1999
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MEETINGS: 10:45 a.m. SUNDAY at 2603 Mathews, Redondo Beach
http://www.netword.com/*sbuf or http://www.geocities.com/sbuf
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SBUF Telephone Information: (310) 374-1451
President: Les Berg
Newsletter: Penny Hendricks Mailing: Chuck Hendricks
1999
September-October
"The mystery of life is not a problem to be solved; it is a reality to be experienced."
SUNDAY PROGRAMS
September 12 - LETTING GO AND HOLDING ON - Bill Nunan will lead a discussion on grieving and remembering that will include some of his thoughts on his father’s passing, readings from Christian and Buddhist scriptures, and related contemporary music. Moderator: Bill Nunan
September 19 - FULFILLING THE PROMISE - Beth Perkins will share her excitement about this denominational effort to have us thinking clearly about our part in the larger Unitarian Universalist world. Moderator: Beth Perkins
September 26 - RENEWING THE TIES THAT BIND - Just why are we members of this group? Consider what you get from this fellowship and what you would like to experience from your membership in this group. Come and celebrate the fellowship. Honor the fellowship with the gift of your presence. Bring a gift for SBUF to enhance our meetings such as a new candle or 60 inch round table cloth. Perhaps you might give a plant or something decorative for Mathews Cottage. Moderator: Penny Hendricks
October 3 - MARC AND ANN - Come to enjoy a wonderful, brief video showing two excellent French Cajun musicians living a loving life with their children, and promoting the music of southwestern Louisiana. A warm glimpse of lives well lived, shared by Lorna McClellan, who knew Marc years ago. Moderator: Rich Johnson
October 10 - LIFE LINES - This is the title of a challenging and hopeful book be Forrest Church, minister of All Souls Church in New York City. Les Berg will distill his favorite selections for our appreciation and discussion. Moderator: Les Berg
October 17 - MEET NANCY LOUGHREY - This morning we welcome our Pacific Southwest District President who will give an overview of the district and how we fit into it. Learn about the exciting things going on within this group of U.U. churches and fellowships. Moderator: Lorna McClellan
October 24 - MICHAEL WHITE BEAR CLAWS RETURNS - Let us expand our fellowship circle to see the Native American vision of all nations joined in healing. Michael White Bear Claws will further our understanding of the Native American people. Moderator: Lorna McClellan
VOLUNTEER SCHEDULE
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Opening |
Date |
Refreshments |
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Beth P. |
Sept. 12 |
Bob Johnson |
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Herbert G. |
Sept. 19 |
Peter Landecker |
|
Les Berg |
Sept. 26 |
Lorna McClellan |
|
Lorna Mc. |
Oct. 3 |
Gloria Miller |
|
Beth P. |
Oct. 10 |
Bill Nunan |
|
Herbert G. |
Oct. 17 |
Beth Perkins |
|
Les B. |
Oct. 24 |
Bea Schwartz |
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Oct. 31 |
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*****ATTENTION: For Openers and Refreshment persons: *****
OPENERS arrive at 10:30, unlock doors, cabinet, put out sign, start water, put on tablecloth, set up cups, coffee, etc. for the refreshments. Please light the fellowship candle.
REFRESHMENTS need to arrive by 10:45. Please arrange a trade if you cannot attend or clean up on the day assigned. When you bring refreshments, it is your turn to be responsible for the clean up of the entire refreshment table including the coffee water and supplies. If you need help, just ask. By the way, thank-you very much!!!
If you cannot bring refreshments on the date listed in the newsletter, you may call someone and trade with them for another date that is more convenient.
********************CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS*********************
September 26 - BOARD MEETING following the morning meeting at Mathews’ Cottage at approximately 12:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome.
October 2 - LATIN AMERICA ENCUENTRO, a conference addressing the struggle for human rights in the U.S. and Latin America. Place: U.U. Community Church of Santa Monica Time: 10:00 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. Call (323) 953-9949 and talk to Michelle to register or ask questions. See bulletin board in Mathews’ Cottage for flyer.
October 23 - LIBRA PARTY AND GENERAL MEETING This gathering will NOT be a potluck dinner, but come for the meeting at 7:30, followed by birthday cakes, ice cream, and other treats.
Beth Perkins’ home is the place. She would like some help with furnishing the goodies and appreciate your RSVP as early as possible.
******************COMMUNICATION CORNER*******************
Please keep Cay and Miles Thompson in your thoughts and prayers and your phone calls!
Cay enjoys hearing from you; mid-morning is the best time.
Send some love to Lorelei Blessing who is still healing from her surgery.
HURRAH for SBUF! We have two new members: Cy and Vivian Amrich. They bring with them their 9 year old son, Nicholas. Take a little time to get to know them better.
Frank Paulsen was a very active member of SBUF for years. Frank had emergency surgery on August 1st, to remove his stomach and spleen. After some initial problems requiring return visits to the hospital, he is now gaining strength and stamina and able to enjoy going out to restaurants, etc.