The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Phoenix strives to be a spiritual community for our time, focused on diverse theological perspectives, radical inclusion, and knowing that issues of justice and equity shape everything we do.
With a special awareness for those who have been historically marginalized, we welcome all, of every race, class, ethnicity, immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious background, mental and physical ability and disability. We welcome your whole self, your family into our worship as we build a community of caring, courage, and hope.
We are passionate about anti-racism, anti-oppression, equality, and justice work. Social justice is not just a component of our ministry; it is embedded into every part of us. We strive for a multicultural anti-oppression presence in every aspect of what we do, including worship, outreach, and even committee work.
Our pets bring us humor, joy, comfort and compassion. Let us celebrate all of the animal community with our furry, fuzzy and feathered friends. Bring your pets--or a picture of them--for a blessing and celebration. (Note: this service is a reschedule from the April service and will be in the sanctuary, not outside as has been done the past several years).
What a year we've had! Let's celebrate ALL THE THINGS! We'll celebrate the Circle Game of our lives with several rituals in one service: baby blessings, Coming of Age graduation, our bridging high schoolers, and our new members. We'll also recognize everyone who has volunteered for UUCP this past year to make things happen here. Following the service, there will be food for sale by our anarchist partners. It's going to be a joyful and meaningful Sunday!
Our faith comes from the merger of two distinct progressive faiths--the Unitarians and Universalists. They merged in 1961, but it probably would have happened much earlier, if not for...class issues. Come learn more about what our denominational predecessors wrestled with--and consider how we may still be wrestling with it today.
In the final service on our new UU Values, we conclude with our value of Transformation. We will explore how we evolve, how we are open to change, and how we collectively transform, spiritually and ethically, for our ever-changing world.
This past year, a number of UUCP members have been sponsoring and helping refugee famililes from Afghanistan. Let's learn about what it is like to be a refugee, what we've learned about their resilience and how it relates to our faith as Unitarian Universalists.
In the series on our new UU Values, we will explore with humility and reverence our place in the web of life. How can we cherish earth and all her beings as a part of our faith?