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First Parish Voices
Worship Service, Sunday, February 8, 2015 at 10:30 am
“Stronger at the Broken Places”
The Reverend Lara K-J Campbell
Coffee Hour provided by Tuesday Small Group – Ginny DiMarco
Church Office hours: The church office is open Monday thru Friday from 9 am to noon
Rev. Lara hours: Office open on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9am to 4pm daily
What a thoughtful and compassionate church family we belong to. Dean and I would like to thank all the people
whose generous acts of kindness made our lives so much easier during my recent illness and hospitalization.
From the food elves knocking at the door, to all the cards, flowers, and phone calls, your thoughtfulness
has greatly helped the healing process. We thank you and want you to know how much we appreciate your
kindness and love.
Jeannie and Dean Meggison
Contents: You may select an item to go directly to it
Weekly Updates! ..................................................................................................................................................... 2
Worship Service Cancellation Policy ...................................................................................................... 2
The Sunday Morning Discussion Group................................................................................................. 2
New Date!
IMBOLC CELEBRATION .............................................................................................. 2
Song Swap – Song Sharing ....................................................................................................................... 2
He's At It Again! ....................................................................................................................................... 2
Connecting Circles ..................................................................................................................................... 3
The Shared Pulpit – Thursday Daytime Sessions .................................................................................. 3
February No Particular Reason Women's Potluck Dinner .................................................................. 3
Writing Group Workshop........................................................................................................................ 4
Embracing Aging: Moment to Moment ................................................................................................. 4
Next Sermon and Soup Book Discussion – 3/15/15 ................................................................................ 4
New Member Recognition Sunday .......................................................................................................... 5
Fund Raising Proposal - IRISH GARDEN SHED ................................................................................ 5
March No Particular Reason Women's Potluck Dinner ....................................................................... 5
Funding Opportunities! ........................................................................................................................................... 6
Spiritual Growth Opportunities! ............................................................................................................................. 7
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Weekly Updates!
Worship Service Cancellation Policy
In the event of bad weather, a decision must be made by 8:00 am.
The person in charge calls TV WCSH station 6 with passwords and then call Herve’ Lavoie, Webmaster, so that
he can put the notice on our website.
Viewers look for the cancellation on TV or the Website. There will be no one at the church to answer calls.
The Sunday Morning Discussion Group
Meets at 8:30 on the following Sundays
We will continuing the program about the meaning of life:
February 8 #26 Mill’s Call to Individuality and to Liberty
February 22 #27 Tolstoy – Is Everyday Life the Real Thing?
Anyone interested in joining us is welcome. For more information contact Ruth at [email protected]
New Date!
IMBOLC CELEBRATION
Women For All Seasons
TUESDAY EVENING, FEBRUARY 10TH
6:30 PM
Susie Landgrebe and Joan O’Hara
Song Swap – Song Sharing
The Second Friday of every month
Next Song Swap is Friday, February 13th
Time: 7:00pm- 9pm, In the Chapel
The joy of making music and having fun is our goal at this informal gathering, open to all. All levels of
experience are valued and enjoyed. Acoustic instruments only please. Listeners are Welcome.
Light refreshments will be served. - A $3 donation is requested.
FMI please contact: Rich Gaito, 985 -7412, [email protected] or Bruce Childress [email protected]
He's At It Again!
Charlie Grindle, our Music Director, is playing for a Valentine's Dinner Show at Anthony's Restaurant in
Portland. FMI call 221-2267 for time, menu, and ticket availability. Hope to see you and your sweetie there!
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Connecting Circles
Sunday, February 15th After Coffee Hour
Looking for more personal connections at church?
Want to further your spiritual development?
Consider joining a Connecting Circle
First Parish’s new Connecting Circles are about gathering with a small group of adults for spiritual journeying,
increasing sacred awareness, and sharing personal experiences.
Circles are structured to allow members to connect more closely with themselves and each other than can be
accomplished at larger church functions.
Two Circles are launching in March: 1st and 3rd Fridays from 7 – 9 pm, and 2nd and 4th Saturdays from 10 am to
noon. Both Circles will be held at church and will run through June.
Sign-up sheets are in the church hall. To learn more about Connecting Circles, please attend an informational
meeting in the library after coffee hour on Sunday, February 15th.
The Shared Pulpit – Thursday Daytime Sessions
Next date: February 19th
Do you have something inside you that you yearn to share with others? Are you, or have you ever thought about
becoming a Worship Associate? Do you want to support your congregation in their spiritual development?
This workshop is based on Erika Hewitt's book, entitled, The Shared Pulpit. The introduction to Erika Hewitt's
book reads, in part, "Using a series of small group meetings, this program aims to deepen connection and
trust...it contains advice, tools and a process designed to equip you to be even more skilled, confident leaders
(because anyone brave and curious enough to share their journey publicly with their congregation is, in fact, a
leader). Along the way, you'll discover your authentic voice by writing a sermon to deliver to the congregation."
This workshop will be co-facilitated by Rev. Sue Gabrielson and Rev. Lara Campbell.
We will be meeting from 9:30 am -12 pm at the Kennebunk UU church (location may change based on the will
of the group). On the following dates: 3/12, 4/2, 4/23, 5/14, 6/11
Interested members and friends of the tri-churches (Saco/Biddeford, Kennebunk and Sanford) should contact
Rev. Sue or Rev. Lara.
February No Particular Reason Women's Potluck Dinner
At the home of Ginny DiMarco and Arlene Horn
When: Friday, February 20 @ 6:15 PM
Where: 14 Dunhill Post Road, Kennebunk
Phone: 985-7238
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Writing Group Workshop
Sunday, Feb. 22, noon
If you are intrigued by the service, Weaving Words, on Sunday, Feb. 15, and would like to take part
in a writing group like ours, read on. Several members of our group will offer a workshop on
Sunday, Feb. 22, from noon to 1 p.m. in the church library.
We will be available to chat with you over coffee from 11:30 - noon, and then we will conduct a writing session
in the library much the way we work each Friday morning. Everyone is welcome!
If some of you decide to start your own group, this workshop will give you a head start.
We hope to see you at the service on Feb. 15th and on the following Sunday in the library,
The Friday Writers
Embracing Aging: Moment to Moment
Wednesday February 11, 6:30 - 8:00pm in the chapel at FPUU
Elizabeth Kiley and Prilla Coffin will lead the discussion with Jaylene Summers.
For More Information please contact: Jaylene Summers; [email protected] or 985-7412.
All who are aging are Welcome.
Dates for the rest of the gatherings are: Feb 25, Mar 11 & 25, April 15 & 29.
Next Sermon and Soup Book Discussion – 3/15/15
Rev. Lara will preach on March 15, 2015 on The Selma Awakening and her experience at the 50th Anniversary
commemoration of the Selma to Montgomery Civil Rights March. Those interested are encouraged to read the
book in preparation. However, all are welcome, even if you haven’t read the book.
The Selma Awakening: How the Civil Rights Movement Tested and Changed Unitarian Universalism
Editor: Mark D. Morrison-Reed
The foremost scholar of African-American Unitarian Universalist history presents this long-awaited analysis of
the denomination's civil rights activism in Selma, Alabama, in 1965. Selma represented a turning point for
Unitarian Universalists. In answering Martin Luther King Jr.'s call to action, they shifted from passing earnest
resolutions about racial justice to putting their lives on the line for the cause. Morrison-Reed traces the long
history of race relations among the Unitarians and the Universalists leading up to 1965, exploring events and
practices of the late nineteenth century and first half of the twentieth century. He reveals the disparity between
their espoused values on race and their values in practice. And yet, in 1965 their activism in Selma—involving
hundreds of ministers and the violent deaths of Rev. James Reeb and Viola Liuzzo—at last put them in
authentic relationship with their proclaimed beliefs. With rigorous scholarship and unflinching frankness, The
Selma Awakening provides a new way of understanding Unitarian Universalist engagement with race and offers
an indispensable new resource for anyone interested in UU history.
$18 at the UUA Bookstore - http://www.uuabookstore.org/productdetails.cfm?PC=2088
Also available as an eBook in the Amazon Kindle Store and on Google Play.
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New Member Recognition Sunday
On Sunday, March 1, 2015, we will take time during the service to officially welcome everyone who has
signed the membership book during this church year. We look forward to formally welcoming our new
members and to enjoying cake and coffee afterwards!
If you have been thinking about becoming a member of First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church we
encourage you to speak to a member of the Membership Committee or to Rev. Lara. You need to express your
intention to join 30 days prior to signing the book and then schedule a time to meet with Rev. Lara. If you wish
to be a part of the March celebration that would mean making your intention known by January 29, 2015.
As always if you have any questions about membership or FPUU please talk to someone on the Membership
Committee (Look for our yellow name tags at Coffee Hour.) or to Rev. Lara.
Andrea Rohde, On behalf of the Membership Committee
Fund Raising Proposal - IRISH GARDEN SHED
Presented is a proposal for your consideration of an opportunity to provided additional income for our church.
The project would entail the construction of an 8' x 10' Classic Post and Beam Irish Garden Shed and the
wherewithal for its completion, to be raffled in conjunction with our Blueberry Fair of 2015.The value of the
completed shed would be +/- $4,000.00.
The raffle would have a limited number of tickets sold at an amount per ticket to be determined. E.g.: One
hundred tickets sold at $100.00 per ticket would yield $10,000.00, or whatever...
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Solicitation for building materials from a local supplier in consideration for advertising access for the
project is proposed.
Labor for construction of the shed to be provided by church member volunteers is proposed.
Location of the construction to be determined.
Organization, development, funding and actualization of the requirements necessary for the successful
completion of the raffle to be provided by church member volunteers.
If you are interested in supporting or participating directly in this proposed project, if we proceed, please
contact: Tom Dunn at 207-641-2733 or [email protected]
March No Particular Reason Women's Potluck Dinner
At the home of Norma Johnsen
When: Friday, March 20 @ 6:15PM
Where: Sea Road, Kennebunk
Phone: 985-5840
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Funding Opportunities!
ClynK Bottle Redemption
What is that sound you hear early Sunday mornings in the back hall? And ever wonder why you see members
carrying wine bottles around?
FPUU not only recycles, but we turn in "Maine labeled" bottles and cans for money.
We have a Clynk deposit barrel in the kitchen. If you have more than you can carry, take home your very own
green bag. The new Clynk bags are in the black filing cabinet to the right of the stage behind the back curtain
Here is the Clynk website for more information: https://www.clynk.com
Do you shop at Hannaford?
One of our biggest, easiest fundraisers is right at your fingertips, with no cost to you!
Who?
What?
Why?
How?
YOU!
A Hannaford card you use to prepay for groceries, through First Parish, then use it like a debit
card when you shop.
For every dollar you spend at Hannaford, they will give us 5% back.
Register for a refillable Hannaford card most Sundays, with Gwen Vesenka, at the Welcome
Table. She will take checks for under $500. Refill your card any week, by dropping off a check
in the slot of the office door.
How again and when?
1- Each week before Thursday
2- Write a check to FPUU Kennebunk and write the last 4 digits of your Hannaford card in the
memo area.
3- Place in an envelope labeled "Hannaford"
4- Put it in the cute little silver slot on the office door.
5- Voila! On Friday, your money will be transferred to the card.
Gwen Vesenka sends out nice emails reminding us each week of collection and transfer of the money.
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Spiritual Growth Opportunities!
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“Spirit of Life” Small Group Ministry, is conducted in the Huntington Common Chapel (main building) on
the second and fourth Mondays of the month at 11 am. Huntington Common is a retirement and assisted
living community. You are welcome to join us. SGM helps build community and provides opportunities for
deeper relationships – intimacy -- and opportunity for deeper spiritual exploration and search for meaning.
Contact Sally Keene [email protected], 985-8044 for more information.
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“Embracing Aging: Moment by Moment” group meets twice a month for discussion and reflection and will
start Wednesday January 7, 2015. It will be held in the Chapel from 6:30 – 8pm. Please join us, it is free
and open to all. FMI please contact Jaylene Summers @ 985-7412 or [email protected]
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Women for All Seasons: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays from 6:30 -8:30 p.m. Celebrate the cycles of nature and the
season, share and discuss, get to know other women in the congregation. We meet the second and fourth
Tuesdays from September through June. For more information please contact Kathe 985-6194 and Annie 4680541. All women are welcome. Free
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Meditation: Wednesdays from 5-6:30 p.m. Silent meditation sessions in the Chapel with optional walking
meditation in the Sanctuary. All are welcome.
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Early Morning Yoga: Thursday from 7-8:15 am: Start your day with a moderately paced Hatha Yoga class
led by Patrick Conner, M.A., RYT (Registered Yoga Teacher). Come whenever you can – no attendance
commitment. All experience levels are welcome. Wear comfortable clothes that allow movement. Bring a Yoga
mat and props if you have them – there will be mats available to borrow. All adults and teens are welcome.
Donations accepted.
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Adult Choir: Rehearsals on Thursdays from 7-8:30 p.m. and 2 Sundays per month. All are welcome!
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An affiliated group “Ripples of Peace” Buddhist Sangha: Tuesdays, 5:15- 6:45 p.m. in the Children’s
Chapel – Beginners Welcome! Please bring cushions and/or mat for comfortable sitting – Chairs will be
available. A Sangha is a community of friends learning and practicing the teachings of the Buddha. Our weekly
gatherings begin with sitting and walking meditation followed by reading from a Buddhist teacher. The Sangha
is an open gathering – come when you can, you are always welcome. Contact Sally Keene 985-8044,
[email protected] for info.
FPUU STAFF/LEADERSHIP
MINISTER: The Reverend Lara K-J Campbell………………….........207-985-3700 (church) [email protected]
ACTING DIRECTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: Jacky Peters……[email protected]
MUSIC DIRECTOR: Rev. Charles Grindle……………………………...........................................interfaithchap@gmail.com
ADMINISTRATOR: Barbara Boscia...................................................................................................................kbkuu@gwi.net
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
CHAIR: Herve’ Lavoie.…............................................................................................. [email protected]
VICE-CHAIR: Ruth Stackpole………………………………………….………………..…[email protected]
CLERK: Paula Moulton……………………….…………………………….………[email protected]
TREASURER: Oliver Payne……………….……….............................................………………………[email protected]
Jeanne Meggison……………………………………………………………..................…[email protected]
Molly Hoadley…………………………………………………………............................…[email protected]
Karen Banning...................................................................................................................... [email protected]
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