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Journey Toward Wholeness (JTW)What Can I Do?
Take some time to reflect on the following questions to help you find your voice:
* What are my values?
* How can I use my privilege to support others?
* Who inspires me to use my voice & why?
* What?s something small I can learn today about a White supremacy issue I care about?
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The Window A Weekly Publication
Sout h Bay Cam pus Locat ion970 Broadway, Suit e 104
Chula Vist a, CA 91911619-271-5017
Hil lcrest Cam pus Locat ion4190 Front St reet
San Diego, CA 92103619-298-9978
August 's Transformational Theme: Connect ion
Our Mission Our mission is to create community, to nurture spiritual growth, and to act on our values to help heal the world.
Nuestra misión es crear comunidad, fomentar el crecimiento espiritual y vivir nuestros valores para ayudar a sanar el mundo.
Our Seven Pr inciples 1. The inherent worth and dignity of every person; 2. Justice, equity, and compassion in human relations; 3. Acceptance of one another, and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations; 4. A free and responsible search for truth and meaning; 5. The right of conscience, and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large; 6. The goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice for all; 7. Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.
Join Us Online!
August Generosit y Of fer ingPil lars of t he Com m unit y
Pillars of the Community is committed to embracing and celebrating the historic, rich and diverse culture of Southeast San Diego. They strive to counter the criminalization of the community through community organizing, leadership development, and strategic partnerships. Their vision is for a healthy and thriving Southeast San Diego which reflects the rich and diverse culture of all its members. You can donate using the donate button on our website at www.firstuusandiego.org/ donations.html. Thank you for your support and generosity.
Sunday Morning WorshipAugust 23, 2020 9:30 am
"The Time of Transitions" by Rev. Kathleen Owens, Lead Minister Sunday Morning Online Worship
All In-Person Meet ings on Bot h of Our Cam puses Are Suspended Unt i l Fur t her Not ice
Visit https:/ / www.firstuusandiego.org/ on Sunday mornings to join us for virtual worship, and also to check the blog to keep up with the First UU staff! Some groups will be meeting virtually, watch The Window for instructions & meeting times.
Looking Glass Theatre's Digital Plays Watch PartyFriday, August 21, 5 pm, online. Looking Glass Theater's Digital Plays watch party. If you want to watch the short plays in group, join via zoom at http://bit.ly/LGTZoomingIn.
Social HourSundays, weekly, 10:30 am ? 11:30 am, url https://bit.ly/FirstUUSocialHour, or call in at 1-669-900-6833, Meeting ID 824 042 297.
Pagan ConversationsSundays, weekly, 1 pm ? 2 pm, Meeting Link: https://bit.ly/PaganConversations Meeting ID: 535-853-700. Join the Earth Centered Spirituality Circle (ECSC) via Zoom for a weekly, virtual version of Pagan Conversations. This is a time for pagans of varying traditions to come together in a guided discussion and be in community with one another. Topics vary weekly, and usually center on the church's monthly theme, upcoming Pagan holidays, and personal spiritual practice while allowing time to check in with how everyone is doing mentally, emotionally, and physically. If you have questions about the meeting, ECSC, paganism, or how our practices relate to Unitarian Universalism, please contact [email protected] at any time.
Open Heart SanghaSundays, weekly, 4 pm ? 5:30 pm, online. The Open Heart Sangha continues to meet on Sunday afternoons through online Zoom gatherings. If you would like the link to the meetings, please contact Marge at [email protected].
Coping With Chronic Conditions Support GroupAugust 24, second and fourth Mondays, 1 pm, URL https://bit.ly/CopingCCGroup, or call 1-669-900-6833 with meeting ID 681-036-9317. Effective July 2020 our meetings will be held on the second and fourth Mondays of the month - we are no longer doing weekly meetings. New participants need to reach out to Chris Smith prior to attending a meeting at 619-300-7477 or email [email protected] to discuss our covenant and mission statement and receive the password to attend.
Fourth Monday Meeting of the UU Men?s FellowshipMonday, August 24, 7 pm, Zoom. A meeting open to all men. Join us for a discussion of a topic relating to men?s issues. For more information about the meeting and how to join in send an email to [email protected].
Arts & Crafts Creative SocialAugust 25, second and fourth Tuesdays, 3 pm ? 5 pm, Link to meeting: https://bit.ly/ArtGuildSocial, Meeting ID 945 4398 9126. Join members of the Art Guild for a few hours of creativity in community! This is a great time to work on ongoing projects, create Artist Trading Cards, begin new work, or even color in a coloring book alongside other artists.
Summer Virtual Pick-Up ChoirAugust 26, Wednesdays, weekly, 7 pm ? 8 pm, https://bit.ly/FUUSDSummerChoir, Meeting ID: 810 8642 8898, Password: 878890. Join us as we work on vocal technique, rehearse and learn to record virtual choral pieces for our Worship Services.
Women's Chorus RehearsalAugust 27, Thursdays, weekly, 1:15 pm, bit.ly/WChoir.
Book DiscussionAugust 27, Thursday, 2 pm ? 3:30 pm, online. Rev. Kathleen will be hosting another book discussion. We?ll be discussing the book Once Night Falls ? a novel by Roland Merullo. ?Ordinary people make for extraordinary heroes in this novel of Nazi-occupied Italy.? Sign up with Rose [email protected] and the zoom link will be sent to you the week of the discussion.
Memory Matters Gathering Fridays (second and fourth), August 28, 9:30 am ? 11:30 am, Online, with Kathy Gilbert, LCSW, and Gay Hybertsen, LCSW. This is a place for those who worry about memory problems and forgetfulness; and their care partners. The gathering, therapeutic and educational, enables members to make new contacts, build trust, and learn to deal with the consequences of memory loss. Ongoing, drop in. Email [email protected] for the link to join.
CosmosSeptember 6, Sundays (first), 1 pm ? 3 pm, Online. Cosmos is dedicated to exploring the scientific story of the birth and evolution of the universe for knowledge and inspiration to fulfill the promise of humanity, the whole earth community, and the universe itself. We are currently watching Mathematical Cosmologist and Physicist Brian Swimme?s series, Canticle to the Cosmos. Contact James Long at [email protected] for the link to the meeting.
Join Robie!September 9, second Wednesday, 4 pm ? 5 pm, url https://bit.ly/JoinRobie or call 1-669-900-6833, Meeting ID 577-697-458. During these ?stay at home? times, our Director of Operations, Robie, is missing her church friends, new and old, and even those she hasn?t met yet. Robie looks forward to this get-together!
Movie NightThursday, September 10, 5 pm ? 7:30 pm, online. Join Rev. Tania for a guided screening and discussion of the documentary 13th. Email [email protected] to sign up and receive the link to the movie.
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You can follow us on Twitter! Our user name is @firstuusd.
Spanish Speaking Wisdom Circle Facilitator NeededWe would love to resume a Spanish wisdom circle this coming season. If you?d like to host this group, please reach out to Rev. Tania at [email protected].
What's Happening?
Rainbow Action Group?s Koffee KlatchSeptember 13, Sundays (second), 12 pm, URL https://bit.ly/RainbowKlatch, ID 899 4140 9956, PW 893622. Rainbow Action Group?s Koffee Klatch has gone virtual. Join us! All ?family? friends and allies invited. The event is hosted by John Keasler and Pat Gordon.
Monthly Board MeetingSeptember 15, Tuesday, 6 pm, Online. Board of Trustees meetings are open to congregants via Zoom. For meeting information email President Sarah Ormond at: [email protected].
Living the HomestretchSeptember 19, Saturdays (third), 10 am, online at https://bit.ly/LivingTheHomestretch, Meeting ID 911 2242 6361. All are invited.
Virtual Meetings with Rev. KathleenTo schedule a virtual appointment with Rev. Kathleen, click here: https://calendly.com/uurevkathleen/30min.
Virtual Meetings with Rev. TaniaTo schedule a virtual appointment with Rev. Tania, do so here: https://calendly.com/tymt77/30min.
Schedule a Meeting With RoseVisit https://calendly.com/uurose/30min to schedule a meeting with Rose, our Office Manager. Ask questions, propose ideas, or stop by to say hello. Rose's virtual door is open!
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How to Call Into a Zoom MeetingNo computer? No Problem! You can still join us at our virtual meetings. To call into a Zoom meeting and join us by phone simply call 1-669-900-6833! When prompted, enter the meeting ID number and be connected.
South Bay Social HourSundays, weekly, 11 am, bit.ly/SBSocialHour. Join in for a South Bay Social Hour. The password will be provided during the worship service.
Small Group Facilitators WantedRev. Tania is looking for small group facilitators for Wisdom Circles and other identity based groups. If you?re interested, fill out this form: https://forms.gle/fUSDDzbfiKnMxqtK8
South Bay Singers RehearsalMondays, weekly, 6:30 pm, bit.ly/SBSingers.
El Puerto¿Necesitas un descanso?¿Un momento para centrarte de nuevo? Vengan a el Puerto. El puerto es un lugar seguro para descansar, para detenerse un poco, para recuperarse antes de volver a salir a mar abierto. Como espacio espiritual virtual el objetivo es uno: crear un espacio en la semana en el que podamos reunirnos con la intención de ofrecernos unos a otros un refugio. Todos los viajeros son bienvenidos siempre y cuando vengan con la intención de contribuir a crear este espacio para los demás. Miércoles a las 4 pm El Puerto: https://bit.ly/ToElpuerto.
Our South Bay Campus
Social Justice
What's Happening?
Virtual Meetings with AngelaTo schedule an online appointment with Angela (to ask a question, propose an idea or just hang out), do so here: https://calendly.com/angelafujii/30min
Transgender Inclusion in Congregations E-CourseHelp First UU renew our Welcoming Congregation status for the year by participating in the Transgender Inclusion in Congregations 6-session webinar series from the Transforming Hearts Collective. Rainbow Action and Social Justice are facilitating weekly meetings to discuss each session starting on Sundays from 1 pm ? 2:30 pm, starting September 27 and continuing on Sundays through November 1. To enroll in the online course, contact [email protected].
UU Justice Ministry of CA: Turning the Tides Summit Monday, August 24 - Sunday, August 30, online. UUJMCA presents their eighth intergenerational justice summit online with a series of workshops, actions and gatherings to connect, collaborate and create collective liberation. Justice-seeking UUs of all ages are invited to register for this FREE multi-day offering. Click here for the full program schedule and to sign up!
Movie Night with the San Diego Coalition for Reproductive Justice
Thursday, September 3, 5:30 pm ? 7:30 pm, online. Movie Night with the San Diego Coalition for Reproductive Justice, benefitting San Diego Black Queer Housing, a mutual aid fund for black queers in immediate need of safe housing. They'll be virtually screening Disclosure, a look at transgender depictions in film and television. More info and RSVP for viewing instructions on the Facebook event page.
Join the Climate Justice Team!The Climate Justice Team under the Social Justice Ministry is open to new members. Contact Sylvia at [email protected] or co-leader, Rhea Kuhlman [email protected] for more information.
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Family Ministry
For the summer months we'll be offering two new children's and
multi-generational Zoom groups:
Magical "NOT Mondays" Sundays at 1 pm! - Join us this Sunday at 1 pm as we learn magic tricks and use those tricks to talk about our values, principles and how we can act on them to change the world. The focus of the hocus pocus will be on the children, but families and individuals of all ages are welcome!
Saturday Science, Stories and Songs - We?ll gather in Zoom each Saturday at 10 am to learn about animal life cycles, tell stories and do some fun musical activities that will get you up and moving!
For the safety of our children the zoom links for these meetings are not public, to request information contact [email protected].
Parents? Lounge Sundays, weekly, 11:40 am ? 1 pm, url https://bit.ly/ParentLounge. Meeting ID: 873 6793 7478, Password: 504406.
Record the Affirmation!Hi all! We?d like to include families more in our Worship Services. One way we?d like to do that is to have children and families record themselves leading our Affirmation so that we can include it after our time for All Ages. If you?d like to contribute a video, make sure we can clearly hear/see you and file share your video with [email protected].
Participate in our Service!We?d like to invite families to participate in our online worship services! You might want to lead the Affirmation (see previous post). You could also Zoom in live on Sunday Morning and light the Chalice! Or, if you?d like to do even more, you?re invited to work with the Worship Team to find a week to present our Time for All Ages. That could be a story, a reflection, a poem, a skit... and could be done by recording a video ahead of time or by being a live participant in our service via Zoom. For more info or to participate, contact [email protected].
Senior High YouthYouth in grades 9-12 are meeting online via Zoom on Wednesdays at 3:30 pm and Sundays at 11:30 am. Senior High youth are having Movie Night on Fridays. To get more info, contact Käthe at [email protected].
Middle School Youth GroupAugust 23, Sundays (weekly), 2 pm, online. The Summer Middle school group for youth in grades 6-8 will meet to explore our third and fourth UU principles. We will discuss these and other ideas after watching the Twilight Zone episode, "Nick of Time." To get more info, contact Käthe at [email protected].
You Can Still Make Financial Donations Directly to the Food Pantry!
Both one-time and monthly sustaining donations help us stay open! No amount is too small, or too large. Donate online via credit card at https://www.firstuusandiego.org/donations.html or make checks payable to FUUSD and write "SB Food Pantry" in the memo line. Mail checks to Robie Evans, FUUSD, 4190 Front St., San Diego, CA 92103.
The South Bay Food Pantry...is located at 970 Broadway, Suite 101, Chula Vista 91911. It is open to the public Saturdays from 11 - 12:30 PM and to congregants by appointment.
ContactMaureen McNair: [email protected]. To reach the food pantry by phone call 619-271-5017. The phone will take your message.
Maureen will be back with more articles about our food pantry volunteers, guests, and the food we distribute when she resolves her computer issues. Looks like it might be time for a new one!
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South Bay Food Pantry News
Some if the fresh produce we gave to food pantry guests last week included bags of mini ball peppers, plums, zucchinis, spotted yellow squash, organic Beefsteak tomatoes, and fresh blueberries.
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Still Scamming!Please be aware that this is still happening ? even nationwide at our other UU churches. Especially during these tender times, folks are scamming church members in order to get gift cards purchased and sent to them. And, there?s nothing we can do about it except warn you and educate you. Never respond to any church member, staff or minister unless it comes from a valid church email, i.e. [email protected]. We do not use gmail accounts for our official church staff business. The following is an example of the latest email scam going around. Please be careful out there, stay safe, wear a mask when going out and wash your hands frequently!
From: "Kathleen Owens" <[email protected]>Date: Monday, June 29, 2020 10:05 AM To: "First UU congregant email?Subject: Blessings
Hi, How Are You Doing?
I Need An Assistance From You, Email Me As Soon As You Get This Message.
peace
Kathleen Owens
COVID -19 Contact Tracing SCAM ALERTScammers are at it again. Their latest scam is to pose as COVID-19 contact tracers. These scammers are contacting Californians by phone, e-mail and text.
To avoid falling victim to this scam, the California Department of Justice offers some tips and precautions:
- Real contact tracers will only ask you about your medical symptoms and the people you may have been in contact with.
- Real contact tracers will never ask for your Social Security number, financial or health insurance information.
- Real contact tracers will not ask about your immigration status.
If someone claiming to be a contact tracer asks for any kind of financial information or tries to charge you money, it is a scam! Please report it.
If you believe you have been the victim or target of a scam related to COVID-19, please immediately file a complaint at www.oag.ca.gov/report. For more information on how to protect yourself from scams, please visit the Attorney General's COVID-19 Consumer website.
If you have any questions about this or any other state government matter, please contact assemblymember Todd Gloria's office at 619-645-3090 [email protected].
Friday, August 21, 2020Senior High Youth Movie NightsFridays at 5 pm. To get more info, contact Käthe at [email protected].
Looking Glass Theatre's Digital Plays Watch PartyFriday, August 21, 5 pm, http://bit.ly/LGTZoomingIn. Looking Glass Theater's Digital Plays watch party.
Saturday, August 22, 2020South Bay Campus Food Drop OffDrop off bagged or boxed food every Saturday from 9:30 am ? 10 am.
Saturday Science, Stories and SongsSaturdays at 10 am. Children's RE programming. Request meeting information from [email protected].
Food Pantry Hours970 Broadway Suite 101, Chula Vista 91911. Our food pantry distributes food every Saturday from 11 am ? 12:30 pm.
Sunday, August 23, 2020Live Streamed WorshipSundays, weekly, 9:30 am, https://www.firstuusandiego.org/.
Social HourSundays, weekly, 10:30 am ? 11:30 am, url https://bit.ly/FirstUUSocialHour, Meeting ID 824 042 297.
South Bay Social HourSundays, weekly, 11 am, bit.ly/SBSocialHour. Join in for a South Bay Social Hour.
Senior High Youth GroupSundays at 11:30 am. To get more info, contact Käthe at [email protected].
Parents' LoungeSundays, weekly, 11:40 am ? 1 pm, url https://bit.ly/FirstUUParentsLounge.
Magical NOT Mondays!Sundays, 1 pm. Children's RE programming. Request meeting information from [email protected].
Pagan ConversationsSundays, weekly, 1 pm ? 2 pm, Meeting Link: https://bit.ly/PaganConversations Meeting ID: 535-853-700.
Middle School Youth GroupSundays at 2 pm. To get more info, contact Käthe at [email protected].
Open Heart SanghaSundays, weekly, 4 pm ? 5:30 pm, for the link to the meetings please contact Marge at [email protected].
Monday, August 24, 2020Coping With Chronic Conditions Support GroupAugust 24, second and fourth Mondays, 1 pm ? 3 pm, url https://bit.ly/CopingCCGroup, Meeting ID 681-036-9317.
South Bay Singers RehearsalMondays, weekly, 6:30 pm, bit.ly/SBSingers.
Fourth Monday Meeting of the UU Men?s FellowshipMonday, August 24, 7 pm, Zoom. A meeting open to all men. For more information email [email protected].
Tuesday, August 25, 2020Arts & Crafts Creative SocialAugust 25, second and fourth Tuesdays, 3 pm ? 5 pm, Link to meeting: https://bit.ly/ArtGuildSocial.
Wednesday, August 26, 2020Senior High Youth Game DaysWednesdays at 3:30 pm. To get more info, contact Käthe at [email protected].
Summer Virtual Pick-Up ChoirWednesdays, weekly, 7 pm ? 8 pm, https://bit.ly/FUUSDSummerChoir, Meeting ID: 810 8642 8898, PW: 878890.
Thursday, August 27, 2020Women's Chorus RehearsalThursdays, weekly, 1:15 pm, bit.ly/WChoir.
Book DiscussionThursday, Aug. 27, 2 pm ? 3:30 pm. A book discussion of Once Night Falls. Sign up with [email protected].
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Calendar of Events
Our Staf f
Minister s:Rev. Kathleen Owens, Lead MinisterRev. Tania Márquez, Assistant MinisterMatthew Waterman, Intern MinisterRev. Jim Grant and Rev. Löne Broussard, Affiliate MinistersRev. Bonnie Tar water , Rev. Frank Piccone-Wil ley, Rev. Jul ie Forest, and Rev. Katy Swanson Affiliate Community MinistersRev. Dr. Carolyn S. Owen-Tow le, Minister EmeritaRev. Dr. Thomas A. Owen-Tow le, Minister Emeritus
Music Staf f :Chase Pado, PianistLorelei Garner , SB Music Coordinator & Women's Chorus DirectorAndrea N-L, JUUL Tones Ensemble DirectorTony Bianca, Handbell Program and Children?s Choir Director
Staf f :Robie Evans, Director of OperationsKäthe Lar ick, Youth Programs CoordinatorTony Bianca, RE Program AssistantRose Riedel, Office ManagerAngela Fuji i , Social Justice CoordinatorJenner Daelyn, Connections Coordinator and SchedulerConnie Hayes, Bookkeeper / ControllerRay Evans, MaintenanceMark Epler , Event Coordinator
Boar d of Tr usteesSarah Ormond, Pr esidentRev. Jul ie Forest, Vi ce Pr esidentJames Long, Tr easur erAngela Garcia-Sims, Secr etar yLaura Ball , Andrea Gonzalez, Br ian Krohne, Kathleen MacLeod and Maureen McNair , Tr ustees
Im por tant E-m ai l Addr esses:Gener al Fi r st Chur ch E-m ai l : mail@fir stuusandiego.orgSchedul i ng of Chur ch Pr oper ty: schedule@fir stuusandiego.orgThe Window (newslet ter ): w indow @fir stuusandiego.orgFi r st Chur ch Web Si te: website@fir stuusandiego.orghttp://w w w.f i r stuusandiego.org (Main si te)http://w w w.f i r stuusandiego.org/uus-of-the-south-bay(UUs of the South Bay)
Contact the Main Of f i ce (Hi l l cr est Cam pus):Fir st Unitar ian Univer sal ist Church of San Diego4190 Front Str eet, San Diego, Cali fornia 92103619-298-9978 - mai l@fir stuusandiego.orgw w w.f i r stuusandiego.orgOff ice Hours:Monday? Fr iday, 9 am to 4 pm and Sunday after Ser vicesSunday Morning Urgent Contact: 619-947-4612
Contact the South Bay Cam pus (Chula Vista):Unitar ian Univer sal ists of the South Bay970 Broadway, Suite 101 & 104, Chula Vista, Cali fornia, 91911619-271-5017 - uusouthbay@fir stuusandiego.orgw w w.f i r stuusandiego.org/uus-of-the-south-bayCampus Hours: Sunday for Ser vice or By Ar rangement