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NEW INFORMATION! ATTENTION/SAVE THE DATE: March 21, 2024 Environmental Film: REBELLION
by Ellie Stock 15 Mar '24

15 Mar '24

Dear Friends,Some new information! We are glad to announce that following the viewing of David Suzuki's film REBELLION (44 minutes) and a briefer conversation, Linda Hamilton of Redlands, CA, will be sharing information about her local work in addressing issues of climate change and community building. This will be helpful in grounding the film and catalyzing our thinking about "what to do" in response to facing environmental issues. Below are links to two websites about her work. Ellie Stockelliestock(a)aol.com - Redlands is on its way to becoming climate resilient www.redlandscommunitynews.com/news/redlands-is... Led by Linda Hamilton, a Redlands resident since 1979, Accelerate Neighborhood Climate Action is focused on local awareness, education, and action toward creating a more livable future. The ANCA (Ahn-ka) formed in March. It offers a variety of climate action initiatives and a growing list of programs. - Working with our neighbors to help combat ... - Redlands News | | | | | | | | | | | Working with our neighbors to help combat climate change in Redlands Linda Hamilton is founder of Accelerate Neighborhood Climate Action in Redlands. To volunteer or for more information about how your neighborhood can be involved, contact ANCA at ancainlandempire(a)gmail.com. I am a mother, a grandmother and a great-grandmother. In 2018, I woke up to how fast climate change is accelerat... | | | www.redlandscommunitynews.com/opinion/commentary/... Jul 7, 2022 Updated Jul 7, 2022. Linda Hamilton is founder of Accelerate Neighborhood Climate Action in Redlands. To volunteer or for more information about how your neighborhood can be involved, contact ANCA at ancainlandempire(a)gmail.com. I am a mother, a grandmother and a great-grandmother. MARCH ENVIRONMENTAL FILM: REBELLION YOU ARE INVITED! The March film in the 2024 Environmental Film Series hosted by The Ferguson Eco Team will be David Suzuki's The Nature of Things: REBELLION and will be shown, Thursday, March 21, 7:00 PM Central Time. A unique documentary featuring a one-on-one conversation between David Suzuki and Sir David Attenborough that takes the pulse of our planet and asks whether humans can change their ways in time. REBELLION is a crash-course in every social issue that has frustrated and inspired a new generation of activists. There’s a sense that this was a straightforward assignment going in – 2019 was the year of Greta after all. And much of the film is wrapped around climate change, with focus on Thunberg, nature filmmaker Sir David Attenborough (who has changed his message from awe over the beauty of nature to alarm at its state of peril), and Gail Bradbrook of the Extinction Rebellion movement that has made headlines with dramatic protests around the globe. But 2020 clearly threw a spanner in the works. All of a sudden, a clear theme was muddled by a pandemic and concurrent global racial unrest following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police. Rebellion works to connect the environment and racial injustice into a single issue. Conversation to follow the film. TO REGISTER FOR ZOOM LINK: https://bit.ly/FETMar2024 or use QR code below. Attached is a flyer for the film. For more information: (314) 521-8418 or carletonstock(a)aol.com

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20857.pdf. John Webster's 97th birthday
by Lynda C 10 Mar '24

10 Mar '24

https://wedgeblade.net/files/archives_assets/20857.pdf A message from Dr. John Webster, retired Purdue professor of journalism, celebrating his 97th birthday at his Episcopal Church in Arkansas brought back memories of encounter with this caring gentleman in my Archives calling, but also through Chicago connections through the years. Noted as one of the scholarly types, I requested that he share his memories with the Archives publications group. It is a long but most interesting read. In my brief reading this morning, I noted names that I’m not sure are on this OE list, so I’ve added them to the list. Of special interest was the name of Campus Minister Rev. Bob Ouradnik, whom we met through the Stovers in Greensboro, NC, about 15 years ago. He wrote a most interesting book something like How to Be Spiritual Without Being Religious. It is also listed in the publications. (A number of authors have consented to have their books or memories available on-line. Take a look or contact Karen Snyder if you would like to be one of those.). Take a moment and send a message to John celebrating this milestone in his life. His e-mail is johnwebster6695(a)att.net<mailto:johnwebster6695@att.net>. With care and celebration of these memories of our history, shared through John Webster. John Cock and I have just returned from a very special trip to visit our son Jeremiah and family in Spain. Lots of catching up to do, but wanted to share this message on John Websters special day. With care for our rich circle of colleagues, Lynda Cock 336-404-0770

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Celebrating Dick's 89th!
by Gail West 09 Mar '24

09 Mar '24

Sunny 88 degrees, chocolate cake from Jessie, custard treats from Evelyn and Larry all contribute to a celebrative day! And today a cold, rainy day as he moves on toward 90 years. Many thanks to all for the lovely greetings! Gail

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Re: [Oe List ...] The completed life of Jim BIshop
by RICHARD HOWIE 07 Mar '24

07 Mar '24

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Applied Spirituality and Sustainable Development Policy
by Robertson Work 06 Mar '24

06 Mar '24

Dear colleagues, Some of you may be interested in this video of yesterday's global Zoom meeting discussing the book Applied Spirituality and Sustainable Development Policy. My chapter concludes the book and begins at the 1 hour 2- minute mark of the video. The book is sponsored by the Jindal School of Government and Public Policy in India. On the Zoom call were Jan Sanders, Blase Sands, Nancy Trask, and Ronnie Seagren, and 20 others from India, France, Canada, and the US. Here it is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moNKgBKPxBc [https://www.bing.com/th?id=OVF.bW1gejtjuZI9otZ90mMPmg&pid=Api]<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moNKgBKPxBc> Book talk on “Applied Spirituality and Sustainable Development Policy”<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moNKgBKPxBc> www.youtube.com Blessings, Rob Robertson Work Books and bio<https://www.amazon.com/Robertson-Work/e/B075612GBF> Blogsite<https://compassionatecivilization.blogspot.com/> Substack<https://robertsonwork.substack.com/> Videos and articles<https://www.globalcompassioncoalition.org/author/robertson-work/> Website<https://www.robertsonwork.com/> Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/robertson.work> LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertsonwork/>

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ATTENTION/SAVE THE DATE!: March 21, 2024 Environmental Film: REBELLION
by Ellie Stock 04 Mar '24

04 Mar '24

MARCH ENVIRONMENTAL FILM: REBELLION YOU ARE INVITED! The March film in the 2024 Environmental Film Series hosted by The Ferguson Eco Team will be David Suzuki's The Nature of Things: REBELLION and will be shown, Thursday, March 21, 7:00 PM Central Time. A unique documentary featuring a one-on-one conversation between David Suzuki and Sir David Attenborough that takes the pulse of our planet and asks whether humans can change their ways in time. REBELLION is a crash-course in every social issue that has frustrated and inspired a new generation of activists. There’s a sense that this was a straightforward assignment going in – 2019 was the year of Greta after all. And much of the film is wrapped around climate change, with focus on Thunberg, nature filmmaker Sir David Attenborough (who has changed his message from awe over the beauty of nature to alarm at its state of peril), and Gail Bradbrook of the Extinction Rebellion movement that has made headlines with dramatic protests around the globe. But 2020 clearly threw a spanner in the works. All of a sudden, a clear theme was muddled by a pandemic and concurrent global racial unrest following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police. Rebellion works to connect the environment and racial injustice into a single issue. Conversation to follow the film. TO REGISTER FOR ZOOM LINK: https://bit.ly/FETMar2024 or use QR code below. Attached is a flyer for the film. For more information: (314) 521-8418 or carletonstock(a)aol.com

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Bob Booher's Obituary
by Ellie Stock 24 Feb '24

24 Feb '24

Link to Bob Booher's obituary: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com | | | | | | | | | | | Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc. Livonia & Honeoye, New York Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. with locations in Livonia and Honeoye, New York | | |

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Celebration of Life for Sandra Rafos
by Sharon Rafos 23 Feb '24

23 Feb '24

Dear Friends of Sandra, We hope this finds you well. Kim, Robin and I are sending out this announcement for our Mother's Celebration of Life. The date is *April 13th at 1:00 EST*, and we sincerely hope that you are able to attend or view virtually if you live out of town. It would be great to see you while we are in Toronto. Please help forward this invitation to others that you think might be interested in attending. We feel a bit limited in our outreach as we don't have all of the contact information for all of Mom's friends, but we do have contacts in most of her Circles and are asking people to help spread the word. She lived a remarkable life. [image: Sandy Rafos Celebration of Life.jpg] *To join us on Zoom:* http://tinyurl.com/neighbourhoodservice <https://nuuc.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=6c3bf3c6f5ba6d60ca018e3e5&id…> Password: nuuc *Directions to the Church:* Neighbourhood Unitarian Universalist Church <https://www.google.com/maps/place/Neighbourhood+Unitarian+Universalist+Cong…> The entrance is on Jackman Ave, one-half block North of the Danforth. We look forward to celebrating our Mother, Sandra Lynne Rafos <https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/sandra-rafos-obituary?id=53610002>, and her wonderful life with you. With Love and Care, Kim, Sharon and Robin -- Sharon Rafos srafos(a)gmail.com (231) 340-0634

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Resending with Registration link correction: ATTENTION: February 2024 Environmental Film, "OYATE, " info and Flyer
by Ellie Stock 21 Feb '24

21 Feb '24

Hi Folks, Resending environmental film info with registration link correction. Sorry for the confusion. Ellie :) elliestock(a)aol.com FEBRUARY ENVIRONMENTAL FILM: OYATE The February in the 2024 Environmental Film Series hosted by The Ferguson Eco Team will be "OYATE, and will be shown, Thursday, February 22, 7:00 PM Central Time. The Dakota Access Pipeline protests became an inflection point for Indigenous people and modern tribal sovereignty. Thousands of people from across the country gathered at the STANDING ROCK reservation to stand in solidarity with the Lakota people. Since then, community leaders have used their newfound platform to organize and educate people about their issues. OYATE uses the #NoDAPL struggle as a jumping off point to dive into an array of issues that affect Indigenous people. The film centers around a diverse group of Indigenous voices led by activist Phyllis Young, attorney Chase Iron Eyes, hip hop artist Stuart James, and Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland as they unravel a history of systemic oppression defined by broken treaties, land theft, and cultural erasure. The latter half of the story follows the subjects on the ground as they take the fight to state governments, Washington DC, and eventually the United Nations. Conversation to follow the film. TO REGISTER FOR ZOOM LINK: https://bit.ly/FETFeb2024 or use QR code below. Attached is a flyer for the film. For more information: (314) 521-8418 or carletonstock(a)aol.com Ellie Stock elliestock(a)aol.com

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Bob Booher: End of Journey on Earth
by Ellie Stock 20 Feb '24

20 Feb '24

Dear Friends, On Sunday, February 18, 2024 at 08:19:31 PM CST, Sarah Booher (gefbooher(a)stny.rr.com) wrote: Bob passed away this morning Feb 18 about 11 am. It was peaceful with family there. Today she wrote and asked me to share on the list serves: We are working on the obituary. Bob did not want a funeral. He wanted the family to hold a private memorial event outside on his daughter’s farm at a later time. People are encouraged to make a donation to a worthy local charity of their choice and he was very involved with good vocal groups struggling financially… don’t they all. Sarah will forward the obituary when it is complete. Carleton and I worked with Bob as part of the Rochester LCX for the six years we were there--many meetings and events between our neighboring congregation, Dewey Avenue Presbyterian Church and his, Christ Presbyterian Church. Bob was a mentor, friend, and colleague, and we always appreciated his sense of care, compassion, sense of humor, and passion for justice, grounded in local communities. Our paths crossed many times through the ICA and in 2014 when he and Sarah attended the 40th reunion of the Rochester Region Global Odyssey. We had a chance to talk with him a few weeks ago when he was looking for the words to the Being Song and also the In Memoriam Reflection, at that time in hospice care. He said he was half-way through the 6 months' time the doctors gave him. A few days ago we talked with Sarah and Bob was talking in the background, saying he was "lumping along". I asked, limping along?, and he said just "lumping" along. We give thanks for and celebrate the gift of his passionate life, his care and love for creation (grounded in their farm) and for his love of music and singing. Our prayers are with Sarah and all the family. May Bob's legacy live on through those whose lives he touched. Grace and peace~Ellie elliestock(a)aol.com

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