January 21, 2022
Worship Service
Sunday, January 23, 2022
10:30 am
(Live Stream only)

2nd Principle: Justice, Equity and Compassion in Human Relations
The second principle is just seven words. It should be simple to accomplish. And yet, we know that it is not. It takes intentional work to ensure that the resulting impact is needed, is wanted, is positive. If it was easy then we’d have no need for Friday Night Picnic or Black Lives Matter. Whether it’s through the church or an individual cause, we are a busy congregation. Join us as we celebrate the work we’ve accomplished and help inspire us to continue to make our world a more just and equitable place for all persons.
We invite you to join us from the comfort of your home as we are temporarily closing the sanctuary to guests through the month of January. More Information is below!

Join our Service via the Live Stream on our YouTube Channel.
Weekly Message from Rev. Ben
Take a moment to watch Rev. Ben's weekly video. At the end, you will see some of our pictures from the Dr. MLK Jr. Parade. Thank you to those who participated and lent a hand.
Please write to Rev. Ben for any reason - joys, concerns, etc. He would love to hear from you. Feel free to email him here.
Religious Education
Religious Education is being reshaped to better accommodate our children and youth. We are planning on ways to execute classes so that our space is accessible to all. Our current COVID ActNow statistics are putting the re-start up of our program on hold.  
There are changes underway. Please stay tuned for updates from our Safety Team and Board of what we plan to do next for our Religious Education Program. Thank you for your support.
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Social Justice
We were in the
MLK Jr Parade January 17, 2022
"There were some groups that emphasized voting rights during the parade: houses of worship.

Those marching with the Unitarian Universalist Church of St. Petersburg held signs that read “MLK Fought For Your Right to Vote” and “Don’t Let Senate Steal the Vote.” Temple Beth-El marchers’ signs read “Stand Up For Justice” and “We Marched Then. We’re Marching Now.”
MLK Jr Day of Service: Preparing for our 2nd Tiny Home for Veterans
What fun and how satisfying!

Thanks for helping us clean up our site so thoroughly, and keeping us nourished, Kim's Crew.

As soon as we decide which construction system(s) we'll be using, we'll let you know next steps.

Thanks again!
Sabine and Reggie
Please join the Social Justice Committee for a viewing of the documentary Racially Charged: America’s Misdemeanor Problem. It will be shown on Wednesday, February 2 at 7 pm via Zoom. The film exposes how our country’s history of racial injustice evolved into an enormous abuse of criminal justice power. 13 million people a year—most of them poor and people of color—are abused by this system. This 35-minute documentary will be followed by a short discussion. It highlights why FAST is working to expand the county’s civil citation program. For more information, please visit here.

If you are unable to make the viewing and discussion, you can still watch this important film by visiting the website.
UUSP Ways To Give
"We give in gratitude for each other, for our time together, for our sacred space, for those in our wider community, and for those who lead us to be our better selves."
Legacy Builders have remembered UU St. Pete in their estate plan for a future gift to our permanent Endowment Fund, supporting our congregation.

Go here to download the quick form that qualifies you as a Legacy Builder Founding Member and gives $500 to UU St. Pete in your name—to be made by an anonymous philanthropist!
 
Go here for the Legacy Builders general information brochure. Twelve individuals/couples have already completed this form = $6,000 unrestricted gift to UU St. Pete.

Two easy ways to become a Legacy Builder are noted below:
  • Simply designate the UU St. Pete permanent Endowment Fund to receive a percentage of your Individual Retirement Account (IRA), 401K, 403(b), or another retirement account. (No attorney required—file a change of beneficiary form with your financial firm.)
  • Add a bequest to your legal will or living trust for a future gift to the UU St. Pete permanent Endowment Fund. (Usually requires an attorney’s assistance.)
Contact information to the left!
UUA Corner

UUA GA is on its way!
There are many ways to register for GA. You can make a deposit using our payment plan. It’s one way to let us know you plan to attend. If your plans or situation change, your in-person registration is convertible to virtual participation; GA 2022 will be a multi-platform event, with participants gathering both online and in-person." Click here to get started.

Click here for the January Newsletter.

Thank you for your interest in
Unitarian Universalist Church of
St. Petersburg!

Be Safe and Be Well!
Kelli DeGraw, part of your Communications Team.
Thank you to our
UU St Pete contributors & many volunteers!
Our mission is to be an inclusive, evolving religious community
that inspires spiritual and intellectual growth to make our world a better place.
Unitarian Universalist Church of St. Petersburg
727.898.3294