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- Sunday, February 26, Service – “Occupy America”
- Sunday, February 26, Adult Forum – “Reproductive Health and Planned Parenthood”
- Building Your Own Theology Class
- Homily: Generation to Generation
- Sunday, February 19, Service – “Generation to Generation”
- Sunday, February 19, Adult Forum – “Satre Bicycle Trip in Spain and France–Part Three”
- Chili Cook-Off — Sunday, February 12
- Sunday, February 12, Service – “The Five Kinds of Love”
- Sunday, February 12, Adult Forum – “Immigration and the UUA”
- Sermon: “Who Cares!”
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 Six Wednesdays Starting February 22, 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Led by Rev. Matt Alspaugh
The Building Your Own Theology course invites each of us to develop our own religious understanding and a deeper sense of what each of us, individually, believes and values. The BYOT class will also help you develop a deeper understanding of Unitarian Universalism and perhaps make new friends. This has been a popular and well received course at UUYO. Both newcomers to UUYO and long-time participants are encouraged to attend.
 Rev. Matt writes: “As part of my spiritual practice, I read and reflect on short passages from inspirational writers. For 2012, I’m using Mark Nepo’s “The Book of Awakening”, and I invite you to join me. On occasion, I’ll be posting my own insights to my Facebook page, and you are invited to join in. Go to http://facebook.com/matt.alspaugh. Please realize that this kind of on-line sharing is new to me, so we’ll be experimenting a bit!
“The Book of Awakening should be readily available at local bookstores and at places like amazon.com. You can also preview much of the book, including the first two weeks of January’s daily readings, at google books.
“If you have questions, write me directly at minister@uuyo.org, or on Facebook. — Matt”
 Wednesday, November 30 – 7 PM
William Ellery Channing is considered one of the founders, if not the founder, of American Unitarianism. We will examine one of Channing’s most controversial sermons, the one which launched Unitarianism, a talk called “Unitarian Christianity”. The text is at http://www.channingmc.org/channingspeech.html. The group is led by Rev. Matt Alspaugh and Alan Tomhave, of the Philosophy and Religious Studies Dept. at YSU. All are welcome.
 The UUYo Resilience Circle will meet this Sunday, October 30, 1:00 pm in Channing Hall.The Resilience Circle is a small group of 10 – 20 people that comes together to increase personal security during these challenging times. Circles have three purposes: learning, mutual aid, and social action.
The economy and environment are going through a deep transition, leaving many of us feeling anxious and economically insecure. We’re facing unemployment, foreclosure, lost savings, and a rapidly changing environment. Many of us are isolated and face these challenges without the support of a community. In response, people are forming small “Resilience Circles” (also called “Common Security Clubs”) to get to know their
neighbors and explore a new kind of security based in mutual aid and community support. All are welcome.
 Oct 16, 12:15PM — get a beverage and join us in Schweitzer Lounge
Resilience Circles are groups that come together to increase economic security during these tough times, through learning, mutual aid, and social action. We’d like to explore organizing one here at UUYO, using the material from localcircles.org as a starting place. This is a great group for anyone worrying about their economic situation: transitioning jobs, underemployed, unemployed, retiring or retired, leaving school, or just feeling insecure.
We will see what the next steps will be to organize a group.
Rev. Matt Alspaugh
 Our Harpsichord building project is getting underway! The team will be building and finishing a harpsichord kit generously donated by Wally Mayhall (pictured) and Marcellene Hawk. The project requires some advanced woodworking and instrument making skills, under Wally’s direction. This will be followed by wood finishing and cover decoration — we’ll be looking for ideas and artistic talent. Want to know more? Contact Wally or Marcellene, or talk to Matt.
A Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition (FPMT) study group
Buddhism in a Nutshell – Part II
Saturdays 3 – 5 p.m.
June 4th, 18th and July 2nd.
Special Shakyamuni Buddha birthday celebration on Wednesday June 15th from 2 – 4 p.m.
(No class on June 25th – all dates subject to change)
This FPMT study program presents basic Buddhist philosophy and principles within the Tibetan Mahayana context, and provides simple meditation instruction. It includes audio recordings, readings, and discussion questions.
Suggested donation: $10 per session or $5 if you are a student or laid off.
You do not have to have attended Part I to attend Part II. This program is offered by FPMT in partnership with UUYO. See the blog, fpmt-ohio.blogspot.com
May 25, 7 PM, Sanctuary
 You are invited to join us as we explore the philosophical foundations of Unitarian Universalism. We look closely at original texts and examine their philosophical import and relevance for the modern UU church. We also consider how reactions to some of the popular doctrines of the past developed into UU beliefs.
On Wednesday, May 25, we will read the sermon by Jonathan Edwards “Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God”, which is available here. Edwards was one of the more famous preachers of the First Great Awakening in the late 18th century. American Unitarianism is in part a reaction against this piety.
Because sermons are meant to be heard and not read, we will read “Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God” aloud from the pulpit. Anyone who wants to give a go at fire and brimstone preaching is invited to share in reading, then we’ll discuss the text and times.
All are invited to our Socrates Cafe discussion group Wednesday May 4, at 7 PM at the church. We decide on a topic as a group, usually world events or issues with philosophical themes, then have a spirited discussion. It’s fast paced – you only get a minute or so each time you speak. Great fun! Monthly, led by Roger Jones.
Course Title: Buddhism in a Nutshell
Duration and Dates: 5 weeks – April 2nd, 9th, 16, 23rd & May 7th .
(No class on April 30th)
Days & Time: Saturdays 3 – 5 p.m.
Suggested donation: $10 per session: $5 if you are a student or laid off
Julie Thomas (Coordinator)
Tel #: 330-941-1735
taradakini108@gmail.com
This course is being offered by Julie Thomas, who has taught “Tara Dance” at UUYO for many years. We are excited to have her provide this offering in association with Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition (fpmt.org).
Every other Thursday at 6:30 PM
March 3 — “The Stirrings Of Compassion: Caring For One Another”
March 17“Blow In The Wind, Rise In The Sea: Nature and Spirit”
March 31 — “Move in the Hand: Living Our Spirituality in Our Day-to-Day Lives”
Spirit of Life is a small-group exploration of Unitarian Universalist spirituality. Each session will explore a different aspect of spirituality, including topics like “Nature and Spirit,” “Everyday Spirituality,” “Celebrations and Rituals,” and “Spirituality of Working for Change.” This is a program developed by Rev. Barbara HamiltonHolway and is a part of the UUA Tapestry of Faith set of curricula for adults and children.
Rev. Matt Alspaugh will lead this program. While participants are encouraged to attend as many classes as possible, each class can stand alone. Newcomers are especially welcome.
March 23, 7 PM
This discussion-based group will explore the philosophical foundations of Unitarian Universalism. The group will look closely at original texts and examine their philosophical import and relevance for the modern UU church.
On March 23, we’ll be exploring the “Gospel of Thomas” http://www.gnosis.org/naghamm/gosthom.html. (Copies will also be available in the Adult Education mailbox.)
The group will be led by Matt Alspaugh and Alan Tomhave All are welcome.
 Patricia Shelden Sunday Oct. 17, at 1 pm (after the Bread and Soup lunch)
This is a discussion of all losses, from the small, gradual losses to large, traumatic losses. This will be a chance to deepen your understanding of loss, grief and bereavement, and make sense of the complex emotions that often surround a loss.
All are welcome!
Rev. Patricia Shelden, a UU minister, directs an interfaith community ministry, Miriam’s Way, which offers support for loss and grief. Rev. Shelden frequently lectures about many aspects of Loss and Grief, especially Children and Teens and Loss. She conducts workshops, support groups and seminars and preaches on issues of Loss, Bereavement and Pastoral Care. She has developed and offers training for Lay Pastoral Care Associates for congregations. Rev. Shelden is currently the Community Minister Affiliated with the First Unitarian Church of Cleveland.
Rev. Matt Alspaugh will participate.
Wednesday Oct 13, 20, & 27., at 7 pm.
Note that this class has been moved back one week (from Oct. 6 to Oct. 13th)
Many people unfamiliar with Unitarian Universalism are surprised to find out that we have a long history. In America, our history extends to the time of the American Revolution, with some roots extending even to the Pilgrims and Puritans. How did we get from there to here? Using video and other resources, we’ll explore this history. This is an ideal class for people new to our church, and long-time UUs will also find it interesting.
Rev. Matt will lead this 3 session class. You can attend any sessions or all of them.
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