Next Sunday, March 14, Howard Brody -- “The Best Way To Do Health Reform”

Enjoy a review of a prototype for thoughtful public debate about health reform - the Oregon Health Decisions movement of the late 1970’s and early 1980’s.   Our speaker will suggest that we have missed a major opportunity to engage the public in a sensible discussion of health reform options, and, as a result, we are today far too easily stampeded by scare claims about health care “rationing” and “death panels.”  The session is planned to promote active discussion and dialogue.  Howard Brody is Director of the Institute for the Medical Humanities at UTMB.

Greeter:  Sandra Sullivan                                       Board Member of the Day:  Patrick McGuffey   
 Facilitator:  Bets Anderson                                     Music:  Woody Dickson

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Special Collection for March:  Our March special collection on Sunday, March 14, will be for the "What Moves Us Program". What Moves Us is a program that explores the life experiences of both historic and contemporary Unitarian Universalist theologians, highlighting that which caused in them a change of heart, a new direction, new hope, and a deeper understanding of their own liberal faith. This program offers a chance for participants to engage with and bring their personal experiences to bear upon the very questions explored by each theologian in turn. It offers not only a pathway for development of one’s own personal theology, but a deep understanding of many of the threads of our Unitarian, Universalist, and Unitarian Universalist theological heritage.         
       
THIS WEEK AT THE FELLOWSHIP

March 9 - 15, 2010

TUESDAY
Dance Class, 7pm: Next 2 Tuesdays, Robert, Tango 7-8pm  Archie will not be teaching at that time. Please note change in price is $75 per year per person; over 65, $60; UU members ½ price.

WEDNESDAY:
UU Bowl Makers, 5-7pm, meet every Wednesday evening to make ceramic bowls for the annual “Empty Bowl” fundraiser for the Jesse Tree.  No experience necessary; all materials provided.  Mark your calendar for the next Empty Bowl” event, April 16, 2010.

The Program Committee  will meet Wednesday at the Mosquito Café on 14th St. at 6:00 PM; all are welcome!

AA Phoenix Group, 8 pm:  For information contact Robert G. at (409) 392-7005.
 
    Book Discussion Group, March 10, 7pm: Join us in this enlightening discussion of the Hungry Tide.

THURSDAY:
Buddhist Meditation, 5:15 - 7:45 pm.   All are welcome.  Contact Terry Conrad 409-599-7268 with any questions.  This week Terry’s friend and long-time dharma teacher, Brandan, will be joining the group. 

Dance Class, 7pm:  Betty and Louis, Waltz 7-8pm; Rumba 8-9pm.  5th week practice at same class time and location TBA.

SATURDAY: 
 UU Book Sale this Saturday from 9 am - 2:00 pm.  Buy books, donate books, bring a friend!

SUNDAY:
Adult Religion Education, 9am:  Resumes its weekly meetings in the RE room.  Join us for stimulating discussions each Sunday morning.  We are currently reading John Shelby Spong’s latest book, Eternal Life:  A New Vision:  Beyond Religion, Beyond Theism, Beyond Heaven and Hell.  There are a few extra copies of the book.  Ask Madeleine Baker for details.    

Social Action Committee: Meets right after the service in the Adult RE room.

AA Phoenix Group, 8pm:  For information contact Robert G. at (409) 392-7005. Meets in the Sanctuary.

MONDAY:
A Course in Miracles, 11am: All are welcome to join this world-renowned course in spirituality. To join them, or for more information, contact Laura Murrell.

Zen Meditation, 5:30pm.  The Zen Island Fellowship welcomes new members to attend. Visit their website at <http://www.galvestonzen.org/> for more information.

 UPCOMING EVENTS

The Supper Circle for March is filled.  Sign up for next month’s get-together!
Empty Bowls event, April 16 See or email Sandra Sullivan (sandra-sullivan@att.net <mailto:sandra-sullivan@att.net> ) if you can bring a dessert.

Attic Treasure Sale, May 1, Members’ night, April 30: Please begin collecting your donations, and let Margaret or Fanny know if and when you can help with set up Friday and sales on Saturday.

Have a great week!