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This Sunday at UUFW

This Sunday: April 27, 2014
Religious Education: 9:45 AM Childrens and Youth Religious Education classes are cancelled this week. Sunday Service: 11:00 AM

Welcoming Congregation Update

with Judy Shofner, Adam Short, and Marty Van Wagner

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Wednesday, April 30th. Womens Group meeting. Join us ladies, for an evening of relaxation and self nourishment. Judy Shofner will lead a discussion on anxiety management and calming skills. There will be deep breathing exercises and stretching. We will have yogurt and a food processor for making healthy smoothies. Bring your fruit and veggies to make your own healthy blend. Meetings are BYOB so bring your favorite beverages and treats. First Sundays Adult RE. In 2014, Bruce Allen is going to lead Adult RE from 9:45am to 10:40am on the first Sunday of each month in 2014. We will meet in our newly refurbished sofa room. We are going to start by using Marcus Borg's Meeting Jesus Again for the First Time to consider the meaning of the life of Jesus of Nazareth (as understood from Dr. Borg's perspective on the historical Jesus, rather than from the perspective of the Christ of faith from a traditional Christian perspective). Of course, the goal of this venture is to see how a fresh perspective on Jesus relates to and possibly enriches each of our unique UU faith journeys. If you have any questions, please email Bruce Allen at bruce.allen@uuwaco.org . Meals on Wheels: Every Wednesday and Friday. POC: Cheryl Foster, cheryl.foster@uuwaco.org

Save the Date to Say Goodbye to Paul and Jane Derrick May 13th, 5:30 8:00 PM at St. Albans Episcopal Church parish hall at the corner of 29th and Columbus. This event is co-hosted by UUFW, the Community Race Relations Coalition, and the Central Texas Astronomical Society. Music, refreshments, a short program at 6:30 and well-wishes. The party will be a come and go event. Please join us as we say goodbye to these very special people.
YOM HASHOAH HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE 2014 A Community Observance Congregation Agudath Jacob 4925 Hillcrest Drive 27 Nissan 5774 - April 27, 2014 - 3:00 PM, Featuring: Eyewitness testimony of Margaret Furst, Kindertransport survivor, And certified Holocaust Torah repairer, Rabbi Kevin Hale.

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April 25, 2014

April 27th, 2014. Guest Lecture at MCC: Elephants and Their Relatives
3:30 5:00 PM in the McLennan Lecture Hall with Guest Speaker, Justin Wilkins, Paleontologist and Curator of the Mammoth Site of Hot Sprints, SD. Free and open to the public. Hosted by MCC and the Waco Mammoth Site. See flyer for more details!

SWUUC Annual Conference, Dallas, TX. April 25-27th at the First Unitarian Church of Dallas 4015 Normandy Ave, Dallas, TX
See the attached flyer for more details!

Social Action Opportunities:

Texas Voting Alert
One Week Left to Register to Vote In the Runoffs There are five million reasons we need strong public schools in Texas and now is the time for you to make your voice heard. You can still have a say on the future of Texas public education, but you need to be registered to vote. The primaries were not decisive in some cases, resulting statewide runoff elections. Your Voice Can Make A Difference For All Texas Students The runoff election takes place Tuesday, May 27 (the day after Memorial Day) and early voting is May 19 23. You can apply for a ballot by mail between March 28 May 16. Be sure to read our latest election runoff blog post for some quick tips and other useful information. In Case You Missed It... Raise Your Hand Texas is always working to help educate, empower, and engage Texans to become active advocates for education issues. As we count down to the 84th legislative session, starting January 13, 2015, we hope you will check out the first in a series of blog posts designed to help you better understand the legislative process: "Countdown to the 84th Legislative Session, Part 1: Interim Charges" Your Voice Can Make A Difference For All Texas Students Your support is critical in improving the landscape of public education in Texas. If you are not already doing so, follow us on Twitter and Like us on Facebook. Be sure to invite other education advocates to join us for the latest news in education statewide and opportunities to get involved!

Page 3 April 25, 2014 April 26 Lake Waco Wetland Frog Hop 5K/1 Mile Prediction RunIts not too late to sign up for the 5K/ 1 Mile Prediction Run on 4/26! Runners and walkers welcome. Bring your friends! Proceeds go towards a great cause funding more education opportunities here at the Wetlands for surrounding schools. Prizes for those who come closest to predicting their time. Entry fee $20 if preregistered, $25 if you register at the race. Check in time 7-7:30 am. 5k starts at 8 am. 1 mile starts at 8:15. Location: Lake Waco Wetlands, 1752 Eichelberger Crossing Road. For more info contact Nora at 254-848-9654. Visit facebook page at Frog Hop. April 25 thru 27 Drug Take Back Days Now is the time to properly dispose of your out of date pharmaceuticals! Waco PD will leave a monitored, locked box in the Waco Police Department lobby all weekend (3115 Pine Ave.). Its open to whomever wishes to bring in drugs/pharmaceuticals for proper disposal. Please note we will not accept drugs at Household Hazardous Waste Day on May 3! For more information, email Anna Dunbar at AnnaD@ci.waco.tx.us . Dinner and a Movie May 8th - hosted by the Community Race Relations Coalition, Greater Waco Interfaith Conference, and the Waco Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. May 8 th from 5:30 8:30 PM at the Hispanic Chamber digs at 915 LaSalle Ave. The movie is Not in Our Town: Light in the Darkness. The CRRC is providing dinner for guests to this free event. Please rsvp by phone (8364599) or by email at Jo_Welter@hotmail.com.

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UUFW Directory
Your Guide to Leadership and Other Important Information at UUFW UUFW RIGHT RELATIONS The members of UUWaco covenant to be in right relations with one another, and our true covenant is shown by our actions. Please feel free to speak with a board member if you have concerns about the Fellowship. If your concern involves activities which are potentially unsafe or illegal, please contact a member of the Board immediately. Need help resolving a conflict at UU? 1. First, try to work it out respectfully with the person(s) in question. 2. If that fails, report the issue to the team lead in charge of the area ( e.g., religious education, social action, etc.). 3. If the conflict is still unresolved, report it to any member of the Board and request resolution via the Right Relations Team. 4. The Board will create an ad hoc Right Relations Team (generally comprised of a small selection of non-conflicted Board members) to review and respond to the issues raised. Non-board members and/or outside persons may be included as appropriate. 5. Every effort will be made to create a Right Relations team agreeable to all parties.

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2014 UUFW Leadership

The Leadership Roster has been finalized! Listed below are our board members, at-large directors, and team leaders for 2014.
2014 Board of Directors President - Mary Cunningham President Elect - vacant Secretary Shari Heino Treasurer - Marty Van Wagner ALD #1 - Joy Hayes-Gates ALD #2- John Moody ALD #3 - Becky Warren Past-President - Bruce Allen ALD #1 Team Chairs: Adult Programs - Joy Hayes-Gates RE Joy Hayes Gates Worship - Kris Cervantes ALD #2 Team Chairs: Hospitality - Sheryl Huff Membership - Joe Cunningham/Kris Cervantes ALD #3 Team Chairs Social Action - Becky Warren/Ashley Blinkhorn Care Team - Marty Van Wagner PR/Communication - Rachel Crawford Reports to the Board: House and Grounds - Lee Van Wagner/Joe Cunningham Finance - Jane Kittner Ministerial Search Team - Kris Cervantes

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