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SOUTH BAY UNITARIAN FELLOWSHIP
MEETINGS: 11:00 a.m. SUNDAY
at 2603 Mathews Ave., Redondo Beach, CA
http://www.geocities.com/sbuf sbuf@geocities.com
SBUF Telephone Information: (310) 374-1451 President: Carol Simpson
Newsletter: Penny Hendricks
Mailing: Chuck Hendricks
July – August 2004
“Generosity brings joy;
honesty brings peace.”
SUNDAY PROGRAMS
July 11 – METAPHYSICS. What
does Metaphysics mean to you? The
voyage of Chi-ops—a ship full of people traveling to Greece, Egypt, Israel and
Turkey, with a staff from UCLA. All
were on board with an interest in the Metaphysics of different religions. Beth Perkins will share her experience from
this trip. Discussion of Metaphysics to
follow. Beth will moderate.
July 18 - HAPPY SECULAR
HUMANISM! Did you know that July 18 is
Secular Humanism Day? It’s a day to
celebrate all life-affirming humanist, rationalist, and scientific belief
systems. Let’s celebrate together! Rev. Teri Masters, Interfaith Minister,
Hospice Chaplain, and 24 year UU will speak to us today. Penny Hendricks will moderate.
July 25 - ANNUAL CELEBRATION
OF SBUF (formerly known as the annual dinner).
Join together this year for BRUNCH at the Alpine Village Inn, at 833 W.
Torrance Blvd., in Torrance. Come together at 11:00 a.m. The cost is $l4 per person. Please call Penny at to make a reservation
and send a check to her, but made out to South Bay Unitarian Fellowship. No business today; -- just food, fellowship
and fun. There will be NO MEETING AT
MATHEWS COTTAGE today.
August 1 - HEAL THE
BAY. Our guest speaker from this
non-profit environmental group will talk about the causes and consequences of
marine pollution and what we can all do about it. Moderator: Linda Klein.
August 8 - LEARNING TO LET
GO We grow attached to many things,
people, and activities that we enjoy, but the Buddha teaches that such
attachment causes suffering. Can we
strike a balance between the austere path of a monk and the self-indulgence
that pop culture encourages? How do we
get past the pain when we have no choice but to let go? Bill Nunan will present the program and will
moderate.
August 15 - “THE JESUS
FACTOR”. Frontline aired this
documentary on President Bush’s Fundamentalist background and its influence on
his presidency. Come watch portions of
this program with discussion to follow.
Bob Johnson will moderate this morning.
August 22 - BEING LIBERAL IN
AN ILLIBERAL AGE. In an era a
resurgent conservatism and Bible-thumping fundamentalism, religious liberals
can feel overwhelmed. Come share in a
reaffirmation of why we chose our path, and share strategies for countering the
influence of the right. Carol Simpson
will lead this discussion and will moderate.
August 29 - HOW NOT TO POSE
ENEMIES. Simone Maud’hui currently
teaches classes on growth of our Spiritual Being. She will talk about the underlying oneness of the earth and the
great design of the universe among the chaos of our world. Marilyn Doty will moderate today.
VOLUNTEER SCHEDULE
|
Opening |
Date |
Refreshments |
|
Beth P. |
July 11 |
Marilyn Doty |
|
Les B. |
July 18 |
Jackie Berg |
|
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July 25 |
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|
Lorna Mc.-- |
August 1 |
Dick Radl |
|
Beth P. |
August 8 |
Ada Furth |
|
Les B. |
August 15 |
Penny Hendricks |
|
Miles T. |
August 22 |
Ted Doty |
|
John S. |
August 29 |
Bob Johnson |
*****ATTENTION: For Openers and Refreshment persons: *****
OPENERS arrive at 10:30 a.m.,
unlock doors, cabinet, put out sign, start water, put on tablecloth, set up
cups, coffee, etc. for the refreshments.
Please display the fellowship candle on the circular table.
REFRESHMENTS need to arrive by 11:00
a.m. Please arrange a trade if you
cannot attend or clean up on the day assigned. When you bring refreshments, it is your turn to be responsible
for the clean up of the entire refreshment table including the coffee water and
supplies. If you need help, just
ask.
********************CALENDAR
OF UPCOMING EVENTS*********************
July 18 - SAY IT WITH MUSIC. The CONCERT SINGERS will perform at the annual Ice cream Social and jazz concert, Sunday afternoon at 3:30 p.m. Come to the Covenant Presbyterian Church, 6323 W. 80th Street (at Sepulveda) in Westchester. $10 in advance; $12 at the door. See singers Rich Johnson or Bob Johnson for advanced ticket purchase.
July 25 - SBUF BRUNCH AT 11.00 a.m. See details under Sunday Programs.
August 1 - SBUF BOARD MEETING at Mathews Cottage after fellowship at approximately 12:30 p.m.
August 22-27 - PSWIRL Pacific South West Institute for Religious Liberals will hold the annual gathering at DeBenneville Pines. This relaxing week long adult camp provides food for thought and nourishment for the spirit in a beautiful mountain setting. For information and registration, see http://www.debenneville.org/pswirl/index.htm or write taylorm@pngusa.net. or call Marcia Taylor, Registrar, at (909) 597-1037.
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THE READING ROOM We have a new “librarian” Lorna has offered to handle the book situation. Take time to check it out and maybe “check out” something for your reading pleasure!
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Sharon Spurlock was married on May 29, 2004, to Edward Purcell. Their address as Mr. and Mrs. Purcell is 5850 Belt Line Road, Apt. 2105, Dallas, Texas 75254.
The following is from the announcement of their wedding:
Now you will feel no rain, for
each of you will be shelter to the other.
Now you will feel no cold, for each of you will be warmth to the other.
Now there is no loneliness for you.
Now you are two persons, but there only one life before you.
Go now to your dwelling place, to enter into the days of your
togetherness,
And may your days be good, and long together.
Apache prayer of benediction
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PRESIDENT’S CORNER
Your new SBUF Board President is Carol Simpson. Carol has been an excellent Treasurer for several years. She has the energy, determination and plenty of smarts to lead our fellowship to new heights.
From Les Berg, past President (and new Treasurer)
FROM THE EDITOR:
As a longtime member of this fellowship (September, 1972), I would just like to mention that never in the history of the fellowship, has anyone put in so much time, energy, and caring as Les Berg, in his role as fearless leader. Many, many, many, many, many thanks to you, Les Berg!!!!!
From Penny
OFFICERS OF SBUF BOARD OF DIRECTORS for fiscal year July 2004 thru June 2005:
President: Carol Simpson
V. President: Ted Doty
Secretary: Rich Johnson
Treasurer: Les Berg
District Rep.: Beth Perkins
Other Board Members: Bob Johnson
Marilyn Doty
John Simpson
Linda Klein
Newsletter Editor: Penny Hendricks
Program Committee: Carol, Linda, Beth, Marilyn, and Penny. PLEASE let the committee know of any ideas, likes, desires (even dislikes) for future programs. Your input is valued!
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