Condolences to Don and Susan Lane
Fracking in NC?
Forum, Sunday, February 23, 9:15am - VFH
Youth & Parent Meeting about BYC Summer Camp
Chili Potluck
Youth-Led Love Party for Young CUCC Couples!
Explore the Muslim Heritage, Roots, and Culture
Pancake Breakfast
Sisters in Spirit (SIS) Beach Retreat
Brown Headed Nuthatch Boxes
A different Lenten study: Victory and Peace or Justice and Peace?
Aldo Leopold Study Group – A Lenten Program
International Women’s Day, 2014
Condolences to Don and Susan Lane
Condolences go out to Don and Susan Lane on the death of Susan’s sister, Melinda. A Funeral Mass was held for Melinda at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Wheaton, Illinois. Please keep Don and Susan in your prayers.
Fracking in NC?
Sat., Feb. 22, 1:30pm - 5:30pm, NC Central Univ. School of Law, 640 Nelson St, Durham, NC. Join us and learn what you can do to protect NC communities from fracking & its impacts! Speakers include: Iris Marie Bloom, Director, Protecting Our Waters; Calvin Tillman, ShaleTest Co-Founder, former Mayor of Dish, TX; Wilma Subra, Environmental Consultant and MacArthur Fellow; William Barber III, Environmental Physicist, NC NAACP Organizer; Darryl Moss, Mayor of Creedmoor, NC; Ryke Longest, Director, Duke University Environmental Law and Policy Clinic.
Forum, February 23, 9:15am, VFH
Jean Williams, Executive Director of The Women's Center of Wake County will speak at Forum this Sunday. She will discuss the mission of The Women's Center, their successes and challenges, and how CUCC can best help them achieve their mission.
Youth & Parent Meeting about BYC Summer Camp
THIS SUNDAY morning, February 23, 10:00am, Śānti will hold a brief informational parent and youth meeting about BYC Summer Camp. The meeting will be in the youth room!
Chili Potluck
Welcoming, Fellowship and Growth Ministry (WFG) is sponsoring a chili potluck on Sunday, February 23rd, after the morning worship service. You are invited to bring your favorite chili recipe, vegetarian or meat, and share with everyone your written recipe for your item. Come join us for delicious chili, uplifting fellowship, games and fun activities featuring the varied, spicy, and sometimes controversial dish known as chili. For some interesting reading on the history of chili, check out the following website: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chili_con_carne
Youth-Led Love Party for Young CUCC Couples!
Sunday, February 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm, Vaughan Fellowship Hall. All young couples (couples with elementary aged kids, young couples with no kids, young couples married and those not married) are invited to a party! We want a chance to celebrate Sam and Joanna's engagement, and to honor other young couples in our midst. Please RSVP and/or direct questions to Śānti Matthews at forsanti@aol.com.
Explore the Muslim Heritage, Roots, and Culture
The Islamic Association of Raleigh will hold an Open House on Saturday, March 1, 11:00am - 4:00pm, at the Islamic Center located at 808 Atwater Street, Raleigh, NC.
Pancake Breakfast
“It’s back!” After several years at other locations, the Wake Federation of the Blind Pancake Breakfast is back where it began. The fundraiser will be held on Saturday, March 8th, from 8:00am - 10:30am. Tickets are $7:00 per person. The monies raised will help the Wake Federation of the Blind host the state convention of the National Federation of the Blind this September. Tickets for the breakfast may be purchased through Robert Parrish or on the day of the breakfast. Come one! Come all! Come enjoy delicious pancakes and help us change what it means to be blind.
Sisters in Spirit (SIS) Beach Retreat
The "spring" SIS beach retreat is scheduled for Friday, March 7th – Sunday, March 9th, with the theme "March Meditation - Making Mindfulness." For more information and to RSVP, contact Marty Lamb (919-819-4084).
Brown Headed Nuthatch Boxes
Three Brown-headed Nuthatch boxes have been installed around the CUCC rounds. Can you find them? The boxes were donated by Joan McAllister, Vivian Hunter, and Lena Gallitano. David Ledbetter and Tim Jensen graciously did the installation work. The boxes are part of Audubon NC's Bird Friendly Community program and we will be monitoring them for nesting beginning in March. The goal is to install 10,000 nest boxes statewide so homeowners are encouraged to add them to their gardens. Baffles to prevent predators would ensure greater nesting success but we have not installed them on the CUCC nest boxes. If you're interested in donating a baffle or purchasing a nest box, contact Lena Gallitano at 919-571-0388 or lbg@ncsu.edu.
A different Lenten study: Victory and Peace or Justice and Peace?
Joy Alford will be hosting a six week Lenten group at her home in Rolesville - 5 miles north of Raleigh's I-540. The group will meet on Wednesday evenings, beginning with Lent on Ash Wednesday, March 5th, and going through April 16th (not holding group on March 26). The first session will be held at 5:00pm, March 5th, at the Church. This will be done in hopes all members will attend the 7:00pm Ash Wednesday worship service. Thereafter, the group will be held north of Raleigh at Joy's home. This DVD-based study featuring John Dominic Crossan, "explores the juxtaposition of Roman Imperial Theology and the Kingdom of God." The short DVDs will spark theological discussion which will help us journey together in preparation for Easter.
Content for the study includes:
Justice & the World: What is the Character of Your God?
History & Jesus: What is the Content of Your Faith?
Worship & Violence: What is the Purpose of Your Prayer?
Resurrection & Community: What is the Function of Your Church?
Please contact Joy (919-605-4336) or (w.joy.alford43@gmail.com) for directions or if you are interested in attending.
Aldo Leopold Study Group – A Lenten Program
March 4 – April 15, 7:00pm – 9:00pm, VFH.
Join a group of people for a seven week series to explore your spiritual landscape and everyday life. The work of Aldo Leopold’s A Sand County Almanac, along with other resources, will be used as metaphors for reflection about your spiritual journey and its connections to your daily life. Participants will be invited to engage in reflection and thought sharing in small and large groups. People of all faith traditions are invited to participate in this series. Since the sessions are interrelated, we ask when registering, that you plan to attend all seven evenings. To register and for additional information, contact Rev. Steve Halsted. Sponsored by: CUCC and North Carolina Interfaith Power and Light.
International Women’s Day, 2014
March 8, 2014, 9:30am – 3:00pm, Pullen Memorial Baptist Church, 1801 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, NC.
For the past two years women in the Triangle have experienced a fun time as they have connected with one another, enjoyed exhibits and activities, honored the achievements of women at this event sponsored by A Place for Women to Gather. This year we hope more women will come to celebrate women in their giftedness, diversity, and roles in society.
International Women’s Day, established in 1911, is in 32 countries a national holiday, also known as The UN Day for Women’s Rights and International Peace.
Our 2014 program includes InterPlay Women’s Ensemble with Ginny Going, singing with Kathleen Hannan, Dances of Universal Peace with Julie Purcell, Marie Garlock leading Dance as A Healing Art, yoga with Judith Valerie, ERAGS quilt exhibit, drum circle with Cathy Kielar, The Raging Grannies, bracelets for Ethiopian women with Women’s Sacred Kindness Circle, activities to honor women – see Program Schedule attached.
The Triangle celebration will offer a variety of interactive activities, exhibits, presentations and entertainment; times to get to know other women, learn about opportunities for women, become involved in projects, and just enjoy a day of fun and creativity along with refreshments. Those attending will carry home new ideas, good feelings, and the benefits of being with a group of amazing women. There is no admission cost. Optional donation to A Place for Women to Gather in support of its mission and programs will be welcomed. See www.womengather.org for more information about this event and other offerings from A Place for Women to Gather. For questions, contact Margaret Thurston at margaret.b.thurston@gmail.com.
Fracking in NC?
Forum, Sunday, February 23, 9:15am - VFH
Youth & Parent Meeting about BYC Summer Camp
Chili Potluck
Youth-Led Love Party for Young CUCC Couples!
Explore the Muslim Heritage, Roots, and Culture
Pancake Breakfast
Sisters in Spirit (SIS) Beach Retreat
Brown Headed Nuthatch Boxes
A different Lenten study: Victory and Peace or Justice and Peace?
Aldo Leopold Study Group – A Lenten Program
International Women’s Day, 2014
Condolences to Don and Susan Lane
Condolences go out to Don and Susan Lane on the death of Susan’s sister, Melinda. A Funeral Mass was held for Melinda at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Wheaton, Illinois. Please keep Don and Susan in your prayers.
Fracking in NC?
Sat., Feb. 22, 1:30pm - 5:30pm, NC Central Univ. School of Law, 640 Nelson St, Durham, NC. Join us and learn what you can do to protect NC communities from fracking & its impacts! Speakers include: Iris Marie Bloom, Director, Protecting Our Waters; Calvin Tillman, ShaleTest Co-Founder, former Mayor of Dish, TX; Wilma Subra, Environmental Consultant and MacArthur Fellow; William Barber III, Environmental Physicist, NC NAACP Organizer; Darryl Moss, Mayor of Creedmoor, NC; Ryke Longest, Director, Duke University Environmental Law and Policy Clinic.
Forum, February 23, 9:15am, VFH
Jean Williams, Executive Director of The Women's Center of Wake County will speak at Forum this Sunday. She will discuss the mission of The Women's Center, their successes and challenges, and how CUCC can best help them achieve their mission.
Youth & Parent Meeting about BYC Summer Camp
THIS SUNDAY morning, February 23, 10:00am, Śānti will hold a brief informational parent and youth meeting about BYC Summer Camp. The meeting will be in the youth room!
Chili Potluck
Welcoming, Fellowship and Growth Ministry (WFG) is sponsoring a chili potluck on Sunday, February 23rd, after the morning worship service. You are invited to bring your favorite chili recipe, vegetarian or meat, and share with everyone your written recipe for your item. Come join us for delicious chili, uplifting fellowship, games and fun activities featuring the varied, spicy, and sometimes controversial dish known as chili. For some interesting reading on the history of chili, check out the following website: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chili_con_carne
Youth-Led Love Party for Young CUCC Couples!
Sunday, February 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm, Vaughan Fellowship Hall. All young couples (couples with elementary aged kids, young couples with no kids, young couples married and those not married) are invited to a party! We want a chance to celebrate Sam and Joanna's engagement, and to honor other young couples in our midst. Please RSVP and/or direct questions to Śānti Matthews at forsanti@aol.com.
Explore the Muslim Heritage, Roots, and Culture
The Islamic Association of Raleigh will hold an Open House on Saturday, March 1, 11:00am - 4:00pm, at the Islamic Center located at 808 Atwater Street, Raleigh, NC.
Pancake Breakfast
“It’s back!” After several years at other locations, the Wake Federation of the Blind Pancake Breakfast is back where it began. The fundraiser will be held on Saturday, March 8th, from 8:00am - 10:30am. Tickets are $7:00 per person. The monies raised will help the Wake Federation of the Blind host the state convention of the National Federation of the Blind this September. Tickets for the breakfast may be purchased through Robert Parrish or on the day of the breakfast. Come one! Come all! Come enjoy delicious pancakes and help us change what it means to be blind.
Sisters in Spirit (SIS) Beach Retreat
The "spring" SIS beach retreat is scheduled for Friday, March 7th – Sunday, March 9th, with the theme "March Meditation - Making Mindfulness." For more information and to RSVP, contact Marty Lamb (919-819-4084).
Brown Headed Nuthatch Boxes
Three Brown-headed Nuthatch boxes have been installed around the CUCC rounds. Can you find them? The boxes were donated by Joan McAllister, Vivian Hunter, and Lena Gallitano. David Ledbetter and Tim Jensen graciously did the installation work. The boxes are part of Audubon NC's Bird Friendly Community program and we will be monitoring them for nesting beginning in March. The goal is to install 10,000 nest boxes statewide so homeowners are encouraged to add them to their gardens. Baffles to prevent predators would ensure greater nesting success but we have not installed them on the CUCC nest boxes. If you're interested in donating a baffle or purchasing a nest box, contact Lena Gallitano at 919-571-0388 or lbg@ncsu.edu.
A different Lenten study: Victory and Peace or Justice and Peace?
Joy Alford will be hosting a six week Lenten group at her home in Rolesville - 5 miles north of Raleigh's I-540. The group will meet on Wednesday evenings, beginning with Lent on Ash Wednesday, March 5th, and going through April 16th (not holding group on March 26). The first session will be held at 5:00pm, March 5th, at the Church. This will be done in hopes all members will attend the 7:00pm Ash Wednesday worship service. Thereafter, the group will be held north of Raleigh at Joy's home. This DVD-based study featuring John Dominic Crossan, "explores the juxtaposition of Roman Imperial Theology and the Kingdom of God." The short DVDs will spark theological discussion which will help us journey together in preparation for Easter.
Content for the study includes:
Justice & the World: What is the Character of Your God?
History & Jesus: What is the Content of Your Faith?
Worship & Violence: What is the Purpose of Your Prayer?
Resurrection & Community: What is the Function of Your Church?
Please contact Joy (919-605-4336) or (w.joy.alford43@gmail.com) for directions or if you are interested in attending.
Aldo Leopold Study Group – A Lenten Program
March 4 – April 15, 7:00pm – 9:00pm, VFH.
Join a group of people for a seven week series to explore your spiritual landscape and everyday life. The work of Aldo Leopold’s A Sand County Almanac, along with other resources, will be used as metaphors for reflection about your spiritual journey and its connections to your daily life. Participants will be invited to engage in reflection and thought sharing in small and large groups. People of all faith traditions are invited to participate in this series. Since the sessions are interrelated, we ask when registering, that you plan to attend all seven evenings. To register and for additional information, contact Rev. Steve Halsted. Sponsored by: CUCC and North Carolina Interfaith Power and Light.
International Women’s Day, 2014
March 8, 2014, 9:30am – 3:00pm, Pullen Memorial Baptist Church, 1801 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, NC.
For the past two years women in the Triangle have experienced a fun time as they have connected with one another, enjoyed exhibits and activities, honored the achievements of women at this event sponsored by A Place for Women to Gather. This year we hope more women will come to celebrate women in their giftedness, diversity, and roles in society.
International Women’s Day, established in 1911, is in 32 countries a national holiday, also known as The UN Day for Women’s Rights and International Peace.
Our 2014 program includes InterPlay Women’s Ensemble with Ginny Going, singing with Kathleen Hannan, Dances of Universal Peace with Julie Purcell, Marie Garlock leading Dance as A Healing Art, yoga with Judith Valerie, ERAGS quilt exhibit, drum circle with Cathy Kielar, The Raging Grannies, bracelets for Ethiopian women with Women’s Sacred Kindness Circle, activities to honor women – see Program Schedule attached.
The Triangle celebration will offer a variety of interactive activities, exhibits, presentations and entertainment; times to get to know other women, learn about opportunities for women, become involved in projects, and just enjoy a day of fun and creativity along with refreshments. Those attending will carry home new ideas, good feelings, and the benefits of being with a group of amazing women. There is no admission cost. Optional donation to A Place for Women to Gather in support of its mission and programs will be welcomed. See www.womengather.org for more information about this event and other offerings from A Place for Women to Gather. For questions, contact Margaret Thurston at margaret.b.thurston@gmail.com.