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July/August 2021
The Unicorn
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Boca Raton Newsletter
Page 2
Sunday Worship
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Inventing the New Normal at UUFBR
Submission Deadline for September Newsletter
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Board Corner
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July 11 White Paper Town Hall Meeting
UUA Virtual General Assembly 2021
Page 6
From the DRE
Page 7
Healing Justice
Page 8
Friday Happy Hours
Page 9
Open Door Acupuncture, Community Acupuncture Clinic
Page 10
What’s Happening
Page 11
July Calendar
Page 12
August Calendar
Links for Zoom events are provided in our weekly emails.
Not getting the emails? Send a request to admin@uufbr.org.
Free in Faith Diverse in Thought United in Caring Committed to Action
Virtual Sunday Services at 10:30am
July 4
Celebrating the Good News – Embracing Unitarian Universalism
Louis Merlin
July 11
Living Our Principles Part 1 - Loving the Unlovable
The Reverend Harris Riordan
July 18
Living Our Principles Part 2 - The Crucible of Anger
The Reverend Harris Riordan
July 25
Health Equity and Environmental Justice
Debra Weiss
August 1
Flourishing or Languishing
Bett Willett
August 8
A Tribute to Coretta Scott King
Healing Justice Group
August 15
Shawn and Cindy Malaney
August 22
The Wisdom of an Eight Year Old
(Children’s Story - Charlotte's Web)
Fritz Aufdencamp
August 29
Amy Glenn, Director of Religious Education
July/August 2021 2
Inventing The New Normal at UUFBR
With Water Communion on September 12, UUFBR moves to a hybrid platform,
both in person and on Zoom! From now on, geography, no car, a sleepy child or a
sprained ankle can no longer leave anyone out. The technology can help us
expand and strengthen our community.
This hybrid life is an experiment. No one has done it before — And no one knows
how best to do it. We will invent it as we go. The first step is to brainstorm
together. How can this technology be used to deepen our individual spiritual
journeys? How can it strengthen the connections between us? How can we
encourage more participation in our programs? How can we use it to invite
newcomers into UUFBR?
To start our collaboration on inventing this new normal at UUFBR I ask you to
take this survey. Step 2 will be Zoom conversations scheduled later this summer.
SURVEY LINK:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BP8TQXP
- Rev. Harris
The submission deadline for the
September 2021 Unicorn Newsletter is
12 noon on Friday, August 27.
July/August 2021 3
UUFBR
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
CORNER
By now you have heard about the myriad of challenges we are currently facing. Your Board
has held several congregational town hall gatherings during which we described these
challenges and tried to answer your insightful questions. You have asked for more
information so you can feel ready to decide whether we will stay at our present location and
meet the financial obligations this will entail or whether we sell our property and seek to rent
or buy new space.
To provide your requested information, your Board has obtained inspections of our property
and estimates of the cost to make needed repairs and replacements and establish reserves
for future maintenance. We have also formed committees to meet with brokers to discuss a
potential sale of our property and our options concerning renting or buying a new location.
People have also reached out to entities that might have facilities we could lease. We have
put the results of all of these investigations into a “White Paper” which is contained in this
Unicorn via a link. (See next page). We ask you to review the White Paper carefully and then
come to our next Congregational Town Hall on July 11 to discuss it.
This is a long and sometimes trying process but you will need to decide our future place of
worship and gathering, be it somewhere new or at the home we love. You deserve both the
time and information in order to make this decision. We will stay in close touch as we move
forward together.
Your Co-Presidents wish to give special thanks to Patricia Rogers, Paul Libert, Patrick
Larson, Donna Musial, Ron Lovell, John and Betty Tilton, Jennifer Ligeti, Johnnie Rogers
and Louis Merlin for their invaluable work in gathering and presenting the information you
have requested. We all owe them a great deal of thanks.
UUFBR Board of Trustees
Louise Malusis, Co-President
Sandy Troiano, Co-President
Patrick Larson, VP-Facilities
Louis Merlin, Secretary
Paul Libert, Treasurer
Carlton Devot, Trustee at Large
Ron Lovell, Trustee at Large
Barbara Messick, Trustee at Large
Carrie Viles, Trustee at Large
Contact the UUFBR Board of Trustees by email:
uufbr-trustees@googlegroups.com.
Read everything that is posted by and to the Board:
https://groups.google.com/g/uufbr-board.
July/August 2021 4
White Paper Town Hall Meeting
July 11
Immediately After Service
Discussion of the White Paper details on (1) needed replacements and repairs on
our buildings and grounds, (2) when we likely need to make them, and (3)
estimated costs. Also, other options for the future — a summary of the
information we received from four real estate agents and the pros and cons of
each of the options.
Click here for the White Paper document.
UUA Virtual General Assembly 2021
So, you may have heard about General Assembly but don’t know much about it.
General Assembly is the annual gathering of Unitarian Universalists, where we conduct
business of the Association, explore the theological underpinnings of our faith, and lean fully
into our mission and principles. Participant’s worship, witness, learn, connect, and make
policy for the Association through democratic process.
This year GA had more than 4,000 registered attendees participate from remote locations
around the world. We here at UUFBR had 4 members participate, Carolyn Brown, Louise
Malusis, Ron Roth and Lynn Smith. We had the opportunity to worship, witness, learn,
connect, and make policy for the Association through democratic process.
Circle 'Round for Justice ● Healing ● Courage was the theme for General Assembly 2021.
The spirit of GA continues as we circle ‘round in community. We circle ‘round in care and
healing; for liberation and justice; and for love and courage.
What happened this year?
Some bylaws were amended, Elections were held for new Trustees and Officer Positions and
more importantly the General Assembly affirmed 3 Actions of Immediate Witness and adopted
a Statement of Conscience. (SOC) Undoing Intersectional White Supremacy (PDF) (click the
links to learn more.)
• Defend and Advocate with Transgender, Nonbinary, and Intersex Communities
• The COVID-19 Pandemic: Justice. Healing. Courage
• Stop Voter Suppression and Partner for Voting Rights and a Multiracial Democracy
Next Year GA will be held in Portland, Oregon but there will also be an opportunity to attend
virtually. It’s a great opportunity to witness our faith, become inspired and learn about what
other congregations are doing. We’ll give you more information about next year’s GA in the
Spring. Come and join in this great experience.
July/August 2021 5
From the DRE
Amy Wright Glenn
Director of Religious Education
Our UUFBR summer Religious Education is online and set up for all ages!
We’re meeting on Zoom. To RSVP for this summer’s RE activities, please send an
email to Amy at dreuufbr@gmail.com. Signing a simple waiver is required.
Our weekly Summer RE program is family oriented with adults
and children welcome to participate together. To allow more
families to join us, we’re gathering on Thursday evenings from
7:00pm to 8:00pm instead of Sunday mornings. We’re reading
and discussing the book Tuck Everlasting. So, pick up a copy
of the book and join us!
Our UUFBR Chalice Circle for Pre/Young Teens continues to
meet through the summer on the last Sunday of the month
at 3:15pm. All 12 to 15 year olds are welcome to join DRE
Amy Wright Glenn for 45 minutes of heartfelt support once
a month.
Please feel free to share with your friends and UU families.
For more information about Religious Education at UUFBR:
https://www.uufbr.org/religious-education/
July/August 2021 6
Join HJ to further understand how racism fuels hatred and
how we can continue our journey to reverse these trends.
The UUFBR Healing Justice Group grew out of a 2013 group discussion of Michelle
Alexander’s book The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness.
Several who took that class were motivated to learn more and to turn study into action.
In 2016, in conjunction with The Center for the Healing of Racism, HJ presented
Dialogue: Racism, a 2-day community workshop that provided a safe, respectful and
loving atmosphere for individuals to learn new information, share their experiences, get
different perspectives, and ask questions to dispel fears, get to know each other and
stop separation.
2016 Dialogue: Racism
HJ Summer Zoom Meetings
Thursday, July 15 at 7:00pm
Thursday, August 19 at 7:00pm
Zoom links provided in the weekly emails
HJ Sunday Service on August 8
A Tribute to Coretta Scott King
HJ on Social Media
Healing Justice Forum on Facebook
July/August 2021 7Join US!
Friday Happy Hour in Person
July 9, July 23 August 13, August 27
Bring a libation. Bring some food to share.
And join in relaxing together on the Sanctuary Back Patio.
2601 St. Andrews Boulevard
Boca Raton, FL 33434
July/August 2021 8Open Door Acupuncture, Community Acupuncture Clinic
Rockberger Room (back building)
Erica Siegel, A.P. Acupuncture Physician and Doctor
of Oriental Medicine
Clinic Hours
Sunday: 8:30am-10:30am and 12:00pm-3:00pm
Monday: 10:00am-2:00pm
Wednesday: 9:00am-2:00pm and 5:00pm-8:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am-2:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am-3:00pm
I’m still here for you!
Community Acupuncture (treatments in a group setting) has become popular in the United
States over the last few years because patients pay on a sliding scale, therefore allowing the
opportunity to receive treatments as often as needed.
Unfortunately, during this time of Covid-19, the community acupuncture model is not an
optimal situation for receiving treatments. The information that we have thus far about this
virus has encouraged us to physically distance as much as possible. In keeping with these
guidelines, I am seeing patients privately until the virus numbers become much lower. An
exception to this rule would apply if a family or group of people who have been isolating
together visit me at the same time for treatments.
In keeping with necessary guidelines, practitioner and patient both must wear clean masks.
The clinic is aired out and disinfected between patients with medical grade products. I also
keep the door open as much as possible to keep the air circulating. Even though I am seeing
patients privately, I am keeping my fee lower than a usual private treatment fee. I feel that it
is imperative at this time for us to all keep working on our overall health, boosting our
immune systems and reducing stress.
My fee right now for an initial consultation including an acupuncture treatment is $75.
Acupuncture treatments are $50. If two people who have been isolating together come for
treatment at the same time, the cost is $75 for both patients. I am also available to discuss
herbal options for those who are interested in boosting their immunity.
Please remain healthy, mentally and physically. It is a very challenging time, but we each
have much to be grateful for.
Much love, Erica
718-541-4931 ericasiegel_acupuncture@yahoo.com
July/August 2021 9What’s Happening!
Zoom links for these regularly scheduled events are provided in
our weekly emails and on our website, uufbr.org.
Not getting the emails? Send a request to admin@uufbr.org.
Sundays
Worship Service at 10:30am: We gather in worship to find meaning and to live more deeply. Worship
creates connections within, among, and beyond us, calling us to our better selves, calling us to live with
wisdom and compassion.
Religious Education: See Page 4.
Mystics and Metaphysics, monthly on the 2nd Sunday at 6:30pm: This adult group meets to
deepen and share their individual spiritual quests.
Chalice Circle for Pre (and young) Teens, monthly on the last Sunday at 3:15pm: All 12 to 15 year-
old UUs and Friends of UUs are welcome to join DRE Amy Wright Glenn for 45-minutes of heartfelt
support once a month.
Tuesdays in July
Facility Maintenance at 10:00am: Let's keep UUFBR a nice place to meet! Any help will be
appreciated. Activities include playground upkeep, weed management and anything that you see that
needs attending to. Tools will be available. Bring your own refreshments.
Wednesdays
Book Group, monthly on the 3rd Wednesday at 7:00pm: Read the selected book and join the
discussion.
Thursdays
Nonviolent Communication, monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 12:30pm: NVC is taught as a
process of interpersonal communication designed to improve compassionate connection to others. It
aims to support change on three interconnected levels: within self, between others, and within groups
and social systems.
Fridays
Happy Hour in Person, monthly on the 2nd and 4th Friday at 6:00pm: Bring a libation. Bring some
food to share. And join in relaxing together on the Sanctuary Patio.
Saturdays
The Forum at 10:00am: Engage in spirited group discussion of social and political issues.
Movie Matinee Discussion at 3:00pm: Watch the selected movie on Netflix at your convenience prior
to the 3:00pm Discussion Group and join the discussion on Zoom.
On Summer Break
Dates and times are subject to change.
July/August 2021 10UUFBR
July 2021 Fellowship Calendar
Sunday Monday Tu e s d a y We d n e s d Thursday Friday Saturday
ay
Jul 1 Jul 2 Jul 3
10:00am-Morning 10:00am-The
Coffee & Tea Forum
7:00pm-Religious 3:00pm-Movie
Education Discussion
Group
Jul 4 Jul 5 Jul 6 Jul 7 Jul 8 Jul 9 Jul 10
10:30am-Worship 10:00am-Facility 10:00am-Morning 6:00pm- 10:00am-The
Service Maintenance Coffee & Tea Happy Hour Forum
7:00pm-Religious in Person 3:00pm-Movie
Happy 4th Education Discussion
of July Group
Jul 11 Jul 12 Jul 13 Jul 14 Jul 15 Jul 16 Jul 17
10:30am-Worship 10:00am-Facility 10:00am-Morning 10:00am-The
Service Maintenance Coffee & Tea Forum
12:00pm-Town Hall 7:00pm-Religious 3:00pm-Movie
Meeting Education Discussion
7:00pm-Healing Group
Justice Meeting
Jul 18 Jul 19 Jul 20 Jul 21 Jul 22 Jul 23 Jul 24
10:30am-Worship 7:00pm-Finance 10:00am-Facility 10:00am-Morning 6:00pm- 10:00am-The
Service Committee Maintenance Coffee & Tea Happy Hour Forum
Meeting 7:00pm-Religious in Person 3:00pm-Movie
Education Discussion
Group
Jul 25 Jul 26 Jul 27 Jul 28 Jul 29 Jul 30 Jul 31
10:30am-Worship 7:00pm- Board 10:00am-Facility 10:00am-Morning 10:00am-The
Service of Trustees Maintenance Coffee & Tea Forum
3:15pm- Young Meeting 7:00pm-Religious 3:00pm-Movie
Teen Chalice Circle Education Discussion
Group
July/August 2021 11UUFBR
August 2021 Fellowship Calendar
Sunday Monday Tu e s d a y We d n e s d a y Thursday Friday Saturday
Aug 1 Aug 2 Aug 3 Aug 4 Aug 5 Aug 6 Aug 7
10:30am-Worship Service 10:00am-Facility 10:00am- 10:00am-The
Maintenance Morning Coffee Forum
10:00am- & Tea 3:00pm-Movie
Morning Coffee 7:00pm- Discussion
& Tea Religious Group
Education
Aug 8 Aug 9 Aug 10 Aug 11 Aug 12 Aug 13 Aug 14
10:30am-Worship Service 10:00am- 6:00pm- 10:00am-The
Morning Coffee Happy Hour Forum
& Tea in Person 3:00pm-Movie
7:00pm- Discussion
Religious Group
Education
Aug 15 Aug 16 Aug 17 Aug 18 Aug 19 Aug 20 Aug 21
10:30am-Worship Service 7:00pm- 10:00am- 10:00am-The
Finance Morning Coffee Forum
Committee & Tea 3:00pm-Movie
Meeting 7:00pm- Discussion
Religious Group
Education
7:00pm-Healing
Justice Meeting
Aug 22 Aug 23 Aug 24 Aug 25 Aug 26 Aug 27 Aug 28
10:30am-Worship Service 10:00am- 6:00pm- 10:00am-The
Morning Coffee Happy Hour Forum
& Tea in Person 3:00pm-Movie
7:00pm- Discussion
Religious Group
Education
7:00pm- Board
of Trustees
Meeting
Aug 29 Aug 30 Aug 31
10:30am-Worship Service
3:15pm- Young Teen
Chalice Circle
July/August 2021 12The Unicorn July/August 2021
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Boca Raton
2601 St. Andrews Boulevard
Boca Raton, FL 33434
561-482-2001
www.uufbr.org email: admin@uufbr.org
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Louise Malusis, Co-President STAFF
Sandy Troiano, Co-President The Reverend Ms. Harris Riordan, Minister
Patrick Larson, VP-Facilities Amy Wright Glenn, Director of Religious Education
Louis Merlin, Secretary Stephanie Monsour-Nixdorf, Music Director
Paul Libert, Treasurer Robert Duchemin, Bookkeeper
Carlton Devot, Trustee at Large Gail Larkin, Administrative Assistant
Ron Lovell, Trustee at Large
Barbara Messick, Trustee at Large Ellen Cormier
Carrie Viles, Trustee at Large Director of Religious Education Emerita
UUFBR Board of Trustees email:
uufbr-trustees@googlegroups.com
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