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Lavona Grow commented on the group 'Social Justice News Group'
The Arlington County Board will consider purchasing a permanent building for the homeless shelter as well as government offices.  The hearing will be on Tuesday 12/13/11.  The purchase of the building will complete the acquisition and…
Dec 9, 2011
Lavona Grow replied to the discussion 'Inequality in the US'
This is perhaps the fundamental battle of our time -- rich vs. poor.  The discussion has been fueled by much opinion, but the most informative media segment I have seen on this issue is Jon Stewart's opening piece last Thursday night. It…
Aug 22, 2011

Are you a locavore? Or aspiring conscious eater? Come to our next Locovore Potluck Lunch and Meeting August 21

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The next Conscious Eating Learning Group's Potluck Lunch and Meeting is on Sunday, August 21 in the Activity Room from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm.  If you can, bring a dish for six to share. Share some of your garden's bounty or purchase from local source if possible.  Share the recipe if you'd like. See the draft agenda below and our Group's Purpose Statement.   NOTE: In June 2011 at General Assembly the UUA delegates passed a Statement of Conscience on…See More
Lavona Grow added a discussion to the group GREEN ACTION Aug 17, 2011
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Come to the next all-UUCA Social Justice Gathering June 18 9-noon: next steps...

At the last All-UUCA SJ Gathering on May 7, with nearly 50 people attending, we announced a series of social justice meeting to take place over the coming year with the next on June 18 to continue our planning and building our social justice community.  Join us at on Saturday, June 18, 2011, 9:00 a.m. to noon Activity Room - A light breakfast to be served at 8:45 a.m. There were many topics that we did not have time to discuss on May 7.  One of the concerns raised was about how social justice…See More
A discussion by Lavona Grow was featured Jun 6, 2011
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Natalia Averett replied to the discussion 'Come to the next all-UUCA Social Justice Gathering June 18 9-noon: next steps...' in the group Social Justice News Group
Thanks for the announcement Lavona. I appreciate all the work that went into making the May meeting a success. I'm looking forward to seeing everyone June 18th.
Jun 4, 2011

You're invited to a UUCA Community Gathering Local-vor Pot Luck this Sunday 6/5 11:30 am-1 pm

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The UUCA's Conscious Eating Learning Group invites ALL to celebrate what has been accomplished during the group's inaugural year, and help decide where we go from here.  We will:--Explain who the Learning Group is, how we got here, and what we've accomplished this year. --Discuss how we can build a better sense of "identity" for conscious-eating enthusiasts.--Plan programs & projects for the upcoming months.--Hear about the UUA Ethical Eating Statement of Conscious under consideration at…See More
Lavona Grow added a discussion to the group GREEN ACTION Jun 4, 2011
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Come to the next all-UUCA Social Justice Gathering June 18 9-noon: next steps...

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At the last All-UUCA SJ Gathering on May 7, with nearly 50 people attending, we announced a series of social justice meeting to take place over the coming year with the next on June 18 to continue our planning and building our social justice community.  Join us at on Saturday, June 18, 2011, 9:00 a.m. to noon Activity Room - A light breakfast to be served at 8:45 a.m. There were many topics that we did not have time to discuss on May 7.  One of the concerns raised was about how social justice…See More
Lavona Grow added a discussion to the group Social Justice News Group Jun 4, 2011
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Does eating local really make a difference?

Does eating local really make a difference; Can U.S. Farm Policy promote sustainable agriculture; and what's the connection to immigration reform and environmental justice?Find out Saturday, April 2... Our Food, Our Farms, Our Future: Creating A New Paradigm.  U.S. Farm policy has world-wide implications and it's up for reautherization in 2012.  What can WE do about it?  It's all connected.  Join in on the discussion with four area advocates and:--Learn how eating local helps save the Bay from…See More
A discussion by Lavona Grow was featured Mar 29, 2011
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Does eating local really make a difference; Can U.S. Farm Policy promote sustainable agriculture; and what's the connection to immigration reform and environmental justice?

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Does eating local really make a difference; Can U.S. Farm Policy promote sustainable agriculture; and what's the connection to immigration reform and environmental justice?Find out Saturday, April 2... Our Food, Our Farms, Our Future: Creating A New Paradigm.  U.S. Farm policy has world-wide implications and it's up for reautherization in 2012.  What can WE do about it?  It's all connected.  Join in on the discussion with four area advocates and:--Learn how eating local helps save the Bay from…See More
Lavona Grow added a discussion to the group GREEN ACTION Mar 28, 2011
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Mark your calendar: Congregation Budget Conversations and more...

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April 10 and May 1 Congregation Budget Conversations at 10:30-11:30 and 12:30-2 following each service: Presentation and discussion of draft operating budget for next fiscal year. This is YOUR opportunities to provide feedback, input, comment and propose changes to the budget. April 10 Second Sunday Social Justice Conversation at 10:30-11:15 between services: Tentative topic de jour General Assembly with a focus on learning about Congregational Study Action Issues, Statements of Conscience,…See More
Lavona Grow added a discussion to the group Social Justice Mar 23, 2011
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Chris & John Sutton replied to the discussion 'Review of the Share-the-Plate Process: Input Requested' in the group Social Justice
With respect to the Guatemala project:       1) before STP, PAG had a good feel for who supported the project financially.  With cash donations to the plate, we lost much of that information.  Knowing who are the…
Mar 2, 2011

Peace Corps's 50th Anniversary: "Peace through Food Security"

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Returned Peace Corps volunteers from UUCA are having a big House Party at the church on Tuesday night.  The Peace Corps is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2011. To honor the five decades of service, communities around the world are hosting a series of Global House Parties on March 1, the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the Peace Corps by President John F. Kennedy. The National Peace Corp Association (NPCA) is inviting educators to join in the celebration by integrating the House…See More
Lavona Grow added a discussion to the group GREEN ACTION Mar 1, 2011
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Review of the Share-the-Plate Process: Input Requested

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Annually we review the process we use to provide funds from the Sunday offering to support initiatives and non-profit organizations within and outside the church.  This year we have appointed a short term Task Force to review the process, since the Social Action Council was disbanded in this summer.  The Task Force members Ann Marie Hay, Rhonda Buckner, Mark deFrancis and Gene Mulligan have begun a review of our Share-the-Plate procedures and outcomes to present recommendations to Rev. Carlton…See More
Lavona Grow added a discussion to the group Social Justice Feb 28, 2011
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Immigration Task Force

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Want to let you know that a short term (about two months/three meetings) SJ Immigration Task Force was recently organized.  The are looking at what immigration efforts we have planned to make sure we have a balanced immigration program for the congregation.  First they are gathering a baseline on what we're doing, will identify gaps in programming and outreach, are reviewing resources, and finally will make recommendations for next steps and propose further work groups to take our immigration…See More
Lavona Grow added a discussion to the group Social Justice Feb 14, 2011
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Rev. Carlton at Virginia Coalition of Latino Organizations (VACOLAO) Press Conference at UUCA 2/9/2010

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Rev. Carlton speaking at the Virginia Coalition of Latino Organizations (VACOLAO) Press Conference held at UUCA 2/9/2010. The press conference brought attention to harmful Immigration bills that are "crossing over" between houses during the General…
A photo by Lavona Grow was featured Feb 11, 2011
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Barbara Johnson commented on Lavona Grow's photo
Let's feature this one on the main page! That's my minister! Couldn't be more proud.
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Rev. Carlton at Virginia Coalition of Latino Organizations (VACOLAO) Press Conference at UUCA 2/9/2010

Feb 10, 2011

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How long have you attended UUCAVA?
1994
What religion or spiritual practices did you grow up with?
Roman Catholic-went to eight years of Catholic grade school

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GA Highlights Friday - Creating Peace SOC Passed!

Friday highlights from General Assembly:

- "Creating Peace" Statement of Conscience (SOC) was passed overwhelmingly after a one year delay and many revisions during work sessions and floor amendments at this GA. This new SOC grew out of the "Peacemaking" SOC of 2006-10.…

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Posted on June 26, 2010 at 2:05am

Lavona Grow

Hi from General Assembly

Finally arrived Wednesday night after three flight delays (summer thunderstorms) and then the hotel bumped us for a night to a different hotel. So, missed the banner parade during the opening session where several of our youth carried our banner. But now I'm settled in and at the 49th Annual General Assembly (GA) UU annual meeting of congregations in Minneapolis, MN. There are about 24+ UUCA members at GA soaking in all that…

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Posted on June 25, 2010 at 1:52am — 1 Comment

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At 3:16pm on March 2, 2011, Becca LovelaceBecca Lovelace said…
What a beautiful page you have here & so full of our congregational life!
At 10:19pm on July 18, 2010, Abbie SteeleAbbie Steele said…
Lavona, I have an article from NY Times on a sweatshop that is paying a living wage and would like to forward it to an appropriate person at UUCA. Who would that be? Abbie at abbiesteele5@gmail.com
At 1:17pm on March 3, 2010, Laura DelyLaura Dely said…
Thanks for the invite Lavona!! I'm far behind in extending my UUCA "friend" requests (in fact I have been completely passive in creating that list). You would be at the top of my efforts if I ever get around to actively inviting people to be "friends."
At 2:45pm on December 12, 2009, jill herndonjill herndon said…
Hi Lavona - I see you are coming to the Group leader website training tomorrow. I would like to invite you to join the new User Group. If you do that today, you can preview the topics and see Natty's wonderful Discussion item. Just click here and -- if I have done it right -- you will be there.
At 10:58am on August 27, 2009, Barbara JohnsonBarbara Johnson said…
Hi Lavona!
I was looking at the multicultural pages, and the JTW members needs updating - Denise Joseph and Cynthia Adcock are now on the team, Jacomina has stepped down, and Ann U. and Phyllis Dogan are co-chairs.
thank you,
Barbara
At 2:57pm on July 7, 2009, Marcy LeverenzMarcy Leverenz said…
I was speaking to Phil Loar last Friday, he said that you were planning a tour of the water tx. plant. Phil and Amy have been friends for a long time. They are member of our former congregation. I am so impressed with all your work at UUCA. I told Phil your could be CEO of anything and make it work.
At 2:18pm on June 15, 2009, Unitarian Universalist ChurchUnitarian Universalist Church said…
Looking good Lavona! I good profile photo, if I do say so myself!
At 6:15pm on June 14, 2009, Unitarian Universalist ChurchUnitarian Universalist Church said…
Congrats Lavona for well deserved recognition. I'm looking forward to working with you in the coming months. :) june
At 10:53pm on June 5, 2009, Unitarian Universalist ChurchUnitarian Universalist Church said…
Hello Lavonna! Welcome to the UUCAVA Beloved Community online. Now we can participate anytime and from anywhere in church life. Our shared journey of spiritual growth, lifelong learning and pursuit of social justice now continues in discussion boards, blogs, uploaded photos, videos and other social ways here. Please don't hesitate to ask questions in a reply or by posting them on the Help and Questions board in the Forum. Take a moment to go through the Getting-Started item for beta testers. It will demonstrate how to use this site. It's great to see you online! Can I get an "Amen?" :)
 
 
 

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