All-Ages Halloween Celebration
October27 at10:30 am
Please hold your applause until the conclusion of the service
Opening Music Take the A Train, Billy Strayhorn CaelanCardello
Opening Words Arthur EvesandDavid Horst
When the Woodchuck Chuckles, Lottie C. VanDerveer
Chalice Lighting Martha and Rab Bell
*OpeningHymn #188 Come, Come, Whoever You Are
Welcome Mr. EvesandRobin Slaw
Our Mission
Central Unitarian Church welcomes allinto a home of spiritual diversity
that challenges usto become our best selves,to minister to one another in love,
and to serve the greater community.
Remembering Our Ancestors Ms. Slaw
Creating Ancestor Sticks
Offertory Words Mr. Eves
Offertory Myra Aaronson, Joe Cardello and Mr. Eves
Magpie, Dave Dodds
Story for All Ages Ms. Slaw
The Story of Halloween, adapted from story by Rebecca Kelley-Morgan
Sharing Joys and Sorrows Rev. Horst
Speaking the Names
Time for Reflection Rev. Horst
Procession and Singing Gathered Here
Gathered here in the mystery of the hour.
Gathered here in one strong body
Gathered here in the struggle and the power.
Spirit, draw near. -Philip A. Porter
Musical Interlude Body and Soul, Johnny Green Mr. Cardello
Reflection The Thin Veil Rev. Horst
*ClosingHymn #52 In Sweet Fields of Autumn
Closing Words Rev. Horst and Mr. Eves
To Work Magic, Starhawk
Extinguishing the Chalice
Closing Music The House Band and Matt Aderson
Monster Mash, Bobby Pickett
*Please rise in body or spirit.
PARTICIPATING THIS WEEK:
Worship Leaders: Arthur Eves, Robin Slaw and David Horst
Music: Music Director - Matt Anderson, the House Band - Myra Aaronson, and
Joe and CaelanCardello
Welcome Team Captain: Zoe Fechner
Welcome Hosts: Domnica Horst-Loy, Jim and Louise Lessersohn, Christine Lozier and
David Topolewski,
Chalice Lighter: Martha and Rab Bell
Coffee: Marilyn Masur and Chris Dominquez
Flowers: Lauren Caliolio, in loving memeory of Joe Martinez
Lifespan Faith Development Program
Lifespan Faith Development for people of all ages is one of our key ministries. Here young and old alike pursue spiritual growth through a personal search for truth and meaning – a search informed by our faith’s core principles and diverse sources of wisdom. Children may stay for the first part of the service then leave for classes. Childcare is provided for infants and toddlers.
TODAY
Children’sRoom carefrom 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Playground Ministry – 11:45 am till 1:30 pm
Adult Lifespan Program: Faith Like A River - Against the Flow - Orthodoxy and
Heresy– Noon –AR (kitchen side) This class explores the dynamic course of Unitarian, Universalist, and its history—the people, ideas, and movements that have shaped our faith heritage. Participants place themselves into our history and consider its legacies. What lessons do the stories of our history teach that can help us live more faithfully in the present? What lessons do they offer to be lived into the future? Moderated by Betty Heald and Joan Whelan.
Youth Group Planning meeting – Noon – Youth Room
Craft Day is an annual holiday event providing an opportunity to create decorations, greetings and gifts for the holidays. Saturday, December 14, 2013Crafts are planned for all ages and skill levels to provide an intergenerational seasonal event. Family and friends are welcome to attend.
Craft Day hours will be coordinated with rehearsals for the children’s Holiday Service.
Volunteers are needed to:
Create your own craft, purchase & gather the required materials and work the table on Craft Day. Projects for all ages and skill levels needed.
Work a craft table with instructions and materials provided.
Serve as a runner to fill in at tables as needed and help crafters find needed supplies.
Make a cold dish or platter to bring for lunch or donate beverages, baked goods, paper products, etc.
Set up or clean up the refreshments table.
We have a small budget to offset some volunteer expenses.
To volunteer, please contact:
Becky Bruce
Gina Webb-Metz
Adult Faith Development Programs
November 3: Asthetics and Unitarian Universalism – Noon – Classroom 10/11
November 17:The Cultivation of Virtue - Claiming only to transmit ancient traditions, Confucius taught a comprehensive ethic of personal development that remained influential throughout Chinese history and provided the basis for the Chinese educational system. Having been banished during Communist rule, the teachings of Confucius are regaining influence in post-Mao China, and in the future, in the rest of the world. A four-part series consisting of readings from the Analects, a compilation of Confucian ideas, supplemented by DVD lectures by Prof Mark W. Muesse of Rhodes College, and a moderated discussion.
Worship Attendance Last Sunday: Adults: 126
Today: Before and After the Service
- Endowment Trust Fund Committee meeting – 9:00 am – Annex
- Is CUC Place For You? Q & A session with the Membership – 11:45 am – Sanctuary
At the REAR of the SANCTUARY
● Listening devices are available so you can hear every word.
●Grocery cards for local grocery chains are available for purchase. You get the full face value of the card, and in return, CUC receives 5 percent on every dollar that you spend. The Center for Food Action will gladly accept donations of these cards to support our eight food pantries. These cards are particularly important during the summer months when actual donations of food decline dramatically.
●Curious about our LifespanFaith Development(LFD) programs for all ages? Stop by the Lifespan Faith DevelopmentTable in the rear of the Sanctuary and have a chat.Also LFD Committee members will be ready to help you register your childrenand youth for the 2013-2014 church year.
At the WELCOME CENTER
Welcome all visitors! We invite you to make Central Unitarian Church your spiritual home. Come by to fill out a visitors form to receive our newsletter and other information. We will be there before and after service to greet you and answer any questions.
On the STAGE
Visitors grab a cup of coffee and join us on the stage to know "Is CUC the place for you?"Every Unitarian Universalist congregation has its own personality and chooses different ways to serve its members and the greater community. As we talk about Central Unitarian Church, who we are, why we are and what we hope to be. This informal meeting is just one of the ways in which Membership can help you answer the question: "Is CUC the place for you?" Childcare is provided.If you have any questions about the Path to Membership or the meaning of membership here at CUC, please leave your name and phone or email with the host at the Welcome Center.
This Week’s Calendar
For more details go to
Monday, October 28th
- Bereavement Group – 6:00 pm – Lounge
- CUC Choir – 7:30 pm – Sanctuary
Wednesday, October 30th
- Buildings and Grounds Committee meeting – 7:00 pm
- Rummage Committee meeting – 7:30 pm – Assembly Room
- Covenant Circle [Robin Cannata] – 7:30 pm – Lounge
Friday, November 1st
- Youth Night – 7:00 pm – Youth Room
Sunday, November 3rd Daylight Saving Time begins, set Clock back one hour
- Women’s Alliance meeting – 9:00 am – Lounge
- Children’s Room carefrom 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
- Children’s Chapel: Pre-K – 3rd grade – 10:30 am – AR (parking lot side)
- Youth Group – 10:30 am – Lounge
- Sunday Service – 10:30 am – Sanctuary
- Faith Development classes: 10:45
PreK/K: Chalice Children– Classroom 10/11
Early Elem: Picture Book World Religions – Classroom 8
Late Elem: Holidays and Holy Days – Classroom 14
Middle School: Neighboring Faiths – Classroom 9
Eighth Grade: You the Creator – Annex
- Playground Ministry – 11:45 am till 1:30 pm
- Adult Lifespan Program: Aesthetics and Unitarian Universalism– Noon –
Classroom 10/11
- Outreach Auction Committee meeting – Noon – Annex
- Stewardship Committee meeting – Noon – Lounge
CUC’s 2013-14 Directory
CUC’s 2013-14 Directory of Memebrs and Friends is here-please take one. Copies are limited so if you are interested in getting electronic version call the office at 201-262-6300. One per family
Women’s Alliance Dues
Deadline to provide your financial support to CUC’s Women’s Alliance is October 31s. If you missed getting their due’s form for 2013-14, please contact the Office at 201-262-6300.
CUC’s Book Club
The Book Group will meet on Thursday, November 7, 2013 @ 7:00 pmin the Lounge to discussFlight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver, 2012.
Questions?
Contact: Gina Webb-Metz ~ 201-836-5519 ~
Betty Buffington ~ 201-485-8369 ~
Drop-In Covenant Circle
Ever want to know what we are doing in Covenant Circles, but were afraid to ask?
I have just the circle for you! I began facilitating a covenant circle for folks who are fairly new to us, or to the idea of covenant circles. Our covenant circles are usually a 12-month commitment, for 2 hours each month. This covenant circle meets 2nd Mondays from 7:30 – 9:30, at CUC in the Lounge, and our commitment is for only that night to be present with the group. You should come as you are able. The plan, similar to our well-established circles is to join in deep conversation on topics of ultimacy (the universal “us”) and intimacy (the interpersonal “us”). Think about starting some new connections. After a few circles you may decide to be part of a 12-month circle, often the connections continue long after the year is through. I hope you can make it on Monday, November 11th.
Contact: Lisa Horton / 845-398-0141
The New UU – Saturday, November 9th
In the Lounge –signup at the Welcome Center on Sunday, October 27th and November 3rd.
We invite new and prospective church members to programs introducing the history, beliefs, and practices of our liberal faith with the Rev. David Horst, Developmental Minister, and members of the Board and staff team. Participants begin the day by sharing their religious journeys. Rev. Horst also discusses the benefits and responsibilities of church membership. Light lunch provided. Childcare provided upon request. Program takes place in the lounge. Maximum twelve participants for each session.
Blood and Bone Marrow Drive
We will hold our annual blood drive on November 10 from noon – 3 pm. There will be a bloodmobile in the parking lot. In addition to the blood drive we will also have a bone marrow registration. For bone marrow one should be between the ages of 18 and 44. If you are above 44 registration is done online at On Sunday, November 3rd a representative will be at the church during the service to answer your questions. You can contact Herb Ouida at 201-265-7765 or .
Welcome to Central Unitarian Church
In 1897, a small group of folks founded the Hackensack Unitarian Congregational Church. By 1956, the congregation had outgrown its walls and moved to Paramus, changing the name to Central Unitarian Church (CUC). Our members come from all over Bergen and neighboring counties. CUC is a member of the Unitarian Universalist Association;the UUA's Central East Regional Group (CERG) that includes congregations in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania; and the UU District of Metro New York.
Contact CUC
Central Unitarian Church OFFICE: (201) 262-6300
156 Forest Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652 FAX: (201) 262-6369
EMAIL: EBSITE:
For Pastoral Needs:
Call:201-262-6300 x 202 / Email:
For emergencies: 201-262-9595
Staff and Board of Trustees
Developmental Minister: Rev. David M. Horst –
Director of Music: Matt Anderson –
Director of Lifespan Faith Development: Robin Slaw –
Choir Conductor: Robert René Galván –
Youth Program Coordinator: Amy Panetta –
Service Coordinator: Jim Karabin –
Office Manager: ShailjaRastogi –
Board of Trustees –
President: Jeff Feinstein
Vice President: MerielleLupfer
Secretary: Maria Nieves
Controllers: David Kraft & Anna Levy
Treasurers: Janice Pevide & Ruth Viera
Trustees: Zoe Fechner, Dawn Focaraccio, Amory Hartman, Jennifer Kelemen,
Kim Komonchak, Herb Ouida, Phil Sosinsky& Jill Wecht
VISION STATEMENT
Adopted by the congregation on June 10, 2012
We dream of a future in which ...CUC’s commitment to Unitarian Universalism as a union of reason and faith is a beacon to all who seek nourishment of the heart, mind and spirit in a life-changing religious home.
We dream of a future in which ...CUC is a loving community built on bonds of trust that offers powerful, tangible ways for every person who walks through our doors to work for a better world.
We dream of a future in which ...CUC offers multiple pathways to generous service in which all members and friends find personal meaning and share their abundant talents and ideas.
We dream of a future in which ...CUC celebrates the whole human experience, gathering many cultures and voices through our richly diverse programming.
We dream of a future in which ...CUC works passionately for justice and empowers each person to change lives within and beyond our walls every day.
We dream of a future in which ...Our past is honored and our resources enable this vision to flourish.
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