This Sunday, November 15
Turning Towards Gratitude
Service Leader:  Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray
Sunday, November 15 at 9:30 AM and 11:15 AM
Gratitude seems simple and straightforward, but really learning to live a life of gratitude and to be as a religious community, a people of gratitude, means learning to shift many of the lessons we have been taught in our lives. We may need to embrace gratitude with a beginner's mind to embody it more fully in our lives and culture.
Share the Plate with Liberty Wildlife Rehab Foundation
Sunday, November 15 at 10:30 AM
Liberty Wildlife is November's Share the Plate recipient. Their mission is to "nurture the nature" of Arizona. Founded in 1981, they have assisted over 80,000 native animals, and annually present over 800 educational programs statewide. This Sunday they will bring some wildlife friends (an American Kestral and Red Tailed Hawk) to our patio between services (10:30-11:15).  Safety reminders: So as not to scare the birds, we must keep a distance of 15 feet from the birds, keep our voices down, and not toss or throw anything the direction of the birds. 
Next Sunday, November 22
Bring a Holiday Treat from Your Table to Share for the Thanksgiving Service
Service Leader:  Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray, Emrys Staton
Sunday, November 15 at 9:30 AM and 11:15 AM
Thanksgiving is a day set aside especially for gratitude, and remembering the many blessing of our lives. In this Multigenerational service, everyone is invited to bring a grain-based staple (tortillas, challah, brown bread, muffins, idlis, injera, naan, fry bread, etc) 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.
 
*Special Note: UUCP is being featured in a book about UU congregations attempting to live into a more multicultural, multiracial future. The authors of this book, the Rev. Nancy Palmer Jones and UU laywoman Karin Lin will be at UUCP this weekend to see our community and meet members first hand. Come and welcome Karin and Nancy to UUCP!
Upcoming Classes and Events
Donations for Fundraising Auction Due Sunday
Congregation & Preschool Online Auction Nov. 27 - Dec. 6
Congregation Live Auction Dec. 6 at 11 AM in the Sanctuary
Do you have a talent, home or professional service to show off? Or how about a hobby or interest to teach? We are looking for fun ways to get to know each other while raising money to support our mission. Contact Heidi if you would like to brainstorm ways you can participate in this exciting community building event. Email Heidi below or call 602-840-8400 ext. 202.

Heidi will be at the auction table after service on Sunday to answer all your auction related questions. 
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 CLICK HERE TO SEE DONATION GUIDELINES
Thanksgiving Potluck Celebration
Thursday, November 26 at 4:00 PM in the Johnson Room
Join us for a Thanksgiving Day potluck at UUCP.  After dinner on the patio we'll show A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving.  Bring your sleeping bag, pillow, or comfy camp chair for a movie under the stars.  RSVP by Nov. 23 online by visiting clicking the button below or by calling Geoff at the office at 602-840-8400 x201. 
UUCP to be featured in upcoming book!

Meet the authors Rev. Nancy Palmer Jones and Karin Lin of a forthcoming book The Joy of the Journey: UU Congregations on the Road to Multiculturalism.  They will be at UUCP Thursday Night (for Community Night) and on Sunday, November 22nd.  Come share your stories (our UUCP stories) of our own work on this journey.
Standing on the Side of Love for Equality in Scottsdale
Tuesday, November 17 at 5:00 PM
The Scottsdale City Council will be voting on whether or not to move forward with a LGBT inclusive Non Discrimination Ordinance. The meeting will be held in the City Council Chambers at 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Faith supporters are essential, as faith leaders will be the primary opponents of ensuring fairness for all Scottsdale citizens.  Please arrive by 5:00 PM and where a Standing on the Side of Love shirt or similar color.    
Community Night
Thursday, November 19 at 6:00 PM
Join us for dinner and conversation starting at 6:00 PM. We will provide the main dish of Non-Vegetarian Soup, Vegetarian Soup, Bread. If you are able, bring a side dish or dessert to share. Chalice kids will start at 6:30 PM and we have activities planned for all the kids. The suggested donation is $5/adults, $2/children under 10, $10/family. Email Kristina Benner below for more information.

6:00 PM: Non-Vegetarian Soup, Vegetarian Soup, Bread
6:30 PM: Chalice Kids
6:30 PM: Pet Blessing Service
7:00 PM: Drop In Small Group
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Pet Blessing Service
Thursday, November 19 at 7:00 PM
You and your non-human companions are invited to join us for a pet service on Thursday, Nov. 19 at 7:00pm in the Johnson Room. You can bring photos, small animals in cages, or friendly, well socialized pets on leashes to be blessed. We will also have a memorial table set up for photos or other mementos to remember pets that have passed on. Please contact Emrys below if you have any questions. 
Open Small Group
Thursday, November 19 at 7:00 PM in Annex H
The Third Thursday Small Group Ministry (SGM) is a drop-in group so that people who are not able to commit to a group all the time can come when they are able. It is also for those who are new to SGMs and would like to try it out. We welcome and encourage newcomers all the time. Some of our participants enjoy coming every session and we encourage this too. We are very flexible. Our topics are the same as the other SGMs which follow the monthly theme, in depth and in a secure environment, consistent with Reverend Susan's sermons. We meet at UUCP, Annex H, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM For further information please contact Mike Sheffer at (702)353-0980 or email him below.
Board Of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, November 24 at 6:00 PM in the Johnson Room
We invite all members to join us for the monthly Board of Trustees meeting on Tuesday, November 24 in the Johnson Room. Social hour begins at 6, the meeting starts at 6:30 with guest comments, and feel free to observe the rest of the meeting. This month the board will discuss the metrics for our third end statement. How will we know if UUCP is a flagship congregation in the UUA and a beacon of moral conscience to the world? How do we measure progress toward that end? Contact Glen Lockwood at 602-852-0174 or email him below with comments or questions.
Calling All Volunteers
The UUCP office is looking for a few good people to help out in the office during the week. Come hang out with Heidi and Geoff in the office and help us with this opportunity for service. Tasks include answering the phone, light computer work, opening mail, and making phone calls, ect. We have the following shifts available.
Monday 12pm-3pm
Tuesday 9am - 12pm & 12pm-3pm
Thursday 9am - 12pm
Friday 9am - 12pm
Please call Geoff in the office 602-840-8400 x 201 or email him below. 
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