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Adult Choir The adult choir rehearses for approximately 1 hour weekly and performs at all services one weekend per month. No previous experience is necessary! Choir members enjoy being part of a musical community; they are not required to read music or have any vocal training. Rehearsals focus on choir music to be presented at the next month’s services; music is selected both for its musical and spiritual content. Interested singers (adults or youth in grades 7 and above) are welcome to visit any Thursday night to sing with us and explore the possibility of joining the choir. Thursdays* 7:00-8:00pm * Main Hall (See order of service for announcements regarding weeks off) For information: Jay Thomas, Music Director * This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it * 731-0849 x5
A Covenant Group is a committed group of 6 to 10 persons who gather to explore spiritual topics and find fulfillment, inspiration, spiritual deepening, and connection. Groups meet for two hours once a month. They begin each session with a brief ritual, followed by check-in, topic discussion, check-out and closing ritual. The leaders keep the group on time and on topic. The groups discuss a topic such as love, loss, simplicity or whatever the group decides is timely for them. For information: Rosann Geiser * 830-1632 * This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it See the yellow Covenant Group brochure available in the lobby for more info.
First Thursday Book Group An ongoing book discussion group open to all members and friends of the Fellowship. Books from a variety of genre are chosen by group members for the monthly reading. A listing of selections for the year is available on the sign-up board at the Fellowship. First Thursday of the month * 6:30-8:30PM For information: see the Directions newsletter each month
First Wednesdays Lunch This is a group of members, friends, and our ministers who meet informally for lunch and conversation. Anyone free during the noon hour is welcome to join us. Please indicate your sandwich preference on the sign-up board. Cost of lunch is approximately $4-$5. First Wednesday of the month * 12:00-1:30PM For information: contact the office * 731-0849 * This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Gathering Circle A monthly gathering of neo-pagans from multiple paths and with varying experience, sharing their different traditions of Celtic, Wicca, Egyptian, Buddhist, or Native American practice. Whether you are newly exploring paganism or a long time follower, come join us for discussion, ritual, music, and more! Fourth Monday of the month * 7-9PM For information: Heather Westley* 722-2292 * This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Hegelian Society Informal, loud, and energetic discussion group addressing current and past political & religious topics. Meets for lunch; no ign-up/reservation necessary. Tuesdays * 12-1PM * McDonalds on Racine Street in Menasha For Information: Bob Nordlander * 725-1864 * This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Men’s Group This group gathers in the homes of members for the chance to talk in a deep, meaningful, and personal way. To facilitate the goal of intimacy, the group has established a few ground rules: no alcohol; no talk about professional sports; no talking about men who are in the group but not present; and the confidentiality of the conversation that is shared in the group. There is a traditional Winter Retreat and a newly-added and less-structured Summer Retreat at the end of July. First Tuesday of the month * 7-9:30PM * Fellowship Third Wednesday of the month * 7-9:30PM * in members’ homes For information: Dave Gerlach * 734-5888 * This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or Marty Arnold * 734-6129 * This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Goddess Group Women of varied ages, interests and affinities meet for sharing, mutual support, and lively conversation each Monday morning. Topics vary and may include a book study, watching and reflecting on a video, discussion, or a creative activity. This group is open to all women of the congregation and honors the spirit of each woman. It is not specifically a neo-pagan group. Every Monday * 9-11AM For information: contact CyAnn Martin * 729-0477
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Smiling Dandelion Sangha The purpose of the Smiling Dandelion Sangha is to provide a flexible structure in which to explore mindfulness, participate in meditation practices; read and discuss writings by Thich Nhat Hanh and other mindfulness authors. The group is open to all who are interested in the group's purpose with any level of meditation experience. Sundays * 6:30-8:30 PM For information: Nel Govek* 836-3000 * This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Tuesday Morning Playgroup This weekly playgroup is a good opportunity for young children and their parents to get together to play during the week. The Nursery room at the Fellowship provides a familiar and welcoming play area. Bring your own snack and drinks if you would like. No sign-up necessary. Every Tuesday * 9-10:30AM For information: Marie Murton, Membership Coordinator * 731-0849 * This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
UU Book Club Monthly discussion of a fiction or non-fiction book of modest length. Books are chosen by members on a rotating basis, not with an eye to what the others’ usual interests are, but with an eye to what the selector thinks would be good for the others to read. (We avoid non-fiction books of a detailed, technical nature accessible only to specialized readers.) Members agree to make an honest effort to completely read books selected, and usually end up saying “thanks, I never would have read that on my own.” Third Thursday of the month * 7:15-9:30PM *in members’ homes, but occasionally at the Fellowship For information: Ed Hudak * This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or Jeanette Skwor * 920-866-9835
UU Freethinkers Symposium The Freethinkers Symposium meets to discuss articles selected by members on a rotating basis with an eye to generating energetic discussion. We have been able to attract people from across the spectrum of political and religious views and work at being a group of jolly good guys and gals despite our differences. Second Sunday of the month * check weekly calendar in foyer for room* 8:30-10:15AM For information: Gene Gibas * This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or Jeanette Skwor * 920-866-9835
Women’s Wisdom Circle Women of all ages and lifestyles meet at members’ homes for a potluck supper, laughter, and sharing of lives and spiritual journeys. Monthly Friday Meeting * 6:30PM * Meeting place varies For information: Ronna Swift * 920-733-8394 * This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Zen Meditation Group Give yourself the gift of quiet sitting. The session includes morning service and meditation, concluding with a Dharma talk and discussion. Consultation with a Zen teacher is available if desired. Please be seated in the Zendo by 6:25 a.m.; arrive by 6:15 a.m. for a brief orientation and sitting instruction if needed. Sitting cushions, kneeling benches, and chairs are provided. Website www.appletonzen.org. Saturdays * 6:30-8:30 AM For information: Bill Frackelton * 920-422-1243 * This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Zen Meditation Leadership: Taiso (Byran Bartow), Manju (Bill Frackelton), and senior students. |
