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Contemplations * Rev. Dennis Hamilton * [email protected]

Emptiness

June’s theme is Emptiness. I am writing this from Camp Coho at the Kerrville Folk Festival.

It is a place to wind down and empty out. Our camp is one of dozens dotted throughout

Quiet Valley. Coho sits in the far corner of the campground next to a vast field filled with

wild flowers and birds. Limestone hills embrace Quiet Valley. The mornings are quiet after the late night

song circles die out and there is time, time out of ordinary time, vacation time.

Schedules are forgotten. My smart phone beeps and tells me I am missing a meeting. A lark sparrow

murmurs something about thistles and I am reminded that the meeting is here and now. I empty my mind

of schedules.

Someone takes out a guitar or mandolin and the morning begins to sing. Food is shared. Conversations

come and go. Songwriters from all over the country come and go. Late at night they come and share their

songs in a circle. The circle is filled and emptied.

All over Quiet Valley people walk. They walk to the latrines. They walk to the stage events, the music. They

visit each other’s camps. The speed limit for vehicles is five miles per hour. They never seem to go that fast.

It is the realm of slow time.

Over by the Main Stage there is a big meadow where the children play. They run around in face paint with

glow sticks and hula hoops. When it rains they tramp in the mud puddles squeeling to each other. Gangs of

children entertain each other. Young adults wear skimpy clothing and show their tattoos. It is like a refugee

camp for folk singers and poets. Or maybe a rehab camp for corporate serfs.

Will you have a place to empty out your busy life this summer? A place like the Grand Canyon or the deep

Pacific where all you are, all your busyness, your schedules, your worries are but a tiny pebble, a drop in the

ocean? Or maybe an empty field will do it for you as it does for me. Will there be time out of time for you?

Our lives lived in buildings and cars are scaled to human size. We need to visit mountains, look up at the

night sky, and be dwarfed. We need to feel small and insignificant from time to time. A natural theology like

the kind we inherited from the Transcendentalists finds all the awe and splendor, all the glory and promise

right here in the natural world. But we need to step away from our artificial world of schedules and

deadlines and just be here now where we really are. That’s why I come to Kerrville Folk Festival each year.

Please take some time this summer to empty out your schedule. Take a break. Be still. Be still. Come back

rejuvenated. Come back empty and ready to be filled again.

Faithfully, even while on vacation,

Dennis

mailto:[email protected]



Themes for 2013-2014

► September RETURNING

As we return from our summer wanderings to the normal church rhythm, we are invited to think

about what we return to: home, companions, church, school…And are there practices that you have

neglected? Are there things you will abandon?

► October HAUNTING

What haunts your life? The dead? Memories? Old experiences? Old beliefs? Resentments? We

look for ways to befriend our ghosts.

► November REAPING

What have you sewn? What have we all sewn, and what will we reap? Have we sewn good

seeds/deeds? Have we nurtured them? Karma.

Photo credit: Janice Fetter-Salmon



► December PRESERVING

What is worth preserving? In your life, this church, our nation, the environment? What gifts has this

year given you? What will you cherish? What lessons have you learned?

► January PREPARING

Change comes whether we want it to or not. What will you do with your one wild and crazy life?

What will you change? What needs to lie fallow?

► February STAYING

Often it is easier to change the subject, eat something, watch a show. Staying with the feeling can be

difficult. Two dogs meditating. One says, “The hard part is learning to stay.”

► March PLANTING

What will you invest in this spring? Beans? Soy? Your family? Your soul? What will we be planting

in society? Justice? Health? Sanity?

► April FOOLING

Yes, it matters what we do, but if we take it too seriously, we will spoil the fun. We celebrate the

absurdity of life this month.

► May LEAVING

Everyone leaves eventually. How do we say goodbye? What remains?

► June THRIVING

After the reception is over and the relatives go home, we pick up our lives and go on. Remember the

joy, the hope, and the mission. Thrive.



Come “Explore Horizon” with Us! For those who are visiting and want to know more about Unitarian Universalism and Horizon, or for members who want to learn more about how Horizon works, a series of classes may answer your questions. On Saturday, June 15th, “How Do U Fit into UU?” will be presented by members of the Membership Committee and other Horizon leaders. It starts at 10:30 AM and runs until 2:30 PM. Hear about the history of Horizon, how our members participate in the life of the church and what activities and offerings we have. We’ll also cover the expectations of membership. A light lunch will be served during class, which will be held in the church library. On Saturday, June 29th, Reverend Dennis Hamilton will lead “New to UU” from 9:00 AM to Noon. Learn about the history and structure and uniqueness of Unitarian Universalism. Hear about our Seven Principles that we strive to understand and integrate into our lives. And get to know our Senior Minister and our Director of Lay Ministry, Marianna Seaton.

On Sunday, June 30th, Reverend Hamilton will conduct a New Member Sunday where anyone wanting to join Horizon may do so at that time. Contact him at [email protected] if you would like to join. _________________________________ You can enroll in the Exploring Horizon classes by sending an email to [email protected]. Or, look for a sign-up sheet at the Welcome Center in the church lobby. Please also feel free to send questions to the email address above—we sincerely hope you will join us! _________________________________



LAST CALL FOR A SPECIAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

Thank you to those of you volunteering to help out with my Eagle Scout project this Saturday, June 1st,

from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. in the Horizon meditation garden. We could still use a few more volunteers if

you want to help us plant trees!

All volunteers need to arrive at Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church by

9:00 AM, Saturday.

I will introduce Ann Pettit, my project liaison at Horizon (Grounds Chair at

Horizon), and the Scout project lieutenants. We will then check with all

volunteers about tools and I will give a safety briefing. At around 9:30, I

will show everyone the tree planting video to help give everyone a basic

idea of how to plant the trees. Afterwards, volunteers will be given step-

by-step written directions to plant the trees. Me, Ann, and the

lieutenants will supervise as well as help plant. Please do not rush when

planting your trees, we've allowed for plenty of time. After I have

explained all the tasks for the day, I will ask anyone with a question to

speak up.

We plan to start planting around 10:00 AM. At 11:00, water will be offered to everyone, and at 12:00 we will

have a lunch break, and we will provide lunch. If you have any food allergies please let me know. The whole

planting process is estimated to be over by 2:00 PM. When we finish cleaning up supplies and materials, the

project should be finished by around 3:00 PM.

Here is what you need to bring and wear:

Shovels, gloves, rakes, buckets, and a pickaxe if you own one (please let me know if you do), wear old

clothes, hats, and shoes you can get dirty. Please come with sunscreen already applied.

We hope that you can stay for the whole project. The more people we have, the quicker the work will go.

We will take you from 9:00 AM to Noon or Noon to 3:00 PM if you cannot stay the whole time. Text me at

214-435-0515 if you have any questions. Thank you again for helping.

Sincerely,

T.J. Treece

P.S. I have raised $5,000 out of the $6,000 needed and still hope to raise the last $1,000 if you have not yet

made a contribution and would like to. Checks should be made out to Horizon.



Notes from Religious Education for Children and Youth

Attention Class of 2013 and parents/guardians: Horizon would like to honor its high school graduates in a short ceremony during the service on Sunday, June 23rd. The Bridging Ceremony is a wonderful rite of passage for UUs finishing high school which celebrates the transition from adolescence to young adulthood. Please plan to attend the service on June 23rd so we can recognize this important time in your life.

Items needed for Children’s Summer RE The following craft items are needed for art projects this summer. Please bring to church and place in the collection boxes in the lobby. Thanks so much for your donations. -16 oz or larger clear plastic bottles with caps -Cardboard tubes from paper towel rolls or wrapping paper -Scraps of fabric

Volunteers needed to staff Summer RE classes for children beginning June 9th

Volunteers will be needed throughout the summer to lead the children’s summer RE classes. Each session involves a story and a fun craft project. Please look for the signup sheet in the Taste of Horizon Area. Thank you to those who have already signed up. We are especially in need of people to teach in June. Classes begin in just two weeks!

Upcoming dates in Religious Education for Children and Youth This Sunday, June 2nd: Coming of Age service/ last day of regular RE June 9th: Summer RE begins for students in PreK through rising 6th grade (rising 7-8 graders may assist) June 11-16th: Coming of Age trip to Boston June 23rd: Bridging Ceremony during service with reception to follow in fellowship hall (Note date change) June 30th: Summer RE for rising 9th-12th graders begins. Graduating seniors who attended YRUU in 2012-13 may also attend. July 7: No RE for children or youth



Introduction to Reproductive Justice in Texas Maia Cudhea, adjunct professor Women's Studies, UNT, will be the speaker and discussion leader. The term Reproductive Justice represents a broader analysis of racial, economic, cultural and structural constraints on women's power. There right to have children, to not have children, and to parent children in safe and healthy environments is a human right. There are three main broad frameworks of reproductive justice:

reproductive health which deals with service delivery

reproductive rights, which addresses legal issues, and

reproductive justice, which focuses on movement building.

Time will be allowed for discussion. Join us June 9 following the service, bring your potluck lunch in the sanctuary. Questions, comments? Contact: [email protected] ________________________________________________________________________________________



FUTURE SUNDAYS

A wise man once wrote:

“Small miracles occur at church every Sunday, and do not depend on the sermon.”

Horizon encourages you to attend weekly worship here within your community,

on Sundays at 10:30AM.

June 2, 2013.

“Welcome to Our House” – Coming of Age Service

Please join us June 2nd as the amazing Coming of Age Youth class of 2012-13 declares their credos to the congregation. The theme this year is 'Welcome to Our house" and the youth will discuss their own spiritual house as their year of discovery has resonated in their lives. As always, prepare to be amazed as these youth tackle life's big questions.



After Church Lunch Locations

June 2013

Visitors and members welcome! Directions available at the Welcome Center. When we go to a restaurant, we meet there approximately 20

minutes after the service ends. First ones there please get a table for 10+ under the name “Horizon”.

June 2nd : Quaker Steak & Lube: 4109 Hwy 21 (at Hebron), Carrollton, TX 75010. Casual motor-sports themed restaurant. Extensive Sunday brunch buffet is $14.99. Less expensive items can be ordered from menu. $-$$

June 9th: All Church Potluck: Everyone welcome! Horizon’s potlucks provide an opportunity to get to know others and be with our church community. We appreciate your bringing a bit more than needed for our families, allowing us to offer this hospitality to all members, visitors, and

friends.

June 16th: Catfish House: 3108 Old Denton Rd, (at Frankford Rd.), Carrollton, TX 75006. Great seafood, service, and prices. Known for interesting condiments. $

June 23rd : Il Castello Italian Restaurant: 1616 W. Hebron Pkwy, Carrollton, TX 75010. Excellent Food. Friendly staff. Exceedingly close

to Horizon! $$

June 30th: Logan’s Roadhouse: 2513 S. Stemmons Fwy, Lewisville, TX 75067. Steaks, chicken breasts, grilled salmon and catch-of-the-day,

salads, yeast rolls, bottomless buckets of in-shell peanuts. $ - $$



What’s Going On At Horizon?

Sunday June 2

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM UU Christian Fellowship / Study - E3 – Library 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Young Adult Couples Chalice Circle P2 Couch Room 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM CAYRE - Child Care - S1 - Nursery 10:15 AM - 12:30 PM Library Ministry - Open for Browsing - E3 - Library 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Main Worship, COA Service - SH - Sanc. 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM SIGN-UP TABLE FOR WALK BENEFITING GENESIS WOMEN'S SHELTER 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Bridging Ceremony Reception - FH - Fellowship Hall 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM After Church Lunch Bunch -- All Are Welcome! - Offsite

Monday June 3

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Wings Chalice Circle - E3 - Library, KI - Kitch, S1 - Nursery 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Yoga - P1 - Lg 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM SMART Recovery - FH - Fellowship Hall 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Membership Committee - E3 - Library 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Pastoral Caregivers Meeting - MO - Minister's Office

Tuesday June 4

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Buddhist Sangha - P1 - Lg, P2 - Couch 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Tuesday Wisdom Circle - E3 – Library

Wednesday June 5

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Library Ministry - E3 - Library 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Trailblazers Education and Support Group - FH - Fellowship Hall 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Action Coalition for the Environment Meeting (EJTF hosting) - P2 - Couch 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM WFIG (Women's Friendship in Growth) Ch

Thursday June 6

5:45 PM - 7:00 PM Restorative Yoga - P1 - Lg 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM Worship Arts Committee Meeting - MO - Minister's Office 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Wellspring 2012/2013 - P2 – Couch

Friday June 7

Annual Board of Trustees Retreat - Offsite

Saturday June 8

GENESIS WOMEN'S SHELTER FUN RUN - Offsite 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Men's Support Group - E3 - Library 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM Rental - Isha Institute - FH - Fellowship Hall 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Volunteer at Metrocrest Social Services Food Pantry - Offsite 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Earth-Centered Spirituality Chalice Circle - P2 - Couch 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM Senior Women's Chalice Circle - E3 – Library



NEXT WEEK

Sunday June 9

Annual Board of Trustees Retreat - Offsite 8:30 AM - 10:15 AM Sunday Morning Journey Group - P2 - Couch 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM Adult Religious Explorations - E3 - Library 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM CAYRE - Child Care - S1 - Nursery 10:15 AM - 12:30 PM Library Ministry - Open for Browsing - E3 - Library 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Main Worship - SH - Sanc. 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM 2nd Sunday Potluck EVERYONE WELCOME!!

Monday June 10 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Yoga - P1 - Lg 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM SMART Recovery - FH - Fellowship Hall 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Neighborhood Calling Circle - S2 - Class 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM Board of Trustees - E3 - Library, KI – Kitch

Tuesday June 11 COA Trip to Boston - Offsite 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Potluck (Seniors) Group - E3 - Library, KI - Kitch 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Buddhist Sangha - P1 - Lg, P2 - Couch 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Tuesday Wisdom Circle - E3 – Library

Wednesday June 12 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Library Ministry - E3 – Library

Thursday June 13 5:45 PM - 7:00 PM Restorative Yoga - P1 - Lg 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM Worship Arts Committee Meeting - MO - Minister's Office

Friday June 14 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Women's Bunco - FH - Fellowship Hall

Saturday June 15 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Men's Support Group - E3 - Library 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM How Do U Fit Class - E3 - Library 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Horizon Dinners - Offsite 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM UDV - Church Rental - E3 - Library



Special Groups

If you are considering attending one of these groups for the first time, it is a good idea to contact them via email for more information and to get an orientation of what to expect in your first visit!

Thanks!

NEW BEGINNINGS A Chalice Circle Exploring the Seven Principles of Unitarian Universalism For newcomers and longer-term attendees who are making any kind of new start in their lives WHEN: Sundays 12:15 – 1:45 pm * DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED

WHERE: Portable – couch room * You’re invited to bring a sack lunch. *Join us any Sunday. Facilitated by Marianna Seaton, Director of Lay Ministry. For more information e-mail [email protected]. .

CURIOUS ABOUT SCHEDULE? You can check the calendar at http://calendar.horizonuu.org/

Horizon Book Group: 4th Tuesdays 12p. ([email protected] )

The Horizon Book Group meets at 12 Noon on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the church Library. Every June and November the group decides on the books for the following six months. Bring a brown bag lunch and join in this fun group that is open to women and men. You’ll be able to share in an invigorating conversation on the session’s book. Current selections are found in the Library information niche in the lobby/narthex. For more info, you may contact [email protected] .

Buddhist Sangha: Tuesdays 7 PM -9:00 PM. ([email protected] )

Buddhist Sangha ("Sangha" is equivalent to a covenant group) is a weekly gathering that studies the Dharma (the teachings of Buddhism.) This is an ongoing exploration of the Four Noble Truths and the Eight Fold Path, the essential teachings of Buddhism. It is participatory and although consistency is encouraged, sessions can be attended on a drop in basis. We welcome anyone interested in a meditation practice. If you wish to come for an orientation, please arrive by 6:30. If you wish to view materials, e-mail Dennis Hamilton at [email protected] or call 972-529-8187. You may also contact [email protected] .

The UU Christian Chalice Circle ([email protected] ) The UU Christian Chalice Circle provides a forum for enriching our spiritual lives through personal discovery of the heart, meaning, and tradition of Christianity. We gather monthly on the 1st Sunday at 9AM in the library for discussion, fellowship, and exploration. All those seeking to connect (or re-connect) to the beauty and wisdom of Christianity are welcome to attend. Email [email protected]

The CineMat Group ([email protected] ) The CineMat group will be meeting on the 4th Saturday every month. And it’s now a Chalice Circle!.

This Chalice Circle gets together to see a movie and then goes to a coffee shop or restaurant to discuss and comment on it in a friendly circle over a cup of coffee or drink. People should call Meg Reed or

Marga Gordon for more info, or email [email protected].

Craft & Chat Chalice Circle ([email protected] )



The Craft and Chat Chalice Circle is an opportunity to share your favorite crafting skills or learn a new one from somebody else, in a warm circle of fellowship! Contact Marga Gordon or Dale Gaskill at [email protected] . The C & C Chalice Circle meets 2nd and 4th Sundays from 1:30p

Earth Centered Spirituality Chalice Circle ([email protected] ) The Earth-Centered Spirituality Chalice Circle is a social/support group for people who are interested in, or already know they are following, an Earth-centered spiritual path. They meet on the 2nd Saturday of each month, at 2:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall at Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church. We love visitors, so please, come check us out! They also co-host the monthly Free Movie Night on the last Friday of each month. For questions or more information, e-mail [email protected].

GAMERS: 3rd

FRIDAY FUN AT HORIZON! ([email protected] ) Come join us for adult level games on the 3rd Friday of every month. We meet in the Fellowship Hall at 7:00 p.m. Bring a snack or drink to share.!

Healthy Women Chalice Circle ([email protected] ) A woman’s support group to help achieve their goals of health and fitness. Sharing of ideas and experiences in nutrition, weight loss, exercise and stress management.

Men’s Saturday Support Group ([email protected] ) A men’s support group that includes a check-in and informal discussion of men’s issues regarding family, health, workplace, and relationships. Starts at 8AM

The 2

nd Tuesday Potluck Chalice Circle ([email protected] )

This group meets for food, fellowship, and deepening friendships. They meet in the library 2nd Tuesday of most months at 12 noon. Occasionally we take a field trip instead of having a potluck lunch.

Tuesday Wisdom Circle ([email protected] ) A chalice circle that offers a check-in and discussion of a weekly life issue topic selected by a group member.

Parents – Forget Red Bull, WE’LL give you Wings! (every other Mon, 9a) ([email protected] )

WINGS Chalice Circle is a fun and friendly group whose purpose is to support the person within each parent by creating friendships and nurturing our intellect and creativity. Each meeting begins with a check-in, and while we listen to each other's stories, we eat breakfast. Then we move on to our topic or event. Popular past topics include Parenting UU Style, Book Swaps and Movie Days.. Child care is provided. For more information, email [email protected] or call Sandy Morris at 214-952-2243.

Women Alive 55+ ([email protected] ) - Women Alive 55+ has very recently been renamed “Senior Women’s Chalice Circle”. The group meets on the second and fourth Saturday of each month in the Horizon Library.

WFIG WELCOMES WOMEN! ([email protected]) The WFIG (Women's Friendship in Growth) Chalice Circle is a covenant group dedicated to deepening friendships among and providing support for women of all ages. We meet on the first & third Wed. of each month at 7:30 p.m. Whether you are a new visitor to our group, a returning member, or someone who has been thinking about joining us for some time, we would love to have you. Just email us or call Nancy Foreman at 972-965-0940 or Sarah Roye at 214-228-3397.



Adult Religious Explorations contact [email protected] * Sundays 9 - 10 am Horizon Library

June 2, 2013

Forum. Christian Chalice Circle: Facilitated by Peggy Gill

June 9, 2013

A Universalist Epiphany facilitated by Jim Sturdivant. Carlton Pearson had it all, pastor of a 6,000-member Pentecostal church, opulent home, fat bank account and happy family. Then, with his kids, he watched a newscast about Somali children starving to death and realized that, being Muslim. all those children would all go to hell. That's when he had an epiphany that sent him to hell -- and back. Come hear his amazing story and the role of Unitarian Universalism played in his salvation

June 16, 2013

Forum. Facilitated by John Myers. Using the Chalice Circle model for interactive learning, John will lead a discussion of Horizon's theme subject of the month. For June the subject is: EMPTINESS: the practice of letting go…

June 23, 2013

Facilitated by Kay Darwin. Her topic will be "Decisions Revisited, 68 years later". The United States is the only nation to have used atomic weapons against an enemy. Should we have dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki?

June 30, 2013

Forum. Facilitated by Daniel Polk, Executive of NTAUUC. His topic will be “Breaking through the Barriers to Growth". We want to grow, but not just for growth's sake. We will look at common obstacles, and what in particular might be holding Horizon back.

Buddhist Sanga Tuesday evenings - weekly 7:00-9:00 pm Portable, Rm 8

Buddhist Sangha. Facilitated by Senior Minister, the Rev. Dennis Hamilton. This is an ongoing exploration of the Four Noble Truths and the Eight Fold Path, the essential teaching of Buddhism. Rev. Hamilton’s email contact: [email protected] , in case of changes.

And… Always check the weekly newsletter for short profiles on classes and late-breaking announcements. If you email [email protected] you will get a quick response from one of the committee chairs – Kay Darwin, Kent Darwin, or Charles Frugé.



Genesis Fun Run * Sign up this Sunday! *

Specific information to Horizon:

Run/Walk Date: June 8, 2013 There will be an information and sign-up table in the Horizon Fellowship Hall on Sundays May 19, 26, and

June 2 Participants can also sign-up online We will keep a list folks from Horizon who have signed up to facilitate carpooling and meeting there Although this is advertised as a “run”, most people from Horizon will be walking

The link with general info is: http://www.genesisshelter.org/funrun.

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SHOP TO SUPPORT THE CHURCH

Reloadable Kroger Fundraiser Cards

• Cards are assigned to customers by Horizon UU Church and purchased for just $1 each. Supporters can reload their card and pay for the reloads with cash, check, debit, or credit cards at any time, at any Kroger store, for any amount up to $500 at Customer Service or $100 by cashiers. • Reloads have to be a separate transaction from use. Cards with $0 balance are deleted from the system after 90 days and cannot be reactivated. A new card will have to be assigned and purchased from Horizon for $1. • Card is accepted in all Kroger stores and its affiliates throughout the US. It can be sent to family and friends out-of-state and still benefits Horizon, as long as the card is reloaded and used. Keep track of your card balance: At the bottom of your last receipt, call 866-822-6252 or on-line using the PIN on the back of the card. • Reload and use often! Horizon earns a 5% rebate on your purchases! BONUS: Now used ones don’t go in the trash.

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http://www.genesisshelter.org/funrun

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