We are pleased to present a wide variety of offerings this spring. The
complete course descriptions with contact information, schedules, and
a registration form are included in the
printer-friendly (PDF) version
of the program catalog, or, browse the offerings by the titles below.
Registration forms (and payment by check) can be deposit in the "drop box" at the Adult RE table in the
north vestibule or mailed to BUUF, attention Adult RE). You may register for more than one class. Your registration will be
confirmed with a call to remind you of the start date for the classes or
workshops you have selected. If the class is full, we will contact you
and refund the fee.
Philosopher, cultural historian, and internationally acclaimed author
Richard Tarnas (Passion of the Western Mind) will discuss his new book,
Cosmos and Psyche: Intimations of a New World Order, at a two-day
conference at BUUF. The author will challenge our understanding of
history at its very foundations, suggesting a synchronistic connection
between the structure of the world and the psyche that pervades it.
Four intimate salons (January through March) will precede the April
conference.
Leaders: Reverend Elizabeth Greene, Bill Renwick, Elton Hall,
Susan Wildwood
Schedule and location: 4 monthly salons, Fridays, January 5, February 2,
March 2, April 6, 7-9 p.m. in the Jr. High room. Two-day conference
featuring Richard Tarnas, Friday, April 27, 7-9 p.m., Saturday, April 28, 9
a.m. to 12 noon and 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., in the sanctuary.
Registration fee: The Conference Friday evening session is $10
for those who pre-register, or $15 at the door; the Saturday session by
itself is $40; Pre-registration for both days is $40! Monthly salons are
$5 per salon or $15 for all four; pay at the door. Call Gerry Morris at
658-1710 to reserve your place in advance.
One of the progressive sages of our time, David Korten was at BUUF on
January 19 to discuss his new book, The Great Turning: From Empire to Earth
Community. Theologian Matthew Fox praises this epic work as "a tour de
force... a revelation of where we might travel if we have the moral
imagination and the courage to choose and act wisely." Now we have an
opportunity to participate in The Great Turning book study and discussion
class, drawing on materials from David Korten's website. We'll share
insights with one another and apply new understanding to living our UU
principles.
Facilitators: Mike Philley and Mason Morfit
Schedule and location: 5 Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., February
15, 22; March 1, 8, 15; Jr. High room.
Registration fee: $10
Maximum enrollment: 12
Many people have found that meditation helps in staying balanced in a
busy and sometimes unbalanced world. To aid that equilibrium, this class
will practice some basic meditation techniques as well as discussing
obstacles that can arise. We will explore silent meditation, breathing
meditation, chanting meditation and movement meditation. Anyone can do
these!
Leader: Reverend Elizabeth Greene
Schedule and location: 3 sessions; Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m.; March 13,
20, 27; Sr. High room.
Registration fee: $10
Maximum enrollment: 20
In this workshop, we will explore what it really means to be healthy and
how the alternative approaches of Oriental Medicine and modern nutritional
therapy can help us grow healthier naturally. Topics will include
acupuncture and herbal medicine, stress management, overcoming chronic
degenerative disease, how to grow younger, and how to minimize toxicity
exposure. We'll also learn a simple technique that will always tell if a
food or supplement (or drug) is beneficial or not. It is possible for
anyone to have powerful breakthroughs in their health! This workshop will
give you tools to make a quantum leap toward greater health and
vitality.
Leaders: Hector Perez and Frances Towle, Licensed Acupuncturists,
Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
Schedule and location: 1 evening session; Monday, 7-9 p.m., March
5; Sr. High room
Registration fee: $5
Maximum enrollment: 20
Watch an inspiring (perhaps enlightening!) movie or documentary at
Spiritual Cinema gatherings on Tuesday evenings. We'll go beyond being
merely entertained as we actively discuss a film's meaning and relevance to
our liberal religious values and spiritual sensibilities. Many of these
films have never been released commercially because Hollywood distributors
don't believe there is an audience (hence profit!). Several selections
come from the Spiritual Cinema Circle, an organization that encourages
independent filmmakers to create films "that matter," and makes them
available to wider audiences.
Leader: Nuralima (for more information, contact Nuralima at
378-1412)
Schedule and location: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month, 7-9
p.m., beginning January 16 through May 15; Jr. High room
Registration fee: None. We suggest a $5 donation for drop-in
film viewing and discussion
Maximum audience: 24
Chef extraordinaire Bryan Jennings will tantalize our taste buds in this
hands-on, low-calorie Mexican cooking class. Learn how to prepare his
famous chicken enchiladas and other delectable dishes from south of the
border. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo (Mexico's Independence Day) while
observing and learning from the master. We'll prepare healthy recipes
using fresh (and possibly secret) ingredients, and share the outcome in a
group fiesta!
Leader: Bryan Jennings
Schedule and location: Saturday, May 5, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.;
kitchen/sanctuary
Registration fee: $10
Maximum enrollment: 10
Offered by the Idaho Earth Institute, this 8-week discussion course can
be the catalyst for simplifying your life. It may help you begin to slow
down and enjoy the things that really matter. You'll examine your lifestyle
and values in the company of others who also wish to simplify—a process
that can lead to new insights and understanding. You may see through old
conflicts that you can now resolve, recognize limiting habit patterns you can
change, and create new routines for a more satisfying and fulfilling life. All
this while minimizing your ecological footprint on the Earth!
Idaho Earth Institute Mentor: Claudia Fernsworth
Schedule and location: 8 sessions, Sundays, 5-6:30 p.m.; March 4,
11, 18, 25; April 1, 8, 15, 22; Sr. High room
Registration fee: $25 (includes $15 cost of guidebook with
readings and discussion questions)
Maximum enrollment: 12
Learn communication skills for creating a committed, resilient, and
loving relationship
Leaders: Jim and Kathy Vashro
Kathy Vashro is an Idaho licensed counselor with certifications in Imago
Relationship Counseling and Adlerian Psychological Theory. She also is a
certified Special Education and Elementary Education Teacher. Jim
Vashro is a retired manager from Hewlett Packard. He holds degrees in
Management of Technology and Electrical Engineering, is a Vietnam
Veteran from the Air Force, and is certified in Adlerian Psychological
Theory. Kathy and Jim have been married for 22 years. Together they have
taught parenting, stepfamily and relationship workshops for 20 years.
They have raised six sons and now enjoy nine grandchildren.
Schedule and location:
Saturday, March 31, 9 am—5 pm, at the Fellowship.
Registration fee: $50 per couple
Bring a sack lunch. Snacks and water will be provided
Maximum enrollment: 6 couples
Book Recommendation: Getting the Love You Want,
by Harville Hendrix
