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July 13, 2025: I Put My Faith in Cicadas

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Discerning a call to ministry amid the noisy, chaotic beauty of millions of cicadas, these buzzing, bumbling bugs remind us we’re always transforming, always part of something larger, always capable of emerging anew—together. Led by Madison Colquette.

July 20, 2025: Death, Loss, and Other Disappointments

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When we lose people through death, or experience decline or setbacks in our own lives, it’s hard. It sets us on a path with vulnerability and surprise emotions. And while it can feel so lonely to go through loss, it’s one of the most common human experiences. Today’s sermon draws from Five True Things by Buddhist writer and psychotherapist David Richo. Led by Rev. Dr. Roger Jones.

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Beacon Resolution

At the congregational meeting on June 8, members voted to support a resolution committing UUCB to raising $25,000 toward the Beacon Light the Way Capital Campaign, in addition to the $25,000 that UUCB contributed from the Special Purposes Fund. Members and friends who wish to join this effort can do so by choosing the Beacon Light the Way Campaign in the dropdown box on the UUCB giving page. Thank you in advance for your generosity!

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July 2025 Perspectives

Our monthly newsletter, Perspectives, is a space for our minister, staff, board, and leaders of groups, task forces, and committees to share big picture news and reflections on the work of our church and the community we create together.

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Refugee and Immigrant Support and Education (RISE) Task Force

The Refugee and Immigrant Support Task Force (UU-RISE) provides direct support, financial and nonfinancial, to two sponsored families. UU-RISE also provides opportunities for community members to learn about immigrant experiences and join in local and federal advocacy efforts to support immigrants and refugees.

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Upcoming Events

  • Women's AA Meeting - Library

    Friday, July 11, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    Women Taking the Steps meets every Friday in our Library. It is an in-person, closed discussion group for women. Closed meetings are for A.A. members only; for those who have a drinking problem and “have a desire to stop drinking.” Learn more and find other area Alcoholics Anonymous meetings at area23aa.org/meetings.
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  • UU Game Night - Library

    Friday, July 11, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    A weekly get-together for those interested in board games, card games, RPGs, and conversation!
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  • Taiji/Qigong with Brian Flaherty - Fellowship Hall

    Saturday, July 12, 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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  • Homelessness Task Force Meeting - Library

    Sunday, July 13, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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  • Child Care - Room 108

    Sunday, July 13, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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  • Sunday Worship In Person & Online

    Sunday, July 13, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
    View the live stream on our website: https://www.uubloomington.org/live-stream/
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  • Summer Religious Education (ages 7-12) - Room 208

    Sunday, July 13, 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
    Religious Education for ages 7-13
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  • Spirit Play (for ages 4-6) - Room 105

    Sunday, July 13, 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
    Spirit Play (ages 3-7)

    Spirit Play is a story-based approach to religious education that encourages participants to make meaning for themselves as we wonder together.  

    Please RSVP each week, so we can ensure proper staffing. Masks required. 
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  • IOTF Bake Sale - Fellowship Hall

    Sunday, July 13, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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  • Write Your Lawmakers - Room 106

    Sunday, July 13, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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  • Community Hour (coffee, tea) - Fellowship Hall

    Sunday, July 13, 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
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  • Humanist Forum - Room 208 & Zoom 3

    Sunday, July 13, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    The Humanist Forum and Freethinkers meet on alternate Sundays.

    Learn more at the following URL: https://www.uubloomington.org/connect/groups/humanists-and-freethinkers/

    2025 Summer Humanist Forum Discussion Topics and Presenters:

    • April 20 @ 1pm: "Does Faith Work? Online Skeptics’ Challenges from Apologist" presented by Rich Janda.
    • May 4 @ 1pm: "Constructivism for Unitarian Universalists" presented by John Crosby.
    • May 18 @ 1pm: "Problems with Meritocracy?" presented by Harold Ogren.
    • June1 @ 12pm: "The New Apostolic Reformation" presented by Kevin Craig.
    • June 15 @ 12pm: "Saving Democracy (book by David Popper)" presented by Carolyn Craig.
    • June 29 @ 12pm: "From Greenland to Greenland?" presented by Rich Janda
    • July 13 @ 12pm: "Artificial General Intelligence (AGI)" presented by Harold Ogren.
    • July 27 @ 12pm: "Awareness Turns the Tables: Scammer Hammering Online" presented by Rich Janda.
    • August 10 @ 12pm: "The Seven Mountain Mandate" presented by Kevin Craig.
    • August 24 @ 12pm: "What Does Spirituality Refer To?" presented by Rich Janda
    • Sept 7 @ 12:30pm: Topic Selection 
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  • Shambhala Meditation - Library

    Monday, July 14, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    Every Monday we offer an hour of mindfulness meditation. This Buddhist-based practice begins with brief instruction followed by two sessions of sitting meditation. We break the hour up with a session of stretching and walking meditation. Chairs or cushions are available. You can join in-person in the church Library or online using Zoom.
    If you have any questions you can email Susan at: semiddle@iu.edu
    What is Shambhala Meditation? Learn more at shambhala.org.

    Click here to join online via Zoom
    Meeting ID: 850 7990 8921
    Passcode: 824751


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  • Grief-and-Loss Support Group - Library

    Monday, July 14, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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  • Social Justice Circle Meeting - Room 208

    Monday, July 14, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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