LAKE SHORE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP

SERVICES: 10:00 A.M. SUNDAY, 620 PARK STREET, MANITOWOC, WI 54220, PHONE: (920) 686-0643 EMAIL: LUUF.PARKSTREET@GMAIL.COM WEBSITE: WWW.LAKESHOREUU.ORG LUU BLOG: WWW.LUUF.BLOGSPOT.COM FACEBOOK: LAKESHORE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP
Dan Fischer Linda Hunter Erica Strauss Jim Sustman

FEBRUARY

2013

NEWS LETTER

LUUF LAY MINISTERS

(920) 323-3475 danf2010@comcast.net (920) 684-5590 huntel@comcast.net (920) 629-0924 erica-strauss@ameritech.net (920) 973-7391 jim_sustman@yahoo.com

FEBUARY SERVICES Feb. 3 Mexican Journey of a Nation Over a Rough and Rambling RoadBill Dean Bill and Mary Dean spent a lot of time in Mexico, and Bill has written a book about its history. According to the book cover, Bill is dedicated to proving that the country is bigger than some problems that now beset it. Hell bring a more positive perspective than we read in the newspapers. Feb. 10 Diving into the Wreck:My Encounter with the Great Lakes Maritime Culture in Alpena, MI --Jessica Van Slooten From mapping the wreckage of the Joseph F. Fay on the shores of 40 mile point, to peering into the archives and waters at the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary, I learned about Great Lakes maritime culture, history and science in July 2011. As a National Endowment of the Humanities workshop participant, I learned from national and regional experts on the science and story of Great Lakes maritime culture. Throughout my experience, I focused on the majesty of the sweet water seas Ive always called home, and felt connected to a deep spiritual power. Ill share highlights from my metaphorical dive into the wreck, so please grab a mask and fins and dive in with me! Feb. 17 Safe-Zone Training at UWM-- Kyle Menzer - UW Manitowoc How can we support GLBTQ issues as an ally? Kyle will give us information about websites and other sources to help us to be more effective. Kyle is the founder of the Gay Straight Alliance at the university. Feb. 24 Addictions, Medicines, & Persons-Mark Marnocha Those of us with family, friends, and patients in the midst of addiction and recovery have questions. Such as: Are they using new and frightening drugs, or old and familiar drugs? Are people destroying their bodies, or increasing quality of life in the most efficient way? Is it a bad habit, or an addictive illness? Are addicts too weak of will or too strong? Does spirituality or religion help recovery? What is enabling, and what is not? This talk will provide thoughts, opinions and some bits of research. And perhaps answers will emerge.

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The day-to-day life of our fellowship is the glue that holds our spiritual community together. Unitarian Universalism approaches the more "secular" aspects of fellowship life with the same religious intent as it's worship. Our religious education classes, adult activities groups, community volunteerism and building facilities committees are essential aspects of our spiritual work. We believe it is our deeds, not our creeds, which are most important. Volunteer opportunities abound! Please consider signing up for coffee service, greeter, shoveling, or any other activity or job that helps to keep our fellowship moving forward and running smoothly. Volunteer sign up sheets are in the coat room Thanks for all your help!

January 27th collection for Hope House $298.00 Thanks for your generous support! Soup Sunday

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CHILDRENS RELIGIOUS EDUCATION FALL 2012 FREE TO BELIEVE

The Childrens Religious Education Program, Free to Believe welcomes all children from ages 5 to 10. This years curriculum uses Unitarian Universalist sources to explore UU principles and answers to questions about: life and death, spirit and God, and the beginnings of the world and life. Each session will include a sharing and activity time, hands on experiences, stories, songs, short plays and discussions. When suitable, parts of last years program Experiences with the Web of Life will be integrated into the lessons. This year we are very grateful to Evie Sustman, a longtime teacher in both the Two Rivers Public School System and the Head Start Program, for volunteering to be our main religious education teacher. Evie will bring needed continuity and experience to our program. Bonnita Budysz, Tammy Hoeltke and Sandy Bast will act as substitute teachers and Jill Finnel will assist. The Free to Believe Program was developed by the Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Shelter Rock in Manhasset, NY along with Green Timber Publications. This program was recommended by the First Unitarian Society of Madison, WI. Yours in growing understanding---------The Religious Education committee Evie Sustman, Sandy Bast, Bonnita Budysz, Tammy Hoeltke and Dan Fischer.

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ADULT RELIGIOUS EDUCATION BUILD YOUR OWN THEOLOGY PART TWO

Building Your Own Theology Session 6 will be held Tuesday, February 12, 6:30. Dan Fischer will facilitate the discussion on Justice and the Beloved Community: What Is Our Place in the World? All are welcome to attend. Please e -mail Jean Biegun if you would like to receive a copy of the lesson (jbiegun@att.net). The homework reading in the study guides ends with this quote from the late Nick Cardell, a Unitarian Universalist minister who campaigned to close the School of the Americas, a training facility for Latin American police and military implicated in violation of human rights in their home countries. He served six months for his civil disobedience at Fort Benning, Ga. "Sometimes Im asked how or why I got involved in this cause. One easy answer is because what we do to each other is my business. These peoplevictims and victimizersare my people. And there is also a very personal need. When I was a youngster I scratched my initials into the middle of the highest steel girder on a bridge leading into and out of New York City. No one knows it is there. But I do! In my adult life I have wanted to find life-affirming ways to write my initials on the tree of life. As poet Mary Oliver put it: I dont want to end up simply having visited this world.

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Several LUUFers committed to the importance of our 7th Principle (Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part) met in October 2012 to form the LUUF Environmental Group. The groups mission is to plan and coordinate environmental activities at our fellowship, encourage sustainable living practices at LUUF, join with other local environmental groups for events and action, and foster increased ecological awareness among members and friends. You may have noticed already that with the new year the group is submitting a "Green Tip" in our Sunday Order of Service, and in case you miss them, we'll repeat in our newsletter the month's "Green Tips," many from scientists with WI Department of Natural Resources. We hope to keep you informed of other environmental education opportunities in the area too. Save Thursday March7th for a presentation on climate change at the Maritime Museum. Susan Loomans will present The Climate Reality Project at 6:30, with discussion to follow. Check out http://climaterealityproject.org/2012/03/21/meet-the-presenter-susan-loomans. Youll be impressed! Our group is looking at curriculum resources to assist our focus: the UUA and other UU groups, previous City of Manitowoc programs, state, national and international programs. Issues for discussion or action are numerouseverything from climate change and environmental justice to what we buy at the grocery store, so well try will narrow it down for both meaning and manageability. We ask the LUUF Board to consider sustainability first in any decision-making for the facility, and we ask everyone to share concerns, questions, and ideas on what you'd like to see from the Environmental Group- even a new "catchier" name! Let Bev or Bonnita know your ideas. Our next meeting is Tuesday, Feb. 26th at 3:30 at LUUF. If that time doesnt work for anyone who might want to participate, well change it. Everyone is welcome. Green Tips from the past month:
*Happy New Year! Start off 2013 right and environmentally responsible with a plan on how you can reduce your impact on our environment. Make reducing air emissions a resolution for 2013. *Happy New Year! Its national Staying Healthy Month! Try walking or biking to work or school. Its healthy for you and our air quality! *Insulate your water heater if it isnt already. Keeping your water heater warm saves energy and reduces up to 1,000 lbs of carbon dioxide emissions due to reduced energy use. Less energy use means less pollution emitted from power plants producing the energy. *Check that your vehicles tires are inflated to the proper pressure. Underinflated tires can lead to lowered fuel economy. *Avoid short car trips whenever possible! Instead chain all of your trips together to make one long journey. Trip chaining reduces overall vehicle fuel use & reduces emissions! *Buddy up, go green, and CARPOOL! Youll pay for less gas, create less greenhouse gas, and make friends along the way.

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LUUF BOARD NEWS

Have you noticed that we seem to have a noise challenge in the kitchen area on Sundays after the service? This is actually a good problem to have because it means that people are interacting and communicating with each other. That is a proud UU tradition. However, we would like to try some things to make it a little easier for people to hear each other. When we put in the new carpet, we were hoping that it might help tone down the noise level a bit by absorbing some of the sound. Unfortunately it appears that the situation has not improved. The Board would like to start placing some items on the walls that might be able to absorb sound. If you have an unused quilt, comforter, or other item that we could temporarily hang in the kitchen/eating area please bring it to the Fellowship. We would like to find out what actually works to absorb the sound. You will get your item back after the UU sound experiment is completed. If you have some other ideas about how to approach this challenge, we are all ears. Thanks for your help.

Thank you to the LUUF Guitar Group "In Good Time" for providing music for our service on Jan. 27. So sorry the photographer didn't get Dave, with his banjo in the shot, I promise to try harder next time, so don't forget to smile.
D O N T FO RGET M ED IT A T IO N O N S U N D A Y EV EN IN GS RELA X , REFRES H & REA LIG N A LU U F

F o r a c a lm in g s t a r t t o y o u r w e e k !

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P e a c e is n o t a lw a y s t h e a b s e n c e o f c o n f lic t , b u t t h e a b ilit y t o c o p e w it h it B u d d h a s a id : " M e d it a t io n b r in g s w is d o m ; la c k o f m e d ia t io n le a v e s ig n o r a n c e . K n o w w e ll..."

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IMPORTANT LUUF PROJECTS CONTINUE -- PLEASE HELP! ALL I WANT FOR THE NEW YEAR (and beyond.........) is LUUF mementos and keepsakes by Ginney Finnel
During one of his recent visits to our fellowship, Arthur Thexton suggested we add to our October "Remember the Saints" service a ceremonial reading aloud of the names of the departed members and friends of our fellowship. This year we paid homage to Vince Holschbach, Katherine Helgeland and George Edwards, who left us far too soon. We also remembered past members and friends, including Shirley Goeters, Bob Potrykus, Olga Radulaski, Winnifred Spring, and others. In a further effort to preserve the personal history of our fellowship, Zoe Alexander and I have a plan to create and assemble a photo album / scrap book of LUUF memorabilia. We want to preserve our connection to the people no longer with us as well as to meaningful events and happenings related to the life of our fellowship and its history and mission here in Manitowoc. So, please, help us by sharing copies of anything you may have in your possession that will further this cause. Things like: Photos of departed members and friends; Photos of special events (new member recognitions, moving day(s), concerts, picnics and parties; Photos taken at our former homes - Washington House in Two Rivers and our building on 8th Street in Manitowoc; Newspaper articles about the fellowship or fellowship events, obituaries, etc. Please contact Ginny Finnel by phone 755-2689 or email at amanuensis_vlf@ayoo.com if you have questions or anything to contribute now or at anytime in the future. Or, simply leave your items in an envelope with my name on it on the information table at the back of the fellowship. I will be happy to photocopy and return any original items you wish to retain. Thank you! "A person with no sense of the past is a person who is a stranger to his or her own roots...We are inheritors of the history that has made us what we are..." -Anthony O'Hear. "The poetry of history lies in the quasi-miraculous fact that once...on this familiar spot of ground, walked other men and women, as actual as we are today...". - G.M. Trevelyan "Of all the intellectual pursuits, history is the most supremely useful. Simon Jenkins. That is why people crave it and need ever more of it." -

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A call out to LUUF Artists, Poets, Sculptors & Fine Craftsman. Last May we started a call out to our LUUF artists and we're still encouraging our talented members and friends, to provide art for our fellowship. Bonita's paintings have adorned the walls at LUUF for 3 years, and with the many talented artists in our congregation, it's time to for a change and for your talents to shine and adorn our Fellowship, as we enter our fourth year in this historic building. We're calling out to all our talented artists, poets, sculptors and potters to share their artistic talents, so we can all enjoy the variety of these beautiful works of art. We will also need outdoor art for our gardens.

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"Soup Sunday" LUUF Cook Book. We've already had a few submissions, but it takes a village of hungry people to create a cook book worthy of UU's. Zoe Alexander and Kim Everett have agreed to take this project on, so please submit your favorite "Soup Sunday" recipe to Zoe at jzalex@sbcglobal.net. The goal is to self publish "Soup Sunday" and sell it to members, friends and interested parties for a small donation. EMAIL LUUF Newsletter submissions to kimeverett60@gmail.com

Please contact Kim Everett to arrange for art rotation and display -- 755-8430, or email at: kimeverett60@gmail.co

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Planning is still moving forward for adult activities please stay tuned for our first outing to be announced soon! Movie - Museum -Theater - Demonstration - Craft Project Something exciting is in the works! *****************************************************************************************************
Choir Practice 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:30 Feel free to come share your voice in song

***************************************************************************************************** Norbertine Center for Spirituality at St. Norbert Abbey

1016 North Broadway | De Pere, WI 54115

Wednesdays for Women Series That All May Be One Wednesdays 10 - 11:30 am January 30 Mormonism February 6 Buddhism February 13 Religious Society of Friends Facilitators: Sr. Shawn Madigan, CSJ, Sr. Judy Miller, CSJ Cost: Free will offering (suggested donation $5 per session) We Believe: The Many Faces of Faith Series
To celebrate "The Year of Faith", and in an effort to promote understanding of and respect fo other religions, speakers from various faith traditions share their beliefs during this four-part series. Pope Benedict XVI recently offered, "Dialogue between religions nourishes the surrounding culture in the present day; both the participants and society are enriched. As we grow in understanding of one another, we see that we share an esteem for ethical values, discernible to human reason, which are revered by all peoples of goodwell. The world begs for a common witness to these values".

Tuesday, February 5 6:30 - 8 pm Sikhism Presenter: Bhagwant Singh Balli Tuesday, March 5 6:30 - 8pm Judaism Presenter: Rabbi Shanna Bacharach, Congregation Cnesess Isreal Tuesday April 2 6:30 - 8 pm Islam Presenter: Imam Mohamed Zakarya Green Bay Mosque (Masjid) Cost: Free will offering (suggested donation $5) To register visit: http://www.norbertines.org/programs.html#manyFacesFaith

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Hope House currently has the following in residence: a family of three, a family of two, an adult couple without children and one single woman, who is pregnant. This brings our house total to 8 people: 5 adults and 3 children (a three year old girl, a one year old girl and a 9 year old boy).

INFORMATION NEWS AND EVENTS

Thanks to all who helped with the recent Hope House week

With the cold winter months of Wisconsin rolling in it might be high time to stock up on some warm and comfy bedding and comforters to make it through those chilly nights! Our national affiliate, Family Promise, has announced its 2013 Buy One, Give One (BOGO) Campaign in collaboration with The Company Store. The Company Store, a leading online retailer of bedding and home accessories, has partnered with Family Promise and for every comforter purchased from their online retail s tore will donate a comforter to Family Promise to be distributed to one of their many affiliates! We are one of those affiliates and are slated to receive approximately 100 comforters!!!!

2013 BUY ONE, GIVE ONE CAMPAIGN

Check out The Company Store website at www.thecompanystore.com and check out all they have to offer. As a special thank you, use the following discount code: A13BOGO while checking out to receive 20% off your purchase.

HOPE HOUSE PRESENTSETERNITY!!!

That time of year is again fast approachingIts time for the Great Gospel Gathering! There have been some new and exciting changes to the face of the Event and this year we will be presenting Eternity at the Capitol Civic Centre on Sunday, April 14th at 7:00 pm. Wed like to thank Roncalli High School for hosting the Event in past years as well as all the talented singers and choirs that came to perform. Tickets will be sold for $15 and they can be purchased at the Capitol Civic Centre prior to or on the day of the event. Following the concert there will be a cupcake and coffee social! All proceeds from the event will benefit Hope House. Eternity has a passion for people, and enjoys building a playful rapport with the audience, while delivering rock-solid harmonies in their updated version of that great gospel quartet sound.

Save the date! We look forward to seeing you there!

Gas card Feminine products Store gift cards (Walmart, Shopko, etc) Bath towels Toddler beds Dinner plates Pillows Gently used clothing racks or closet organizers, for 3rd floor clean up Next Volunteer Training: Our next volunteer training is scheduled for Monday, February 4th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. The training will be held inside of Hope House. If you have new volunteers that you would like to have attend the training please contact Heather Lawhon with their full name and contact information.. EMAIL LUUF Newsletter submissions to kimeverett60@gmail.com

HOPE HOUSE WISH LIST

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Feb- John and Bernie Zimmer Photos,Manitowoc City Hall. Landscape and memories make up this wonderful Mar exhibit. Part of the Rahr-West Community Outreach program that shows work on the first floor of City Hall and rotating every 3 months. 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., 686-3090 1Hamilton Woodtype: Art Exhibit , Silver Lake College. 920-686-6181 13 1Hanna Irlbeck: Art Exhibit , Silver Lake College. 920-686-6181 22

1-17 Civil War Remembered, Rahr-West Art Museum. Commemoration of the 150th Anniversary of the Civil
War, the men and women of the Civil War Roundtable present art inspired by and artifacts from the defining period of Our Union. 920-686-3090 2 Cutter Rescues: Saturday Learning Series, Wisconsin Maritime Museum. Guest speaker; members of the Coast Guard who served aboard a cutter. 1 pm, fee charged, 920-684-0218 2 Annie Rose is Pure Janis, Capitol Civic Centre. Annie Rose stars in this musical about the life and music of Janis Joplin from 1966 to 1970. 7-9 pm, fee charged, 920-683-2184 3 Tour of the Bernard Schwartz House, 3425 Adams St., Two Rivers. Tours of the Frank Lloyd Wright house last approx. one hour. Space is limited to 20 people and tends to fill up fast. Fee charged, 3:00 pm, reservations at 612-840-7507, or email michael@theschwartzhouse.com 9, Music Without Boundaries, Gallery 3, Manitowoc. Join us for a fun evening of music and art. Please visit 10, our website for information about artists, and genres. Fee charged, Feb 9 and 23 at 7-10 pm, Feb 10 at 1-4 23 pm, 847-651-7596 9 Candlelight Night, Woodland Dunes Nature Center. Snowshoe, ski or walk through the woods on a candlelit trail and let the magic of winter enchant you! If there is snow, we have snowshoes available, Inside live music and hot chocolate and bakery sale. 6:30-8:30 pm, 920-793-4007 9 Tales of Two Rivers: Hungry for History, Manitowoc County Heritage Center. Hear stories about the history of Two Rivers with author and professor Patrick Gagnon. Advanced registration required Fee charged, 5:30 pm, 920-684-4445 9 Sweetheart Swing, Holiday Inn Manitowoc. Silver Lake College is presenting this early Valentines Day! Grab your partner and dance the night away to an 18-piece Bay Area Big Band playing jazz, swing, and 1940s big band music. $50 per person for dinner and dancing. Cash bar, silent auction, includes flowers and chocolate for the ladies. 6:30-10:30 pm, 920-686-6150 9 The Schooner Era in Wisconsin , Saturday Learning Series, Wisconsin Maritime Museum, Peter Hirthe of the WI Marine Historical Society will shar an overview of the schooner age with a lots of photos from the Great Lakes Marine Collection. 1 pm, small fee for just the program, free to members or with admission, 684-0218 9 Victorian Tea, Manitowoc County Heritage Center. Jessica Michna will portray Sari Semple during a wonderful afternoon of tea, desserts, and stories about the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains of the mid-nineteenth century.Advanced registration required, Fee charged, 1-3 pm, 920-684-4445 9 Cafe Paris, Capitol Civic Centre. Manitowoc SymphonyOrchestra presents Bizet: Symphony in C Major, and Bozza: Concertino for Trumpet and Orchestra, and Malhaud: (The Bull on the Roof), Fee charged, 7:30 pm, 920-683-2184 10, USS Cobia: Nook & Cranny Tours, Wisconsin Maritime Museum. Take a behind the scenes look at a 24 WWIIsubmarine. These two to three hour tours give guests a chance to see areas of the submarine not seen on normal tours. Over 16 only, 9 am, extra Fee charged, space limited call 920-684-0218 for reservations 14 The Kings of Country, Capitol Civic Centre. A rousing, fun, spot-on tribute to Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, and Kenny Rogers. Three iconic performers take the stage with an awesome back-up band. 7:30 pm, Fee charged, 920-683-2184

Page - 9 16 Manitowoc Jaycees Beer Lovers Brewfest, Manitowoc County Expo. Sample over 75 different Microbrews from around Wisconsin. Bring a canned or boxed good to support local food pantries. Tickets go on sale January 7 at Wenzels Perfect World, North Shore Warehouse, Grape Grain and Bean, and Timber Lodge Liquor and sell out quick!Fee charged, 5-9 pm, 920-682-2692 16 The Lowe Family, Capitol Civic Centre. A variety show with themes families will enjoy and delight in. 7:30 pm, Fee charged, 920-683-2184 16 Women in the History of the U.S. Lighthouses: Saturday Learning Series, Wisconsin Maritime Museum. Guest speaker, John Enright will talk about the lives of more than 20 female lighthouse keepers. 1 pm, small fee for just the program, free to members or with admission, 920-684-0218 16 Hearts a Fire Chili Cookoff, Behringer Room, J.E. Hamilton Community House, Two Rivers. Make chili from 9 am-12 pm, public sampling from 12-2 pm, judging from 2-3 pm. Donations also accepted for new downtown Christmas decorations! Fee charged, 920-794-1482 17 Artist Music Series, Silver Lake College. Enjoy a collection of Fantastic Performers. This month Sproule & McKenzie, The Music of Ireland and Scotland. 3 pm, 920-686-6181 18Mar Franciscan Vallues/Sophomore Art Exhibit , Silver Lake College. 920-686-6181 22 22 Peter Furler, Capitol Civic Centre. former lead singer of The Newsboys, on stage for a special performance! Purchase this show with NewSongs "Very Merry Christmas Tour" on December 11 and receivediscount pricing! Fee charged, 7 pm, 920-683-2184 22- Fire & Ice Game Convention, Manitowoc County Expo. A ittle game convention with BIG fun for 24 everyone. All admission costs are paid at the convention and doors open one hour before first slot each day. Fri 2-11 pm, Sat 9 am-11 pm, Sun 9 am-9 pm, Fee charged 23 Death Ahoy, Silver Lake College. Join the silver Lake College Alumni Association for this dramatic murder mystery. Event includes a delicious meal! Fee charged, 1 and 6 pm performances. Reservations required, call 920-686-6163. 23 Girl Scout Brownies Love Water Day,Wisconsin Maritime Museum. This event will help you get your Love Water badge while you have fun. 9:30 am-12 pm, or 1-3:30 pm, Call Karen or Wendy to reserve space for your troop, 920-684-0218 23 Frozen Tundra Wine Fest, Parallel 44 Winery, N2185 Sleepy Hollow Rd, Kewaunee. Outdoor wine fest to celebrate our Wisconsin grapes that can survive our harsh winters, yet produce award winning wines! Admission includes: Frozen Tundra Wine Glass, 5 wine samples, tours, gourmet food samples, live music, food available for purchase. 12-6 pm, (888) 932-0044 or (920) 388-4400, 28- I Love You, Youre Perfect, Now Change: The Masquers , Capitol Civic Centre. Celebration of the Mar mating game takes on the truths and myths behind that conundrum known as the 2 relationship. Fee charged, times TBA, 920-683-2184

The Mariners Trail

This beautiful, hard-surfaced recreational 7-mile trail running along Lake Michigan connects the cities of Manitowoc and Two Rivers, Wisconsin. Mariners Trail sculptures take on a new look in winter. Six foot tall blue heron, made from recycled steel, by Green Bay artist Carl Vanderheyden Friends of the Mariners Trail Mission: To assist in the operation, up-keep, promotion, and future development of the trail so as to ensure sustainability of the trail to the communities of Two Rivers and Manitowoc. Visit us at: http://www.marinerstrail.net/

Page - 10 Lake Shore Unitarian 620 Park Street Universalist Fellowship Manitowoc, WI 54220 www.lakeshoreuu.org

Lake Shore Unitarian Universalist Mission

As a welcoming and accepting, diverse and inquiring spiritual fellowship, We unite to create a community which stimulates a free exchange and Exploration of ideas, foster spiritual and intellectual growth, and serves as a base for active outreach to benefit the world around us.

As Unitarian Universalists, we affirm and promote these principles :

The inherent worth and dignity of every person Justice, equality and compassion in human relationships Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations A free and responsible search for truth and meaning The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process The goal of world community with peace, liberty and justice for all Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part PEACE TO ALL