Our Vision
An inclusive religious community, a beacon for reason, meaning and bold social action.
Our Mission
To celebrate dignity and respect for all, nurture lifelong spiritual growth, act for justice and equality, and serve the wider community.
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COVID Policy as of 6/21/2022
For the months of June and July (until the next board meeting) we will continue to hold in-person services and request that everyone wear masks when in the Octagon. Everyone is expected to continue wearing their masks in the social hall as well after the service ends. There will be no beverage service during social hour. Wearing masks is a precaution to protect our guests and members from the wave of Covid infections that are currently on the rise. Please help us keep our members and guests safe.
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SUNDAY SERVICE
June 26, 2022 at 10:30 am
In-person and Zoom
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“Radicals Rise Up – NOW is A Moment”
Pastor Jacqueline Duhart at GA's
"Service of the Living Tradition"
The “Service of the Living Tradition” from General Assembly (GA) will be presented Sunday. The sermon, “Radicals Rise Up – NOW is A Moment", will be delivered by Pastor Jacqueline Duhart, Director of Spiritual Care Service at Starr King School for the Ministry. Pastor Jacqueline is a Queer feminist of African heritage, mother, prison abolitionist, beloved partner, daughter and sibling. Minister Emerita of First Unitarian Church of Oakland, nurturer and lover of everything that supports life to thrive in joy!
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The Music Director, Francisco Ruiz, serves the UU Church of Long Beach, as well as Program Director of Spiritual Practice and Worship for the Association for Unitarian Universalist Music Ministries (AUUMM). Hailing from Ecuador, Francisco Ruiz is a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, arranger and music director for a variety of choirs and music groups in Los Angeles. |
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Also, as part of the serrvice, ministers who have died will be honored. In addition, those that have retired and received fellowship, credentialed or certified status in the past year will be recognized. Come join us for this special service!
Worship Associate: Sue Boone
Zoom link is the same for all Sunday services and programs:
Meeting ID: 967 1190 1492
You can also join from your landline or cell phone by calling 301 715 8592 and entering 967 1190 1492 when prompted to enter the meeting ID
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Community outreach collection for June and July
All donations for the months of June and July, excluding pledges, will go to Feeding America Tampa Bay. More than 1 million people in west central Florida found themselves food insecure when Covid-19 surged. The pandemic increased food insecurity among families with children and communities of color, who already faced hunger at much higher rates before the pandemic. In 2021 Feeding Tampa Bay experienced a 46% increase in new users over 2020. Supply chain issues and increased gas prices have continued to negatively impact the problem. Hunger has no boundaries. It affects millions of children, seniors, and households. When you give a donation to Feeding America, you give more than a meal. You give hope to families in need all across Tampa Bay. Please be generous and give hope, the need is so great. For More Information go to feedingtampabay.org.
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RCS Food pantry box has reopened
Please resume bringing non-perishable food items to UUC for the RCS Food Pantry (now under the umbrella organization "Hope Villages of America). They are especially in need of high protein food items such as beans, peanut butter, canned meats and fish.
Let's fill the box in the lobby quickly!
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LIFELONG LEARNING
Supporting Our Search for Truth and Meaning
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RE Childcare is back!
We hope to see you and the kids this Sunday! If you have not done so, please register at:
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LIFELONG LEARNING...
Volunteer to help set the course!
Megan Foley and Kathy Krohn will hold the first meeting of the Lifelong Learning Committee in July. If you are interested in volunteering for this committee, please reach out to Megan Foley at: leahyfoleyfamily@gmail.com
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Please join our Lifelong Learning Facebook Group to keep up with all the latest news:
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Your E-Octagram may be cut off! Many email systems don't show the full E-Octagram. Be sure to click "View Entire Message" (or whatever your email says) at the bottom of the E-O to make sure you aren't missing important information.
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OPEN ISSUES
Sunday, June 26, 2022 at 9:30 am
On campus in the Patio Room and Zoom
Attorney Ken Afienko is a candidate for
County Judge Group 13
- During the summer, Open Issues will only meet on Sundays when UUC has on-campus services.
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Free money for UUC!
Here's an easy way to financially support our Beloved Community.
When you are purchasing from Amazon, please sign in at smile.amazon.com, then designate Unitarian Universalists of Clearwater as the organization you wish to support. UUC will receive one-half of one percent of your qualified purchase. Sometimes that's just pennies, but those pennies add up!
Amazon will have its much-anticipated Prime Days on July 12 and July 13 this year, so please sign up now to support UUC.
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Fun & fellowship on Zoom...
Want to find out if you are resilient?
Wednesday, July 6 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.,
Join a convivial discussion about resilience. Review this brief discussion guide to spark thoughts. Group is limited to the first 12 respondents.
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Social Justice Council meeting
Saturday June 25th at 9:30 am via Zoom
Please note early start time this month. We will be discussing the ongoing work of the social justice committees, UU the Vote and other upcoming events.
If you have a social justice issue that you would like to bring to the council or would like to participate on an ongoing project, please join us. For any questions, please contact Linda Stoller at lstol10403@aol.com.
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Prayer vigil for Sheriff Gualtieri
Thursday, June 30th, 10am
FAST will hold a prayer vigil for Sheriff Gualtieri who did not attend the Nehemiah Action. This event will take place at the Pinellas County Justice Center in front of the Courthouse, 14250 49th Street North, Clearwater. Since the Nehemiah Action we have been collecting postcards to give the Sheriff regarding using civil citations for adults who commit non-dangerous misdemeanors. We are getting ready to deliver these postcards. Everyone is encouraged to attend!
If you're interested in attending but want to know more details, the Criminal Justice Research Committee will be having a meeting on Monday, June 27th at 5:30pm at Palm Lake Christian Church - 5401 22nd Ave N, St. Petersburg. Even if you are not a part of the CJ Committee, you are welcomed to attend to get more information about the prayer vigil on the 30th.
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Racial Justice Group monthly meeting
Our meeting is on hiatus and will resume in August
Please support local minority-owned businesses:
Shopping with a Vibe - July 2, Shoppe & Hamburger, Crab and Beer Fest @ Tropicana Field Lot 4, Noon – 5 PM.
Afro Market Exchange is on the last Sunday, every month 2 to 6 p.m. at the Moore Eventful Event Hall, 11141 U.S. 19 N., #204, Clearwater
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Be sure to check out the Social Justice page on UUC's website at
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A message from the Care Circle
"Be so busy loving your life that you have no time for hate, regret or fear." - Unknown
The Care Circle provides UUC community members temporary, short-term assistance during an illness or injury. Volunteers help with tasks such as pick-up and delivering medications, and running errands to name a few. They can also make referrals to agencies that can provide more intensive help if needed. To request assistance, please use this form, contact Eloise Hardman, or the UUC Office (727) 531-7704.
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Pastoral Associates
UUC has a team of Pastoral Associates who offer confidential, emotional support and spiritual companionship to fellow community members who are facing challenging life issues. The Pastoral Associates are trained and mentored by our minister. To connect with one of our dedicated volunteers, please call the office (727-531-7704, Ext. 5) and leave a voicemail message or use this form. The Pastoral Associate who is scheduled for that week will get in touch with you.
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What else is happening at UUC this week?
Tuesday, June 28, 7- 8 pm: Free to Be Me, AA group (Social Hall)
Wednesday, June 29, 4 - 5:30 pm: Weeding with Chris Mueller;
Friday, July 1, 10:30 am - Noon: Book Club (Chorale Room);
Saturday, July 2, 7 – 8 pm: Free to Be Me, AA group (Social Hall)
Click here and check the calendar tab on the website for more information
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Share a joy...share a sorrow
Each Sunday during service, we drop a stone into water to celebrate those moments when joy has entered our lives or to acknowledge moments of sorrow. Please click on the link below to submit a joy or sorrow.
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Flowers for Sunday services
If you would like to supply the flowers for an upcoming Sunday service in honor of a special event or person in your life, please email Ana " Soledad " Vaquer and she will help you coordinate your contribution.
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UUC MAKES ONLINE GIVING and PLEDGING EASY
In lieu of our traditional collection baskets that you see during the Offertory on Sundays, we are trying out some different ways to make online donating easier. You might want to try:
Text Giving
(727) 500-2410
If you prefer to donate online, feel free to click the button below.
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DID YOU MISS A SERVICE? CHECK THE WEBSITE AT:
(The recorded service is typically posted the week after the service)
What are the 7 Principles? When does the book club meet? Check the website for answers to these questions and many more! Events, meeting times and details are located on the CALENDAR. All organizational documents and reports are posted in the MEMBER section. If you are a member but don't have the password, please contact the Office Administrator at admin@uuc.org.
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