In the Interim by Rev Liz Brown

I am looking forward to serving as your Interim Minister in the coming months.

After a year of living all by myself, I’ve been joined by my daughter Mariah, who just graduated from high school in Bryan, Texas. My marriage partner, Al Brilliant, is living and working temporarily in Greensboro, North Carolina. This year I’ll be in search for a settled position where my family can finally be reunited in the Fall of 2007.

Interim ministry is different from the settled ministry you have experienced for the last three years. For starters, it is short-term.  I will of course be available for pastoral care, but I will not, like a settled minister, have a long, open-ended time to get to know you all deeply.

As an interim minister, my focus will be more institutional than pastoral.  The sermons, Adult Education classes, workshops, and other programs I offer will be geared to what is sometimes called the Developmental Tasks of Interim Ministry.  (Please notice that the word is ministry, not minister. Ministry is something we all do together.

Just to remind you all of what you signed on for when you applied for an interim minister, these tasks are as follows

Task 1: Coming to Terms with History—The interim period offers a unique opportunity for a congregation to learn from its past, weigh its strengths and weaknesses, and prepare for a new future under the guidance of a new pastor.  It’s very important that the congregation take an unflinching look at itself this year.

Task 2: Discovering a New Identity—A self-study process can help focus the congregation’s identity, resulting in a picture based on reality and not on memories, whether fond or not, of past experience. Your recent work on mission and vision should help considerably with this task

Task 3: Structural Changes during an Interim—It is not unusual for a change in pastoral leadership to bring about changes in the lay leadership as well. Perhaps changes need to be made in the congregation’s way of doing things.  Part of the job of an Interim Minister is to shake things up a bit.

Task 4: Renewing Denominational Linkages—Congregations in the interim time are often more open to cooperation with their denomination than they may have been for a while, and this cooperation can yield rewarding results

Task 5: Commitment to New Directions in Ministry—As the interim period progresses, there is an increasing eagerness to move on. No longer shackled to its past, the congregation’s energy is increasingly focused on its future.

Conscientiously pursuing these interim tasks will greatly enhance the success of your new, settled ministry. Ideally, the end of the interim time will be a moment of celebration of what the journey has accomplished and of the congregation’s readiness for a new beginning. May it be so for us

Please do not hesitate to phone me at 727-599-6132, or come to see me during my office hours, Tuesday and Thursday, 1-7 p.m.

Blessed be!

Rev. Liz

President’s Corner by Tempie Taudte

Fall is always a busy and exciting time.  This fall we will participate in a process to discern our dreams for the future of our church.  This is a very important step, which will help us set priorities for short and long-term initiatives.

We will also hold our annual pledge drive in October. All of us are stewards of our church, and our collective financial responsibility sustains our beloved community.  Each of the programs of the church is important and we make them happen through our gifts of money and time.

Why should we donate to our church?  Each of us will have different reasons…we believe in the principles of a free and liberal religion…we want UUCT to continue to be a force for social justice in Tampa…we want to contribute our fair share to the work of the church…UUCT is an important part of our life…we want our church community to continue to be here when we need it…we want to provide a nurturing liberal religious community for our children and grandchildren…we want to bring the good news of Unitarian Universalism to Tampa Bay.

I hope you will contemplate the gifts that you have received from UUCT.  Give with pleasure and gratitude until it feels good.  You will discover that giving is a vital part of your spiritual growth.

Thank You, Martha!

To Martha Robinson, for her years of service and many, many, many nights of work and frustration with this newsletter, we give a well-deserved and long-overdue thank-you.  The value of your service to this community is incalculable.  Thank you for making this newsletter the amazing, unbelievable success it has become.  We will carry on as best we can, but you can never be replaced.  Thank you from the entire congregation!!

Are You Moving????

Have you moved?  Are you are planning to move?  If either of these applies to you and you would like to continue receiving the Domelight, please put your change of address on the guest register, located on the reception table in the entrance foyer, noting address change.  Printing your new address & phone number clearly will help us keep our records updated.

Migrant Workers Program

The Charity Committee would like to remind you that there is a basket for food offerings at the church entrance.  The basket is for nonperishable food and personal items; no clothing.  Please try to remember to bring something to share with those less fortunate.

Friendship Dinner News

August found us all gathering at Judy and Ralph Lehman's home for a great evening.  September 16th's hosts are Pat and Wayne Busbice. Pat has room for 12 guests and the sign up sheet is in the church foyer on the events bulletin board so sign up early.  For those of you who are new to UUCT the Frienship dinners are a great way to get to meet church members and friends of the church on a more casual basis.  When you sign up for a dinner the host will call you and give you directions to their home and ask what you would like to contribute to the meal.  The host usually provides the entree but that is not always the case and the guests bring the accompanying dishes.

If you have any questions or are unable to make it to church in time to sign up, please call Martha Robinson at 813-985-4777 or email mrobins7@verizon.net .

UUCT Board of Trustees

President – Tempie Taudte
Vice President – Diana Stevens
Treasurer – Ed Benedict
Member – Tito Basu
Member – Bill Blymiller
Member – Tom Hagner
Member – Mark Hanneberry
Member – Ralph Lehman
Member – Felice Richardson

Interweave

The mission statement of Interweave Continental, Inc.:

“Interweave Continental is a membership organization actively working to end oppression based on sexual orientation and gender identity, recognizing that we will not be free until all oppression is a thing of the past. We are an affiliate organization of the Unitarian Universalist Association, and our work is guided by Unitarian Universalist principles. We value and affirm the lives and experience of Queer people of faith of all ages, races, ethnicities, income levels, and abilities. By providing and supporting leadership, and working in collaboration with other organizations of similar vision, we strive to connect and nurture all Queer individuals, communities, groups, and their allies.”

The local UUCT Chapter of Interweave meets every 2nd Sunday after Church. Please see the Order of Service for details or questions can be directed to Jonathan Roudabush. The topic of our next meeting is Marriage Equality.

                 Humanism at UUCT

                     Bill Blymiller

As you might know from church announcements or from various emails there is a twice monthly meeting of folks who want to discuss Humanism and associated issues.  We started off calling ourselves SHAG (Secular Humanist Agnostic Group), moved to SHAAG (Secularists Humanists Atheists Agnostics Group) and may be moving toward SHAAFT (Secularists Humanists Atheists Agnostics & Free Thinkers).  In general the discussion members are united in their belief that there are no supernatural forces (god, spirits, etc.) at work in the world and that explanations other than faith or belief are necessary to explain events and occurrences.  This does not mean that individuals with a different spiritual bent are not welcome – the conversation can sometimes be quite stimulating.

For the past year we have been meeting (now regularly on alternate Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm) and have wrestled with issues like:  What is the source of values for Atheists?  What does it mean to be a Humanist?  What are the implications of the Humanist Manifesto?  How do the UU Principles fit in with Humanism?  What is the correct response to the call for a “language of reverence” in UU services?

Though the two hour sessions seldom solve or answer any of the questions, many of us go home with a new appreciation of some perspective on the issue different from the one we had when we went in.

I guess the real reason for the SHAAG/SHAAFT assembly is to provide a space where we can talk about the issues of life without god(s) and discover for ourselves what the implications are for us within our society, our country, our denomination, and our church.  We emphasize during the meetings that everyone is respected as a human being and accepted without challenge or qualm.  The ideas a person brings to the meeting, however, are open to discussion and debate. 

A recent topic of conversation brought up a definition of tolerance that expresses the group’s personality pretty well.  Being tolerant of someone does not mean that you don’t question or criticize their opinions or beliefs, it means that you don’t persecute them for their opinions or beliefs.  We don’t persecute, but we do question.

If you are interested check the announcements at church for dates or email me at bill@blymiller.com. 

              New Domelight Editor Chris Hendrickx

A bit about me: I live in Plant City with my wife, four cats and a dog. If you don’t see me with scratches and critter fur, it’s a good day. I’ve got a computer science degree and currently work in customer service. I’m on the CUUPS council and am heavily involved with that group.

As you might tell, I’m open to suggestions (such as the one that I introduce myself) – feel free to use the address at the bottom of the page for feedback as well as submissions.

UUA TRUSTEE TIDBITS by Joan Lund

Welcome to most of us to the new church year. I hope your summer was a good one. In June, the Task Force on Ministry To and With Youth published their summary report regarding the Youth Ministry Survey. The survey was designed and analyzed by Market Voice Consulting; 1,399 surveys were analyzed; and the average age of respondents was 15.2 years old. The results of the survey are important and very worthwhile for our Association as we make certain the spiritual development needs of our youth are being met.

The results of the survey indicated the vast majority of youth report that, on all levels of youth ministry (local, district/regional, and continental), they feel welcome and respected. Most respondents also believe that youth ministry programs provide them with opportunities to learn new things, to get involved in their communities, and to develop leadership. However on all levels of youth ministry and across all ages and identities, youth report that their spiritual needs are not being met. Only 53% of respondents consider their congregation their spiritual home. And similarly, 53 % say that their youth groups meet their spiritual needs. The question is how can our ministry with youth help them to determine their spiritual needs, articulate their faith, and feel spiritually fulfilled?

Only about half of respondents believe that adults in their congregation or their congregation’s board members other than advisors, RE directors, ministers and RE teachers, support youth ministry. This lack of local adult support suggests that this involvement may cause youth to feel alienated from adults in their congregations. The question becomes what aspects of youth groups, district/regional and continental youth programs are causing youth to feel alienated or isolated from adults in their congregation?

There are other findings as a result of the survey. Because the average age of survey respondents was fairly low and only 37% of survey respondents were junior high level, it is important we ensure that there are relevant opportunities and resources for junior high youth; and that this information reaches them, enabling them to be actively involved both within their congregation and in the larger UU community. Also, some youth choose to stop attending youth group or religious education, even if it’s available in their congregation, for various reasons. Fifty percent said they are too busy to attend, and another 25% stopped attending because they didn’t like the other youth in the program. About 24% started attending worship services instead. These results suggest that youth group/religious education did not meet the needs or engage the interest of these youth, and therefore they did not make it a priority in their lives.

Would you like more information? Contact jblund@uua.org or go on-line at http://www.uua.org and access the link for the Task Force on Ministry To and With Youth.

I wish each congregation in our District a great new church year.

UUCT - HOPE Update

Carol Partington

HELP US REACH UUCT'S HOPE SUPPORT DRIVE GOAL!

UUCT’s Support Drive to “Keep HOPE Alive” is progressing. Our church is a member of the Hillsborough Organization for Progress and Equality, diverse congregations working together for justice and dignity. Each year we invite you to invest in HOPE. So far this year we have received $2445 toward our $3000 goal. We only need $505 more to reach it!

We have fifteen members who have invested at the $100 (or more) level this year. In addition to last month’s list of investors, we have Gery Morey, Marjoe Keen, Paul and Kristi Van Sickle, and Patricia McCracken. Invest in HOPE now and see your name on this list next month! Stamped envelopes are available in the HOPE box in the church office for submitting your investment.

Progress is being made on the bus transportation issue. There are ways you can participate. If interested, call the HOPE office at 221-4673.

Mark your calendar for our next big Assembly. The HOPE Biennial Convention Assembly will be Sunday, November 5, 2006, at 4 pm. Details to follow. We need leaders to engage others in the listening process and to turn out large numbers of people to this important assembly.

Pledge Info

When making a cash contribution toward your 2006 pledge, please place the money in an envelope and print your name on the envelope.

We have a Mission and a Vision . . . but if we had a Dream . . .

by Mary Francis, Joan Lund & Ara Rogers

The Mission and Vision group’s work continues. Although we were able to agree on those defining ideas, the work of defining ourselves doesn’t end with the selection of particular phrases. How do we enact the ideas espoused in our mission and vision statements?  How will we create a “caring, justice-seeking community?” How do we let this community know that we seek to be “a center for liberal religious education for people of all ages?”

The Appreciative Inquiry metaphor for the desired future is “the dream.” Defining our dream is our group’s current preoccupation. Of course, there are choices — possible paths to take toward our desired future. It remains for all of us to understand the choices and to agree on which particular path we wish to travel. 

Over the next few months, our little group is going to try to alert you to choices in possible futures, or dreams, so we can make a conscious choice this November.

Why must we make a choice? In the words of the comic Steven Wright, “You can’t have everything. Where would you put it?”  Now that we are in a ministerial search, the conscious choice of deciding how to prioritize our energy and resources can also inform the other important future choice we have—who our next minister should be.  After all, the right minister will help us attain the future we choose.

Two possible dreams (and some possible ramifications of selecting them) are, "as we are; but better,” OR to “grow through membership.”

Dream #1 – As We Are; but Better

Perhaps you believe our church best meets your needs at its current size. Dream #1 supporters would like to keep the membership size the same but improve the church for those of us who attend. They would select a minister who is not interested or focused on numeric growth. The Care, Buildings and Grounds, and Adult RE committees would drive the majority of the church’s resources and would be our priority. The focus would be on improvements that might serve our interests and needs, to include meeting rooms, updated kitchen space, and general property improvements without extensive growth-enhancing changes.

It is a fine future, if we decide that’s what we want . . . or

Dream #2 – Growth Through Membership

How often have you thought…we could do so much more as a Church if we had more members? Why aren’t we growing? Would we attract more folks if we advertised and marketed our great congregation? These and perhaps other questions you have asked could become our UUCT focus for the future if you believe we should grow through focusing on our membership.

Perhaps we could create an active public affairs and marketing effort that is dedicated to attracting and keeping new members through advertisement and outreach. We would focus on improving the areas of our Church that are “early noticed” by guests and new folks. Our minister would be a person who is interested in bringing in new people and becomes an integral part of our planned membership growth efforts. Our Membership Committee would become the focus of our energy and all of us would help that team when asked. Maybe a mentoring team could help each newcomer find a comfortable place within our community. Friends and new members would be offered a covenant group in which to find acceptance and friendship with longer-members. We have a warm, loving congregation that could be even-more-so if we concentrated on growing through a focus on membership.

Have a question or ideas about the dreams for our future?  Contact a committee member:  Bill Blymiller, Ed Cole, Mary Francis, Joan Lund, Ara Rogers, Jonathan Roudabush. 

Choir Notes

The UUCT choir has begun its new year of rehearsals and by the time you receive this, a new choir director may also grace us!  We miss you lots, Dean, but life goes on. 

What a great time for those of you who have considered joining the choir but have just not done it for one reason or another.  We know you are out there and would welcome you with open arms.  You don’t have to be a star vocalist or even have to read music, just want to sing and have fun doing it.  We are in particular need of soprano voices and basses and tenors…the more the merrier. 

We rehearse at 7pm on Wednesday nights in the sanctuary, so if you have been toying with joining us…now is a great time to make the plunge.  For more information call Dan Miller: 813-932-2726

Election Rule:  Promote Issues, Not Candidates to Retain Tax-free Status

Interconnections, Summer 2006, Published quarterly by the UUA

In this election year many congregations are getting involved in the political process.  Here are the political activities that are permitted without risking loss of tax-free status:

Generally speaking, congregations can support issues, but not candidates or political parties.  It’s generally OK to work publicly on moral and political issues such as poverty, abortion, or the death penalty, and to educate and register voters in a nonpartisan manner.

The Internal Revenue Service says congregations and their representatives can do nothing that advocates for or against candidates for public office or political parties.  This includes endorsing specific candidates, fundraising on behalf of candidates, or donating meeting space.  Candidate forums are acceptable as long as all candidates are invited.  Distribution of biased voter guides or partisan campaign literature violates the IRS Code.

Rules about what congregations can and cannot do concerning lobbying, elections, and supporting candidates and issues are on the website of the UUA’s Washington Office at http://uua.org/uuawo.  Click on Advocacy Resources and look for The Real Rules: Congregations and IRS Guidelines on Advocacy, Lobbying, and Elections (in PDF format).

SHAAG – y – doG Story

Ralph Lehman

On the 9^th of August, there was a meeting of the Skeptics-Humanists-Atheists-Agnostics-Group.  Ten unlike-minded individuals, apparently sure of their souls but not convinced of the meaning of that term, met to discuss Salmon Rushdie’s take on religious language and on the basis of morality.  Under the fearless, self-effacing facilitation of Bill Blymiller a variety of views and challenges were offered.

After a spirited discussion of the merits of advocating vs. proselytizing for Unitarian Universalism, talk shifted to Salmon Rushdie’s issues.

We first focused upon the question of whether there can be religious language and/or spirituality without the concept of God.  Discussion included wonderment why atheists seem to spend a large part of their time talking about God, the meaning of ‘spirituality,’ and communication among non-human species.

The second half of the discussion centered upon: hardwiring vs. capacity for moral sense in the human brain, the role of societal influences, what the effects of brain damage might tell us, and the importance of rationality in moral decisions.

If  ‘to question is the answer’ and a variety of views enriches you, come join us every other Wednesday at 7:00 PM at Church.  All are welcome irrespective of their theistic inclinations.  Contact Bill Blymiller to join our e-mail list.  

Recordings of Services

Have a particular sermon you’d like to hear again? Really liked that choir anthem and would like a copy? Your favorite son/daughter/friend was featured in the service and you’d like a keepsake? All the services are recorded and available on CD. Just stop by the sound room and ask. Copies are $5 and are generally available the week following the request

Accessing the E-Mail Groups for The Unitarian Universalist Church of Tampa

If you'd like to join the church email group, send a note to this address:  UUTampa-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

If you're already a member of the church email group, you can view the message archives by pointing your browser to this location:  http://groups.yahoo.com/group/UUTampa/

To join the UUCT Social Action email group, send a note to this address:

UUCTSocialAction-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

If you're already a member of the UUCT Social Action email group, you can view the message archives by pointing your browser to this location:

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/UUCTSocialAction/ 

If you have any problems, contact Diana Stevens at: diana.stevens@verizon.net or call 948-4630  

Concerts in the UU Dome

Tuesday 9/26, 7:30 PM, $10.00:  CURTIS & LORETTA w/JENNY& RON OPENING.  Curtis & Loretta are a nationally touring duo recognized for their exquisite harmonies, incisive songwriting, and skill on an array of stringed instruments, including Celtic harp, mandocello, mandolin, guitar, clawhammer banjo, and ukulele. With winning stage presence that's been honed to a delightful edge after three decades of performing together, they delight audiences with their unique blend of original and traditional folk, Americana and Celtic songs.  Opening the concert is our own local, lovable Jenny James  & Ron Gilbert, with their sweet harmonies & multiple instruments. Friends, listen up!  Folk music don't get much better than this!  http://curtisandloretta.com     

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Sunday, 10/8, 3:00PM, $10: MINDY SIMMONS & ELLEN BUKSTEL 

These two songbirds are sure to please.  Although Florida folk audiences may be familiar with seeing Mindy (from Sarasota) solo, or Ellen (from Miami area) solo or with her brother, we haven't had much of a chance to see Mindy & Ellen perform together. Word is that they're a good match & whether they are doing songs that are serious or hysterically funny, they present an outstanding show & have a blast together. And so does the audience!    

http://www.bukstel.com    

http://mywebpages.comcast.net/thechirp1/index.htm

 

Friday, 10/13, 8:00PM, $12.00 advance, $15.00 at the door: TRACY GRAMMER   (Doors open @ 7:15)  Contact Gloria at 813-837-6572 or gshello@tampabay.rr.com  for info as to how to pay in advance. “Tracy Grammer is a brilliant artist and unique individual. Her voice is distinctive, as is her mastery over the instruments she plays.” - Joan Baez    

Tracy is a nationally touring artist who is garnering major acclaim. We are excited about having her (and her sideman JIM HENRY) participate in our concert series.     http://www.tracygrammer.com 

http://www.jimhenry.net     

A Drink from CUUPS

Circles in the Woods CUUPS (Convenent of Unitarian Universalist Pagans) is a committee within the Unitarian Universalist Church of Tampa.

CUUPS offers "rites of passage" rituals of Handfastings (marriage), Wiccanings, House Blessings, Womanings, and other life and spiritual celebrations. Just drop off a message in the CUUPS mailbox at UUCT, or email ohughes@tgh.org and we will get back to you.

Full Moon Celebrations

We host Full Moon Celebrations on the Saturday closest to the Full Moon.

Ritual begins at 7:30 pm followed by shared feasting. This is an open family event, so yes, children are welcome! Sorry, we do not yet have child care so you will be responsible for their care. To minimize disruption during ritual, no one is allowed to enter the building once the circle is cast. Donations are most welcome to help pay for the use of the building. Please feel free to bring a dish to share.
All are welcome who come in Perfect Love and Perfect Trust! 

Upcoming Rituals:

September 9th: Presented by As Always Coven

October 7th: Presented by Circle of One

Circles in the Woods CUUPS Meetings

Circles in the Woods CUUPs holds a monthly business meeting the first Monday of each month at 7:00 PM at The Unitarian Universalist Church of Tampa. The meeting typically lasts 30 minutes to an hour and is followed by a class. Donations for class materials and use of the building are appreciated.

NO MEETING IN SEPTEMBER DUE TO LABOR DAY

Class Schedule:

October 2nd: Candles & Spells

Circles in the Woods CUUPS / Sacred Oaks Circle Dedication

The Wheel has turned, and it is time again for Sacred Oaks Circle to accept dedicants.  Those interested in dedication should come forward at August or September FMC.  Further information and requirements for dedication will be provided at these two full moon celebrations.      

What is Sacred Oaks Circle?

Sacred Oaks Circle is an eclectic Wiccan teaching group affiliated with Circles in the Woods CUUPS.   CUUPS is a national organization that supports all pagan paths within the Unitarian Universalist church.   Circles in the Woods CUUPS is a committee at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Tampa.  CIW CUUPS can sponsor groups and circles that wish to provide a more specific and focused religious path, thus the formation of Sacred Oaks Circle. 

Who are the members?

Members of SOC include both Initiates and Dedicates of Wicca. Dedicates are seekers of the craft exploring Wicca as their potential spiritual path while Initiates participate in Circle activities and teaching of the Dedicants. In accordance with CIW bylaws, the Gatekeeper, LadyStarPuma, is a member of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Tampa, Circles in the Woods CUUPS and CUUPS National.  It is a requirement for Dedicates to join CUUPS National and Circles in the Woods CUUPS and are encouraged to become members of UUCT.

 How can I become a Dedicant?

Individuals are invited to express their interest in Dedication at the August and September CIW CUUPS Full Moon Celebration. The rules and work for SOC Dedication will be provided at that time and, if agreed, the Dedication ritual performed in February. 

Where can I get more information about Circles in the Woods CUUPS?

More information about Circles in the Woods CUUPS can be found at http://www.geocities.com/uutampa/CUUPmain.htm.

For more information contact:

LadyStarPuma (Mary) – gldnpuma@earthlink.net – 813-390-4648

Mayd Heron (Jamie) –  Jamie@thebrassbell.net

The real art of conversation is not only to say the right thing at the right time, but also to leave unsaid the wrong thing at the tempting moment.

Witches Masquerade Ball

Circles in the Woods CUUPS at UUCT Saturday, October 28, 2006

Harry Potter Theme

This year we’ve brought back several items from last year, and made several improvements.  This is a partial list and a work in progress, but it should give you an idea of what to expect.

• Admission has been lowered from $8.00 to $5.00 to allow you to participate in more events.

• Improved menu includes vegetable and meat lasagna, salad and bread.

• Expanded musical selection means more requests can be fulfilled and dance energy will be better.

• In addition to the Tarot booth from last year, a second Tarot booth has been added along with a Rune reading booth and a Pendulum reading booth.

• Revised, pre-planned schedule means Bardic Ghost Stories will be happening and guests will know when each event is occurring.

• Costume contests will return. Don’t feel you have to only come as characters from Harry Potter. Other family-appropriate costumes are welcome as well. Muggles (that’s non-magical folk) are welcome too, and are a big part of Harry Potter, so strictly speaking, no costume is necessary.

Look to next month’s Domelight for a more complete list of events, prices and information. Lots of help is still needed for setup, work during the event, and teardown. If interested, please contact Mary by email gldnpuma@eatrhlink.net.

UUCT Religious Education / Family Calendar 2006/2007

(Tentative)

September 3: NO RE CLASS: Labor Day weekend

September 10 (11:00 AM): Homecoming Family Service (Water Communion: Bring water from your summer adventures!)

October 28: Witches Masquerade Ball – Harry Potter theme!

October 29 (11:00 AM): Day of the Dead Family Service – Bring photos & mementos of loved ones who have passed on.

November 19 (11:00 AM): Thanksgiving Family Service – Guest At your Table Kick-Off

December 9 (7:00 PM): Tree Trimming and Cookie Party – Games, Arts & Crafts, Stories, Music, LOTS OF FUN!

December 17 (9:00 AM): Christmas Pageant Rehearsal

December 24 (11:00 AM): Intergenerational Christmas Pageant

December 24 (7:00 PM): Christmas Eve Candlelight service followed by hot fudge sundaes

December 31: NO RE CLASS – Happy New Year!

April 1 (11:00 AM): Blessing of the Animals Family Service – All furry, scaly, and feathery friends are welcome!

April 8 (12:15 PM): Easter Egg Hunt and Party

April 22: Earth Day Project

May 20 (11:00 AM): RE Sunday

“I always wanted to be a procrastinator, but I never got around to it.” – Now be sure not to procrastinate too long! The Next Domelight Deadline is September 17, 2006

Calendar of weekly events

SUNDAY
10am                            (Grades 1-12) Youth R.E. (Small Dome)
10am                         Meditation in the Meadow (follow Signs)
10am                                           Current Affairs (Small Dome)
11am                                                                  Sunday Service
11am                                 Child Care for babies in the Nursery

WEDNESDAY                 
7pm                                                                       Choir Rehearsal

THURSDAY
8:30am               Nature Walk in the Park (info: 813-988-6453)

Life is an endless struggle full of frustrations and challenges, but eventually you find a hair stylist you like.

Calendar of September Events

September 5…………………....……………………...Election

September 6 (7:00 PM)……....……………..Choir Rehearsal

September  9 (9:00 AM – Noon)………..Buildings & Grounds

September 9 (7:30 PM)………..………Full Moon Celebration

September 13 (7:00 PM)…………………...…Choir Rehearsal

September 15 – September 17..………………..….YRUU Con

September 17…………………….DOMELIGHT DEADLINE

September 20 (7:00 PM)……………...…….Choir Rehearsal

September 21 (7:00 PM).…………………….Board Meeting

September 24 (12:15 PM)……….....(Nursery) Living by Heart

September 26 (7:30 PM) ………...Concert: Curtis & Lorettz

September 27 (7:00 PM)……………………...Choir Rehearsal

Joys & Concerns

If you feel moved to share either a joy or concern, you are encouraged to first write it on the form on the clipboard located in the reception area just outside the minister’s office hallway door. Your participation in this process will help the minister and the Care Committee better serve our church community.