South Bay Unitarian Fellowship Newsletter

President: Penny Hendricks Newsletter: Penny Hendricks Treasurer: Lorna McClellan

“It’s only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth ---and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up---that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had.” Elisabeth Kubler Ross

November 3 – Getting to “Best for All” Universal Healthcare Part 1 Our guest speaker will show and discuss why the US is the sickest country, has the highest healthcare cost with the poorest outcomes of all rich countries, and how “the B.I.Gs* have been able to morph healthcare into BIG BUSINESS with rigged capitalism and predatory behaviors. We will discuss what the Candidates for President are saying. (*Bullies Invested in Government)

NOTE: There are over 100 references in small blue print along with the information throughout Part 1 and 2. They can be accessed from the PDF with one click. If you would like the PDF just give your e-mail address to the speaker. Spread the word that we need the “Best for All” healthcare.

November 10 – Getting to “Best for All” Universal Healthcare Part 2 This discussion will be how to make the changes that are critical to a healthy universal healthcare system. The First: establish a Gov.org, Science and Value based Decision Making Entity with experts from all involved to make the rules that Gov.org mandates. ie prices, basic non-profit services, what insurers do. And as in all rich countries, the US would have both public and private pay with a uniform “floor” of coverage and standard benefits for all. This allows dignity for those who need subsidies and for profit choices, such as a private room.

November 17 – 12 months to Election: Can we save our Nation and our souls. A presentation and discussion led by UU Rev. Jon Dobrer, a Starr King and Theological Union graduate, served the UU Church in Fullerton from 1993-2014. Jon continues teaching, doing columns for newsgroups, newspapers and writing about our world. We welcome Jon again. Penny will moderate.

November 24 – BODY IMAGE a selection from the “The Philosophy of Consciousness” DVD series. Michael Bastone is providing us with the DVD.

VOLUNTEER SCHEDULE

Opener	Date	Refreshments	Closer
Lorna Mc	November 3		Penny
Bob Johnson	Nov 10		Claire
Lorna Mc	Nov 17	Joy	Penny
Lorna Mc	Nov 24		Claire
Lorna Mc	December 1		Penny

OPENERS arrive at 10:30 a.m., unlock doors, cabinet, put out signs, put on tablecloths, make the coffee, start water, set up cups, coffee, 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, tablecloths and supplies. If you need help, just ask.

If you cannot bring refreshments on the date listed in the newsletter, you may call someone and trade with them for another date that will be more convenient for you.

El Camino College, Marsee Auditorium, Redondo Beach Blvd. at Crenshaw in Torrance

From UUA: We covenant to affirm and promise a free and responsible search for truth and meaning. A goal of world community with peace, liberty and justice for all.

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 and are able to do so.

SBUF Programs If there is a particular topic you would like to see presented on a Sunday morning, or an organization you want to know more about, or a good book you would like to share, or any other ideas for Sunday morning programs, please call Penny Hendricks. Your input is valuable! Thank you for your help.

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