Unitarian Society of Germantown

March 14

The Power of Now

Reverend Kent Matthies

On this Commitment Sunday we will celebrate the power to appreciate and change the world! Are these two ideas contradictory? Not at all! Living in the moment allows us to connect with the sacred with gratitude and excitement. Living in the moment allows us to tap into love and courage. Spiritual and financial commitment to our church enhances our abilities to bring change and blessings of healing, spiritual growth and justice to the world.

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	Rev. Mark Morrison-Reed Weekend March 12-14 at Mainline UU Church(MLUC) On Friday evening, Rev. Morrison-Reed will be reading from his newest book In Between: Memoirs of an Integration Baby, and Saturday he will lead workshops. RSVP to at devonuu@mluc.org or 610-688-8332 so they can be sure to have a lunch for you! The Ending Racism Committee will be attending both days, anyone who would like to carpool, get in touch with Nancy Anderson at nbandter1833@verizon.net See the Announcements page for more info.

	Transitions in Employment Meeting Monday, March 15, 7:00pm - Sullivan Chapel This new group has formed to offer companionship, support, and encouragement to all of us who are facing transitions in employment. We will open this meeting with a brief check-in from those present followed by a discussion on managing stress led by Mark Kaufki, co-chair of the Caring Associates and psychologist with extensive experience guiding people in stress management. For more information call Sarah West at 215-984-8359.

	Games Night Friday, March 19, 6:30-8:30pm Come one, come all to the RE Committee's annual Games Night at USG. It's a night of fun and games for families, friends and anyone who loves a board. Come and test your luck or skill and leave your electronics at home. A roll of the dice will change your outlook! Bring a favorite game and a dessert to share, and toiletries for women or children to contribute to RE's social action project for March. Pizza and beverages and good cheer provided. $3.00 per person, or $10.00 per family. Contact Margaret Lea, mlea@penncharter.com, for information.

	The Rites of Spring: Celebrating The Vernal Equinox Sunday, March 21, 7pm - USG Grove The vernal equinox marks the end of winter and the beginning of spring. It is a time for letting go of burdens and nurturing our creative spirits. The Earth Honoring Traditions group will celebrate the birth of spring with music, ritual, story, and meditation. The celebration begins on Sunday, March 21, at 7:00pm in the Grove. All are welcome. Bring eggs (deviled or chocolate), jelly beans, or flowers. Contact Dennis Strain 215-247-3823 or dennis.strain09@gmail.com for more details.

	Adult Spiritual Development Course for Spring 2010 There are five new courses being offered this winter and spring. Each offers new insights into spiritual and emotional development. The course Seeing Is Achieving: Using Visualization To Reach Your Life Goals started February 21. The Four Noble Truths (an introduction to Buddhism) will began March 7. There are two offerings starting in April: Introduction To A Course In Miracles and Introducing Islam. The workshop Spirituality, Emotional Awareness and Art started in January, but has room for additional students. Rounding out the curricula is UU 101; An Introduction To Unitarian Universalism, offered on the second Sunday of each month at 9:30 AM. For more information, you can click here for the descriptions, pick up a brochure at the Adult Spiritual Development table or call the church office (215) 844-1157.

	Welcome New Members Congratulations to USG’s newest members who were recognized and participated in a membership book signing ceremony on Sunday, January 17, 2010. The new members are (from L to R, Taruna Madhav, Brad Crawford, Markea Jackson, Jennifer Leiby, Carl Leiby, Richard Bernat, Maura Gallagher, and Kris Alutius. For information about joining USG, please contact Delores Hill, Membership Committee Chair.

	UU-101 UU-101 is a one-hour introduction to Unitarian Universalism for visitors and new members. It is held on the second Sunday of each month in the Daskam Room (second floor), and childcare is provided. Attendees will receive a free copy of The Unitarian Universalist Pocket Guide. The next session will be Sunday, March 14 at 9:30am. If you wish to attend, please rsvp by Friday, March 12. For more information or to rsvp, contact group leaders Howard Silver at 215-884-2734, HowardDSilver@comcast.net or Linda Bernstein at 215-842-0560 or fambern@verizon.net.

	The Unitarian Universalist Service Committee (UUSC) and Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) Haiti Relief Fund: to learn how much they have collected, how the money is being used and how to contribute, visit UUSC & UUA

	Marriage Equality The Unitarian Universalist Association has produced a video which makes clear the support of people of faith for marriage equality. Please watch it and disseminate widely to others.

For additional Announcements and Upcoming Events, visit the Announcements page.
For information about Ongoing Opportunities: Groups for Singing, Reading, Meditating, Hiking, etc., visit the Ongoing Opportunities page.

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The Unitarian Society of Germantown, a Unitarian Universalist congregation, serves the communities of Abington (zip code 19001), Ambler (zip code 19002), Elkins Park (zip code 19027), Glenside (zip code 19038), Jenkintown (zip code 19046), Merion Station (zip code 19066), Narberth (zip code 19072), Oreland (zip code 19075), Havertown (zip code 19083), Wyncote (zip code 19095), Wynnewood (zip code 19096), Philadelphia Chestnut Hill (zip code 19118), Wyndmoor (zip code 19118), Philadelphia Mt. Airy (zip code 19119), Philadelphia Roxborough (zip code 19128), Philadelphia East Falls (zip code 19129), Philadelphia Spring Garden (zip code 19130), Philadelphia Fairmount (zip code 19130), Philadelphia Wynnefield (zip code 19131), Philadelphia Germantown (zip code 19144), Blue Bell (zip code 19422), Gwyned (zip code 19436, Lansdale (zip code 19446), Bala Cynwyd (zip code 19004), Lafayette Hill (zip code 19444), Melrose Park (zip code 19027), Roslyn (zip code 19001), Rydan (zip code 19046), Laverock (zip code 19038), Plymouth Meeting (zip code 19462) , Flourtown (zip code 19031), Erdenheim, Cheltenham (zip code 19012), and Ft. Washington (zip code 19034). Visitors from any other location are equally welcome.