For most of our worship services beginning in the spring of 2020, we have video recordings of the full worship service and of just the sermon available for you to watch.

Row of colorful stoles hanging on brick wall | White text "We Call Forth From Among You: The Sacred Trust of Ordination"

We Call Forth From Among You: The Sacred Trust of Ordination

Led by: Rev. Christine Dance with Sky Williams-Tao
Worship Associate: Sarah Montgomery
Music: UUCP Members

On the Sunday of our Congregational Meeting and the vote to ordain Sky Williams-Tao, who grew up in this congregation, we will talk about the sacred act of ordination, why it matters, where it comes from and why we should feel so proud about it. Plus, we joyfully get to welcome new members into our community!

Line of "ASU drop the charges" protesters | black text overlaid "Those Closest to the Problem Are Closest to the Solution"

Those Closest to the Problem Are Closest to the Solution

Led by: Janine Gelsinger
Worship Associate: Gary Ezzell
Music: Soul and gospel with Camille Sledge

Following the Leadership of Directly Impacted Partners - It's been a long tradition at UUCP to take our justice leadership from directly-impacted partners: from marching in Selma, to organizing against SB1070, and that continues into our anti-racism work today. Join us as we welcome back Janine Gelsinger, the Executive Director of UUJAZ (Unitarian Universalist Justice Arizona), in conversation with some of the frontline leaders of our partner organizations. Hear their stories, as we discuss what it means to do justice work together, and where we might go next.

Protesters in Chicago dancing on a sidewalk in bright clothing | "Joy in the Face of Racism" overlaid in gold text

Joy in the Face of Racism

Led by: Rev. Christine Dance
Worship Associate: Sam Kirkland

For this Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, we will discuss the role of joy and creativity in resistance. Working against oppression doesn't always have to be serious! We'll give examples and explore the power of alternative thinking so that our "work" feels fun!

light purple text: Worship of the WRITTEN WORD over a shaded dictionary page defining white supremacy

White Supremacy Culture: Worship of the Written Word

Led by: Rev. Christine Dance
Worship Associate: Amy McKlindon

In our series to learn how to live into our new 8th Principle, we'll consider how White Supremacy Culture prioritizes the written word over other forms of communication and how opening ourselves to other forms can open ourselves to new ways of thinking.

Flames emerging from a clay pot; dark background with other lights

Burning Bowl New Year Ritual

Led by: Rev. Christine Dance
Worship Associate: Mary McManus

The new year is often time that we let go of old habits and embrace new possibilities. Join us for a meaningful ritual where we make tangible the symbolism of the turning of the year.

Kwanzaa candles with 7 principles of Kwanzaa on book in background

Kwanzaa

Led by: Sam Kirkland

Join us for our annual Kwanzaa service as we hear from several of our UUCP community members about the meaning of Kwanzaa for them, and what we can all learn from this holiday.