UUCP Compass 
May:  Living a Life of Dignity
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
There is a lot more to do at UUCP! For a complete listing, check out the Calendar of Events. Click here for a list view, or here to view it as a grid.
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FEATURED THIS WEEK
We are Building a New Way at UUCP -
Are You In?
Does UUCP have an impact on your life?  Are you grateful for the ways UUCP provides connection, growth and support to you and others?  It only happens because of the generosity of members and friends like you!

Now is the time to make your gift or pledge to UUCP to strengthen our ministry for next year. Thanks to members who are deeply inspired by what we do here, we have a Matching Fund to help us end our annual drive strong.

If you make your pledge by Monday, May 12, any increase to a previous pledge and every new pledge will be matched.  Pledge today and the impact of your gift will go further in helping reach out beyond our walls.
THIS SUNDAY, ONE SERVICE AT 10:30 AM
May 11: Why Are You You?
Service Leader: UUCP's Youth Ministry
This service is an opportunity for our young religious Unitarian Universalists to share their wisdom and their questions about identity.
Starting Point
9:45 AM on May 11 in the Lobby
Meet one of our Welcoming Ministry Ambassadors,  and Anne Byrne, our Children's Ministry Director in the front foyer at 9:45 AM 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! 
Share the Plate: de Benneville Youth Scholarships
De Benneville Pines is a retreat and conference center located in the San Bernardino National Forest about 90 miles east of Los Angeles.  The camp is surrounded by forest.  It is affiliated with the Pacific Southwest District of the UUA and provides camps and retreat weekends for all ages.  Our high school group has asked that we donate the Share the Plate collection this month to the Student Scholarship program, which allows all UU youth the opportunity to enjoy the camp.  
NEXT SUNDAY, ONE SERVICE AT 10:30 AM
May 18:  All-Music Sunday - There Is Sweet Music Here
Service Leaders:  Benjie Messer and Connie Jahrmarkt
Our annual all-music Sunday is a service in music and a celebration of UUCP's music program.  Through singing and listening, we connect with each other, find inspiration to combat injustices, and meditate on beauty, suffering, and the sacred.
FEATURED EVENTS
Sermon Recordings Available Online
Thanks to our hardworking sound volunteers, many recent UUCP sermons are now on the SoundCloud website, and can be listened to anytime through a computer, smartphone, or other wireless device. Go to SoundCloud to listen!
Open Small Group Meeting 

Thursday, May 15, at 7:00 PM in Annex H

Gary Lawrence will facilitate a discussion about dignity with any and all people who would like to participate.  This open group meets monthly and is for those who just want to try out the small group experience and for others who regularly find this meeting time most convenient.  There is no registration or fee required.  Come and enjoy sharing and gaining wisdom from the people of our community!
Young Adult Small Group 
Tuesday, May 13, at 6:30 PM in Annex C

If you identify yourself as a young adult over the age of 18, consider visiting the Young Adult Small Group Ministry this Tuesday night at 6:30 PM for conversation and an opportunity to meet other young adults.  If you'd like to join us, email SGM@phoenixuu.org or call the office at 602-840-8400, Ext. 200.  See you there!

UUCP Family Choir Rehearsals Have Begun 

The UUCP Family Choir is back, and all UUCP children, youth, and their families are welcome to be a part of it. Our spring rehearsals are set for
Saturday May 10, 12:00-12:45 PM
Wednesday May 14, 6:00-6:45 PM
Saturday May 17, 12:00-12:45 PM
Our spring performance will be at our all-music service on Sunday, May 18 (one service at 10:30 AM.) If you can't attend all of the rehearsals, just come to the ones you can. If you have any questions, please email choir director Connie Jahrmarkt.
Summer Small Group Openings 
Are you interested in staying involved at UUCP this summer?  Consider joining a Small Group as a way to connect with others on a deeper level.  The following groups are meeting during the summer months: 
Young Adult Small Group - 2nd Tuesdays of the month, 6:45 PM to 8:15 PM in Annex C
Open Small Group (drop-ins welcome) - 3rd Thursdays of the month, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM in Annex H
Adult Small Group - 2nd Wednesdays of the month, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM in Annex B (on June 11 group meets at 2:15pm) 
Adult Small Group - 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM in Annex B

To sign up for a Small Group Ministry (except the Open Small Group), please email sgm@phoenixuu.org.
Summer Community Night Potlucks

We have fun, all ages events planned for our summer Community Night Potlucks. We invite your children to participate. 

June 5 - Games Night

July 3 - Barbeque and Ice Cream Social
August 7 - Diversity Dinner
September 4 - Welcome Back Potluck
Featured Group:  Sewing and Craft Circle 
Saturday, May 17 at 11:00 AM in the Johnson Room
Drop in any time between 11:00 AM and 3:30 PM in the Johnson Room to machine or hand stitch, knit or crochet. We can use help cutting, sorting and, of course, chatting too! 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.
Place confers no dignity upon men; like a balloon, the higher they rise the smaller they look.
- G.D. Prentice