VirtUUal RE: December 18, 2020
Stuffie Pageant
Here’s a creative idea to occupy the kids: have them create their own Christmas pageant with stuffed animals! And be sure to join the 1st Virtual Pageant on Sunday!
Welcome to our theme of Stillness!
This week in the Soulful Home packet we focus on the segments On the Porch, and The Extra Mile. Check out this week’s video for a short synopsis.
Many Ways to Connect
Solstice Campfire and Carols on the Lawn – We’re sorry this event is sold out!
Pre/K Kids and Families – POP (Parents of Preschoolers) – Decembers’s materials are available here. The password is YouGotThis2020 (case sensitive.) This UU-based program is to be used all month long. Do whatever fits your family’s schedule.
High School Youth – Two Opportunities on Sunday: Forum at 10 am – Facebook Controversy Discussion. Click here to join the meeting. Youth Group 4-5 pm – look for an email with details!
UCE Forum Discussion
UCE Forum – Sunday, December 20th at 10 am
Facebook: “Friend” or Foe
Leaders: Andy Schlickman, Jessica Meis, George Monical, Joe Romeo
Join us for a discussion about the pros and cons of using Facebook, especially in our socially and politically polarized environment. We would also like to hear your views on what steps can be taken to use Facebook in a more responsible manner, and whether UCE should somehow limit its use OF Facebook.
Suggested readings:
- “Facebook Gets Pushback. More Is Needed,” by Jennifer Rubin, Washington Post, Sept. 9, 2020 – https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2020/09/09/facebook-gets-pushback-more-is-needed/
- “Do You Have a Moral Duty to Leave Facebook?” S. Matthew Liao, New York Times, Nov. 24, 2018 – https://www.nytimes.com/2018/11/24/opinion/sunday/facebook-immoral.html
Click here to join the Zoom meeting. Meeting ID: 924 4957 5721; Passcode: 489150; One tap mobile +13126266799,,92449575721#,,,,,,0#,,489150# US (Chicago)
Revisioning Our Multigenerational Community
We have been exploring our purpose and mission during this interim ministry period with Rev. Karen’s grace and guidance. Before we closed our doors last March, a group of us had met to share our hopes and dreams for the religious education program as we look towards calling a new minister. We had many insights and ideas! And now we are ready to continue the journey. Will you join us?
Rev. Karen, Rev. Eileen, and I want to hear what is on your heart and mind, centered around the questions:
- “What is the role of a faith community in your life and your child(ren)’s life?”
- “How can UCE create a mutually caring, thriving, supportive faith community?”
It is not our intent to stir up feelings of guilt either. Rather, we wish to discover what obstacles you’re facing and what you have passion around.
Please join us for ONE of the following virtual gatherings:
January 9 – 10-11:30 am
January 16 – 1-2:30 pm
January 17 – 2-3:30 pm
We look forward to seeing you there!