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Gallery35 The New Sanctuary
Task ForcePages 3-4
OpportunitiesPages 5-8
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November CalendarCredits & Guidelines
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Issue 44 • Oct./Nov. 2011
On Tuesday, September 13th, a group of
members and friends of Community
Church, including two members of First
Church in Brooklyn and a young man (5 years
old) from the Museum Magnet School in
Manhattan (and his mother) took a tour of
Plymouth Church in Brooklyn Heights, the first
of a series of “Spiritual Journeys” led by Esther
Rosado, our Director of Lifespan Religious
Education.
Once called the “Grand Central Depot” of the
Underground Railroad, Plymouth Church has
just changed its name back to what it was
before the 1934 merger with the Church of the
Pilgrims, also in Brooklyn.
The tour was given by Lois Rosebrooks, Director
of History Ministry Services at Plymouth Church.
Lois’ storytelling ability made the historical
events come alive with chilling effect as she
described the buildings and their furnishings,
many of which are original. Lois spoke candidly
about Plymouth Church’s first pastor, Henry
Ward Beecher, and his untiring passion for jus-
tice. She talked about two of his 12 siblings,
Harriet Beecher Stowe, whose novel, Uncle Tom’s
Cabin, was inspired by real life events, and
Katherine Beecher, an effective educator who
inspired the establishment of girls’ schools
across the nation. Lois gave a history of
“Beecher’s Bibles,” boxes packed with rifles,
but lined with Bibles (in case they were opened
accidentally during shipment), destined for anti-
slavery settlers in Kansas Territory. She also
described the ripple effect Beecher’s revolution-
ary hymnal, The Plymouth Collection, which put
words and music on the same page for the first
time, had on Protestant worship throughout the
land.
In the sanctuary, Lois pointed out the pew where
Abraham Lincoln sat during one of his two visits
to Plymouth Church in 1860, and talked exten-
sively about Mark Twain’s relationship with the
church and its two pastors, the second of whom
was Henry’s younger brother. (Twain’s best-sell-
ing novel during his lifetime, The Innocents
Abroad, was based on a pilgrimage he took with
members of Plymouth Church to the Holy Land in
1867.) She described how congregants would
begin lining up at 6 am on Sunday mornings in
order to get a seat in the sanctuary to hear
Henry Ward Beecher, and how some actually
slept outside along Orange St. the night before
Charles Dickens spoke there. She recounted
Beecher’s prediction that it was going to take
100 years for the nation to heal in the wake of
the murder of Abraham Lincoln, and how, almost
100 years later (1963), the Rev. Dr. Martin
Luther King, Jr. delivered his speech, The
American Dream, in that same sanctuary before
heading down to Washington, D.C.
The tour included well-documented details of the
church’s activities on the Underground Railroad,
as well as a portrait (not the original) of Pinky,
the enslaved “mixed-race” girl who was pur-
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2 Christie Jeffers5 Jiajun Wu9 Brigid Shorter-Cupolo
11 Rosalie AndersonJacob Hudson Buron
14 Deborah Washburn19 Doris Jeffrey20 Kai Peter Garcia23 Laura Breach
Polly Franchini25 Mary DeLisi
Laurence Reilly26 Craige Moore Cioletti27 Laura Ann Wilson28 Eva Foreman30 Ray Olive Clark
BIRTHDAYS
November 2011
1 Mary Gilliard2 Annise Jean Bradley5 Everette Ball5 Ruth Miller11 Ed Fox 13 Maria Longas13 John Yancey13 Kate Hinds14 Catherine Ross15 Bruce Southworth19 Odella Washington22 Connie Moore23 Jane DeTorre25 Andrew Daniele25 Charlotte McPherson25 Penelope Stothers27 Ed Dejowski28 Martha Wagner
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Members Out and About
On Thursday evening October 6th, Joel
Mandelbaum’s Chaconne for Chamber
Orchestra will be premiered by the Nova
Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by
Donghyun Kim at the Good Shepherd Faith
Presbyterian Church, 152 West 66th Street
(between Broadway and Amsterdam Avenue)
at 8 pm. He will offer a talk about the program
at 7:15 pm. The program will include Mozart's
Sinfonia Concertante with superb violin and
viola soloists and Copland's Appalachian
Spring. Tickets are $20 ($10 for students and
seniors) but Joel will gladly supply free comps
to any Community Church member who
notifies him in advance.
(more news next page)
chased by members of Plymouth Church at a mock auction and
then granted her freedom on the spot, and the sculpture of Henry
Ward Beecher accompanied by two teenage African-American
girls (the Edmonson sisters) who were also purchased from slav-
ery by the congregation. We also saw the stained glass windows
made by Louis Comfort Tiffany that were moved from the former
Church of the Pilgrims to Plymouth Church in 1953, as well as an
authentic chunk of Plymouth Rock.
Additional events in this series, organized with the help of church
member and licensed NYC tour guide Brenda Carpenter, are
planned throughout the remainder of the church year. Plans
include a visit to Temple Emanu-El, the largest and most beauti-
ful synagogue in NYC; an outing to the Tibetan Buddhist retreat
on Staten Island; an evening of gospel music at Abyssinian
Baptist Church in Harlem; and more. Not all of the destinations,
however, are places of worship.
On October 24 we plan to visit the Rubin Museum of Art for a
guided tour of the exhibit, Pilgrimage and Faith: Buddhism,
Christianity and Islam. We will gather in the Rubin Museum Café
(150 West 17th Street, (off 7th Avenue, NYC) on the ground floor
for an optional lunch and conversation beginning at 1:00 p.m.
The entrance fee is as follows: Adults ~ $10.00, Seniors (65 and
older) ~ $5.00, Students ~ $5.00, Children (12 and younger) ~
Free.
In the spring, an outing to the Cloisters in Upper Manhattan is in
the works.
For information on costs, travel arrangements, etc., or to sign up
for any of these “spiritual journeys,” please see Esther Rosado
during Fellowship Hour or contact her at 212.683.4988, ext. 23 or
Where Does Your Spiritual Journey Lead You?
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A Note from Devon Allison~ Interim Administrator
Dear Members and Friends of Community,
As we awaited Hurricane Irene I experienced firsthand the
extraordinary commitment of the church staff to the operations
of the church.
I can say with few exceptions that everyone stepped up, to ensure
the safety of our guests, members and property.
Valerie worked from home on her vacation to send out email
updates and notifications concerning the impending storm and to
alert members that we would not be holding Sunday Services.
Franklin too came in on his vacation to remove items from the
roof and grounds that might blow around during the hurricane.
Robin and Brianna worked tirelessly on Thursday before the
hurricane to ensure the safety of our guests. They left flashlights
and information in every room in case of severe weather. They
informed guests who to contact and that I was on site if any
emergency arose. Robin took every call I made to her as questions
arose and was most helpful.
Anthony worked Friday to clean up water damage from a pipe in
building 32. He was invaluable to me as I evaluated the needs of
the grounds as they concerned the hurricane. Anthony too
answered his phone and took all of my questions (no matter how
stupid) with good nature.
Thea’s knowledge of the church and how to order necessary items
was instrumental in ensuring that we had flashlights, water and
other basic necessities should the storm strike with a vengeance.
Brianna was amazing coordinating the shelter, giving me websites
to follow for NYC, and helping Robin. She committed to stay until
all was in order on Thursday. Her willingness to help is an example
we could learn from.
Jerry’s, Jonathon Long’s, Daniel Gregoire’s, and Anthony’s willing-
ness to spend the night in the guest house in the event we held
services on Sunday, was amazing. They each agreed without taking
a breath to think about their family and home responsibilities.
I’m sure I am forgetting some employees and their services.
But please know how special your employees are, and remember
to thank them for their service to your church during this most
unusual situation.
A Note from Valerie Lynch~ Membership Coordinator
Dear Members and Friends of Community,
I just past my third anniversary here at Community
Church. It has been an incredible experience, meeting
so many wonderful people and learning so much. I
now need to let you know that I am embarking on
another adventure. After many years, my husband and
I are returning to the Phoenix, Arizona area so that we can be closer to
children and grandchildren. The good news is that I will be able to
continue serving as your Membership Coordinator thanks to the
internet. I will be able to stay in touch by phone as always and still
work with communications – Community Connections, Community
News, Weekly E-Announcements, Church email notices and others.
I will also continue working with database development – keeping in
touch with members, friends and visitors. I will continue to be involved
with Community Church until our new Membership Coordinator is on
board. Thanks in advance for your love and support as we work
together for the growth of Community Church.
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Members Out and About
The Pew Center for Arts and Heritage has published
a wonderful article about church member Delores
Browne and her career in dance. Delores Browne:
A Gift for Dance by Lisa Kraus can be found at
http://www.pcah.us/dance/culture-and-dance.
Many of you will likely remember Delores' moving
stories in a Sunday morning sermon conversation
with Rev. Southworth
Lois Ross is a member of the NYC Labor Chorus and
she invites you to the 20th Anniversary Concert at
Town Hall, 123 W 43rd St (between Broadway and 6th
Ave) on November 5, at 8 pm. Contact Lois for tickets
$25/$15 for seniors.
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Gallery35 Launches New Website—www.gallery35nyc.comby Virginia Asman
Gallery35 now has its own web address! It provides the most up-to-date information on theexhibitions and events sponsored by this very active committee. The site also contains pages with the background and sample work of Gallery35’s artists as well as links to their individualwebsites.
Check out the site and consider signing up for a FREE subscription so you can keep abreast of all the latest news!
Current Exhibition:
Oudi Arroni: “Portraits” September 22 - October 16, 2011
Opening Reception: September 22, 6-8 pm
Opening in October:
Karen Neiman: “Collagitude and Attitude” October 16 - November 20, 2011
Opening Reception: October 22 4-7 Closing Reception: November 20 1-3pm
For details, visit http://www.gallery35nyc.com
The New Sanctuary Task Force
by Leonore Tiefer
The New Sanctuary Task Force is still working hard to help Fatoumata
Gassama and her 6 fabulous children whose sole source of income,
the husband and father, was cruelly and unnecessarily deported to
Senegal in 2007. They live in a homeless shelter, but all the kids are
in school and healthy. Fatoumata is taking steps towards her GED this
year. We are planning to repeat the great Big Apple Circus success of
last year and want to raise $250 for tickets and pizza dinner! Please
see Leonore Tiefer or Christie Jeffers to contribute to this event or to
see how you can help the family in general.
Fatoumata and family at the Christmas Dinner
Action for Justice’s Resistance Cinema
(Admission is free, donations appreciated.)
Sunday, October 9, 1:15 pm
The War We Don’t See
John Pilger breaks through the media coverage of war to uncover
ugly truths being concealed or deceptively reported and a war we
never see.
October 30, Forks Over Knives
Can we control or reverse most of the degenerative diseases that
afflict us by rejecting our present diet of animal-based and
processed foods?
November 13, The Economics Of Happiness
Corporate globalization is being challenged by people all over the
world who are rediscovering the advantages of localism.
November 27, Grown In Detroit
A public school where 300, mainly African-American, pregnant and
parenting teenagers are taught agricultural skills on the school's
own farm.
December 18, Bananas (Resistance Cinema ANNUAL HOLIDAY
PARTY) The hilarious Woody Allen classic spoofing revolutionary pol-
itics in Latin America and the U.S.
UU Christian Fellowship, Front Lounge
1st Tuesdays of the month, October 4, 7:30 pm,
MNY-UUCF, a local chapter of the national UU Christian Fellowship
(UUFC), is led by the Rev. Kelly Murphy Mason, a community
minister and former Vice-President of the UUCF. The chapter meets
the first Wednesday of every month at Community for fellowship
and discussion, religious education, and spiritual deepening.
Anti-Racism Team
1st Friday, of each month. October 7, 6:30 pm, Gallery
Popcorn & Opinions Screening at 7 pm – Smoke Signals
Co-chair Bob Gumbs will give us a brief update on racism and
politics followed by a brief discussion. Smoke Signals, is written by
Native American Sherman Alexies and is told from a Native
American perspective. Join the members of the Anti-Racism Team
as we continue to expand our horizons with the help of controversial
films and documentaries.
The Death of Josseline – UUA Common Read
Wednesday, October 5, and October 19, 6:30, Chapel
Participants are invited to read and discuss The Death of Josseline:
Immigration Stories from the Arizona-Mexico Borderlands by
Margaret Regan. We will finish reading and discussing the book
this month. Please RSVP to Esther Rosado at [email protected] or
212-683-4988
Living the Mystery
Various Tuesdays 6:30-8:00, Conference Room
October 18, November 22, December 20,
January 17, February 21, March 20, April 17, May 15
Living the Mystery" is a monthly exploration of significant issues
for our lives in the interdependent web of all existence. Topics will
not be announced in advance (it is a mystery, after all), but you
won't be disappointed! Led by the Rev. Orlanda Brugnola, currently
Interim Minister at the UU Fellowship of Briarcliff, Croton and
Ossining. Rev. Brugnola has taught many classes for adults at
Community Church since 1990.
Social Tea
Tuesday, October 25, November 29, 2 pm, Chapel
Join us for a guest speaker, light refreshments and
conversation.
Sipping & Searching
Rev. Dr. Anthony Johnson will facilitate this popular discussion
group. Join us for pizza, soft drinks, beer and great conversation.
Wednesdays, October 26, 6:30 pm, Front Lounge
The Evolution of God. Does religion evolve?
Wednesday, November 30, 6:30 pm, Front Lounge
Green Sanctuary’s Future Visions Film Series
Thursday, October 13, 7 pm, Gallery
Chris Martenson explains “The Crash Course” video seminar is
my attempt to synthesize – in a coherent, rigorously factual, and
easily digestible form – the information that I gathered over a
period of five years revealing the interdependence of our economy,
environment, and energy systems. My goal is to shed light on the
limits of our present economic model of infinite growth as we
increasingly face the realities of a planet with finite resources. I
seek to lay out possible paths for our future and to provide people
with tools and information so that they will be better able to make
informed choices.
Thursday, November 10, 7 pm, Gallery
Film title to be announced
"Bible Study for Spiritual Seekers"
3rd Tuesdays of each month,
October 18, 7:30-9 pm, Chapel
continuing 10 monthly sessions
Join Rev. Kelly Murphy Mason, UU Community Minister, for a new
Bible Study. Everyone is invited to explore with us.
Sessions continue: (see next page)
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2) Interpretations of the Bible (Different Versions)
3) Beginning with Genesis
4) Out of Egypt Into Israel
5) Reading Wisdom Literature
6) Redemption and the Messianic Vision
7) The Synoptic Gospels
8) Resurrection and Incarnation
9) Salvation and Revelation
10) Sacred Scriptures
Three texts are highly recommended: John Buehren's Understanding
the Bible (Beacon), John Nichol's A Wind Swept Over the Waters,
and The New Revised Standard Version of The Holy Bible (American
Bible Society). None are required.
Also, because 2011 is the 400th anniversary of the King James
Bible, a real milestone in Western civilization, we hope to offer a
field trip in the fall to the Museum of Biblical Art near Lincoln
Center.
Contact Esther Rosado, Director of Lifespan Religious Education, if
you have questions. Please RSVP to Esther at [email protected] or
212-683-4988, ext. 23.
Doing Global Good
2nd Tuesday, October 11, 6:30-8:00 pm, Conference Room
In 2000, the world's leaders committed to the 8 Millennium
Development Goals and by 2002 they had agreed on specific
targets to be met by 2015.
Where do we stand? Who are the players? What are the success
stories and challenges? Are these goals are a beacon of light fully
consistent with our UU principles and leading toward a beloved
global community? Join us as we discuss these questions and in a
series of four monthly Tuesday sessions this fall.
Facilitated by Dr. George Garland
October 11: Promote gender equality and empower women;
progress in maternal health, the UN Foundation’s Girl Up, Three
Cups of Tea, efforts to address trafficking, workplace equality.
November 8: Combat HIV/AIDS, malaria and other diseases;
ensure environmental stability. Global Health and Sustainable
Environment Nothing But Nets, Doctors Without Borders, Clean
Cookstoves, Carbon Tax, Energy Efficiency, China
December 13: Develop a global partnership for development.
Secular Humanist Society of NY – Book Club – 1st Thursdays
Thursday, October 6, 6:30-8:30 pm, Gallery
SELF COMES TO MIND: Constructing the Conscious Mind
by Antonio Domasio
From one of the most significant neuroscientists at work today, Self
Comes to Mind is a path breaking investigation of a question that
has confounded philosophers and neuroscientists for centuries:
How is consciousness created? Damasio introduces an evolutionary
perspective that entails a radical change in the way the history of
conscious minds is viewed and told. He explains that many species,
such as social insects, have minds, but humans are distinguished
by the “autobiographical self,” which adds flexibility and creativity,
and has led to the development of culture, a ”radical novelty” in
natural history. Paperback and Kindle editions.
Thursday, November 3, 6:30 pm to discuss: IS THE INTERNET
CHANGING THE WAY YOU THINK? The Net's Impact on Our Minds
and Future by John Brockman
Brockman, publisher of Edge.org, posed the question to more than
150 of the world’s most influential minds, including Dawkins,
Dennett and Harris, of course, but also the likes of Brian Eno, Helen
Fisher, Martin Rees and Alan Alda. “Brilliant, farsighted, and fasci-
nating, Is the Internet Changing the Way You Think? is an essential
guide to the Net-based world.” Paperback and Kindle editions.
Community Women
“Made In Dagenham”
Sunday, October 16, 1:15 pm, Assembly Hall
Film and discussion
Set against the backdrop of the 1960s, the film MADE IN
DAGENHAM is based on a true story about a group of spirited
women who joined forces, took a stand for what was right, and
in doing so, found their own inner strength.
1968 Rita lives in Dagenham and, like many local women, she
works at the Ford plant stitching together seat covers. It's intricate
work carried out in sweltering conditions. So why, she wonders, are
the workers paid the same as unskilled laborers? Is it because the
work is unskilled? or is it in fact because they are women?
Made in Dagenham shows how, the Dagenham women managed to
overturn an age old hypocrisy.
Facilitator: Maureen Holder
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Kate Braestrup Pulpit Guest – October 30, 2011 – Morning Worship 11 a.m.
Kate Braestrup is a Unitarian Universalist Community Minister, law
enforcement Chaplain, and the author of the New York Times best-
selling memoir, Here If You Need Me, Marriage and Other Acts of
Charity and Beginner's Grace: Bringing Prayer to Life.
After Fellowship Hour at 12:45 pm, Rev. Braestrup will join us for
questions and discussion.
“[Braestrup is] self-deprecating, funny and feisty and seemingly
extremely honest with herself. She writes of her religion and its
teaching in an approachable way, much like spiritual author Anne
Lamott…” Amy Canfield, The Miami Herald
“Even the most jaded secularist would fall for the chaplain of the
Maine Warden Service.” Karen Schechner, Cleveland Plain-Dealer
Let’s Get Acquainted
Sunday, October 2, 12:30-1 pm in the Conference Room
Have you been visiting recently? Would you like to learn more about
Community Church? About “UU”, Unitarian Universalism? Come
meet for a conversation with Rev. Bruce Southworth, our Senior
Minister. Bring your questions
Annual Shelter Dinner
Sunday, October 9, 6 pm, Assembly Hall
All shelter volunteers are invited to our annual celebration. If you
are interested in volunteering contact George or Fred. Please
RSVP to George Garland [email protected] or Fred Corden
Two offerings from our Senior Minister
Unitarian Universalist Elevator Speeches
Thursday, October 20, 7:00-8:30 pm
We’ll work on crafting personal statements about Unitarian
Universalism, which will help you to articulate your own core faith
and to introduce UUism to others effectively and succinctly.
Bucket Lists
Monday, October 31, 7:00-8:30 pm
Do you have some things you really, really, really want to do before
you "kick the bucket"? Led by Rev Bruce Southworth
METRO DISTRICT ANTIRACISM AND DIVERSITY COMMITTEE
CONCLAVE 2011 “Solidarity As Spiritual Practice”
Saturday, October 15, 2011, 9 am-4 pm
(light breakfast at 8:30am) Building Healthy Congregations –
Metro NY UU District.Keynote Speakers: Taquiena Boston & Josh
Pawelek Building the Beloved Community requires work Solidarity
is a unity of purpose or togetherness. Spiritual practice means
embodying our values . We can't learn to build effectively just by
reading. This Conclave offers opportunities to explore, experience
and enrich our understanding in ways that are both deep and
joyful.
Building Healthy Congregations – Metro NY UU District Begins
Begins Saturday, November 12, 9 am-4 pm
A series of six workshops, designed for a time of rapid change in
congregations, will be offered beginning at Community Church, on
Saturday, November 12. They are based on an understanding of
the congregation’s functioning as an emotional system of interre-
lated parts. It is a way of thinking about both the congregation
and its leadership. These workshops led by skilled UUA staff center
around the stewardship of the congregation: how leaders care for,
respond to, and oversee the congregation’s life together. Church
leaders and members from the Metro District are encouraged to
attend. In August at the regional UU Leadership Team Institute, our
team of seven from Community got a preview and recommend
these program enthusiastically. Watch for more details.
Spiritual Journeys at Community Church
See page 1 to learn mor about this new series.
What are spiritual journeys? It is what Joseph Campbell would term
a call to adventure, except that we will not be heading off into the
unknown. Each month, from September through May, Brenda
Carpenter and I are planning to plan a field trip that could take the
form of a visit to house of worship, museum, labyrinth, garden, or a
lecture. We welcome your suggestions from something you read or
heard, and they can come in the form of a phone call or e-mail. In
the month of October and November, we have a spiritual journey
planned for each month.
October’s Spiritual Journey
Does your Spiritual Journey include a Pilgrimage of Faith at the
Rubin Museum? Join us as we explore the role of pilgrimage in
three of the major world’s faith tradition.
Monday October 24, the last day of the exhibit Pilgrimage and
Faith: Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam, we will take a guided tour
from 2:00-3:00 pm, of this collection of art and artifacts dating
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back to the 9th century. We will gather in the Rubin Museum Café
(150 W. 17th Street, NYC) on the ground floor for an optional lunch
and conversation beginning at 1:00 pm. We have 15 slots available.
Admission: Adults: $10.00, older adults (65 +): $5.00, Students:
$5.00, Children (12 and younger): Free. Please contact Esther
Rosado, Director of Lifespan Religious Education, by phone at
212.683.4988, ext. 23, or by e-mail: [email protected].
November’s Spiritual Journey
Tentatively, on Tuesday, November 15, from 2:00-3:30 pm, we are
planning a tour of Temple Emanu-el, pending confirmation.
Located at Fifth Avenue, this Romanesque Revival building, with
beautiful mosaics and stained-glass windows, it is considered one
of the most beautiful Jewish houses of worship. There is no admis-
sion fee, but donations are accepted. contact Esther Rosado,
Director of Lifespan Religious Education, by phone at
212.683.4988, ext. 23, or by e-mail: [email protected].
Information will also be posted in the Sunday announcements.
UU Women’s Association Annual Weekend Renwal
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, November 11-13,
Theme: Walking Sacred Paths – Labyrinths & Yoga
A Two Part Workshop on Labyrinth Journeys combined with diverse
meditation activities that allows us to go within and find the
missing “Peace.” LABYRINTH – a metaphor for our life’s journey –
a place for ALL to nourish their spirit. Let’s explore this together.
Location: St. Josephat’s Retreat House, 1 East Beach Drive, Glen
Cove, NY, (516) 671-8980. Click on link on our website home page
for registration information or stop by the Welcome Table for a Flyer.
Arabic Language Workshop
3rd Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 2 pm., Gallery
Join us as members and friends continue our exploration of the
Arabic language by learning simple phrases, questions and
answers, and holiday greetings. Correct pronunciation will be
stressed and different dialects will be covered. A rudimentary
knowledge of the Arabic alphabet is strongly recommended.
Classes began September 17, and will end June 16, 2012
Altered Books and Poetry
Tuesday, October 25 and November 29, 6:30-8 pm
Conference Room
For all who enjoy poetry – We’ll share our own, our favorites by oth-
ers and perhaps be inspired to write new ones. Bring along an old
book you no longer want and we can also re‐create a book for you to
keep the poems. RSVP to Esther Rosado at 212-683-4988, ext. 23
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Other Events at Community
Peoples Voice Café – Most Saturdays, 8 pm
October 1, 15, 22, 25 and November 5, 12, 19
Visit www.peoplesvoicecafe.org for upcoming shows
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Galería Café
New dates will be announced soon.
Common Read – The Death of Josseline
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18:00 People’s Voice Café
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29:30 Choir Rehearsal
11:00 Morning Worship11:00 Sunday School12:15 Fellowship Hour12:30 Let’s Get Acquainted
1:15 Action For Jusice
MONDAY, OCTOBER 3
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 46:30 Circle (Redick)7:00 Streetsingers7:30 UU Christian Fellowship
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 56:00 Buildings & Grounds6:30 Common Read
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 66:30 Secular Human Soc.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 76:30 Antiracism /Film
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 99:30 Choir Rehearsal
11:00 Morning Worship11:00 Sunday School12:15 Fellowship Hour12:45 Volunteer Choir
1:15 Resistance Cinema6:00 Annual Shelter Dinner
MONDAY, OCTOBER 10Holiday, Church Office Closed
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 116:30 Doing Global Good7:00 Streetsingers
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 126:00 Church Council
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 137:00 Green Sanctuary Film
Series
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 159:00 AntiRacism Conclave
10:00 Arabic Class8:00 People’s Voice Café
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 169:30 Choir Rehearsal
11:00 Morning Worship11:00 Sunday School12:15 Fellowship Hour1;15 Community Women
MONDAY, OCTOBER 177:00 Personnel Cmte.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 186:30 Circle (Redick)6:30 Living The Mystery7:00 Streetsingers7:30 Bible Study
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 196:00 Textile Study NY6:00 Finance Committee6:30 Common Read
THURSDAY,OCTOBER 207:00 Gallery357:00 UU Elevator Speeches
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 215:30 Antiracistalliance.com
Potluck
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 228:00 People’s Voice Café
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 239:30 Choir Rehearsal
11:00 Morning Worship11:00 Sunday School12:15 Fellowship Hour1:00 UN/Global Affairs
MONDAY, OCTOBER 246:00 Committee on
MinistryTUESDAY, OCTOBER 252:00 Social Tea7:00 Streetsingers
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 266:00 Board Meeting
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 276:00 Art Group
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 298:00 People’s Voice Café
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 309:30 Choir Rehearsal
11:00 Morning Worship11:00 Kate Braestrup11:00 Sunday School12:15 Fellowship Hour
1:15 Resistance Cinema
MONDAY, OCTOBER 317:00 Bucket List
Events Calendar for October 2011
FOR MORE Adult Religious Education and
Opportunities/Events October & November
see pages 5, 6,7,8
BJ’s Place needs your helpby Lisa Gluck
The state government in Albany voted to end funding for food
to the Partnership for the Homeless, and consequently, BJ’s
Place has lost our $10,000/year budget that we used to
provide sandwiches, snacks and breakfast cereal to our
guests. We are asking members of the congregation to
donate either food, or funds to purchase food, on the Second
Sunday of each month, to help us offer hospitality to our
homeless guests. The items needed are simple staples, such
as bread, butter, peanut butter, cheese, juice, milk and
cereal. Please contact Lisa Gluck if you would like to donate.
(917) 887-4212.
PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO COMMUNITY CHURCH
WITH BJ’s PLACE IN THE MEMO LINE
Newly Designed Name TagsA new look for a new church year – We now have newly designed
Name Tags! There are several designs to choose from. All have
quotes related to UU principles: Justice, Freedom of the Mind,
Living Boldly with Love and Courage. Select a nametag during
Fellowship Hour. Can’t decide? You can always request another
design at a later date. A special thanks to Marjorie Vai for her
wonderful designs.
WE ARE NOW ON YOUTUBE – Go to www.youtube.com and search
“Spiritual Basics”. Let us know your thoughts!
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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17:30 UU Christian Fellowship7:00 Streetsingers
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26:00 Buildings & Grounds
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 36:30 Secular Humanist Society
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 46:30 Antiracism Team7:00 Popcorn & Opinions
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 58:00 People’s Voice Café
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 69:30 Choir Rehearsal
11:00 Morning Worship11:00 Sunday School12:15 Fellowship Hour12:45 Congregational
Quarterly Meeting
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 77:00 UUWA7:30 UU Christian Fellowship
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 86:30 Doing Global Good7:00 Streetsingers
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 106:30 Green Sanctuary
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 129:00 Building Healthy
Congregations8:00 People’s Voice Café
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 139:30 Choir Rehearsal
11:00 Morning Worship11:00 Sunday School12:15 Fellowship Hour12:45 Volunteer Choir
1:15 Resistance Cinema
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 156:30 Circle (Redick)7:00 Streetsingers7:30 Bible Study
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 166:00 Finance Committee7:00 Textile Study Group
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 185:30 Antiracistalliance.com
Potluck7:00 Esperanto Society
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1910:00 Arabic Class
8:00 People’s Voice Café
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 209:30 Choir Rehearsal
11:00 Morning Worship11:00 Sunday School12:15 Fellowship Hour
1:15 Action For Justice Forum
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 216:00 Board of Trustees
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24Thanksgiving Day
Church Office Closed
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25Church Office Closed
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 279:30 Choir Rehearsal
11:00 Morning Worship11:00 Sunday School12:15 Fellowship Hour12:45 Volunteer Choir
1:15 Resistance Cinema
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 292:00 Social Tea6:30 Circle (Redick)7:00 Streetsingers
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 306:30 Sipping & Searching
Events Calendar for November 2011
The Community Church of New YorkUnitarian Universalist40 East 35th StreetNew York, N.Y. 10016www.ccny.orgTel: 212.683.4988
ISSUE: FORTY THREEOur Community, RE Vision, Here At Community, Calendars and much more... Deadline for December/January issue due November 2, 2011
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SAVE THE DATECONGREGATIONAL MEETING
NOVEMBER 6, 2011 at 12:45 pmIN THE ASSEMBLY HALL