon Women, Come Celebrate! It’s the 26th Annual Women’s Retreat! Sept. 26 – 28, 2014 Glen Lake Retreat Center - Glen Rose, TX
Theme: “Traveling Light” Join us at Glen Lake Retreat Center for our annual gathering. Horizon’s women members and visitors 21 and over are invited to let go of baggage and learn how to travel light! Come, enjoy, and remind yourself how to play! Glen Lake Retreat is located outside of the small historic town of Glen Rose and about 95 miles SW of Horizon. It is located on the beautiful Paluxy River, which is great for wading (when we’ve had rain)! There also is a hiking trail and a full gymnasium on the property. For information about the retreat center, go to http://www.glenlake.org. We will stay in three deluxe cabins, which accommodate 18 people very comfortably. Each cabin has a large, lighted vanity area and a bathroom with three showers, sinks, and toilets. There also are a limited number of hotel-style rooms, available first-come, first-serve at a higher cost (Two people/room, $40 more per person. Arrangements can be made for off-site hotel rooms as well.) Friday check-in begins at 4 p.m., and Sunday check-out is at noon; carpooling will be organized. REGISTRATION will begin Sun. Aug. 3 and must be received by AUGUST 31st. This is a FIRM DATE!! Cost is $115 per person; there are a limited number of spaces available, so don’t delay. Unfortunately, no reservations can be accepted after Aug. 31 since we MUST provide the total number to the retreat center on Sept. 1. (Some material for the retreat will be taken from the book Soul Coaching by Denise Linn. You are welcome, but certainly not required, to read or purchase the book.) For questions about the retreat, email womensretreat@horizonuu.org.
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HORIZON UU CALENDAR OF EVENTS
SUNDAY, JULY 27 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. 12:30 PM - 1:30 pm After Church Lunch Bunch -- All Are Welcome! - Offsite 6:00 PM - 7:30 pm GALA Youth - S6 - Class
MONDAY, JULY 28 6:00 PM - 8:00 pm SMART Recovery - FH - Fellowship Hall 7:15 PM - 9:00 pm Wisdom Circle - S6 - Class 7:30 PM - 9:00 pm Membership Committee - E3 - Library
TUESDAY, JULY 29 7:00 PM - 9:00 pm Buddhist Sangha - P1 - Lg, P2 - Couch
WEDNESDAY, JULY 30 1:00 PM - 3:00 pm Library Ministry - E3 - Library
THURSDAY, JULY 31 6:00 PM - 7:15 pm Worship Arts Committee Meeting - MO - Minister's Office
FRIDAY, AUGUST 1 10:00 AM - 2:00 pm Candlelighters - FH - Fellowship Hall
SATURDAY, AUGUST 2 8:00 am - 10:00 am Men's Support Group - E3 - Library 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Horizon Players Rehearsal - SH - Sanc. 6:00 PM - 11:00 pm UDV
Visit: calendar.horizonuu.org for updates and events information.
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ADULT RELIGIOUS EXPLORATIONS
Sunday Mornings, 9:00 – 10:10 am Horizon Library July 27, 2014
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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 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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