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Wholeness is Knocking at the Door By Rev. John Crestwell, Jr.

Wholeness can be defined as being in har-

mony, unbroken, unified, or complete. It is a

wonderful word in that it assumes that there

is a THERE--a permanent place to arrive to

and there isn't. Being whole happens in mo-

ments, times, places, fits and starts. It is an

acute understanding that you are okay (or

going to be okay); that you're loved, seen,

and at peace with your life in the good and

bad times. Wholeness has to do with conscious awareness and

every time we appreciate our lives we experience being whole.

Finding your happy place and maintaining it is determined by

your spiritual practice (conscious awareness reading, listening,

praying, meditating, singing, etc.) and how you reframe the

situation(s) that arises. As an example, our congregation is

going through a great deal of transition. This can be an un-

settling and anxious time for some (including me) which does

have an impact on our disposition, participation and overall

attitude for better or worse. The perspective that helps me is

remembering to see the good each day, in every meeting, visit,

disagreement, etc. I like to say to myself: "Find compassion in

every interaction." "See the humanity in others." "We are all

on the same team." Or "I can do the best I can today and that

will be enough... I will let tomorrow take care of the rest." Or

I'll say, "You are doing important and hard work but this is a

blip in time and if you don't take time to appreciate every per-

son, place or thing you encounter today, you will miss the

blessing of living."

Wholeness comes as we are aware more and more of the little

and big things in front of us; and wholeness emerges after ap-

preciation--when we give thanks for living, laughing, and loving

in the good and bad times. I also like to say, "Trust the pro-

cesses happening in your life." All of these things I say to my-

self allow me (most of the time) to avoid the tendency to low-

er my kinetic energy through blaming, finger-pointing, and be-

ing overly judgmental. I do fall short at times, especially when I

am trying to do too much or fix things out of my control, or

being too controlling. I don't feel at one with myself, I feel

weaker and toxic; and I don't feel unified nor complete. Basi-

cally I lose perspective every time I don't grasp what's most

important--love in its many expressions and manifestations;

forgiveness, letting go, seeing the blessings in life that are all

around.

The Catholic monk Thomas Merton once

wrote "there is in all things...a hidden

wholeness," and it was this simple phrase

that inspired Quaker writer and teacher

Parker Palmer to write a book by the same

name. I go back to Parker's book from

time to time, because he writes about a

quality of living which is important to me.

Parker continues "Merton's words can, at

times, sound like wishful thinking. Afraid that our inner

light will be extinguished or our inner darkness exposed, we

hide our true identities from each other. In the process, we

become separated from our own souls. We end up living

divided lives, so far removed from the truth we hold within

that we cannot know the integrity that comes from being

what you are..."

Palmer continues to reflect on the ways he (and we) live

divided lives: “I withhold a personal gift that might serve a

good end or commit myself to a project that I do not really

believe in...I keep silent on an issue I should address or ac-

tively break faith with my own convictions. I deny my inner

darkness, giving it more power over me, or I project it onto

other people, creating enemies where none exists."

We often don't think about the price we pay for living a

divided life, and sometimes, perhaps we don't even know

we're doing so. Habits of living are deeply entrenched,

patterns of behavior, though unhealthy, are familiar and

comfortable; we push blindly through our days with a nag-

ging feeling that something is not right, but don't know

how, or when, or if to make a change. We may have this

feeling of incompleteness and fragmentation - of not feel-

ing completely whole.

What divided parts of your own spirit need careful tend-

ing? How might you integrate the parts of our own heart,

mind, body and spirit into a sense of being - not unbroken -

but whole? This month we’re not only offering sermons

which reflect this theme, but some middle hour classes.

Take some extra time this month to steep yourself in reflec-

tion on what does it mean to live a whole and undivided

life? See you in church!

Rev. Kathleen

A Hidden Wholeness By Rev. Kathleen Rolenz

HIGHLIGHTS

To create the Beloved Community by inspiring and empowering all souls to live bold and compassionate lives.

Vol. 62, Issue 4 April 2019

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Sunday Services at UUCA - Two Services 9 AM & 11:15 AM April 7 - How We Decide with Rev. John T. Crestwell, Jr. ONE SERVICE AT 9 AM - Congregational Meeting at 10:30 AM How do you choose to do or NOT do a certain thing? When or how do you know that your choice was the right one? In this message, Rev. John will utilize the social science scholarship of author Jonah Lehrer as he explores the intricate processes and decisions involved in finding and living in wholeness and happiness.

April 14 - The Road to Freedom with Leika Lewis-Cornwell, Intern Minister Freedom is not a single destination, but a series of roads we journey on together as we seek wholeness for ourselves and our world. This service will reflect on the lessons of Passover and the ways in which the journey of the Exodus still speaks into our own lives as we em-brace and uplift freedom. Music by Sara Jones.

April 21 - Not Dead Yet! with Rev. Kathleen C. Rolenz On Easter morning, the women disciples of Jesus came to the tomb, only to discover that he wasn't there. Fast forward some 2,000 years, and we'll discover a Jesus whose message of radical hospitality and inclusiveness is still very much alive and still in need of our pur-poseful engagement. Music by the UUCA Choir

April 28 - The Whole Story: A Study of Wholeness in Our Lives. YRUU Youth of UUCA In this service the youth will share personal stories of times they experienced the peace, joy, and serenity of feeling truly whole. This will be a multigenerational service. Children above age 7 will remain in the service the entire time.

Emotional Literacy Cohort By Jane Carrigan

Middle Hour Offerings in April 10:10 - 11:10 AM

Join the Emotional Literacy Book Cohort on Friday mornings at 10

AM beginning April 5th , as we begin our book, Non-Violent Com-

munication by Marshall Rosenberg, PhD.

This is an awesome group offering deep conversations. For more

information call Jane Carrigan (301) 910-1916 or email Jane at

janecarrigan54@gmail.com.

April 7 - NO Middle Hour Congregational Meeting 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

April 14 Care and Connections - Library

This class talks about the Care Team; pastoral care, and small groups. Led by Joshua Long, Melanie Keller and Diane Ratcliff.

8th Principle Practice Series - Sanctuary Tools for Being a White Ally - The 8th Principle Practice Series was designed to help provide tools for members of UUCA to be-come more literate and knowledgeable about our anti-racist and anti-oppressive commitments. This section will provide ways in which white people can be better allies to people of color. Led by Building Beloved Community.

Emotional Literacy - MacLean Room What is emotional literacy and why is it important? Rev. John Crestwell discovered emotional literacy and it has changed his life. It can change yours too! Come and find out.

Death Cafe - R.E. Sanctuary At a Death Cafe people drink tea, eat cake and discuss death. Our aim is to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their (finite) lives. Led by Phyllis Culham.

Parenting Faithfully - Young Room This series provides an opportunity for parents to meet and dis-cuss parenting in challenging times. Led by Dayna Edwards, RE Consultant.

April 21 - Easter Emotional Literacy 201 - MacLean Room

Key question: How do you see yourself when you look into the mirror? Led by Rev. John Crestwell

UU Bible Study - Young Room Rev. Kathleen Rolenz and Music Director Joshua Long will offer a simple worship service in between the services; including sacred text, modern readings, music and time for small group medita-tion, reflection and prayer.

April 28 Inquirer's Series - Membership 101 - Library Come learn about what it means to be a member of UUCA, and how we can help shape our faith community, with Josh Long.

Emotional Literacy 301 - MacLean Room Key Question: You are responsible for meeting your needs. Led by Rev. John Crestwell

Parenting Faithfully - Young Room This series provides an opportunity for parents to meet and dis-cuss parenting in challenging times. Led by Dayna Edwards, RE Consultant

Middle Hour is UUCA’s time for Adult and Children’s Religious Exploration. Middle Hour is designed so that every session could be a “drop

in.” The Inquirers’ and the 8th Principle Practice Series are the only series which have multiple sessions. All others have a three session

limit. There is no charge to attend. If you would like to offer a program for Middle Hour sometime, contact Ginger Parsons.

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You Belong By Leika Lewis-Cornwell, Intern Minister Membership By Joshua Long, Membership & Growth Coordinator

In mid-March, I had the pleasure of my first trip to the annual retreat/workshop for religious professionals of color across the UU, Finding Our Way Home. As I reflect on the theme for April of Wholeness, my mind brings me back to many moments of deep healing and profound power, but most especially to something I heard in many

ways and in many contexts, to and from many people: “Welcome, you belong. I’m so glad you’re here.” In our hurried lives, “welcome, I’m so glad you’re here” can come to almost be something we say simply because we do, in the same way we reflexively ask people how they are and expect to hear an answer in the affirmative.

Yet those two little words, “you belong,” elevate this phrase to a powerful spiritual practice. In the interconnected web that sustains us, enfolds us, and enriches the existence of our planet and every element in it, each presence in that web creates the whole. We sometimes feel like we don’t have a place or that the spaces in which we find ourselves, or the words other people use to describe us, don’t quite fit. In life I have heard more than one person express fear that, were they ever truly known they would be rejected. Dismissed. Set aside for existing in their most full and present selves. And in this world of imperfect people, that can be both true—for we sometimes struggle to fully embrace each other’s messy gloriousness—and not true.

The you-shaped part of the web has only and ever held you in your truest, most imperfectly perfect self. Just as there are lines of connection that radiate out from each strength that you have, there are lines of connection that radiate from your fault lines and hold you in harmony, in wholeness, with each other. Each of our parts makes the web whole. So welcome, dear one. You belong. I’m so glad you’re here.

Wendell Berry is quoted in this months soul matters small group packet on wholeness say-ing, “There can be no such thing as a global vil-lage." No matter how much one may love the world as a whole, one can live fully in it only by living responsibly in some small part of it.” As I

reflect on UUCA as well as the wider Unitarian Universalist move-ment, I think about how we have such a global mindset yet some-times are hidden in our communities. There is a history behind our light sometimes being covered up yet in this age of more than ever we need to let our light shine.

One way to be a light in the community is to serve our church here at home. We currently are in need of greeters and we only ask you to commit to one service, once a month. We also need a few more people to help out with Membership. This includes data entry and following up with new members. One more area that is quite simple is social hour goodies. Just bring a snack to share for our coffee hour. Sign up sheet is in the kitchen. Lastly, If you can offer up a ride or a meal to someone, think about serving on the Care Team.

Please reach out if you think any of these will be a good fit for you. jlong@uuannapolis.org

Summer Music Opportunities:

Is there a piece that you would love to share with the congrega-tion? We may have a few openings for special music during the months of July and August. This can be a solo performance or a small ensemble/group. Please send an email to jlong@uuannapolis.org if you are interested.

Wholeness at Home in Miami! By Maurita Williams

I had the privilege of attending Finding Our Way Home (an annual gathering of Unitarian Universalist religious profes-sionals of color) in Miami, Florida from March 13-16 with Leika Lewis-Cornwell and Josh Long. The experience was

simply beautiful, in every way imaginable. I’m now returning to my UUCA home invigorated, eager to take on another year.

Finding Our Way Home provided just that, a “home” for over 140 professionals of color who journeyed far and wide seeking a space of security, warmth and unconditional acceptance.

The times of worship, learning, and discussion were brilliantly planned, (I eagerly received every bit of knowledge gifted to me ) which freed me to find my voice, embrace my power and coura-geously see my brokenness. During the retreat, I had an epiphany, as I realized my/our wholeness CANNOT be achieved while ignor-ing my/our brokenness.

I thank the UUA Office of Multicultural Ministries for this wonder-ful opportunity. Together, during this month of wholeness, let’s reveal our broken pieces and pave the way to wholeness.

February and March were busy months for AIJN and UUCA members have been right in the middle of things! In February AIJN held their second annual Border Crossings Fundraising event to celebrate and support our immigrant neighbors through story-telling, music, and fellowship. Many UUCA members attended, donated to the silent auction and/or participated in the bid-ding. It was a joyful evening and planning is already underway for next year’s celebration! In early March, AIJN held a legal clinic, whereby immigrant neighbors were provided legal consultation. For many, this was one step forward in a lengthy and arduous process to gain pro-tected status. The clinic, involved volunteers from UUCA was funded by AIJN’s Legal Assistance Fund. This fund provides critical assistance in gaining legal representation for those determined to have a case and has provided such support to forty of our neigh-bors in the past ten months. The fund is being rapidly depleted while requests for assistance increase. Many of you followed the case of Edgar whose son was born here in Maryland while he was being unlawfully held in detention in Texas. Thanks to all who sent encouraging notes to Edgar to keep his spirits up during this lengthy period. (continued on page 7)

UUCA Supports AIJN Update By Stephanie Anderson

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This article for the April Highlights is being composed in March, well before the April 7th Annual Congregational Meeting. It will be read both before and after that meeting. So here are some highlights of what will and did happen—obviously a little vague on the second of these. There is a new slider at the top of the UUCA Homepage to provide members with up to date information about the Meeting details. Click on “Congregational Meeting April 7” to get information about the proposed new Bylaws; candidates for Search Committee, the Board and Nominating Committee; BEEC2 plans; 8th Principle Activity; and agenda.

After over two years of research, discussion, compromise, writing and revising by the distinguished and dedicated Govern-ance Team and the diligent attention to detail by the Board for the last 3 months, the proposed new Bylaws to replace the old Bylaws and Constitution with a Transition Plan will be/were dis-cussed.

We will/did participate in an activity including written comments to consider what is different since we voted last year to support the 8th Principle and what might be our next steps as we contin-

“A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” – William Shakespeare In this time of transition as we begin the hiring process for a new religious profession-al to oversee faith formation for the congre-gation, it is tempting to fall into either/or thinking. “We either have a Director of Reli-gious Education (DRE) or a Director of Family

Ministry.” “We either minister to families or we minster to single people.” I encourage you to use the time of this liminal space that we occupy to try on some both/and thinking. What would it look like if we ministered to families and single people? How can a reli-gious professional serve in the capacity we have come to expect from a DRE and engage our congregation in new ways of forming our faith? Our history tells us that for decades we had a Director of Reli-gious Education. During this time, we envisioned our Sunday school program to function much like a co-op or a school. There were classes just like we had at school where the volunteer/teacher imparted information. Parents were expected to volun-teer and if you didn’t have children, you didn’t think about what was going on “downstairs.” Then we hired a Minister of Lifespan Faith Development. That title communicated what we were learn-ing as a denomination about how faith is formed. We learned that people’s faith develops over the course of their entire lifetime. Today, we know that faith development isn’t linear and growth in an individual’s faith development will happen most effectively in community, we call this “faith formation.” Based on this, we are seeking a Director of Faith Formation (DFF). This newly changed title provides space to create/implement new ways of doing faith formation while also offering our new DFF space to focus on programming. Feel free to reach out to me with further questions.

ue to hold ourselves accountable to dismantle racism and other oppressions in ourselves and our institutions. The written comments will be/are being examined by the Board and shared with appropriate individuals and groups depending on the nature of the comments.

The Building Expansion Exploratory Committee 2.0 (BEEC2) will/did report the results of their extensive

study about our space and facilities needs. The congregation will be/was asked to approve the expenditure of up to $30,000 from the existing Capital Campaign Fund to move forward with plans to provide more parking spaces and to begin to flesh out the details of our space needs.

Also on the agenda: Members vote for up to 4 candidates for the Ministerial Search Committee, a report on Endowment Fund ex-penditures and announcement of our Shining Lights to recognize extraordinary service to UUCA. Near the end of the meeting, our newly formed Right Relations Team reported on the flow of the meeting and any issues that arose. Appropriate follow up to their observations depends on the nature of issues raised.

All of this was accomplished on time—We can do this!

Congregational Meeting, April 7 By Heather Millar, Board President

Religious Exploration By Dayna Edwards, R.E. Consultant Administration By Pam Ausiello, Business Administrator

The idea of “paying it forward” has been around long before the 2000 movie with the same name. It’s a way to spread generosity – create a network – feel like you’re not facing a monumental task alone. If you have infor-mation, share it. If someone needs some-thing you can provide, help out. Have extra?

Give. All of us come here with gifts to share that will make us stronger as a whole.

Start out with something small. Even when I see that someone has taken a selfie that’s posted to the church directory in Access ACS, I feel a sense of movement and that little thing propels me to want to do more. The other day Lex Robertson came in and was getting a group together to take pictures. She was paying it forward! If everyone starts paying it forward like this, we will have a church directory soon. Creating a member login in Access ACS brings us one person closer to better communication. Pledg-ing to the church brings us that much closer to attaining goals we have set in the budget. So, I ask you all to get excited about all the little things we can do to create wholeness. Spread the learn-ing, spread generosity, spread kindness. Being a part of the whole of UUCA is a wonderful thing.

Here are some little things you can do to start paying it forward! Once you complete one of the below, share the knowledge with a friend!

Access ACS

Still need a login for Access ACS? Secure your login via:

https://secure.accessacs.com/access/memberlogin.aspx?n=110773 and following the instructions for "need a login". The link offers to create a member or guest log in. Once logged in, you’re able to go in and edit your profile and upload a picture.

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Book (with Films) Series: The Dalai Lama’s Toward a True Kin-ship of Faiths: How the World’s Religions Can Come Together

The Mindfulness Practice Group meets every Sunday from 8:30 - 9:30 AM in the Emerson Room for 20 minutes of guided meditation & discussion.

Also meeting every Thursday 7 - 8:30 PM in the sanctuary for 40 minutes of silent meditation & a program. This notice high-lights only those sessions in our discontinuous book series from April into May. For more information: visit www.mpgannapolis.org & click send e-mail.

Thursday, April 4: India & the Dharma. Film clip from Michael Wood’s Story of India. (PBS) Sunday, April 7: Confucianism & the Tao. Thursday, April 11: Contemplative Christianity. Film clip from Sadhana. Thursday, April 18: Judaism. Film clip from With One Voice. [19th=Good Friday; Passover begins at sundown] Sunday, April 21: [Easter] Jim Chance on Christian & Bud dhist spiritual practices.

The BBC Committee is offering a series of Mid-dle Hour sessions this spring to provide oppor-tunities for members of our congregation to practice and live UUCA’s resolution for the 8th Principle: We covenant to affirm and promote: journeying

toward spiritual wholeness to build a diverse multicultural Be-loved Community by our actions that accountably dismantle racism and other oppressions in ourselves and our institutions.

Please mark your calendar and join us:

March 31: Session 7 - Micro-aggressions April 14: Session 8 - Tools for Being a White Ally: Exploring

Ways to Fight and Heal from Racism The BBC will be offering these classes again. Our goal is for every member of our congregation to complete this series. Contact: Olga Pabon & Don Patterson.

The UU Humanists will be meeting on Tuesday, April 2 at 6 PM to discuss the book Homo Deus - A Brief History of Tomorrow by Yuval Noah Harari .

Our Annual Spring Ted Talks (spanning 3 Tuesdays) will be held on April 16, May 7, and May 21, to include:

Yuval Noah Harari - Nationalism vs. Globalism

Stephen Pinker - Is the World Getting Better or Worse?

Kai Gu Lee - Can Artificial Intelligence Save Our Humanity?

6:00 PM Potluck Dinner (bring a light item to share)

6:30 PM Screening and Discussion

Come whether or not you have read this book. Our meetings are open to all and we welcome newcomers! Contact: Cliff Andrew

The UU Theists Group of UUCA has an exciting array of offerings

this spring. You need not consider yourself a theist or a Christian

to attend, but simply interested in discussing themes related to

the Bible and other theistically-related topics. We look forward to

seeing you!

Thursday, April 18, 7 – 8:30 PM - Love and Shadow Bible Study/Maundy Thursday/Tenebrae /Communion

Maundy (from the Latin which means "commandment") Thursday commemorates Jesus' s last supper with his disciples and the com-mandment he left them with "that you love one another; even as I have loved you, that you also love one another.” In addition to digging into the text of the Last Supper, we will end the evening with a brief Tenebrae /communion service (Latin word for can-dles) which commemorates the abandonment of Jesus by his dis-ciples.

Easter Sunday, April 21 Middle Hour with Josh Long & Rev. Rolenz

Rev. Kathleen Rolenz and Music Director Joshua Long will offer a

simple worship service in between the services; including sacred

text, modern readings, music and time for small group meditation,

reflection and prayer.

Mark Your Calendars - Looking ahead

Sunday, May 12, Middle Hour Bible Study with Rev. Rolenz

Thursday, May 23, 7 - 8:30 PM—Bible Study with Josh Long

Thursday, June 6, 7 - 8:30 PM—Bible Study with Josh Long

BBC 8th Principle Practice Sessions Mindfulness Practice Group By Phyllis Culham

UU Theists Group Spring Offerings By John Fisher UU Humanists Spring Activities By Cliff Andrew

The Building Expansion Exploratory Committee (BEEC-2) has been working to develop ideas for expanded parking, a Fellow-ship Hall, and replacement plans for the spaces in the Fahs House. An information Session will be held March 31 in after hour at 12:15 PM in the Young Room. We are eager to talk about your ideas and receive your feedback. During the April 7 Congregational meeting, a resolution will be voted on to ex-pend funds raised during the previous capital campaign (1-805110 - Designated - Capital Contributions) to take these ide-as to the next step. If you have questions or comments and cannot attend please email us at BEEC@uuannapolis.org. To review a PowerPoint Presentation detailing issues the BEEC-2 have been exploring, click HERE.

BEEC-2 Update By Paul Jorgensen

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Music & Arts Update on Summer Arts Camp

By Len Langrick, Choir Director

I wanted to let you know that I will not be run-ning M.A.D. (Music, Art, Drama) Camp at UUCA this year. While it's still in the early stages, I am a finalist for a summer arts programming director position that, if I accepted, would preclude me

from running MAD Camp in July or August. While I am excited for this possibility, after organizing and running M.A.D. Camps for many years, I will miss working with our dedicated volun-teers & youth--I think last year we met our goal of 40 campers!

I encourage folks wishing to lead an arts camp at UUCA to considering doing so! Please be in touch if you wish to spear-head a camp this summer! Len Langrick, UUCA Choir Director

Spring Book Swap - One Day Only! FREE

Sunday, April 28 (Rain or shine). Bring unwanted books, videos,

CDs, DVDs to the church! After each service you can browse

through the books and music and take a new supply home with

you. Please do not bring books before April 28 due to lack of

storage space. Volunteers are welcome to help setup, organ-

ize, and take down. We start setup at 8:30 AM, we especially

need people to pack up books and put away tables 12:30-1:00

PM. This is a church-wide event, so everyone needs to pitch

in. Leftover books will be donated to a local charity. For more

information, contact Eloise Hoyt at 410-768-4932

Save the Date! Upcoming Events

UUCA’s Annual Passover Seder

UUCA's annual Passover Seder will be held Saturday April 20

at 5 PM. This celebration of freedom combines storytelling

with the traditional Seder meal.

$10/adult, $5/child, max $20/family.

Click HERE for more information and to signup .

Gallery 333 Presents… By Debbie Boudra

Gallery 333 presents the artwork of local artists Evelyn Kacz-

mar and Parie Willis for the months of March and April.

Painting together in the Glen Burnie area for many years, their

oils and watercolors are fresh and straight from the heart.

Both artists have had successful shows at 100 Pratt Street, Bal-

timore annually. Gallery 333 is located in the Unitarian Uni-

versalist Church of Annapolis. Self guided tours are available

during office hours 9 AM - 3 PM Monday thru Thursday.

Celebrate with First UU of Baltimore

The First Unitarian Church of Baltimore is celebrating 200 years

of Unitarianism in Baltimore and the Greater Maryland area!

Mark your calendars now and plan to attend a commemorative

service on Sunday, May 5 from 3:30 - 5:30 pm. at First Unitari-

an Church of Baltimore. For more information, click HERE.

Indoor Spring Clean Up!

It's that time again to do our Indoor Spring Clean Up! Saturday, April 13, from 9 AM to 1 PM.

We will clean windows, scrub table tops, wipe down window sills and clean out the kitchen. This is a great opportunity to build community and get to know more people in your church. Contact: Dianne Moreau

Administrative Update continued from page 4 By Pam Ausiello

ChurchLife App

Once you're in Access ACS, you can install the ChurchLife App on your phone. The ChurchLife App allows you to view UUCA's direc-tory, calendar and set up online giving right through your phone. Go to your app store and search for ChurchLife.

Church Photo Directory - Phase 1 for people using ChurchLife

Step 1: Click on your own name Step 2: Click on the initials in the gray circle in the upper left. Step 3: Click on the little edit pencil in the upper right. Step 4: Click on the person with the plus sign in the gray circle Step 5: Snap a photo using the camera feature. Submit and a change request will be sent in to me to upload

Phase 2 is for those without the ChurchLife App. Want to add a family photo? Log in to Access ACS and upload one. If you are linked to others in the system, this picture will be linked to all of you!

Still struggling? Come see me either during the week or on a Sun-day I’m in church and I’ll take an impromptu photo of you. It will get uploaded right away into the system! (scheduled dates for this will be announced soon).

Can't get to church on Sunday? Text to Give!

Text to # 73256 - in message type UUCAnnapolis (enter amount)

Be sure to leave a space before the amount (no parentheses need-ed). After success with any of these advances, pay it forward!

All Church Retreat By Mike Wanhatalo

Would you like to get to know your fellow UU families better? Do you enjoy nature? Join us for the annual All-Church Retreat at Hashawha Environmental Center in Westminster, Maryland on May 3 - 5. This is an opportunity to relax in nature, make new friends, and deepen your connection in a community by living and playing together with mutual support, caring, and respect for one another. We will enjoy nature walks, games, fishing, meditation, a campfire, a reptiles and amphibian show, a night hike, and many other activities.

Registration is open until April 7th with forms available in the Narthex after services, in the church office, and online. Ques-tions? Please contact us via email - Mike Wanhatalo

Church-Related

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Events & Happenings at UUCA

African Diaspora Identity Group: A relational group of adults that meet monthly (3rd Wednesday @ 6:30 PM) to share experiences, perspec-tives, and challenges particular to individuals of African descent. New-comers welcome. Contact: LE Gomez; le_for3@yahoo.com.

Amnesty International: The Annapolis Chapter of Amnesty International meets on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 1PM in the Reeb Room of the Fahs House. All are invited, especially members of the UUCA con-gregation who believe that one person can make a difference. Come check us out.

Beacon Program: Designed for new members to be partnered with a current UUCA member (Beacon). A Beacon will follow up with new members for the first year, offering support, and notifying of events.

Contact : Ellen Gaston; ekgaston@sbcglobal.net

Coming to the Table: meets on the 3rd Monday of the month at 7:00 PM in the sanctuary. Dissolving racism with understanding through con-versation. Contact: Jane Carrigan; janecarrigan54@gmail.com.

Drum Circle: A spiritual and meditative practice group open to all levels, no experience necessary. Bring a drum if you have one or use one of the group’s drums. Meets on 2nd Mondays and 4th Tuesdays from 7:30—9 PM. Contact: Kate Holmes; k3holmes@gmail.com

Fiber Arts Fellowship: needle crafters who meet on the second Thurs-day and fourth Sunday in the Young room. [Summer sessions vary] Con-tact: Ginger Parsons; ginparsons@aol.com

Full Circle: meets monthly at 7:30 PM on the Friday night closest to the full moon. An experiential earth-based celebration open to all women over age 18. Contact Keely Longo; klongo@uuannapolis.org

Gallery at 333: The Gallery at 333 is open Mon.-Thurs. from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM and Sundays from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Contact Deb Boudra; dancindebart@comcast.net.

Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation: Beginner-friendly session every Sunday at 8:30 AM in the Emerson Room. For those who want to learn the basics of meditation and those who just want another oppor-tunity to practice with a group.

Contact Phyllis Culham; mpg@uuannapolis.org.

“Inquirers” Series - Classes for Newcomers: A program to educate and integrate newcomers and to serve as a refresher for long-timers. The series is 8 one-hour classes led by ministers, staff and church members during Middle Hour or after church service in the summer months. Con-tact: Josh Long; jlong@uuannapolis.org

Light House Shelter Meals: UUCA members and friends prepare and serve dinner to shelter residents on the second Saturday of the month. If

you are interested in helping with meals for the Shelter, contact Rob Malone; rmalone68@gmail.com.

Mindfulness Practice Group: meets every Thursday in the sanctuary at 7:00 PM for meditation and dharma discussion.

Contact: Phyllis Culham; mpg@uuannapolis.org.

Outdoor Club: Holds monthly outdoor activities and outings for nature observation, companionship, spiritual sharing, and exercise.

Contact: Eloise Hoyt; eloisehoyt@verizon.net

The Tuesday Noon Lunch Bunch: Meets weekly mid-September -May in the narthex. Bring your lunch to eat during the half-hour social time, watch episodes of CBS Religion & Culture News as well as local & UU material suggested by the lunchers. Discussion follows. Contact: Bob Ertman; robertertman@msn.com.

UUCA Choir: with director Len Langrick; rehearses September-May eve-ry Wednesday at 7:00 PM. Provides relevant music twice a month for Sunday services. New members always welcome.

Contact: Len Langrick; llangrick@uuannapolis.org

UU Legislative Ministry of MD (UULM-MD): UULM-MD is a statewide advocacy network comprised of individual members and affiliated UU congregations. UULM-MD provides a voice in legislative action for UU values, principles and traditions. UUCA provides leadership, resources and support to UULM-MD. Contact: Margery Knight;

margeryknight@gmail.com or call 410-266-8044, ext. 111.

UU Humanists: Naturalism-Science-Reason-Wonder-Compassion-Community-Respect. Book discussions and film viewings. Meets the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month; 6:00 PM potluck and 7:00 PM discussion; in the narthex.

Contact Cliff Andrew at 410-404-7170 or neurol@jhmi.edu.

UU Theists: A group of people interested in a UU perspective of the-ism. Usually meets the second Sunday of the month before the first service. Contact: John Fischer; jwlfischer@gmail.com.

Women in Transition: A covenant group of women meeting to support each other with change and its adjustments. Please contact the facilita-tor in advance of attending the meeting.

Contact: Sara Moulton; saramoulton33@gmail.com

Young Adult Group: Ministry that is focused on the spiritual formation and well-being of people ranging from ages 18-35. This group meets once a month at the church and does particular social events and social justice works throughout the year. Contact: Devan Costello-Mays ; dcostellomays@gmail.com

Wholeness is Knocking at the Door continued from page 1 By Rev. John T. Crestwell, Jr.

As we transition for the present/future may we remember

that we are a congregation that is attempting to reflect a

way of living that is better than what is promulgated on TV

or social media. We want to go deep with our love. We are

a covenantal and relational people who seek to be in harmo-

ny with ourselves, each other, and our planet. Wholeness

"stands at the door and knocks" each day. It is up to each of

us to do what Harry Belafonte recommended, "open the

window and let the dove fly in." As we unlock our heats to

peace, love, harmony and wholeness, it opens itself to

us. May it be so.

Peace and love, Rev. John

UUCA Supports AIJN Update continued from page 3 By Stephanie Anderson

AIJN’s Legal Assistance Fund provided the necessary $5000 for representation to get him home with his wife and son. In celebration of Edgar’s release and in hopes of helping others needing representation, UUCA is providing $5000 to replenish AIJN’s Legal Assistance Fund. This is the remainder of the $10,000 committed in December. In addition, in closing out the Sanctuary Committee’s account, $500 will be donated as well. Every dollar makes a difference! If you wish to get in-volved in the work of AIJN, contact Stephanie Anderson, Many opportunities are available.

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PROFESSIONAL, PROGRAM, AND CHURCH STAFF

Rev. Kathleen Rolenz Interim Minister krolenz@uuannapolis.org Rev. John T. Crestwell, Jr. Parish Minister jcrestwell@uuannapolis.org Leika Lewis-Cornwell Intern Minister llewiscornwell@uuannapolis.org Joshua Long Membership Coordinator/Music jlong@uuannapolis.org Pam Ausiello Business Administrator pausiello@uuannapolis.org Maurita Williams Administrative Assistant mwilliams@uuannapolis.org Dayna Edwards RE Consultant dedwards@uuannapolis.org Keely Longo DRE - Children klongo@uuannapolis.org Julie Burman DRE - Youth jburman@uuannapolis.org Laura Schrank Youth Coordinator lschrank@uuannapolis.org Len Langrick Choir Director llangrick@uuannapolis.org Sara Jones Accompanist Susan Eckert Bookkeeper treasurer@uuannapolis.org

Board of Trustees

Heather Millar President Craig Beyler Vice President Caryn Jackson Secretary board@uuannapolis.org Kari Alperovitz-Bichell Finance Officer Stan Haavik Trustee Dianne Moreau Trustee Peter Morse Trustee Rob Malone Nominating Committee Chair Rev. Kathleen Rolenz Interim Minister Rev. John Crestwell Parish Minister

Church Office Hours: Monday –Thursday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM; Friday 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Closed Saturday and Sunday

Phone: 410-266-8044 www.uuannapolis.org

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