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the_week@horizonuu a publication of horizon unitarian universalist church horizon unitarian universalist church • 1641 w. hebron pkwy. • carrollton, tx • 75010 6334 t: 972 492 4940 • f: 972 394 05 • email: the_week@horizonuu.org
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FUTURE SUNDAYS Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church encourages you to attend weekly worship here within your community Sundays 10:30AM - 1641 W. Hebron Pkwy, Carrollton TX 75010
May 11, 2014 – Mother’s Day Choir Concert with Director of Music, Stanley Moody, Rev. Dennis Hamilton and the Horizon Choir This year’s concert brings a special beloved guest back to Horizon, David Moran with his hammer dulcimer. We present Malcolm Dalglish’s beautiful Hymnody of the Earth, which is based on Wendel Berry’s poetry. This Appalachian opus brings Berry’s natural theology to life. Not to be missed!
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May 18, 2014 – Rev. Hamilton’s Last Stand
This is Dennis’ last service with us before he retires after 27 years with Horizon. He will send us on our way with blessings, remembrances and thanks, and maybe even a violin piece. It is his last chance in our Free Pulpit. Who knows what he will say? The choir will lead the congregation in one last “Parting Song,” the song that has ended each choir practice since the beginning. ______________________________________________________________________
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Adult Religious Explorations Contact: are@horizonuu.org
Sunday mornings 9:00 – 10:10 am Horizon Library
May 11, 2014
It is All in Your Mind! Our class will be facilitated by Jim Sturdivant. He will review M. D. Deepak Chopra’s Soul of Healing for a scientific view of spirit, a spiritual view of science and practical advice for improving your health.
May 18, 2014
Forum facilitated by John Myers: a class discussion on “Leaving”, the monthly Horizon UU theme. John will lead the discussion on leaving, saying good bye, and celebrating what’s left from the relationship. The Chalice Circle model for interactive learning will continue.
May 25, 2014
John Wycliffe, a man anxious for change. Ruth Trudeau will facilitate our class. John Wycliffe asked, “Why may we not write in English the gospel and other things, dedicating the gospel to the edification of man’s soul. We ask: 1. Why were this scholar philosopher’s bones exhumed and burned at the stake…? 2. What did he do to so anger the church? 3. Who were his friends and why did they protect him during hid lifetime? Come to the class to find out more about Wycliffe, discuss answers to our questions and find out what was Wycliffe was so anxious to reform.
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Yet another Celebration and Farewell Horizon is in the midst of a very unusual time… a time that is happy and celebratory, and yet a time filled with the knowing that a separation from special people will happen soon. Lyssa Jenkens came to us in Fall 2012 as a participant in the new TouchPoint model of graduate study and internship being implemented by Meadville-Lombard Theological Seminary in Chicago. Horizon has been very fortunate to have had Lyssa on a half-time basis for two years (½ + ½ = 1 internship!), while she continued studying, writing papers, and attending sessions in Chicago.
Experienced in leadership with non-profits and church work (she has served as president of First Unitarian Church of Dallas), Lyssa has been learning the ins and outs of ministry in our growing mid-size congregation. She has been generous with her expertise in planning and organization. Quoting from one of her past newsletter columns: “I love by-laws. And governance. And strategic planning. And organizational change. I don’t know too many ministers who put these items at the top of their list of things to love, but there you are. I also love fund-raising.” Give her a spreadsheet... and she is happy! Already holding a doctorate in Political Economy - Applied Economics, from University of Texas at Dallas, Lyssa will receive her Master of Divinity degree from Meadville on May 18, the very same day as Dennis’s last Sunday with us. Lyssa will return for two more weeks, an extension of her internship so she can preach one more time on June 1. During that final service, the Intern Committee will present Lyssa with a ministerial stole on behalf of the congregation. Traditionally, the stole symbolizes ordination. It is a visible sign that the person wearing it has been officially recognized as a minister of the denomination. Once Lyssa appears before the UU Ministerial Fellowship Committee in late fall 2014 and receives preliminary fellowship with the UUA, she will be eligible for ordination by a congregation.
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You are invited to make a specific contribution, large or small, for this very special intern gift. Please earmark any contribution for the stole as “Intern Gift “on the memo line of a check, or if cash, on an envelope to be put in the offering basket or mailed to the church office at Horizon UU Church, 1641 W. Hebron Parkway, Carrollton, 75010-6334. Also, a special collection basket will be available in Fellowship Hall before and after services in May. Finally, please visit with Lyssa during the farewell reception following the June 1 service. Cake and punch/lemonade/coffee will be served.
The Intern Committee: Bruce McClung, Nelta Owen, Elizabeth Gustwick, Betsy Webb and Sandy Pierce
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A Note from the DLRE * By Lauren Daniell * dlre@horizonuu.org Blog: www.horizonuu.org/dre/ Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/horizonuu/
Special Schedule for Children and Youth May 18, 2014 Due to popular request, religious education classes for children and youth will be cancelled on Sunday, May 18th so teachers, parents, and children can attend Dennis Hamilton's historic final service at Horizon. Children up to 5 years of age: The nursery will be open with extra staff to children 5 years old and younger beginning at 10:20am. Children Kindergarten-Middle School: These children should plan to attend the service with their parents/guardians. Children are encouraged to attend because the classes have been making retirement gifts for Dennis and Mary Kay, and these gifts will be presented to them at this service. There will be activities in the seats for children in addition to the usual Soul Work bags. Coming of Age, OWL, and YRUU: These students will be attending the service unless you hear differently from their teachers. Alternate activities: I am putting together a group of volunteers to supervise any children on the playground/portable building who might have trouble sitting through a long church service and need alternate accommodations. This option will be available beginning at 11 am if I can find enough volunteers. In any case, your family is welcome to sit in the Fellowship Hall if family members need to move around during the service. Thank you for your flexibility during this important time in Horizon’s history!
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Announcements Children’s and Youth Religious Education
Summer Read-A-Thon to benefit Room to Read Hey, kids! Do your summer reading and help others at the same time. Horizon Religious Education is partnering with the Social Justice committee to support Room to Read, an organization that has two goals: to educate girls and to promote literacy for all children and in Asia and Africa. By having adults sponsor you for the time you read over the summer, you will help raise money for this worthy cause. Be on the lookout for packets to take home to help you keep track of your reading and your sponsors. More information about Room to Read can be found at www.roomtoread.org.
Summer Classes begin June 15th This summer children and youth in religious education will explore Unitarian Universalism through a variety of classes:
Picture Book UU: Preschool and rising Kindergartners Our young UUs will discover what it means to be a Unitarian Universalist by listening to beautifully illustrated stories that emphasize the Seven Principles and the Six Sources of our faith.
Rising 1-4th graders: OUUr Story Children in the OUUr Story class will hear some of the best children’s story books which exemplify what it means to be a UU. They will talk about the Principles and the Sources, and learn about some of our faith’s famous forebears, like Henry David Thoreau.
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Rising 5-8th graders: You, the Creator Our middle school students will explore the relationship between art and spirituality this summer. By looking at the different facets of creativity, the students will examine their spiritual beliefs via our First Source: The Awe and Wonder we all share. Rising 9-12th graders (and young adults who bridged this spring):
UU Can be Happy
Our high school students and young adults will learn how spirtuality can help them cope with the ups and downs in their lives. Through the development of spiritual practices, self-awareness and an understanding of Unitrarian Universalism, our teens will learn some skills to manage stress and live more fully.
Calendar of Events for Children and Youth May 11th: Classes run as scheduled May 18th: No RE classes. Dennis Hamilton’s last service at Horizon. All children and youth encouraged to attend. Nursery open to children five and under. May 25th: Classes run as scheduled. Congregational Meeting: Coming of Age provides lunch. Don’t forget to reserve childcare during the meeting childcare@horizonuu.org June 1st: TrUUth Ceremony recognizing new readers/ Last day of regular year classes
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Announcements Adult Religious Education
A Long, Strange Trip The Complete Video Guide to UU History Part IV - Universalism (1600-1860) Two showings: Sunday, May 11 - 12:00-1:30 pm (library) OR Wednesday, May 14 - 7:30-9:00pm (Fellowship Hall) Georges de Benneville - John Murray – Judith Sargent Murray - Hosea Ballou After finishing the last segment of Part III, Part IV documents the development of Universalism through the early German and English pietists such as Jakob Böhme and Jane Leade, and 18th century English ministers such as George Whitfield, James Relly, Georges de Benneville, and John Murray. It chronicles the emigration of de Benneville and Murray to America and their roles in the formation of an organized Universalist religion. It tells the story of the Thomas Potter incident and the role Judith Sargent Murray played in the movement. It tracks the theological development of the movement through Murray, Elhanan Winchester, and Hosea Ballou. We’ll examine the unprecedented explosion of Universalist churches across America during the first half of the 19th century, and why the movement began its precipitous decline after the death of Hosea Ballou. Closed captioned. Reserve childcare at childcare@horizonuu.org.
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Did you know‌
Childcare is available beginning 9am Sundays for adults in the Sunday morning class? You never come to Adult Religious Explorations at 9am Sunday because you have young children? Did you know Horizon offers childcare to parents/guardians attending the Adult Religious Explorations class at 9am Sundays? We do! To reserve a spot for your child(ren), email childcare@horizonuu.org 24 hours in advance and our childcare staff will be there to watch your little ones so you can enjoy class. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Share the Plate Collection for May 18. The collection on Sunday May 18 will be to benefit Room to Read.
We envision a world in which all children can pursue a quality education, reach their full potential and contribute to their community and the world. To achieve this goal, we focus on two areas where we believe we can have the greatest impact: literacy and gender equality in education. We work in collaboration with communities and local governments across Asia and Africa to develop literacy skills and a habit of reading among primary school children, and support girls to complete secondary school with the life skills they’ll need to succeed in school and beyond.
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SUNDAY May 11 Mother's Day * Spring Choir Concert 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Sunday Morning Journey Group - P2 - Couch 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM Adult Religious Explorations - E3 - Library 10:15 AM - 12:30 PM Library Ministry - Open for Browsing - E3 - Library 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Main Worship – CHOIR CONCERT - SH - Sanc. 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM May 17 Party Planning Committee - AD - Admin. Office 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM After Church Lunch Bunch -- All Are Welcome! - Other - Offsite 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM UU History Class - Other - Portable LCD Projector, E3 - Library 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Wellspring 2013/14 - P2 - Couch
MONDAY May 12 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM SMART Recovery - FH - Fellowship Hall 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM Board of Trustees - E3 - Library, KI - Kitch
TUESDAY May 13 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Potluck (Seniors) Group - E3 - Library, KI - Kitch 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Spirit in Practice - FH - Fellowship Hall 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Buddhist Sangha - P1 - Lg, P2 - Couch 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Tuesday Wisdom Circle - E3 - Library
WEDNESDAY May 14 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Library Ministry - E3 - Library 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Wellspring 2013/14 - Wednesday Group - P2 - Couch 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM UU History Class - FH - Fellowship Hall 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM WFIG (Women's Friendship in Growth) Chalice Circle - E3 - Library
THURSDAY May 15 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM Worship Arts Committee Meeting - MO - Minister's Office 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Choir Practice - FH - Fellowship Hall
FRIDAY May 16 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Candlelighters - FH - Fellowship Hall 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM Games Night at Horizon!!! - FH - Fellowship Hall
SATURDAY May 17 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Men's Support Group - E3 - Library 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Horizon Dinners - Other - Offsite 6:00 PM - 6:15 PM UDV - Cancelled - Other - Offsite 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Hamilton Retirement Party - Other - All Church Event
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After Church Lunch Locations May 2014 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”.
May 11th - Catfish House: 3108 Old Denton Rd, (at Frankford Rd.), Carrollton, TX 75006. Great seafood, service, and prices. Known for interesting condiments. $ http://www.catfishhouserestaurant.com May 18th - Pho Que Huong: 291 E. Round Grove Road, Lewisville, TX 75067. Great service, fast, clean and great Vietnamese food! Menu includes several tofu choices. $ http://phoquehuong.com May 25th - Congregational Meeting & Lunch * A delicious lunch will be provided by the Coming of Age 9th grade students and their parents. They will take donations to raise funds for their pilgrimage to Boston!
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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 Dennis Hamilton at srminister@horizonuu.org or call 972-529-8187. 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. 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.
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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. 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. Young Adults Chalice Circle Contact: YoungAdults@horizonuu.org for more details.
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