by Karen Hager
Heritage UU Church congregants are invited to join the Blacksburg congregation this month for these Adult Faith Development online programs. Registration is not necessary for these class.
Sunday Circle
Sunday, March 7, 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Margo Walter and Kristine Reid present NAMI 101, an overview of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Zoom link: Sunday Circle
Spiritual Aging
Sunday, March 7, 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Blacksburg minister, Rev. Pam Phillips, leads this group that intentionally explores the process of aging. Zoom link: Spiritual Aging
Anti-Racism Group
Sundays, March 14 & 28, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
An ongoing discussion group on racial justice and white privilege. Zoom link: Anti-Racism Group. To be placed on the distribution list to receive info on upcoming topics, email Karen at:
Sunday Circle
Sunday, March 21, 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Margo Walter, author of Are You My Father?, shares her adventures in writing and self-publishing a novel, and launching a new career through marketing. Zoom link: Sunday Circle
Common Read Discussion Group
Sunday, March 21, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
The 2020-21 UUA Common Read is Breathe: A Letter to My Sons, by Imani Perry. Breathe reflects on race, racism, and the hope that one’s child will be wholly known and valued by society. It is “an unforgettable lesson in Black resistance and resilience.” Read the book, then join us for discussion on Sunday, March 21 from 11:30am – 1:00pm. Zoom link: Common Read Discussion Group
The Fifth Dimension for Adults
Tuesday, March 23, 7-8 pm
Watch a classic episode of The Twilight Zone, then participate in a discussion that’s just as relevant today as it was when the episode aired 60 years ago. This month: “The Shelter” with a discussion on living through potentially horrific events. Zoom link: The Fifth Dimension for Adults
Ongoing Weekly Programs:
Conversations on Our Faith
Meets Wednesdays, 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Discussion on a book that deepens our spiritual journey; all are welcome, even if you have not read the chapters being discussed. Current book: Evening Thoughts: Reflecting on Earth as a Sacred Community, by Thomas Berry. Zoom link: Conversations on Our Faith
Meditation
Meets Tuesdays, 5:00-6:00 p.m.
centering words and basic instruction are followed by sitting practice; non-experienced and experienced meditators are welcome. Zoom Link: Meditation
More information on these programs can be found at https://uucnrv.org/learn/adults/. If you have any questions, contact me at:
March 2021
