FEBRUARY 2016
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BEACON U n i t a r i a n C h u r c h o f L i n c o l n
Sunday Services
Opening Including “Love Is In The Spirituality
Church Kitchen News
Winter Lecture Series
Air” February 14
Saturday, February 27
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Feb 14 - March 20
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CELEBRATION: “People, Places, and Principles: 1870 - 2016” January 31, 2016, marks the day that the Capital Campaign for the recent renovation will be complete! This is a milestone in the life of our congregation. The final pledges will be collected, and we will launch a special, month-long celebration of the People, Places, and Principles that have brought us to today. Our celebration will commence at the Sunday Service on January 31. The Management Team, Board, Team 2016, and many others have arranged a special service filled with voices from our past and present. On the following weekend, February 7, come see a variety of photos and other artifacts from our church on display in the Gallery space. In addition, we will have a photo booth to take pictures of members and friends, a listening area for recorded sermons from the past, and a Story Space to record your stories for the future. We will have several other fun surprises as well.
We invite you to think this month on how far we’ve come and then, during the Cottage Meetings, to envision where we will go next. While we have all played a part in the efforts over the past several years, please share a special thank you with the Management Team - Christine Starr Davis, Kathy Disney, Megan McGuffey (Bob Haack, Linda Hellerich, Les Manns); the Treasurers - Hess Dyas, Mary Sommermeyer (Linda Ager, Mark Weddleton, Anne White); the Board - President Lindsay Bartlett, VicePresident Reed Maly, Secretary Molly Klocksin, Amy Birky, Rich Little, Jamie Radfcliffe, Leslie Ryan, Penny Urwiler, Kristi Wamstad-Evans (Charles Coley, Liz Bonney-Heermann, Priscilla Handy, Phyllis Higley, Dan Nelson, Cindy Maly, David Williams, Stephanie Geery-Zink); Rev. Fritz Hudson, Martha Horvay; and, of course, Team 2016 - Curt Donaldson, Tonya Haigh, Harry Heafer, Deb Hope, Les Manns, Peg Pelter, Becky Seth (Dan Nelson, Dan Dixon, Matt Bowers.)
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A Month of Sundays 10:00AM at 6300 A Street Sunday, January 31 - “Celebration Sunday: People, Places, and Principles” Let’s celebrate the completion of the Capital Fund Drive and the renovation of the church. Worship Leaders: Julie Enersen, Chelsea Krafka, Gretchen Woods Worship Associate: Christine Starr Davis, Kathy Disney Music: The Unitarian Choir, singing our church’s commissioned piece “Love, Come Take Me Home,” plus Bill Carpenter, piano
Sunday, February 7 - “Vision, Mission, Covenant, and Your Main Thing” What you need to be clear about in your relationships with one another and the world outside your walls. Worship Leaders: Julie Enersen, Chelsea Krafka, Gretchen Woods Worship Associate: LauraLee Woodruff Music: Terry Keefe, fiddle
Sunday, February 14 - “Love Is In the Air” Secret Friends and All-Church Chocolate Communion. Worship Leaders: Julie Enersen, Gretchen Woods Worship Associate: Amy Miller Music: Past and present members of The UU Children’s Choir, plus The ‘A’ Street Band
Sunday, February 21 - “Ritual” How can ritual possibly be meaningful for Unitarian Universalists, who may have found it meaningless in the past? Let’s explore this. Worship Leaders: Julie Enersen, Chelsea Krafka, Gretchen Woods Worship Associate: Jesse Metcalf Music: TBA
Sunday, February 28 “What Is the UU General Assembly” A report from those who went last year Worship Leaders: Chelsea Krafka, Gretchen Woods, Wesley Botham, Jean Helms Music: Unitarian Choir Share the Plate: WICS Home for Girls 6300 A St • Lincoln, NE 68510 • 402.483.2213 • unitarianlincoln.org
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WO RS H IP Woods Working: “Who, What, Where, When for February” How can it be February already? I just got here to Lincoln, NE a few weeks ago, right? Well, here we are, whether we are ready or not. One of the most powerful and interesting parts of the transition process for a congregation between ministers is the process of discovering who you are right now and, from that, discerning where you want to go. You will be celebrating the end of your capital campaign drive on January 31 and your history of “People, Places, and Principles” through the month of February. Do check out the amazing displays in the Gallery throughout the month. You may find some surprises.
those visions. We also now have five people committed to being Fair Witnesses, who will set aside their own agendas to figure out your shared vision: Hess Dyas, Deb Hope, Amy Miller, and Mark Weddleton, with BJ Wheeler serving as liaison for the Transition Team. Also, during the period from middle to late February, the Board and Nominating Committee will be phoning to discern whom you trust the most with the process of selecting your next minister: heady times! Please do respond to your invitations to participate. Everyone is needed.
Looking forward,
Of course, the Transition Team has already begun signing people up for Cottage Meetings from January 30 through March 6, so you can tell everyone your best visions, past and present, for the Unitarian Church of Lincoln. All are welcome and needed. More than 40 facilitators have been trained in Appreciative Inquiry to help us surface
Gretchen Woods Interim Minister
Grief Group
Opening Spirituality
1st, 3rd and 4th Thursdays • February/March 7:00 - 9:00PM • Gathering Place
Saturday, February 27 • 10:30AM
Major life transitions are sources of grief, though not often acknowledged as such. This includes the death of a loved one, loss of a job, retirement, loss of health – so many different causes of grief. Anyone who feels the stress of grief is invited to join others with similar situations to join in a five session exploration of what one may expect during grief and skills that may assist in the navigation of the tumultuous seas of grief. This is not an ongoing support group, nor is it therapy. It is a very specific Adult Religious Growth and Learning Program. We will skip second Thursdays because of a prior commitment. All are welcome, and the group will close to newcomers on the third session.
Let’s actually experience at least four different approaches to experiencing your connection to what is ultimate in your life through various yogas or paths to union. We will need to be aware of childcare needs by Friday, February 19.
Native American/Celtic Spirituality Saturday, March 26 • 10:30AM
We can expand our understanding of spirituality radically through trying out different modalities for their compatibility with our own learning styles and access to our inner knowing. Let us know of childcare needs by Friday, March 18. Both of the above classes will be facilitated by the Rev. Dr. Gretchen Woods, a trained spiritual mentor and long-time eclectic practitioner of multiple yogas. Please bring a bag lunch. Juice, fruit and pastries will be provided. All are welcome.
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WO RS H IP A RTS Sing With the Choir The Unitarian Church Choir is open to all of our members and friends. If you like the challenge of reading music and would enjoy singing in Sunday services, then simply come to our rehearsals in the church auditorium: Jan. 27 - 7:00 PM Bonus Choir rehearsal Jan. 31 - 9:00 AM rehearsal,10:00 AM Celebration Sunday service Feb. 17 & 24 - 7:00 PM rehearsals Feb. 28 - 8:30 AM rehearsal, 10:00 AM service Mar. 16 & 23 - 7:00 PM rehearsals Mar. 27 - 8:30 AM rehearsal, 10:00 AM Easter service Apr. 13 & 20 - 7:00 PM rehearsals Apr. 24 - 8:30 AM rehearsal, 10:00 AM service Apr. 27 & May 4 - 7:00 PM Women’s Choir rehearsals May 8 - 8:30 AM Women’s Choir rehearsal, 10:00 AM Mother’s Day service June 5 - One-Hour Choir, 9:00 AM rehearsal, 10:00 AM Flower Communion service Willingness and enthusiasm are the two major requirements! We need all kinds of voices in our group and yours is most certainly welcome here. FEBRUARY 14
“Sharing the Plate” with the UU Children’s Choir Three of our young singers have been selected to participate in the 2016 Unitarian Universalist Children’s Choir (UUCC) this summer. Evan, Louis and Anna (pictured below) will spend several days working with renowned Chicago choral director Emily Elsworth during the annual UU Musicians Network conference in Madison, Wisconsin. On February 14, these three will join five of our singers from past UU Children’s Choirs to present a piece at the intergenerational service. A collection will be taken to support the work and mission of the UUCC.
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RELIG IO US G RO WTH & LEA RNING
RES0LUTIONS This last month, many of the students in our Religious Growth and Learning Program talked about resolutions. They learned what it meant to resolve to do something and had ideas about what they could do in the New Year. Here is a list of some of the resolutions that the children and youth came up with:
"I resolve to...." * Read more * Learn how to build a snowman
Secret Friends Luncheon
* Be more giving
Sunday, February 14 • 11:30AM - 1:00PM
* Exercise
This is the big day where the Secret Friends get revealed! After three weeks of exchanging notes and small gifts, each pair will bring their namesake item and that is how they will find each other at the Luncheon. Afterwards, these food items will be donated to Eastridge Food Pantry.
* Be on the track team * Eat healthier * Donate food and books * Care for animals * Win more wrestling matches * Start standing up for myself and others and have more practice with my voice * Watch more TV * Play with my cat more * Learn to do a back flip * Learn how to play piano * Be better at math * Learn more about Nebraska * Have more fun
FEBRUARY RGL CALENDAR Preschool Class and Nursery Care are available every Sunday for younger Pre-K children in the Preschool Room.
February 7
Regular Classes
* Recycle more
February 14
Ingathering
The children and youth of our church are going to turn this world upside-down.
February 21
Regular Classes
February 28
Regular Classes
* Get my teacher to give me harder stuff
I am looking forward to the coming year. Peace, Faith and Love, Chelsea
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NEWS NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS Winter Sunset
A moment that only endures until, The Earth turns a bit more.
December 28, 2012 by Eric Williams
Without me, They are fulfilled, Established in their sanctity.
Driving north, To the Twin Cities, At sunset, In late December. Off to my left, The gentle slope of an empty cornfield, Covered in fresh snow. Just barely above it, A long, low, dark grey cloud, All along the western horizon. In between them, A thin band of dusty red, The last light of a short winter day. Together, Field, cloud, and Sun become, A Breath of a place,
Without them, I am not fully myself, Unformed by their brief beauty. In their eternal dance, The whirling reel of land and light, They bless me. While I can not add, Or subtract, From their gift, They are unsung. By seeing this moment, And remembering them, I join the Great Dance, And give a benediction.
UUA BOOKSTORE HIGHLIGHT OF THE MONTH:
Turning Point: Essays on a New Unitarian Universalism, Edited by Frederic Muir In inspiring, fresh essays, 20 UU leaders issue a clarion call for change in the denomination. They show a way forward from an isolated, individualistic “iChurch” to an inclusive, multi-cultural Beloved Community. Outlining a bold vision for the future of Unitarian Universalism, these leaders implore us to collectively liberate ourselves from patterns that prevent us from becoming a robust faith for a new age. Emerging from a history marred by the errors of individualism, exceptionalism, and anti-authoritarianism. Unitarian Universalism faces a crossroads. Turning Point shows a way forward by embracing promises shaped from our theology: generosity, pluralism, and imagination. With essays that include the stories of creative new types of UU communities across the country, this essential new collection outlines a liberal faith for the twenty-first century. It offers a vision of Beloved Community and inspires trust that we can deepen and grow once again, meeting the aching needs of a new generation. www.uuabookstore.org Price: $14.00 6300 A St • Lincoln, NE 68510 • 402.483.2213 • unitarianlincoln.org
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NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS Notes from the Transition Team submitted by B.J. Wheeler, Transition Team
We have been busy learning about the process Gretchen has set out for us to be prepared to call a new minister in the fall of 2017. One of our first steps as a congregation is to identify a mission within our community, a main theme or kind of service for which we are known. We will start with cottage meetings. What is a cottage meeting, a host, a facilitator, a fair witness, a mission? All of these are words we know but may have a new twist in the process, Gretchen is introducing to us. Gretchen reminded us in August that a covenant is how we treat ourselves and others within the church, a vision is how we live – what is important to us, and a mission is how we bring our vision out into the world. Mission was kind of a dirty word to me as I thought of missionaries as converting the heathen. But then we know that our missionaries are those of the UU Service Committee who specifically do not seek to convert or even recruit to our religion. So being a missionary, as so many things, does not have to have the connotations it has for other religions. It is how our principles call us to action. In the process of attracting a new minister to our church, we will be expected to be able to verbalize what our mission is. The cottage meetings are the beginning of deciding on a single mission that we as a congregation can bring to our community. This is a process of “meaning- making,” of living our principles. So we will start with cottage meetings (cottage as in small and homey). Cottage meetings will happen in our Open Circles, private homes, or in the church, after the service. Please sign-up for one after the service or by calling the office. Each cottage meeting will have a facilitator and a host, sometimes the same person. These will be gatherings for cozy conversations. Your facilitators have been trained with specific methods to facilitate these idea-gathering sessions and pass them on to a small group of fair witnesses. This is a group of five members who have been chosen for
their ability to identify themes in the ideas. They will collate the data received from the cottage meetings and come up with a main thing statement for our Annual General Meeting. We will have Town Halls to discuss and review the mission/main thing with the congregation before we vote. We need everyone’s input and besides these small groups will be fun. So do sign yourself up so we don’t have to call you. Transition Team: Wesley Botham, Jerry Petr, Becky Seth, Evelyn Weymouth (and me).
Notes from the Board of Trustees 1) Linda Ager has finished her service as coTreasurer, and the board has begun looking for someone to serve in this role alongside Hess Dyas. In June, the newly appointed co-Treasurer will transition to serve as the only Treasurer (responsibilities for this position are lessening as responsibilities have shifted to paid staff.) Anyone interested in this position should contact Board President, Lindsay bartlett.ljc@gmail.com 2) The board has created the “Cole Bequest Options Committee”, consisting of 7 members, that will research and present a range of options to the congregation for approval on how to use the sizable donation from Judy Cole, who gifted her estate, life insurance policy, and other funds to the church. 3) Amy Miller has been appointed Legal Counsel by the Board of Trustees. 4) The Board of Trustees has scheduled the following meetings: •Town Halls: April 10, 17, and May 1 •Special Congregational Meeting: April 24 •Spring Congregational Meeting: May 15 Content for these meetings will be announced later, including items eligible for absentee voting.
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NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS Church Kitchen News
Foundation bequest
Did you know? A notebook is in the Church Kitchen with a complete inventory of all the items in the church and their locations? In this notebook also is a complete listing of all the table cloths for your use. Table cloths are sorted by sizes, colors and approximate locations in the church kitchen or in the cabinets near the fireplace.
The Unitarian Foundation Committee encourages members and friends to consider bequests to the Church, on behalf of the living and those honored with a memorial. Contributions can be in the form of memorial gifts, wills and trusts to support the church's continued liberal religious presence in Lincoln. Please contact the church office for details and federal tax ID number. Current members of the Unitarian Church Foundation are: Gene Hanlon, Harry Heafer, Norm Hostetler, Amy Miller, Barbara Pearson, Bruce Raymer and Alan Worth. Please feel free to ask them any questions regarding contributing or putting the Unitarian Foundation in your Will or Trust.
Did you know? The Church Kitchen Clean Up Crew meets weekly on Mondays at 11:45 to clean the Church Kitchen and then eat lunch together? It’s a bring your own lunch gathering. We can always incorporate more people who would enjoy kitchen cleaning and sorting, planning and implementing Church Kitchen projects. Did you know? A Church Kitchen Clean Up Crew has been meeting weekly since the Church Kitchen Renovation in 2008. If you would like more information or would like a copy of the complete SEARCHABLE inventory for your computer or if you have thoughts or ideas about how to improve the Church Kitchen, please feel free to contact Jackie Egan, Jack Furgason, Linda Brown, JoAnn Lanning, Mary Ann Petr, Carol Kendrick, Barbara Pearson, or Deb Bevard.
New Flooring for the Church Kitchen The church kitchen renovation in 2008 included many wonderful changes, but it did not include a new floor as the linoleum was only about eight years old and not ready for replacement. Now the floor is showing wear and we have been offered unsolicited funds to replace it. As a result, the Building Committee is in the process of reviewing bids, keeping in mind our green intentions and long-term wear and care. When that process is complete, a contractor (and aesthetically suitable product) will be chosen and the flooring installed over several days when it is least disruptive to events and activity already scheduled in the church. If you have questions about this process, please contact Property and Finance Coordinator, Christine Starr Davis chopestarr@icloud.com .
UU Women Gathering: Authenticity Authenticity requires vulnerability, transparency and integrity. Beloved UU author May Sarton wrote "We have to dare to be ourselves, however frightening or strange that self may prove to be." Is vulnerability the same as weakness? Come prepared to be vulnerable as we gather to share a bit of ourselves with each other and this month's topic. The UU Women gathering meets once a month, on the first Saturday at 2:00PM. Rotating leaders choose the topic and location. This month’s gathering is being held on February 6 will be facilitated by LauraLee Woodruff on Authenticity. Readings on the topic have been provided in our Facebook group if you want to prepare; however, your thoughts are what we cherish! All UU women (members and friends) are welcome to participate. RSVP for the location, to be added to the Facebook Group or to the Email Reminder List. Contact the Church office admin@unitarianlincoln.org or E-mail LauraLee at holybear47@gmail.com
Coffee Klatch for Newcomers/New Members Saturday, February 6 • 9:30AM • Gallery
This is a meeting to learn more about what happens at church on Sunday mornings and why. We’ll talk about the program offerings and how you can get involved at church. There will be an opportunity to ask questions that you may have been thinking about and didn’t know who to ask. All newcomers and new members are welcome to join us. We’ll have a coffee pot on and a snack to keep you warm. Meet by the fireplace in the Gallery.
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NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Winter Lecture Series 2016: National Identity and the Politics of Nationalism All people are citizens of nation-states, but individual loyalties are sometimes more strongly attached to tribe, or to culture, race, religion, or even to regional entities such as the European Union. In turn those loyalties influence responses to issues from poverty to refugees, terrorism, wars, etc. Consider how such loyalties influence the refugee crisis in Germany, tribal and economic issues in Nigeria, religious politics in India, nationalism in Scotland, or the potential for democracy in Iraq, and how those loyalties influence ideas of 'American exceptionalism' or 'Russian exceptionalism.' All sessions will take place at the Unitarian Church, 6300 A Street. Each two hour session will begin at 7:00PM. The first hour of the first 5 sessions will feature a guest lecturer, followed by a brief refreshment period and then an audience-driven hour of questions and dialogue. The sixth session will be a panel discussion. All sessions are open to the public and free of charge. Free parking is available in the Unitarian Church parking lot and in the Pius X parking lot across Eldon Street west of the church. •February 14, 2016. Introduction and Overview, Professor David Forsythe, UNL •February 21, 2016. Europe. Professor Mark Orsag, Doane College. •February 28, 2016. South Asia. Professor Robert Oberst, Nebraska Wesleyan University. •March 6, 2016. The Middle East. Professor Mahood Monshipouri, San Francisco State Univ. •March 13, 2016. Africa. Professor Dane Kennedy, George Washington University. •March 20, 2016. Panel discussion. Reactions and summary. Participants TBA. Note: In case of inclement weather a cancellation will be posted on the Unitarian Church website www.unitarianlincoln.org and announced on KOLN-TV (channel 10/11) and KFOR radio (1240 AM). For more information call or email: Unitarian Church of Lincoln 402.483.2213 admin@unitarianlincoln.org
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O N - G O I N G A C TI V I TI ES
The fellowship activities and discussion groups listed below happen on a regular basis and are open to new participants at any time. Please contact the group’s organizer if you have any questions! Adult Game Night
Men’s Potluck
UU Meditation Sangha
2nd Sat. • Feb 13 • 6:30/8:00PM 6300 A Street • Gathering Place
2nd Monday • Feb 8 • 6:30PM 6300 A Street • Gallery
2nd & 4th Wednesdays • 7:00PM 6300 A Street • Music Room
Come join us for potluck dinner at 6:30PM and board/card games at 8:00PM. Come for one or both. All welcome. Contact: Leona Braziel 402-489-0916 windflower@aol.com
All men are invited to attend to enjoy good food and conversation. Table service will be provided.
We gather at 7:00PM and begin a short meditation promptly at 7:15PM. Then we have discussion time followed by a longer meditation period. Contact LauraLee Woodruff 402-770-9382 holybear47@gmail.com
Bridge Groups Intermediate Group Every Tuesday • 2:00PM 6300 A Street • Gallery
Coordinator: Corine Simon simondp@neb.rr.com 402-435-0225
Advanced group Every Wednesday • 1:00PM 6300 A Street • Gallery
Bruce Raymer 402-475-7875 bruce.raymer@gmail.com
Men’s Reading Group 1st & 3rd Tuesdays • Feb 2 & 16 6:30PM • 6300 A Street • K/1 Rm
The book we are reading is “Fire in the Belly” by Sam Keen. Duncan Case 402-202-9152 frankcase4346@gmail.com
Newcomers First Sunday Chat Sunday, Feb 7 • 11:15AM 6300 A Street • Library
UU Women Gathering 1st Saturday • Feb 6 • 2:00PM • RSVP for location
January topic: “Authenticity” Facilitator: LauraLee Woodruff For more information or to RSVP, contact the Church Office or LauraLee Woodruff 402-770-9382 holybear47@gmail.com
Women’s Book Group
402-489-8213
Meet with visitors and friends in the Library to watch and discuss a 10-minute film. Contact Shelly Fowler seeshells@mac.com
Want to join us? Contact us prior to the day of the game.
PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays)
Coffeehouse
4th Tuesday • Feb 23 • 7:00PM 6300 A Street • Gallery
For more information, contact Diane Richards dianemn2@gmail.com
Coordinator: Earl Kramer krameyer@neb.rr.com
4th Friday • Feb 26 • 7:00PM 6300 A Street •Gallery
Board games for adults and kids. Open to all individuals. Hosted by the LGBTA Welcoming Cmte. Contact Deb Hope debra.a.hope@gmail.com
Men's Discussion Group 2nd & 4th Tuesdays • Feb 10 & 24 7:00PM • Library
New participants are welcome any time. Discussion topics vary. Visit us for more details or contact Duane Polzien 402-540-5025 duaneep2000@yahoo.com
The LGBTA Welcoming Committee sponsors PFLAG which meets at our church. Confidentiality at each meeting is very important. Please join us or visit us at: www.pflagcornhusker.org
Tai Chi Every Wednesday • 6300 A Street Gallery • 5:30PM Beginners, 6:30PM Intermediate
All UU Members and Friends are invited. No experience necessary. Contact Karen Dienstbier 402-489-7545
Every three weeks •10:00AM 6300 A Street • Gallery
February 19 The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown March 12 Girl on a Train by Paula Hawkins April 2 Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates
Zen Meditation Every Thursday • 7:00PM 6300 A Street • Music Room
We are a small group of UU's who meditate at church each week. Contact Norm Simon 402-435-0225 nsimon1@neb.rr.com
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TH A NK Y O US Thank you for your service by being a Sunday Hospitality Team member! The work that you do is an important part of our Sunday morning activities and is appreciated by every single one of us!
Thanks to Curt Donaldson and Scott Braly for their work shortening the library table legs so it is now at a comfortable height and re-hanging the lights in the Sanctuary.
Thank you to all of the people who helped by making food for the 7 Principles classes held during the month of January! Your efforts were VERY much appreciated!
Do you need a replacement name tag? If so contact Karen Dienstbier at membership@unitarianlincoln.org or see her at church to request a replacement.
S UN D A Y S ERV IC E V O LUN TEERS January 31
Pulpit Decoration
Greeters
Debbi BarnesJosiah
Debbie Portnoy, Noreen Carpenter
February 7
February 14
February 21
February 28
Cindy Maly
Barbara Ellis
Vicki Treat
Debbi Barnes-Josiah
Jack & Carol Carlson
Orvis & Sheila Wall
Connie Benjamin,
Mary Sommermeyer,
Linda Hellerich
Molly Klocksin
Coffee Hosts
Jamie Radcliffe, Debbi Barnes-Josiah
TBA
TBA
TBA
TBA
Trustees
Rich Little
TBA
Jamie Radcliffe
Amy Birky
Amy Birky
Molly Klocksin, Marj Willeke
Marty Powers, Pamela Forster
Lori Straatmann, Priscilla Handy
Larry & Peg Pelter
Michael Reinmiller, Larry Gregg
Don Pinkley, Larry Gregg
TBA
TBA
LauraLee Woodruff,
Michael Straatmann, DiAnna Schimek
Denise DeBose, Naetion DeBose
Gene & LaVonne
Pamela Forster
John Atkeison & Kelly Carstens
None
None
None
None
None
Ushers
AudioVisual Welcome Table Chalice Lighters
Earl Kramer, Noreen Carpenter
Don Pinkley, Keith McGuffey
Hanlon
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FEBRUARY 2016
O U R C O M M U N I TY Thank You’s
Milestones, Millstones, Stepping Stones Our sympathies go to Cyn and Maddie Monohon on the recent loss of Barry Monohon. A wonderful Celebration of Life for Barry was held at the Unitarian Church on Saturday, January 23.
Our healing thoughts go to Barbara Kuhn who is recovering at SouthLake Rehabilitation Center. Cards can be sent to Barb at her home address. She would appreciate visits from her friends.
Congratulations to Elizabeth Meyer on joining us in membership recently. Look for her photo soon on the bulletin boards near the Welcome Table!
Mary Grabowski wants to thank all those who have visited and sent get well greetings to her while she was in the rehab facility. She continues to recover from her stoke.
S TA F F & LA Y LEA D ERS Staff Rev. Dr. Gretchen Woods, Interim Minister • revdocgwoods@gmail.com Fritz Hudson, Minister Emeritus • fhudson@uuma.org Charles S Stephen, Jr. Minister Emeritus • patandcharles@windstream.net Chelsea Krafka, Religious Growth Dir. • religiousgrowth@unitarianlincoln.org Jean Helms, Administrative Director • admin@unitarianlincoln.org Julie Enersen, Worship Arts Director • worshiparts@unitarianlincoln.org Karen Dienstbier, Membership Associate • membership@unitarianlincoln.org Christina Strong, Administrative Associate • associate@unitarianlincoln.org
Board of Trustees
Management Team
Christine Starr Davis Lindsay Bartlett, President Reed Maly, Vice-President Kathy Disney Molly Klocksin, Secretary Megan McGuffey Leslie Ryan Officers: Penny Urwiler Hess Dyas, Co-Treasurer Kristi Wamstad-Evans Linda Ager, Co-Treasurer Jamie Radcliffe Jo Donohoe, Assistant Amy Birky Rich Little Mary Sommermeyer, Curt Donaldson, Immediate Capital Campaign Treasurer Past President The Board of Trustees meets on the third Tuesday of each month at the Church. Any member or friend of the church is welcome to attend these meetings.
Church Office 6300 A Street Lincoln, NE 68510
Office Hours August 15 - June 14: Sunday: 9:00 AM—1:00 PM Tues-Fri: 9:00 AM —3:00 PM Closed Monday & Saturday Phone: 402.483.2213 Email: admin@unitarianlincoln.org Website: www.unitarianlincoln.org The Beacon is published monthly. Newsletter subscriptions are $20 a year. This newsletter is printed on 35% minimum post-consumer content recycled paper. It is also available online at www.unitarianlincoln.org/news Newsletter deadline for submissions is the 18th of the previous month.