Monthly Archives: July 2015

Sunday, August 2, 2015: “Building Our Own Theology”

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Presenter: Rev. Elizabeth Greene

The Unitarian Universalist Association has a curriculum called “Building Your Own Theology.” We notice that, in our faith tradition, we “build” our own belief systems, rather than accepting beliefs that others think we should have. This of course puts a great responsibility on the individual and the community to form responsible systems that honor Mystery, uphold justice, respect each other, value community and lead us to be better people on the journey.

This week, Rev. Elizabeth Greene will reflect on how we build our belief and value systems, what aids we have within ourselves and with a little help from our friends. Please join us this Sunday to learn more.

As Unitarian Universalists, we have a proud tradition of responding to the imperatives of love and justice to work with those of us who are marginalized and oppressed in society and the world. Unitarian Universalists covenant to affirm and promote the inherent worth and dignity of every person; justice, equality and compassion in human relations; and acceptance of one another.

Child care is available. Please join us Sunday at our new location located in the Vendor Blender and Event Center, 588 Addison Avenue West, at 10:30 AM. Newcomers of all religious paths or none at all are always welcome. We are handicapped accessible. The Vendor Blender is located near the old hospital near the intersection of Martin St. and Addison Avenue West. Please park in the rear of the building and use the entrance on the west side of the building.

Sunday, July 26, 2015: “Joys of Community”

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Host/Presenter: Kacee O’Conner

The Magic Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship will explore the joys of community through the eyes of renowned UU minister, Robert Fulghum, author of numerous books including “All I Need To Know I Learned In Kindergarten” and “Uh Oh: Some Musings From Both Sides Of The Refrigerator Door”.

Please join us this Sunday July 26 and nurture your appreciation for some less obvious delights of fellowship.

As Unitarian Universalists, we have a proud tradition of responding to the imperatives of love and justice to work with those of us who are marginalized and oppressed in society and the world. Unitarian Universalists covenant to affirm and promote the inherent worth and dignity of every person; justice, equality and compassion in human relations; and acceptance of one another.

Child care is available. Please join us Sunday at our new location located in the Vendor Blender and Event Center, 588 Addison Avenue West, at 10:30 AM. Newcomers of all religious paths or none at all are always welcome. We are handicapped accessible. The Vendor Blender is located near the old hospital near the intersection of Martin St. and Addison Avenue West. Please park in the rear of the building and use the entrance on the west side of the building.

Sunday, July 19, 2015: “Religious Humanism”

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Host/Presenter: Ray Cross

The Magic Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship will discuss the different approaches to the Humanist view of life and how each relates to liberal religion. What is Religious Humanism? Is this the very best name for one of the branches of humanism?

Is it possible to be religious and a Humanist at the same time? Are all Humanists Atheists or Agnostics or are they all radical religion haters?

Can we build a more humane society through “an ethics based on human and other natural values in a spirit of reason and free inquiry”? We may be surprised at how closely Humanism relates to Unitarian Universalism and perhaps our own personal beliefs.

Please join us this Sunday to learn more about Humanism.

As Unitarian Universalists, we have a proud tradition of responding to the imperatives of love and justice to work with those of us who are marginalized and oppressed in society and the world. Unitarian Universalists covenant to affirm and promote the inherent worth and dignity of every person; justice, equality and compassion in human relations; and acceptance of one another.

Child care is available. Please join us Sunday at our new location located in the Vendor Blender and Event Center, 588 Addison Avenue West, at 10:30 AM. Newcomers of all religious paths or none at all are always welcome. We are handicapped accessible. The Vendor Blender is located near the old hospital near the intersection of Martin St. and Addison Avenue West. Please park in the rear of the building and use the entrance on the west side of the building.

Sunday, July 12, 2015: “A Perfectly Imperfect Story”

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Host: Karen Fothergill

Presenter: Julie Merrick

It has been said that in the end, we are all stories. But how do we tell our stories and how do we interpret the stories of those around us?

We are each dynamic and diverse and yet similar in so many ways. The Buddha once said that “to understand everything is to forgive everything.”

Perhaps the greatest value in sharing our stories is that doing so helps us to feel both compassion and appreciation for all stories, including our own.

As Unitarian Universalists, we have a proud tradition of responding to the imperatives of love and justice to work with those of us who are marginalized and oppressed in society and the world. Unitarian Universalists covenant to affirm and promote the inherent worth and dignity of every person; justice, equality and compassion in human relations; and acceptance of one another.

Child care is available. Please join us Sunday at our new location located in the Vendor Blender and Event Center, 588 Addison Avenue West, at 10:30 AM. Newcomers of all religious paths or none at all are always welcome. We are handicapped accessible. The Vendor Blender is located near the old hospital near the intersection of Martin St. and Addison Avenue West. Please park in the rear of the building and use the entrance on the west side of the building.

Saturday, July 11: Sandy Fackler Memorial Service

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Dear MVUUF Friends,

As you know from Ken’s message, Sandy Fackler died last week.

Sandy was released from the ordeal she suffered during the past 2 or 3 weeks.

We will mourn her death & celebrate her life in a memorial service at The Vendor Blender & Event Center (our worship space) on Saturday, July 11 at 11:00 am.

Your Caring Committee, Anne Martin & John Eickley, will be sending out a request to sign up to bring food to the luncheon we will host after the service.

If you wish to send a condolence card to her daughter & family, send it to Kristi Cederstrom at 498 Parkway Circle, Twin Falls ID 83301. Also, Doc Smith (1411 Tara St., Twin Falls, ID 83301) of our congregation was a close friend of Sandy’s, & will be grieving like a family member–please keep him in your thoughts, prayers, & cards.

Sandy was incredibly grateful for the kindness you all showed her in her final months, & I feel a deep warmth for your caring. Even if you did not know her well–or, maybe at all–I hope you will attend the memorial, as we bid farewell to one of our community.

Thank you for being a religious community, in the finest sense of the word.

Love & faith,

Elizabeth

Sunday, July 5, 2015: “Faith of Our Founding Fathers”

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Host/Presenter: Chad Minteer

At this time of year as we celebrate the freedoms we enjoy in this country and recall its beginnings, it is inspiring to consider some of the extraordinary men whose religious views shaped the foundations of the government in this country. If we look carefully at the ideas of these extraordinary founders, we see that they are highly relevant to our current world, and that we would do well to revive those ideas.
We will briefly consider the religious beliefs of the first 3 American Presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams; as well as Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Paine. Using our hearts as well as our minds, we can work to reinvigorate the ideas on which this nation was founded:

  • A tradition of respect for reason and for the benefits of science;
  • A tradition of viewing our religious diversity as a strength to be treasured;
  • A tradition that values the benefits of open and free religious practice;
  • A tradition that the people are truly free in the practice of their religion when religion is not interwoven with the power of the State.

As Unitarian Universalists, we have a proud tradition of responding to the imperatives of love and justice to work with those of us who are marginalized and oppressed in society and the world. Unitarian Universalists covenant to affirm and promote the inherent worth and dignity of every person; justice, equality and compassion in human relations; and acceptance of one another.

Child care is available. Please join us Sunday at our new location located in the Vendor Blender and Event Center, 588 Addison Avenue West, at 10:30 AM. Newcomers of all religious paths or none at all are always welcome. We are handicapped accessible. The Vendor Blender is located near the old hospital near the intersection of Martin St. and Addison Avenue West. Please park in the rear of the building and use the entrance on the west side of the building.