IN THE SANCTUARY
Sunday, March 19, 2023 - 11:00 a.m.
“The Evolution of God”
Rev. Michael J S Carter
Music: “Ancient Mother” (Brooke Medicine Eagle), Hymn #39 “Bring O Morn Thy Music”, Hymn: #159 “This Is My Song”,
Closing Hymn: #23 “Bring Many Names”
Musician(s): Linda Metzner, piano
Greeters: Bea Lothrop & Jackie Franklin
Sermon Topic:
There is, it seems, a deep unconscious instinct in humanity to recognize and be in reverence of the source of all things. However, this instinct can be, and has been perverted. That religions have been the source of so much conflict and misery throughout
human history points to how the instinct to religion (which when it is healthy, when what is experienced in its true and inexpressible dimension, can be a source of strength and profound comfort) has been so often distorted into something very unhealthy and destructive. In short, we have created God in our image. With some assistance from the ideas of Albert Einstein, revisiting a bit of human religious history, and good old fashion common sense, let's explore the possible evolution of God in our lifetime. Well, I can dream, can't I?
We want to hear from you about your joys and concerns. If you cannot attend in person and would like to be heard, please send your message to Rev. Michael Carter by noon on Friday so he can read it during the Sunday service.
The YouTube video of today's service will be available, as well as all previous Sunday Services, at UUCSV Productions. Click to go to YouTube here.
RE (RELIGIOUS EDUCATION)
Sunday, March 19, 2023 - 11:00 a.m.
at UUCSV with Susan E. Hicks
This week Susan will be leading the the children in talking about caring for the Earth, and beginning an Earth Day project (we'll be making newspaper seed starting pots). Children will also have the opportunity to work on notes for their Mystery friends.
Looking for a book to enjoy on your own? Here is the story of St. Patrick by Tomie dePaola, Patrick: Patron Saint of Ireland.
We're still collecting personal items with which to make blessing bags for the homeless. Your donations of toothpaste/brushes, soap, deodorant, and non-perishable snacks can be left in the pink bucket in the portico. Thanks!
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Sunday, March 26, 2023 - 11:00 a.m.
“Using Our Inner Wealth”
Rev. Michael J S Carter
What gifts are you not using in this life? What of your inner wealth are you not sharing with the world? All of us are wounded creatures. All of us have had wounds to our self-esteem. These wounds have come from family, friends, religions and the world. None of us escape this. These wounds sometimes devastate entire lives.
They have come from poverty, self–identifying with the poverty around them, or internalizing the racism or the abuse they suffered or witnessed, all of which collude with victimization. Others find their resolve to achieve triggered by these circumstances.
Carl Jung observed that there are times when behind the wounds lies the source of a person’s genius. Let's explore.
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News from UUCSV Groups & Committees
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Current Newsletter - New Format
You will notice that the Current has undergone some changes. The Communications Committee implemented this format and welcomes your comments.
Update On Picture Directory
The membership committee has revised its approach to creating a photo
directory and now plans to create a printed one as opposed to one available for emailing. Many of you have already sent pictures but if you haven’t, please do so by April 30, 2023. We hope to have the photo directory available at the annual meeting. Photos can be sent to Carol Sheeler at sheelerjc@att.net or texted to 828-777-2109. You may also use this number if you have questions. Please enclose your name(s) when sending the photo. Head shots are preferred. We hope we can include you in the directory.
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Inanna's Daughters
Film Screening
Inanna's Daughters is sponsoring a showing of the film "Meinrad Craighead: Praying with Images" at UUCSV on March 17, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. There will be light refreshments (feel free to contribute snacks) and a discussion afterwards. All are welcome!
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Member & Community Activities
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Women’s Herstory Month Features One of our Own
 Rochelle Broome has been selected by the League of Women Voters of Asheville/Buncombe County for a Celebration of Herstory for the month of March. These women ( one per day) are “ women who were pioneers in some way, women who overcame obstacles, women who had a strong influence on others, women who made a difference.”
This is what will appear on the LWVAB Facebook Group on March 23, 2023..with a shout-out to UUCSV!
Dr. Rochelle Broome has been in service for over 40 years, committed to
providing accessible, evidence-based care around the country as a family practice physician. In her roles as Chief Medical Officer, Residency Director, Private Practitioner, and National Director of Virtual Health, Dr. Broome has directly impacted both future physicians and patients. Growing up in rural Ohio and witnessing a life-altering accident experienced by her brother, Dr. Broome decided to become a physician. Despite attempts by her school counselor to withhold information about the local medical school, Dr. Broome found the information she needed, and successfully pursued her career.
Dr. Broome lives in Buncombe County (Black Mountain), and is the President of the Board of Trustees and Choir Member of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Swannanoa Valley. Hobbies include motorcycle riding, gardening and cooking.
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Update on Jane Carroll
Jane Carroll, known as “Classic Jane”, not to be confused with Jane Carroll of Beetree, has moved to Virginia to be close to her son. She is having some health challenges and is living in an assisted living facility. Jane was president of the congregation in the early years and was responsible for getting us connected with our Sister Congregation in Medesur Romania. The embroidered fabric on the piano came from the women of that church. She also put together the display about Medesur that hangs on the wall in the back of the sanctuary. She would love to receive some cards from us. Send to Jane Carroll at 114 Ware Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23185.
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Michael Donnan, Office Manager Hours: Tuesday & Thursday,
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Rev. Michael J S Carter, (Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)Rev. Carter is available for pastoral care in the church office or virtually via Zoom or Skype. For in-person meetings, protocols of social distancing and face masks are followed. Please email Rev. Michael J S Carter to schedule an appointment.
The deadline for submissions to The Current is Tuesday at 12:00 p.m., please send yours to admin@uusv.org. For more information and guidelines on submissions for our newsletters, website, online calendar, social media, Order of Service, and member news, please see our Publishing Guidelines.
UUCSV
500 Montreat Road
Black Mountain, NC 28711
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