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| Contemplating Cosmic Abundance
Service Leader: Emrys Staton
Sunday, November 26, 9:30 AM & 11:15 AM
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| A low-key worship service focused on contemplative practices and reflection on our home within the universe. |
Opening Spaces. Making Inclusive Places.
Back of the Sanctuary after each service
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| Double down for the new front doors! Chip in to make the patio a beautiful gathering space! Our renovations this year will help make this a truly inclusive congregation. We are off to a good start on this final round of funding and we've raised $128,254 so far toward our $300,000 goal. Every pledge, no matter what size, helps us complete our capital budget funding. Details are on the UUCP website at the link below or visit the table at the back of the sanctuary on Sundays to talk to a capital construction representative. |
80's Babies Small Group
Sunday, November 26 at 12:30 PM, meet in Sanctuary after second service
Facilitators: Sarah Moore and Amy McKlindon
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The "80s Babies" (formerly the Young Adults Small Group) is a place for those of us born in the 80's (70's and 90's babies also welcome) to come together and talk about issues important to us. We are an open group, providing a safe space to share ideas, challenge each other respectfully, and connect with one another.
We meet the fourth Sunday of the month after second service (or the only service, depending on the schedule), when we'll gather at the back of the Sanctuary and then head off-site for food and conversation. Contact Sarah or Amy below for more information.
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Justice Ministries Tables
Sunday, November 26 at the back of the Sanctuary
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Sunday will be the last day to bring your gifts (wrapped, please) for the CHISPA children. Mothers will come to UUCP to pick up the gifts and join us for coffee hour between the services. Many thanks to all the individuals, families, and small group ministries who contributed to the very successful food box collection that will help feed refugee families during winter break. Your generosity is what makes this congregation a special community! In the spirit of sharing gratitude, the Advancing Justice table will offer thank you cards for all the organizations we supported with Share the Plate collections this past year.
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Service Leader: Rev. Margret A. O'Neall
Sunday, December 3, 9:30 AM & 11:15 AM
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In this time of Advent, we feel the stirrings of hope below the surface, as in the growing dark we await the return of light to the world. Dedicating children into the care of this congregation, we celebrate the light that glows within.
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Companions - A Pet Blessing service for all ages and species
Service Leader: Rev. Margret A. O'Neall
Sunday, December 3, 5:00 PM in the Johnson Room
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| The creatures that share our homes and our lives are true companions for our lives. Those loving relationships transcend the boundaries of species in our own small corners of the interdependent web. We welcome and celebrate our furred, feathered, scaled and finned companions in gratitude and respect, and there will be a memorial table for photos and remembrances of pets that we have loved and lost. |
| QnA With Kate Brophy-McGee
Sunday, December 3 from 12:45 PM to 1:45 PM in the UUCP Sanctuary
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Join the UUCP Advancing Justice ministry for a QnA and discussion with Kate Brophy-McGee, our State Senator representing district 28. Discussion will begin shortly after 2nd service ends, and will include opportunities for questions. Light refreshments will be available.
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New Day Center Meal
Sunday, December 3, 5:00 PM at the New Day Center
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Live out the UU commitment to serving those in need by serving a meal to the 150 parents and children of the UMOM New Day Center. This is a one-time, two-hour commitment. Please email Rene Apack below to RSVP.
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| Companions - A Pet Blessing service for all ages and species
Sunday, December 3 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the Johnson Room
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The creatures that share our homes and our lives are true companions for our lives. Those loving relationships transcend the boundaries of species in our own small corners of the interdependent web. We welcome and celebrate our furred, feathered, scaled and finned companions in gratitude and respect, and there will be a memorial table for photos and remembrances of pets that we have loved and lost.
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Upcoming Classes & Events
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Outdoor Group Hike
Saturday, November 25, 7:15 AM at South Mountain
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Join us November 25 for a beautiful hike on South Mountain when we hike "Fat Man's Pass". This is a great way to work off those extra calories you may have eaten on Thanksgiving. We will meet at the McDonald's located at 1429 W. Baseline Rd. (near Priest Rd. south of Arizona Mills Mall). If you would like more information, please contact Bonnie at 562-889-9404, or the hike leader, Laurel Hardin, below. We would love to see you on the trail. It's a wonderful place to connect with like-minded people!
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Parent(s) of Young(er) Children Small Group
Saturday, November 25, 3:00 PM at the Orchard near 12th Street and Northern
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For the 4th Saturday afternoon groups, we are going to try out our new "family style" small group. Bring the kids and they can play in the splash pad, on the grass, with each other or hang out with you while we have group. Group check in will start around 3:15 PM and will consist of going around the circle with names, introductions and answering a topic question. After the check in is complete with everyone, families can converse in groups, one-on-one or however they would like to get to know each other. Include the kids or let them play. This is more casual than a typical small group. This group is meeting at the Orchard located at 7100 N. 12th Street in Phoenix. Please email Sarah Montgomery below with any questions.
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| Christmas Gift Collection for Eritrean Refugee Family |
Check out the Christmas tree on the back table in the sanctuary and take a numbered gift tag. Sign your name on the list next to the number on your tag. Then go shopping for Nebiat and her kids aged 4-19. Return the gifts by Sunday, December 17, and make this Christmas special for a very deserving family. Please contact Bobbi McGinn at 541-815-5518 or by email via the link below.
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Board of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, November 28, 6:00 PM in the Johnson Room
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| Break bread and socialize with us starting at 6:00 PM, and the meeting begins at 6:30 PM. Guests are invited to address the board during the guest comments at the beginning and observe the remainder of the meeting. At this meeting the board will be discussing changes to board policy and planning the winter congregational meeting. Call or email Vince Waldron at 623-670-6500 or by email at the link below with questions or comments. |
Sangha Buddhist Group
Tuesday, November 28, 7:00 PM in the Sanctuary
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We will start the meeting with 30 minutes of meditation followed by a dharma reading and discussion. You need not be a Buddhist to attend, just interested in your spiritual growth. If you have questions, contact Donna Featherston at 602-997-7996.
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| UUCP's Welcoming Area Featured!! |
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Our welcoming area that is staffed by the highly talented Janine Gelsinger was featured on the UU Planet website. The UU Planet is an informative UU based site that gets a large number of Unitarian Universalist visitors. Give Janine a high-five when you see her on Sunday to congratulate her on creating such a welcoming place for all.
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Arts, Crafts and Goodies Fair
Sunday, December 17 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM on the patio
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| Please join us for a "holiday treasures" no frills-low key UUCP Arts, Crafts, & Goodies Fair on Sunday, December 17, from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM on the patio. All proceeds will go to our UUCP Capital Campaign. This will also be a good opportunity to invite a friend to UUCP! Bring lots of cash and checks; there will be no credit card service unless the individual artist offers it. For interested artists/crafters/bakers: Participants must be UUCP members. All items must be handmade/crafted by the member. A minimum 25% of all sales must be donated to UUCP. If you are interested in participating, please contact Jan Kaplan for further details below or 623-516-2624. Applications must be submitted no later than December 10. |
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Blue Christmas
Saturday, December 23, 6:00 PM
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There is much joy in the holiday season, but it can also be a painful time for those who have experienced loss. This gentle service will offer a space of holding, with music, spoken word and meditative ritual to provide support in the sadness that can be present among the celebrations of this time. Child care will be provided.
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Help Build a Better UUCP Library!
Donations of Books and Shelves needed
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Help us expand and upgrade our library to be a better resource for our community. We are seeking donations of matching book cases as well as books (Subjects: Family Life, History, Inspiration, Justice, Religion and Theology). If you are interested in participating in this project, or have shelves or books to donate, please contact Rosemary Roenfanz.
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