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Our Heart’s Deep Longing – Praying and Prayer

April 11, 2021 10 a.m.Rebecca Crawford, Rev. Aaron Stockwell

In this intentionally multigenerational service inspired by one of your questions from the Question Box service, Rev. Aaron and Rebecca explore different Unitarian Universalist perspectives on prayer.

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We are curious, compassionate thinkers and doers. Diverse in age, ability, and spirituality, we build a community that changes lives. We welcome people of all ethnicities, gender identities, races, sexual orientations and family configurations. Our members and friends do include some people of color, and we have work to do to become a deeply multiracial and diverse community.

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63rd Annual Talent & Treasure Auction!

Hooray, hooray for the first of May!
It's time to prepare for our 63rd Annual Talent & Treasure Auction. Like last year, we will hold our auction virtually starting April 18th at 9am and ending Saturday, May 1st at 8pm. You will have 2 weeks to bid, and safe opportunities to pay & pick up your winnings. All donations must be submitted by Friday, April 16.
Send descriptions & up to FOUR pictures to be entered into our website: Beth at bethswalton@gmail.com
Arrange pickup or drop off donated treasures: Beth at bethswalton@gmail.com or 508-904-8401
General auction questions? Jen at jenwalton16@gmail.com

Anti-Racism Reflection and Practice

Our next meeting is April 28. We are examining the ways in which white supremacy manifests in our congregation and our denomination and ways that UU congregations have made progress on the path to an antiracist, multicultural congregation, Folx are invite to meet monthly on Zoom. Materials to reflect on will be sent ahead of time to those who register. We will gather to discuss ways we can be an ally with those who are facing injustice and oppression especially in our congregation. Check out recommended readings by clicking on the link below.

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Spiritual Book Group

Our next Spiritual Book Group meeting is on Tuesday, April 6 from 7:15-8:30 pm.
We are continuing to read essays from the book "What the Dog Saw" by Malcolm Gladwell. The two essays we are reading are: "Connect the Dots" and "Most Likely to Succeed." The spiritual books we read are from a wide variety of traditions, old and new. The group decides which book to read for the following gathering. All are welcome!

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Resources for Seniors and Caregivers

Are you a caregiver or worried about the future of a loved one or your own as age reduces one's abilities? Here is some suggested information to help. You can also reach out to a Caritas member for assistance.