May 2, 2013

UU News You Can Use

This week at UUFW
This Sunday: Religious Education: Sunday, May 5, 2013: 9:45 AM Children's RE: Beltane/May Day. Taught by Joy Hayes Gates. Asst.: TBA Nursery: Natalie Allen. Asst.: Rachel Crawford Sunday Service: Sunday, April 28, 2013. 11:00 AM

Eddy Carroll; Beyond Categorical Thinking

Eddy Carroll is a member of the First Unitarian Society of Denver. He has been doing Beyond Categorical Thinking weekends for UU congregations for twelve years. This discourse is intended to help us in our ministerial search process by challenging our preconceived notions and biases about the kind of person were looking for to fill our ministerial position at UUFW. Of course, the benefit of such a discussion goes far beyond the quest for a new minister, and into our individual lives as well. Meditation Group. Mon, May 6. 7:10-7:30 PM. At the home of Cheryl Babers Hagar POC: Cheryl Babers Hagar, salinebabers@att.net *This group meets weekly on Mondays. UU Parenting Retreat: Sat, May 4th in We will be completing the final three modules of the UU Parenting curriculum that Joy is sharing with us in a retreat-style morning. The modules will culminate with a potluck lunch. Childcare will be available. Facilitated by Joy Hayes Gates. Veggie Potluck: Sat, May 11. 12:30-2:30 PM. POC: Sheryl Hagar Babers, salinebabers@att.net Meals on Wheels: Every Wednesday and Friday. POC: Cheryl Foster, cheryl.foster@uuwaco.org

Coming Up at UUFW: April 2013 May 2013

UU Board Meeting: Wed, May 15. 6:30-8:00 PM. POC: Bruce Allen, president@uuwaco.org UU Womes Group: Wed, May 22. 6:30-9:00 PM. POC:Cindie Young, cindie.young@uuwaco.org Humanist Covenant: Wed, May 29. 6:30-8:30 PM. POC: Jane Derrick, jane.derrick@uuwaco.org

The UUFW Care Team

convenants to foster a sense of community through serving members and friends of the fellowship during times of need or crisis by coordinating assistance and support. In order to fulfill this mission, we must be made aware of the needs of our members and friends. Please contact Marty Van Wagner at martyvanwagner@yahoo.com / 254.498.7200 or Paige Davis at dpaige@ymail.com / 254.292.9169 to alert the Care Team of anyone in our UUFW family who might benefit from the services the Care Team provides.

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Unitarian Universalist Association News

Breaking Bread and Building Bridges Immigration Campaign: Feb 1-May 16.
Breaking Bread and Building Bridges is part of a larger strategy to lift the voices of faith communities at the local level and turn the tide for immigrants rights. Local events such as potlucks, vigils, and detention visitation connect advocates with those most directly affected by unjust immigration policies. The relationships that are nourished serve to build understanding and strengthen dedication for continued work toward just and humane immigration reform

UUA General Assembly. Louisville, KY. June 19-23, 2013. Registration is now open for
this years General Assembly. With over 100 workshops, lectures, presentations, film screenings, and worship opportunities, youre bound to be inspired!

Social Action in Our Community - May 2013

May 4 Jog For Justice The mission of the27project is to awaken nations to the global injustice of modern-day slavery. We hope to bring awareness and provide funding for the prevention and restoration of these lost voices through annual 27K running events held within the United States. Waco organizations that will be on-hand to distribute information about their local anti-trafficking efforts: Jesus Said Love, Grace Alliance, Christian Womens Job Corp, The Family Abuse Center, For more information about Waco 1k, 1K and 27K events, visit the website: http://the27project.org/the-races-2/ May 4 Race ONE 5k benefitting Mission Waco Online registration is now available for Race ONE 5k and 1 mile events on Sat May 4. Starts at Mission Wacos Jubilee Park and goes through Brook Oaks neighborhood. Only $15 for 5k and $10 for 1 mile. All proceeds benefit Mission Waco. Thanks to Baylor ATO for planning this event! Register at www.active.com search for Race ONE to find the event. Run, walk, push a stroller, pull a wagon, walk your dog fun day to be out in the neighborhood. Contact: Scott_Uhlrich@baylor.edu or 970-556-3862 with any questions <Flyer & Registration>

May 9 Meet the new Executive Director of Waco Habitat- Youre invited to a reception honoring John
Alexander and welcoming new Executive Director, Brenda Shuttlesworth . Time: 4:30 6:30, come and go. Location: Waco Habitat for Humanity, 220 N. 11th Street. For more information email info@wacohabitat.org or call (254) 756-7575

May 9 McLennan County Hunger Coalition meeting. All meetings will be held at Caritas of Waco 300
South 15th Street every second Thursday of each month starting at 11:45am. Memberships open to all individuals and agencies during the year. For more information please visit the website: www.mclennanhunger.org Any questions please contact Esther Morales at foodoutreach@grandecom.net or 254-753-3545. <2013 Calendar>

May 11 The General Election for the City of Waco, Waco ISD and McLennan Community College.
Positions on the ballot include: City of Waco: Council District II, Council District IV, Council District V; Waco ISD: Trustee Position 4, District 4, Trustee Position 5, District 5; McLennan Community College: Trustee District 5, Trustee District 7. Voter registration applications are available at the City Secretarys Office in City Hall, the Waco McLennan County Libraries, the Department of Public Safety or the McLennan County Elections Office in the County Records Building. For more information please visit the website: http://www.waco-texas.com/elections.asp.

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These are only a few social action opportunities from the website Act Locally Waco. For more ways to make a difference in the Waco area visit: www.actlocallywaco.org
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