This Week at UUP: October 4-10, 2007

The Unitarian Universalists of Petaluma
An Oasis for Heart and Mind Every Sunday in Downtown Petaluma


ANNOUNCEMENTS AND UPCOMING EVENTS

A Note from Prez Jean
Many, many thanks to Earl Cruser for his leadership in setting up and arranging for staffing the UUP table at the Progressive Festival last Sunday. Folks who came by were interested in our handouts and several people mentioned the ads they had seen on TV and heard on the radio. Which reminds me, we may have a large number of visitors this Sunday....I received my post card from UU Bay Area in the mail this week inviting people to come visit. So...lets get ready!

Considering Becoming a Member of UUP? Welcoming Ceremony scheduled for this Sunday!
We will hold a welcoming ceremony for new members during the Sunday service on October 7th. If you have questions about membership, please contact David Dodd.

This Sunday's Religious Education
In our Religious Education program this week, the children ages three to 10 will be learning about Judaism from UUP members who were raised in the Jewish faith. What are some lessons from this faith tradition that are helpful to us as UUs?

Join a UUP Outdoor Adventure
Come watch the Blue Angels fly by the top of Angel Island, Saturday, Oct. 6. The highest point of Angel Island, Mt. Livermore, is an excellent spot to watch the Blue's Angels' performance during Fleet Week, as the airplanes swoop by directly overhead. Carpool from in front of the Petaluma Women's Club, 9:45 am, to catch the Tiburon Ferry at 11 am. There will be a roundtrip hike of about 5 miles, with some climbing. Bring water, lunch, hiking shoes and fare for the ferry: Adults- $13.50, Children 6-12, $11.50, Children 3-5 $3.50, age 2 and under are free. Contact Marlene Abel for more information. Rain cancels.

October 20th: Save the date!
Join us for this first evening of a delightful, new UUP tradition: the UUP potluck/social evening! Members will be hosting potluck dinners in their homes for 8 or so UUP friends, some with children, some without. Interested in being a guest or host? These dinners will meet at various members' houses, maybe yours if you offer to host! Sign up at church, or contact Nancy Blake. Please indicate if you wish to host or be a guest. Guests will be contacted by hosts with ideas on what to bring, as these are potluck events. We hope to be enjoying a meal together soon!

Share your garden
Our October 21st service will be a brunch and sermon about Ethical Eating as a Unitarian Universalist. If you are growing food in your yard and would consider sharing it with UUP for this brunch, please email Stacey Meinzen at stacey@graphicsingreen.com . Sharing food is a great way to build community and to be sure that your surplus does not go to waste. No food donation is too small.

Save the date! UUP Halloween Party set for Saturday, October 27th!
Adults and children are encouraged to come in costume to this potluck for all at UUP. Bring a dish to share. We'll have Halloween crafts, good company and good food. The party will be in the Greaney's beautiful backyard, 8 Nob Hill Terrace, 4 pm. Rain cancels.

THIS SUNDAY'S SERVICE
(Social time with refreshments begins at 10:00 am , at the Petaluma Woman's Club, 518 B Street. Worship service begins at 10:30 am. )

October 7: "The Cycle of Simchat Torah"
Worship Associate: Michael Iritz
Greeters: Stacey Meinzen, Richard Stark, David Dodd, Elaine Ellsworth
Many outside of the Jewish faith know about some of the more popular Jewish holidays, but how many have heard of Simchat Torah? This holiday is known among observant Jews as the most celebratory - but the reasons for the "party" atmosphere apply to a number of UU Principles as well. Join us at UU Petaluma to celebrate and learn more about this lesser known Jewish holiday.
A new member ceremony will be incorporated into this Sunday's service.

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