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Sunday, February 19, 2012
A Covenant for Economic Justice at CUCC
Saturday, February 18, 2012
I can't see the whole Lenten calendar entry. Help!
When you are using the online version of the calendar, do you might find that when you click the Spiritual practice you can't see all of the "essay?"
If you don't "speak computer."
When you look at the internet, you use a "browser" - a computer program that connects you to the internet and helps you find stuff (go away, tech people, I know this is oversimplified). Some browsers you pay for, some are free, and all track what you are looking at in limited ways (see their privacy agreements). C'est la vie.
Now, back to your problem.
My guess is that you are having this problem because you use Internet Explorer as your browser. How can you tell? Look at the very top of your internet page. I'm guessing you'll see a blue bar with a funny "e" and "Windows Internet Explorer." Fortunately for us, your computer is happy to let you use two different browsers and there are free options. Consider adding either Firefox's Mozilla or Google's Chrome as your second browser. That way you can keep doing what you're used to doing on your old browser, but have this new one as an alternative if you run into problems like the one with our Lenten Calendar. I don't have a preference for either browser; I have found that both read the Calendar (and a bunch of other stuff) much better than Internet Explorer.
Here is how to load a second browser (a second way to access the internet). In less than five minutes you'll have a second browser ready to use.
Here are the links to the two free browsers.
Firefox's Mozilla OR Google Chrome
Click on the big rectangular button that says
"Firefox Free Download" OR "Download Google Chrome"
Keep a look out for questions asking if you want this to be your "default" browser which means the one that shows up automatically. Say "no" (unclick the little checked box) until you are sure you like this better than what you have.
There will be very simple directions there telling you exactly what to do. As I recall, you'll be asked to Accept the program and to Run the program. (For Google Chrome you'll see a screen that says this could take a few minutes. It does. Go get a cup of coffee so you don't feel stressed waiting and wondering if you did something wrong. You didn't.)
You do NOT have to join Google to use the browser.
If this sounds complicated to try on your own, call me and I'll talk you through it. But honestly, it isn't. I learned how to do this last Thursday! Really!
If you do "speak computer."
I found that my Internet Explorer 8 cuts off the "Description" section of the calendar event after about 1000 characters. Others in the Google community found other cut offs. No one has found a way to expand that window.
Some options:
Use Google' Chrome, Firefox's Mozilla, or Apple's Safari as your browser. All work perfectly for me.
Try updating to Internet Explorer 9 IFF you have Windows Vista or 7 (won't work with XP).
If you don't "speak computer."
When you look at the internet, you use a "browser" - a computer program that connects you to the internet and helps you find stuff (go away, tech people, I know this is oversimplified). Some browsers you pay for, some are free, and all track what you are looking at in limited ways (see their privacy agreements). C'est la vie.
Now, back to your problem.
My guess is that you are having this problem because you use Internet Explorer as your browser. How can you tell? Look at the very top of your internet page. I'm guessing you'll see a blue bar with a funny "e" and "Windows Internet Explorer." Fortunately for us, your computer is happy to let you use two different browsers and there are free options. Consider adding either Firefox's Mozilla or Google's Chrome as your second browser. That way you can keep doing what you're used to doing on your old browser, but have this new one as an alternative if you run into problems like the one with our Lenten Calendar. I don't have a preference for either browser; I have found that both read the Calendar (and a bunch of other stuff) much better than Internet Explorer.
Here is how to load a second browser (a second way to access the internet). In less than five minutes you'll have a second browser ready to use.
Here are the links to the two free browsers.
Firefox's Mozilla OR Google Chrome
Click on the big rectangular button that says
"Firefox Free Download" OR "Download Google Chrome"
Keep a look out for questions asking if you want this to be your "default" browser which means the one that shows up automatically. Say "no" (unclick the little checked box) until you are sure you like this better than what you have.
There will be very simple directions there telling you exactly what to do. As I recall, you'll be asked to Accept the program and to Run the program. (For Google Chrome you'll see a screen that says this could take a few minutes. It does. Go get a cup of coffee so you don't feel stressed waiting and wondering if you did something wrong. You didn't.)
You do NOT have to join Google to use the browser.
If this sounds complicated to try on your own, call me and I'll talk you through it. But honestly, it isn't. I learned how to do this last Thursday! Really!
If you do "speak computer."
I found that my Internet Explorer 8 cuts off the "Description" section of the calendar event after about 1000 characters. Others in the Google community found other cut offs. No one has found a way to expand that window.
Some options:
Use Google' Chrome, Firefox's Mozilla, or Apple's Safari as your browser. All work perfectly for me.
Try updating to Internet Explorer 9 IFF you have Windows Vista or 7 (won't work with XP).
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Sign up for Lenten events
Please sign up for the Lenten events. You can call or email the church office or sign up on A Gathering of Friends bulletin board.
Why?
- some events include food; we want to have enough
- some events use materials; we want to have enough
- some events have childcare; we want your child to be safely attended
- some events require someone to meet you (ex. carpooling to the art walk or walking the Meredith labyrinth); we don't want to lose you
That said, don't stay home if you didn't sign up. Before you leave home check your email or our home page Upcoming Events column for last minute changes.
Why?
- some events include food; we want to have enough
- some events use materials; we want to have enough
- some events have childcare; we want your child to be safely attended
- some events require someone to meet you (ex. carpooling to the art walk or walking the Meredith labyrinth); we don't want to lose you
That said, don't stay home if you didn't sign up. Before you leave home check your email or our home page Upcoming Events column for last minute changes.
How can my children be involved during Lent?
Most days you'll find three sections which were prepared with different age groups in mind.
Activity: These were written with children and adults in mind. Expect things to make, things to find, memories to share, conversation, dancing, singing, ritual.... You'll create a Lenten table and place items there.
A story from… and CUCC hiStory Be on the lookout for stories from our children, youth and families. Stories from adults were generally written with adults in mind.
Dig deeper: These events occur throughout the season and in various locations around Raleigh. Child care is not provided unless noted.
{.} children & youth are welcome although the event was not necessarily planned for them; parents, you know your children.
{c} planned for children
{Y} either planned for youth OR planned for adults with youth welcome if they are interested; parents, you know your youth.
not marked planned for adults.
Monday, February 13, 2012
Where to find the Lenten Spiritual Practices Calendar
Share this calendar with friends and family. Here are three ways to access it online.
Lenten Spiritual Practices Calendar (online)- an online version through Google calendar. "All day events" (in color box) link to the Activity, Stories and to Dig Deeper events of the day.
Links to color photos for February 28, February 29, and March 21
Link to finger labyrinth for March 5
You should not have to set up a Google account; the calendar is public.
Lenten Spiritual Practices Calendar (12 point pdf) - print this pdf version (37 pages)
pp. 6, 7, and 21 include color photos; the rest can be printed in black and white
Lenten Spiritual Practices Calendar (large print pdf) - print this pdf version (60 pages)
pp. 9, 11, 39 include color photos; the rest can be printed in black and white
Let me know if you have questions. Jane
Lenten Spiritual Practices Calendar (online)- an online version through Google calendar. "All day events" (in color box) link to the Activity, Stories and to Dig Deeper events of the day.
Links to color photos for February 28, February 29, and March 21
Link to finger labyrinth for March 5
You should not have to set up a Google account; the calendar is public.
Lenten Spiritual Practices Calendar (12 point pdf) - print this pdf version (37 pages)
pp. 6, 7, and 21 include color photos; the rest can be printed in black and white
Lenten Spiritual Practices Calendar (large print pdf) - print this pdf version (60 pages)
pp. 9, 11, 39 include color photos; the rest can be printed in black and white
Let me know if you have questions. Jane
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Centering Prayer and Lenten Meditation
Whether you are new to this spiritual practice or have years of experience, join Steve Halsted for either or both of these evenings.
Tuesdays, March 6 and 20, 7-8pm, Fellowship Hall
Silent Saturday morning retreat
Saturday, February 25, 9am -1 pm
This morning retreat is self-guided, with centers for you to experience in silence. We’ll break our speech fast at noon with a soup lunch and conversation. RSVP to the church office so we count you in for lunch
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