The Faith in Action committee invites you to join us for a workshop on February 20, on “Living a Joyful and Progressive Productive Life: How NOT to Burn Out.” To be held at 7:00 PM in the sanctuary, this workshop will center on the building blocks of a happy and productive life: mission management (to figure out your authentic goals and path); time management (so you can develop a schedule that helps you focus on your goals); and fear management (so you can get past procrastination, perfectionism and blocks to success). These topics are discussed in the context of progressivism, with examples from several progressive movements, and referencing George Lakoff’s “nurturant parent” model of progressivism and his dictum that it is the duty of all progressives to live happy lives themselves, along with helping others be happy. Participants will be encouraged to share their own experiences and insights on these topics, and the workshop leader will share concrete and actionable advice and strategies, so that participants leave feeling inspired and empowered.
The workshop leader, Hillary Rettig, is a native New Yorker, current Boston resident, and an activist, coach and author of The Lifelong Activist: How to Change the World Without Losing Your Way (Lantern Books, 2006). She is also author of the free e-book, The Little Guide To Beating Procrastination, Perfectionism and Blocks: a Manual for Artists, Activists, Entrepreneurs, Academics and Other Ambitious Dreamers. You can download the e-book and learn more about Hillary’s life and work at http://www.lifelongactivist.com
The “First Thursdays at Fourth U” adult RE series continues to explore spirituality and spiritual practices from a UU perspective. On Thursday, January 3 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Gary Jacinto, D.Min. will lead a workshop on exploring mindfulness in everyday life. Gary is a member of The Community Church of New York UU. He has been a guest student at the Zen Mountain Monastery at Tassajara, Big Sur, California; has participated in various Buddhist groups in New York City, and had private teachings with His Holiness the Dalai Lama in India. This event is sponsored by the Worship Arts Committee. Light dinner will be served and childcare provided. Please contact Jennifer at jenncjack@mac.com or 718.783.8757 for more information and to RSVP for childcare. We look forward to seeing you!
A video of a highly dramatic one-person play, with Joseph Ben-David in five different roles, will be screened at Fourth U on Friday, January 18, 2008, from 7:00 - 9:30 PM. The play, which was performed for four months in New York, presents Jesus as a humanistic personality who challenges ancient and contemporary myths about his life and aspirations. At a time when millions of people await the second coming of Jesus, and prophecies warn of wars, famine, pestilence, and other calamities that will afflict humanity at his return, this show asks: What would people really do if Jesus returned today? The play speaks out freely on some of the most critical issues of society, against the tyrannical designs of fundamentalism and the threat of the Orwellian nightmare. Followed by discussion. All are welcome.
The “1st Thursdays at Fourth U” adult RE series explores spirituality and spiritual practices from a UU perspective. On Thursday, December 6 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM, Aisha Hauser, Fourth U’s Director of Religious Exploration, will lead a workshop on the process of reclaiming what is worthwhile from our long-discarded spiritual roots, as well as the ritual of fasting as a spiritual practice. Sponsored by the Worship Arts Committee. Light dinner will be served and childcare provided. Please contact Jennifer at jenncjack@mac.com or 718-783-8757 for more information and to RSVP for child care. We look forward to seeing you!
This circular walk through one of New York’s finest treasures starts at the front doors of 4th U, with a stop at Strawberry Fields, breakfast at the Boathouse (about $3), a visit to the “Tree of Life” and the “Rock of Ages”, and a trip through The Ramble, exiting at 78th street in time for the Sunday service. Join us at 9:00 AM on the first Sunday of every month. You might even learn a little bit of New York and Central Park history along the way!
Friday, November 16, 2007, 7:00 - 9:30 PM.
Topic: If you love them, let them love you.
Why do some people experience perpetual loneliness, waiting eternally to find the ‘right’ person, only to have a ‘wrong’ person emerge?
This talk will be a down-to-earth and unabashed analysis of the problem. Joseph Ben-David, a Humanist Counselor, will present the paths to a positive resolution of this personally important issue.
Sponsored by the Church of Humanism.
Information: 212-877-5662 Website: www.humanistfoundation.org
This is a Unitarian Universalist adult religious education class that explores how to impart our spiritual beliefs to our children. Communicating our UU faith traditions can be joyous and frustrating at the same time because we are a non creedal faith. This class helps parents articulate for themselves their spirituality and how to pass that on to their children. The class will be given once each year. Please contact Aisha Hauser at aisha@4thu.org if you are interested in signing up for the class when it is offered again.
Are you visiting Fourth U? Do you have questions or want to learn more about us? Meet at the Membership table after service at 12:30, Sunday, Nov. 4, and speak with our greeters and long time members.
