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Pathways Weekly
June 11, 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
The Bible, The
Constitution, and the DNA
Foundational documents can play an important role in our
personal and communal lives. Yet, they are also open to interpretation and
abuse. How can we ensure that they are used to inspire and enrich our time
together?
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Teacher Appreciation Sunday
This Sunday, June 15, will be Teacher Appreciation Sunday.
Please join us in thanking the dedicated volunteers who guide our
children's spiritual and philosophical development every Sunday.
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News and Announcements
Tree of Life Plaques
Flowers are blooming, trees are in full growth, and to quote
Rev. Kathy recently, our lives are birthing new possibilities --
graduations, births, and anniversaries. All of these events are excellent
times to purchase a plaque on Jay's Tree of Life to honor those you
celebrate.
The Congregational Care team would like to remind you that
your purchase will help grow our capital campaign fund for a permanent
church home. Now it's even easier to have your own plaque because we accept
installment payments!
Stop by Jay's Tree of Life in the sanctuary to read the plaque
inscriptions and imagine yours among them. What a beautiful way to capture
your history.
Order forms are on the Pathways Web site, next to the tree in
our sanctuary, or contact careteam@pathwaysUU.org.
Jay's Tree of Life is managed by your Congregational Care Team, Dick Weiss
and Bridget Rodewald.
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Pathways Happenings
Pathways Summer Film Festival
Mark the dates of June 21, July 19, and August 16 in your
calendar and plan to be at Pathways for the Saturday night Summer Film
Festival. The festival will raise your environmental consciousness, show
you how community activism works, stimulate your mind and imagination with
the mysteries of quantum physics, and inspire you with the power of
forgiveness. All showings will begin at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 21
Narrated by Robert
Redford and produced by The Redford Center at the Sundance Preserve and
Alpheus Media, Fighting Goliath: Texas Coal Wars follows the
story of Texans fighting a high-stakes battle for clean air. The film
introduces the unlikely partners-mayors, ranchers, CEOs, community groups,
legislators, lawyers, and citizens-that have come together to oppose the
construction of 19 conventional coal-fired power plants that were slated to
be built in Eastern and Central Texas and that were being fast-tracked by
the Governor.
Information and trailer at www.fightinggoliathfilm.com
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Monthly Sunday Lunch Potluck
Sunday, June 22, 2008,
12:30 p.m.
Join us for our Monthly 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, and we will hear from the Equipping Ministry Team about their
work so far and what we can expect from them in the coming church year.
Bring a dish that will serve 12 or more people according to
the first letter of your last name:
A - M dessert, bread, or
fruit
N -
Z
entree or hearty side dish
If possible, please bring extra portions
of your dish, as we have been running short on food before the potlucks
conclude.
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 nuts, dairy, or other foods.
Volunteers are always welcome for setting-up and cleaning-up
the potluck! Locate Bridget Rodewald on potluck day and she will happily
assign tasks.
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Tax Rebates and Pathways
Members and friends of Pathways Church, we have experienced
tremendous generosity during this year's pledge drive and our heartfelt
thanks to all! In spite of our generous giving, we have fallen short of our
pledge goal and we remain in a non-sustainable deficit spending mode. With
our federal government preparing to send out rebates, please consider
donating your rebate to Pathways. The following link provides excellent
information on this issue.
www.pgdc
.com/pgdc/special-report-potential-giving-tax-rebates-charity
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Lifespan Enrichment
Wednesday Evening Salon
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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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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7:00 p.m.
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Women's Book Group
This meeting, the selection is The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency,
by Alexander McCall Smith.
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Contact Julie Lambert at lifespanre@pathwaysUU.org.
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Summer Religious Education
Summer classes will begin THIS Sunday, June 15.
Infants through
Pre-K: Nursery
K - 2nd Grade (Moral Tales): Justice Room
3rd Grade - High School (Social Justice Project): Community Room
Summer brochures
are available in the church lobby.
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Yoga Classes Offered at Pathways
Saturdays 9:00-10:15
a.m.
Yoga instructor Eva Rosenkranz will begin offering
basic/beginner yoga classes in our building this Saturday, June 14, from
9:00 - 10:15 a.m. No prior knowledge is required. Please wear comfortable,
non-restricting clothes, and bring a blanket, a beach towel or, if
possible, a yoga mat. A very limited number of yoga mats are available. The
monthly fee will be $40.00 for friends and members of Pathways and $50.00
for anyone else. Drop-in charges are $15.00 per lesson. A portion of the
tuition goes to Pathways. For questions, please contact Eva at evarosenkranz@tx.rr.com.
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Family Accommodations During Common Ground
A space with chairs and child-friendly diversions is available
outside the Sanctuary window next to the DRE's office during Common Ground.
If your child needs a break, please feel free to use this space.
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Community News
Zen Meditation Series
Tuesdays through June
17, 5:45-6:45 p.m.
Trammel Crow Museum
Savor silence and awaken to the reality of the present moment.
Guidance will be offered on posture, breathing, and mindfulness. This
series of five sessions running through Tuesday, June 17, is sponsored by
the Maria
Kannon Zen Center. Please wear comfortable clothes.
FREE. Donations accepted. Reservations are required. Space is
limited. Please call (214) 979-6438 to register. The Trammel Crow Museum of
Asian Art is located in downtown Dallas. Park free on garage levels 4 and 5
and bring your ticket to the museum for validation. www.crowcollection.org
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Day of Mindfulness Retreat
Saturday, June 28,
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Unity Church of Dallas
Treat yourself and your friends to a heart-opening day of
peace, joy, wisdom, and community. A unique beginner-friendly retreat of
meditation, inspiration, and transformation facilitated by Br. ChiSing,
M.Div., M.A. (an ordained disciple of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh).
Space is limited to the first 30 registrants (please bring
your own vegetarian lunch). Sliding Donation: $50 - $70 (scholarship rate:
$30 - $50) Please register by June 23. More information and registration
can be found at www.intermindful.com/contact/dom07re
g.htm.
Unity Church of Dallas, 6525 Forest Ln (between Preston and
Hillcrest), Dallas, Texas, (972) 233-7106
And don't miss Br. ChiSing as our guest preacher at Pathways
Church the next day, on Sunday, June 29!
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This Week at Pathways
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TONIGHT
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Jun 11
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6:00 p.m.
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Sit 'N Knit
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Jun 11
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6:30 p.m.
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Brown Bag Supper
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Jun 11
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7:00 p.m.
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Buddhist Reflections
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Jun 11
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7:00 p.m.
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Meditation for Children
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Jun 11
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7:00 p.m.
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Mah Jongg
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Saturday
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Jun 14
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9:00 a.m.
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Yoga
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Sunday
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Jun 15
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10:00 a.m.
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Common Ground Service
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Sunday
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Jun 15
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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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Jun 15
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11:20 a.m.
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Harried Reasoners
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Sunday
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Jun 15
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11:20 a.m.
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Metaphysical Mystics
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Sunday
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Jun 15
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1:00 p.m.
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Equipping Ministry
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Sunday
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Jun 15
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12:30 p.m.
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Worship Network
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Sunday
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Jun 15
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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 visitor information 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.
A
Unitarian Universalist Community
525
S. Nolen Drive, Suite 300
Southlake, TX 76092
phone 817.251.5555 |
fax 817.251.5554
Office hours: M-TH
9:00-2:00
www.pathwaysUU.org
Building a spiritual community
that changes lives
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