Rick Harkness will give a sermon entitled: "The 'S' Word."

Interim Minister Reverend Olivia Holmes will give the sermon entitled “Our Faith Shines its Light on the United Nations”

It was Adlai Stevenson (a Unitarian) who insisted the Unitarian Universalists must be and have a presence at the United Nations.  That was some 50 years ago. We’re still there, and what an impact we have had!

Ethnic Potluck Suppers feature food from a different country each month, beverage and conversation.  It is potluck, but all are welcome with or without a dish and/or beverage.  We bring a dish from the featured country each month. It is pot-luck with little organization. Several show up early to set up and some stay to clean up. So, please join us for a dish and experience cuisine from a country with which you may or may not be familiar.

January:  Greece

February: Cajun/Creole

March: Argentina

April: Turkey

May: France

June: Cuba

This on-going Adult Enrichment group meets every week on Tuesday evenings for one hour of meditation including a reading.  Come, sit, listen, and meditate with us.

Reiki can improve vitality, reduce or eliminate stress, fatigue or illness. Gentle and relaxing, Reiki treatments don't involve massage but do help to alleviate pain or distress.  Come for a treatment and see if Reiki will benefit you.  Donations to the Minister's Discretionary Fund accepted.  Melissa Clark, Certified Reiki Master Teacher

The regular practice of yoga has been shown to produce physical benefits including reduce anxiety, stress and blood pressure levels, and increased relaxation, flexibility, strength, endurance and energy levels. The practice of Kripalu Yoga can have profound effects on the mind and emotions as well as the physical body. Come and try it! No charge, all ages welcome. Instructor: Rachel Hawkinson, Kripalu Certified Yoga Instructor

Instructor: Sarah Vogt

Smoothies are quick, easy to make, and a great way to add fresh fruits and veggies to your diet! They can help build your immune system, boost your energy, strengthen your skin, bones, hair and teeth, and can help with weight loss. Come for a sampling and a demonstration of at least 4 tasty, nutritious smoothies.

$2 per person supplies fee. All ages welcome.

Sign up in the church office - 224-0291

Participants will learn Tai-Chi Chi-Gong, a chinese exercise used to strengthen the body, improve balance and facilitate Chi (life energy flow).  It's a simple system of movements that can be done standing, walking or while sitting. All ages can benefit from these exercises. Instructor: Jim Broas

Led by Julie Lombard

Come view the NH Potters Guild 2009 Biennial Exhibit "Under the Influence" featuring two Concord UU church members, Jean Reynolds and Julie Lombard. Taste the flavor of art on Main Street while observing what influences these local artists. Julie will talk about how things are constructed, presented, and introduce you to other participating potters.

From the Free GILE Concert Series

The UU Adult Enrichment Committee does not supply tickets to these free performances, but encourages those interested in attending together to sign up.

Over the course of six weeks explore the history of Jazz from its beginnings to present day, examining different styles and performers. Most importantly, we will be listening, discussing and learning to appreciate this truly American form of music.  Instructor: Michael Annicchiarico.

Class offered by arrangement only - please contact Nora at forzi_family@yahoo.com to express interest 

Family-Friendly Yoga is led by Nora Forziati, who is registered yoga teacher. 

Bring your family to this meditative and gentle yoga class led by an instructor who is RYT-eligible with Yoga Alliance and has experience with children's classes.  Style of yoga will be blended to suite the needs of the group.

This is a monthly worship service our church provides for members and friends residing at the Havenwood-Heritage Heights retirement community and others interested in attending.  The service is held in the Chapel on the Havenwood campus.   

Combatants for Peace presentation

Come to the Sanctuary on Thursday, March 12th at 7 pm for this presentation by former Israeli and Palestinian combatants.  (See article in the March issue of "Parish Notes" newsletter for additional information.)

History Conversations to Inspire our Future

Lend your voice and your experience to building an understanding of our history

Which can guide our search for the right minister in the years to come.  Here are

Just two questions we need to answer so our Search Committee can do its work:

What in our history as a church and as a congregation makes us most proud?

What in our history would we do differently, if we could do it again?

Every voice counts in these important foundational conversations for our future ministries, not just the new settled minister to be, but all the ministries we do together. 

All the ministers considering our church as their next settlement will need to know how we understand our own strengths and challenges, to understand whether their skills are right for us.

See the dates below for 1 1/2-hour conversations, facilitated by Rev. Holmes,

ably assisted by members of the Pru, the Transition Team, and the Search Committee.

And then sign up on the sign-up sheets which will be available on the Welcome Table before church, beginning March 8^th.

Every voice matters, and every voice needs to be heard.  Please sign up on March 8^th.

Your Prudential Committee, Search Committee, Transition Team, and Rev. Holmes

History Conversations to Inspire our Future

Lend your voice and your experience to building an understanding of our history

Which can guide our search for the right minister in the years to come.  Here are

Just two questions we need to answer so our Search Committee can do its work:

What in our history as a church and as a congregation makes us most proud?

What in our history would we do differently, if we could do it again?

Every voice counts in these important foundational conversations for our future ministries, not just the new settled minister to be, but all the ministries we do together. 

All the ministers considering our church as their next settlement will need to know how we understand our own strengths and challenges, to understand whether their skills are right for us.

See the dates below for 1 1/2-hour conversations, facilitated by Rev. Holmes,

ably assisted by members of the Pru, the Transition Team, and the Search Committee.

And then sign up on the sign-up sheets which will be available on the Welcome Table before church, beginning March 8^th.

Every voice matters, and every voice needs to be heard.  Please sign up on March 8^th.

Your Prudential Committee, Search Committee, Transition Team, and Rev. Holmes

History Conversations to Inspire our Future

Lend your voice and your experience to building an understanding of our history

Which can guide our search for the right minister in the years to come.  Here are

Just two questions we need to answer so our Search Committee can do its work:

What in our history as a church and as a congregation makes us most proud?

What in our history would we do differently, if we could do it again?

Every voice counts in these important foundational conversations for our future ministries, not just the new settled minister to be, but all the ministries we do together. 

All the ministers considering our church as their next settlement will need to know how we understand our own strengths and challenges, to understand whether their skills are right for us.

See the dates below for 1 1/2-hour conversations, facilitated by Rev. Holmes,

ably assisted by members of the Pru, the Transition Team, and the Search Committee.

And then sign up on the sign-up sheets which will be available on the Welcome Table before church, beginning March 8^th.

Every voice matters, and every voice needs to be heard.  Please sign up on March 8^th.

Your Prudential Committee, Search Committee, Transition Team, and Rev. Holmes

Appalachian Treasures presentation

Come to Fellowship Hall on Tuesday, March 10th at 7 pm for a presentation by activist Lenny Kohm of Appalachian Voices about Mountaintop Removal Coal Mining.  This free, hour-long information session includes slides or video, and is followed, for those who wish to stay, by an opportunity to write letters.  All letter-writing materials will be provided.  Learn about the practice of mountaintop mining, and what can be done to end this practice that damages the environment and surrounding communities.

Each committee and church-affiliated group is asked to submit a short article, sharing all the wonderful things the group has accomplished this year (April 1, 2008 through March 31, 2009), what you're working on now, and what your goals are for the future.  Please include a list of committee members in the report. 

The Annual Report lets all our members and friends see how each committee and group fits into the "big picture" of our dynamic church.  It also serves as a historical record: developing a strong "church memory" can help us celebrate our successes, learn from our mistakes, and keep us moving forward!

The deadline to submit reports is April 1, and the Annual Report will be available for your reading pleasure in early May. 

Articles may be e-mailed to Lea Smith, church administrator (administrator@concorduu.org) or handwritten and dropped off in the office.  Please contact Lea if she can be of assistance (church office: 224-0291).

The gathering in March has been moved to March 24 at the same time.

If you would like help with photo organization, techiniques for digital or traditional scrapbooks, ideas for projects, or need to use cutting/cropping tools from our tool table, then come to a Scrapbookers' Night Out.  From beginner to experienced scrapbookers, it's helpful to set aside time to complete your projects.  Instructor:  Brenda Rowe

History Conversations to Inspire our Future

Lend your voice and your experience to building an understanding of our history

Which can guide our search for the right minister in the years to come.  Here are

Just two questions we need to answer so our Search Committee can do its work:

What in our history as a church and as a congregation makes us most proud?

What in our history would we do differently, if we could do it again?

Every voice counts in these important foundational conversations for our future ministries, not just the new settled minister to be, but all the ministries we do together. 

All the ministers considering our church as their next settlement will need to know how we understand our own strengths and challenges, to understand whether their skills are right for us.

See the dates below for 1 1/2-hour conversations, facilitated by Rev. Holmes,

ably assisted by members of the Pru, the Transition Team, and the Search Committee.

And then sign up on the sign-up sheets which will be available on the Welcome Table before church, beginning March 8^th.

Sunday, March 29     12:30 – 2:00pm  (Olivia will provide a hearty soup and bread) this session has been reschedule to April 19

Monday, March 30     7:00 – 8:30pm

Thursday, April 2        10:00 – 11:30

Thursday, April 2        7:00 – 8:30pm

Saturday, April 11      9:30 – 11:00am

Sunday, April 19        12:30-2:00 pm (light lunch provided)

Every voice matters, and every voice needs to be heard.  Please sign up on March 8^th.

Your Prudential Committee, Search Committee, Transition Team, and Rev. Holmes