Popular guest speaker, and UCLA oncology chaplain, Michael Eselun will explore the dance we do between acceptance and self-compassion. If we reach for acceptance of our circumstances as a pathway to inner peace, what part does self-compassion play? SPEAKER BIO Michael Eselun, serves as the chaplain for the Simms/Mann‐UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology. Two-time TED-X … Continue reading FACE THE MUSIC AND DANCE – Service on June 23
As most of you know, Rose Littler-Riedel is leaving our DREF position to pursue her Ministerial training in Walnut Creek, CA. We wish her success as she moves into her new role. UUFSD is seeking a new DREF to start in August, 2024, and have begun to publicize the position. The jobs description can be … Continue reading UUFSD is looking for a new DREF
The UUFSD Board of Directors has approved the creation of a Leadership Council. The purpose of the Council is to establish better communication among UUFSD committees, groups and the congregation as a whole. The Council, at the recommendation of Rev Ellie, formed Clusters, each consisting of one or more committees/groups. Each cluster has an identified … Continue reading UUFSD LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
The Board is announcing the Congregational Meeting, our Annual Meeting, will be held on Sunday, 6/9/24, at 11:30 in Founders Hall. At that time, 1) two officers and two members of the Board will be elected, 2) the annual budget will be considered and approved, and 3) the grants approved by the Endowment Committee will … Continue reading Congregational Meeting – Sunday June 9
The UU General Assembly (GA) is June 20 – 23 via ZOOM. Are you interested in joining as a delegate from UUFSD? As a delegate, you will be able to attend the business meetings and vote for or against the revised Article II of the Bylaws. We can send 4 delegates from our congregation, and … Continue reading Become a Delegate to General Assembly
There are three ways to get your vote counted. 1. After Sunday Service each week in May ballots and the ballot box will be in the Core Area 2. Find two envelopes in your junk drawer and a slip of paper. On the paper write YES if you want the changes to Article II approved. … Continue reading How to Vote for or against Article II change
The Social Justice Committee is creating a UUFSD Palestine-Israel Justice Team. All UUFSD members and friends are welcome to join the team. We are seeking justice, equality and dignity for the people in Palestine and Israel We seek: A just peace in Palestine-Israel that reflects our UU values of respect for the inherent worth and … Continue reading UUFSD PALESTINE-ISRAEL JUSTICE TEAM
UUFSD’s May Generosity Offering benefits the National Alliance on Mental Illness’ local chapter’s work: to support people with mental health challenges and their families, to educate people about mental illness with the goal of reducing the stigma, to advocate for more research and an improved system of mental health services. Our Generosity Sunday offering helps … Continue reading Generosity Sunday benefits NAMI San Diego and Imperial Counties
On May 5, we will start voting regarding a UUA initiative that either needs (vote YES) or does not deserve our support (vote NO). The result will control our Fellowship’s four votes at the annual UUA General Assembly. The Article II Committee will be collecting ballots after the debate and then Sunday services all month. … Continue reading Time to vote: Article II; current or new?
The UUFSD Sacred Circle, facilitated by Linda Pratt and other UUFSD members and friends provided an abundant meal to over 40 guests at our April Fill a Belly Dinner. Thank you to: Linda Pratt, Michele Fergoda, Kathleen Dewhurst, Jon Strauss, Mike Worthen, Dorie, Linda Luisi and Ted Foster, Greg Brown, Betsy Gilpin, Norma Showalter, Beth … Continue reading FILL A BELLY – AN OPPORTUNITY TO GET INVOLVED
