UUP Member Joyce Tischler Honored

Worship Committee member and active UUP member Joyce Tischler has been recognized by the American Bar Association with an the "Excellence in the Advancement of Animal Law Award."

Her colleagues in the Animal Legal Defense Fund, which she founded, characterize her as "the Mother of Animal Law." The article on the ALDF website says

It is not characteristic of Joyce to make much of her role in building this movement. Indeed, one of the things that define Joyce to anyone who knows her is her combination of strength and humility. But her persistent advocacy and clear leadership has been a force for change that would not be denied. It is my honor to say both congratulations and thank you from myself and everyone at ALDF and, most importantly, for the animals whose voices have been heard clearly and without fail through the voice of the Mother of Animal Law.

Congratulations, Joyce, and thank you for all the great work you do on behalf of animals, and on behalf of UUP.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS AND UPCOMING EVENTS

"New to UU" Visitors' Orientation on Sunday, July 19th after service
Trying out UUP? Visiting for the first time or have been for a while, and want to learn more about our congregation and about Unitarian Universalism? Gather with several UUP members to ask questions you might have and to hear more about UUP. We’ll meet near the fireplace immediately following the service.

Annual Religious Education Garage and Bake Sale
This year's sale will be held August 29th at 8:00 a.m. at the Greaney's home, 8 Nob Hill Terrace. Please help support this important fundraiser by donating used items or baked goodies to sell. We also need volunteers to work the sale that day and to collect large items from donors. Drop-offs for donated items are being accepted at the Greaney's on the two preceding Sundays, 8/16 and 8/23. Please wash, presort and fold all clothing items and linens prior to drop off. Call Leslie Harrison for further information.

Summer Swim Party at the Wests'
The Wests will host an all-congregation swim party at their home, on Saturday, August 1st from 1 - 5 p.m. Please bring a snack or drink to share.

Gather Ye Water and Stones
When you're out and about on travels, journeys and adventures this summer, remember to gather water and stones to share at our annual Water and Stones participation worship service scheduled for September 13th.

UPCOMING SUNDAY SERVICES

(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.)

Sunday, July 19th : "Our Journeys /Our Stories: This I Believe"
Worship Leader: Joyce Tischler
Two UUP members, Rakesh Klamm and Ellen Beeler, will share the stories of their faith journey to Unitarian Universalism and how their values have been shaped.

REGULARLY SCHEDULED GATHERINGS
The next Women's Group meeting is Monday, July 20th at Jean Conrad's house. Topic: Our favorite things. Bring something to share - a book, a poem, a reading or anything that makes you feel good.

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