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In Photo: Aly Tharp, Co-chair of the Task Force, presenting on Tuesday
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Horizon’s Social Justice Environmental Task Force Supports the Blocking of the Keystone XL Pipeline! Aly Tharp, Co-chair of the Task Force, provided a powerful and detailed presentation on Tuesday explaining tar sands production, transportation infrastructure and risks, environmental impacts, and grassroots resistance movements On Tuesday evening, March 19th, the Horizon Environmental Task Force hosted an information session in our Fellowship Hall about what tar sands are and how the pipeline about to be built through Texas to carry those tar sands will negatively affect our ecosystems, our air and water, public health and our lives--- not to mention how land owners’ rights are being ignored right now by Texas officials allowing a foreign owned company, TransCanada, to exercise eminent domain in order to obtain clearances for preparing easements for the “crude oil” pipelines. Tar sands sludge filled with toxic chemicals to make it move through pipes is not crude oil and is much more dangerous, especially to surface waterways and aquifers, when spilled through pipeline leaks. Aly Tharp, Co-chair of the Task Force, provided a powerful and detailed presentation explaining tar sands production, transportation infrastructure and risks, environmental impacts, and grassroots resistance movements. The group of 26 people at the session, many of whom were welcomed to Horizon for their first visit, then made signs to be carried by those who are joining a non-violent protest on Friday, March 22nd, in front of John Hancock Life Insurance to protest the affront to public health posed by their holding more than 3-million stock shares in TransCanada. The EFTF will be rallying around Williams Square in Las Colinas with members of Move-On Dallas, the local Sierra Club, Downwinders at Risk, Tar Sands Blockade--- in solidarity with protest groups over 50 organizations across the continent demonstrating opposition during this National Week of Action Against Tar Sands Profiteers in over 30 events. When asked to comment about her visit on Wednesday to the Dallas offices of Texas Senators Ted Kruz and John Cornyn the following morning, Aly said that, “Ted Cruz believes from the phone calls he receives that 90% of his constituents are proponents of the KXL Northern Segment. We need to change that—and tell him that he needs to keep a closer eye on tar sands pipeline regulation to protect his constituents at home from the risks of the Enbridge Seaway line.” The work of Horizon’s Social Justice Environmental Task Force is driven by their mission to actively uphold Unitarian Universalism’s 7th principle – to respect the interdependent web of all existence of which we are apart. In other words, we promote actively caring for the earth. If you would like to join the email list and learn about and take part in other events they are planning concerning recycling, land preservation, water usage, and other environmental causes, email Aly Tharp at alytharp@riseup.net. We welcome your ideas and energy!
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Be a Horizon Delegate to the 2013 UU General Assembly! JuLane * president@horizonuu.org
Every year the Unitarian Universalist General Assembly is held in June. This year’s assembly is in Louisville, KY, June 19 – 23rd. Thousands of UU’s from across the country assemble to learn together, worship together and to hold the annual business meeting of our denomination – a meeting that is open to all. Online, go to http://www.uua.org/ga/program/index.shtml to find out more about this year’s GA and how to register for attending in person or virtually. It’s thrilling to actually attend and be a part of this exciting event! However, if time and budget prevent you from actually being there, GA is transforming into a hybrid meeting incorporating off-site delegate participation, live streaming of events, and social media to create an interactive experience for live and remote attendees. Go online to http://www.uua.org/ga/virtual/175228.shtml to find out how you can participate off-site. And think about representing Horizon by being a GA Delegate! Our congregation is certified to have 6 lay member delegates to take part in the voting on UUA staff positions, Bylaw amendments, statements of conscience and other issues vital to our denomination. Go to http://www.uua.org/documents/gaoffice/tentativeag enda.pdf to learn about this year’s business agenda and see the proposed statements and amendments presented this year for vote. If you would like to be one of our six GA Delegates, who are approved each year by your Board of Trustees, please let us know by contacting your President of the Board, Judith Lane, at president@horizonuu.org. We have your packet waiting for you!
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PASTORAL CARE NEWS
By Marianna Seaton, Director of Lay Ministry
Take courage friends. The way is often hard, The path is never clear, And the stakes are very high. Take courage, For deep down, There is another truth: You are not alone. ~ Wayne B. Arnason
Let us join together in sending love and healing prayers to Gordon Roe, who is recuperating well from open-heart surgery and Tinker Goggins who is at home recovering from foot surgery. We also hold in our hearts Susan Powell and Leland Mebine who have been mostly home bound. Cards and well wishes welcome. Big cheers to Bobbi Myers who is getting along well after back surgery, and to Marie Hansen who is strong and back singing in the choir after her heart attack. We also extend our best wishes to Ruth Trudeau as she heals from a broken collarbone. As always, we hold dear those struggling to balance the care of their families with the care of their parents and extended family, those looking for sustainable employment, the forgotten or abused, and those who are bearing their burdens in silence. Our Pastoral Caregivers work with the Minister, the Director of Lay Ministry and the Neighborhood Groups in a spirit of cooperation to cherish and care for the members of our congregation. If you or your loved ones are in need of a sympathetic ear, the Pastoral Caregivers are available. Call Rev. Dennis Hamilton at 972-519-8187, or Marianna Seaton, Director of Lay Ministry at 972743-1599 or e-mail dhamilton@uuma.org to reach Dennis or dlm@horizonuu.org to reach Marianna.
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HORIZON PASSOVER SEDER POTLUCK DINNER
COME! COME!!
JOIN THE CELEBRATION OF PASSOVER WITH A SEDER! BE A PART OF THIS CENTURIES OLD TRADITION! BRING YOUR FAMILY! BRING YOUR FAVORITE POT-LUCK DISH TO SHARE! WHEN: SUNDAY, MARCH 24, 2013 From 6:00 P.M. To 8:00 P.M. WHERE: FELLOWSHIP HALL AT HORIZON CHURCH ***This year there will be two of the tables that will feature OAT MATZOH, for anyone who may be gluten-intolerant*** {A suggested contribution of $5/person or $15/family, to cover the cost of wine and ceremonial foods, is deeply appreciated.}
For questions or for more information, send an e-mail to uuseder@horizonuu.org or call Eileen Terrell at 469-222-8685.
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Horizon Senior Women Alive
Horizon Senior Women Alive is a small group of women 50 plus who meet on the 2nd and 4th Saturday's of the month. We have a variety of programs and support each other.
Our programs this year have included:
A tour of the Arboretum
An Elder Law Attorney Medicare Senior Source in Dallas Getting Along with Adult Children by a clinical social worker How Seniors Bond with Pets
Programs booked for Spring include: Scams on Seniors Dr. James Swann, gerontologist UNT Retirement planning dissertation topic at UNT
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Reproductive Justice and HUUC Reproductive Justice is the new 3 year social justice study for the UUA. It is a broad topic encompassing Reproductive health – accessibility to health care, research, services and facilities Reproductive rights –protection of a woman’s legal rights to reproductive health care services, particularly abortion Reproductive justice – raising children in safe and health environments, planned and healthy pregnancies, ending of unwanted pregnancies and expression of sexuality. It does not isolate or pit important social issues against each other, rather it works to promote these rights across many areas:
reproductive choice; eradication of violence against women; comprehensive sex education; discrimination based on race and sexual orientation; economic justice; environmental justice; and immigration justice.
The Justice Task Force is creating a team to work on reproductive justice. Join us by contacting Mary Morris at mmorris143@verizon.net.
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Women’s Health in Texas by the Numbers 1
Texas National ranking for highest percentage of repeat teen births
1 in 2 Ratio of births covered by Medicaid in Texas 4
Taxpayer dollars saved in long-term costs for every $1 invested in proven family programs
10 Every 10 minutes a teen girl gets pregnant while another young girl gives
birth
30 percent of Texas women age 19-64 who are uninsured 16,000: cost of each unintended pregnancy to Texas taxpayers for Medicaid prenatal, delivery and first year infant coverage 45,900 Number of unintended pregnancies in Texas prevented through federal Title X program, which resulted in 19,200 fewer abortions in Texas 118,524 Number of unintended Medicaid births in Texas annually 221,000 centers
Number of low-income Texans who receive contraceptive care through Title X supported health
2.7 billon Cost of Medicaid births to Texas taxpayers in SFY2009 Data from Planned Parenthood Jan. 2012. sources cited for each number
Reproductive Justice Task Force Forming After reading the articles in this issue on women's health, join the new task force to learn, educate and advocate on behalf of this issue.
First meeting: March 24, after church in the library. Contact Mary Morris (mmorris143@verizon.net) for more information. JOIN US!
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The Labyrinth and You As you walk the labyrinth, inspired by the beautiful spring, please stop, feel the weeds and pull one or three up! The grounds committee needs YOUR help in keeping the labyrinth weed free. Any time you can give to pull up weeds is greatly appreciated.
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April Board Meeting Scheduled for April 15 Dear Horizon Members, Visitors and Friends, Please take note that the April Board meeting, to which everyone is invited to visit, will be held on the 3rd Monday of the Month, April 15th, rather than the usually scheduled time on the 2nd Sunday of the month. Below are the key actions of the March Board meeting. You are invited to keep current on what your Board of Trustees is engaged in by emailing, sending in proposals for consideration, reading the notes each month, asking questions. Contact us at board@horizonuu.org or through your President at president@horizonuu.org.
Thank you!
FROM THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Key Actions from the March 11, 2013 Board Meeting ►
Began the budget proposal work for 2013-2014.
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Approved a mid-year hourly wage increase for the childcare staff, neither of whom had received a rate increase for the last six years.
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Approved the hiring of the next bookkeeper at the same rate of compensation budgeted for this fiscal year. The position is approved immediate starting date.
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Discussed procedures for enrolling the Music Director, Stanley Moody, the Director of Lay Ministry, Marianna Seaton, and the Administrator, Mira DeShazer in the UUA retirement program as per Horizon Personnel Policy. Stan and Marianna’s contributions will begin July 1, 2013 and Mira’s will begin the month after her one year anniversary of employment which is August 6th, 2013.
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Heard a brief report on the recent actions of two Social Justice Team task forces: Environmental Task Force and Justice Task Force.
The next Board Meeting is rescheduled to April 15, 2013 and all are invited to attend and witness the business of Horizon being conducted. Board meetings are open and are usually held the 2nd Monday of each month. The April 2013 meeting is an exception. Send communications to board@horizonuu.org or to president@horizonuu.org
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New Volunteer Opportunity Metrocrest Family Night! Good Afternoon! Metrocrest had such an over-whelming request for family opportunities to volunteer, we have created a Family Volunteer Night each month! Here are the details:
Date: First Thursday of each month Age: Each month we will focus on a different age group so we can plan an appropriate activity. If you have children that do not fall into that age category in your family they may volunteer, but may need extra assistance. For April and May, we will focus on 9-12 year olds. During the summer, when younger children can stay up later, we will have opportunities for the younger age group. Time: Will be in the evening and will be determined by age group. Younger groups will likely have earlier times and shorter shifts. Location: Unless otherwise noted, it will be held at the Metrocrest office at 13801 Hutton Drive, Suite 150, Farmers Branch, TX 75234 Activity: Each month the activity will vary based on age and season. Items required: Each participant will be ask to bring something related to the activity and something for the pantry. It is important that every participant brings the required items. Without those items we not be able to do the activity. Parent Information: One parent is required for every two children. The parent needs to be engaged in the activity and instruct their own child. Metrocrest volunteers will oversee the activity and instruct children, but it will be the parents’ responsibility to instruct their own child. Group Information: This opportunity is geared towards families, but groups will be allowed under special circumstances. Please email nnewkham@metrocrestsocialservices.org for more information.
April Information Date: April 4th Age: 9-12 year olds Time: 7pm – 8:30pm Location: Metrocrest office at 13801 Hutton Drive, Suite 150, Farmers Branch, TX 75234 Activity: We will be stocking the food shelves and bagging additional food for families
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Items required: This month, each participant will need to bring a box of gallon size Ziploc bags and a cleaning item for the food pantry. Examples of cleaning items include: Dawn, laundry detergent, comet, scrub pads, etc. To sign up, please email Nicole Newkham at nnewkham@metrocrestsocialservices.org and please include the following information: Parent’s Name * Phone Number * Email address * Total number in family that will be attending. Thank you for your support this holiday season! In November and December, Metrocrest distributed over 1,600 boxes of food and gifts to over 1,100 families. This couldn’t be possible without the support of community members like you!
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From Horizon's Membership Committee:
How Do U Fit Into UU Dear Horizon Visitor, Please join Horizon's membership committee Saturday, March 30, from 10:30am - 2:30pm for our “How Do U Fit Into UU?” class. We will meet in the Horizon library and lunch will be served. In this class you will: • Learn the specifics about how the church and its membership support each other. • Explore ways to become involved in small group ministry and how to enrich your life at Horizon and as a Unitarian Universalist. • Learn about Horizon’s committee and task force structure and how our members form the leadership of our community. • Participate in an open discussion about how Horizon is supported financially through pledges, gifts and our service auctions. • Get to know others in the Horizon community, especially those who are also considering membership. Our next “New to UU” class, which is conducted by our Senior Minister, Rev. Dennis Hamilton, is scheduled for Sunday, April 7 from 12:30pm to 2:30pm. This class is designed for people new to our denomination and those interested in membership at Horizon. During the class you will: • • •
Share your religious or spiritual journey. Learn about the history and traditions of Unitarian Universalism and Horizon. Expand your circle of friends at the church.
To reserve your spot for these classes, please contact membership@horizonuu.org . Childcare is available upon request. Please contact our childcare provider Becky Smith at childcare@horizonuu.org . I look forward to seeing you at these classes. Please do not hesitate to call me if you have any questions or inquiries. Marianna Seaton Director of Lay Ministry
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It's Horizon’s 25th Annual Women’s Retreat!
Women of Horizon, it’s a special year! Be sure to mark your calendars for Sept. 27-29 for the 25th Annual Women's Retreat, which will be held at the Glen Lake Retreat Center in Glen Rose, TX. The retreat is open to women members and visitors who are 21 and older. Visit with old friends and make new ones at our annual gathering. Relax and read, eat and talk, wade in the river, sing karaoke, and dance...or not! This is your chance to get away from it all! Glen Lake is a beautiful retreat center with wooded areas, walking trails, and access to the Paluxy River. We stay in deluxe cabins and also have access to a limited number of hotel-style rooms with two twin beds in each. (Hotelstyle rooms cost a bit more and are first come/first served at registration time.) The cost is about $115 per person and includes all meals on Sat. and breakfast on Sun. For information about the retreat center, go to http://www.glenlake.org Planning for the retreat will start in May. If you are interested in joining the Planning Committee and helping to make this retreat a special one, send an email to womensretreat@horizonuu.org We only have openings for 40 women, so don't miss out! Whether it's your first time or your 25th, come join in the fun and camaraderie! We look forward to seeing you there. Registration begins Sunday August 4 _______________________________________________________________________________________
Every Bunny Loves Fair Trade Chocolate! Celebrating Easter and the innocence of childhood go hand in hand. Joyful children relish the suspense and fun of Easter Egg Hunts for chocolate and other sweet treats. This year, your Easter Egg Hunt can also bring freedom and joy to children living on small farms in the Dominican Republic. Fair Trade Certified chocolate comes from cocoa farms that are inspected annually to ensure there is no abusive child labor. Fair Trade farmers also receive a more equitable price for their cocoa, allowing children to go to school, visit the doctor, and have enough food to eat. Equal Exchange chocolate is better for the producer, better for the environment and better for you!
Chocolate bars on sale now 3/$10 Chocolate eggs $5/ box Easter special- Free stuffed animal bunny with every $20 Equal Exchange purchase! Available at Taste of Horizon and in the bookstore.
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FUTURE SUNDAYS
A wise man once wrote: “Small miracles occur at church every Sunday, and do not depend on the sermon.” Horizon encourages you to attend weekly worship here within your community, on Sundays at 10:30AM.
March 2013 Theme: “Silence, the Practice of Listening” _________________________________________________
March 24 * “Silence of the Lamb” - Rev. Hamilton On Palm Sunday we recall Jesus standing before his accusers in silence. His only power was in passive resistance, though he knew well the price. Each day people who have no voice, who have no power are exploited, abused and killed. Out of that silence comes the voice of the prophet, speaking out for justice, for kindness and compassion in the face of cruelty. What message did Gandhi and Martin Luther King, Francis David and Katherine Weigel have for the silenced ones? Come to the Seder this evening at 6 PM. This traditional Jewish Passover service is fun and meaningful for all ages. Families like it because children are featured in the readings. This is a potluck supper. Look to the website for suggestions. All are welcome.
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March 31 Easter “You Can’t Keep a Good Man Down” - Rev. Hamilton In our faith the Resurrection is not a literal or a supernatural one. Jesus died just as thoroughly as the two thieves on either side of him. Yet his teachings and his example influence billions of people every day. I think of Nelson Mandela walking away from Robin Island, Aung San Suu Kyi emerging from fifteen years of house arrest in Burma. And of course, the martyrs who emerged from death to live again in the hearts of humanity. The Choir sings Mozart’s “Lachrymosa” and a “Hallelujah” just for the joy of it.
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What’s Going On At Horizon? Saturday Mar 23 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Men's Support Group - E3 - Library 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM Women Alive 55+ Group - E3 - Library 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM FIASCO: Our Spring Service Auction
Sunday Mar 24 8:30 AM - 10:15 AM Sunday Morning Journey Group - P2 - Couch 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM Adult Religious Explorations - E3 - Library 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM Social Justice Taste of Horizon Table for Gun Control & for Peace – Fhall 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Main Worship - SH - Sanc. 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Reproductive Justice Task Force - E3 - Library 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM After Church Lunch Bunch -- All Are Welcome! - Other - Offsite 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM PASSOVER POTLUCK SEDER - KI - Kitch, RL - Lobby / Narthex, S6 - Class, SH
Monday Mar 25 - Passover Begins at Sundown 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Wings Chalice Circle - E3 - Library, KI - Kitch, S1 - Nursery 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Yoga - P1 - Lg 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM SMART Recovery - FH - Fellowship Hall 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Membership Committee - E3 – Library
Tuesday Mar 26 - 1st day of Passover//2nd day begins at sundown 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Horizon Book Club - E3 - Library 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Buddhist Sangha - P1 - Lg, P2 - Couch 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Tuesday Wisdom Circle - E3 – Library
Wednesday Mar 27
- 2nd day of Passover//3rd day begins at sundown 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Library Ministry - E3 - Library 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM WFIG 5th Wednesday Fun - E3 – Library
Thursday Mar 28 - 3rd day of Passover//4th day begins at Sundown 5:45 PM - 7:00 PM Restorative Yoga - P1 - Lg 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM Worship Arts Committee Meeting - MO - Minister's Office 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Choir Rehearsal - FH - Fellowship Hall
Friday Mar 29 - 4th day of Passover//5th day begins at sundown - Good Friday 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM Candlelighters - FH - Fellowship Hall, KI - Kitch 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM FREE MOVIE NIGHT!!! - SH - Sanc.
Saturday Mar 30 - 5th day of Passover//6th day begins at sundown 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Men's Support Group - E3 - Library 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM How Do UU Fit CLASS - E3 – Library
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NEXT WEEK Sunday Mar 31 6th day of Passover / 7th day begins at sundown - Easter 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM Adult Religious Explorations - E3 - Library 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM CAYRE - Child Care - S1 - Nursery 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM Social Justice Taste of Horizon Table for Gun Control & for Peace - FH 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Main Worship - SH - Sanc. 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM After Church Lunch Bunch -- All Are Welcome! - Other - Offsite
Monday Apr 1 7th day of Passover / Passover Ends at Sundown 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Wings Chalice Circle - E3 - Library, KI - Kitch, S1 - Nursery 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Yoga - P1 - Lg 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM SMART Recovery - FH - Fellowship Hall 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Pastoral Caregivers Meeting - MO - Minister's Office
Tuesday Apr 2 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Buddhist Sangha - P1 - Lg, P2 - Couch 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Tuesday Wisdom Circle - E3 – Library
Wednesday Apr 3 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Library Ministry - E3 - Library 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Trailblazers Education and Support Group - FH - Fellowship Hall 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM WFIG (Women's Friendship in Growth) Chalice Circle - E3 – Library
Thursday Apr 4 5:45 PM - 7:00 PM Restorative Yoga - P1 - Lg 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM Worship Arts Committee Meeting - MO - Minister's Office 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Wellspring 2012/2013 - P2 - Couch 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Choir Rehearsal - FH - Fellowship Hall
Friday Apr 5 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM Candlelighters - FH - Fellowship Hall, KI – Kitch
Saturday Apr 6 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Men's Support Group - E3 - Library 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM UDV Church Rental
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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! Thanks! NEW BEGINNINGS A Chalice Circle Exploring the Seven Principles of Unitarian Universalism For newcomers and longer-term attendees who are making any kind of new start in their lives WHEN: Sundays 12:15 – 1:45 pm * DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED WHERE: Portable – couch room * You’re invited to bring a sack lunch. *Join us any Sunday. Facilitated by Marianna Seaton, Director of Lay Ministry. For more information e-mail dlm@horizonuu.org. .
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 Dennis Hamilton at srminister@horizonuu.org or call 972-5298187. You may also contact buddhists@horizonuu.org . 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. Email 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. Craft & Chat Chalice Circle (craftandchat@horizonuu.org )
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The Craft and Chat Chalice Circle is an opportunity to share your favorite crafting skills or learn a new one from somebody else, in a warm circle of fellowship! Contact Marga Gordon or Dale Gaskill at craftandchat@horizonuu.org . The C & C Chalice Circle meets 2nd and 4th Sundays from 1:30p Earth Centered Spirituality Chalice Circle (earth-centereduu@horizonuu.org ) The Earth-Centered Spirituality Chalice Circle is a social/support group for people who are interested in, or already know they are following, an Earth-centered spiritual path. They meet on the 2nd Saturday of each month, at 2:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall at Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church. We love visitors, so please, come check us out! They also co-host the monthly Free Movie Night on the last Friday of each month. For questions or more information, e-mail earth_centereduu@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. 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 – Forget Red Bull, 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. Each meeting begins with a check-in, and while we listen to each other's stories, we eat breakfast. Then we move on to our topic or event. Popular past topics include Parenting UU Style, Book Swaps and Movie Days.. Child care is provided. For more information, email Mondaywings@horizonuu.org or call Sandy Morris at 214-952-2243. Women Alive 55+ (womenalive@horizonuu.org ) The Women Alive 55+ Group meets on the second and fourth Saturday of each month in the Horizon Library. WFIG WELCOMES WOMEN! (wfig@horizonuu.org) The WFIG (Women's Friendship in Growth) Chalice Circle is a covenant group dedicated to deepening friendships among and providing support for women of all ages. We meet on the first & third Wed. of each month at 7:30 p.m. Whether you are a new visitor to our group, a returning member, or someone who has been thinking about joining us for some time, we would love to have you. Just email us or call Nancy Foreman at 972-965-0940 or Sarah Roye at 214-228-3397.
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Adult Religious Explorations For more information contact are@horizonuu.org Sundays 9 - 10 am Horizon Library March 24
Notes from the Jesus Seminar, February 8 and 9. Facilitated by Kay Darwin. Jesus, orthodoxy, and heresy in the development of the early Christian church.
March 31
Growth in Churches: Facilitated by Horizon guest, Daniel Polk, Executive at NTAUU. Daniel will share the four key causes for growth in churches today as people search for a church home.
Buddhist Sanga Tuesday evenings weekly 7:00-8:30 pm Portable, Rm 8
Buddhist Sangha. Facilitated by Senior Minister, the Rev. Dennis Hamilton. This is an ongoing exploration of the Four Noble Truths and the Eight Fold Path, the essential teaching of Buddhism. Rev. Hamilton’s email contact: DHamilton@uuma.org , in case of changes.
And… Always check the weekly newsletter for short profiles on classes and latebreaking announcements. If you email are@horizonuu.org you will get a quick response from one of the committee chairs – Kay Darwin, Kent Darwin, or Charles Frugé.
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After Church Lunch Locations
Visitors and members welcome! Directions 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”. March 24th: Aw Shucks Oyster Bar: 1630 S. Stemmons Fwy, Lewisville, Texas. Seafood, Cajun/Creole. What’s on the menu in addition to oysters? Shrimp, crab, crawfish, scallops, soups, po boy sandwiches and salads. $ March 31st: Pho Bistro Asian: 3052 Old Denton Rd, Carrollton, TX 75007. Avoid the Easter lunch crowd while enjoying tasty Vietnamese Cuisine. Good customer service. $
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page 24 of 24 HORIZON JOURNEY GROUPS Experience meaningful connections and a sense of belonging in a Journey Group. Journey Groups are a type of Chalice Circle (covenant group) based on availability to meet at a certain time. They typically last for a limited time (3-6 months). What do Journey Groups Do? Encourage spiritual growth & help us develop deeper and more meaningful relationships Listen to one another without attempting to solve each other’s problems. Consider topics such as Listening, Gratitude, Balance, Forgiveness, God, Loss and Grief, Money, Nature, Success and Failure, Friendship, Doubt, Making Peace w/ Parents, Sustainable Living, Endings, UU Principles, Our Spiritual Journeys, etc. Current Journey Groups: Every Other Thursday evening 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. 1st and 3rd Sunday afternoons 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Feel free to suggest an additional meeting time! How do I join a Journey Group? Fill out an interest form found at http://goo.gl/Wx6QN or on the Chalice Circles bulletin board. You may email Marga Gordon & Nancy Foreman via chalicecircles@horizonuu.org. We to answer your
questions and help you connect with the group or groups of your choice.
SHOP TO SUPPORT THE CHURCH Reloadable Kroger Fundraiser Cards • Cards are assigned to customers by Horizon UU Church and purchased for just $1 each. Supporters can reload their card and pay for the reloads with cash, check, debit, or credit cards at any time, at any Kroger store, for any amount up to $500 at Customer Service or $100 by cashiers. • Reloads have to be a separate transaction from use. Cards with $0 balance are deleted from the system after 90 days and cannot be reactivated. A new card will have to be assigned and purchased from Horizon for $1. • Card is accepted in all Kroger stores and its affiliates throughout the US. It can be sent to family and friends out-of-state and still benefits Horizon, as long as the card is reloaded and used. Keep track of your card balance: At the bottom of your last receipt, call 866822-6252 or on-line using the PIN on the back of the card. • Reload and use often! Horizon earns a 5% rebate on your purchases! BONUS: Now used ones don’t go in the trash.
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Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church 1641 W. Hebron Parkway • Carrollton, TX • 75010-6334 tel: (972) 492-4940 • fax: (972) 394-0570 http://www.horizonuu.org • facebook: Horizon UU • twitter: horizonuu • im: horizonuu submissions by 12 Noon each Wednesday. to: the_week@horizonuu.org
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