OUUC Weekly Update
June 11, 2024
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Worship Service June 16
"Renewing Curiosity" with Rev. Monica Jacobson Tennessen
As we install newly elected leaders and send Rev. Mary off for her sabbatical, a time of rest and renewal, we’ll consider together what practices we’re all invited to during this next season in the life of OUUC. One simple, complicated, idea is the practice of curiosity about what may open up in this time.
The worship service starts at 10 am.
OUUC Sunday Morning Service
https://zoom.us/j/873210124?pwd=U21qdmwxcTNyaE1LQ0xlU0MwM3VMQT09
Meeting ID: 873 210 124
Password: 995142
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No more After-Service Forums from June 16 through August!
Last Sunday's Events
Sabbatical Committee
Last Call for Cards...
This is the last week to submit a card for Rev. Mary’s sabbatical send-off on June 16. All are invited to participate in the spirit of love & renewal. Please look for the colorful box and blank cards in the Commons (shown here). We have a selection of lovely cards or you can bring one of your own. We will collect cards up until 10am on Sunday 6/16. If you have questions, ask a Sabbatical Committee member or email us.
For detailed information about Rev. Mary's sabbatical, a contact list, FAQ's and more, check out this site or the kiosk by the side doors in the Commons.
This Week
NO Thurs Dinner this week
Rev Sara is Away this Week
Litha Potluck and Ritual
Thursday, June 20, 6:30 pm
All are welcome to join us as we celebrate the summer solstice with community and ritual. Please bring a potluck dish to share.
Final New UU/Seekers Class of this series
Saturday, June 15, 10 am, in person only
This week's topic is the meaning of membership, our governance, stewardship, and the bylaws. This class is for folks who want to know more about UU, about OUUC, or to become members. Stay tuned for another series coming in the fall. Contact Rev. Sara for questions.
Gen XYZ Group (fka Young Adult Lunch)
Sunday, June 16, 11:30 am
All who are youngish (roughly ages 18-40) are invited for fellowship around lunch following the worship service on the 3rd Sunday of each month. Lunch will be served in a classroom. Look for Kedo Baye or send questions to Rev. Sara.
Vote Now for Next Year's Book Group Books!
The OUUC Book Group meets monthly in person and on zoom to share about books.
It's book choosing time and you can vote during coffee hour on Sunday June 16th, look for Frances Tanaka in the Commons to cast your votes.
OUUC Choir Spring Concert: "Where the Light Begins"
Sunday, June 16, 7pm
OUUC Sanctuary
Come join us for a wonderful evening of choral music!
Tiny Little News Show
No Tiny Little News this week, see you next Tuesday!
Ministry Programs
Registration Now Open for Kids Summer Camps:
OUUC Chalice Camp “Building a New Way” for ages 5-10
July 15th to 19th. Register here.
Our Whole Lives (OWL) Camp for Ages 5-7
July 8th to 12th, 9am-noon each day. OWL is a developmentally appropriate and much praised sexuality education program. Register here.
Camps are open to all, with a pay what you can sliding scale, feel free to spread the word!
OlyWA Pride
Sunday June 29, 11 am
OUUC is going to have a booth for Pride and to march in the Pride Parade this year. Rev Sara is organizing this effort, but needs help.
Please sign up here.
Seeking Facilitators for Soul Matters Groups next church year
Would you be interested in leading a Soul Matters group next year? These are small groups that explore the theme of the month, meeting once a month (schedule to be set by facilitators). Facilitators can work solo or with a co-faciliatator. Experience with Soul Matters is good but not required. Contact Rev. Sara if you are interested in leading a group!
Thank you to all who joined Erin Jones on Saturday to walk in community. Over 150 people turned out in response to a racial hate action on Erin's walk last month. It was a great expression of support for Erin's justice work.
You can join Erin's walks from ASHHO every first Saturday at 11 am. ASHHO is a wonderful center to support the diversity of culture in Olympia. I encourage you to check them out if you haven't already.
OUUC showed up this past Saturday. Thank you!
Election Year Guidance for Congregations
Like all congregations, OUUC is tax-exempt according to the IRS. This designation has freedoms and limitations. One limitation is especially important during this election year. OUUC cannot "participate in or intervene in (including the publishing and distributing of statements), any political campaign on behalf of (or in opposition to) any candidate for public office.” A violation of this may cause OUUC to lose its tax-exempt status.
What we can do is articulate our values and encourage voting. Unitarian Universalism calls us to support our shared values inside and outside of our walls. For more information, check out this guidance from the UCC denomination. Thanks for helping OUUC be values-based in the political arena.
Celebration of Life for Pat Sonnenstuhl
Saturday, June 15, 2024
The community will gather to remember and honor Pat Sonnenstuhl at 1 pm, both onsite in the OUUC Sanctuary and on Zoom (link below). A reception will follow for those onsite.
Meeting ID: 874 2147 2838
Passcode: 229195
Quick Notes
Beware of periodic scammers via email and text. You may be contacted by scammers impersonating Rev. Mary or other church staff. Scammers also try to reach people via text. Often, they will ask for you to contact them right away, and they may ask for financial assistance/information or contact information of others at the church. Always double check and make sure the email or text was sent from a source you recognize. Scammers will create new addresses that appear like a known email address. When in doubt, check in with the person in your life who appears to be trying to contact you, using a known contact method.
Safety Reminder: Please lock and remove valuables from your vehicles.
Download the flyer below if you would like a list of OUUC events for June. Great for posting on your refrigerator!
In the Larger Community
Learn more about the following events and others here.
Dances of Universal Peace Sundays, June 16, July 21, 12:30 pm
at Center for Spiritual Living, 3437 Libby Rd. NE Olympia
The Dances are an embodied, transformative spiritual practice, invoking a sense of unity, presence and compassion, touching the spiritual essence within each person. Live music and singing! All are welcome, no experience necessary.
By donation, $5 – 10, no one turned away for lack of funds.
Funds support DUP and CSL and OUUC. Olympia Dances are held every third Sunday of the month at 12:30 – 2pm, at the Center for Spiritual Living, and on second Thursdays at various locations. Hosted at OUUC starting in September! Second Thursdays 6:30-8pm. Email here for more information.
JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION AT GRUB
Saturday, June 22, 2024, 4-7 pm
GRUB farmhouse 2016 Elliott Avenue NW
157th Anniversary of Black liberation
An Evening With Lifelong Climate Activist Bill McKibben,
Tuesday, July 2 at 7 pm, Hosted by United First Methodist Church in Seattle
Join Third Act Washington members and friends, climate justice activists, faith-based creation caregroups, and concerned citizens for a talk followed by Q & A with the renowned climate activist, author, and founder of Third Act. Read more here.
The Rachel Corrie Foundation for Peace and Justice invites you to show your support for Palestine each Friday from 4:30-6 pm at the Fellowship of Reconciliation Vigil for Peace
Percival Landing in Downtown Olympia, 4th & Water Street.
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Staff Contacts
Rev. Sara Lewis, Director of Community and Faith Development
Isaac Ezra Jennings, Business Manager
Rosie Koppelman, Office Assistant
Teresa Madsen, Communications and Tech Coordinator
Marie Arensmeyer, Facilities Manager
Anissa Bentlemsani, Religious Education Assistant
Carbon Marshall, Tech Specialist
Office Hours
Tuesday - Thursday, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
360-634-2005