UUCP Compass

November: Living a Life of Interdependence

FEATURED THIS WEEK

Thanksgiving Potluck Dinner

Thursday, November 27, at 4:00 PM

Have a low-stress Thanksgiving at UUCP! Register by Monday, 11/24 by registering here or leaving a message at 602-840-8400, Ext. 204. If you are registering your family or for a group, please be sure to indicate the number of people who will be attending.

SATURDAY AT 10:30 AM

Saturday, November 8: 10:30 AM Pet Blessing Service!

Service Leaders: Revs. Susan Frederick-Gray and Linda Lawrence

This special SATURDAY all ages service is an opportunity to bring your pets to your spiritual home for a blessing! You can bring photographs if that is easier and there will be a time to introduce your pet to the congregation. We'll have music and fun and celebrate the meaningful place our pets hold in our lives and as part of our families.

THIS SUNDAY AT 9:30 & 11:15 AM

November 9: A Theology of Interdependence

Service Leader: Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray
So much of American culture, even our own Unitarian Universalist culture, is focused on independence and self-reliance. And yet, there is a growing shift as we see the how this reliance on independence fails to speak to the greater isolation of people in our society and a growing sense of disconnection. How can a paradigm shift to interdependence provide a better way to address some of these areas of breakdown.

Starting Point

Sunday at 10:45 AM in the Lobby

Meet a member of our Welcoming Ministryand our Children's Ministry Director 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. Nosign up. Just show up!

Adult Sexuality Education (OWL)

begins Sunday, November 9, at 1:00 PM

UUCP is offering the Adult version of the Our Whole Lives Sexuality (OWL) class and Director Anne is teaching it, along with Jeff Newman. The very popular OWL program is best known for its comprehensive class for middle school age youth, which is offered every other year at UUCP. This will be the first time the Adult class is offered here. Class topics include Sexuality and Values, Sexuality and Communication, Sexuality and Spirituality, Sexuality and Committed Relationships, among others. The class starts on Sunday, November 9 and continues on Thursday nights through January. To register, go to this link. Questions? Email Anne Byrne.

NEXT SUNDAY AT 9:30 & 11:15 AM

November 16: Global Interdependence

Service Leader: Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray
Interdependence is easy to see within our families and communities, the way we rely on and support each other. However, interdependence is also a reality for humanity globally, for nations, and especially for our planet. Are we putting enough emphasis on interdependence as we think globally? Where could the values of interdependence lead a new way?

Featured Events

Make UUCP Your Thursday Night Destination

This Fall at Community Night

Each Thursday in October and November, we gather together for a meal at 6:00 PM, followed by programming for adults and children. Bring your appetite, enthusiasm, and a side dish or dessert to share if you're able.

The suggested donation is $5/adults, $2/children under 10, $10/family. You are welcome to bring a sack supper if you prefer.

Thursday, November 6

6:00 PM Dinner: Build Your Own Baked Potato, Salad

6:30 PM: Chalice Kids

6:45 PM: Pathway to Membership, Part 2. All are encouraged to attend- help welcome UUCP's newest members!

6:45 PM: Intro to Zentangle. Doodle your way to a spiritual practice. Led by Libby Walker at 6:45 PM in Office 2.

6:45 PM: Adult Small Group
7:00 PM: UU Christians Small Group
To register to attend one of these small groups, please email Ellie.

Open Arts and Crafts Studio: Sketching Instruction Available

Wednesdays at 9:30 AM in the Johnson Room

Weekly gathering of people with an intention to enjoy friendship and creative personal artistic activity. Jay will teach sketching one on one if you are interested. Meets from 9:30 AM to noon, most Wednesdays. Email Jay or call him at 602-952-8889.

It's Not Too Late to Register for a Small Group!

The Small Group Ministry provides a space to connect with others and tend to your heart and spirit, as well as explore UUCP's monthly worship themes in greater depth. Not sure what a Small Group is like? Registration is available online or by emailing Ellie Anderla. Want to try it out with no obligation? Join us for the Drop-In Group on 3rd Thursdays at 7:00 PM with Gary Lawrence. (No need to register.)

Welcoming all in building religious community, called to

share journeys,

grow in spirit,

advance justice.