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March 7 Robert Price: "Finding Your True Self". In this day and time many are finding that the typical religious titles and dogma do
not fit themselves. By drawing on several authors, personal experiences, music, and practical application we will seek to find new
insight and meaning for participants. Shamanism, polytheism, paganism and druidism will be highlighted.
March 14 Suzahn Fiering: Confessions of a Dixie Diva: How a good sense of humor and a positive outlook helps a
"liberal/progressive" (and longtime Unitarian) work with people from all over the spectrum (businesses, churches, festivals, activist-
groups, et alia), while maintaining her own integrity and balance. Talk will include personal anecdotes from Suzahn's life in the
entertainment world, from New York folk and jazz clubs to Nashville's Music Row scene to her current career as an internationally
touring jazz-artist/composer. (www.myspace.com/suzahnfiering) (Board meeting after talkback)
March 21 The Rev Amy Cates, a minister of the First Christian Church of Tullahoma and President of the Board of Citizens for
Homeless Relief, will speak about homelessness in Tullahoma and the surrounding areas. She will also discuss the work of
Shepherd’s House, the only homeless shelter in Tullahoma. (Congregational meeting after)
March 28 Kenneth Johnson: "The Spiritual Practices - Ancient pathways to spiritual growth." When it comes to spiritual growth and
development, we do not have to "reinvent the wheel." The world religions have developed basic spiritual practices to assist in our
growth in wisdom, peace of mind, insight, and equanimity. There is much agreement between these practices and otherwise
"secular" approaches to personal healing and evolution. And, there is an intimate connection between these practices and the
Unitarian Universalist commitment to social justice. (Potluck after talkback)
BOARD MEETING
March 14 is the date for the board meeting after the service and talk back. All are welcome.
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
After the service on March 21, a vote will be taken to elect a board of officers for the next fiscal year and there will be an introduction
to Church Policy/Guide Lines.
TREASURER’S REPORT: Chuck Morgret
For the month of January, our operating income was $1,306.53 and operating expenses were $3,146.13. Our operating income for
the fiscal year (which began July 1) to date is $17,187.58 (including $3,180 in prepaid pledges received before July 1) and operating
expenses are $17,783.57. (Our planned operating budget for the fiscal year is $29,987.) Outside the operating budget, we received
$475 in contributions to the UUSC/UUA Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund, $100 in Guest at Your Table contributions, $60.70 in
contributions to the Henry Center food program and a $50 contribution to the UUA Association Sunday fund. Expenses outside the
operating budget included $100 for child care expenses covered by a designated contribution.
RE BOOK CLUB (A NEW ACTIVITY)
The first R.E. Book Club meeting is scheduled for Friday, March 5, 7:00 p.m. at the home of Jim and Trudy Northway, 347 Rutledge
Falls Road, Tullahoma. Printed directions are available at the church. So many persons signed up that a second meeting (same
topic) will be held on the following Friday, March 12. Presently, Trudy serves as the Religious Education Director for our church.
She is initiating a once monthly R.E. Book Club, where participants will share discussion about written materials which will
enhance adult religious education in our congregation.
The topic for discussion is the Jesus Parables. Jesus made use of parables the same way Socrates used his dialogues - to make
his audience think. Jesus played upon the stereotypes and tensions in his world and wove explosive stories that called into
question the everyday assumptions of his audience. For centuries these parables have been routinely misread and largely
underestimated. Now scholars area attempting to recover their irony-edginess and “in your face” approach.
We will be looking at: (1) The Mustard Seed (Don’t be spreading weeds in my garden!) (Matthew 13:31-32 Mark 4:30-32 Luke 13:18-
19), (2) The Lost Son (The dysfunctional family?) Luke 15: 11-32 You may also want to look at The Lost Sheep, Matthew 18: 12-14
Luke 15:3-7 and The Lost Coin Luke 15: 8-10 (3) Workers in the Vineyard (UUs concern with justice makes this a “favorite”) Matthew
20: 1-16.
THANK YOU FOR THE SURPRISE
Thanks go to Leena Reddy, Barbara Snyder and Chucky Condon for their donation of a GE Portable Dishwasher, to be installed on
March 17. Whoeeee!
FOURTH SUNDAY POTLUCK LUNCH
Monetary donations can be made at the potluck and the money will be used to support the United Methodist Church’s Parrish
Ministry at the Henry Center who provide food to the needy. The date for the next potluck lunch will be March 28th. Thank you, John
Owens for providing white tablecloths for the February lunch.
CHURCH COFFEE HOUSE EVENT
Pat Peller‘s effort to arrange for the recent Coffee House event is appreciated as well as are all who participated. Janet Hill, Bruce
Whitehead and Lucy Boss did the set up. If you bring Bill Davis a dvd-r or a cd-r he will make a copy of the performance for you.
(option: if you‘d prefer he purchase a disk, pay him $5).
UUs IN THE NEWS
Barbara Snyder had a 3 star letter printed in The Tennessean on March 27th.
CHURCH YARD SALE
Leapin’ Lizards! In the blink of an eye, it will soon be time for the church yard sale, rain or shine. Saturday, April 17 is the date of the
sale. You may bring items for the sale to the church any time in March and April. Due to lack of storage space, wait to bring large,
bulky items until after the church service on April 11. DO let Lucy Boss know what you’ll bring though, so it can be advertised.
It is very helpful if the items are CLEAN and priced. Clothing should be marked on masking tape (on the left shoulder side of the
garment) with the size and price. Please use wire coat hangers. Blouses, dresses, shirts and pants (men’s and women’s:
separately) should be hung in the closet along with like items. Place price tags on knick knacks in a visible place. If you bring
electronics, put your name on it in case we have questions about it. Bed linens should be sized as to single, double, queen or king.
Table linens, curtains and drapes should be sized also.
In early April, we’ll be asking you to sign up to help with set up, taking down and as sales persons on the day of the sale. Try to be
organized in placing things in the back or the RE room and some in Doug’s office so as not to be too messy. If you wish to make a
purchase from sale items at the church, simply pay for it and take it home. Put the cash in the refrigerator drawer.
MINDFUL ECOTHERAPY WEEKEND RETREAT AT THE MOUNTAIN, April 3-4. 2010
Mindful Ecotherapy Retreat at The Mountain, Highlands North Carolina, April 3-4
We still have four spots available! Registration has been extended to March 15, 2010.
Join Chuck Hall, Executive Director of the Mindful Ecotherapy Organization, for an educational weekend at The Mountain! (www.
mindfulecotherapy.org)
Mindful Ecotherapy uses nature to facilitate mindful states of being. Mindfulness has been studied in recent years by mental health
professionals as a way to reduce stress and anxiety and to lead a more productive and happier life. Cost for the weekend is $250
and includes meals and lodging for the weekend of April 3-4, 2010 at The Mountain in Highlands, NC. To register online, visit: http:
//www.mindfulecotherapy.org/Programs/The%20Mountain/Mountain%20April%202010.htm
HAITI EARTHQUAKE ASSISTANCE
On January 13, 2010, Port-au-Prince, the capital of Haiti, was devastated by a major earthquake. The Unitarian Universalist Service
Committee and the Unitarian Universalist Association are making a joint effort to raise money for relief funds to aid the thousands of
people who are in dire conditions. Check out this website: http://www.uusc.org/haitiearthquake
Folks from our church may make donations by writing a check to The Unitarian Universalist Church of Tullahoma and earmark it for
the HAITI earthquake relief fund and Chuck Morgret will deposit those checks & send a check for the total amounts to the UUSC. Or
if you prefer you can contribute directly to the UUSC. www.uusc.org/...
/major_earthquake_devastates_haiti_uusc_uua_launch_relief_fund
AL-UU-MIN-IUM
Recycling aluuminum cans in February earned the church $22.57 which brings the current total for this year to $39.81. The price
paid for aluminum is now up to 63 cents per pound. Continue ‘canning’!
A DEATH
Bruce Bosansky’s sister, Mary Ann Titus, passed away on March 1. She was a beautiful person, led a full, wonderful life, and has a
very loving family. There are more pictures posted on the family's website as of today. If you would like, you can visit the website at:
http://loveformom.blogspot.com/
FERRY BEACH UU CAMP AND CONFERENCE CENTER
Ferry Beach, founded in 1901, is a Unitarian Universalist camp and conference center on the coast of Maine. For 12 weeks every
summer vacationers, conferees and campers are welcomed to experience the unique old fashioned vacation that only Ferry Beach
can provide.
Guests can choose from 30 conference and camp offerings or vacation on their own. Although the focus of each week at Ferry
Beach is different, the feeling of community and spiritual renewal is a constant all summer long. There are brochures and a booklet
describing all the activities, fees and registration details available at our church. (www.ferrybeach.org)
TULLAHOMA CROP(Communities Responding to Overcome Poverty) HUNGER WALK!
Last year we raised over $10,000 and had over 200 people come out to Frazier McEwen on Palm Sunday afternoon and walk to
raise awareness about the on going and "growing" problem of hunger and poverty in our area and throughout the world. I am going
to have an informational meeting Thurs. March 4, at 10:00am at First Presbyterian Church in the Fellowship Hall, about this year's
walk, for those who were involved last year and for anyone wanting to learn more about CROP Walks. We would love to have some
new folks out there walking with us this year! If you cannot make the meeting (i know it is short notice-sorry!), please let me know if
you are interested, just want to know about it or would like for me to come talk to a group about our 2nd Annual CROP Walk! Thank
you so much for your love of Tullahoma and your help in fighting hunger! ( Christy Sherrer, Director of Christian Education and
Youth, First Presbyterian Church
931-455-9328)
THE MARKETPLACE (SPRING/SUMMER) CONSIGNMENT SALE
The dates for this event are: March 16, 17, 18 for drop-off and March 20-28 to shop. The location is at the Midsouth Market & Expo
Bldg, 110 Wilton Circle, Winchester (off Hwy 64, in the vicinity of Health Dept. & Jail). Questions? Call Gina Moore (cell 308-7324)
mooremarketplace@yahoo.com and put “Consignment “in the subject line.
SOUTH JACKSON CIVIC CENTER ANNUAL GALA
The 31st annual Gala Celebration show will be on Saturday, March13 at 7 p.m. at the South Jackson Civic Center. Tickets are $40
for the Saturday Gala. This fund raiser will combine a creative stage show with the “Taste of the South Jackson” featuring treats from
local restaurants and cafes. A silent auction will also be held in conjunction with the entertainment. You will have fun with the
music (songs of Leiber and Stoller) from the great rock and roll era. The show, Smokey Joe’s Café will keep you gooovin’.
For a special treat, a unique door prize will be offered to Gala night attendees. A Murder Mystery Dinner for 12 will be given away at
the end of the evening. This dinner will include a murder mystery in which all guests will participate, a meal including salad, entrée,
and dessert and just plain fun. The mystery theatre will be an original production of the South Jackson performing arts staff –
Murder at the South Jackson PTA.
Additional performances of the Smokey Joe’s Café production can be seen at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 12 and at 2:00 p.m. on
Sunday, March 14. Tickets for these shows are $20. For reservations, phone the South Jackson Civic Center
not fit themselves. By drawing on several authors, personal experiences, music, and practical application we will seek to find new
insight and meaning for participants. Shamanism, polytheism, paganism and druidism will be highlighted.
March 14 Suzahn Fiering: Confessions of a Dixie Diva: How a good sense of humor and a positive outlook helps a
"liberal/progressive" (and longtime Unitarian) work with people from all over the spectrum (businesses, churches, festivals, activist-
groups, et alia), while maintaining her own integrity and balance. Talk will include personal anecdotes from Suzahn's life in the
entertainment world, from New York folk and jazz clubs to Nashville's Music Row scene to her current career as an internationally
touring jazz-artist/composer. (www.myspace.com/suzahnfiering) (Board meeting after talkback)
March 21 The Rev Amy Cates, a minister of the First Christian Church of Tullahoma and President of the Board of Citizens for
Homeless Relief, will speak about homelessness in Tullahoma and the surrounding areas. She will also discuss the work of
Shepherd’s House, the only homeless shelter in Tullahoma. (Congregational meeting after)
March 28 Kenneth Johnson: "The Spiritual Practices - Ancient pathways to spiritual growth." When it comes to spiritual growth and
development, we do not have to "reinvent the wheel." The world religions have developed basic spiritual practices to assist in our
growth in wisdom, peace of mind, insight, and equanimity. There is much agreement between these practices and otherwise
"secular" approaches to personal healing and evolution. And, there is an intimate connection between these practices and the
Unitarian Universalist commitment to social justice. (Potluck after talkback)
BOARD MEETING
March 14 is the date for the board meeting after the service and talk back. All are welcome.
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
After the service on March 21, a vote will be taken to elect a board of officers for the next fiscal year and there will be an introduction
to Church Policy/Guide Lines.
TREASURER’S REPORT: Chuck Morgret
For the month of January, our operating income was $1,306.53 and operating expenses were $3,146.13. Our operating income for
the fiscal year (which began July 1) to date is $17,187.58 (including $3,180 in prepaid pledges received before July 1) and operating
expenses are $17,783.57. (Our planned operating budget for the fiscal year is $29,987.) Outside the operating budget, we received
$475 in contributions to the UUSC/UUA Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund, $100 in Guest at Your Table contributions, $60.70 in
contributions to the Henry Center food program and a $50 contribution to the UUA Association Sunday fund. Expenses outside the
operating budget included $100 for child care expenses covered by a designated contribution.
RE BOOK CLUB (A NEW ACTIVITY)
The first R.E. Book Club meeting is scheduled for Friday, March 5, 7:00 p.m. at the home of Jim and Trudy Northway, 347 Rutledge
Falls Road, Tullahoma. Printed directions are available at the church. So many persons signed up that a second meeting (same
topic) will be held on the following Friday, March 12. Presently, Trudy serves as the Religious Education Director for our church.
She is initiating a once monthly R.E. Book Club, where participants will share discussion about written materials which will
enhance adult religious education in our congregation.
The topic for discussion is the Jesus Parables. Jesus made use of parables the same way Socrates used his dialogues - to make
his audience think. Jesus played upon the stereotypes and tensions in his world and wove explosive stories that called into
question the everyday assumptions of his audience. For centuries these parables have been routinely misread and largely
underestimated. Now scholars area attempting to recover their irony-edginess and “in your face” approach.
We will be looking at: (1) The Mustard Seed (Don’t be spreading weeds in my garden!) (Matthew 13:31-32 Mark 4:30-32 Luke 13:18-
19), (2) The Lost Son (The dysfunctional family?) Luke 15: 11-32 You may also want to look at The Lost Sheep, Matthew 18: 12-14
Luke 15:3-7 and The Lost Coin Luke 15: 8-10 (3) Workers in the Vineyard (UUs concern with justice makes this a “favorite”) Matthew
20: 1-16.
THANK YOU FOR THE SURPRISE
Thanks go to Leena Reddy, Barbara Snyder and Chucky Condon for their donation of a GE Portable Dishwasher, to be installed on
March 17. Whoeeee!
FOURTH SUNDAY POTLUCK LUNCH
Monetary donations can be made at the potluck and the money will be used to support the United Methodist Church’s Parrish
Ministry at the Henry Center who provide food to the needy. The date for the next potluck lunch will be March 28th. Thank you, John
Owens for providing white tablecloths for the February lunch.
CHURCH COFFEE HOUSE EVENT
Pat Peller‘s effort to arrange for the recent Coffee House event is appreciated as well as are all who participated. Janet Hill, Bruce
Whitehead and Lucy Boss did the set up. If you bring Bill Davis a dvd-r or a cd-r he will make a copy of the performance for you.
(option: if you‘d prefer he purchase a disk, pay him $5).
UUs IN THE NEWS
Barbara Snyder had a 3 star letter printed in The Tennessean on March 27th.
CHURCH YARD SALE
Leapin’ Lizards! In the blink of an eye, it will soon be time for the church yard sale, rain or shine. Saturday, April 17 is the date of the
sale. You may bring items for the sale to the church any time in March and April. Due to lack of storage space, wait to bring large,
bulky items until after the church service on April 11. DO let Lucy Boss know what you’ll bring though, so it can be advertised.
It is very helpful if the items are CLEAN and priced. Clothing should be marked on masking tape (on the left shoulder side of the
garment) with the size and price. Please use wire coat hangers. Blouses, dresses, shirts and pants (men’s and women’s:
separately) should be hung in the closet along with like items. Place price tags on knick knacks in a visible place. If you bring
electronics, put your name on it in case we have questions about it. Bed linens should be sized as to single, double, queen or king.
Table linens, curtains and drapes should be sized also.
In early April, we’ll be asking you to sign up to help with set up, taking down and as sales persons on the day of the sale. Try to be
organized in placing things in the back or the RE room and some in Doug’s office so as not to be too messy. If you wish to make a
purchase from sale items at the church, simply pay for it and take it home. Put the cash in the refrigerator drawer.
MINDFUL ECOTHERAPY WEEKEND RETREAT AT THE MOUNTAIN, April 3-4. 2010
Mindful Ecotherapy Retreat at The Mountain, Highlands North Carolina, April 3-4
We still have four spots available! Registration has been extended to March 15, 2010.
Join Chuck Hall, Executive Director of the Mindful Ecotherapy Organization, for an educational weekend at The Mountain! (www.
mindfulecotherapy.org)
Mindful Ecotherapy uses nature to facilitate mindful states of being. Mindfulness has been studied in recent years by mental health
professionals as a way to reduce stress and anxiety and to lead a more productive and happier life. Cost for the weekend is $250
and includes meals and lodging for the weekend of April 3-4, 2010 at The Mountain in Highlands, NC. To register online, visit: http:
//www.mindfulecotherapy.org/Programs/The%20Mountain/Mountain%20April%202010.htm
HAITI EARTHQUAKE ASSISTANCE
On January 13, 2010, Port-au-Prince, the capital of Haiti, was devastated by a major earthquake. The Unitarian Universalist Service
Committee and the Unitarian Universalist Association are making a joint effort to raise money for relief funds to aid the thousands of
people who are in dire conditions. Check out this website: http://www.uusc.org/haitiearthquake
Folks from our church may make donations by writing a check to The Unitarian Universalist Church of Tullahoma and earmark it for
the HAITI earthquake relief fund and Chuck Morgret will deposit those checks & send a check for the total amounts to the UUSC. Or
if you prefer you can contribute directly to the UUSC. www.uusc.org/...
/major_earthquake_devastates_haiti_uusc_uua_launch_relief_fund
AL-UU-MIN-IUM
Recycling aluuminum cans in February earned the church $22.57 which brings the current total for this year to $39.81. The price
paid for aluminum is now up to 63 cents per pound. Continue ‘canning’!
A DEATH
Bruce Bosansky’s sister, Mary Ann Titus, passed away on March 1. She was a beautiful person, led a full, wonderful life, and has a
very loving family. There are more pictures posted on the family's website as of today. If you would like, you can visit the website at:
http://loveformom.blogspot.com/
FERRY BEACH UU CAMP AND CONFERENCE CENTER
Ferry Beach, founded in 1901, is a Unitarian Universalist camp and conference center on the coast of Maine. For 12 weeks every
summer vacationers, conferees and campers are welcomed to experience the unique old fashioned vacation that only Ferry Beach
can provide.
Guests can choose from 30 conference and camp offerings or vacation on their own. Although the focus of each week at Ferry
Beach is different, the feeling of community and spiritual renewal is a constant all summer long. There are brochures and a booklet
describing all the activities, fees and registration details available at our church. (www.ferrybeach.org)
TULLAHOMA CROP(Communities Responding to Overcome Poverty) HUNGER WALK!
Last year we raised over $10,000 and had over 200 people come out to Frazier McEwen on Palm Sunday afternoon and walk to
raise awareness about the on going and "growing" problem of hunger and poverty in our area and throughout the world. I am going
to have an informational meeting Thurs. March 4, at 10:00am at First Presbyterian Church in the Fellowship Hall, about this year's
walk, for those who were involved last year and for anyone wanting to learn more about CROP Walks. We would love to have some
new folks out there walking with us this year! If you cannot make the meeting (i know it is short notice-sorry!), please let me know if
you are interested, just want to know about it or would like for me to come talk to a group about our 2nd Annual CROP Walk! Thank
you so much for your love of Tullahoma and your help in fighting hunger! ( Christy Sherrer, Director of Christian Education and
Youth, First Presbyterian Church
931-455-9328)
THE MARKETPLACE (SPRING/SUMMER) CONSIGNMENT SALE
The dates for this event are: March 16, 17, 18 for drop-off and March 20-28 to shop. The location is at the Midsouth Market & Expo
Bldg, 110 Wilton Circle, Winchester (off Hwy 64, in the vicinity of Health Dept. & Jail). Questions? Call Gina Moore (cell 308-7324)
mooremarketplace@yahoo.com and put “Consignment “in the subject line.
SOUTH JACKSON CIVIC CENTER ANNUAL GALA
The 31st annual Gala Celebration show will be on Saturday, March13 at 7 p.m. at the South Jackson Civic Center. Tickets are $40
for the Saturday Gala. This fund raiser will combine a creative stage show with the “Taste of the South Jackson” featuring treats from
local restaurants and cafes. A silent auction will also be held in conjunction with the entertainment. You will have fun with the
music (songs of Leiber and Stoller) from the great rock and roll era. The show, Smokey Joe’s Café will keep you gooovin’.
For a special treat, a unique door prize will be offered to Gala night attendees. A Murder Mystery Dinner for 12 will be given away at
the end of the evening. This dinner will include a murder mystery in which all guests will participate, a meal including salad, entrée,
and dessert and just plain fun. The mystery theatre will be an original production of the South Jackson performing arts staff –
Murder at the South Jackson PTA.
Additional performances of the Smokey Joe’s Café production can be seen at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 12 and at 2:00 p.m. on
Sunday, March 14. Tickets for these shows are $20. For reservations, phone the South Jackson Civic Center
| VANGUARD ~NEWSLETTER~ THE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH 3536 New Manchester Highway (P.O. Box 331) Tullahoma, TN 37388 -(931) 455-8626 President: Betsy Webb Lay Minister: DougTraversa Editor: Lucy Boss ~ Mar 2009 ~ |