Share the Plate With the Grand Canyon Association

We Will Take A Collection for This Organization in Both July and August

The Grand Canyon Association is the Grand Canyon National Park's official non-profit partner, operating to raise private funds to benefit the park, and provide premier educational opportunities that address the natural and cultural history of the region and its preservation. The July-August Share the Plates will specifically be used for 2 purposes:  in support of the Kids at Grand Canyon program, which is a curriculum-based education program that teaches about environmental stewardship and particularly subsidizes Native American and under-privileged groups, and purchasing a computer for the Distance Learning Program, which offers age appropriate video educational sessions.
This Sunday at 10:30 AM
July 19:  Embracing Our Deepest Fear
Service Leader: Sam Kirkland
In her poem, "Our Deepest Fear," Marianne Williamson writes, "Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure!" There is a balancing act between what we hide and what we reveal and by embracing our power, we can unleash a force for greatness in the world.

Science of Tie-Dye

As part of our never-ending search for the truth, we will take on the mysteries  of tie-dying at our Science Sunday this week.  Children 4 and up will learn and participate in the chemical process of dying and blending colors and leave with the product of their experiment for continuation at home.  Please send your child in appropriate clothing, just in case they take home a bit of the dye on their clothes. Questions?  Ask Director Anne at the link below.

Next Sunday at 10:30 AM 
July 26:  Simple Gifts--
Turning to Create Balance in Life 
Service Leader: Donna Featherston
The beloved Shaker hymn Simple Gifts begins by reminding us that simplicity and freedom are gifts and ends with the lyric that by "turning, turning, we come round right." The song was written as a "quick dance" and its lyrics contain instructions for both dance and life. We will consider the thought of turning to create balance in our lives. What do we wish to turn from? What do we wish to turn toward?
Upcoming Classes and Events

Goodbye Party for Anne  

Sunday, August 2, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM, Johnson Room 

Sunday August 2 is Anne's last Sunday as Director of Children's Ministries.  The Children's Ministry Committee and Staff are throwing her a goodbye party during coffee hour. We invite you to bring cards and other tokens of appreciation for Anne's service on this day.  Blank cards will be available for people to sign that day as well.  There will be light refreshments and cake.  For more information contact the Children's Ministry Committee or Heidi.

Labor Day Camping Weekend at SAWUURA

Friday, September 4 - Monday, September 7, 2015

SAWUURA is our own UU 100-acre woods in the Sierra Ancha Wilderness near Young, AZ (about 4 hrs drive from Phoenix).  Join dozens of other UUs Memorial Day weekend for a relaxing weekend under the stars.  Disconnect from your phones, computers, TVs and share meals, hikes, music and laughter with other nature-lovers.  Meals are provided with the cost of registration. Just bring snacks, drinks, and camping gear.  Registration Fees: $45 per adult ($35 for SAWUURA members) and $25 per child.  Registration Due Date: Friday, August 28. Registration forms available online.  For more info please contact Heidi Parmenter at 602-840-8400 ext. 202 or at the link below.

Calling all Artists!  

The Members and Friends Art Show 2015 will be coming sooner than you think! Ingathering Sunday will be September 13 which means that we will be hanging your work on Saturday, September 12. Be sure to put that date on your calendar! This wonderful show has been a favorite of the congregation, and we know that with your participation it will be a big hit again this year. Now is the time to start getting ready. We're looking forward to another great show this year. Contact Ann Bixel to learn more.

New Hampshire UU Church Fundraiser

UU Members of Keene are offering a B&B Weekend in their homes during the Monadrock Region's Art Tour Weekend. Stay 1, 2 or 3 nights. Leaf-peep, hunt for antiques, hike, bike, paddle...enjoy! All proceeds benefit the church. Contact the Keene Unitarian Universalist Church office for more information.

Summer Religious Education (RE) 

Do you have an interest in anything scientific? The theme for our summer science RE is SCIENCE! We have the most amazing and curious kids in our RE program who would LOVE to learn what you can teach them. Our Summer RE begins June 14. Please email Carrie Lifshitz if you are interested in participating in UUScience this summer!