Give Us Your Feedback on Children's/Youth Ministry Programs
Sunday, April 12
Help us expand and improve UUCP's ministry for children and youth by filling out a feedback survey! Pick the description that best suits you and follow the link to the survey.

Parents of Children and Youth in UUCP's Religious Education Programs: 

Youth over 14, Parents of Young Adults and Young Adults Raised UU: 

Congregation Members and Friends: 

If you would rather, you can take the survey in person at coffee hour or offer verbal feedback. Look for Children's Ministry Committee members in the Johnson Room.

Thanks for your participation!
Celebration Sunday is April 19
10:30 AM: Worship (Start of the one service schedule)
11:30 AM: Congregation Photo by the sign
Noon: Stewardship Campaign Celebration on the patio
Only 9 more days left in our annual Stewardship Campaign! Are You In? Turn in your pledge form by Sunday, April 19, and be entered into a raffle to win a $50 restaurant gift card! Stop by the Stewardship Table to drop off your pledge form and check out our campaign progress on the Campaign Thermometer.
This Sunday at 9:30 and 11:15 AM
April 12:  A Grateful Heart is a Generous Heart  (Generosity Begins with Gratitude)
Service Leader:  Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray
Generosity is born from a place of gratitude, from a place of seeing the blessings of life. Through this we are able to more fully and freely give to others. How do we cultivate gratitude and generosity in our lives?

Starting Point
Sunday, April 12, at 10:45 AM in the Lobby
Meet a member of our Welcoming Ministry and our Children's Ministry Director in the front foyer at 10:45 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 with the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee
Sunday, April 12
The Unitarian Universalist Service Committee (UUSC) is a human rights organization powered by grassroots collaboration. In more than a dozen countries throughout the world, UUSC fosters social justice and works toward a world free from oppression. UUSC's innovative approaches and measurable impact are grounded in the moral belief that all people have inherent power, dignity, and rights. UUCP dedicates a special Sunday offering to UUSC every year in support of its programs. All undesignated offerings on April 12 will benefit UUSC.

Minister Emeritus Ray Manker's 90th Birthday Party
Sunday, April 12
yellow-bday-cake.jpg Our Minister Emeritus turned 90 on April 6th!  Please join us on the patio during first service coffee hour to sing "Happy Birthday" to Ray and help him eat birthday cake!
Next Sunday at 10:30 AM (Begin One Service Schedule)
April 19:  Multigenerational Flower Service and Celebration Sunday
Service Leader:  Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray
Bring a flower to share at this all ages service celebrating beauty, unity, and human dignity.  This is a one of kind traditional Unitarian Universalist service which blends story, music and the beauty of springtime flowers into a celebration of life and community.  After service we will have a patio party as we bring to a close our Stewardship Campaign!

MultiGenerational Singing at MultiGen Service!
Sunday, April 19
Our UU Ukelele Circle will be performing a simple song, "Keepers of the Earth," at our multi-generational Flower Communion service on April 19, and anyone is welcome to join them - especially children, parents, and those feeling young at heart! Music Director Benjie Messer will be available to teach the song on Thursday, April 16, at 6:00 PM (during Community Night Dinner) and on Sunday, April 19, at 10:00 AM (before the service). Please contact Benjie with any questions!
Upcoming Classes and Events
Rummage Sale!
Saturday, April 11, from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Stock up on clothes and other items at the UU Co-Op Preschool Rummage Sale! You will find high-quality used infant's, children, and maternity gear, including clothing, toys, games, books and furniture -- all at bargain prices! The sale also features great deals on linens, kitchenware and decorative home goods. All proceeds benefit improved tricycle storage on the campus. Want to donate? See announcement below.
5 Years of Resistance Against SB 1070 Event 
Thursday, April 23
On April 23, 2010, Arizona Senate Bill 1070 was signed into law. Its "Show Me Your Papers" provision is still in effect. Thursday, April 23, Puente is sponsoring a rally at the State Capitol and a march that will address the suffering under SB 1070 and the criminalization of immigrants by local, state, and federal government. Rev. Susan and UUCP's Immigration Ministry invite you to join them at the event or to provide off-site support.
Kick Gas!
Thursday, April 23, at 7:00 PM
Facilitator: Lynn Ellsworth
This course will be about basic electricity, electric bikes, and electric cars. We will answer questions such as "what is it like to ride an electric bike and ride in an electric car?"
Thursday Community Night
Thursdays at 6:00 PM
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Come for Dinner, Stay for Variety Hour! Thursdays at 6:00 PM 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. 
6:00 PM:  Soups, Mac & Cheese, Sautéed Veggies
6:30 PM:  Chalice Kids 
7:00 PM:  Open Small Group
Leave a Goodbye Message for Rev. Linda
Through April 16
Rev. Linda's Scrapbook One of Rev. Linda's retirement gifts will be a scrapbook. Individuals and groups can create their own pages sharing their memories of and appreciation for Linda. Scrapbook pages will be available in Office 2 during Community Night and after each service. Charlotte Carl-Mitchell will be collecting the pages and compiling the book. Those who can't do their own page can send their thoughts and tributes to Charlotte, and she will put them in the book. The deadline for the return of the pages is Thursday, April 16.
Rev. Linda's Retirement Party -- Save the Date
Sunday, April 26, at 11:30 AM
On Sunday, April 26, we'll be celebrating Rev. Linda's ministry and all that she has done for us during her five years as our assistant minister. On that day, we are having only one service to be held at 10:30 AM. The party will follow at 11:30 AM beginning in the Johnson Room with light refreshments. Then, after a fun group activity in the sanctuary, we will present Rev. Linda with gifts and richly deserved tributes.
UUJAZ Coordinator Opening
Applications Now Being Accepted
Unitarian Universalist Justice Arizona network is seeking a Justice Coordinator. UUJAZ focuses its justice work through congregational justice ministries, connecting activists across the state, and building bridges at the state legislature. If you feel passionate about a variety of justice issues, if you have technological skills, and if you enjoy working collaboratively, we encourage you to contact us! Visit the website to see the job description and to discover how to apply.
Taming the Beast - Upstairs Storage Room Work Day
Saturday, May 2, at 8:00 AM
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Join Heidi on Saturday, May 2, from 8:00 AM - Noon upstairs in the storage room for a massive clean out and reorganization. This is an organizer's dream job! If you have a strong back (LOTS of lifting and going up and down stairs) then RSVP to Heidi. Coffee, bagels, and fruit will be provided. 
District Assembly
April 24-25, Chandler, AZ
District Assembly is an annual event that allows UUs from Arizona, California, and Nevada to connect over worship, workshops, youth ceremonies, and the District's annual business meeting. This year the assembly will be held at Valley Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Chandler. You can register for the whole conference (Friday evening and Saturday all day) or you can register for just Friday or Saturday. There is free childcare on Saturday. To download the schedule of events, workshop descriptions and to register, click below. 
General Assembly
June 24-28
UUA General Assembly 2015 "Building a New Way" will be in Portland, OR  on June 24-28. An application for anyone interested in serving as a delegate from UUCP is available below.