Author: Kim

A welcoming and accepting, diverse and inquiring spiritual fellowship

SERVICES: SUNDAY 10:00 A.M
620 PARK STREET, MANITOWOC, WI 54220 Phone: (920) 686-0643
Email: luuf.parkstreet@gmail.com
Website: www.lakeshoreuufellowship.org
Facebook: Lakeshore Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
LUUF Lay Ministers
Linda Hunter lhunter740@gmail.com
Ginny Finnel amanuensis_vlf@yahoo.com
Jim Hollahan jim.hollahan@gmail.com
LUUF BOARD
President: Sandy Bast Co-President Dick Urban
Treasurer: Kathie Fishbeck
Secretary: Melody Hanson
Members at Large: Mary Dean
Sharon Tittle
Albert Sears
Linda Wenzel

MAY 1
November 5
“To the Brink of Fear”
Karl Bjornerud
“My sermon will talk about a side of gratitude we often neglect: fear. The simplistic remedies offered by motivational media belie the risk involved in living a grateful life. Gratitude requires humility, vulnerability, and trust, which each in turn demand courage and fortitude. Gratitude is no small undertaking.”
Karl is a recent seminary graduate, currently in LaCrosse.
November 12
“ Gifts, Fruits,and (maybe a little) Nuts:
Musings on living with, and in the Spirit of Generosity”
Carrie Arnold
The Christian scriptures highlight gifts and fruits generously shared by the Holy Spirit. Where do we find generosity in knowledge or understanding? In wisdom or courage? In awe or wonder? In whatever gifts we identify in our own lives? How can we intentionally live more generously toward ourselves and toward all of creation? Let’s think about it together.
Carrie has been a jail chaplain. Now she has a house church.

November 19
“A Six Course Feast for the Eyes”
James Neilson
In the spirit of a Thanksgiving table of plenty, Jim will share a presentation of six works of art (some classic and some contemporary; something for everyone!) that will nourish the heart, mind and spirit with thoughts of gratitude and appreciation.
Jim is an art professor at St. Norbert College.
November 26
“Applauding the Sunset”
Rev. Tony Larsen
On this Sunday after Thanksgiving, Tony's sermon will explore the reason we give thanks--based on an experience he and his husband once had while on vacation in Door County. Does it make sense to give thanks when the recipient is "To Whom It May Concern"?
Tony is a retired UU minister who speaks for us regularly.
Last Sunday of every month is LUUF “Soup Sunday” - Pot luck Lunch. There is always more than enough to share, so please join us even if you don’t bring a dish to pass.

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The Communications Committee Chair, Ginny Finnel, will update the board on the current status of inputting the Fellowship’s documents, policies and procedures on line for easier board access at the 10/4/23 board meeting. A paper copy of documents and board meeting minutes will continue to be found in the library.
The special Ad Hoc Technology committee is addressing the issues with the audio system.
The side door entrance to the Fellowship has been adjusted and is in good working order. It is old so a little extra energy is needed to make sure it is closed.
All the committees have “happily” activated.
The Art Committee will be rehanging the 2nd floor art. Member’s submissions are encouraged. (See Sept. newsletter.) Social justice posters accepted.
The Facilities Committee plans to develop a Facilities Management Handbook and update the Building Use Policy and forms.
The board approved a $250 donation to Card Board City – a fundraiser for homeless of Manitowoc County.
Please note, all are welcome to attend Board Meetings. If you have a specific issue you would like addressed, let one of the board members know. Our next meeting is Wednesday, October 4, 2023 @ 9:00 A.M. at the Fellowship. Thank you.
Sandy Bast, Co-President

LAKESHORE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST (LUUF) LAY MINISTRY Theologically, LUUF Lay Ministers are as diverse as Unitarian Universalist among our Lay Ministry you will find a variety of spiritual perspectives and beliefs about the sacred.
LUUF Lay Minsters are committed to serving all Fellowship members and friends, with the utmost of compassion and discretion. If you’re in need of a good listener, connection, support and/or resources inside, or outside our Fellowship, in times of illness, or another of life’s challenges, or to officiate at dedications, weddings, or funerals, please don’t hesitate to contact any of the following LUUF Lay Ministers: Linda Hunter huntel@comcast.net Jim Hollahanjim.hollahan@gmail.com Ginny Finnel amanuensis_vlf@yahoo.com

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Unitarian Universalist congregations affirm and promote seven Principles, which we hold as strong values and moral guides. We live out these Principles within a “living tradition” of wisdom and spirituality, drawn from sources as diverse as science, poetry, scripture, and personal experience.
The Principles are not dogma or doctrine, but rather a guide for those of us who choose to join and participate in Unitarian Universalist religious communities.
1st Principle: The inherent worth and dignity of every person;
2nd Principle: Justice, equity and compassion in human relations;
3rd Principle: Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations;
4th Principle: A free and responsible search for truth and meaning;
5th Principle: The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large;
6th Principle: The goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice for all;
7th Principle: Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.
Unitarian Universalists recognize our responsibility to reflect, learn and act how we may inadvertently contribute to racism In our community and beyond. In June at the 2020 Lakeshore UU Fellowship Annual meeting, we formally endorsed the following as our 8th Principle: "We affirm and promote journeying toward spiritual wholeness by working to build a diverse multicultural Beloved Community by our actions that accountably dismantle racism and other oppressions in ourselves and our institutions."

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Ethical Eating: Food & Environmental Justice
As part of our dedication to environmental justice, we pay attention to the impact of our involvement in the food system. Ethical eating recognizes the moral consequences of our food choices. The ways our societies raise, buy, and consume our food has direct effects on the earth, plants and animals, and humans who work to make our food available.
In 2011, Unitarian Universalists (UUs) came together to take a stand on ethical eating and adopted a statement of conscience on the issue.
Recognizing that individual circumstances vary, we aspire to buy, raise, and consume food for ourselves and our families that:
increases our proportionate consumption of plant-based foods, which increases the global access to calories, provides health benefits, and prevents injuring animals;
minimizes the pain and suffering of animals by purchasing meat or seafood produced under humane conditions, for those who choose to eat meat or seafood;
minimizes the negative environmental effects of raising animals or plants by purchasing organically produced food, and seafood certified as responsibly farmed or harvested;
minimizes transportation-related carbon dioxide emissions by obtaining foods locally produced through home or community gardens, farmers markets, or community supported agriculture (CSA);
provides farm workers with living wages and safe working environments;
contributes to social harmony by encouraging communal eating;
promotes health, consuming food in quantities that do not lead to obesity; and
We advocate for the benefit of animals, plants, food workers, the environment and humanity.
For more information about the Statement of Conscience and ways you can take the pledge, visit the UUA website at:
https://www.uua.org/environment/eating

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LUUF continues to support our 5 outreach community organizations.
Hope House (Homeless Shelter)
InCourage (Domestic Violence Center)
The Haven (Mens shelter)
TREP (Two Rivers Economical Pantry)
Painting Pathways (Clubhouse International)
We can’t do that without your help!
Ways to give — “Donate” button on our website www.lakeshoreuufellowship.org This on-line donation system utilizes Pay Pal. Pay Pal fees are 2.9%, consider “tipping” up to cover these fees, when making annual pledge donations. It is an internet based program that is protected and quite safe. If you don’t already have a PayPal account, you can set one up at www.paypal.com You can complete a direct transfer through your bank or credit card. Follow the PayPal instructions on-line.
You can continue to mail checks in through the postal system.
You can set it up through your bank with an online account. Process is:. *Sign into your on-line banking system *Go to your Payment Center, online bill paying, or whatever your bank calls your on-line bill paying system. Associated Bank uses “ Pay Bills”, for instance.
*Select “Add a Company or Person.”
*Fill out the information as requested, Usually this is the name of the company, and address and phone number
Lakeshore Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 620 Park Street, Manitowoc, WI 54220 Phone: 920-686-0643
*Set up a payment and date to be completed. Or choose Monthly reoccurring
*The bank will issue a check and mail it to LUUF
LUUF Treasurer is checking the mail weekly, just as before this containment, and will submit the checks to Bank First every week.
*

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A concert opportunity from our friends at Green Bay UU—they have sponsored this concert for many years and it has recently moved to Karvana Coffee House in Green Bay. Which is a lovely little coffee house/restaurant on Broadway in Green Bay.
Sharing in case some may be interested.

We are called to put our UU values and faith into action to build a world that is peaceful, compassionate, just and sustainable.
In the tradition of UU's, our Fellowship, it's members and friends live our UU principals by participating in many social and human concerns endeavors. Socail Action is the lifeblood of our Fellowship. It nourishes us spiritually and enriches our community.
LUUF's Social Justice committee sponsors many different ways to make a difference in the world through social justice and community outreach. We work with partners in the community at various concerns throughout the community and are often well represented. We have a strong commitment to social justice, supporting and encouraging our members and friends to be involved in some way with our social justice outreach activites.
Our Fellowship offers members and friends many hands-on opportunities to create social justice
Hope House of Manitowoc County
Hope House, a program of Lakeshore Interfaith Hospitality Network and an affiliate of Family Promise, is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to provide immediate shelter and guidance to homeless individuals and families. Contact Kim Everett kimeverett60@gmail.com if you are interested in volunteering. Information and training will be provided.
InCourage - Domestic Violence Center
Provides shelter, crisis intervention and supportive services for survivors of domestic and sexual abuse and their families, with a commitment to safety, respect and self-determination.
Painting Pathways
Painting Pathways Clubhouse empowers adults with diagnosed mental illness by building community, supporting recovery and changing lives.
Two Rivers Ecumenical Pantry (TREP)
Food assistance for those in need. Serving Two Rivers, Mishicot, and surrounding areas.
The Haven of Manitowoc County
The Haven of Manitowoc County provides shelter for homeless men for up to 90 days and offers a program to help them regain their independence

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Hope House LUUF Evening Host volunteer dates for the remainder of the year are:
November 13—November 19
Evening Hosting at Hope House (5-8 pm)
Evening hosts socialize with guests, welcome newcomers, and assist parents with children’s needs. Evening hosts may conduct children’s activities, help with homework, or assist a guest with a particular need.
The online training will discuss various topics such as:
How our program works and why it is so effective.
How you can volunteer and be a part of helping families become stabilized.
Understanding your role as a volunteer.
Sensitivity issues to be aware of when volunteering with our families.
If you are interested in volunteering, click on sign up to volunteer or contact Hope House at 920-686-1436 for more information. Thank you!
Just want to chat with a LUUF volunteer first, contact one of us! Mary Jo and Dick Urban, Kim & Jim Everett, Patty Marquart. We are in need of more LUUF volunteers.

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TREP Food Pantry

Lakeshore UU members and friends will once again collect and donate non-perishable foods to TREP (Two Rivers Economical pantry). Canned, in a jar or boxed food (NO fresh food items) will be accepted. You’ll find a box in the front entryway of the Fellowship beginning Oct. 1st . Please drop off any donations when you arrive for Sunday Services. Melody Hanson has agreed to deliver the donations to TREP. Thank you for your help.

Why volunteer at InCourage?
Choose from a variety of opportunities. We find the right fit for you!
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
Play indoor or outdoor games, do crafts, plan activities with the children Teach a craft or skill or share your talents. Plan family fun nights, such as game or movie night Make a meal or snack Assist children with homework. Shelter Assistant/Crisis Line:
For a complete list of opportunities at InCourage, visit their website at: www.incouragewi.org/volunteer-page/
Or Call 1-920-684-4661.
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From our friends at Manitowoc Cooperative Ministry
Community Dinners is the signature mission program of First Presbyterian Church and Manitowoc Cooperative Ministry. Feeding America says that one in seven people in our part of Wisconsin are facing hunger. Food insecurity remains a problem for adults and children in our community. Community Dinners is one program helping to reduce hunger in Manitowoc. Community Dinners at First Presbyterian Church started in 2008 and has steadily grown since then. We currently serve about 200 free meals every week. We are serving meals every Wednesday from 5-6PM at First Presbyterian Church (502 N 8th Street in downtown Manitowoc). Due to the COVID pandemic, meals are currently only to-go. You can drive-up or walk up to our 8th Street entrance and you will be provided with a healthy, prepared meal to-go. We hope to resume dining inside together in the near future. MISSION: Community Dinners at First Presbyterian Church shall serve meals to all people, along with hope, as we address hunger, mental health, nutrition, and spiritual needs. VISION: Community Dinners at First Presbyterian Church exists to feed body and soul. We believe that all people deserve to have a home-cooked meal in an atmosphere of respect, compassion, and friendship. All are welcome! No forms to fill out, no questions asked, no reservations needed. Stop by any Wednesday. If you are interested in volunteering or donating food/supplies/equipment, please contact volunteer coordinator and LUUF member Suzanne Zipperer (414-419-2014) or email: zipperersuzanne@gmail.com
Our homeless community relies on volunteers like you!
EVENING HOST Dinner and Set Up 6:30pm - 9:00pm (2-3 people nightly) SAFETY 7:00p.m. - 8:30pm (1 person nightly OVERNIGHT MONITORS (3 shifts per night, 2 people per shift) MORNING HOST Breakfast & Clean Up 6:30am - 8:30am (2 people needed daily) DINNER COOKS—Meals may be prepared by in our commercial kitchen, or at home. Restaurant food is also welcomed.
To volunteer please visit the warming shelter website at: www.manitowocwarmingshelter.org/

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From our Friends at Grow it Forward

Visit Glaze & Paint Art Studio during regular business hours from now until November 10th to Host-A-Bowl! You'll get everything you need to create a one-of-a-kind bowl that will be part of a special community-created bowls selection for ticket holders at the Grow it Forward Empty Bowls event.. Make it a fun team-building experience, something for the family to do, or a unique date night while you paint bowls for a good cause. You can also join us for one of our evening Host-a-Bowl Painting Parties, October 27th and November 1st, from 530p-8p at Glaze & Paint! A $10 donation is appreciated for each bowl. Kids under 16 should be accompanied by an adult.

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909 Washington St, Manitowoc
(920) 242-1917
Call for business hours or to arrange a group visit.

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Grow it Forward is putting together after-school backpack meals for food insecure children in our community and are looking for donations of items that we can use for this program. We appreciate the care and love that the community continues to show through our mission. Donations can be dropped off at 1501 Marshall St. Our office is open Monday-Friday from 9am-5pm. Anything helps!
This has become much needed due to the Manitowoc School Superintendent making the decision to eliminate a federally funded school breakfast and lunch program. Please consider ways you can help Grow it Forward fill their backpacks.

Grow it Forward Harmony Café & Juicery opened on 8th Street stop by for breakfast of lunch, pick up lettuce, eggs, bread and fresh juices.
Gluten Free options available
921 S 8th St—Hours M-F 8am—2pm Sat 8am—1pm Closed Sunday

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Lakeshore Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 620 Park Street Manitowoc, Wisconsin 54220

Lake Shore Unitarian Universalist Mission
As a welcoming and accepting, diverse and inquiring spiritual fellowship,
We unite to create a community which stimulates a free exchange and
Exploration of ideas, foster spiritual and intellectual growth, and
serves as a base for active outreach to benefit the world around us.
As Unitarian Universalists, we affirm and promote these principleS
The inherent worth and dignity of every person
Justice, equality and compassion in human relationships
Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations
A free and responsible search for truth and meaning
The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process
The goal of world community with peace, liberty and justice for all
Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part
We affirm and promote journeying toward spiritual wholeness by working to build a diverse multicultural Beloved Community by our actions that accountably dismantle racism and other oppressions in ourselves and our institutions."

Our Shared Values Guide Us
We are brave, curious, and compassionate thinkers and doers. We are diverse in faith, ethnicity, history, and spirituality, but aligned in our desire to make a difference for
the good.
We have radical roots and a history as
self-motivated spiritual people. We think for ourselves and recognize that life experience influences our beliefs more than anything.
We are people of many beliefs and backgrounds — people with religious backgrounds, people with none; people who believe in a God, people who don’t, and people who let the mystery be.

LAKESHORE

Find us online at:
facebook.com/LakeshoreFoodCoop

We light this chalice for a fresh start

Multigenerational worship is designed to engage all ages, from babies to elders, in a shared experience of spiritual growth. Please join us in service, all ages, all welcome. For our youngest activity bags, full of fun and entertaining things to do during service will be provided.
Rocking chairs to sooth, or quiet space to calm, your children are welcome into our beloved community

Did you know LUUF has a Facebook page?
Our Facebook page has been growing, but we need you to help us make a splash on social media. Our Sunday service planning committee works hard to bring us informative, spiritual and interesting presenters and topics that we know others would enjoy. https://www.facebook.com/Lakeshore-Unitarian-Universalist-Fellowship-125802592203/ We need you to us like on Facebook
We need you to Share us with your friends.
Go to https://www.facebook.com/Lakeshore-Unitarian-Universalist-Fellowship-125802592203/

Two Rivers Mishicot Ecumenical Pantry
Celebrating 27 years of service to the Mishicot and Two Rivers area

Don’t forget our food basket in the vestibule of the Fellowship
Ron provided canvas bags for donation of can goods to TREP
You’ll find them in the coat room

Brian Solis

February Service Leader & Service Presenter’s

The ownership meeting will begin at 6 p.m. and will feature Owner Paul Hoffman from Petskull Brewing as guest speaker. You will also have a chance to meet our newest board members and find out what we have been up to.

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