UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP

OF HARFORD COUNTY

ADULT EDUCATION BROCHURE FALL 2019

Hello! Thank you for taking the time to look at this brochure and for considering our Adult Faith Development and Enrichment programs here at UUFHC.

These classes, programs and retreats are designed to create opportunities to enhance our understanding of ourselves, our faith community and the world in which we live. We do this by exploring ideas, mind/body connections and spiritual inquiry.

Here at UUFHC we promote a safe environment that is respectful of each other, open to differing beliefs and mindful of the individual choices we each make on our personal faith journeys.

Several of these offerings include a suggested exchange, but please don’t let financial hardship deter you. Members and contributing friends are welcome to contact our Reverend at minister@uufhc.net for financial assistance when needed.

Childcare is available for most events upon request. Please place your r e q u e s t AT L E A S T O N E W E E K B E F O R E t h e e v e n t a t childcare@uufhc.net.

I hope you choose to “Lean Into” spiritual enrichment within one of these programs. As we deepen in our own understandings, we further enrich the world.

Wherever you are on your journey, this community is ready to welcome you with open hearts, minds and arms.

RETREAT OFFERING

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"Breath, Spirit, and Wind: A Day Retreat at Bon Secours Retreat Center" Marriottsville, MD

October 19, 2019, 10am - 3pm Facilitators: Jean McKendry and Beth Wood-Roig Exchange: TBA Morning snacks and lunch are provided (carpooling is available; call Beth 410-459-8339)

Do you ever feel as though you are so busy, you can't catch your breath? Our breath is always with us, of course, but the feeling that we "can't catch our breath" is real as well. In this busy world, everyone needs some unscheduled, uncommitted time at least once in a while. We invite you to come along for a day apart at the Bon Secours Retreat Center, where we will take time to relax, catch our breath, and be present to all that Mother Earth has to show us. Imagine strolling along a path among the old, tall trees around the campus, or sitting still and listening to the leaves rustle in the refreshing October breezes. You might follow the labyrinth path to its center and back out again, sit near the Koi pond, or wander in the peace garden. There will be plenty of unstructured time to explore what is calling you. For this time apart from the normal busyness of life, we hope to simply re-member our breath and our bodies, and renew our spirits for the lives we are called to lead. Join us!

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Building the World We Dream About

Co-Facilitators: Rev. María McCabe and Erica Bertoli-Fineman Dates: Thurs. Sep. 19th, Thurs. Oct. 17th, Thurs. Nov. 21st Time: 6:30-8:30pm Childcare is available with 1 week notice. Exchange: none Location: sanctuary

You are invited to join us as we continue our conversation about race and ethnicity in our world today. At a time when racialized social policies target people of color in the United States – including such efforts as mass incarceration and punitive immigration – how might we harness the principles of our faith tradition to “build the world we dream about”? This series will follow our monthly spiritual themes for 2019. Thus, our September session will coincide with the theme of ‘expectation,’ and focus on understanding the reality of white privilege. For those of us who identify as white, how do we expect to be treated in our society and how is that different for our siblings of color? In October, the spiritual theme is ‘belonging’ and we will focus on what it takes to ‘belong’ and thrive in today’s world if we carry a marginalized identity. We will hear testimony from different voices and experiences. In November, the theme is ‘attention.’ In this session we will learn what is meant by the term ‘white supremacy culture’ which is very different from the tenets of white supremacist organizations. What can we do to make our own community more inclusive, equitable and just?

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Facilitator: Rev. María Uitti McCabe Dates: September 26, 2019 – May 28, 2020 (Second and Fourth Thursdays) Time: 11:30am – 1:00pm Exchange: none Childcare is available with 1 week notice.

Where does our faith call us in the 21st century?

At the 2019 General Assembly of the Unitarian Universalist Association, we were asked to reflect deeply on the following questions: what sustains us in our faith as we do the work of justice? What from our faith helps to guide our lives? And “What’s our personal commitment and stake to transforming and living our values and benefits?

Join us for real conversation about the future of our faith and our beloved UUFHC. Our Unitarian Universalist values are need more than ever in today’s world. How will we respond?

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Facilitator: Rev. María Uitti McCabe Dates: September 3, 2019 – May 19, 2020 (First and Third Tuesdays) Time: 7:00 – 8:30pm Exchange: none Childcare is available with 1 week notice.

You are invited to join us as we embark on our third year of the Soul Matters Sharing Circle. This is a wonderful time to share connection with each other and go deeper with our monthly worship themes.

Like a favorite reading from our hymnal says, ‘alone our vision is too narrow to see all that must be seen, and our strength too limited to do all that must be done. Together, our vision widens and our strength is renewed.’ From the Soul Matters Sharing Circle website https://www.soulmatterssharingcircle.com

During our time together on the first Tuesday of the month, we will explore the monthly questions that the Soul Matters program poses for us, and engage in related spiritual exercises. On the third Tuesday, we will go more deeply into the spiritual practices that support us in our daily lives, including music, moving meditation, story-telling and play. We will take our cue from the UUA’s program entitled Spirit in Practice.

Consider joining us. It is a wonderful time to slow down, catch our breath and simply BE with one another.

If you are interested, or have questions about this program, please reach out to Rev. María McCabe at minister@uufhc.net, or stop by my office for a chat!

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UU Christian Fellowship

Facilitator: Steve Thompson at 410-658-3341 or stevenrthompson2@yahoo.com When: Sept.11th and 25th, Oct. 9th and 23rd, Nov. 6th, Dec. 11th Time: 7:15pm Location: UUFHC in Room 2 Exchange: none

Bible studies, topics to be announced in the fall.

ADULT ENRICHMENT

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Gentle Yoga

Teacher: Becca Motil at rmotil@aol.com Dates: Tuesdays Sept. 3rd – Dec. 17th Time: 7 – 8:15pm the sanctuary Exchange: $8 per class/$5 for students & retirees. Please make checks payable to Rebecca Motil. This is a gentle, meditative class open to any level of fitness or yoga practitioner. Please wear comfortable clothes, bare feet and a smile. Bring your own yoga mat and a throw or beach towel to roll up as a bolster or use as a blanket. Becca Motil has been teaching yoga for more than fifteen years and is certified in the YogaFit style.

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Co-Facilitators: Members of the Green Sanctuary Team Dates & Times: Friday, Sept. 13, 2019 at 7:00PM, Sanctuary Sunday, October 27, 2019 at 12:00 Noon, Sanctuary Thursday, November 14, 2019 at 7:00 PM, Sanctuary Exchange: None. There may be a child care exchange if needed.

Have you been wondering what the talk about “Green Sanctuary” is all about? Are you concerned about your kids’ future when you see climate change topics on TV? Do you want to do SOMETHING to protect our home, but you’re just not sure how? Then join the Green Sanctuary Team to learn what we can do to become a Green Sanctuary. This is a one class, introduction to the UUA Green Sanctuary program offered at 3 different times to accommodate many schedules. (You’re welcome to attend as often as you like!) Discover healthier every-day options that make a significant impact on environmental health. Find out how to take part in the local projects we will be doing. Best of all, help preserve the interdependent web of life of which we are all a part for this and future generations.

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Kadampa Buddhism Meditation Classes

… right here at UUFHC! Contact: 410-243-3837 or www.meditationmd.org Dates: Tuesdays, 7:00pm – 8:15pm in Room #4 Exchange: $12.00 ($8 for students, seniors 60+, and unemployed)

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The purpose of meditation is to make our mind calm and peaceful. If our mind is peaceful, we will be free from worries and mental discomfort, and so we will experience true happiness; but if our mind is not peaceful, we will find it very difficult to be happy, even if we are living in the very best conditions.

Classes are lead by Nadia Malik.

She is the World Peace Cafe manager at KMC Maryland and has been practicing Kadam Dharma since 2011. The depth of her dedication to study and practice is obvious in her teaching, where she skillfully includes many practical examples of how to sincerely apply Buddha’s teachings to modern daily life. For more classes and info www.MeditationMD.org.

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Musical Activities for All Ages

UUFHC presents many opportunities for people of all ages to make music together! If you sing or play an instrument at any level, this is for you! We make it fun, and there is no pressure, so please join us for any and all of these music-making opportunities:

CHOIR

Choir Director: Brenna Kupferman at brenna.kupferman@gmail.com or 443-739-5530 Choir Practice: 9:30am – 10:15am on Sunday’s fall-spring

The choir is always looking for new singers, so if you enjoy singing, we would love to have you join us. We sing a wide variety of music and have a great time doing it! We sing at least one Sunday a month in service and occasionally at other church-related occasions. Rehearsals are Sunday morning’s right before service – you do not need to be present every Sunday to be in the choir. Youth and adults are welcome. No previous experience is required.

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Facilitator: Terry Kalka at kalka2@gmail.com or Brenna Kupferman at brenna.kupferman@gmail.com

Do you sing or play an instrument? Would you like to be part of a band that occasionally offers music for Sunday service and other church social events? We would love for you to join us! We play a wide variety of music, which is usually chosen by the band. The ensemble varies upon availability, but can include vocals, keyboard, guitar, bass, and light percussion. All musicians and singers of ALL AGES are welcome. Rehearsals are scheduled as needed by the ensemble.

OTHER MUSIC ACTIVITIES

Facilitator: Brenna Kupferman at brenna.kupferman@gmail.com or 443-739-5530

We occasionally have other opportunities for singers and musicians to participate in services and other church-related activities. These can include playing during summer services, children’s worship, and the annual RE service, social activities (chili cook-off, auction, picnic, and annual MUUsic festival), stewardship gatherings, special evening prayer services, memorial services, and other events. If you or your child is interested in being a part of these or any other music-related opportunities, please contact Brenna for more information.

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Contact: Director of Religious Education - dre@uufhc.net Dates: Second Fridays of the month in the sanctuary Time: 5:45pm – 8:30pm in the sanctuary Exchange: The cost is $5 per family for pizza, unless you’d like to bring a salad or dessert, and then there will be no charge. Please RSVP as we will be ordering food!

In Parent Support Group, we explore how to raise children with UU values. Spending time with like-minded parents helps us build community and energize. Together, we find strength to meet the challenges of life. Bring the whole family on the second Friday of the month. We meet from 5:45pm to 8:00pm. We share a light dinner of pizza, salad, and dessert. After dinner, the kids go with the sitters to the RE Wing and the parents talk.

Older Wiser Loving Souls Circle !

Facilitator: J. Sue Henry at jsuehenry2@gmail.com or 908-283-1030 Dates: Second and Fourth Tuesdays of the month This group meets throughout the year. You may join at any time! Time: 10:00am to 11:30am in Room #4 Exchange: $15.00 for the year is requested This group of individuals starting at age 59 years (exceptions can be made!) meet to discuss: • the challenges and opportunities of aging • experiencing practices and processes that enhance intention and passion for

life • sharing ways of serving the greater good in family, church and community.

The specific topics to be explored this year include: • the further identification of the joys, challenges and coping strategies for each

of the stages of ageing. • The Essence of Sage-ing will be explored. This includes the topics of

examining topics such as: engaging in life review, repairing relationships, embracing your mortality and transmitting your legacy.

You may join at any time! There are future topics and activities, aside from the ongoing group, planned for the older, wiser loving souls.

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Instructor: James (Marty) Martin at 443-299-2434 When: Wednesdays: 9:00am Thursdays: by appt. Saturdays: 9:00am Location: UUFHC Exchange: $10.00 per month or $5.00 per session

Qigong is an ancient form of self-healing through gentle movement. It is a movement practice focused on health, longevity, stress management and mental clarity. Marty will be teaching the Hauxia Zhineng Qigong (Chi Lel) system which was the world’s largest medicine-less Qigong. The Chi Lel Qigong center in China had 180 different diseases and had a 95% success rate. James Martin (Marty) has been practicing Qigong for 25 years, he’ll draw on 50+ years experience in the martial arts. He has taught Qigong in many different locales and will be teaching this beneficial healing practice at UUFHC.

Tai Chi is another ancient form of self-healing. Marty will teach the Yang style 24 movement Tai Chi short form. He will take you step by step through the most widely practiced Tai Chi form on the planet.

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Sitting Meditation

Contact: Susan Knause at susan.knause@gmail.com and Beth Wood-Roig at bwoodro1@gmail.com Date: every Sunday 9:45am – 10:15am thru spring Place: library Exchange: none

The first ten minutes are devoted to Mindfulness techniques offered by a practitioner, and then shared silence. When the weather is good and the spirit moves, meditation can be done outside.

OnWord Journeys Journaling Group

Facilitators: Cindy Curry (vcurry@ccps.org, 443-243-3336), Beth Wood-Roig (bwoodro1@gmail.com, 410-459-833) Date: First three Thursdays of each month September - May, 7 - 8:30pm Place: UUFHC room 3 Exchange: weekly fee: $12/person

The Onward Journeys Journaling Group is a stable and deeply bonded group of compassionate, supportive women, all of whom journal as part of their spiritual explorations and personal journeys. We use a number of different journaling techniques, occasionally including collage and other visual media in our journaling. Because of the depth of the bond, we prefer that people who join the group commit to attending the scheduled meetings regularly. If you are interested in joining the group or just want to learn more, please contact Cindy or Beth. We would be happy to answer any questions you might have. We welcome new members and would be glad to have you join us if you think this is a fit for you!

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

The Unitarian Universalist

Fellowship of Harford County is a

welcoming religious community that

nurtures individual spiritual

journeys, encourages growth in

faith, celebrates diversity, and

strives to inspire a more just,

peaceful, and sustainable world.

Reverend María McCabe, Minister

Ed Roberts, Board President

2515 Churchville Road Churchville, MD 21028

410-734-7122

office@UUFHC.net www.UUFHC.net