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Notes from the Parish Nurse

Greetings,I came across a video I want to share called “The Time You Have (in jelly beans.)” Here is a copy of the write up from Huffington Post on this wonderful, thought provoking video! “Who knew jelly beans could be so inspirational? It turns out the sweet treat takes on a certain heft — both figuratively and … Continued

Minister’s Musings – Saying Yes to Yourself

Saying Yes to Yourself “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You’re on your own. And you know what to do. And you know what you know. And you are the one who’ll decide where to go.”           … Continued

Notes from the Parish Nurse

Greetings,I resonated with this blog – when I look back at my life, every time there was a set back or things did not turn out as planned, I ended up being given an opportunity for something even better than I had originally imagined! Now when I set my mind on something, I always remember to … Continued

Notes from the Parish Nurse

Greetings,Lots of folks say they have the “flu” when they get ill during flu season. I have seen many patients come in saying they have the “flu” and need something to get back to work. They were generally diagnosed with a simple upper respiratory infection aka “a cold.” I have seen many patients come in … Continued

Minister’s Musings – Venture Out

“Only those who risk to go too far can possibly find out how far one can go.” – T. S. Eliot  Adapted words from Poet Marni P. Harmony: If, on a starlit night, with the moon brilliantly shimmering, We stay inside and do not venture out, the evening universe remains a part of life we shall … Continued

Notes from the Parish Nurse

Greetings,I would like to share the following wisdom this week. What a great reminder for us as we maneuver through our busy days! The 6 Second Challenge…“In 6 seconds you can kiss someone like you mean it. In 6 seconds you can hold open a door. In 6 seconds you can wait for a little straggler … Continued

Events at CUUF 10/10-10/17

Share the Plate Sunday!  –  Women’s Resource Center of NCW will be the beneficiary for Sunday’s Share the Plate collection. UU Parent Group MeetingTODAY, Friday, October 10th, at 6:00pm, Rev. Laura will facilitate the group discussion.  This is a casual gathering of parents/guardians and children. We share a potluck dinner and then children and adults separate for activities and discussion. All are welcome. For … Continued

Minister’s Musings – Your Sacred Yes

“Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and then do that thing. Because what the world needs is people who are alive.” – Howard Thurman We all do it, say yes to multiple projects, and then realize we’ve taken on too much. We may say yes out of duty/responsibility, guilt, … Continued

Events at CUUF 10/3-10/10

Young Adult MeetingsBeginning TODAY, Friday, October 3rd, at 7:00pm, Heather Coonrod will lead the young adults’ activities in the sanctuary.  Young Adult meetings will be held each first-Friday evening.  Monthly Theme Discussion GroupThis Monday, October 6th Noon to 1:30pm, Rev. Laura will facilitate a discussion of October’s theme of “Yes.”  Bring a lunch and your thoughts about the theme.  All … Continued

Minister’s Musings – As Long As I Have Breath

“Every day, we gather what we think we’ll need, pick up what we love and all that we so far believe, put on our history, shoulder our experience and memory, take inventory of our blessings, and we start walking toward morning.” – Rev. Victoria Safford We are invited to say ‘Yes’ to life, love, and truth … Continued