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[Carol Koepp (carolkoepp]

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From: Ralph Wyman MUUSJA 
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Sent: Tuesday, June 02, 2009 10:20 AM
Subject: MUUSJA - Climate Change Action Alert!


           
                        MUUSJA - MN UU Social Justice Alliance
                        June 2, 2009  
                 
                        Dear Carol,

                        We are all shocked and saddened by the murder of Doctor 
George Tiller, an abortion provider from Kansas.  His clinic was one of only 
three in the nation that would provide late term abortion services (after 21 
weeks.)  The first of the UU principles says that we affirm the inherent worth 
and dignity of every person.  Dr. Tiller provided health care with dignity and 
respect.  It wasn't just patients who were aided by his compassion and 
perseverance, but their families, friends and communities.
                         
                        "Tiller provided critical reproductive health care 
services, including abortion services, to women facing some of the most 
difficult medical circumstances. He was continually harassed by abortion 
opponents for much of his career - his clinic was burned down, [and] he was 
shot by a health center protestor," said Cecile Richards of Planned Parenthood 
in an e-mail sent to supporters. 
                         
                        It is a time to grieve, and to take action to protect 
doctors, clinics and the right for women to make choices for themselves and 
their families.
                         
                        Ways to take action:

                          a.. Join the Minnesota Choice Coalition for a 
candlelight vigil in remembrance of Dr. Tiller. this evening, Tuesday, June 2nd 
from 9-9:30 p.m. in Loring Park, near downtown Minneapolis.  Please bring your 
own candle.
                          b.. Host a faith and choices discussion group at your 
congregation.  The Reproductive Rights Sacred Choices working group can connect 
you with facilitators.
                          c.. Become a clinic escort, volunteer your time to 
help walk people through protesters to get to the clinic.
                          d.. Write to your state senator and representative to 
urge full funding of aid for the rising cost of health care and birth control.
                          e.. Write to your US senator to make sure the new 
supreme court justice will support Roe v Wade and the right to privacy.
                         
                        Respectfully and Reverently,
                        Kathleen Hollinger
                        MUUSJA Board Chair
                       
                 
                          
                       
                 
                        A few details about tonight's vigil at Loring Park, 
from our partner RCRC - MN:

                        Please join the Minnesota Choice Coalition in a 
candlelight vigil for Dr. Tiller.

                        There will be no speaking program, no bullhorns, no 
chanting and no political rhetoric. We just want to gather to silently reflect 
on one man's life and contribution to the pro-choice movement, and to mourn 
among other pro-choice supporters.

                        Please bring your own candle, and meet us in Loring 
Park tonight from 9-9:30 p.m. This event is open to the public, but we do ask 
that you RSVP simply so we can get an idea of how many people to expect.

                        RSVP to Keily at info [at] mnrcrc.org



                        Other upcoming events:


                        Our recent newsletter has many details about MUUSJA 
happenings.

                        And we'd like to tell you about this additional 
opportunity:

                        An Evening with Singer-Songwriter Ann Reed, with 
Special Guest Leslie Ball
                        Saturday, June 6th 
                        Time: 7:30 p.m; doors open at 7:00 p.m..
                        Tickets include reception: $25 in advance, $30 at the 
door. 
                        Call church office for tickets: 651-426-2369

                        Spring fundraiser for White Bear UU Church.  Ann's rich 
alto, smooth guitar licks, great songs, and sly wit make for a delightful 
evening.  Ticket price covers the concert and after-glow reception sponsored by 
Café Latte, Northern Vineyards and Valley Vineyard.
                        Location: White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church
                        328 Maple Street, Mahtomedi, MN 55115
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                        Thank you for taking action on our UU values.

                        Want to support our Minnesota-based advocacy and social 
change work?  Donate online to MUUSJA.
                        Thank you!

                        Ralph Wyman
                        MUUSJA Director/Organizer

                        612-998-6624
                        rwmuusja [at] gmail.com
                       
                 
           
           
     

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