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1 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
The Lowcountry
Beacon
A MONTH OF SUNDAYS Sunday Service 1000 am
April 1 ldquoShare the Laughterrdquo
UU Rev Jane Page of UU Statesboro GA Rev Page will be bringing a bag of laughter for her April
Fools Day sermon Jane has promised to teach us some
laughing yoga and preach a sermon on the lighter side the
third in a series of sermons shes sharing with us this year
based on phrases from Ric Mastens song Let it be a Dance
April 8 ldquoWhat Will Become Of The Dreamrdquo
UU Rev Dr Neal Jones of UU Columbia SC Rev Dr Jones considers What does resurrection mean and
discusses how the world may kill the dreamer but it cannot kill
the dream
April 15 ldquoLife Before Deathrdquo
UU Rev Manuel Holland UU Rev Holland will give his sermon titled Life Before Death He will be joined by Jenny Brasington Executive Di-rector of Hospice Care of the Lowcountry
April 22 ldquoThe Dodorsquos Dilemma There Goes the Neighborhoodrdquo
UU Rev Dave Johnson of UU Winston-Salem NC As we mark Earth Day 2012 wersquoll consider the impact of hu-man actions upon the interdependent web of life From fragile ecosystems threatened by human encroachment to rising sea levels advancing inland over populated shorelines How shall we choose wisely in our role as stewards of the inter-dependent web of life
April 29 What About Jesus
UU Rev Lynne Garner of UU Brunswick GA Rev Garner will speak on how Unitarian Universalists ap-proach Jesus and the writing about Him
Children and Youth Religious Education from 10 am to 11 am Refreshments following service Our church is located at 110 Malphrus Road Bluffton
For further details please call 843-837-3330
FROM REV MANUEL HOL-
LAND
Recently when I spoke about the right to know I ex-pressed appreciation for a recent letter to the editor which Cheryl Kanuck had written about a war on womenrsquos rights and I also expressed appreciation for the regular appearance of letters to the editor by Frank Flaumenhauf It is very important that we take time to inform each oth-er of our opinions on vital issues especially in the heat of political debate between now and the national elections in November Letter writing isnrsquot the only way of informing each other as was made clear by an article Folly King sent to a number of us The article appeared in the March 11th The Washington Monthly The article was titled ldquoThe Incomplete Greatness of Barack Obamardquo Whether you are a Democrat a Republican an Independent or a Repugnacrat you owe it to yourself to read the article in its entirety You may not agree with some of the conclu-sions which others might be led to however you will gain a perspective which may help in the formation of your opinions UUCL IS NOT A BUSINESS - HOWEVERhellipThe ex-penses of providing our services and programs and main-taining our facilities must be met It is incredible how much has been accomplished this past year with so little money Our officers board members and committee chairs and members are to be congratulated on the fiscal responsibility they have shown There are many needs which have not been met and we will have even greater challenges in the fiscal year which begins July 1st In the dinner meetings planned between now and the Annual Meeting on May 20th information will be presented con-cerning the goals and aspirations which the new budget will attempt to fulfill Every member and friend of our congregation is called upon to learn of the challenges and opportunities which we face and to keep them in mind when asked to make a financial pledge for the budget which will start July 1st
~ Rev Manuel Holland Senior Minister
2 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
PROGRAMS MEETINGS SPECIAL EVENTS
Board Meeting Thursday April 19 at 630 pm The monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees is held on the third Thursday of each month in the UUCL Clara Barton Conference Room Visitors are always welcome
Eating Without Meat of the Lowcountry Saturday April 21st from 530 - 830 pm For more information and to RSVP send email to cherylmccarthyhotmailcom
Knitterrsquos Circle Wednesday April 25 from 630 - 8 pm Meets on the last Wednesday of every month We make Pray-er Shawls Comfort Blankets Wraps Hats Baby Clothes and other items to give to members and friends of the congrega-tion in times of need You do not have to be a Knitter to be in this group Our doors are open to those who crochet quilt weave sew and do macrameacute Bring whatever you are working on and come enjoy an evening with good compa-ny For more information call Ann at 422-2598 or email dearannharrisongmailcom
Membership Committee Wednesday April 18 at 530 pm Membership Committee meets the third Wednesday of each month in the UUCL Clara Barton Conference Room For more information contact Ron at donnaandronti-tusgmailcom
Newsletter Deadline Sunday April 15 The deadline for the Beacon is on the 15th of each month Email Mary-Michael at sapidsisteryahoocom
Psycho Drama Fridays 400 - 530 pm Everyone is welcome and there is a small fee to partici-pate For more information contact Folly at (843) 682-3191 or email follykingroadrunnercom
MEMBERSHIP MATTERS
Beliefs and Principles in Unitarian Universalism
(From UUA Website) ldquoWelcome to Unitarian Universal-ism a religion that celebrates di-versity of belief and is guided by seven principles Our congrega-tions are places where we gather to nurture our spirits and put our faith in action through social jus-tice work in our communities and the wider world Newcomers are always welcome in UU congregations There is no formal conversion process so be-coming a Unitarian Universalist is s imply a matter of se lf -identification Membership is vol-untary and does not require re-nouncing other religious affilia-tions or practicesrdquo I believe that a young lad in our church school described us best when he answered a question asked of him during an intergener-ational moment at a morning church service Irsquove forgotten the question but his answer remains loud and clear ldquoItrsquos not what you believe itrsquos how you actrdquo Amen
~ Ron Titus Chair of Membership
3 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
GIVE YOURSELF A TREAT
Putting Your Life in Perspective by Connecting Family Generations How did you get to be the best person you are What family members in your near and distant past have helped you get here How can you identify and communicate what have been the best qualities of your family and yourself that are important to you How would you like to see yourself and your family move forward from here The answers to these questions can be inter-esting and helpful to our families and ourselves as we grow older or at any point of transition in our lives Combining genealogy positive psychology and legacy writing can help us get there
This family analysis and writing workshop will be offered by John Quirk and Jan Alpert for three evenings on Tuesday April 24 Thursday April 26 and Tuesday May 1 from 530 to 700 pm at UUCL The program will introduce you to family history analyses identifying your familyrsquos personal strengths and how to incorporate them in a family legacy document This fun project will require a minimum of 6 people for it to go A signup up sheet will be available in the foyer
Membership 101 Session Held
The March 18th Membership 101 Session follow-ing morning service was very successful
The room was filled to capacity as friends and members gathered to learn a little more about Unitarian Universalism and just how we operate here at UUCL
These sessions which are generally held a few times each year have proven to be well attended and well received It is appropriate to note how-ever that while informative attendance at one of these sessions is not a prerequisite for member-ship in our congregation
If you are thinking ldquoIrsquom happy hererdquo ldquoI feel like Irsquove found a spiritual homerdquo ldquoI like the fact that I can be myself while at the same time be a part of a much larger body that cares and sharesrdquo then you probably ought to talk with someone on the Membership Committee about what you need to do to become an official member
Yoursquoll be glad you did
Youre invited to experience a wonderful way to deal with the many aspects of being human At one time or another every person copes with loss anger confusion depression conflict even sleep and developmental problemsin fact even disease It is called psychodrama developed by a European psychiatrist who came to the US where this dynam-ic and highly effective method is spreading self-understanding and knowledge Hard to believe Well its true A group with the expert guidance of Folly K meets at the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Low Country every Fri-day from 400 to 530 PM Youll be fascinated have fun and do some im-portant problem-solving Personal growth and self-understanding are among the benefits gained by participation Call Folly at 682-3191 if you have questions Or just come and see for yourself
4 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
WELCOMING CONGREGATION PROGRAM ldquoSay Yesrdquo To new opportunities face your fears find what makes you most angry and take steps to stand up to that This was the message from Christine Johnson Executive Director of South Carolina Equality who shared some of her extraordinary personal experiences in an inspi-rational and lively talk concerning political and civil rights issues for Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender (LBGT) citizens of our state and our country
Music provided by Ellen Titus and David Inserra added to the theme of the program as did the intergenerational story ldquoTwo Dads Blue Dadsrdquo offered by Ann Harrison our Religious Education Director Twenty people stayed and participated in an hour long discussion circle following the service
(From left to right) Janice A shown with speaker Christine Johnson (Executive Director of SC Equality) and Donna T following Johnsonrsquos ldquoSay Yesrdquo service Janice and Donna are co-chairs of UUCLrsquos Welcom-ing Congregation Program Committee
Discussion group following Christine Johnsonrsquos ldquoSay Yesrdquo service
CARE COMMITTEE TEAM
Your Care Committee Team is available to coordinate compas-sionate care and support to mem-bers and friends in times of tran-sition need or crisis If you are unable to leave your house and would like a visit from the church if you are laid up due to illness or injury and could use a meal or someone to pick up gro-ceries or if you know of anyone in the congregation that you feel would welcome a check-in phone call please let us know If you would like to volunteer once or twice a year to help some-one by providing a meal giving a ride etc please let us know This is a great way to stay connected Your Care Committee Team
Dan Care Committee Chair oceanabeaolcom
Libba Libbabeermangmailcom
Rev Manuel Holland Ohandmaxcscom
Marietta Mariettahargraycom
Linda Lonhargraycom
Photos by Ron Titus
5 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
Report from the Nominating Committee Candidates for 2012-2013 Board of Trustees
The UUCL President Peggy Tweel has appointed a Nominating Committee to nominate the officers and members-at-large for the UUCL Board of Trustees for the 2012-2013 fiscal year The vote on the Committeersquos nominees and nominations from the floor if any will be after the service on May 20 at the annual meeting of the congregation All nominees are members of UUCL in accordance with the current Bylaws Only UUCL members are eligible to vote
All current Board members with the exception of President Peggy have agreed to continue in their current positions for the next fiscal year Peggy who will have served for two years regretfully chose not to run for a third term Secretary Carol Fasig Member-at Large Janice Alden and Member-at-Large Kathy Burmeister will be serving the second year of their two year terms A brief bio of Peter Kandis is included since he is relatively new in our congregation The nominees to be voted on follow
President Peter Kandis One year term Vice President Cheryl McCarthy One year term Treasurer Dan Tweel Two year term Member-at-Large Gordon Stamler Two year term
Peter Kandis is retiring from a full time teaching career in Columbia SC to move to Hilton Head SC He will marry Ann Harrison this month In January of 2012 he became a member of the UU Congregation of the Lowcountry Peter has been a twenty-five-year member of the UU Congregation of Columbia SC He served as Board president and secretary and chaired the finance religious education and leadership development com-mittees Peter is on the Board of Directors of the Southeast District of the UU Association and is the Dean of Southern UU Leadership Experience of the Southern Region Recently Peter was nominated to be the vice president of the District
From the Nominating Committee John King Mary Alice Walker Jeffrey Donahue
Dates Time amp Locations
7 pm Wednesday April 4th Home of Dorothy F
Hilton Head Plantation
7 pm Monday April 9th Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the
Lowcountry
7 pm Tuesday April 10th Home of Carol F
Sun City
ANNUAL PLEDGE CAMPAIGN
Dear Members and Friends
This month marks the beginning of our annual Pledge Campaign
Your Finance Committee has scheduled three ldquoPizza Partiesrdquo where our congregationrsquos financial future 2012-2013 budget and our current pledge campaign will be reviewed These are great opportunities for you to ask questions and give your input on several congregational issues If you are unable to attend one of the parties your pledge packet will be mailed and please contact me at oceanabeaolcom or 843-342-6470 with any of your questions and input We are all asked to make an annual pledge which provides the majority of the funding for our budget The 2012-2013 balanced budget will require an increase in pledge income of 62 or $6940 Please continue your gener-ous financial support of UUCL our mission and our vision
In fellowship Dan Tweel Treasurer
6 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
THE SOUTHERN UU LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE(SUULE)
Sixty-two UU Leaders gathered during the week of February 19th to grow their leadership skills Each dayrsquos theme was based on one of James Luther Adamrsquos Five Smooth Stones of Lib-eral Religion
1 Revelation is open and continuous 2 Relationships are consensual never coerced 3 We have an obligation to work toward a just and loving community 4 We deny the immaculate conception of virtue good things are done through hard work done by human
hands 5 Resources both human and divine are available to help us achieve meaningful changes and that is the
reason for ultimate optimism Our days started with worship centered on that dayrsquos smooth stone We then learned new lead-ership tools and new ways to see the world The lectures were followed by practicing what we had learned in small groups We then came together into whole group to share our experiences In the evening we participated in a wide offering of spiritual practices to help us decompress from the dayrsquos activities We finished our day in small covenant groups that facilitated deep sharing in a safe space Participants faculty and staff left on a high with big plans and bright hopes for the future of our congregations our UU Association and the world Follow up quarterly teleconferences will be held so that participants can share their accomplishments and struggles From Peter Kandis (Peter Kandis is a new member of our congregation and the Dean of SUULE He and Ann Harrison will be married this month and Peter will move to Hilton Head)
SAVE THE DATE
UUCLrsquos Annual Business Meeting will immediately
follow May 20thrsquos worship service
The Annual Picnic Potluck will take place from
Noon to 4 pm the same day
7 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
Dear Members and Friends
We have some special events occurring during April and May
April marks the beginning of our pledge campaign One of the reasons we are able to live out our mission and achieve our goals and dreams is the generous financial support of members and friends Your giving enables UUCL to continue to hold up the light of our liberal religion and to keep our flame burning for fu-ture generations For more information on our pledge campaign see Treasurer Dan Tweelrsquos article in this newsletter
On Sunday May 20th there are two special events following our worship service First we will have the an-nual business meeting of the congregation immediately following the service The agenda will include the election of Officers and Board Members and adoption of the Board Approved Budget for fiscal 2012-2013 Then our annual picnic potluck will be from noon until 4 PM at Sea Pines Forest Preserve a beautiful 605-acre preserve located in Sea Pines Plantation
Although we come from many diverse backgrounds each of us brings something unique and special to our beloved religious community with each individual important to the whole
In fellowship Peggy
Itrsquos time again for our annual spring picnic at the Sea Pines Forest Preserve on Sunday May 20th
Immediately following service
Brochures and maps will be in the lobby along with a sign-up sheet
More details to follow in Mayrsquos newsletter
For more information call 363-2329 or email libbabeermangmailcom
8 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
covenants to affirm and promote
The inherent worth and dignity of every person
Justice equity and compassion in human relations
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 within our congregation and in the society at large
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
The Living Tradition Which We Share Draws From Many Sources
Direct experience of that transcending mystery and wonder affirmed in all cultures which moves us to a renewal of the spirit and an openness to the forces which create and uphold life
Words and deeds of prophetic women and men which challenge us to confront powers and structures of evil with justice compassion and the transforming power of love
Wisdom from the worldrsquos religions which inspire us in our ethical and spiritual life
Jewish and Christian teachings which call us to respond to Godrsquos love by loving our neighbors as ourselves
Humanist teachings which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and the results of science and warn us against idolatries of the mind and spirit
Spiritual teachings of earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sa-cred circle of life and instruct us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
Our Mission To enrich and clarify our understanding of religious thought
to provide experiences for spiritual growth to encourage and protect the right of individual freedom of belief
to promote the democratic process in human relations and to advance these principles for the benefit of each other
our community and our world
Editor Mary-Michael Hanbury
Email sapidsisteryahoocom
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
110 Malphrus Road
Bluffton SC 29910
(843) 837-3330
infoUULowcountryorg
wwwUULowcountryorg
Senior Minister Manuel Holland
Religious Education Ann Harrison
President Peggy Tweel
Leadership Staff
Committees
Aesthetics amp Deacutecor Fran Farrell
Beyond Sundays Folly King
Building Maintenance
Volunteers Needed
Care Committee Dan Tweel
Grounds Mary A Walker Jeffrey Donahue
Finance Dan Tweel
Hospitality Anthony Serpe
Membership Ron Titus
Music Kathy Burmeister
Planned Giving Coordinator Rev Manuel Holland
Religious Education Carol Weir
Social Activities Libba Beerman
Worship
Cheryl McCarthy
Social Justice Groups
E Team Harry Gregory
Family Promise
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APRIL 2012 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
1000 Worship
rdquoShare the Laughterrdquo
UU Rev Jane Page
2
3
4 700 pm
Pizza Party
Dorothy F
Hilton Head Plantation
5 6
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
7
8
1000 Worship
ldquoWhat Will Become Of The
Dreamrdquo
UU Rev Dr Neal Jones
9
700 pm
Pizza Party
UUCL
10
700 pm
Pizza Party
Carol F
Sun City
11
12
13
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
14
15 May
Newsletter Deadline
1000 Worship
ldquoLife Before Deathrdquo
UU Rev Manuel Holland
16
17
18
530 pm
Membership Committee
19
630 pm
Board of Trustees
20
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
21
530 - 830 pm Eating Without Meat of the Lowcountry
22 1000 Worship
ldquoThe Dodorsquos Dilemma
There Goes the Neighbor-
hoodrdquo
UU Rev Dave Johnson
23 24
25
630 pm
Knitterrsquos Circle
26
27
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
28
29
1000 Worship
What About Jesus
UU Rev Lynne Garner
30
2 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
PROGRAMS MEETINGS SPECIAL EVENTS
Board Meeting Thursday April 19 at 630 pm The monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees is held on the third Thursday of each month in the UUCL Clara Barton Conference Room Visitors are always welcome
Eating Without Meat of the Lowcountry Saturday April 21st from 530 - 830 pm For more information and to RSVP send email to cherylmccarthyhotmailcom
Knitterrsquos Circle Wednesday April 25 from 630 - 8 pm Meets on the last Wednesday of every month We make Pray-er Shawls Comfort Blankets Wraps Hats Baby Clothes and other items to give to members and friends of the congrega-tion in times of need You do not have to be a Knitter to be in this group Our doors are open to those who crochet quilt weave sew and do macrameacute Bring whatever you are working on and come enjoy an evening with good compa-ny For more information call Ann at 422-2598 or email dearannharrisongmailcom
Membership Committee Wednesday April 18 at 530 pm Membership Committee meets the third Wednesday of each month in the UUCL Clara Barton Conference Room For more information contact Ron at donnaandronti-tusgmailcom
Newsletter Deadline Sunday April 15 The deadline for the Beacon is on the 15th of each month Email Mary-Michael at sapidsisteryahoocom
Psycho Drama Fridays 400 - 530 pm Everyone is welcome and there is a small fee to partici-pate For more information contact Folly at (843) 682-3191 or email follykingroadrunnercom
MEMBERSHIP MATTERS
Beliefs and Principles in Unitarian Universalism
(From UUA Website) ldquoWelcome to Unitarian Universal-ism a religion that celebrates di-versity of belief and is guided by seven principles Our congrega-tions are places where we gather to nurture our spirits and put our faith in action through social jus-tice work in our communities and the wider world Newcomers are always welcome in UU congregations There is no formal conversion process so be-coming a Unitarian Universalist is s imply a matter of se lf -identification Membership is vol-untary and does not require re-nouncing other religious affilia-tions or practicesrdquo I believe that a young lad in our church school described us best when he answered a question asked of him during an intergener-ational moment at a morning church service Irsquove forgotten the question but his answer remains loud and clear ldquoItrsquos not what you believe itrsquos how you actrdquo Amen
~ Ron Titus Chair of Membership
3 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
GIVE YOURSELF A TREAT
Putting Your Life in Perspective by Connecting Family Generations How did you get to be the best person you are What family members in your near and distant past have helped you get here How can you identify and communicate what have been the best qualities of your family and yourself that are important to you How would you like to see yourself and your family move forward from here The answers to these questions can be inter-esting and helpful to our families and ourselves as we grow older or at any point of transition in our lives Combining genealogy positive psychology and legacy writing can help us get there
This family analysis and writing workshop will be offered by John Quirk and Jan Alpert for three evenings on Tuesday April 24 Thursday April 26 and Tuesday May 1 from 530 to 700 pm at UUCL The program will introduce you to family history analyses identifying your familyrsquos personal strengths and how to incorporate them in a family legacy document This fun project will require a minimum of 6 people for it to go A signup up sheet will be available in the foyer
Membership 101 Session Held
The March 18th Membership 101 Session follow-ing morning service was very successful
The room was filled to capacity as friends and members gathered to learn a little more about Unitarian Universalism and just how we operate here at UUCL
These sessions which are generally held a few times each year have proven to be well attended and well received It is appropriate to note how-ever that while informative attendance at one of these sessions is not a prerequisite for member-ship in our congregation
If you are thinking ldquoIrsquom happy hererdquo ldquoI feel like Irsquove found a spiritual homerdquo ldquoI like the fact that I can be myself while at the same time be a part of a much larger body that cares and sharesrdquo then you probably ought to talk with someone on the Membership Committee about what you need to do to become an official member
Yoursquoll be glad you did
Youre invited to experience a wonderful way to deal with the many aspects of being human At one time or another every person copes with loss anger confusion depression conflict even sleep and developmental problemsin fact even disease It is called psychodrama developed by a European psychiatrist who came to the US where this dynam-ic and highly effective method is spreading self-understanding and knowledge Hard to believe Well its true A group with the expert guidance of Folly K meets at the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Low Country every Fri-day from 400 to 530 PM Youll be fascinated have fun and do some im-portant problem-solving Personal growth and self-understanding are among the benefits gained by participation Call Folly at 682-3191 if you have questions Or just come and see for yourself
4 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
WELCOMING CONGREGATION PROGRAM ldquoSay Yesrdquo To new opportunities face your fears find what makes you most angry and take steps to stand up to that This was the message from Christine Johnson Executive Director of South Carolina Equality who shared some of her extraordinary personal experiences in an inspi-rational and lively talk concerning political and civil rights issues for Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender (LBGT) citizens of our state and our country
Music provided by Ellen Titus and David Inserra added to the theme of the program as did the intergenerational story ldquoTwo Dads Blue Dadsrdquo offered by Ann Harrison our Religious Education Director Twenty people stayed and participated in an hour long discussion circle following the service
(From left to right) Janice A shown with speaker Christine Johnson (Executive Director of SC Equality) and Donna T following Johnsonrsquos ldquoSay Yesrdquo service Janice and Donna are co-chairs of UUCLrsquos Welcom-ing Congregation Program Committee
Discussion group following Christine Johnsonrsquos ldquoSay Yesrdquo service
CARE COMMITTEE TEAM
Your Care Committee Team is available to coordinate compas-sionate care and support to mem-bers and friends in times of tran-sition need or crisis If you are unable to leave your house and would like a visit from the church if you are laid up due to illness or injury and could use a meal or someone to pick up gro-ceries or if you know of anyone in the congregation that you feel would welcome a check-in phone call please let us know If you would like to volunteer once or twice a year to help some-one by providing a meal giving a ride etc please let us know This is a great way to stay connected Your Care Committee Team
Dan Care Committee Chair oceanabeaolcom
Libba Libbabeermangmailcom
Rev Manuel Holland Ohandmaxcscom
Marietta Mariettahargraycom
Linda Lonhargraycom
Photos by Ron Titus
5 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
Report from the Nominating Committee Candidates for 2012-2013 Board of Trustees
The UUCL President Peggy Tweel has appointed a Nominating Committee to nominate the officers and members-at-large for the UUCL Board of Trustees for the 2012-2013 fiscal year The vote on the Committeersquos nominees and nominations from the floor if any will be after the service on May 20 at the annual meeting of the congregation All nominees are members of UUCL in accordance with the current Bylaws Only UUCL members are eligible to vote
All current Board members with the exception of President Peggy have agreed to continue in their current positions for the next fiscal year Peggy who will have served for two years regretfully chose not to run for a third term Secretary Carol Fasig Member-at Large Janice Alden and Member-at-Large Kathy Burmeister will be serving the second year of their two year terms A brief bio of Peter Kandis is included since he is relatively new in our congregation The nominees to be voted on follow
President Peter Kandis One year term Vice President Cheryl McCarthy One year term Treasurer Dan Tweel Two year term Member-at-Large Gordon Stamler Two year term
Peter Kandis is retiring from a full time teaching career in Columbia SC to move to Hilton Head SC He will marry Ann Harrison this month In January of 2012 he became a member of the UU Congregation of the Lowcountry Peter has been a twenty-five-year member of the UU Congregation of Columbia SC He served as Board president and secretary and chaired the finance religious education and leadership development com-mittees Peter is on the Board of Directors of the Southeast District of the UU Association and is the Dean of Southern UU Leadership Experience of the Southern Region Recently Peter was nominated to be the vice president of the District
From the Nominating Committee John King Mary Alice Walker Jeffrey Donahue
Dates Time amp Locations
7 pm Wednesday April 4th Home of Dorothy F
Hilton Head Plantation
7 pm Monday April 9th Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the
Lowcountry
7 pm Tuesday April 10th Home of Carol F
Sun City
ANNUAL PLEDGE CAMPAIGN
Dear Members and Friends
This month marks the beginning of our annual Pledge Campaign
Your Finance Committee has scheduled three ldquoPizza Partiesrdquo where our congregationrsquos financial future 2012-2013 budget and our current pledge campaign will be reviewed These are great opportunities for you to ask questions and give your input on several congregational issues If you are unable to attend one of the parties your pledge packet will be mailed and please contact me at oceanabeaolcom or 843-342-6470 with any of your questions and input We are all asked to make an annual pledge which provides the majority of the funding for our budget The 2012-2013 balanced budget will require an increase in pledge income of 62 or $6940 Please continue your gener-ous financial support of UUCL our mission and our vision
In fellowship Dan Tweel Treasurer
6 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
THE SOUTHERN UU LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE(SUULE)
Sixty-two UU Leaders gathered during the week of February 19th to grow their leadership skills Each dayrsquos theme was based on one of James Luther Adamrsquos Five Smooth Stones of Lib-eral Religion
1 Revelation is open and continuous 2 Relationships are consensual never coerced 3 We have an obligation to work toward a just and loving community 4 We deny the immaculate conception of virtue good things are done through hard work done by human
hands 5 Resources both human and divine are available to help us achieve meaningful changes and that is the
reason for ultimate optimism Our days started with worship centered on that dayrsquos smooth stone We then learned new lead-ership tools and new ways to see the world The lectures were followed by practicing what we had learned in small groups We then came together into whole group to share our experiences In the evening we participated in a wide offering of spiritual practices to help us decompress from the dayrsquos activities We finished our day in small covenant groups that facilitated deep sharing in a safe space Participants faculty and staff left on a high with big plans and bright hopes for the future of our congregations our UU Association and the world Follow up quarterly teleconferences will be held so that participants can share their accomplishments and struggles From Peter Kandis (Peter Kandis is a new member of our congregation and the Dean of SUULE He and Ann Harrison will be married this month and Peter will move to Hilton Head)
SAVE THE DATE
UUCLrsquos Annual Business Meeting will immediately
follow May 20thrsquos worship service
The Annual Picnic Potluck will take place from
Noon to 4 pm the same day
7 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
Dear Members and Friends
We have some special events occurring during April and May
April marks the beginning of our pledge campaign One of the reasons we are able to live out our mission and achieve our goals and dreams is the generous financial support of members and friends Your giving enables UUCL to continue to hold up the light of our liberal religion and to keep our flame burning for fu-ture generations For more information on our pledge campaign see Treasurer Dan Tweelrsquos article in this newsletter
On Sunday May 20th there are two special events following our worship service First we will have the an-nual business meeting of the congregation immediately following the service The agenda will include the election of Officers and Board Members and adoption of the Board Approved Budget for fiscal 2012-2013 Then our annual picnic potluck will be from noon until 4 PM at Sea Pines Forest Preserve a beautiful 605-acre preserve located in Sea Pines Plantation
Although we come from many diverse backgrounds each of us brings something unique and special to our beloved religious community with each individual important to the whole
In fellowship Peggy
Itrsquos time again for our annual spring picnic at the Sea Pines Forest Preserve on Sunday May 20th
Immediately following service
Brochures and maps will be in the lobby along with a sign-up sheet
More details to follow in Mayrsquos newsletter
For more information call 363-2329 or email libbabeermangmailcom
8 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
covenants to affirm and promote
The inherent worth and dignity of every person
Justice equity and compassion in human relations
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 within our congregation and in the society at large
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
The Living Tradition Which We Share Draws From Many Sources
Direct experience of that transcending mystery and wonder affirmed in all cultures which moves us to a renewal of the spirit and an openness to the forces which create and uphold life
Words and deeds of prophetic women and men which challenge us to confront powers and structures of evil with justice compassion and the transforming power of love
Wisdom from the worldrsquos religions which inspire us in our ethical and spiritual life
Jewish and Christian teachings which call us to respond to Godrsquos love by loving our neighbors as ourselves
Humanist teachings which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and the results of science and warn us against idolatries of the mind and spirit
Spiritual teachings of earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sa-cred circle of life and instruct us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
Our Mission To enrich and clarify our understanding of religious thought
to provide experiences for spiritual growth to encourage and protect the right of individual freedom of belief
to promote the democratic process in human relations and to advance these principles for the benefit of each other
our community and our world
Editor Mary-Michael Hanbury
Email sapidsisteryahoocom
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
110 Malphrus Road
Bluffton SC 29910
(843) 837-3330
infoUULowcountryorg
wwwUULowcountryorg
Senior Minister Manuel Holland
Religious Education Ann Harrison
President Peggy Tweel
Leadership Staff
Committees
Aesthetics amp Deacutecor Fran Farrell
Beyond Sundays Folly King
Building Maintenance
Volunteers Needed
Care Committee Dan Tweel
Grounds Mary A Walker Jeffrey Donahue
Finance Dan Tweel
Hospitality Anthony Serpe
Membership Ron Titus
Music Kathy Burmeister
Planned Giving Coordinator Rev Manuel Holland
Religious Education Carol Weir
Social Activities Libba Beerman
Worship
Cheryl McCarthy
Social Justice Groups
E Team Harry Gregory
Family Promise
9
Th
e Lo
wco
un
try Be
acon
Ap
ril 20
12
Stan
din
g o
n th
e Side o
f Love in
Blu
ffton
an
d H
ilton
Hea
d Isla
nd
for 3
5 yea
rs
APRIL 2012 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
1000 Worship
rdquoShare the Laughterrdquo
UU Rev Jane Page
2
3
4 700 pm
Pizza Party
Dorothy F
Hilton Head Plantation
5 6
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
7
8
1000 Worship
ldquoWhat Will Become Of The
Dreamrdquo
UU Rev Dr Neal Jones
9
700 pm
Pizza Party
UUCL
10
700 pm
Pizza Party
Carol F
Sun City
11
12
13
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
14
15 May
Newsletter Deadline
1000 Worship
ldquoLife Before Deathrdquo
UU Rev Manuel Holland
16
17
18
530 pm
Membership Committee
19
630 pm
Board of Trustees
20
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
21
530 - 830 pm Eating Without Meat of the Lowcountry
22 1000 Worship
ldquoThe Dodorsquos Dilemma
There Goes the Neighbor-
hoodrdquo
UU Rev Dave Johnson
23 24
25
630 pm
Knitterrsquos Circle
26
27
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
28
29
1000 Worship
What About Jesus
UU Rev Lynne Garner
30
3 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
GIVE YOURSELF A TREAT
Putting Your Life in Perspective by Connecting Family Generations How did you get to be the best person you are What family members in your near and distant past have helped you get here How can you identify and communicate what have been the best qualities of your family and yourself that are important to you How would you like to see yourself and your family move forward from here The answers to these questions can be inter-esting and helpful to our families and ourselves as we grow older or at any point of transition in our lives Combining genealogy positive psychology and legacy writing can help us get there
This family analysis and writing workshop will be offered by John Quirk and Jan Alpert for three evenings on Tuesday April 24 Thursday April 26 and Tuesday May 1 from 530 to 700 pm at UUCL The program will introduce you to family history analyses identifying your familyrsquos personal strengths and how to incorporate them in a family legacy document This fun project will require a minimum of 6 people for it to go A signup up sheet will be available in the foyer
Membership 101 Session Held
The March 18th Membership 101 Session follow-ing morning service was very successful
The room was filled to capacity as friends and members gathered to learn a little more about Unitarian Universalism and just how we operate here at UUCL
These sessions which are generally held a few times each year have proven to be well attended and well received It is appropriate to note how-ever that while informative attendance at one of these sessions is not a prerequisite for member-ship in our congregation
If you are thinking ldquoIrsquom happy hererdquo ldquoI feel like Irsquove found a spiritual homerdquo ldquoI like the fact that I can be myself while at the same time be a part of a much larger body that cares and sharesrdquo then you probably ought to talk with someone on the Membership Committee about what you need to do to become an official member
Yoursquoll be glad you did
Youre invited to experience a wonderful way to deal with the many aspects of being human At one time or another every person copes with loss anger confusion depression conflict even sleep and developmental problemsin fact even disease It is called psychodrama developed by a European psychiatrist who came to the US where this dynam-ic and highly effective method is spreading self-understanding and knowledge Hard to believe Well its true A group with the expert guidance of Folly K meets at the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Low Country every Fri-day from 400 to 530 PM Youll be fascinated have fun and do some im-portant problem-solving Personal growth and self-understanding are among the benefits gained by participation Call Folly at 682-3191 if you have questions Or just come and see for yourself
4 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
WELCOMING CONGREGATION PROGRAM ldquoSay Yesrdquo To new opportunities face your fears find what makes you most angry and take steps to stand up to that This was the message from Christine Johnson Executive Director of South Carolina Equality who shared some of her extraordinary personal experiences in an inspi-rational and lively talk concerning political and civil rights issues for Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender (LBGT) citizens of our state and our country
Music provided by Ellen Titus and David Inserra added to the theme of the program as did the intergenerational story ldquoTwo Dads Blue Dadsrdquo offered by Ann Harrison our Religious Education Director Twenty people stayed and participated in an hour long discussion circle following the service
(From left to right) Janice A shown with speaker Christine Johnson (Executive Director of SC Equality) and Donna T following Johnsonrsquos ldquoSay Yesrdquo service Janice and Donna are co-chairs of UUCLrsquos Welcom-ing Congregation Program Committee
Discussion group following Christine Johnsonrsquos ldquoSay Yesrdquo service
CARE COMMITTEE TEAM
Your Care Committee Team is available to coordinate compas-sionate care and support to mem-bers and friends in times of tran-sition need or crisis If you are unable to leave your house and would like a visit from the church if you are laid up due to illness or injury and could use a meal or someone to pick up gro-ceries or if you know of anyone in the congregation that you feel would welcome a check-in phone call please let us know If you would like to volunteer once or twice a year to help some-one by providing a meal giving a ride etc please let us know This is a great way to stay connected Your Care Committee Team
Dan Care Committee Chair oceanabeaolcom
Libba Libbabeermangmailcom
Rev Manuel Holland Ohandmaxcscom
Marietta Mariettahargraycom
Linda Lonhargraycom
Photos by Ron Titus
5 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
Report from the Nominating Committee Candidates for 2012-2013 Board of Trustees
The UUCL President Peggy Tweel has appointed a Nominating Committee to nominate the officers and members-at-large for the UUCL Board of Trustees for the 2012-2013 fiscal year The vote on the Committeersquos nominees and nominations from the floor if any will be after the service on May 20 at the annual meeting of the congregation All nominees are members of UUCL in accordance with the current Bylaws Only UUCL members are eligible to vote
All current Board members with the exception of President Peggy have agreed to continue in their current positions for the next fiscal year Peggy who will have served for two years regretfully chose not to run for a third term Secretary Carol Fasig Member-at Large Janice Alden and Member-at-Large Kathy Burmeister will be serving the second year of their two year terms A brief bio of Peter Kandis is included since he is relatively new in our congregation The nominees to be voted on follow
President Peter Kandis One year term Vice President Cheryl McCarthy One year term Treasurer Dan Tweel Two year term Member-at-Large Gordon Stamler Two year term
Peter Kandis is retiring from a full time teaching career in Columbia SC to move to Hilton Head SC He will marry Ann Harrison this month In January of 2012 he became a member of the UU Congregation of the Lowcountry Peter has been a twenty-five-year member of the UU Congregation of Columbia SC He served as Board president and secretary and chaired the finance religious education and leadership development com-mittees Peter is on the Board of Directors of the Southeast District of the UU Association and is the Dean of Southern UU Leadership Experience of the Southern Region Recently Peter was nominated to be the vice president of the District
From the Nominating Committee John King Mary Alice Walker Jeffrey Donahue
Dates Time amp Locations
7 pm Wednesday April 4th Home of Dorothy F
Hilton Head Plantation
7 pm Monday April 9th Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the
Lowcountry
7 pm Tuesday April 10th Home of Carol F
Sun City
ANNUAL PLEDGE CAMPAIGN
Dear Members and Friends
This month marks the beginning of our annual Pledge Campaign
Your Finance Committee has scheduled three ldquoPizza Partiesrdquo where our congregationrsquos financial future 2012-2013 budget and our current pledge campaign will be reviewed These are great opportunities for you to ask questions and give your input on several congregational issues If you are unable to attend one of the parties your pledge packet will be mailed and please contact me at oceanabeaolcom or 843-342-6470 with any of your questions and input We are all asked to make an annual pledge which provides the majority of the funding for our budget The 2012-2013 balanced budget will require an increase in pledge income of 62 or $6940 Please continue your gener-ous financial support of UUCL our mission and our vision
In fellowship Dan Tweel Treasurer
6 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
THE SOUTHERN UU LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE(SUULE)
Sixty-two UU Leaders gathered during the week of February 19th to grow their leadership skills Each dayrsquos theme was based on one of James Luther Adamrsquos Five Smooth Stones of Lib-eral Religion
1 Revelation is open and continuous 2 Relationships are consensual never coerced 3 We have an obligation to work toward a just and loving community 4 We deny the immaculate conception of virtue good things are done through hard work done by human
hands 5 Resources both human and divine are available to help us achieve meaningful changes and that is the
reason for ultimate optimism Our days started with worship centered on that dayrsquos smooth stone We then learned new lead-ership tools and new ways to see the world The lectures were followed by practicing what we had learned in small groups We then came together into whole group to share our experiences In the evening we participated in a wide offering of spiritual practices to help us decompress from the dayrsquos activities We finished our day in small covenant groups that facilitated deep sharing in a safe space Participants faculty and staff left on a high with big plans and bright hopes for the future of our congregations our UU Association and the world Follow up quarterly teleconferences will be held so that participants can share their accomplishments and struggles From Peter Kandis (Peter Kandis is a new member of our congregation and the Dean of SUULE He and Ann Harrison will be married this month and Peter will move to Hilton Head)
SAVE THE DATE
UUCLrsquos Annual Business Meeting will immediately
follow May 20thrsquos worship service
The Annual Picnic Potluck will take place from
Noon to 4 pm the same day
7 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
Dear Members and Friends
We have some special events occurring during April and May
April marks the beginning of our pledge campaign One of the reasons we are able to live out our mission and achieve our goals and dreams is the generous financial support of members and friends Your giving enables UUCL to continue to hold up the light of our liberal religion and to keep our flame burning for fu-ture generations For more information on our pledge campaign see Treasurer Dan Tweelrsquos article in this newsletter
On Sunday May 20th there are two special events following our worship service First we will have the an-nual business meeting of the congregation immediately following the service The agenda will include the election of Officers and Board Members and adoption of the Board Approved Budget for fiscal 2012-2013 Then our annual picnic potluck will be from noon until 4 PM at Sea Pines Forest Preserve a beautiful 605-acre preserve located in Sea Pines Plantation
Although we come from many diverse backgrounds each of us brings something unique and special to our beloved religious community with each individual important to the whole
In fellowship Peggy
Itrsquos time again for our annual spring picnic at the Sea Pines Forest Preserve on Sunday May 20th
Immediately following service
Brochures and maps will be in the lobby along with a sign-up sheet
More details to follow in Mayrsquos newsletter
For more information call 363-2329 or email libbabeermangmailcom
8 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
covenants to affirm and promote
The inherent worth and dignity of every person
Justice equity and compassion in human relations
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 within our congregation and in the society at large
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
The Living Tradition Which We Share Draws From Many Sources
Direct experience of that transcending mystery and wonder affirmed in all cultures which moves us to a renewal of the spirit and an openness to the forces which create and uphold life
Words and deeds of prophetic women and men which challenge us to confront powers and structures of evil with justice compassion and the transforming power of love
Wisdom from the worldrsquos religions which inspire us in our ethical and spiritual life
Jewish and Christian teachings which call us to respond to Godrsquos love by loving our neighbors as ourselves
Humanist teachings which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and the results of science and warn us against idolatries of the mind and spirit
Spiritual teachings of earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sa-cred circle of life and instruct us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
Our Mission To enrich and clarify our understanding of religious thought
to provide experiences for spiritual growth to encourage and protect the right of individual freedom of belief
to promote the democratic process in human relations and to advance these principles for the benefit of each other
our community and our world
Editor Mary-Michael Hanbury
Email sapidsisteryahoocom
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
110 Malphrus Road
Bluffton SC 29910
(843) 837-3330
infoUULowcountryorg
wwwUULowcountryorg
Senior Minister Manuel Holland
Religious Education Ann Harrison
President Peggy Tweel
Leadership Staff
Committees
Aesthetics amp Deacutecor Fran Farrell
Beyond Sundays Folly King
Building Maintenance
Volunteers Needed
Care Committee Dan Tweel
Grounds Mary A Walker Jeffrey Donahue
Finance Dan Tweel
Hospitality Anthony Serpe
Membership Ron Titus
Music Kathy Burmeister
Planned Giving Coordinator Rev Manuel Holland
Religious Education Carol Weir
Social Activities Libba Beerman
Worship
Cheryl McCarthy
Social Justice Groups
E Team Harry Gregory
Family Promise
9
Th
e Lo
wco
un
try Be
acon
Ap
ril 20
12
Stan
din
g o
n th
e Side o
f Love in
Blu
ffton
an
d H
ilton
Hea
d Isla
nd
for 3
5 yea
rs
APRIL 2012 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
1000 Worship
rdquoShare the Laughterrdquo
UU Rev Jane Page
2
3
4 700 pm
Pizza Party
Dorothy F
Hilton Head Plantation
5 6
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
7
8
1000 Worship
ldquoWhat Will Become Of The
Dreamrdquo
UU Rev Dr Neal Jones
9
700 pm
Pizza Party
UUCL
10
700 pm
Pizza Party
Carol F
Sun City
11
12
13
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
14
15 May
Newsletter Deadline
1000 Worship
ldquoLife Before Deathrdquo
UU Rev Manuel Holland
16
17
18
530 pm
Membership Committee
19
630 pm
Board of Trustees
20
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
21
530 - 830 pm Eating Without Meat of the Lowcountry
22 1000 Worship
ldquoThe Dodorsquos Dilemma
There Goes the Neighbor-
hoodrdquo
UU Rev Dave Johnson
23 24
25
630 pm
Knitterrsquos Circle
26
27
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
28
29
1000 Worship
What About Jesus
UU Rev Lynne Garner
30
4 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
WELCOMING CONGREGATION PROGRAM ldquoSay Yesrdquo To new opportunities face your fears find what makes you most angry and take steps to stand up to that This was the message from Christine Johnson Executive Director of South Carolina Equality who shared some of her extraordinary personal experiences in an inspi-rational and lively talk concerning political and civil rights issues for Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender (LBGT) citizens of our state and our country
Music provided by Ellen Titus and David Inserra added to the theme of the program as did the intergenerational story ldquoTwo Dads Blue Dadsrdquo offered by Ann Harrison our Religious Education Director Twenty people stayed and participated in an hour long discussion circle following the service
(From left to right) Janice A shown with speaker Christine Johnson (Executive Director of SC Equality) and Donna T following Johnsonrsquos ldquoSay Yesrdquo service Janice and Donna are co-chairs of UUCLrsquos Welcom-ing Congregation Program Committee
Discussion group following Christine Johnsonrsquos ldquoSay Yesrdquo service
CARE COMMITTEE TEAM
Your Care Committee Team is available to coordinate compas-sionate care and support to mem-bers and friends in times of tran-sition need or crisis If you are unable to leave your house and would like a visit from the church if you are laid up due to illness or injury and could use a meal or someone to pick up gro-ceries or if you know of anyone in the congregation that you feel would welcome a check-in phone call please let us know If you would like to volunteer once or twice a year to help some-one by providing a meal giving a ride etc please let us know This is a great way to stay connected Your Care Committee Team
Dan Care Committee Chair oceanabeaolcom
Libba Libbabeermangmailcom
Rev Manuel Holland Ohandmaxcscom
Marietta Mariettahargraycom
Linda Lonhargraycom
Photos by Ron Titus
5 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
Report from the Nominating Committee Candidates for 2012-2013 Board of Trustees
The UUCL President Peggy Tweel has appointed a Nominating Committee to nominate the officers and members-at-large for the UUCL Board of Trustees for the 2012-2013 fiscal year The vote on the Committeersquos nominees and nominations from the floor if any will be after the service on May 20 at the annual meeting of the congregation All nominees are members of UUCL in accordance with the current Bylaws Only UUCL members are eligible to vote
All current Board members with the exception of President Peggy have agreed to continue in their current positions for the next fiscal year Peggy who will have served for two years regretfully chose not to run for a third term Secretary Carol Fasig Member-at Large Janice Alden and Member-at-Large Kathy Burmeister will be serving the second year of their two year terms A brief bio of Peter Kandis is included since he is relatively new in our congregation The nominees to be voted on follow
President Peter Kandis One year term Vice President Cheryl McCarthy One year term Treasurer Dan Tweel Two year term Member-at-Large Gordon Stamler Two year term
Peter Kandis is retiring from a full time teaching career in Columbia SC to move to Hilton Head SC He will marry Ann Harrison this month In January of 2012 he became a member of the UU Congregation of the Lowcountry Peter has been a twenty-five-year member of the UU Congregation of Columbia SC He served as Board president and secretary and chaired the finance religious education and leadership development com-mittees Peter is on the Board of Directors of the Southeast District of the UU Association and is the Dean of Southern UU Leadership Experience of the Southern Region Recently Peter was nominated to be the vice president of the District
From the Nominating Committee John King Mary Alice Walker Jeffrey Donahue
Dates Time amp Locations
7 pm Wednesday April 4th Home of Dorothy F
Hilton Head Plantation
7 pm Monday April 9th Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the
Lowcountry
7 pm Tuesday April 10th Home of Carol F
Sun City
ANNUAL PLEDGE CAMPAIGN
Dear Members and Friends
This month marks the beginning of our annual Pledge Campaign
Your Finance Committee has scheduled three ldquoPizza Partiesrdquo where our congregationrsquos financial future 2012-2013 budget and our current pledge campaign will be reviewed These are great opportunities for you to ask questions and give your input on several congregational issues If you are unable to attend one of the parties your pledge packet will be mailed and please contact me at oceanabeaolcom or 843-342-6470 with any of your questions and input We are all asked to make an annual pledge which provides the majority of the funding for our budget The 2012-2013 balanced budget will require an increase in pledge income of 62 or $6940 Please continue your gener-ous financial support of UUCL our mission and our vision
In fellowship Dan Tweel Treasurer
6 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
THE SOUTHERN UU LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE(SUULE)
Sixty-two UU Leaders gathered during the week of February 19th to grow their leadership skills Each dayrsquos theme was based on one of James Luther Adamrsquos Five Smooth Stones of Lib-eral Religion
1 Revelation is open and continuous 2 Relationships are consensual never coerced 3 We have an obligation to work toward a just and loving community 4 We deny the immaculate conception of virtue good things are done through hard work done by human
hands 5 Resources both human and divine are available to help us achieve meaningful changes and that is the
reason for ultimate optimism Our days started with worship centered on that dayrsquos smooth stone We then learned new lead-ership tools and new ways to see the world The lectures were followed by practicing what we had learned in small groups We then came together into whole group to share our experiences In the evening we participated in a wide offering of spiritual practices to help us decompress from the dayrsquos activities We finished our day in small covenant groups that facilitated deep sharing in a safe space Participants faculty and staff left on a high with big plans and bright hopes for the future of our congregations our UU Association and the world Follow up quarterly teleconferences will be held so that participants can share their accomplishments and struggles From Peter Kandis (Peter Kandis is a new member of our congregation and the Dean of SUULE He and Ann Harrison will be married this month and Peter will move to Hilton Head)
SAVE THE DATE
UUCLrsquos Annual Business Meeting will immediately
follow May 20thrsquos worship service
The Annual Picnic Potluck will take place from
Noon to 4 pm the same day
7 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
Dear Members and Friends
We have some special events occurring during April and May
April marks the beginning of our pledge campaign One of the reasons we are able to live out our mission and achieve our goals and dreams is the generous financial support of members and friends Your giving enables UUCL to continue to hold up the light of our liberal religion and to keep our flame burning for fu-ture generations For more information on our pledge campaign see Treasurer Dan Tweelrsquos article in this newsletter
On Sunday May 20th there are two special events following our worship service First we will have the an-nual business meeting of the congregation immediately following the service The agenda will include the election of Officers and Board Members and adoption of the Board Approved Budget for fiscal 2012-2013 Then our annual picnic potluck will be from noon until 4 PM at Sea Pines Forest Preserve a beautiful 605-acre preserve located in Sea Pines Plantation
Although we come from many diverse backgrounds each of us brings something unique and special to our beloved religious community with each individual important to the whole
In fellowship Peggy
Itrsquos time again for our annual spring picnic at the Sea Pines Forest Preserve on Sunday May 20th
Immediately following service
Brochures and maps will be in the lobby along with a sign-up sheet
More details to follow in Mayrsquos newsletter
For more information call 363-2329 or email libbabeermangmailcom
8 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
covenants to affirm and promote
The inherent worth and dignity of every person
Justice equity and compassion in human relations
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 within our congregation and in the society at large
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
The Living Tradition Which We Share Draws From Many Sources
Direct experience of that transcending mystery and wonder affirmed in all cultures which moves us to a renewal of the spirit and an openness to the forces which create and uphold life
Words and deeds of prophetic women and men which challenge us to confront powers and structures of evil with justice compassion and the transforming power of love
Wisdom from the worldrsquos religions which inspire us in our ethical and spiritual life
Jewish and Christian teachings which call us to respond to Godrsquos love by loving our neighbors as ourselves
Humanist teachings which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and the results of science and warn us against idolatries of the mind and spirit
Spiritual teachings of earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sa-cred circle of life and instruct us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
Our Mission To enrich and clarify our understanding of religious thought
to provide experiences for spiritual growth to encourage and protect the right of individual freedom of belief
to promote the democratic process in human relations and to advance these principles for the benefit of each other
our community and our world
Editor Mary-Michael Hanbury
Email sapidsisteryahoocom
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
110 Malphrus Road
Bluffton SC 29910
(843) 837-3330
infoUULowcountryorg
wwwUULowcountryorg
Senior Minister Manuel Holland
Religious Education Ann Harrison
President Peggy Tweel
Leadership Staff
Committees
Aesthetics amp Deacutecor Fran Farrell
Beyond Sundays Folly King
Building Maintenance
Volunteers Needed
Care Committee Dan Tweel
Grounds Mary A Walker Jeffrey Donahue
Finance Dan Tweel
Hospitality Anthony Serpe
Membership Ron Titus
Music Kathy Burmeister
Planned Giving Coordinator Rev Manuel Holland
Religious Education Carol Weir
Social Activities Libba Beerman
Worship
Cheryl McCarthy
Social Justice Groups
E Team Harry Gregory
Family Promise
9
Th
e Lo
wco
un
try Be
acon
Ap
ril 20
12
Stan
din
g o
n th
e Side o
f Love in
Blu
ffton
an
d H
ilton
Hea
d Isla
nd
for 3
5 yea
rs
APRIL 2012 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
1000 Worship
rdquoShare the Laughterrdquo
UU Rev Jane Page
2
3
4 700 pm
Pizza Party
Dorothy F
Hilton Head Plantation
5 6
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
7
8
1000 Worship
ldquoWhat Will Become Of The
Dreamrdquo
UU Rev Dr Neal Jones
9
700 pm
Pizza Party
UUCL
10
700 pm
Pizza Party
Carol F
Sun City
11
12
13
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
14
15 May
Newsletter Deadline
1000 Worship
ldquoLife Before Deathrdquo
UU Rev Manuel Holland
16
17
18
530 pm
Membership Committee
19
630 pm
Board of Trustees
20
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
21
530 - 830 pm Eating Without Meat of the Lowcountry
22 1000 Worship
ldquoThe Dodorsquos Dilemma
There Goes the Neighbor-
hoodrdquo
UU Rev Dave Johnson
23 24
25
630 pm
Knitterrsquos Circle
26
27
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
28
29
1000 Worship
What About Jesus
UU Rev Lynne Garner
30
5 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
Report from the Nominating Committee Candidates for 2012-2013 Board of Trustees
The UUCL President Peggy Tweel has appointed a Nominating Committee to nominate the officers and members-at-large for the UUCL Board of Trustees for the 2012-2013 fiscal year The vote on the Committeersquos nominees and nominations from the floor if any will be after the service on May 20 at the annual meeting of the congregation All nominees are members of UUCL in accordance with the current Bylaws Only UUCL members are eligible to vote
All current Board members with the exception of President Peggy have agreed to continue in their current positions for the next fiscal year Peggy who will have served for two years regretfully chose not to run for a third term Secretary Carol Fasig Member-at Large Janice Alden and Member-at-Large Kathy Burmeister will be serving the second year of their two year terms A brief bio of Peter Kandis is included since he is relatively new in our congregation The nominees to be voted on follow
President Peter Kandis One year term Vice President Cheryl McCarthy One year term Treasurer Dan Tweel Two year term Member-at-Large Gordon Stamler Two year term
Peter Kandis is retiring from a full time teaching career in Columbia SC to move to Hilton Head SC He will marry Ann Harrison this month In January of 2012 he became a member of the UU Congregation of the Lowcountry Peter has been a twenty-five-year member of the UU Congregation of Columbia SC He served as Board president and secretary and chaired the finance religious education and leadership development com-mittees Peter is on the Board of Directors of the Southeast District of the UU Association and is the Dean of Southern UU Leadership Experience of the Southern Region Recently Peter was nominated to be the vice president of the District
From the Nominating Committee John King Mary Alice Walker Jeffrey Donahue
Dates Time amp Locations
7 pm Wednesday April 4th Home of Dorothy F
Hilton Head Plantation
7 pm Monday April 9th Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the
Lowcountry
7 pm Tuesday April 10th Home of Carol F
Sun City
ANNUAL PLEDGE CAMPAIGN
Dear Members and Friends
This month marks the beginning of our annual Pledge Campaign
Your Finance Committee has scheduled three ldquoPizza Partiesrdquo where our congregationrsquos financial future 2012-2013 budget and our current pledge campaign will be reviewed These are great opportunities for you to ask questions and give your input on several congregational issues If you are unable to attend one of the parties your pledge packet will be mailed and please contact me at oceanabeaolcom or 843-342-6470 with any of your questions and input We are all asked to make an annual pledge which provides the majority of the funding for our budget The 2012-2013 balanced budget will require an increase in pledge income of 62 or $6940 Please continue your gener-ous financial support of UUCL our mission and our vision
In fellowship Dan Tweel Treasurer
6 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
THE SOUTHERN UU LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE(SUULE)
Sixty-two UU Leaders gathered during the week of February 19th to grow their leadership skills Each dayrsquos theme was based on one of James Luther Adamrsquos Five Smooth Stones of Lib-eral Religion
1 Revelation is open and continuous 2 Relationships are consensual never coerced 3 We have an obligation to work toward a just and loving community 4 We deny the immaculate conception of virtue good things are done through hard work done by human
hands 5 Resources both human and divine are available to help us achieve meaningful changes and that is the
reason for ultimate optimism Our days started with worship centered on that dayrsquos smooth stone We then learned new lead-ership tools and new ways to see the world The lectures were followed by practicing what we had learned in small groups We then came together into whole group to share our experiences In the evening we participated in a wide offering of spiritual practices to help us decompress from the dayrsquos activities We finished our day in small covenant groups that facilitated deep sharing in a safe space Participants faculty and staff left on a high with big plans and bright hopes for the future of our congregations our UU Association and the world Follow up quarterly teleconferences will be held so that participants can share their accomplishments and struggles From Peter Kandis (Peter Kandis is a new member of our congregation and the Dean of SUULE He and Ann Harrison will be married this month and Peter will move to Hilton Head)
SAVE THE DATE
UUCLrsquos Annual Business Meeting will immediately
follow May 20thrsquos worship service
The Annual Picnic Potluck will take place from
Noon to 4 pm the same day
7 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
Dear Members and Friends
We have some special events occurring during April and May
April marks the beginning of our pledge campaign One of the reasons we are able to live out our mission and achieve our goals and dreams is the generous financial support of members and friends Your giving enables UUCL to continue to hold up the light of our liberal religion and to keep our flame burning for fu-ture generations For more information on our pledge campaign see Treasurer Dan Tweelrsquos article in this newsletter
On Sunday May 20th there are two special events following our worship service First we will have the an-nual business meeting of the congregation immediately following the service The agenda will include the election of Officers and Board Members and adoption of the Board Approved Budget for fiscal 2012-2013 Then our annual picnic potluck will be from noon until 4 PM at Sea Pines Forest Preserve a beautiful 605-acre preserve located in Sea Pines Plantation
Although we come from many diverse backgrounds each of us brings something unique and special to our beloved religious community with each individual important to the whole
In fellowship Peggy
Itrsquos time again for our annual spring picnic at the Sea Pines Forest Preserve on Sunday May 20th
Immediately following service
Brochures and maps will be in the lobby along with a sign-up sheet
More details to follow in Mayrsquos newsletter
For more information call 363-2329 or email libbabeermangmailcom
8 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
covenants to affirm and promote
The inherent worth and dignity of every person
Justice equity and compassion in human relations
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 within our congregation and in the society at large
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
The Living Tradition Which We Share Draws From Many Sources
Direct experience of that transcending mystery and wonder affirmed in all cultures which moves us to a renewal of the spirit and an openness to the forces which create and uphold life
Words and deeds of prophetic women and men which challenge us to confront powers and structures of evil with justice compassion and the transforming power of love
Wisdom from the worldrsquos religions which inspire us in our ethical and spiritual life
Jewish and Christian teachings which call us to respond to Godrsquos love by loving our neighbors as ourselves
Humanist teachings which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and the results of science and warn us against idolatries of the mind and spirit
Spiritual teachings of earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sa-cred circle of life and instruct us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
Our Mission To enrich and clarify our understanding of religious thought
to provide experiences for spiritual growth to encourage and protect the right of individual freedom of belief
to promote the democratic process in human relations and to advance these principles for the benefit of each other
our community and our world
Editor Mary-Michael Hanbury
Email sapidsisteryahoocom
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
110 Malphrus Road
Bluffton SC 29910
(843) 837-3330
infoUULowcountryorg
wwwUULowcountryorg
Senior Minister Manuel Holland
Religious Education Ann Harrison
President Peggy Tweel
Leadership Staff
Committees
Aesthetics amp Deacutecor Fran Farrell
Beyond Sundays Folly King
Building Maintenance
Volunteers Needed
Care Committee Dan Tweel
Grounds Mary A Walker Jeffrey Donahue
Finance Dan Tweel
Hospitality Anthony Serpe
Membership Ron Titus
Music Kathy Burmeister
Planned Giving Coordinator Rev Manuel Holland
Religious Education Carol Weir
Social Activities Libba Beerman
Worship
Cheryl McCarthy
Social Justice Groups
E Team Harry Gregory
Family Promise
9
Th
e Lo
wco
un
try Be
acon
Ap
ril 20
12
Stan
din
g o
n th
e Side o
f Love in
Blu
ffton
an
d H
ilton
Hea
d Isla
nd
for 3
5 yea
rs
APRIL 2012 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
1000 Worship
rdquoShare the Laughterrdquo
UU Rev Jane Page
2
3
4 700 pm
Pizza Party
Dorothy F
Hilton Head Plantation
5 6
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
7
8
1000 Worship
ldquoWhat Will Become Of The
Dreamrdquo
UU Rev Dr Neal Jones
9
700 pm
Pizza Party
UUCL
10
700 pm
Pizza Party
Carol F
Sun City
11
12
13
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
14
15 May
Newsletter Deadline
1000 Worship
ldquoLife Before Deathrdquo
UU Rev Manuel Holland
16
17
18
530 pm
Membership Committee
19
630 pm
Board of Trustees
20
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
21
530 - 830 pm Eating Without Meat of the Lowcountry
22 1000 Worship
ldquoThe Dodorsquos Dilemma
There Goes the Neighbor-
hoodrdquo
UU Rev Dave Johnson
23 24
25
630 pm
Knitterrsquos Circle
26
27
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
28
29
1000 Worship
What About Jesus
UU Rev Lynne Garner
30
6 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
THE SOUTHERN UU LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE(SUULE)
Sixty-two UU Leaders gathered during the week of February 19th to grow their leadership skills Each dayrsquos theme was based on one of James Luther Adamrsquos Five Smooth Stones of Lib-eral Religion
1 Revelation is open and continuous 2 Relationships are consensual never coerced 3 We have an obligation to work toward a just and loving community 4 We deny the immaculate conception of virtue good things are done through hard work done by human
hands 5 Resources both human and divine are available to help us achieve meaningful changes and that is the
reason for ultimate optimism Our days started with worship centered on that dayrsquos smooth stone We then learned new lead-ership tools and new ways to see the world The lectures were followed by practicing what we had learned in small groups We then came together into whole group to share our experiences In the evening we participated in a wide offering of spiritual practices to help us decompress from the dayrsquos activities We finished our day in small covenant groups that facilitated deep sharing in a safe space Participants faculty and staff left on a high with big plans and bright hopes for the future of our congregations our UU Association and the world Follow up quarterly teleconferences will be held so that participants can share their accomplishments and struggles From Peter Kandis (Peter Kandis is a new member of our congregation and the Dean of SUULE He and Ann Harrison will be married this month and Peter will move to Hilton Head)
SAVE THE DATE
UUCLrsquos Annual Business Meeting will immediately
follow May 20thrsquos worship service
The Annual Picnic Potluck will take place from
Noon to 4 pm the same day
7 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
Dear Members and Friends
We have some special events occurring during April and May
April marks the beginning of our pledge campaign One of the reasons we are able to live out our mission and achieve our goals and dreams is the generous financial support of members and friends Your giving enables UUCL to continue to hold up the light of our liberal religion and to keep our flame burning for fu-ture generations For more information on our pledge campaign see Treasurer Dan Tweelrsquos article in this newsletter
On Sunday May 20th there are two special events following our worship service First we will have the an-nual business meeting of the congregation immediately following the service The agenda will include the election of Officers and Board Members and adoption of the Board Approved Budget for fiscal 2012-2013 Then our annual picnic potluck will be from noon until 4 PM at Sea Pines Forest Preserve a beautiful 605-acre preserve located in Sea Pines Plantation
Although we come from many diverse backgrounds each of us brings something unique and special to our beloved religious community with each individual important to the whole
In fellowship Peggy
Itrsquos time again for our annual spring picnic at the Sea Pines Forest Preserve on Sunday May 20th
Immediately following service
Brochures and maps will be in the lobby along with a sign-up sheet
More details to follow in Mayrsquos newsletter
For more information call 363-2329 or email libbabeermangmailcom
8 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
covenants to affirm and promote
The inherent worth and dignity of every person
Justice equity and compassion in human relations
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 within our congregation and in the society at large
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
The Living Tradition Which We Share Draws From Many Sources
Direct experience of that transcending mystery and wonder affirmed in all cultures which moves us to a renewal of the spirit and an openness to the forces which create and uphold life
Words and deeds of prophetic women and men which challenge us to confront powers and structures of evil with justice compassion and the transforming power of love
Wisdom from the worldrsquos religions which inspire us in our ethical and spiritual life
Jewish and Christian teachings which call us to respond to Godrsquos love by loving our neighbors as ourselves
Humanist teachings which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and the results of science and warn us against idolatries of the mind and spirit
Spiritual teachings of earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sa-cred circle of life and instruct us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
Our Mission To enrich and clarify our understanding of religious thought
to provide experiences for spiritual growth to encourage and protect the right of individual freedom of belief
to promote the democratic process in human relations and to advance these principles for the benefit of each other
our community and our world
Editor Mary-Michael Hanbury
Email sapidsisteryahoocom
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
110 Malphrus Road
Bluffton SC 29910
(843) 837-3330
infoUULowcountryorg
wwwUULowcountryorg
Senior Minister Manuel Holland
Religious Education Ann Harrison
President Peggy Tweel
Leadership Staff
Committees
Aesthetics amp Deacutecor Fran Farrell
Beyond Sundays Folly King
Building Maintenance
Volunteers Needed
Care Committee Dan Tweel
Grounds Mary A Walker Jeffrey Donahue
Finance Dan Tweel
Hospitality Anthony Serpe
Membership Ron Titus
Music Kathy Burmeister
Planned Giving Coordinator Rev Manuel Holland
Religious Education Carol Weir
Social Activities Libba Beerman
Worship
Cheryl McCarthy
Social Justice Groups
E Team Harry Gregory
Family Promise
9
Th
e Lo
wco
un
try Be
acon
Ap
ril 20
12
Stan
din
g o
n th
e Side o
f Love in
Blu
ffton
an
d H
ilton
Hea
d Isla
nd
for 3
5 yea
rs
APRIL 2012 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
1000 Worship
rdquoShare the Laughterrdquo
UU Rev Jane Page
2
3
4 700 pm
Pizza Party
Dorothy F
Hilton Head Plantation
5 6
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
7
8
1000 Worship
ldquoWhat Will Become Of The
Dreamrdquo
UU Rev Dr Neal Jones
9
700 pm
Pizza Party
UUCL
10
700 pm
Pizza Party
Carol F
Sun City
11
12
13
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
14
15 May
Newsletter Deadline
1000 Worship
ldquoLife Before Deathrdquo
UU Rev Manuel Holland
16
17
18
530 pm
Membership Committee
19
630 pm
Board of Trustees
20
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
21
530 - 830 pm Eating Without Meat of the Lowcountry
22 1000 Worship
ldquoThe Dodorsquos Dilemma
There Goes the Neighbor-
hoodrdquo
UU Rev Dave Johnson
23 24
25
630 pm
Knitterrsquos Circle
26
27
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
28
29
1000 Worship
What About Jesus
UU Rev Lynne Garner
30
7 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
Dear Members and Friends
We have some special events occurring during April and May
April marks the beginning of our pledge campaign One of the reasons we are able to live out our mission and achieve our goals and dreams is the generous financial support of members and friends Your giving enables UUCL to continue to hold up the light of our liberal religion and to keep our flame burning for fu-ture generations For more information on our pledge campaign see Treasurer Dan Tweelrsquos article in this newsletter
On Sunday May 20th there are two special events following our worship service First we will have the an-nual business meeting of the congregation immediately following the service The agenda will include the election of Officers and Board Members and adoption of the Board Approved Budget for fiscal 2012-2013 Then our annual picnic potluck will be from noon until 4 PM at Sea Pines Forest Preserve a beautiful 605-acre preserve located in Sea Pines Plantation
Although we come from many diverse backgrounds each of us brings something unique and special to our beloved religious community with each individual important to the whole
In fellowship Peggy
Itrsquos time again for our annual spring picnic at the Sea Pines Forest Preserve on Sunday May 20th
Immediately following service
Brochures and maps will be in the lobby along with a sign-up sheet
More details to follow in Mayrsquos newsletter
For more information call 363-2329 or email libbabeermangmailcom
8 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
covenants to affirm and promote
The inherent worth and dignity of every person
Justice equity and compassion in human relations
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 within our congregation and in the society at large
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
The Living Tradition Which We Share Draws From Many Sources
Direct experience of that transcending mystery and wonder affirmed in all cultures which moves us to a renewal of the spirit and an openness to the forces which create and uphold life
Words and deeds of prophetic women and men which challenge us to confront powers and structures of evil with justice compassion and the transforming power of love
Wisdom from the worldrsquos religions which inspire us in our ethical and spiritual life
Jewish and Christian teachings which call us to respond to Godrsquos love by loving our neighbors as ourselves
Humanist teachings which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and the results of science and warn us against idolatries of the mind and spirit
Spiritual teachings of earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sa-cred circle of life and instruct us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
Our Mission To enrich and clarify our understanding of religious thought
to provide experiences for spiritual growth to encourage and protect the right of individual freedom of belief
to promote the democratic process in human relations and to advance these principles for the benefit of each other
our community and our world
Editor Mary-Michael Hanbury
Email sapidsisteryahoocom
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
110 Malphrus Road
Bluffton SC 29910
(843) 837-3330
infoUULowcountryorg
wwwUULowcountryorg
Senior Minister Manuel Holland
Religious Education Ann Harrison
President Peggy Tweel
Leadership Staff
Committees
Aesthetics amp Deacutecor Fran Farrell
Beyond Sundays Folly King
Building Maintenance
Volunteers Needed
Care Committee Dan Tweel
Grounds Mary A Walker Jeffrey Donahue
Finance Dan Tweel
Hospitality Anthony Serpe
Membership Ron Titus
Music Kathy Burmeister
Planned Giving Coordinator Rev Manuel Holland
Religious Education Carol Weir
Social Activities Libba Beerman
Worship
Cheryl McCarthy
Social Justice Groups
E Team Harry Gregory
Family Promise
9
Th
e Lo
wco
un
try Be
acon
Ap
ril 20
12
Stan
din
g o
n th
e Side o
f Love in
Blu
ffton
an
d H
ilton
Hea
d Isla
nd
for 3
5 yea
rs
APRIL 2012 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
1000 Worship
rdquoShare the Laughterrdquo
UU Rev Jane Page
2
3
4 700 pm
Pizza Party
Dorothy F
Hilton Head Plantation
5 6
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
7
8
1000 Worship
ldquoWhat Will Become Of The
Dreamrdquo
UU Rev Dr Neal Jones
9
700 pm
Pizza Party
UUCL
10
700 pm
Pizza Party
Carol F
Sun City
11
12
13
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
14
15 May
Newsletter Deadline
1000 Worship
ldquoLife Before Deathrdquo
UU Rev Manuel Holland
16
17
18
530 pm
Membership Committee
19
630 pm
Board of Trustees
20
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
21
530 - 830 pm Eating Without Meat of the Lowcountry
22 1000 Worship
ldquoThe Dodorsquos Dilemma
There Goes the Neighbor-
hoodrdquo
UU Rev Dave Johnson
23 24
25
630 pm
Knitterrsquos Circle
26
27
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
28
29
1000 Worship
What About Jesus
UU Rev Lynne Garner
30
8 The Lowcountry Beacon April 2012
Standing on the Side of Love in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island for 35 years
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
covenants to affirm and promote
The inherent worth and dignity of every person
Justice equity and compassion in human relations
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 within our congregation and in the society at large
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
The Living Tradition Which We Share Draws From Many Sources
Direct experience of that transcending mystery and wonder affirmed in all cultures which moves us to a renewal of the spirit and an openness to the forces which create and uphold life
Words and deeds of prophetic women and men which challenge us to confront powers and structures of evil with justice compassion and the transforming power of love
Wisdom from the worldrsquos religions which inspire us in our ethical and spiritual life
Jewish and Christian teachings which call us to respond to Godrsquos love by loving our neighbors as ourselves
Humanist teachings which counsel us to heed the guidance of reason and the results of science and warn us against idolatries of the mind and spirit
Spiritual teachings of earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sa-cred circle of life and instruct us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
Our Mission To enrich and clarify our understanding of religious thought
to provide experiences for spiritual growth to encourage and protect the right of individual freedom of belief
to promote the democratic process in human relations and to advance these principles for the benefit of each other
our community and our world
Editor Mary-Michael Hanbury
Email sapidsisteryahoocom
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry
110 Malphrus Road
Bluffton SC 29910
(843) 837-3330
infoUULowcountryorg
wwwUULowcountryorg
Senior Minister Manuel Holland
Religious Education Ann Harrison
President Peggy Tweel
Leadership Staff
Committees
Aesthetics amp Deacutecor Fran Farrell
Beyond Sundays Folly King
Building Maintenance
Volunteers Needed
Care Committee Dan Tweel
Grounds Mary A Walker Jeffrey Donahue
Finance Dan Tweel
Hospitality Anthony Serpe
Membership Ron Titus
Music Kathy Burmeister
Planned Giving Coordinator Rev Manuel Holland
Religious Education Carol Weir
Social Activities Libba Beerman
Worship
Cheryl McCarthy
Social Justice Groups
E Team Harry Gregory
Family Promise
9
Th
e Lo
wco
un
try Be
acon
Ap
ril 20
12
Stan
din
g o
n th
e Side o
f Love in
Blu
ffton
an
d H
ilton
Hea
d Isla
nd
for 3
5 yea
rs
APRIL 2012 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
1000 Worship
rdquoShare the Laughterrdquo
UU Rev Jane Page
2
3
4 700 pm
Pizza Party
Dorothy F
Hilton Head Plantation
5 6
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
7
8
1000 Worship
ldquoWhat Will Become Of The
Dreamrdquo
UU Rev Dr Neal Jones
9
700 pm
Pizza Party
UUCL
10
700 pm
Pizza Party
Carol F
Sun City
11
12
13
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
14
15 May
Newsletter Deadline
1000 Worship
ldquoLife Before Deathrdquo
UU Rev Manuel Holland
16
17
18
530 pm
Membership Committee
19
630 pm
Board of Trustees
20
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
21
530 - 830 pm Eating Without Meat of the Lowcountry
22 1000 Worship
ldquoThe Dodorsquos Dilemma
There Goes the Neighbor-
hoodrdquo
UU Rev Dave Johnson
23 24
25
630 pm
Knitterrsquos Circle
26
27
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
28
29
1000 Worship
What About Jesus
UU Rev Lynne Garner
30
9
Th
e Lo
wco
un
try Be
acon
Ap
ril 20
12
Stan
din
g o
n th
e Side o
f Love in
Blu
ffton
an
d H
ilton
Hea
d Isla
nd
for 3
5 yea
rs
APRIL 2012 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
1000 Worship
rdquoShare the Laughterrdquo
UU Rev Jane Page
2
3
4 700 pm
Pizza Party
Dorothy F
Hilton Head Plantation
5 6
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
7
8
1000 Worship
ldquoWhat Will Become Of The
Dreamrdquo
UU Rev Dr Neal Jones
9
700 pm
Pizza Party
UUCL
10
700 pm
Pizza Party
Carol F
Sun City
11
12
13
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
14
15 May
Newsletter Deadline
1000 Worship
ldquoLife Before Deathrdquo
UU Rev Manuel Holland
16
17
18
530 pm
Membership Committee
19
630 pm
Board of Trustees
20
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
21
530 - 830 pm Eating Without Meat of the Lowcountry
22 1000 Worship
ldquoThe Dodorsquos Dilemma
There Goes the Neighbor-
hoodrdquo
UU Rev Dave Johnson
23 24
25
630 pm
Knitterrsquos Circle
26
27
400-530 pm
Psycho Drama Workshop
28
29
1000 Worship
What About Jesus
UU Rev Lynne Garner
30
