Announcements

Religious Education for All Ages (16 March 2014)

UnderstandingTheBiblePlease join us on Sunday (16 March 2014) at 9:00 AM for Religious Education for All Ages.

The adult class will continue with Understanding the Bible: A Guide for Skeptics, Seekers and Religious Liberals based on the book of the same name by Rev. Buehrens.  This week, we continue our exploration of the Christian Testament where we will encounter the Passion stories:

The related materials are in Rev. John Buehrens’ book on  pages 156-159.

Religious Education for Children and Youth will continue our pillar on Peace, Social Justice and the Interdependent Web.  Focusing on our Second, Sixth, and Seventh Principles and our Second Source; the Children and Youth will begin their pillar on Peace, Social Justice and the Interdependent Web.  You can find our UUA Principles and Sources here.

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Irish Music Concert (15 March 2014)

IrishMusicPlease join us on Saturday night (15 March 2014) from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM for a night of Irish folk music.

Renowned performer of Irish and Scottish music Bill Conly and his music partners Bob Jordan and Jim Huckabay will be providing lilting Celtic music for a St. Patrick’s Day Celebration in the Social Hall at All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church.

All lovers of Irish and Scottish music and St. Patrick’s Day revelers are welcome.  Bring the kids.  Make your worthy donation at the door.

Visit the “Libations for Donations” drink area for an Irish brew or two.  Free snacks provided.

All funds raised will go to All Souls.

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9 March 2014 Worship and Religious Education Classes

GateInGardenPlease join us on Sunday (9 March 2014) at 10:30 AM for our all-ages worship service — “Following a Good Lead” by Rev. Barbara Jarrell.

The service will include a new member book-signing, and will end out on the playground with a Blessing of the Playground, followed by a cookout/potluck.

Please bring a dish to share and join us for the festive celebration.

At 9:30 AM, we will have our Religious Education classes for all ages.

Our Children and Youth will continue on in their Pillar on Peace, Social Justice and the Interdependent Web by focusing on our Second, Sixth and Seventh Principles and our Second Source (more information on our Principles and Source can be found here).

UnderstandingTheBible Our adults will continue with the “Understanding the Bible: A Guide for Skeptics, Seekers and Religious Liberals” class (based on Rev. John Buehrens’ book by the same name).

This week, we continue our exploration of the Christian Testament.  We will look at the Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10: 25-37).  If time permits, we will begin looking at the Passion stories:

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Fuller Center Building 50th House in Shreveport

In partnership with Asbury United Methodist Church, The Fuller Center looks forward to breaking ground on the Barry Hughes House in Katy’s Corner.

This weekend, Asbury UMC and The Fuller Center along with many other partners will break ground on The Barry Hughes House in the Scott-Dickerson neighborhood of Bossier City.

This special build is a way to honor the life of Katy Watkins and the spiritual guidance she received from Rev. Dr. Barry E. Hughes by performing acts of service and giving to others.  However, we still need volunteers to make it all happen!

To volunteer, please go to Asbury’s volunteer website and follow the instructions to register for the KATY II Build.

Please note, that all construction volunteers must be age 18 or older.  Younger groups wanting to help with site cleanup can contact Angela Pfanner at 746-5349.

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#GetCovered Shreveport (8 March 2014)

#GetCovered Shreveport will be happening at Mall St. Vincent (in front of Sears) on Saturday (8 March 2014) from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Shreveport Mayor Cedric Glover is leading a massive mission to get Shreveport residents enrolled under the Affordable Care Act.

The “Get Covered Shreveport” campaign is being spearheaded by local barbers, beauticians, health care professionals, community and faith-based organizations committed to helping people prepare to register on Saturday.

Volunteers will be available at this event to help individuals enroll on the spot.

The #GetCovered Shreveport Day of action seeks to:

  • Inform people about new coverage options and the financial assistance available
  • Provide information to help people make the best health care decision for themselves and their families
  • Offer trained counselors to discuss appropriate options, either in person or via telephone

In order to enroll, applicants will need the following:

  1. Social Security numbers (or document numbers for legal immigrants)
  2. Employer and income information for every member of your household who needs coverage (for example, pay stubs or W-2 forms)
  3. Policy numbers for any current health insurance plans covering household members.
  4. A completed Employer Coverage Tool for every job-based plan you or someone in your household is eligible.

For more information — call 1-800-318-2596 or visit www.healthcare.gov.

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Building and Grounds Work Day — 8 March 2014

BuildingAndGroundsPlease join us on Saturday (8 March 2014) from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Tasks for all ages and abilities, inside and out. Come all day or just for a little while.

Do what you can, and get to know your All Souls friends better working side by side.  Bringing snacks for the crew is most welcome too.

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Attaining Spiritual Sight — A Workshop with Gary Renard and Cindy Lora-Renard (5 April 2014)

RenardPlease join us on 5 April 2014 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM for “Attaining Spiritual Sight — A Workshop with Gary Renard and Cindy Lora-Renard (Acclaimed Teachers of A Course in Miracles)

The goal of this workshop is to give you techniques to get in touch with your true nature, experience true peace, and make it your everyday way of living.

  • Gain tools in the attainment of spiritual sight, and methods of not making the error of separation real.
  • Get in touch with your true nature, which is immortal and fearless.
  • Learn how to experience peace of mind regardless of what is going on out there on the screen we call the world.

Continue reading “Attaining Spiritual Sight — A Workshop with Gary Renard and Cindy Lora-Renard (5 April 2014)”

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Enneagram II Workshop: Integration and Spirituality (14-15 March 2014)

We will be hosting “Enneagram II: Integration and Spirituality” on Friday (14 March 2014) and Saturday (15 March 2014):

  • Friday — 6:30 PM – 9:15 PM
  • Saturday — 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

EnneagramDiagram“Now that I have my number, what do I do with it?”

Continue reading “Enneagram II Workshop: Integration and Spirituality (14-15 March 2014)”

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2 March 2014 Worship and Religious Education Classes

MelissaFlournoyPlease join us on Sunday (2 March 2014) at 10:30 AM for worship service featuring guest speaker Melissa Flournoy (State Director of Planned Parenthood, Chair of Louisiana Progress, Former State Legislator from Shreveport).  Melissa will be speaking on “Celebrating the Wisdom of Women.”

At our 9:00 AM Religious Education for All Ages, our children and youth begin their “Peace, Social Justice and the Interdependent Web” pillar.

UnderstandingTheBibleOur adults will continue the course “Understanding the Bible: A Guide for Skeptics, Seekers and Religious Liberals” (based on the book by the same name) and we will continue our exploration of the Christian Testaments.

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