Adult Programs Happenings Spring 2012
The Spring Adult Program brochure (with listings for April – June) is available now!
Please address inquiries and send your ideas to our Adult Programs Advisor, Allison Palm at apalm@uubelmont.org or adultprograms@uubelmont.org.
Chalice Circles
A Chalice Circle will meet each month during the spring to reflect upon a recent sermon topic. This single session Small Group Ministry format will encourage personal sharing and active listening. Bagels provided.
Sun., April 15, 12:30-2pm, Library – Topic: Rebirth and Renewal; Facilitator: Martha Read
Sun., May 6, 12:30-2pm, Library - Topic: Justice; Facilitator: Sara Oaklander
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The Women’s Spring Potluck Dinner – Fri., April 20, 7pm, Upper Hall
All the women of the church are invited to gather for dinner and a reunion of old and new friends. Please bring a salad, an appetizer, a main course, dessert, or a bottle of wine or juice. RSVP on Evite or email Allison Palm at apalm@uubelmont.org.
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I Will Love Whomever I Choose: Victoria Woodhull Unleashed – Sun., April 22, 12:30-2pm, Parlor
Victoria Woodhull was a stockbroker, spiritualist, and champion of women’s rights in the 1860s. Her courageous insistence on women’s equality in all matters, including sex, resonates with us today. Join Laurie Carter Noble to learn more about Victoria’s incredible life.
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Da Vinci’s Ghost: The Untold Story of the World’s Most Famous Drawing – Thurs., April 26, 7:30pm, Parish Hall
Join Toby Lester to hear about his new book, which tells the story of the famous ‘Vitruvian Man” and the ancient ideas that influenced this timeless drawing.
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Bible Study, Sun. April 29, 12:30-2:30 in the Library
Join Rev. David Bryce and Allison Palm for the final session of a year-long exploration of the Hebrew and Christian scriptures. Each month we’ll read a particular story, learn about the history of that story, and reflect on its meaning through discussion and group activities. This month we’ll be reading Galatians 2:15-21 and James 2:14-26. Come once or come every month! Bagels provided.
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An Old-Fashioned Hymn Sing – Wed., May 9, 7:30-9pm, Parish Hall
Join our Minister of Music, Alfa Radford for an evening of singing together. All voices welcome! Send your requests for the hymns you love best to adultprograms@uubelmont.org by Monday, May 7.
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New UU Class – Sat., May 12, 9am-12pm, Library
This class is for necomers, long-term members, and friends who would like to learn more about the history of our faith, how we practice it today, First Church history, and how our congregation functions. We will talk about our spiritual journey and what brought us to The First Church. There will be discussion with our minister, other staff, and committee members. Childcare provided on request. For more information or to register, please contact Jim Staton at jstaton@uubelmont.org.
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The Women’s Retreat – Senexet House, Woodstock CT, June 1-3
Women of all ages from The first Church gather for our annual women’s retreat weekend on a lake. There are individual and group activities both indoors and out, quiet time by the fire, and good meals with someone else doing the cooking and dishes. We make everyone feel truly welcome. Contact Allison Palm at apalm@uubelmont.org for details.