SOUTH BAY UNITARIAN FELLOWSHIP
MEETINGS: 11:00 a.m. SUNDAYS at 2603 Mathews Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA
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President: Penny Hendricks Newsletter: Penny Hendricks Treasurer: John Simpson
December 2012 Newsletter
“The
world shall know that I will keep my faith to friends and enemies, come what
will.”
SUNDAY
PROGRAMS
December 4 –
BEING UNITARIAN—WHAT IS THE APPEAL? This is a
continuation from a May program. There are Seven Principles
and Promises which are generally agreed on by our membership as valued and
worth our support.
December 9 –
CHANUKAH begins tonight and the first of the candles will be lit to
celebrate this joyous holiday. Come and hear the Chanukah story and the
traditions and histories of the menorah, the draydel, gift giving, and foods
eaten at this time. Linda Klein will lead the celebration.
December 16 –
TIS THE SEASON Often we learn more about ourselves and each other by
sharing stories, thoughts, or personal history. Come to share memories of
the holidays or a poem or reading or something you care about. Penny
presents program.
December 23 –
THE HIDDEN TRUTHS BEHIND CHRISTMAS There is more to Christmas
than the familiar Biblical stories. Christmas renews our need for human
connections. Our good friend Reverend Emeritus Ernie Pipes will share his
ideas and point of view. Come and remember your special connections.
Bob Johnson will moderate.
December 30 –
THINKING BACK AND LOOKING FORWARD So we can ask ourselves:
what was the best part about the year 2012? On a personal level, do you
have a change in mind for yourself (perhaps a resolution to start in the New
Year?) Come and celebrate the New Year.
January 6 – HOLIDAY PARTY AND POTLUCK It is time for the annual Fellowship and friends potluck and white elephant party. (NO MEETING IN MATHEWS COTTAGE) Join the fellowship at Bob and Linda’s at 3:30 pm. Please RSVP to let them know what “kind of pot” you will be bringing. Please bring a wrapped white elephant to play the gift game after dinner.
Opener |
Date
|
Refreshments |
Closer |
John S. |
December 2 |
Lorna McClellan |
John S. |
Bob J. |
December 9 |
Chuck Hendricks |
Penny H. |
Lorna Mc. |
December 16 |
Carol Simpson |
Penny H. |
Lorna Mc. |
December 23 |
Peter Landecker |
Claire A |
John S. |
December 30 |
Penny Hendricks |
John S. |
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January 6 |
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Lorna Mc. |
January 13 |
Miles Thompson |
Penny H. |
Openers arrive at 10:30 a.m., unlock doors, cabinet, put out sign, start water, put on tablecloths, make the coffee, start the water, set-up cups, etc. for the refreshments. Please display the fellowship candle on the circular table. Place the Guest Book, name tags, and offering basket on the long 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!
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OF UPCOMING EVENTS*************
Greetings from The Concert Singers. On Saturday, December 1, 2012, we will be performing our Winter concert: Make We Joy: Holiday Music From England. This will be an all-British choral concert, with music from madrigals to new favorite songs and arrangements by English composers, such as Holst, Vaughan Williams, Gardner, Rutter, and more! We will be joined by the Joyful Noise Handbell Choir under the direction of Beth Mays. We will also be partnering with St. Joseph Center in Venice to help provide canned goods for their food pantry. Guests who bring canned goods to the concert will get $2 off the tickets at the door. Please, help The Concert Singers support this center and the families they serve. Tickets are a suggested donation of $15 in advance or with canned goods, or $17 at the door. The concert starts at 7 pm and will be held at Westchester United Methodist Church, 8065 Emerson Avenue, Los Angeles CA 90045.
. ***************Communications Corner**************************
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.
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