The Network a Publication of. University Presbyterian Church. June 2016

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The Network a Publication of University Presbyterian Church June 2016 As I write this article, we are in the height of the lilac season. I love the fragrance of their blossoms.

1 The Network a Publication of University Presbyterian Church June 2016 As I write this article, we are in the height of the lilac season. I love the fragrance of their blossoms. Sometimes I will be out walking or running in the neighborhood, and I catch a hint of the sweet fragrance in the air, but there is no lilac bush near at hand. By looking around I can sometimes locate the source of the sweet aroma off at some distance. But other times, I can t find the bush at all. The fragrance comes on the wind as a sweet gift from an unknown source. In April, Daniel Berrigan, the Jesuit priest and activist for justice and peace, died at the age of 94. He and his brother Philip, also a priest, were strong and visible voices in the Catholic social justice movement. I read a quote by Daniel Berrigan in which he stated, The good is to be done because it is good, not because it goes somewhere. I believe if it is done in that spirit, it will go somewhere, but I don t know where... I have never been seriously interested in the outcome. I thought of lilac bushes when I read that quote. Goodness is its own fragrance offered for the value we understand lies in doing good, not because we are assured of the fruits it will bring. Maybe it will land somewhere. Maybe it will not. We don t know. But we find it meaningful to join our lives with God s activity. We believe there is nothing so important as joining in God s activity, to be part of God s fragrance in the world. And we will leave the outcome to God. Shalom, Tracy

Worship Column ~ June 2016 June 5 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time with Communion 11:00 pm Coffee Hour ~ Holzwarth

1:11-24; Luke 7:11-17 June 12 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time 11:00 am Coffee Hour ~ Holzwarth Room Lectionary: 1

2:15-21; Luke 7:36-8:3 June 19 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time 10:00 am Worship service 11:00 am Coffee Hour ~

2 Worship Column ~ June 2016 June 5 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time with Communion 11:00 pm Coffee Hour ~ Holzwarth Room Lectionary: 1 Kings 16:8-16 (17-24); Ps. 146, Gal. 1:11-24; Luke 7:11-17 June 12 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time 11:00 am Coffee Hour ~ Holzwarth Room Lectionary: 1 Kings 21:1-10 (11-14) 15-21a; Ps. 5:1-8 Gal. 2:15-21; Luke 7:36-8:3 June 19 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time 10:00 am Worship service 11:00 am Coffee Hour ~ Holzwarth Room Lectionary: 1 Kings 12:1-4, (5-7) 8-15a; Ps. 42 & 43 Gal. 3:23-29; Luke 8:26-39 June 26 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time 11:00 am Coffee Hour ~ Holzwarth Room Lectionary: 2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14; Ps. 77:1-2, Gal. 5:1, 13-25; Luke 9:

University Presbyterian Food Panty Needs Your HELP!

Are you a student who needs volunteer hours?

Volunteer at the University Presbyterian Church Food Pantry Stop

current volunteers and maybe some of the clients.

The 4 ½ hour shifts once a month will be interesting and

3 University Presbyterian Food Panty Needs Your HELP! Are you looking for ways to stay active and help out? Are you a student who needs volunteer hours? Would you like to meet new people and help our community? Volunteer at the University Presbyterian Church Food Pantry Stop by on a Tuesday or Thursday between 12 pm and 4 pm and meet the current volunteers and maybe some of the clients. See what it s all about. Think about helping out. The 4 ½ hour shifts once a month will be interesting and worthwhile. Should you want to help more (yes!!!) you are most welcome. PLUS, you will feel good about the time you spend with us, helping our neighbors. Have a friend or two you would like to bring with you, that would be wonderful. We are in need of new individuals to help us with distributing food to our clients. You might guide a client through our "store" to help them choose their groceries. You might help to stock shelves. You could learn to work the check in desk. Call the Church Office for additional information. Many Thanks for your help! 3

4 Duffield News: Save these Dates! ~Summer Sessions: We are now taking registrations for our summer sessions. Get registrations in early for early bird discount. Apply for scholarships early (based on financial need. Some scholarships are available for camper whose parent volunteers their time as staff. ~Challenge Camp (July 3-9): For developmentally disabled adults ~Science/Music Camp: ( July 9-16) For children grades 1-8 ~Chipmunks: (July 9-13) For first timers grades 1-2. Parent stay is required. ~Night Owls: (July 17-23): For teens grades ~Family Camp (Aug 7-13): For single parent and blended families We are still looking for campers, counselors, nurses, and program staff. Wish List: ~work gloves, hand held power tools, dryer, washing machine, size refrigerator, microwave, room fans, towels, volleyball, soccer dutch ovens, campfire utensils, bingo prizes, colored duct tape, used store gift cards, 1 in. wooden dowels, cigar boxes, 20 foot extension ladder... dorm ball, Questions? please call Pat Cookfair-Casseri at

Our June birthdays for our Youth 20 Linnea Cotto-Ecklund Our JUNE Members 1 Thomas

Geraldine Grisante 6 Dennis Erickson 7 Susan Beyer 11 Priscilla Stevens 20 Linnea

Stuart Buisch for his Bible Study Classes.

A light meal is offered at each class. The next class is will be held on June 15th.

5 Our June birthdays for our Youth 20 Linnea Cotto-Ecklund Our JUNE Members 1 Thomas Somerville 21 Sabrina Burker 24 Clark Whitefield 26 Russell Whitefield 2 Timothy Harbison 6 Geraldine Grisante 6 Dennis Erickson 7 Susan Beyer 11 Priscilla Stevens 20 Linnea Cotto-Ecklund 26 Zain Shirazi 29 David Walker 30 Roger Dahl Join Rev. Stuart Buisch for his Bible Study Classes. Classes are on Wednesday evenings beginning at 5:00 pm in the Holzwarth Room. A light meal is offered at each class. The next class is will be held on June 15th. The summer classes are on July 13th and a special return to college bible study on August 31st. All college students are encouraged to attend. Please join Rev. Stu for these informative bible studies. 5

The youth of the church will celebrate the end of the school year by having

Olisi's Pizza Restaurant on Sheridan Dr in Tonawanda.

After lunch we'll walk over to Adventure Landing and play 2 games of

Hope everyone can make it! Take Me Out to the Ball Game!

church for the game at 1:05. The tickets are $10.00 for reserved seating.

We will need 20 attendees for the group rate. IT S SUMMER TIME!

If you have winter shoes and boots that you were thinking about donating,

Your generosity will go far with so many individuals who need slightly used

Sandals and flip-flops are the summer footwear of choice for many adults,

6 The youth of the church will celebrate the end of the school year by having a pizza lunch and testing their miniature golf skills at Adventure Landing on Sheridan Drive. Immediately following the church service on Sunday, June 12th, we will go to Olisi's Pizza Restaurant on Sheridan Dr in Tonawanda. The pizza lunch will be complimentary, courtesy of Amy Erickson. After lunch we'll walk over to Adventure Landing and play 2 games of miniature golf, to be paid by each person who in joining in the golfing fun. Hope everyone can make it! Take Me Out to the Ball Game! On Sunday, July 10th we are planning an outing to see a Bison Baseball game as they play Leigh High Valley. We could leave from the University subway station immediately following church for the game at 1:05. The tickets are $10.00 for reserved seating. If you are interested in attending please contact Amy Erickson at We will need 20 attendees for the group rate. IT S SUMMER TIME!!! A gentle reminder about our DONATE YOUR SOLE collection box. If you have winter shoes and boots that you were thinking about donating, bring them to the church and drop them in the box. Your generosity will go far with so many individuals who need slightly used (or new) shoes, boots sneakers and of course summer items too. Sandals and flip-flops are the summer footwear of choice for many adults, kids, teens. These items are super appreciated. You are certainly welcome to bring items to the Church Office if that is easier or more convenient. Office is open 9 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday. Call me at to let me know you will be stopping to drop off items. Thanks so much for your donations. 6

The Network Calendar June 2016 Thursday, 6/2 12:00 pm 4:00 pm Food Pantry Friday, 6/3 5:30 pm Taizé Service Saturday, 6/4 10:00 am Breakfast with Friends @ Family Tree contact Kathy H for information

Live streaming from Agua Prieta, Mexico of the dedication of Café Justo Y Mas To be held in the UPC Auditorium, courtesy of Howard Henry.

7 The Network Calendar June 2016 Thursday, 6/2 12:00 pm 4:00 pm Food Pantry Friday, 6/3 5:30 pm Taizé Service Saturday, 6/4 10:00 am Breakfast with Family Tree contact Kathy H for information & to reserve a seat. Last get together until Sept. 12:30 pm 4:30 pm. Live streaming from Agua Prieta, Mexico of the dedication of Café Justo Y Mas To be held in the UPC Auditorium, courtesy of Howard Henry. Sunday, 6/5 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time 11:00 pm Coffee Hour Tuesday, 6/7 12:00 pm 4:00 pm Food Pantry Thursday, 6/9 12:00 pm 4:00 pm Food Pantry Sunday, 6/12 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time 12:00 pm Coffee Hour Tuesday, 6/14 12:00 pm 4:00 pm Food Pantry Wednesday, 6/15 5:00 pm Bible Study with Rev. Stu Buisch Holzwarth Room. 6:00 pm Ministry to Community Meeting Room 105 7:00 pm Session Meeting Thursday, 6/16 12:00 pm 4:00 pm Food Pantry 7

Food Pantry Thursday, 6/23 12:00 pm 4:00 pm Food Pantry Saturday, 6/25 10:00 am Men s Social

Sunday, 6/26 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time 11:00 am Coffee Hour Tuesday, 6/28 6:00 am 9:00 pm

July preview Friday, 7/1 5:30 pm Taizé Service Saturday, 7/2 10:00 am Breakfast with Friends at

8 June 2016 Calendar continued... Sunday, 6/19 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time 12:00 pm Coffee Hour Tuesday, 6/21 12:00 pm 4:00 pm Food Pantry Thursday, 6/23 12:00 pm 4:00 pm Food Pantry Saturday, 6/25 10:00 am Men s Social Breakfast Meeting at Family Tree. Contact Dennis Erickson for information. Sunday, 6/26 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time 11:00 am Coffee Hour Tuesday, 6/28 6:00 am 9:00 pm Federal Primary Election 12:00 pm 4:00 pm Food Pantry Thursday, 6/30 12:00 pm 4:00 pm Food Pantry July preview Friday, 7/1 5:30 pm Taizé Service Saturday, 7/2 10:00 am Breakfast with Friends at Family Tree call Kathy H. for info. Sunday, 7/3 Monday, 7/4 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time with Communion 11:00 am Coffee Hour The Church Office is closed today in observance of the 4th of July holiday. 8

Too many of us lead hectic lives. Our communities are filled with violence and suffering. How do we respond? How can we cope? Our personal pain and struggles can overwhelm us.

9 Too many of us lead hectic lives. Our communities are filled with violence and suffering. How do we respond? How can we cope? Our personal pain and struggles can overwhelm us. University Presbyterian Church welcomes Christians from all traditions to unite in a special contemplative worship experience as we seek spiritual strength for the living of our days. Based on the style of worship practiced in the Taizé Christian community in France, these services offered on the First Friday of each month provide an oasis at the end of the week for all who are weary, troubled, or rushed. Special music from guest musicians, meditative songs, prayers, candles, and scripture readings allow each of us to find a quiet place of prayer and spiritual centering. We invite you to join us on Friday, June 3, 2016 from 5:30 to 6:00 PM. University Presbyterian Church is located at 3330 Main St., Buffalo (across the street from UB South Campus) with parking available in the church lot off Niagara Falls Boulevard. The church is also conveniently accessible using public transportation by taking bus or train to the University Metro station. Questions can be directed to the church office at A Taizé Service of Prayer, Music, and Meditation 9

The Network a Publication of. University Presbyterian Church. July & August

The Network a Publication of. University Presbyterian Church. July & August The Network a Publication of University Presbyterian Church July & August Do you ever have one of those days when you are so distressed by the state of the world you can t bear to read the paper or watch