SOUTH BAY UNITARIAN FELLOWSHIP
MEETINGS: 11:00 a.m. SUNDAYS at 2603 Mathews Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA
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President: Carol Simpson Newsletter: Penny Hendricks Programs: Linda Klein
November - December 2005 Newsletter
“I do not want the peace which passeth understanding, I want the understanding which bringeth peace.” Helen Keller
SUNDAY PROGRAMS
November 20 - WHAT
A DIFFERENCE A YEAR MAKES. Just
one year ago, liberals were at a loss to explain the outcome of the presidential
election, and concerned about how President Bush would spend his political
capital. Who would have imagined that scandals, indictments,
incompetence and hubris would bring the Bush regime to its lowest point ever,
just one year into his second term? Carol
Simpson will lead a discussion about where we are now, and what progressives can
hope for in the next three years. Penny
Hendricks will moderate.
November
27 - INTELLIGENT DESIGN Last
August George Bush publicly stated his support for this alternative to the
theory of evolution to be taught in science classes. We will watch a short video
taped from Nightline that explains what intelligent design is, will show the
skillful marketing campaign taking place to promote it, and will include
interviews with the chairs of biology departments at some of our top
universities. Discussion to follow.
Moderator: Linda Klein
December
4 - THE COLLAPSE OF THE CIRCLES Our
speaker, Reverend Jim Conn, will explore the fading capacity of Americans to
form effective associational patterns while our public life feels dominated by
institutions over which we have no control.
Is this a construct forced upon us or is it a construct of consciousness?
Are we doing this to ourselves? And
how will it matter? Penny Hendricks
will moderate.
December
11 - SINGING THE JOURNEY Rev.
Teri Masters and (musical friends) will present this program.
We are blessed with the most amazing new hymnal supplement! It
is full of fresh hymns, chants, and songs for marking the seasons of our lives
within a myriad of musical styles. These
pieces will encourage your laughter, tears, comfort, and commitment to justice
along with a deep sense of compassion and gratitude for all that contributes to
our free faith. Our denomination is
vibrant, joyful, and thriving - and the music between the covers of Singing the
Journey reflects this amazing good news. Come to sing, come to listen, come to
celebrate! Carol Simpson will
moderate.
December
18 - FREEDOM FROM ASSUMPTION Barbara
L. Reinhart, M.A., will discuss how Unitarian Universalist principles and values
may be enhanced by integrating some of the wisdoms of Buddhist philosophy and
psychology. Barbara, a lifelong
Unitarian and former SBUF member, also became a practicing Buddhist in 1996. Her
private practice focuses on consulting in conflict management, stress and
burnout, team building, and personal growth dynamics.
The moderator will be Beth Perkins.
December
25 - A UU CHRISTMAS - Come and hear the UU message on Christmas Day, sing
Christmas carols and remember Christmases past. Moderator
- Les Berg
January 1 - WHAT’S HAPPENED TO PROP 71? California voters overwhelming approved an initiative that would provide $3 billion in bonds to fund stem cell research. The proposition said the research would benefit all Californians. It may turn out that most of the benefit goes to the biotech firms. The Foundation for Taxpayer and Consumer Rights is fighting to make sure the public's money actually benefits all of us. John Simpson will present this subject and lead the discussion..
VOLUNTEER SCHEDULE
Opening |
Date |
Refreshments |
Les B. |
Nov.
20 |
Les Berg |
Miles T. |
Nov. 27 |
Ted Doty |
Penny H. |
Dec. 4 |
Ada Furth |
John S. |
Dec. 11 |
Chuck Hendricks |
Les B. |
Dec. 18 |
Rich Johnson |
Miles T. |
Dec. 25 |
Thom Kilpatrick |
John S. |
Jan. 1 |
Carol Simpson |
OPENERS arrive at 10:30 a.m., unlock doors, cabinet, put out sign, start water, put on tablecloth, set up cups, coffee, etc. for the refreshments. Please display the fellowship candle on the circular table.
REFRESHMENTS need to arrive by 11:00 a.m. Please arrange a trade if you cannot attend or clean up on the day assigned. When you bring refreshments, it is your turn to be responsible for the clean up of the entire refreshment table including the coffee water and supplies. If you need help, just ask. By the way, thank-you very much!!!
***************CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS*************
November 20 - SBUF BOARD MEETING at Mathews Cottage after fellowship at approximately 12:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.
***************Communications Corner***************************
We extend our love and sympathy to John and Carol Simpson for the loss of John’s mother, Mary. She passed away on October 19, 2005 with John at her bedside.
Our hearts go out to Dick Radl. Dick’s wife passed away in her sleep in their home on Sunday, November 6, 2005.
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