SOUTH BAY UNITARIAN FELLOWSHIP
MEETINGS: 11:00 a.m. SUNDAYS at 2603 Mathews Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA
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May 2007 Newsletter
“I
have noticed that nothing I never said ever did me any harm.”
Calvin Coolidge
SUNDAY PROGRAMS
May
6 - MY PERSONAL LEAP OF FAITH Bill
Nunan will discuss the development of his essay presented March 26 on NPR.
Bill is a past member of SBUF.
May
13 – INHERENT WORTH AND DIGNITY We,
the member congregations of the Unitarian Universalist Association, covenant to
affirm and promote the inherent worth and dignity of every person.
This comes from the bylaws of the Unitarian Universalist Association,
Article II Principles and Purposes. Do
we “walk the talk”? Richard
Johnson will lead this discussion.
May
20 - IF THERE IS A GOD, SHE IS A WHALE
Getting up close and personal with the friendly gray whales in
the San Ignacio Lagoon of Baja was a peak religious experience for Carol Simpson
and several of her fellow travelers on their early March adventure. Carol will
show video that includes humans caressing and kissing a baby whale, and discuss
what made the encounter so magical. John Simpson will moderate, and also add his
two cents worth.
May
27 – NO MEETING IN MATHEWS COTTAGE TODAY.
On May 28,
Memorial Day Linda Klein and Bob Johnson will host a Potluck and General
Meeting at their home in El Segundo at 4:00 p.m. Main meat dishes will be provided, but side dishes, vegetable
dishes, fruit, desserts would be appreciated.
Penny Hendricks is coordinating the “pots” and would like to convey
to Linda and Bob whether or not you plan to attend. Please call Penny or send her an e-mail.
June
3 – WHAT IS IT ABOUT WALLS? From
Hadrian’s to China, from East Berlin to Israel, from the DMZ to the Green
Zone, from Suburbia to the Border --- why do we humans persist in building what
does not, apparently, work? Is
there a message here? Rev. Jim Conn
returns to present this program. Jim
is an excellent speaker. Currently
he is Director of New Ministries for the California-Pacific Conference of the
United Methodist Church. Jim was
Minister of the Santa Monica Church for years.
He also served as Mayor of Santa Monica.
Come and enjoy. Penny
Hendricks will moderate today.
VOLUNTEER SCHEDULE
Opening |
Date |
Refreshments |
|
Closer |
Bob J. |
May 13 |
Dave Miller |
|
John S. |
Chuck H. |
May 20 |
Carol Simpson |
|
Rich J. |
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May 27 |
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|
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John S. |
June 3 |
Beth Perkins |
|
Beth P. |
Bob J. |
June 10 |
Eleanor Thrane |
|
John S. |
Chuck H. |
June 17 |
Claire Aukerman |
|
Rich J. |
Miles T. |
June 24 |
Miles Thompson |
|
Penny H. |
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*************
May
20 - SBUF BOARD MEETING in Mathews Cottage at 12:30.
Everyone welcome.
May
25 - Beach Cities Symphony Concert on Friday at 8:15 p.m.
Free Admission/Free Parking at El Camino College, Marsee Auditorium on
Redondo Beach Blvd., at Crenshaw. Information
at 379-9725 or ask Peter or checkout http://BeachCitiesSymphony.org.
***************Communications Corner***************************
SBUF PROGRAMS
WE
ARE GLAD YOU ASKED!!!
How
do I become a member of the South Bay Unitarian Fellowship??
Membership is open to all persons 15 years of age or older who
sign a membership card expressing agreement with the purpose of the Fellowship.
Members become eligible to vote and hold office three months after
signing membership cards. Members are expected to participate in SBUF activities and to
provide a helping hand and financial support when needed.
HURRAH for the fellowship!!! We have a new member: Milt Holmen has been attending many Sunday mornings over the years as well as offering a variety of programs. Milt officially became our newest member.
KUDOS to Les Berg. Les led the effort to replace the SBUF sign on the west side of Mathews Cottage. Thank you, Les. The new sign is a big improvement.
More KUDOS to Les Berg. There will be another smaller SBUF sign indicating the entrance to Mathews Cottage.
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