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Pathways Weekly
April 9, 2008
So many exciting
opportunities and events are always happening at Pathways Church! Please take a moment to look through this edition and see what's in store for you at Pathways.
For more information about us and to see our full calendar, visit www.pathwaysUU.org.
This Week's Sermon
Rev. Kathy Schmitz
When Buddha
Met Christ
Drawing on the book Living Buddha, Living Christ by
Vietnamese Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh, we explore what common ground
might be found between these important religious figures as they are
understood today.
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News and Announcements
From the Pathways Board of
Trustees
The Ministerial Search Committee continues in its process of
interviewing ministerial candidates for the settled minister position.
However, as the search season nears its end, it is prudent for Pathways
to make contingency plans for a second year with an Interim Pastor. To
that end, the Board of Trustees engaged in a discernment process with
Rev. Kathy Schmitz to explore the possibility of having her stay a second
year with us. This process considered what the needs of the congregation
would be in a second year of interim, Kathy's skills and interests, and
issues of momentum and consistency, as well as the pros and cons of
having a different Interim Pastor for the second year. This discernment
has resulted in the Board and Kathy agreeing that if a candidate for
settled ministry is not found by mid-May, Kathy will remain for another
year. If necessary, this would give the Ministerial Search Committee the
opportunity to engage the new pool of potential ministers that will be
available next year. We will keep you updated as the search process
continues to unfold.
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Pathways Happenings
Sunday Lunch Potluck
THIS Sunday, April
13, 12:30 p.m.
Join us for our Sunday Lunch Potluck, a time when the
Pathways family comes together to share food and fellowship. We will have
an opportunity to discuss church issues with Board members who are in
attendance.
Bring a dish that will serve 12 or more people according to
the first letter of your last name:
A - M dessert, bread |
N - Z entree, side dish, or fruit
Paper products, drinks and ice will be provided. Remember to
bring and label your name on any serving utensils your dish will need.
Additionally, label your dish it if it is not obvious what it contains
and for those who may be sensitive to certain foods.
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Forgiveness Workshop
Saturday, April 19,
9:00-Noon at Pathways Church
Forgiveness is a process that allows us to peel off layers
of dark emotions and reveal our connection to the Divine. It is something
we do for ourselves, to make us feel better and to allow us to travel on
our spiritual journey with a lighter load. In this three-hour workshop,
we explore and experience a seven-step process to forgiveness. Don't
arrive expecting a lecture -- the three hours will be full of both
individual and group exercises, culminating with a letting-go experience
that will free your spirit.
This transformational workshop is free to the Pathways
community (although love offerings will be accepted to offset costs). The
fee is $35 for non-Pathways members. Facilitated by Kristin Robertson. To
register, contact Kristin at (817) 577-7030 or krisrob@krconsulting.com.
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Support Effective Climate Change
Legislation
Sunday, April 20,
11:00, at Pathways Church
On Sunday, April 20, following our Earth Day service, we
will have a letter writing table set up for members and friends who would
like to take action on climate change legislation. We will be using
materials provided by the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA)
Washington Office for Advocacy which state:
Global climate change is already creating water
shortages and forcing large-scale human migrations. Unless we take urgent
action, it's only going to get worse, causing widespread international
conflict. The scientific community tells us that we must reduce carbon
dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions to 80% below 2000 levels by
the year 2050. Only the Sanders-Boxer (S. 309) and Waxman (H.R. 1590)
bills require the sufficient reductions. Moreover, the competing bill
benefits corporations at the expense of low-income families.
More
information on why the UUA endorses the Sanders-Boxer bill (S.309)
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Church Camp Out
Friday, May 2 -
Sunday, May 4
Camp out with us Friday and Saturday night at Mineral Wells
State Park, on US 180 about 14 miles west of Weatherford. Arrive anytime
Friday after 3:00 p.m. and leave at your leisure on Sunday after outdoor
worship.
Four screened shelters have been reserved for Pathways.
Shelters have water and electricity, and can hold about 4 people. There
is also plenty of room for tent campers near the shelters. Facilities
include rest rooms with flush toilets and hot showers.
Cost: $60 for shelter for the weekend plus $5 per day park
fee
Tent campers just pay $5 per day park fee
Things to do: hiking, swimming, biking, boating, rock
climbing, rappelling, enjoying the outdoors, taking it easy, connecting
with our Pathways community away from church
Park web site: www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/lake_mineral_wells/#act
Contact Charlie Behrens at (817) 756-6209 or Charles_Behrens@bigfoot.com
if you are interested in attending.
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Lifespan Enrichment
Wednesday Evening Salon
Wednesdays,
beginning at 6:30 p.m.
The Wednesday Evening Salon happens each week, with a rotating
list of events. Something exciting happens every week! Childcare
reservations must be made before noon on Tuesday.
2nd Wednesday Schedule (this week):
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6:00 p.m.
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Sit 'N Knit
Join us in our love of making things with sticks and string. Come as
you are, everyone is welcome. If you already knit, bring your project.
If you want to learn, we have extra needles, practice yarn, and easy
patterns to get you started. Share patterns, stitches, techniques,
stories, and celebrate the finished objects.
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6:30 p.m.
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Brown Bag Supper
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7:00 p.m.
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Meditation for Children
Meditation is a wonderful tool for physical, mental, and emotional
relaxation. It improves concentration and memory, enhances
self-understanding and spiritual development, and helps our ability to
handle stress. Parents may attend with their child(ren) so that the
family can practice these simple meditation techniques together.
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7:00 p.m.
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Buddhist Reflections
Sessions begin and end with meditation and include background material
as well an opportunity for discussion of practical applications of
Buddhist teachings. Sessions will evolve and be balanced to meet the
needs to the group. Beginners to both meditation and Buddhism are
welcome. Drop-ins are welcome. Open to adults and high school students.
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7:00 p.m.
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Mah Jongg
If you like to play cards, this is a lot more fun, and a bit more
challenging - about as challenging as Sudoku (not as challenging as
bridge). There is no betting or score keeping. There will, however, be
fun and good people! Beginners are welcome, as are adults and teens.
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3rd Wednesday Schedule (next week):
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6:30 p.m.
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Brown Bag Supper
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7:00 p.m.
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Meditation for Children
Meditation is a wonderful tool for physical, mental, and emotional
relaxation. It improves concentration and memory, enhances
self-understanding and spiritual development, and helps our ability to
handle stress. Parents may attend with their child(ren) so that the family
can practice these simple meditation techniques together.
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7:00 p.m.
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Buddhist Reflections
Sessions begin and end with meditation and include background material
as well an opportunity for discussion of practical applications of
Buddhist teachings. Sessions will evolve and be balanced to meet the
needs to the group. Beginners to both meditation and Buddhism are
welcome. Drop-ins are welcome. Open to adults and high school students.
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7:00 p.m.
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Women's Book Group
The book selection for April is the award-winning Freakonomics
by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner. A quote from the Wall
Street Journal reads, "If Indiana Jones were an economist,
he'd be Steven Levitt...a maverick treasure hunter who relies for
success on his wit, pluck and disregard for conventional wisdom...Freakonomics
reads like a detective novel..."
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7:00 p.m.
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Mah Jongg
If you like to play cards, this is a lot more fun, and a bit more
challenging - about as challenging as Sudoku (not as challenging as
bridge). There is no betting or score keeping. There will, however, be
fun and good people! Beginners are welcome, as are adults and teens.
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Contact Julie Lambert at lifespanre@pathwaysUU.org.
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Summer Teachers Needed for Pre-K
through 2nd Grade
Volunteer religious education teachers are needed for the
littlest members of our Pathways family for June, July, and August. No
experience necessary -- we'll train you! Contact Julie Lambert at lifespanre@pathwaysUU.org.
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Leadership Training Opportunities
Work with Our
Children and Youth
- Renaissance Module on Youth Ministries, Fort Worth, May 2-4
- Our Whole Lives (OWL) Training, All Levels, Dallas, June 6-8
If you are
interested in any of these training sessions, please contact Julie
Lambert at lifespanre@pathwaysUU.org.
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Community News
Potluck Seder
THIS Saturday, April
12, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church, Carrollton, TX
The Passover Seder is a Jewish ritual feast of praise and
thanksgiving held on the first night of the Jewish holiday of Passover.
Families gather around the table on the night of Passover to read the
Haggadah, the story of the Israelite exodus from Egypt. Seder customs include drinking of four cups of wine, eating matza, and partaking of
symbolic foods placed on the Passover Seder Plate. With the Haggadah
serving as a guide, the Seder is performed in much the same way all over
the world.
Saturday, April 12, 4:00-6:00 p.m. in Sanders Hall at Horizon
UU Church, a potluck Seder will be held. In addition to the
potluck meal, a basket will be available for donations to defray the cost
of the ritual foods and wine. A donation of $5.00 per person or $15.00
per family is suggested, but not required. In order to get an estimated
head count, RSVPs are requested, but again not required. All are welcome.
For information, to RSVP, or to sign up to bring a certain dish, e-mail
Eileen Terrell at uuseder@horizonuu.org
or egmt@peoplepc.com.
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SWUUD Annual Meeting and Spring
Conference
April 25-27, 2008
Austin, TX
The news is out about the Southwestern UU District Annual
Meeting and Spring Conference, Friday, April 25 - Sunday, April 27, 2008,
at First UU Church of Austin. The theme this year is What the World
Needs from Religious Liberals and will cover a wide variety of
subjects in keynote addresses, workshops, worship, and UU conversations.
There are optional opportunities for recreation and for ecumenical choices:
a workshop with highlights from the Jesus Seminar, another with
exploration of Adult RE work on the Qu'ran, UU history, and an invitation
to visit Barsana Dham, Austin's Hindu Temple.
The busy schedule begins on Friday, April 25, with
registration starting at 4:00 p.m., continuing with an especially
meaningful full day on Saturday. Sunday worship services will include
special music from a widely-appreciated choir, led by Music Director
Brent Baldwin. Dr. Davidson Loehr, FUUCA's gifted and renowned preacher,
will deliver homilies and sermons for worship services.
Don't forget the District Annual Meeting! Delegates will
gather on Saturday afternoon for that -- to consider By-Law changes and
hold elections. Delegates from all congregations are expected to attend.
Please check out more details in the FUUCA brochure online
at www.
austinuu.org. Registration forms and fees must be received in
the FUUCA office in order to attend any or all of the conference. If you
have questions, e-mail conference@austinuu.org.
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This Week at Pathways
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April 9
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6:00 p.m.
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Sit 'N Knit
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April 9
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6:30 p.m.
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Brown Bag Supper
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April 9
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7:00 p.m.
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Buddhist Reflections
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April 9
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7:00 p.m.
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Meditation for Children
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April 9
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7:00 p.m.
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Mah Jongg
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Sunday
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April 13
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10:00 a.m.
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Common Ground Service
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Sunday
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April 13
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11:20 a.m.
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Classes for Children & Youth
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Sunday
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April 13
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11:20 a.m.
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The Harried Reasoners
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Sunday
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April 13
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11:20 a.m.
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Metaphysical Mystics
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Sunday
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April 13
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11:20 a.m.
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The Artist's Way
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Sunday
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April 13
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12:30 p.m.
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Sunday Lunch Potluck
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Sunday
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April 13
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1:00 p.m.
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High School Faculty Meeting
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Sunday
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April 13
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1:30 p.m.
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Worship Network Meeting
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Sunday
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April 13
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6:00 p.m.
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Board of Trustees Meeting
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Sunday
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April 13
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7:00 p.m.
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Life With God
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For additional details about these and other classes and
groups, please pick up a schedule on the vistor's table in our lobby or
see the full Pathways calendar at www.pathwaysuu.org/googlecal.htm.
The deadline for submissions to Pathways Weekly is
end of the day on Tuesdays.
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Unitarian Universalist Community
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S. Nolen Drive, Suite 300
Southlake, TX 76092
phone 817.251.5555 |
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