People throughout the ages have explored the nature of being and consciousness as it relates to spiritual life. Each month we will encounter these seekers and dwell in the wisdom they share. We are sure to discover, through these encounters, that the questions of life, death, meaning and being are universal and that we are, indeed, are in fascinating company. We will begin with Epictetus, Greek stoic philosopher of the 1st century BCE, with writings compiled as his Manual For Living. We will then weave through spiritual writings from around the world and throughout the ages: the Bhagavad Gita, Thich Naht Hahn, Starhawk, Lao Tse, Hafiz, Pema Chodron, Thomas Moore, Rumi…come travel with us!
Please contact Rev. Lisa (410-734-7122 or rev@uufhc.net)Hatha yoga is offered in the UUFHC sanctuary on Tuesday evenings. This is a challenging yet relaxing class for beginners and intermediates. Drop-ins are welcome.
Yoga is a physical discipline that increases strength and flexibility, and improves your health. But yoga is also a mental and spiritual discipline. Whatever form of yoga you practice, the goal is "oneness"—bringing your mind, body, emotions, and spirit into alignment, to bring out the joy at the core of your being.
Becca Motil has been teaching yoga since 2000 and is certified in the YogaFit® style.
And don't forget…
Partner Yoga with Becca Motil.
Sunday, February 14, 1:00 - 2:15 PM
Cost: $15/couple
Spend some time on Valentine's Day reconnecting with your partner. Beginners are welcome. You and your partner do not have to be at the same level in your practice of yoga… instead, you will learn to work with each other for maximum benefit. Wear loose clothing and bare feet. Bring two yoga mats (preferred) or beach towels.
Childcare: If you need childcare, please let the office (410-734-7122 or office@uufhc.net) know a week in advance.
Closing policy: If Harford County Schools close due to inclement weather, yoga class will be canceled. No yoga the week between Christmas and New Year's Day.
Contact Becca Motil (410-939-9522 or rmotil@aol.com)This offering presents a great opportunity for parents to share stories, offer support and find nourishment. It is quite a challenge to juggle our lives, both logistically and spiritually. How do we communicate our values to our children and teens as we field cultural messages? Where do we place our priorities? Lively discussions are inevitable. All are welcome. We share a simple meal of pizza and salad to begin, and then children proceed to childcare activities while the adults come together for a two-hour workshop. Advanced notice of attendance is necessary.
November 6: Fielding the Holidays.
The group will determine the topics for February and April at the first meeting.
A message from Eckhart Tolle:
Are you so busy getting to the future that the present is reduced to a means of getting there? There are simple things you can do to bring your attention to the here and now. You can measure your success in this practice by the degree of peace you can feel within.
The book discussion group for The New Earth has had a dynamic beginning, and we are looking forward to continuing this Fall. The sign up for this group is open until September 30, 2009. We will meet the 2nd and 4th Sundays each month. The 2nd Sunday is potluck, so we will begin at 12:00 and end at 1:30. The 4th Sunday we will meet at 11:30-1:00. The first meeting will be October 11 at 12:00.
For more information, please contact Rhoda Huston (410-776-3838).This group will be exploring UU Christian concepts and identity, and will begin by discussing the book The Wisdom Way of Knowing by Cynthia Bourgeault. By way of background, you may want to visit the site www.uuchristian.org or read the article "Who Are the UU Christians?"
For more information, please contact Cindy Neff.As the title suggests, a six-week workshop of exercises, discussions and study to enhance discovery and/or articulation of what it is you most deeply believe. We will loosely use a curriculum devised by the Rev. Richard Gilbert as a framework and shape the course/exercises according to input by the participants. The class is invited to craft a Sunday worship service for December 13th, though participation within the worship service is not a requirement of the class.
Take time out to replenish, center and invigorate your spirit in one or all of our group retreats scheduled throughout the year. The retreat planning group, facilitated by Beth Wood-Roig, schedules themes that follow the soul's journey through the seasons. We will have two day-long retreats and one overnight retreat.
Menla is a Buddhist Monk and teacher at the Vikatadamshtri Buddhist Center in Baltimore, Maryland. Gearing into the winter holidays—the frenetic pace, the pressures of materialism, and the joy and challenge of family gatherings—a day to center on compassion and loving kindness could do us all some good. For more information on the Buddhist Center, you can visit their website: www.MeditationMd.org.
The power of story inspires people into deeper understanding about themselves, life and what they believe. The telling of stories enriches worship services, often surprising people into a different way of seeing. The troupe welcomes artists, actors, dancers, singers, writers, movers and shakers to add expression to given themes throughout the year. Rehearsal and meeting schedules will be determined once the troupe forms. We can work around varied time commitments. Contact Ray Barcia if you are interested at 410-882-9529 or e-mail raymondobarcia@aol.com.
A true gift that you can give your loved ones is to help them know how to honor you when you die. This is also an opportunity for participants to articulate their own sense of life, and the wisdom therein. Each participant is provided with their own booklet, Let the Choice Be Mine, which can be used to articulate one's wishes in regards to the memorial and logistical arrangements.
An Adult Enrichment Brochure, which lists Adult Religious Education offerings for Fall of 2009, is available upon request from the UUFHC office (410-734-7122 or office@uufhc.net).