UUCP Compass

February: Living a Life of Loving Kindness

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FEATURED THIS WEEK

Weather: An Atmospheric Cabaret

Saturday, February 22, at 7:00 PM
UUCP's Cabaret variety show is this Saturday, February 22! This year's theme is "The Weather: An Atomspheric Cabaret" and everyone is invited to enjoy a thunderous performance! From Blue Skies to Moon Dances, the many parts of our music program join together during Cabaret to entertain you with joyous singing and dancing. Doors open at 6:30pm, and the show begins at 7:00. Tickets are $10/person or $25/family. Snacks are included, and desserts and drinks (both alcoholic and non) will be available for purchase. Please confirm with Benjie Messer if you need childcare.

THIS SUNDAY, 9:30 & 11:15 AM

February 23: Loving Kindness as a Spiritual Discipline

Service Leader: Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray

In Buddhism, Loving-kindness is an ancient practice of meditation used to encourage a person's spiritual development and maturity. How can these practices and lessons be useful in our lives and personal growth?

Share the Plate Sunday: Offering benefits Unlimited Potential. Unlimited Potential serves the needs of low socioeconomic status women and their families in the South Mountain community.

New Day Center Meal Service

Sunday, March 2 at 5:00 PM.
Live out the UU commitment to serving those in need by serving a meal to the residents of the UMOM New D ay Center. Volunteers meet at the center at 5:00 PM 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 (age 8+) 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 email Michael Hipps or call him at 602-488-1188.

NEXT SUNDAY, 9:30 & 11:15 AM

March 2: The Importance of Laughter and Joy

Service Leader: Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray
March 4th is Fat Tuesday - an intentional day for excess and playfulness before the Christian observance of Lent, a holy season marked by giving things up. Similar holidays of joy and merriment abound in other traditions. Joy is so important to our humanity that religious traditions have found ways to schedule it. So whether joy arrives by calendar or by surprise, let's make time to remember the role of joy in our lives.

FEATURED EVENTS

Kids Kamp and Preschool Playdate and Open House

Saturday, February 22, 9 am -12 pm.

Bring the family out to enjoy Kids Kamp and preschool activities and learn more about these two terrific programs for youth at UUCP. Learn more about the new Service Learning Program for middle school youth and Friday Field Trips at Kids Kamp. Meet our preschool teachers and families and hear about enrollment options for the next school year. RSVP by email to Director Anne or call 602-840-8400 ext 233 for more information.

Thursday Night is Community Night

We look forward to seeing you at Community Night on February 27 at 6:00 PM. The main dish will be baked chicken and salad for $3/person or $7/family.

Please bring a side dish to share if you are able.

Chalice Kids starts at 6:30 PM.

"We Care" Work Day

Saturday, March 1, 9:00 AM to noon
Calling all diggers, pruners, cleaners, painters and pretty-up makers! Join the Home & Garden Team on Saturday, March 1 9:00 AM to noon to help with a variety of indoor and outdoor projects around our campus. We will provide coffee and bagels and ask you to bring your work gloves, rakes, shovels, and pruning tools (if you have them!). RSVP to the Home & Garden Team or Heidi at 602-840-8400 ext. 202.

Uncovering Classism Workshop

Sunday, March 2, at 9:00 AM
Join Facilitator Gene Cherry on March 2, 9, & 16 from 9:00 to 10:30 AM in Annex B. The participants will explore what social class means to us and how we as UUs developed an Upper Class identity. We will ask how can we be more welcoming and accepting of a wider diversity of people. Discussion material will be provided. Sign up on the website or by emailing Jill or call her at 602-840-8400 x201.

UUCP Congregation Picnic

Saturday, March 15, at 11:00 AM
Join us at McCormick Stillman Railroad Park on March 15 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. There will be fun for all ages. More details to follow in Compass and Sunday Announcements.

Wine Tasting with the Board at Sarah and Mat Montgomery's

Saturday, March 29, at 7:00 PM

UUCP's Board of Trustees invites you to a wine tasting at Sarah and Mat Montgomery's multi-story, loft-style home in central Phoenix. Enjoy an evening of music and conversation while we sample some of our board members' favorite wines. Heavy hors d'oeuvres and desserts will be served. Enjoy a candlelight toast on the rooftop patio with views of Camelback Mountain and downtown Phoenix. Tickets are $35 each. Only 10 spots left! Please register online or by stopping by the office or calling 602-840-8400 x201. For more information regarding this event you can email Sarah or call 602-317-4931.

de Benneville Pines Registration Opens

A week in the cool pines in community with other UUs. Archery, tie-dye, capture the flag, daily spiritual growth. Time together as a family, or dedicated camps for youth in grades 3-12. Meals and lodging provided, all for far less money than an average family vacation. Sound like paradise? It's not too good to be true: registration for PSWD summer camps at de Benneville Pines opened this week! Sign up before March 31 for an early-bird discount, and mention Super Camp Sunday for an additional $10 off per person. For more details on camp, visit the website or email one of UUCP's Camp Champions: Melinda Merkel Iyer, Geoff Anderla, or Carey Crabbs.

"Be kind whenever possible-

It is always possible."

--The Dalai Lama