“BON VOYAGE, CLAUDE AND ROBERTA” Rev. CJ … · 2015-10-13 · PRESIDENT’S BULLY PULPIT #6...

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Sunday, October 18

The Problem Is Not Cognitive

Rev. CJ McGregor

10:30 AM

Will we create needed change by clinging toUnitarian Universalism as merely an intellectual

Week of October 12, 2015

PRESIDENT’S BULLY PULPIT #6“BON VOYAGE, CLAUDE AND ROBERTA”

Claude and Roberta Morency are moving toMontgomery, Alabama to live with Claude‘s son.Wednesday evening October 7th, a well-attendedpot-luck dinner was held in Ministers Hall to bidthem a fond farewell. This charming couple who arein their 90s, have added a lot of color to ourcongregation over the years they have been

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Unitarian Universalism as merely an intellectualmovement? No. Action beyond lectures andworkshops is required of us to create wholeness.

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Newstalk

9:15 AM

Allen Maxwell returns for the session on October 25.

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New Member Orientation

A new and prospective member orientation andluncheon is scheduled for October 24. For completedetails go here.

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October Sunday services

October 25UU Principles and the United Nations at 70

Allen Maxwell recognizes United Nations Day

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congregation over the years they have beenmembers. Roberta’s health has declined sufficientlyso that this move became necessary.

Both Claude and Roberta made fashion statements ofa kind when they attended services on Sundays.Roberta’s dresses are elegant and beautifully sewn,reflecting an era when ladies tended to be moreconservatively and modestly attired than is commontoday. Claude on the other hand wears unique stylesof clothing that might best be called “eclecticchic!” From his signatory white beret to his flowerysilk shirts, from his gold necklace ornaments to hisspring-supported shoes, Claude Morency is anoriginal, and in more ways than one.

How many people do you know who have spentthirty years sailing around the world and living on a38 foot sailboat? Who have you heard of who quithis steady job in order to pursue his dream of a lifeat sea, picking up odd jobs in various ports of call inorder to support himself? Born and raised in FrenchCanada, Claude Morency enjoyed life as a globaltraveler, and still managed to marry and raise a son.Those congregants and friends who have regularlyattended “News Talk” prior to services on Sundaymornings, will no doubt recall Claude’s fairlyunconventional take on current issues.

Roberta on the other hand has been a land lubber

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If you would like to contact a member of ourstaff consider using email:

Rev. CJ McGregor Minister [email protected]

Barbara Hatzfeld Office [email protected]

Beth Mathews Child and Youth [email protected]

Peilin Ko Sunday Music [email protected]

Willie Nelson Sexton [email protected]

Blessings,

CJ

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Requests from our administrator,Barbara Hatzfeld

Ushers are needed for Sundays.

Roberta on the other hand has been a land lubber(this is not the couple’s first marriage) who haspursued several different careers. Among them localradio and TV programmer, producer and scriptwriter; fashion designer; marketing manager; andpaid lecturer. One of her pet concerns is the largeamount of iron in American processed foods whichshe believes causes serious side effects in the body.To reduce the amount of iron in the blood, Robertarecommends frequent blood donations to the RedCross.

Roberta and Claude are both musically inclined. Heplays the harmonica and accordion, although helearned to master both instruments informally, byimitation and trial and error. Roberta enjoys singing.Our sanctuary has been graced on more than oneoccasion by the Morencys’ performing duets andsolos. Those who have spent time with them knowthe couple has a positive attitude, loves to laughand often puts happy smiles on the faces of folkswith whom they interact. Roberta and ClaudeMorency--we’re sure gonna miss ya!

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The rest of the week of October 12 -

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Ushers are needed for Sundays.Ushers should arrive at 10am and stay until11:45am. Two are needed each week.There is a sign-up sheet and list of duties on theHymnal cart; or contact Barbara at 627-6105 [email protected].

1ST UUPB Mission Matters; Each Sunday during theworship service through Nov. 29th, Money will becollected for the purpose of repairing the marqueesign damaged by vandalism. There will beenvelopes for cash contributions. For checks, Write“1st UUPB Mission Matters” on the memo line.

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Thanksgiving DayCongregational Dinner

Continuing our tradition of holding holiday dinners,we will be having an organized pot luck dinner atthe church on Thanksgiving day, November 26,2015. All members and friends of the congregationand their guests are invited to join in.

We will start off on the patio with wine andmunchies at 4:00, as a meet and greet. We willthen proceed to dinner in Minister's hall followedbe desert and a sing-a-long. Now this is all in itspreliminary state and is subject to change.

Small Group Ministry

2 PM in the Channing Room

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Tuesday, October 13

AGENDA, BOARD OF TRUSTEES 1ST UUPB

Channing Room, 7-9 p.m.

Call to order (AK). Opening words, (CJ). Chalicelighting

1-Welcome guests. Welcome Phyllis Levin,temporary, non-BOT member, interim recorder.Guest issues discussed/reviewed first (discussiontime deducted from total)

2-SE Cluster Meeting/Workshop at UUFBR--representation 1st UUPB BOT 11/7/15

3-Consent agenda. Approval of minutes of 9/8/15.Treasurer's Report (JM).Assistant Treasurer's Report (FS). Councilreport(PW). Minister's report(CJ). (30 minutes)

4-Old Business. Status refurbishing Sanctuary doors-




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preliminary state and is subject to change.

Everyone is expected to bring a dish to be sharedby eight people. This is where the "organized" partcomes in. You'll need to call us, the chairpersons,to make a reservation and we will discuss whatfoods are needed and you will advise of yourparticular possible offerings. No one will berequired to do more than they can but, as this isThanksgiving, all are expected to make their foodcontribution. There will also be a small financialcontribution required to cover the Congregation'scosts, including the heavier part of the setup andcleanup.

Hope you all can make it. We're certain a greattime will be had by all!

Frank and Anne Marie Smith, Chairpersons

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4-Old Business. Status refurbishing Sanctuary doors-Ben Juhl. Status Thrift Store permit change-PW/Roberta Marshall. Status LDT-PW/AK. Updatenew members' orientation meeting-Brian Johnson.Implementation written evaluation Rev. CJ-AK.Consideration hiring Claudia Jimenez, p.t. two-yearInterim Minister beginning August 2016. (45 minutes)Note: Relevant documents being emailed to BOTmembers

(5 minute break)

5-New Business. Update Team 7, StewardshipCampaign Planning Committee-AK; kick-off dinner,mid-January; Team 7 to begin meeting November toplan small group approach to pledge drive.Discussion: Schedule church-related activitiesposted on central bulletin board? Possible changes tochurch website?-CJ. (40 minutes)

Extinguishing Chalice, closing words, CJ.Adjournment

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Wednesday, October 14

Meditation at Palm Beach Shambhala,1660 SouthernBlvd, Ste. D & E, West Palm Beach. You may visitthe website for more information:




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Posted lately on the1stUUPB Facebook page

Take Me to the River A 12 week study ofthe Hebrew Bible/Old Testament foreveryone. Tuesdays, 10:00am to 11:45amin the Channing Room Nov 3 - Jan 19

Rev CJ McGregor's sermon Who's theBoss? (video)

Justice Action Ministry TeachingThursday Program (5 photos)

Farewell to Claude and Roberta Morency(6 photos)

the website for more information:http://palmbeach.shambhala.org/

6:30 PM

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Choir rehearsal - open to all.

7 PM in the Sanctuary

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Thursday, October 15

Teaching Thursday

6 PM Dinner in Ministers HallProgram at 7 in the Sanctuary

Golden Star will cater

Menu Buddha's DelightPork with Mixed VegetablesFried RiceWhite RiceCookies & ice CreamB Y O B

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Membership as a Spectrum ...If we trulybelieve that everyone in our faithmovement matters, whether they areofficial members or not, it is clear we needto re-conceive what it means to beconnected to Unitarian Universalism....

Rev CJ McGregor reads excerpt from TheLaw Versus Religious Belief, by IanMcEwan (video)

KentHogwarts School of Witchcraft andWizardry ...J.K. Rowling’s best-sellingseries might be complete, but Harry Potterlovers continue to clamor for a seat at theKentHogwarts School...

Canned Goods for the Lake Park FoodPantry (2 photos)

Sunday Service, Oct 4, 2015 (13 photos)

Some recent graphics -

Donation suggested $10 (surplus goes to thecongregation)

Reservations by Wednesday at 2 PM to Barbara at627-6105 or [email protected].

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Rev. CJ will present his Minister's Study

Nothing Gold Can Stay 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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There will be no Justice Action Ministry meetingtoday.

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Secular Humanists of Palm Beach County

9:30 AM for breakfast

The meeting begins about 10 in Ministers Hall

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You can also find us at Salt Air(http://uusaltair.blogspot.com/) and at From 635(http://1stuupbfrom635.blogspot.com/)

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OWL (Our Whole Lives) Session 2 of 3

11 AM - 5 PM in the Ross Room

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Emergency Medical Assistance benefitperformance - details here.

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SAVE THE DATES - from Rev. CJ

Minister's Study: Teaching ThursdayNothing Gold Can Stay October 15, 22, 29 7-830 pmin the Sanctuary.

Nothing Gold Can Stay is based on the poem byRobert Frost and the book by Mark Belletini, we willstudy twenty-two simple yet profound reflectionsthat explore the many and varied forms of grief andloss. How do we manage in a time in our life whenloss is a daily occurrence. Loss of friends, family,youth, health and more.

Call the office for an outline of what we will becovering each week. 561-627.6105 The outline canbe mailed or emailed to you.

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Thanksgiving DayCongregational Dinner

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Meditation & Mindfulness:Ancient Wisdom for Modern LifeFriday, October 30TH, 7:00 pm

their guests are invited to join in.

We will start off on the patio with wine andmunchies at 4:00, as a meet and greet. We will thenproceed to dinner in Minister's hall followed bedesert and a sing-a-long. Now this is all in itspreliminary state and is subject to change.

Everyone is expected to bring a dish to be shared byeight people. This is where the "organized" partcomes in. You'll need to call us, the chairpersons, tomake a reservation and we will discuss what foodsare needed and you will advise of your particularpossible offerings. No one will be required to domore than they can but, as this is Thanksgiving, allare expected to make their food contribution.There will also be a small financial contributionrequired to cover the Congregation's costs, includingthe heavier part of the setup and cleanup.

Hope you all can make it. We're certain a great timewill be had by all!

Frank and Anne Marie Smith, Chairpersons

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Second Saturday Book Group

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Join the extraordinary Tibetan Buddhist scholar andmeditation master, Venerable Khenpo TsewangDongyal Rinpoche for a special evening ofmeditation. Receive heart instructions on how tomeditate and be mindful using simple techniquesthat have been practiced for thousands of years.These meditation practices will calm your mind andreveal its' natural potentials for greater clarity,love, compassion, and wisdom. Khenpo Rinpochewill explain the incredible benefits of thesetechniques and how we can easily apply them inour daily lives. There will be plenty of time forquestions and answers.

Ven. Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal Rinpoche was bornin eastern Tibet and is a master of Dzogchen, themost advanced tradition of meditation practice inTibetan Buddhism. He is the founder of thePadmasambhava Buddhist Center(www.padmasambhava.org), has been teaching andleading meditation retreats internationally fordecades, and has published over 25 books with hisbrother, the late Ven. Khenchen Palden SherabRinpoche. Khenpo Rinpoche travels extensivelywithin the United States and throughout the world,giving teachings, empowerments, and personal

This book group, one of our 1st UUPB Adult Programofferings, will begin its 2015-2016 season onNovember 14 from 10 am until noon in our sanctuary.These meetings, held the second Saturday of eachmonth November through April, are open tomembers of our congregation and our community atlarge. For further information, you can contact DorieMaxwell —email: [email protected] or cellphone: 561-301-4204.

Here is the schedule of our readings this season,followed by more extensive information about eachselection.

Cultural Differences or Inequalities: What would Ihave done?

November 14 The March by E.L. DoctorowDecember 12 Euphoria by Lily KingJanuary 9 Waiting for Snow in Havana by Carlos EireFebruary 13 Go Set a Watchman by Harper LeeMarch 12 My Beloved World by Sonia SotomayorApril 9 The Children Act by Ian McEwan

Cultural Differences or Inequalities: What would Ihave done?

The March, a historical novel by E.L. Doctorow;published September 12, 2006; 363 pages; setting—1864-1865—the last few months of the US Civil War—


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giving teachings, empowerments, and personalguidance at numerous retreats. He is known for hisamazing sincerity and humor, great scholarship, andfor making profound teachings easy to understandand apply in our busy, modern lives.

A reception and book signing will be held in thedining hall after the talk.

We hope you will join us for this extraordinaryevening.

A $15 donation is suggested. For more information, please call the Palm BeachDharma Center (561) 547-4711 or [email protected] www.pbdc.net

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UU Dine Around Update:

2015: SOLD OUT! We are very pleased to announcethat all of the UU DIne Arounds for 2015 have beensold out. We will give a final report to thecongregation on Sunday, October 25th.

2016: We still need hosts for the following months:June, August, September, October, and November.Please let us know if you are interested in

1864-1865—the last few months of the US Civil War—in Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina. ……ANew York Times Bestseller, winner of the NationalBook Critics Circle Award, Winner of hePen/Faulkner Award, finalist for the 2006 PulitzerPrize for Fiction. (Doctorow, a notable Americanauthor, best known for his works of historicalfiction, died in July this summer. Since 2015 is the150th anniversary of Lincoln’s death and the end ofthe Civil War, this selection seems a fitting way tohonor both deaths—Doctorow’s and Lincoln’s.)

Euphoria, a historical novel by Lily King; publishedJune 3, 2014; 288 pages; setting—1930s in NewGuinea. ……A New York Times Bestseller, Winner ofthe 2014 Kirkus Prize, Winner of the 2014 NewEngland Book Award for Fiction, a Finalist for theNational Book Critics Circle Award. (Clearly based onanthropologist Margaret Mead’s relationship with hersecond and third husbands.)

Waiting for Snow in Havana: Confessions of a CubanBoy, an autobiography by Carlos Eire; publishedJanuary 28, 2003; 400 pages; setting —1950s in Cuba.Winner of the 2003 National Book Award forNonfiction. (In 1962, Carlos Eire was one of 14,000children airlifted out of Cuba —exiled from hisfamily, his country, and his own childhood by therevolution. The memories of Carlos’s early life arethe heart of this memoir.)

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Please let us know if you are interested inparticipating in this interesting fund raiser for thechurch. If you have any questions, please do nothesitate to contact us.

Fondly,Phyllis and [email protected]

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Cluster Growth Workshop November 7

Carey McDonald, the UUA`s Outreach Director, will

the heart of this memoir.)

Go Set a Watchman, a historical novel by HarperLee published on July 14, 2015; 288 pages; setting—1950s in the small Southern town of Maycomb,Alabama. (Although written before her first and onlyother published novel, the Pulitzer Prize-winning ToKill a Mockingbird (1960), it was initially promotedby its publisher as a sequel, but is now moreaccurately seen as an earlier draft.)

My Beloved World, an autobiography by SoniaSotomayor; published on January 7, 2014; 336 pages; setting —1950s-1990s in the Bronx, NYC, & NewJersey. (In this memoir Supreme Count JusticeSotomayor recounts her early life, from growing upas a child of Puerto Rican emigrant parents in ahousing project in the Bronx to being appointed afederal judge in New York.)

The Children Act, a novel by Ian McEwan, publishedSeptember 9, 2014; 240 pages; setting—contemporary times in London, England. (Like MyBeloved World, this too deals with a high courtfemale justice, this one a fictional British High Courtjudge presiding over cases in the family court.Should the secular court overrule sincerely heldfaith? )





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Carey McDonald, the UUA`s Outreach Director, willbe the featured speaker at the SE UU Cluster`sAnnual Meeting November 7. The theme of themeeting is "tending and growing our congregations."Carey and the Rev. CJ McGregor of the FirstUnitarian Universalist Congregation of the PalmBeaches will speak on growth, marketing and thefuture of faith. How can we reshape our faith toattract Millennials? How can we create a culture ofgrowth? How can we develop our congregations?There will be hands on sessions in the afternoon onSocial Media and other topics. [Bring your smartphones and tablets/laptops.]

This exciting workshop will be at the UnitarianUniversalist Fellowship of Boca Raton 2601 StAndrews Blvd, Boca Raton, FL 33434www.uufbr.org on Saturday, November 7, from9:45 AM to 4 PM. Registration, which includescontinental breakfast and lunch, is $15 advance, and$20 at the door. To register send a check payableto the SE UU Cluster to Kathy Jens-Rochow,Treasurer, 1420 SW 13 St., Ft. Lauderdale, FL33312. Indicate dietary preference on the note line.Mail before Monday, November 2. PayPalregistration will be available soon. For informationcontact Steve Jens-Rochow [email protected].

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