Envy claims its victims by making them feel either cheated (Why does good fortune always allude me?) or entitled (Why don't I get what I truly deserve?), and thus out of right relations with self and others.

The good news is that there are antidotes for the green monster when it comes calling, and they are easily within our reach. This Sunday we'll discover how to deal with envy in challenging economic times, as we continue this ongoing sermon series on the nature of sin in the post-modern world.

Joining me on the Chancel will be Pastoral Care Minister Rev. Fred Rabidoux, Ministerial Intern Peter Olandt, and Worship Associates Alison Rittger and Antonia Porter. The choir will minister in music, and we will celebrate the new life of another baby in our family of faith.

Please bring your friends and neighbors to church with you to hear for themselves the good news of Unitarian Universalism.

Check out the Community Art show in the Kings Gallery. All of the art was created as a part of the Religious Education art program under the direction of Theda Burke, Barbara Sizelove, and Kristen Stephens. The show decorates the walls of the Men's Shelter and includes paintings, printing, and more.

On Sunday, choir for children and adults -- an expanded choir, led by Carolyn Jayne -- will rehearse the dinner entertainment for the Men's Shelter on February 13. If you want to lend your voice to this effort, please come to the practice Sunday morning at 10.

Also at 10, the First Unitarian Universalist Nonsense Society (FUUNS) will welcome you to join their non-serious business in the Thomas Starr King Room, and the Parents Group will gather in the Religious Education Library.

Children and youth will attend the beginning of the service in the Sanctuary at 11 before going to their classes. Newcomers are always welcome to Children's Religious Education Program. Parents are also invited to accompany their children and assist. For more information email Acting Director Betty Skwarek or phone her at 776-4580.

Adults are invited to register for the three classes starting in February. Stop by the church office to tell us you're coming! The new courses are:

• What New Ministers Read led by Peter Olandt, Ministerial Intern and Betty Skwarek, Acting Director of Religious Education, third Sundays 12:30 to 2 pm, February 15 to May 17. The first topic will be "Early Unitarian Sermons." The course fee is $5 or $2 per session.
• Building Your Own Theology led by Rev. Greg Stewart on Thursdays from 7 to 9 pm beginning February 19, four sessions. Unitarian Universalists ask questions: Do I believe in God? What happens to me when I die? How do I find truth? Who am I? If you would like to tackle these questions with others who are interested in exploring issue of ultimacy, this class is for you. The fee is $25.
• Unitarian Universalist Roots led by Dr. Amy Kelly, on Wednesdays from 7 to 9 pm beginning February 25, four sessions. Amy is a birthright Universalist with a deep understanding of our denomination's history and practices. The fee is $20.

Jes Richardson and his partner Leslie Angeline (both pictured below) went to Iran in May, 2008. When they returned, they quit their jobs and moved to Washington, DC to lobby for peace with Iran.

Come hear Jes tell about their trip to Iran and their activism in the United States. Jes is also a member of the Gandhi Brigade and active in its quest for peace. He'll bring their well traveled puppet mascot with him Sunday!

The free program will start at 9:45. Come at 9:30 for conversation, coffee, and (for a slight charge) a light breakfast.

Do you ever see people in church and wonder what their names are? Have you ever heard an announcement regarding a member and wished you could put a face with a name? Well, help is on the way! Click to schedule your personal photo session for the new church directory.

There is no cost to members to have your photograph taken, and you will receive a complementary 8 x 10 portrait and directory for participating. You can also have more pictures taken (bring your partner, pet, guitar) and purchase additional portraits for family and friends.

Cathy Lyon and Betsy Darr are scheduling the photo sessions and will have a table in the gallery beginning this Sunday. Or, register on line (a link will also be on the Society's website). Photo dates are March 17 through March 21.

Bob held a Ph.D. in mathematics from MIT and was a university professor and later in life a real estate agent in San Francisco.

His greatest pleasure was nurturing young minds and later mentoring new real estate agents. Bob was actively involved with Up On Top, an after school program for elementary aged children.

We extend our sympathy to Miko, Jennifer, Eric, other family, and friends.

Memorial donations can be made in his honor to Up On Top.

The Memorial Service for Barbara Bourns will be held Sunday at 2 pm in the Sanctuary. A reception in the Thomas Starr King Room will follow.

Barbara's sisters Nancy and Elizabeth and her brother, Gordon, invite Barbara's many friends from 1st UU to join in this celebration of Barbara's full and rich life.

Rev. Rabidoux will officiate and both Rev. Greg Stewart and Rev. Kay Jorgensen will participate. Choir members under the direction of Dr. Mark Sumner will sing and Reiko Lane will be the organist.

The Unitarian Universalist Young Adult Network (UUYAN) welcomes everyone between the ages of 18-35 to join them for lunch Sunday. UUYANers meet on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month.

The lunch is a great way to enjoy the camaraderie of bright, interesting, active people.

The group will gather in the lobby of the church after the Service to head out to an agreeable spot. Find the UUYANs and come along!

The Great Green Auction asks you to ask your favorite businesses for donations of goods and services. Help the Society and help your favorite business. What??? Because advertising works!

Think of all the money spent on advertisements in local newspapers. Your favorite hair dresser, florist, coffee shop, or restaurant can "buy" a very inexpensive advertisement by donating services or a great meal to The Great Green Auction for bidding. What a target market! Plus, it's a nice way for them to thank you for your continued and loyal business.

Please consider asking. If you are too shy to ask, why not buy a gift certificate for service or a meal at your favorite restaurant? We will provide a letter to document the donation.

Stop by The Great Green Auction table after services on Sunday and pick up a donation form. And please help us by donating YOUR services too!

photo by Sonnie Willis

Last Sunday the Congregation welcomed Claire Abelembisch Aloriga, the daughter of Suzanne Lessard and John Baba. Great joy for a great child!