September 9, 2008, E-News
View Randy Pausch's Last Lecture
Did you know that Randy Pausch was a Unitarian Universalist (UU)?
In his Last Lecture: Really Achieving Your Childhood Dreams, which he delivered on September 18, 2007, at Carnegie Mellon University, Pausch powerfully affirmed life—even as he himself faced death—and inspired his readers to actualize their dreams by living well each day.
Pausch’s message is a universal one, but particularly poignant as we struggle to live our faith in the world during these complicated times.
Join us in honoring Randy Pausch by viewing his Last Lecture, being aired on public television stations across the country, during the coming week. Check your local listings for broadcast times or:
View the full lecture on YouTube.
Join Thousands of UUs Across the Country
“In our area of the country, where there are very few Unitarian Universalist congregations, it’s easy to feel isolated,” says Rev. Bill Neely of Neshoba Unitarian Universalist Church in Cordova, TN. “Association Sunday, however, helps us recognize and celebrate our connections to the wider faith as we join hundreds of other congregations in supporting Unitarian Universalism.”
Read more about how this congregation has affirmed the importance of coming together—especially in regions where it’s easy, as religious liberals, to feel alone.
Sign up for Association Sunday 2008, focusing on Growth in Spirit, to be held on October 12th.
Digital Gift Planning Library
While estate planning may be the last thing on your mind at this point in your life, consider taking note for future use!
The Office of Legacy Gifts has a large library of printed gift planning resources available by request to both individuals and congregations. In an effort to make these resources more widely available, we have created a digital library featuring many of the popular brochures and booklets that cover both general and detailed information, including the Pathway to a Legacy (PDF) booklet which describes 10 different ways to make a legacy gift.
View the complete library of resources.
Now is the Time Campaign Update
As of September 8, 2008, the Campaign has reached 82% of its $50 million goal, including $17.1 million in cash and pledges and $23.9 million in legacy commitments.
Thank you for your generosity!
Last updated on Monday, August 24, 2009.
