UUCP Compass
January:  Living a Life of Courage 
FEATURED THIS WEEK
Couples Enrichment Class
Thursday evenings 6:45-8:30 PM from February 5 - March 12 Couples Enrichment will offer a series of six workshops for same-sex or mixed-sex loving adult partners who wish to enhance their committed long-term relationships. Participants will: 
*Nurture the health of their relationships 
*Learn skills to build and strengthen healthy relationships 
*Benefit from the wisdom and experience of other participants 
*Interact and communicate more effectively with their partners 
*Strengthen their Unitarian Universalist identity 
To register, click here or call Jill at 602-840-8400 x201.
THIS SUNDAY AT 9:30 & 11:15 AM
January 25:  Everyday Courage
Service Leader:  Rev. Linda Lawrence 
Sometimes courage seems reserved for leaders and heroes of the past. But courage is something we also see in lives that never become famous, in choices that no one sees. Let's look at the courage that shows up in everyday people's lives.
Mid-Year Congregational Meeting
Sunday, January 25, at 10:30 AM
All members are encouraged to attend the Mid-Year Congregational Meeting between services at 10:30 AM next Sunday. We will be providing a financial and implementation goal update. Childcare is available.
NEXT SUNDAY AT 9:30 & 11:15 AM
February 1:  From Courage of Compassion
Service Leader:  Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray
Maya Angelou said that courage is a foundation for all other virtues because to live our values fully takes courage. Living compassion indeed takes courage and takes us into places where we need courage. 
Pathway to Membership
Sundays, February 1 and 8, at 8:45 AM
Please join us for this two-session series if you are interested in meeting others, learning about the responsibilities and benefits of membership, and getting a brief history of UUCP and Unitarian Universalism. No fee. Childcare provided. Register at the Welcome Table on Sunday, by clicking here, or by calling 602-840-8400, Ext. 200.
Featured Events

Do You Care?

Thursday, January 29, at noon

If you are on the Unicare email list, a Friendship Partner, or a Memorial Service helper, or if you are interested in joining this great group of people to offer your care and encouragement to members and friends of UUCP, please join us for the annual Unicare Luncheon. Enjoy a great free lunch, a short program, and tokens of appreciation! RSVP by 5:00 PM on Sunday, January 25, to 602-840-8400, Ext. 204 or by clicking here.

Board Chat:  Visioning the Future

Vision is an image of the future we seek to create. The Board created a Vision Task Force to lead UUCP in conversations to discern and clarify a compelling and inspiring vision for our future. The task force wants to hear from you, members and friends! The following meetings are open to all. The new vision will be used to shape the next set of strategic ends for UUCP. 

  • Saturday, January 31 - 10:00 AM to noon (Sanctuary) 
  • Thursday, February 5 - 6:00 to 7:00 PM (Johnson Room) 
  • Sunday, February 8 - 10:45am -12:15pm (Annex H)  
  • Tuesday, February 10 - 7:00 to 8:30pm (Sanctuary) 
  • Sunday, February 22 - 10:45am to 12:15pm (Annex H)

UU Day at the Legislature

Unitarian Universalists from across the state will gather in Phoenix to build relationships with their legislators and prepare us to continue our conversation throughout the 2015 Arizona Legislative Session. Last year, over 125 UUs, including from UUCP, met with more than 25 legislators.


Please save the date (February 16th) and join us on President's Day in Phoenix. You can sign up to attend here. Additionally, please watch for information on an optional training session to be held prior to the event. This can help to familiarize you with some of the issues including immigration, education, health care and more. The annual Day at the Legislature is a project of the Unitarian Universalist Justice Arizona Network.

Small Group Ministry

Groups are still welcoming new participants. Registration is available online or by emailing Ellie Anderla.

  • 2nd Thursdays at 6:45 PM with Vince Waldron
  • 2nd & 4th Thursdays at 1:00 PM with Ellie Anderla and Ellie Murphy
  • 1st & 3rd Sundays at 5:30 PM with Lydia Yanak and Ruth Braunstein
  • GLBTQI Group:  1st & 3rd Wednesdays at 7:00 PM with Jim Sorgatz
  • Young Adults: 2nd Tuesdays & 4th Thursdays at 6:45 PM with Caitlin Tuffin & Kathryn Kosmider
  • UU Christians: 2nd & 4th Thursdays at 7:00 PM with Denise Selvey
  • Men's Group:  2nd Wednesdays at 7:00 PM with Michel Gareau

Make UUCP Your Thursday Destination this Spring at Community Night

Thursdays at 6:00 PM beginning February 5 

Each Thursday in February, March, and April, 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. 
Did You Know?

During a typical week, there are 35 separate congregational events on campus?

Welcoming all in building religious community, called to 
share journeys,
grow in spirit,
advance justice.