This outdoor, revival-style extravaganza will highlight the “big tent” philosophy of Unitarian Universalism (UUism),
celebrating and creatively expressing the unconditional love and acceptance of our faith.
Enjoy hands-on intergenerational activities such as rhythm and chant circles, community art-making, and liturgical
dance. Participate in a youth-led worship then rock out with Chicago based-band, Cobalt and the Hired Guns. Bring
a picnic dinner for the community dinner, and get ready for an evening of dynamic music and worship that features the
nationally-acclaimed Rev. Meg Barnhouse, singer-songwriter, preacher, and humorist; Rev. Bill Breeden, UU Church
of Bloomington; and Rev. Stephen Sinclair, UU Church of Indianapolis. Firebrand preaching will be punctuated by
music from a community choir (led by Pam Blevins Hinkle), special guest musicians, along with energetic
congregational singing.
SCHEDULE: (A detailed schedule will be posted closer to the 18th)
Come for the whole day or just a portion! Many activities are outdoors under a big tent (including the meal and
evening worship) so be sure to bring your water bottle and dress comfortably. Buildings will be open if you need to
cool down or re-fill your water bottle.
VOLUNTEER: Wanna sing in the community choir? Email pbhinkle@gmail.com. Wanna be a day-of volunteer,
artist helper, or host? Email donnajacobsen@sbcglobal.net. Wanna provide home hospitality to out-of-town guests?
Email hmhendrickson@earthlink.net.
JOIN THE GOSPEL-STYLE CHOIR: This choir is open to anyone and everyone. The music is easy, energetic,
and life-affirming. Email Pam Blevins Hinkle to see/hear the song list. If you can make two rehearsals before the 18th,
that should do it -- 4 are scheduled (each 2 hours) at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Indianapolis, 615 W. 43rd
St., Cottage Music Room: Saturday, Sept 4 (10 am), Sunday, Sept 5, (12:30 pm), Saturday, Sept 11 (10 am), and
Sunday, Sept 12, (12:30 pm).
HOME HOSPITALITY: Coming from out of town? Want to meet new UU friends? Home hospitality is available
for $40/night (proceeds benefit the project). Email hmhendrickson@earthlink.net.
STAY CONNECTED: Join us at HUUsier PalUUza on Facebook —invite all your friends to experience the magic
of our faith!
GOALS: The Huusier Paluuza will highlight the welcoming spirit and sensory dimensions of our faith in a one-of-a-
kind experience that will bring Central Indiana UUs together and introduce UUism to our neighborhood and
community. Our goal is to make visible the uncommon denomination in greater Indianapolis by (1) creatively
expressing the “big tent” philosophy of our faith that flows from our Universalist heritage and our present day
commitment to the inherent worth and dignity of all people; (2) expressing spirituality through the arts and the arts
through spirituality, not as products passively consumed or observed, but rather as a deep form of both personal and
communal expression of and for the s/Spirit; (3) presenting UUism as a multidimensional faith of broad generational
appeal with wide ranging opportunities for participation, celebration, and fellowship; (4) mining and showcasing the
cultural riches within Central Indiana’s UU congregations; and (5) demonstrating the collaborative spirit of our
denomination.
ORGANIZERS AND FUNDERS: This project, which is funded by the UUA’s Fund for UUism and the
Community Beacon Fund of UUI, is a ground-breaking collaboration between seven congregations: All Souls
Unitarian Church (Indianapolis), First UU Congregation (Terre Haute), Heartland UU Church (Zionsville), Oaklandon
Universalist Church (Indianapolis) , UU Church (West Lafayette), UU Church of Indianapolis, and UU Church of
Kokomo.
For more information, contact Pam Blevins Hinkle at pbhinkle@gmail.com or 317-213-7522.
celebrating and creatively expressing the unconditional love and acceptance of our faith.
Enjoy hands-on intergenerational activities such as rhythm and chant circles, community art-making, and liturgical
dance. Participate in a youth-led worship then rock out with Chicago based-band, Cobalt and the Hired Guns. Bring
a picnic dinner for the community dinner, and get ready for an evening of dynamic music and worship that features the
nationally-acclaimed Rev. Meg Barnhouse, singer-songwriter, preacher, and humorist; Rev. Bill Breeden, UU Church
of Bloomington; and Rev. Stephen Sinclair, UU Church of Indianapolis. Firebrand preaching will be punctuated by
music from a community choir (led by Pam Blevins Hinkle), special guest musicians, along with energetic
congregational singing.
SCHEDULE: (A detailed schedule will be posted closer to the 18th)
- 2-5 pm: Intergenerational Family Activities will combine creativity and spirituality to highlight UU
principles (schedule TBA):
- Community painting with Jackie Wyatt and Indianapolis artists
- Rhythm Circle with Sally Childs-Helton
- Chants and Rounds with Pam Blevins Hinkle
- Liturgical Dance with Nina Ryan
- Indigo Dyeing with Stephanie Robertson
- Cairn Building Project with Rev. Amy Kindred
- 4:30-5 pm: Youth-Led, Intergenerational Worship Service
- 5-6 pm: Chicago-based rock band, Cobalt and the Hired Guns
- 6-7 pm: Community Meal. Bring a picnic dinner for your family--and bring an extra sandwich to welcome a
guest. Eat at tables and chairs under the big tent or bring a blanket and sit on the grass. Please be “green”
(supply your own dishware) and supply your own coolers (no refrigeration available).
- 7-10 pm: A revival-style evening that creatively blends firebrand preaching, music, and humor.
Featuring:
- Nationally known song-writer, speaker and humorist Rev. Meg Barnhouse
- Rev. Bill Breeden (UU Bloomington)
- Rev. Stephen Sinclair (UU of Indianapolis).
- Community Choir, led by Pam Blevins Hinkle
- Plus special guest musicians and energetic congregational singing.
- 2-10 p.m. Art Exhibit by artists in all Central Indiana UU congregations.
Come for the whole day or just a portion! Many activities are outdoors under a big tent (including the meal and
evening worship) so be sure to bring your water bottle and dress comfortably. Buildings will be open if you need to
cool down or re-fill your water bottle.
VOLUNTEER: Wanna sing in the community choir? Email pbhinkle@gmail.com. Wanna be a day-of volunteer,
artist helper, or host? Email donnajacobsen@sbcglobal.net. Wanna provide home hospitality to out-of-town guests?
Email hmhendrickson@earthlink.net.
JOIN THE GOSPEL-STYLE CHOIR: This choir is open to anyone and everyone. The music is easy, energetic,
and life-affirming. Email Pam Blevins Hinkle to see/hear the song list. If you can make two rehearsals before the 18th,
that should do it -- 4 are scheduled (each 2 hours) at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Indianapolis, 615 W. 43rd
St., Cottage Music Room: Saturday, Sept 4 (10 am), Sunday, Sept 5, (12:30 pm), Saturday, Sept 11 (10 am), and
Sunday, Sept 12, (12:30 pm).
HOME HOSPITALITY: Coming from out of town? Want to meet new UU friends? Home hospitality is available
for $40/night (proceeds benefit the project). Email hmhendrickson@earthlink.net.
STAY CONNECTED: Join us at HUUsier PalUUza on Facebook —invite all your friends to experience the magic
of our faith!
GOALS: The Huusier Paluuza will highlight the welcoming spirit and sensory dimensions of our faith in a one-of-a-
kind experience that will bring Central Indiana UUs together and introduce UUism to our neighborhood and
community. Our goal is to make visible the uncommon denomination in greater Indianapolis by (1) creatively
expressing the “big tent” philosophy of our faith that flows from our Universalist heritage and our present day
commitment to the inherent worth and dignity of all people; (2) expressing spirituality through the arts and the arts
through spirituality, not as products passively consumed or observed, but rather as a deep form of both personal and
communal expression of and for the s/Spirit; (3) presenting UUism as a multidimensional faith of broad generational
appeal with wide ranging opportunities for participation, celebration, and fellowship; (4) mining and showcasing the
cultural riches within Central Indiana’s UU congregations; and (5) demonstrating the collaborative spirit of our
denomination.
ORGANIZERS AND FUNDERS: This project, which is funded by the UUA’s Fund for UUism and the
Community Beacon Fund of UUI, is a ground-breaking collaboration between seven congregations: All Souls
Unitarian Church (Indianapolis), First UU Congregation (Terre Haute), Heartland UU Church (Zionsville), Oaklandon
Universalist Church (Indianapolis) , UU Church (West Lafayette), UU Church of Indianapolis, and UU Church of
Kokomo.
For more information, contact Pam Blevins Hinkle at pbhinkle@gmail.com or 317-213-7522.
Page last updated: 08/31/2010
| Huusier Paluuza Saturday, September 18, 2010, 2-10 pm Unitairian Universalist Church of Indianapolis 615 W. 43rd St. (near the Butler Univ campus) |
| A camp meeting, picnic, revival, painting, performing, drumming, dancing, singing worship service collaboration between seven UU congregations in Central Indiana |
