www.uusociety.net 3 Grafton Common – 508-839-2927 

 

 

 

 a)    Mostly UUA & Clara Barton District Programs

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sept. 27^th – Don Davison, Sr. is 101 years old and has been a member of UUSGU for a very long time. 

October 25^th –  Timely Topic

November 22^nd – Life & Times of Russ Andrews

January 24^th – Timely Topic

February 28^th - Life & Times of Peg King. Peg's life journey includes the perspective of growing up in a military family.

March 28^th – Timely Topic

April 25^th – Life & Times of Ken Slaughter. Ken's journey includes the decision to register as a conscientious objector.

May 23^rd –     Timely Topic

u    Math Matters . . . the numbers behind the numbers on the news and how what you know about math impacts what you can read between the lines of the news.

u    The Benefits, Challenges, Freedoms & Restrictions of Special Diets – Whether for reasons of health or conscience, more and more people are making dietary changes.   This introduction to the basics of Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and Vegan cooking will include delicious samples to demonstrate that taste is not sacrificed. 

following Coffee – 12:30 to 1:30ish,

Rev. Roger Peliter will lead this conversation

An exploration of the seven Principles that guide Unitarian Universalists and our UU congregations. One principle each month.    A great opportunity to add depth and breadth to your Unitarian Universalist journey. These are offered as stand-alone conversations – meaning that you can be a full participant on any Sunday you are able to attend.      

 

·        October 4^th –  The Seven Principles of Unitarian Universalism – An Overview of: “We the Member congregations of the Unitarian Universalist Association Covenant to Affirm and Promote, . . .” with Rev. Roger Peltier – after coffee in the Parlor

·        November 8^th -   Seventh Principle:  Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.

·        December 13^th -   Sixth Principle: The goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice for all 

·        January 10^th – Fifth Principle:  The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large 

·        February 14^th – Fourth Principle:  A free and responsible search for truth and meaning

·        March 14^th – Third Principle:  Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations

·        April 11^th – Second Principle:  Justice, equity, and compassion in human relations

·        May 16^th    –   First Principle:  The inherent worth and dignity of every person

 

 

Our Adult Religious Education (ARE) survey showed that many people felt that three meetings was the maximum they could possibly fit into their schedules. So – we have developed a number of three session programs intended to address some of the may topics of interest. 

The UUSGU ARE Survey showed a very strong interest in “finding a spiritual path.”   Finding the path – the one that brings the most into your life is a matter of exploration and receptivity. This receptivity is best described as “a kind of listening . . . trying to achieve a state rather like one who, believing himself on the point of hearing music, makes himself alert and attentive.” (Dan Wakefield quoting Jean-Pierre de Caussade)    This program, originally developed by the Rev. Kathleen McTigue, provides participants with the opportunity to explore a variety of mediums that can enrich our lives and help us gain a firmer footing on the Spiritual Path. 

 

facilitated by Dacia Reid

Together as a group and as individuals we will explore the challenges, benefits and techniques of journal-writing, meditation, prayer without required belief - beyond the typical forms and devotional reading.   Sign-up sheet in Fellowship Hall  

 

facilitated by Dacia Reid

Together as a group and as individuals in a group we will explore the challenges, benefits and approaches to worship, action-reflection and social action/service.   Sign-up in Fellowship Hall

The Reverend Fred Campbell has made the claim that most UU congregations have some dominant faith expressions endemic to what it means to be a UU. Is this true?    We'll explore Humanism, Naturalism, and Mysticism.   You are welcome to attend any one or all three of these conversations.

 

             

Discover the power and connectedness of Earth Based Spirituality, uncover its history and explore the connections with UUism. Susan West and will facilitate this three session Introduction.

 

 

A Walk with Four Spiritual Guides: Krishna, Buddha, Jesus & Ramakrishna   - by Andrew Harvey

After Coffee in the Parlor

 

 

 

Sicko – Michael Moore’s expose of the health care industry

Crude - Expose on how big oil is affecting the indigenous people of the Amazon rain forest

Food, Inc. - exposes America's industrialized food system and its effect on our environment, health, economy and workers' rights

Renewal – an uplifting, interfaith documentary about what faith groups are doing around the world to protect the planet

One Man, One Cow, One Planet – uncovers the perils of globalization and its mantra of infinite growth

Bhutan: The Middle Path to Happiness – Kingdom of Bhutan government's effort to bring "Gross National Happiness" to its people.