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Notes from the Parish Nurse

Greetings,I found this article fascinating! Many Fronts in Fighting ObesityBy Jane E. Brody Sugar, and especially the high-fructose corn syrup that sweetens many processed foods and nearly all soft drinks, has been justly demonized for adding nutritionally empty calories to our diet and causing metabolic disruptions linked to a variety of diseases. But a closer look at … Continued

Events 12/19-12/26

Circle SupperTOMORROW, Saturday, December 20th, 6:00pm at the home of Pam & Jack Toevs.  Circle Suppers are large potluck dinners on Saturday evenings, in the homes of CUUF members and friends. All are welcome, no matter how new you are to our Fellowship. Please bring a main dish, side dish, appetizer or dessert to share with 10-12 people. Please … Continued

Minister’s Musings – Connecting to Our Shadow Side

“When you light a candle, you also cast a shadow.” – Ursula K. Le Guin  The holiday season is full of light, whether it be Hanukkah candles or Christmas lights. Along with the lights comes the expectation to be merry and festive. This can be a difficult time of year. It can be a time of … Continued

Notes from the Parish Nurse

Greetings,As we experience the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, take time to “take five”… Take five….Take five breaths…to return to the present moment and calm your mind.Take five moments…to smile at a stranger.Take five minutes…to mindfully listen to a friend.Take five acts of kindness…to bless yourself and others.Just take five…and watch the love unfold! Wishing … Continued

Notes from the Parish Nurse

Greetings,Have you ever felt that you are more sensitive than most people? Do you immediately notice minor details others seem to miss whether it is the decor in a room or body language of a stranger? Are you easily overwhelmed by too much stimuli? Do you tend to get anxious in situations that do not … Continued

Minister’s Musings – Being Thankful

“In a real sense all life is inter-related. All men are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly affects all indirectly. I can never be what I ought to be until you are what you ought to be, and you can never be what you ought to … Continued

Notes from the Parish Nurse

Greetings,This past week I had an opportunity to practice being mindful during a crisis…thankfully I have been regularly practicing mindfulness and meditation, so my mindfulness memory muscles kicked right in, helping me stay in the moment, by using my breathe as my anchor to keep me from getting caught up in the whirlwind of uncertainty … Continued

Notes From the Parish Nurse

Greetings,I want to let you know of an upcoming class at CUUF. Leroy Farmer is a long time member of our fellowship and wanted to share what he has learned and practices with others.  These classes are free and open to anyone with an interest in this ancient art of movement.  Here is the announcement … Continued

Events for 11/14-11/21

Announcements: Small Dinners Coming Up!Don’t forget, for those who have RSVP’d, TOMORROW is the day to attend a small dinner.  Ya’ll enjoy your time together! Circle Supper for Thanksgiving!Also, don’t forget that this month’s Circle Supper will be held in the sanctuary on Thursday, November 27th at 2:00pm.  Come join your family at CUUF for Thanksgiving dinner and fun! Bring a dish … Continued

Minister’s Musings – What is Grace?

“Do we know what it means to be struck by grace? It does not mean that we suddenly believe that God exists, or that Jesus is the Saviour, or that the Bible contains the truth. To believe that something is, is almost contrary to the meaning of grace.”               … Continued