LAKESHORE

JANUARY 2015

UNITARIAN
UNIVERSALIST

NEWSLETTER

FELLOWSHIP

January 4

January 18

Envisioning LUUFS Future

Changing Approaches to Agriculture

Wilferts

Cathy Edwards
Cathy will lead us in a beginning-of-theyear thoughtful discussion of where we are
and where we want to go in three years.

January 25
Hope House Update

January 11
SERVICES: SUNDAY 10:00 A.M
620 PARK STREET,
MANITOWOC, WI 54220,

PHONE: (920) 686-0643

Email:
luuf.parkstreet@gmail.com
Website: www.lakeshoreuu.org
Blog:
www.luuf.blogspot.com
Facebook: Lakeshore Unitarian
Universalist Fellowship

LUUF LAY MINISTERS

Linda Hunter huntel@comcast.net
Jim Sustman jim_sustman@yahoo.com

LUUF BOARD
President:

Kathy Fishbeck

V. President:

Kath Edwards

Treasurer:

Joel Marquardt

Secretary:

Sandy Bast

Members at Large:
Dick Urban

Human Trafficking and Human Rights

Kristine Rivall
Kristine is a believable spokesperson on
this topic. She will not only inform us, but
she will talk about how we can help in this
serious issue with regard to human rights.
She was the president of the antitrafficking club at UW-Eau Claire, and aided in international research on trafficking
and immigration. She also studied in China for a semester and during that time did
research on trafficking there. In Eau Claire
she mobilized the community and college,
organizing groups to train local law enforcement, hotel/motel owners, and university police to see the signs of trafficking.
She has also worked with Polaris Project
in communication and grass roots organizing, as well as some international organizations that fight sex trafficking such as
IJM.

Sr. Camilla Wolfgram

Dont forget!
Soup Sunday and monthly collection!

December collection for

Domestic Violence Center
$223

Steve Abler

Dont forget our food basket

located in the coat room!

Jim Everett

Choir Practice
1st
WED

N E S D A Y

E A C H

&

R D

Our choir is always open to folks who like to

sing. If you can, and will be a part of a few
good folk, we need you for our choir

M O N T H

Save a tree, save paper, save money Sign up to receive your LUUF newsletter electronically
Email Kim Everett at kimeverett60@gmail.com

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The following items were discussed

at the January LUUF board meeting:

The Childrens Enrichment

Program Claudia Dunn has
been hired to be a babysitter for
the younger set, ages 0 to 3 to 4
yrs. of age. Claudia is currently a
sophomore at Roncalli High
School. Claudia will babysit, assist Jill when needed and help
provide the Two Person Safety
Coverage for those working or
caring for children in our lower
level during the service. The
Board would like to extend a
heartfelt thank you to Evie
Sustman for her contributions to
the Childrens program over the
years.

FEBUARY 2014

The Envisioning Our UU Fellowships Future Process Cathy

Edwards reviewed the exercise
that the Fellowship engaged in at
the January 4th Sunday Service.
Cathy will be sending out via
email, (as well at included in the
newsletter) a review of that exercise and a questionnaire for the
second phase of the process.
Hard copies will be available.
Our Commitment to the UUA
We discussed the possibility of
increasing our commitment to
the UUA. The board will continue
this discussion at future meetings
and then present a proposal to
the Fellowship at the Annual
Meeting on May 17, 2015

LUUF Choir

Christmas Music

Christmas Play

Finances We discussed increasing our payment on our current

Service Leaders

The next Board Meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 4th, 2015, at 7:30pm. As always, if you have any issues you
would like addressed or would like to attend a meeting, please let a member of the board know. All are welcome to attend board
meetings. In the spirit of transparency Minutes of past board meetings are filed in the library.

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 youre in need of a good listener, connection, support and/or resources inside, or outside our Fellowship, in times of illness, or another of lifes challenges, or to officiate at dedications, weddings,
or funerals, please dont hesitate to contact any of the following LUUF Lay Ministers:
Linda Hunter huntel@comcast.net or Jim Sustman jim_sustman@yahoo.com

Strategic Planning Survey:

What Are Your Hopes for Our Fellowship in the Future?
In our last Strategic Plan, we envisioned a building of our own, then worked to make it a reality. Our board has decided
its time to refresh our strategic plan, and identify and agree upon new goals. Cathy Edwards will facilitate the process.
Accompanying this newsletter is a 2-page survey that invites your ideas and input. The survey is a key opportunity
to express your thoughts and feelings about the Fellowship. Your input is crucial to planning for our future.
Members, Friends and Visitors of the Fellowship are invited to respond to the survey. Please complete the survey and
return it to the survey box in the coat room, or mail it to the Fellowship. We hope to receive all responses by Sunday,
February 15th.
This strategic planning process was launched during our program on Sunday, Jan 4. 32 members and friends participated; they reflected on and answered a couple of questions. Here are the uplifting answers they shared to one of the questions:

Im part of this Fellowship because

Themes*

Statements

Special Social
Connections

Creates opportunities to be with others

Place for us/me/others
Friendships with substance
Genuineness about people here
Inclusiveness / Welcoming
Honesty / Support
Creative / unusual people here
Opportunity to be with people who are intelligent and kind
Able to develop relationship on ideas that go beyond everyday life
Diversity of our characters, and willingness to share ourselves

Belonging

Sustains me
Feel appreciated
Feel part of something
Feel unconditionally loved

Shared Values

Commonality in belief systems / 7 Principles

Openness
Refuge from bigotry and ignorance
Curiosity
Life is about more than our own circumstances

Act On Our Values

People here make a difference locally and statewide

Act toward positive change
Express creative energy, together
Talents are used here, whatever the talent
Recognizing and sharing our gifts

Opportunity to Grow

Intellectual stimulation
We share all kinds of wisdom and intellectual insights
Opportunity for each of us to continue to grow
Learn about life
Amorphous spirituality lack of fixed definition encourages seekers to
explore on their own, become more engaged on the path

*Themes were identified after the event (upon analysis of the responses)

Lakeshore Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (LUUF)

SURVEY to Help Plan for the Future
Winter 2015
Purpose:

The Lakeshore Unitarian Universalist Fellowship is refreshing our strate

gic plan. This will help us to envision an engaging and fulfilling future,
and to prioritize the appropriate steps to make it a reality. This survey is a
key opportunity to express your thoughts and feelings about the Fellow
ship. Your input is crucial to planning for our future.

Participants:

Members, Friends and Visitors of the Fellowship

Instructions:

Please complete the survey, and return it to the survey box in the coat
room, or mail it to: LUUF Survey 620 Park Street Manitowoc WI 54220
Deadline: Please submit your survey responses by Sunday, February 15, .

1)

What current strengths does our Fellowship possess that you would like to
either see maintained or developed in the immediate future?

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What are the main things you would like the Fellowship to accomplish or
get involved in within the next 3-5 years?

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Survey, Page 2

Lakeshore Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (LUUF)

SURVEY to Help Plan for the Future
Winter 2015
3)

What current Fellowship problems, or issues concern you?

What problems or issues are likely be pressing in five years?

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4)

What are your personal feelings about fellowship growth?

Favorable, to allow more people to benefit from Unitarian Universalism
in general, and this Fellowship in particular.
Neutral
Unfavorable, because I prefer the current size of the congregation

Comments (optional)
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5)

Are there any special issues that you would like our strategic planning
committee to consider and on which you would like to express your
views?

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Visitor

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LUUF NEWSLETTER

FEBUARY 2014

Green Living On Behalf of the Earth

GLOBE

Looking for an environmentally friendly general purpose product for around the house? GLOBE is providing some
excellent suggestions below. Sources indicate that theres no need to waste your expensive Greek or Spanish Extra Virgin for these tasks, just grab a bottle of inexpensive, domestic olive oil and try these tips.
For a close shaveOlive oil can provide a safe and natural lubricant. Once finished, rub in a little extra after
washing.
Wood Furniture PolishWipe with a teaspoon of olive oil and a soft rag. Mix in a bit of vinegar or citrus juice to
bulk up the cleaning power and add a fresh scent.
Fingernails Use a bit of olive oil to moisturize cuticles, or mix oil and water and soak your hands before a manicure.
Create a non-stick surface for kitchen toolsRub or spray olive oil on your measuring tools for easy clean-up of
sticky substances like honey, grain mustards, and sugary syrups.
Control hair frizzComb a bit of olive oil through dry hair to tame the frizz and flyaways on humid days or in the
winter.
Free a stuck zipperUse a cotton swab to apply olive oil to the teeth of a zipper and gently ease the tab down.
Care for your kittyAdd a teaspoon of olive oil to your cats food to help prevent hairballs and provide a shiny
coat.
DIY Lip balmMix olive oil and melted beeswax in a 1:1 ratio with an essential oil for fragrance, and say goodbye
to dry and chapped lips.
Shine stainless steel and brassRub with a bit of olive oil on a clean rag to prevent streaks, corrosion, and tarnish.
As you batheAdd a few tablespoons of olive oil to your running bath water. Youll be amazed when you towel off.
Remove makeupDab a bit under your eyes, on your cheeks and forehead, then wipe with a damp cloth.
Remove paint from your skinRub olive oil onto messy hands, arms, or faces. Allow the oil to soak into the skin
for five minutes, then rinse with soap and water.
Stop a throat tickleTake a sip of olive oil to stop the itchy flicker that is making you cough.
Lubricate hingesUse a rag or cotton swab to apply olive oil to the top of a problematic hinge in your home or
automobile.
Condition leatherRub olive oil into worn leather, such as a baseball glove, and let set for 30 minutes, then wipe
away any excess. (spot test first). For shiny shoes, rub them with just a spray of oil to maintain their shine.

LUUF NEWSLETTER

FEBUARY 2014

CHILDRENS ENRICHMENT PROGRAM

(Replaces Childrens Religious Education)

The Childrens Sunday Enrichment Program will begin on Sunday, Jan. 18th and
run through May 17, 2015 and will be facilitated by our own, Jill Finnel.
The program will be open to all children ages 4/5 thru 10.
This is a modified religious education program that will provide stories and
activities for all ages based on our UU Principles.
The religious education committee is hoping that this low key programming
will be enjoyed by the children when they are able to attend.
The Service Planning Committee and members of the Board, would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Evie Sustman for her service and contributions to
the LUUF children Religious Education programs over the years.

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FEBUARY 2014

The day-to-day life of our fellowship is the glue that holds our spiritual community together. Unitarian Universalism approaches the more "secular" aspects of fellowship life with the same religious intent as it's worship. Our religious education classes, adult activities groups, community volunteerism and building facilities committees are essential aspects
of our spiritual work. We believe it is our deeds, not our creeds, which are most important.
Every day we have people helping the Fellowship in ways that
allow our community to thrive. Whether you are a board member,
on a committee, you make coffee, do dishes, vacuum, shovel
snow, rack leaves, plan a garden, help coordinate a service or you
do one of the other countless tasks, the time and talents you share
is incredibly important for our Fellowship community. Please know
you are immensely appreciated.

FACILITIES
COMMITTEE

THANK YOU TO ALL WHO VOLUNTEERED

OVER THE
SEPTEMBER, KEEPING LUUF IN TIP TOP SHAPE!
Sunday Evening Meditation
6pm

Ron Kossik (Chair)

Tom Clark
Kathy Fishback
Jim Rabata
Dick Urban

LETS DO LUNCHEDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY

Saturday, January 17, we'll explore
Hidden Mishicot and enjoy lunch at a great Main
Street Bistro there.

Thursday Morning ZenSitting

Meet at 10:00 at the Historical Museum for Jim

Sustman's fascinating narrative about Mishicot's
unique facts and people.

9am

We'll browse the new Menonite furniture store, and

if time provides, the new Mennonite Grocery Store
on Highway 42.
The Mishicot Historical
Museum is at:
411 Buchanan

The goal of meditation is to bring inner

peace within oneself and the world in a
positive and spiritual way.

For carpooling from

Manitowoc, we'll meet at
9:30 at the fellowship.

calming start to your week

ADULT ACTIVITIES
COMMITTEE

Come play with us!

January 14th
LUUF Kitchen

Jean Biegun, (Chair)

Game Night on Wednesday, December 10th,

6:30. Join us for fun, food and friendly competition.
Assorted board games are available, or bring your
favorite game, teach others, or learn a new game.
GREAT Snacks provided.

Beth Barfield
Cathy Edwards

Judy Rollin
Jennifer Hollahan
Jim Hollahan

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FEBUARY 2014

LETS GET CREATIVE ROAD TRIP

To Kim Geisers Art Studio Persimmons in Cleveland
Saturday, February 7, 10:00 ~ 12:00

"Loving Your Life Collage" Learn basic collage skills to create a fun piece of art
that represents your life. Kim Geiser is an illustrator, jewelry maker, and
all-around happy craft gal living in Cleveland WI
Cost for each person will be $10.00

See more of her art and musings at http://www.kimgeiserstudios.com/

Participants will get an opportunity to browse Kims studio and even purchase some unique Valentine gifts.

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FEBUARY 2014

Were seeking a couple more HOSTS for the Fellowship's CIRCLE SUPPERS in February, March, or Early
April! Wed like to hold three, on different Saturday
evenings. These suppers are simple and fun - a potluck
at a host's home, or a gathering at a restaurant - and they
are a great way to get to know Fellowship friends. For
the potluck dinners, participants coordinate with their
host what to bring. For the restaurant dinner, participants pay for their own meals. A Circle Supper has a
maximum group size (not more than 8) to contribute to
good conversation over a shared meal.
Please let Cathy Edwards know if you want to be a host.
Contact Cathy after service on Sunday, or email her at:
4cathyedwards@gmail.com

The Adult Activities Committee announces a new discussion group: TED Talks! TED is a nonprofit devoted to
spreading new ideas in the form of short (no more than 18
minutes), powerful and inspirational talks on topics ranging from science to global issues to spirituality.
Participants will meet at the Fellowship to view and discuss two selected Talks from TED.com per meeting. All
TED.com Talks are curated by the TED organization, and
present new ideas and insights. This is an OPEN group; all
are welcome to attend any or all meetings. The discussions will be moderated by Jim and Jennifer Hollahan. Please join us!
Meeting Times
We will meet on the first and third Tuesday beginning January 20th through April 7th. We will meet from 6:30 to
8:00 pm at the Fellowship on:
Jan 20
March 3

Feb 3
March 17

Feb 17
April 7

When we have hosts and dates, sign-up sheets for each

Circle Supper will be posted in the vestibule of the Fellowship at will be included in future newsletters.

How are Talks or topics selected? The Adult Activities

Committee selected the following criteria: Per meeting;
one Talk will feature a topic on current events and the second Talk will present stories or topics for personal or spiritual inspiration.

Friendly Fellowship around Good Food!

Host a Circle Supper!

All Talks for this series will be selected from TED.coms

most popular playlists. At the end of each meeting we will
announce the next meetings TED Talks! and they will
be in the Fellowship announcements the week prior to the
next meeting.
For the first meeting on January 20, TED Talks we will
watch and discuss:

Feel free to talk to others who have hosted a circle supper, to find out how easy
and fun they are!

"When people of Muslim heritage challenge fundamentalism by Karina Bennoune (1.2 million views on
TED.com)
How to live passionately no matter your age by Isabel Allende (1.1 million views on TED.com)
Jim Hollahan
jim.hollahan@gmail.com

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Mobile 301-502-7722

Thursday, Jan 22, 2015

at Manitowoc Senior Center at 2 p.m.
and Manitowoc City Hall at 7p.m.
Presented by George Penn, Team Leader for MTA Out Reach
George Penn is a retired Nuclear Engineer and Energy Consultant. He retired immediately upon finding
the Move To Amend movement to reclaim our democracy.

Discover:

The history of the big money takeover of our democratic system.

What roles do Citizen United and subsequent Supreme Court rulings play?
Why do we need to have a U.S. constitution amendment to reclaim democracy?
What is the Price We Pay for accepting a Pay to Play political system?
How can you play a role in building the Democracy Reform movement we need?

Sadly, our politicians are trapped by the system: if their campaigns dont accept the huge amounts of money, they cant get elected; if they do accept the money
and get elected, they must promote legislation of their wealthy donors or they will not
be supported for re-election.
This is a non-partisan issue: every single
citizen, no matter what party they support, is equally affected by the issue of
money in politics and the need to reclaim

For more information: WIMTA.org (Wisconsin Move To Amend)

Manitowoc League of Women Voters is sponsoring this informational presentation
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LHS International Baccalaureate Students invite you to attend the screening of

A Place at the Table: One nation. Underfed.

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Join Suzanne Zipperer

Tai Chi Ch'uan is a traditional Chinese exercise and martial art that is often described as moving meditation. The Tai Chi form consists of a series of movements that are done slowly with
attention to the alignment of the body. Chi means energy and doing the form enhances the
natural circulation of the body.
Tai Chi is a gentle exercise, which is suitable for people in a wide variety of physical conditions and does not require special clothing or equipment. Like yoga, regular practitioners will
experience better flexibility, increased strength, and improved general health. Tai Chi also
helps calm the busy mind as one of its five basic principles is relax. As you learn to relax during physical movement, you apply the practice to your life and avoid the impulse to tense
your body when everyday stressors influence your mental state. Beginners are welcome and
you do not need to be especially coordinated to learn the form.

Introduction to Taic Chi

Saturday, January 10th., 10:00 AM - 11:15 PM
$11.00
Sign up online @ www.balanceonbuffalo.com or call 920-684-8880

Weekly Class Series $50

Wednesday 1/21/152/25/15, 7:00-8:00 PM (AND/OR)
Fridays 1/23/152/27/15, 11:00 AM12:00 PM
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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

PEACE TO ALL

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