Hello, Starr King family. Did you find a state of mind that kept “thanks” firmly embedded in Thanksgiving? It’s perhaps my favorite holiday and its glow of well-being generally lingers; rat-a-tat-tatting out a list of my gratitudes is always good practice. One of my foremost gratitudes is belonging to this spiritual community. You give me … Continue reading Andy’s Flaming Chalice – December 2012
I had good fortune to spend a few days in Chicago just before Thanksgiving. Chicago is one of these fabulous “in between” cities, partaking of the East and the West Coasts. The weather was balmy and the people were amiable. I was attending and presenting at a Near Eastern archaeology conference; the attendees were from … Continue reading Interning – Travels and Reflections
The book discussion of our common read will take place after the service on 12/9 at 12:30 in the sanctuary. We invite all those who are interested, provoked, concerned or eager to learn to attend the gathering.
All UUA music books, including hymnals are 20% off at the UUA bookstore for another week. Your purchase supports the work of the Association on behalf of our congregations.
Led by Marla Bacina and Rev. Katie Kandarian-Morris. Come to a candle-lit sanctuary for an hour of peace on this mid-week night. Listen to beautiful piano, reflect upon seasonal readings, and sit for sustained periods of silence. Childcare will be available. Begins at 7:00 p.m.
Has your child been officially welcomed into our church community? As adults we become members of the congregation. For our children, UUs do a child dedication ritual as part of a Sunday service. On Sunday December 16th, we will hold a child dedication for the children of SKUUC. If you would like your child/ren … Continue reading Child Dedication, Sunday December 16th
Also on Sunday December 16th, the church will be having its annual Christmas party, putting up a tree, and decorating ornaments after the service. Please plan to stay a little later than usual after church!
Thank you for shopping at the UUA Bookstore. Your purchase supports the work of the Association on behalf of our congregations.
* Wisconsin elected the first openly gay US Senator, Tammy Baldwin. * 3 states passed marriage equality (Maine, Maryland, Washington), the first time for a state wide referendum (vs a court decision or action by the state legislature). This brings the number of states with full marriage equality to 9. * Minnesota voters rejected a … Continue reading BGLTQ 2012 Election Highlights
I’ve always been a fan of Christmas, the many secular bits as well as the more religious parts. In my house, we’ve not only got the originally Victorian inspired Christmas tree with its roots in American Unitarian history, but a menorah lit for Hanukkah, and more than one cultural style of nativity crèche. Traditional holidays … Continue reading Katie’s Bay View – Merry, Merry Everything Good
