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UUCP Book Discussion Group Meeting
Sunday, December 3 - 9:00am MST The next UUCP Book Discussion Group meeting will be in Annex B at 9:00am on Sunday, December 3. The group will discuss Chapter Eleven and Chapter Twelve in How to Know a Person by David Brooks. These two chapters are about connecting with people by empathizing and by sharing grieving. Please join us.
Benjie’s Sabbatical
Our music director, Benjie Messer, will be taking sabbatical this spring and summer. He’ll leave on Jan. 1, and return on Aug. 1. Using this extended time for study, reflection and rest is a tradition for religious professionals, and we’re pleased to offer it to Benjie. During that time, Benjie will take a complete break
Notes From Your Dance Partner
This is the first week in Advent in the Christian calendar. For the last three years, I have preached on Advent because we were still in the time of the Pandemic and therefore, still in the time of waiting, which is what Advent celebrates. This year, the pandemic still exists (Karen had COVID two weeks
Help Share the Holiday Spirit With Our Afghan Refugee Family
Sunday, December 3 - December 17, 2023 - 10:00am MST For the Hamidis' first US holiday season, we want to honor their presence and all they have accomplished with gifts showing our love for this beautiful Afghan refugee family.
December Flame Dinner
Friday, December 15 - 6:30pm MST Youth Ages 15-18, let’s eat! Join us for a purely social dinner together, a chance to hang out, talk, and laugh. Please register to receive restaurant location and details!
‘All Aboard!’ Auction Event Report and Thank You
From ‘All Aboard!’…Thank You! The ‘All Aboard! UUCP Auction 2023’ Team would like to say, “Thank You!” to all those involved in making this year’s event an exciting and fun experience for all those in attendance. The team itself was a true pleasure to work with! Everyone on the team was a perfect match for
Christmas Caroling to Our Elders
Saturday, December 2 - 12:30pm MST Each year, UUCP Christmas carolers caravan through metro Phoenix, singing and spreading cheer to our congregation's elders who no longer attend services in person. All are welcome!
Caroling Sing-along with Igor “Santa” Glenn
Sunday, December 17 - 12:00pm MST Bring the whole family to sing Christmas carols with UUCP’s own singing Santa Claus, Igor Glenn! He’ll have us marching around the patio in elf hats and antlers, jingling bells and singing about Rudolph.
Wildlife Pic of the Week
As space permits, we’ll be showing some of the various wildlife captured in photos from our water basin. We hope you enjoy these photos and thanks to Vince Waldron for his efforts in capturing and cataloging these images.
Notes From Your Dance Partner
Joys and Sorrows is one of the most sacred times in our worship service. It is a time when the abstract hurts and happiness can be stated out loud within the community. They are ways for us to provide support, celebrate and connect. They are poignant reminders that–any given week–we are each holding concerns, heartbreak,
Calling for a Climate-Forward Arizona
Thursday, November 30 - 6:30pm MST Hear an update on state climate progress, review where Arizona falls short, and make a plan for our work in 2024.
Christmas Eve Cookie Exchange & Cider Delight
Sunday, December 24 - 6:30pm MST 🍪✨ Join us for a festive Cookie Exchange and Cider Delight on Christmas Eve! 🎄🌟 Right between the joyous Christmas pageant and the heartwarming Christmas Eve service, let’s gather for a delightful interlude of sweet treats and warm sips. Bring the magic of cookies to share with members and friends, and let the spirit of
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