Starting Point Tour

Sunday, August 9, at 9:45 AM

Meet a representative of our Membership Committee and our Children's Ministry Director in the front foyer at 9:45 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!
This Sunday at 10:30 AM
August 9:  Letting Go to Find Balance  
Service Leader: Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray
When we feel unsteady, uncertain about what is ahead, we tend to want to grab on more tightly, but often times the key to navigating uncertainty is actually letting go and finding your own inner balance in the transition.
Next Sunday at 10:30 AM 
August 16:  Finding Your Own Balance  
Service Leader: Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray
The definition of a balanced life can mean different things to different people.  It can also change throughout out lives.  The balance we need to find as youth, is not the same as that of those in mid life, nor those in retirement.  What does balance look like to you and how do you find it? 
Upcoming Classes and Events

Open Small Group

Thursday, August 20, at 7:00 PM, Annex B

Join Anne Lackey for a spirited conversation in a relaxed setting. This group is open to anyone 18 and older and there is no registration or fee required for participation. Find out how enriching a SGM session can be! Email Anne at alackey@cox.net for more information.

Sundays With The Kids

Have you considered joining our children's ministry team? Each Sunday we depend on volunteers to teach, guide, and mentor the youngest members of our congregation.  This year, we are looking for community members to commit to 2-week, 4-week, and 12-week blocks.  Available roles include Subject Leaders/Teachers, Class Guides, and One-on-One mentors.  Please contact Katie Resendiz at KatieResendiz@phoenixuu.org  for more information or to volunteer.

Sign The Unity Pledge

The Unity Pledge is an effort by Arizona individuals and businesses to advance workplace equality and equal treatment in housing and hospitality for LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender) individuals.  The Scottsdale City Council and Mayor are asking residents and businesses to sign the pledge.  To sign go to www.OpenAz.co.  Even those who do not live in Scottsdale can show support for equality by signing this pledge.
CLICK HERE TO SIGN THE PLEDGE

Poetry Coffeehouse is on vacation in August and September

The next meeting will be October 4, 11:00 AM, Annex H Keep writing!  See you then.

Tom Neilson Benefit Concert for UU Church of the Restoration in Tulsa

Tuesday, August 11, 8:00 PM Central Time

The UU Church of the Restoration was founded in 1987 as an intentionally racially diverse congregation located in the traditional African American community in Tulsa.  Our mission is to promote racial justice and religious freedom. Last fall, our air conditioning system was destroyed by vandals, and the roof has been damaged by wind and rain. This benefit concert keeps this sacred and safe space open for the community, through the Oklahoma heat and rain. There is a $10 suggested donation for the event. Please pay more if you are able, or pay what you can. To buy a ticket go to the link below.
CLICK HERE TO BUY A TICKET

Couples Enrichment Retreat

Friday, September 25, 7:00 PM - Monday, September 27, 11:00 AM

Join us for the Couples Enrichment Retreat where couples will take a closer look at common issues such as communication, finances and sexuality.  Workshops are designed and led by volunteer couples from the VUU Couples Enrichment Group. All couples committed to their relationship are welcome -- married and unmarried.  The retreat is offered at $270 per couple and includes two nights lodging at the beautiful Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center in Carefree, AZ. Space is limited to the first 10 couples; so please register early. For more information, visit the link below or call Byon and Lara at 480-274-7234.
CLICK HERE TO GET MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER

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.