Announcements

Building and Grounds Work Day — 14 July 2012

On Saturday (14 July 2012), we will have a Building and Grounds Work Day from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Join us to paint the Pre-K/K-1 room (Room 1), which also serves as our bridal dressing room and the weekly home of our Saturday meditation group (who will be moving for one day only).

Bring gloves, and your willingness to join with your All Souls friends in building community while we beautify our space!  If painting is not for you, there are always other tasks to be found, and snacks for the crew are also much appreciated.

8 July 2012 Worship

Please join us on Sunday (8 July 2012) at 11:00 AM for “After the Fireworks:  Liberal Religion – Show Me Your Papers.” by Claudia Harris.

One of our most requested speakers, All Souls member and professional counselor Claudia Harris returns to our pulpit this morning exploring our Unitarian Universalist tradition of social justice.

1 July 2012 Worship Service

Please join us this Sunday (1 July 2012) at 11:00 AM for “How Faith Informs Activism” by Frances Kelley.

Frances Kelley is a political organizer and committed liberal Christian. A number of you will remember her from her work on the removal of the Confederate flag from the Caddo Parish Courthouse, the ongoing efforts to enact anti-bullying legislation in Louisiana and the opposition to Governor Jindal’s recent educational “reforms.” Join us to hear her talk about the influence of her faith on her activism.

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Louisiana Trans Advocates Potluck — 1 July 2012

On Sunday afternoon (1 July 2012) at 1:30 PM, the Shreveport Chapter of Louisiana Trans Advocates will host a potluck in the Social Hall at All Souls.

The Shreveport Chapter of this statewide group is now meeting regularly at All Souls on the first Sunday of each month. Please bring a dish to share and take some time to welcome and get to know them.

Vegetarian Potluck After Worship Service (24 June 2012)

Please join us in the social hall at 12:15 PM after the 24 June 2012 worship service for this feast.

Bring the bounty from your garden or the Shreveport Farmer’s Market.  And then share your favorite veggie recipes.  Or you can share your favorite vegetarian takeout.

Not familiar or comfortable with vegetarian cooking? Try Lightlife, — one of many websites with a wide variety of vegetarian recipes.  Explore and enjoy!

Be a Guest Columnist in the July Newsletter

In the May 2012 newsletter, Susan Caldwell (All Souls Director of Religious Education) asked you to consider sharing your personal spiritual story, your beliefs and ideas about this life, and perhaps some of the experiences that brought you to this stage of your journey.

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Help Support PACE’s 4th Annual Gay and Lesbian Film Festival

Your Donation to help All Souls co-sponsor the PACE 4th Annual North Louisiana Gay and Lesbian Film Festival just got easier.

2014 NW Louisiana Gay and Lesbian Film Festival

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“Be Fair Shreveport” Business Forum

How can Shreveport attract the “creative class” of knowledge-based workers?

Come find out on Wednesday (20 June 2012) at 5:30 PM at CoHabitat (610 Commerce Street, Shreveport, Louisiana).

Be Fair Shreveport

A panel of experts will discuss how Shreveport can become more economically competitive in a global economy.

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17 June 2012 Worship Service — Reflections on Father’s Day

Please join us this Sunday (17 June 2012) at 11:00 AM for “Reflections on Father’s Day” with Jonathan Gibson, Steve Caldwell, and Phil Boswell.

Join us to hear from three of our members at three different stages on the joyful and challenging journey of fatherhood.

Renee Boswell (Phil’s daughter) is the worship associate for this service.

In the Religious Education Wing, the Seven Principle Summer continues as the 2nd – 5th Graders learn about the First Principle — celebrating The Inherent Worth and Dignity of Every Person (“Every person is important and valuable”).

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