UUCP Compass

November: Living a Life of Interdependence

FEATURED THIS WEEK

4 Days Left to Donate to our Auction Bonanza!

Online Silent Auction November 21 through December 7, Live Auction on Sunday, December 7

If you are donating something to this year's auction bonanza please get your form and physical item to the office by Monday at 5 PM. Click here for the online donation form. Heidi will be here this Sunday at the auction table during both coffee hours to answer questions and receive items and forms. Check out the auction homepage for more information.

THIS 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?

NEXT SUNDAY AT 9:30 & 11:15 AM

November 23: Multigenerational Thanksgiving Service: Strong is What We Make Each Other

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

Gathering around a welcome table to share a meal is one of the most powerful ways we see our interdependence to each other and to the earth. In this service, everyone is invited to bring a grain-based staple (tortillas, challah, brown bread, muffins, idlis, injera, naan, fry bread, for example) to share with the community. As we bring gifts reflective of our family traditions, we nurture a greater awareness of the beauty and diverse texture of our own community.

Share the Plate: Lambda Legal

Lambda Legal is an AZ and national legal organization whose mission is to achieve full recognition of the civil rights of LGBT people through litigation, education and public policy work. They provided free counsel in one of the lawsuits which challenged AZ's ban on same-sex marriage and recognition of out-of-state marriages. Although the U.S. Court of Appeals recently overturned Arizona's ban, the work is not over. A number of legal hurdles remain with no protection in Arizona against discrimination in the workplace and preference in adoptions among other issues. Today we are sharing the plate to assist in finishing this important work.

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 20

6:00 PM Dinner: Chili and Chili Con Carne with Toppings, Salad, Cornbread Muffins

6:30 PM: Chalice Kids

6:45 PM: Introduction to Zentangle: Doodle your way to a spiritual practice.

7:00 PM: Open Small Group: No sign up, just show up!

Help Make the Sanctuary Look Its Best!

Due to the number of memorial services taking place this month at UUCP, the Sanctuary Team has more limited time to change over our art show, and we want to ensure that artwork is up for the memorial services. We are looking for strong, able-bodied people (especially men) who are willing to help take down and put up artwork on Saturday, November 22nd, from 2:00 PM to not later than 7:00 PM. (The more people who volunteer, the less time it will take.) Can you help? Email Ann Bixel or call her at 480-782-5888.

IT'S TIME FOR WREATHS AGAIN!

The fall and winter holidays are fast approaching. It's time to decide which style wreath you will bring this year. Will it be vines, sticks, greenery, metal, paper, fabric or something else? We welcome your creative ideas and look forward to sharing in everyone's winter celebration traditions. Please bring wreaths to the table in the lobby on Sundays: November 23, November 30, and December 7.

Addictions Discussion Group

2nd and 4th Saturdays, Year-Round, at 4:30 PM

This addictions support group meets to discuss various compulsive and addictive behaviors. We provide a safe haven to discuss how our week has been and to talk openly about our spiritual beliefs. It is designed for those with stable recovery (we ask for 6 months of sobriety). For more information, call Gene at 480-361-9067.

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.

Welcoming all in building religious community, called to

share journeys,

grow in spirit,

advance justice.