UUCP Compass

February: Living a Life of Loving Kindness

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FEATURED THIS WEEK

UU Day at the AZ Legislature

February 17, 2014 - 10 AM - Senate Gallery

Giving Voice to UU Values. Unitarian Universalists from across the state will visit our state legislators to address issues and values that will impact the 2014 legislative session. Last year, over 140 UUs met with more than 20 legislators. We will gather at 10AM in the 3rd floor Senate Gallery, 1700 West Washington. Sign up to attend here. Get more information here.

Pathway to Membership (PTM)- Last Call

Please stop by the Welcome Table on Sunday or call the office at 602-840-8400, Ext. 200, by Tuesday to sign up for the Thursday, February 6 & 13, Pathway to Membership series. Schedule: Dinner 6PM, children's programming 6:30PM, class 6:45 - 8:30PM. PTM will be offered again in April if you are unable to attend in February.

THIS SUNDAY, 9:30 & 11:15AM

February 2: Kindness Begins at Home (and with Self)

Service Leader: Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray Loving-kindness meditation and practices are used to help turn our minds of fear and anger and resentment, to love and openness. The practice encourages greater feelings of calm and peacefulness, a more positive outlook and greater happiness. But the practice always begins with directing this loving kindness first to the self.

New Day Meal Service

Live out the UU commitment to serving those in need by serving a meal to the residents of the UMOM New Day Center. Volunteers meet at the center at 5PM and help feed a nutritious meal to the 150 parents and children who are living at New Day and rebuilding their lives. This is a great opportunity for singles, couples, families with children (minimum age 8 years old) or interest groups here at UUCP to be of service, spend time with friends and make new ones. This is a one time, two hour commitment. Please contact Michael Hipps by email or call 602-488-1188.

NEXT SUNDAY, 9:30 & 11:15AM

February 9: Warm Hearts in a Cold Universe

Service Leader: Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray
The theme for this service was chosen by our "Choose the Sermon" auction winner, Richard Plattner.

Starting Point on February 9 at 10:45AM

Meet one of our Welcoming Ministry Ambassador, Jenny Jones, and our Children's Ministry Director, Anne Byrne, in the front foyer at 10:45 for a brief tour of our campus. You will have a chance to learn about our programs and ask questions in this informal introduction to UUCP. No sign up. Just show up!

FEATURED EVENTS

Lynne Haeseler and Dave Fox Performance

Enjoy an afternoon program of jazz with composer and pianist Dave Fox, Sunday, February 16 at 4PM in the sanctuary. Dr. Fox is head of the jazz program at Greensboro College in North Carolina and is touring the west coast with a stop in Phoenix!. Since 2004, Dave released a series of critically-acclaimed recordings in the jazz world, including Gatewalk, If These Songs Could Talk and Home Again. A coffee/tea reception follows the program. Dave will also be guest musician for February 16 Sunday services. Admission at the door: $10, partial fundraiser for UUCP.

Weather: An Atmospheric Cabaret

This year's cabaret will feature songs of sunshine, stormy dances and rainy-day blues. RSVP to Benjie for childcare for kids too young to watch the show. Dinner will not be served, but snacks are included, and desserts and drinks will be available for purchase. You can buy tickets from members of our choir or on our website. Admission is $10 for an individual or $25 for a family. Everyone is invited, so please save the date- Sat. Feb. 22!

Thursday Night is Community Night

Come Enjoy Community Night on Thursdays at 6PM in the Johnson Room.

This week's entree will be chili and garlic bread for $3/person or $7/family. Please bring a side dish to share if you are able.

Chalice Kids starts at 6:30PM.

Young Adult Small Group Now Open

Now accepting new participants! If you identify yourself as a young adult over the age of 18, consider visiting the Young Adult Small Group Ministry the second Tuesday and fourth Thursday of each month at 6:45PM for conversation and an opportunity to meet other young adults. If you'd like to join us, register by email or call the office at 602-840-8400, Ext. 201. See you there!

New Small Group Now Open

Now accepting new participants! Join us from 7 to 8:30 PM in Annex B. The first meeting of the month follows the monthly worship theme (January is Integrity). The second meeting follows a theme of Becoming! Determining who you will become in the process of living. That discussion also includes the monthly worship theme as a part of the evaluation. Co-facilitators are Lee Bergmann and Joe Blankenship. Register by email or call 602-840-8400, Ext. 201 to sign up.

Featured Group: Sewing and Craft Circle

Saturday, February 15th- Drop in any time between 11 am and 3:30PM in the Johnson Room to machine or hand stitch, knit or crochet. We make simple clothing to help others and tote bags for kids removed from their homes by social workers. For more information, e-mail Lori or call Paula at 602-999-5004. Newcomers wanted!

"Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them, humanity cannot survive." Dalai Lama XIV The Art of Happiness