July 28
“The Courageous Life” Rev. Thom Belote, preaching What does it mean to live with courage? What role does courage play in facing the anxieties of our times as well as the anxieties inherent in life itself? Beginning with the insights of Brené Brown, we will begin our exploration of courage. MUSIC NOTES: Paul Eskildsen will provide the music for the service, including an inspirational rendition of the Curtis Mayfield anthem "People Get Ready" and Bob Dylan's "The Times They Are a Changin'". Come early for the Gathering Music, when Paul will sing more Dylan and a Tom Petty classic. WORSHIP SCHEDULE 9:30 AM:
COMMUNITY CHURCH IN ACTIONFLOWER COMMUNION
Multi-Generational Service On June 2, 2024, our congregation celebrated the annual Flower Communion, which is a treasured Unitarian Universalist tradition. Over 200 members of our community participated. Each person was asked to bring their own flower and adds it to a common vase, which signifies that by our own free will, we come together. During the communion, each person takes a flower from the vase other than the one they brought. The significance of the flower communion is that as no two flowers are alike, so no two people are alike, yet each has a contribution to make. Together the different flowers form a beautiful bouquet. Our common bouquet would not be the same without the unique addition of each individual flower, and thus it is with our church community: it would not be the same without each and every one of us. BEWARE -- SCAM ALERT
Scams targeting religious communities are increasing. Scammers create fake email addresses (and sometimes phone numbers) impersonating the minister, staff members or lay leaders and contact congregants -- asking for contact information, login credentials, the Directory, etc., or to buy gift cards. Rachel Rose (Directory, contact info) and Franklin Hirsch (Finances) are the best people to help with these requests - they will always have the latest versions of our secure documents and are happy to help. If you receive a scam email, phone call or text, please report and delete it. If you're unsure, please contact Rev. Thom, Rachel Rose or Franklin Hirsch and see if the communication is legitimate. QUICK LINKS |
UPCOMING EVENTS
THE CHURCH AUCTION LINE IS OPEN FOR DONATIONS
Auction fun has begun! Church members are already posting donations for this year’s auction. Need ideas? Dinner, game night or entertainment at your home; sporting events or entertainment tickets; craft class; handmade treasures; food; vacation spots; art; music or garden items; books; services; etc. Bidding opens Sept. 27 and ends Oct. 19. Be part of the fun and help raise needed funds! Check the website Auction page for more info. Need more help/information? Email Auction Co-Chairs Joan O’Brien, Kathleen Farinola and Mary George. DURING THE SUNDAY SOCIAL:
INDIVIDUAL CONCERT TIX NOW ON SALE FOR '24-'25 COMMUNITY CHURCH CONCERTS! Community Church Concerts is now offering tickets to individual performances in addition to the Season Pass! Be sure and save by buying in advance! Information about artists, concert dates, and tickets can be found on our WEBSITE! Season passes still available! Warning: Kruger Brothers sell out very early, so don't delay! Questions? EMAIL JANE PROVAN. VOLUNTEER DRIVERS NEEDED! The Immigrant Justice Initiative has a great team of volunteers who have been taking Maria's little boys to preschool each weekday morning, and picking them up in the afternoon. But several of them are away on vacation next month, so we need a bit more help. It's a sweet and easy job-- Maria puts the car seats in our cars, and the round trip to and from to the school takes about 15 minutes--a little longer in the afternoon. Please let us know if you could help once a week or occasionally. QUUILTERS We meet on Saturday morning, August 3, 9 - 11:30 AM in the Gathering Room. Our check-in time begins at 9:30 AM. We continue to work on community service projects for the Hospice Home in Pittsboro, the Refugee Support Center, HomeStart Women's Shelter, and Meals on Wheels. Fabric, batting, instructions and a few kits are available, you may bring your machine to start at the meeting. Bring your personal projects to show us - we love seeing the creativity of our members! Check out our webpage. Join our email list. SHARE THE PLATE August 18 Share the Plate is in support of DRUUMM. DRUUMM stands for Diverse and Revolutionary Unitarian Universalist Multicultural Ministries. DRUUM is the oldest and largest UU People of Color ministry and anti-racist community organization based in North America. DRUUM holds regular worship services by and for People of Color. In addition, they organize a yearly summer multiracial family camp. Thank you for your support of this important and vital UU ministry. SAVE THE DATE: AUGUST 18 POP-UP POPSICLE PARTY DURING THE SUNDAY SOCIAL Join the Welcoming Ministry in celebrating the end of one of the hottest summers on record with a sweet treat! Originally invented by an 11-year-old, popsicles from local woman-owned business Locopops will be available for all (dairy, non-dairy and sugar-free options will be available) at our Pop-Up Popsicle Party immediately following the service. Questions? Contact Rachel Rose or Ellie Speh. COME SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY CHURCH CHOIR AT THE DURHAM BULLS GAME For the Sunday, August 18, 5:05 PM Durham Bulls game vs. the Nashville Sounds, our Community Church Choir and Singers will be performing the national anthem just before the game. If you'd like to support them and sit with us during the game, please contact Music Director Glenn Mehrbach to purchase your tickets. |
WE ARE A WELCOMING CONGREGATION
We are a congregation that has historically stood for the civil rights of all people, especially those affected by racism and homophobia. We are a Welcoming Congregation, celebrating and affirming the active presence in our congregation of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and heterosexual members and friends and their families. We are actively engaged in dialogue about how to be a more racially diverse, multicultural, anti-oppressive congregation. |
SUNDAY PARKING: Please honor the parking spaces reserved for people with disabilities and limited mobility at the front of the church, as well as the spaces reserved for the Auction Winners. We encourage folks to carpool and/or park offsite, if at all possible. Parking is available at The Community Church, as well as alternate parking options. See a map here. Please note: Parking is not allowed at the Kehillah across the street. WEEKDAY PARKING (for church functions): The Main Lot is fully rented; please use the small Front Lot directly in front of the church, the wooded Pine Lot along Purefoy Road, or in the Rear Lot behind the church.