This Sunday, March 20
Multigenerational Flower Communion Service
Service Leader:  Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray
Sunday, March 20 at 9:30 AM & 11:15 AM
The Flower Communion is a traditional Unitarian Universalist celebration of life, equality and freedom. Everyone is invited to bring a flower to this service. Celebrate Spring in the desert, UU history and compelling vision of UUism today.
Next Sunday, March 27
Easter: Hope Without Resurrection
Service Leader:  Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray
Sunday, March 27 at 9:30 AM & 11:15 AM
Unitarian Universalists have long celebrated Easter without believing in the resurrection. How do we find meaning in this story without the critical ending? 
Upcoming Classes and Events
Rally at the State Capitol
Wednesday, March 23 at 10:00 AM
All are invited to the State Capitol (1700 W Washington St) for a rally and protest against a slate of new bills targeting immigrants and refugees in Arizona. A large coalition, including Puente, wants to send a clear message to our legislators and governor: No more hateful and discriminatory laws! 

Debrief at UUCP Annex B
Thursday, March 24 at 6:30 PM

All are welcome to join the Immigration Small Group Ministry for a recap and discussion of the rally, its message, and the bills at our monthly meeting.
UUJAZ Border Trip
Friday April 1 - Saturday April 2
This is an opportunity to be led by UU Amado members to visit the Mexico/Arizona border to learn firsthand about the immigration crisis.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, March 22, at 6:00 PM, Johnson Room
We invite all members to join us for the monthly Board of Trustees meeting on Tuesday, March 22 in the Johnson Room. Break bread and socialize with us starting at 6:00 PM, and the meeting begins at 6:30. Guests are invited to address the board during guest comments at the beginning and observe the remainder of the meeting. At this meeting the board will discuss the stewardship campaign and the preliminary 2016/2017 budget. Call Glen Lockwood at 602-852-0174 or email him below with comments or questions.
We are looking for GA Delegates
You can represent UUCP as a Delegate at General Assembly 2016 "Heart Land: Were Faiths Connect," from June 22-26 in Columbus, Ohio! It is an opportunity to grow as a leader, connect with other UUs, and deepen your spirit. Delegate application deadlines: March 15th for scholarships & April 15th for early registration.

GA Delegate Application
Community Night
Thursday, March 24, at 6:00 PM, Johnson Room
Join us for dinner and conversation starting at 6:00 PM. We will provide the main dish (including a vegetarian option) and a side dish. 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/adult, $2/children under 10, $10/family. Email Kristina Benner below for more information.

6:00 PM:  Vegan Curries, Mac & Cheese, Green Salad
6:30 PM:  Chalice Kids 
6:45 PM:  Young Adult Small Group
7:00 PM:  Sangha Buddhist Group
Sangha Buddhist Group
Thursday, March 24, 7:00 PM in Annex H
UUCP members are starting a Buddhist sangha, a group of people who gather to learn Buddhist teachings (the dharma) and support one another in Buddhist practice, including meditation. You need not be Buddhist to attend, just interested in your spiritual growth. If you have questions, contact Donna Featherston at 602-997-7996 or Katherine Kruse at 602-369-9477.
Young Adult Small Group
Thursday, March 24, 6:45 PM in Annex C
The young adult small group is a place for "younger" adults to get together and talk about issues important to us. We provide a safe space to share ideas and challenge each other respectfully. We are an open group and anyone who feels they are a young adult - regardless of age - is welcome to join and share their thoughts with us. We meet on the second Tuesday and fourth Thursday of each month at 6:45 PM in Annex C. Contact Caitlin below for more information and to receive calendar reminders for the Young Adult Group meeting.
International Rescue Committee Field Trip
Friday, March 25, Noon
UUCP's Refugee Assistance Program (RAP) has scheduled a field trip to the International Rescue Committee (IRC) office on March 25 from 1:00 to 3:00.
UUCP partners with this refugee resettlement agency to offer assistance to newly arrived refugees. Come see the facility and learn about volunteer opportunities. Carpool leaves from UUCP at 12:00. To ask questions and to sign up, contact Libby Walker below.
Sewing & Craft Circle
Saturday, March 26, drop in between 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM
The Sewing and Craft Circle meets in the Johnson room on March 26 to make simple items to help others. The group makes pillowcase knapsacks for the Sewing Project for Foster Children, children's dresses and young adult clothing for an education mission in Cuernavaca, baby blankets and caps for Hogar Materno in Central America, and lap blankets for local wheelchair bound people. We'd love to meet you and sew, knit, crochet or quilt together. Please call or email us, if you are thinking of coming, so we can notify you if there is a last minute change. Contact Lori Williamson at below or call her at 480-234-1476.
Knit/Crochet Materials Drive
Some of the people detained in the Eloy Immigration Detention Center are knitting and crocheting things to give to organizations that help needy people. The UUCP Sewing and Craft Circle is collecting yarn, knitting needles, and crochet hooks to donate to their project. Baby yarn is especially needed. Please leave any items you want to donate on the island in the UUCP office, and Geoff Anderla will call us to pick it up. Contact: Lori Rubin-Williamson below or 480-234-1476.
2016 District Assembly & Annual Meeting

Theme: Draw the Circle Wider:  The Prophethood of All Believers
Friday, April 29 & Saturday, April 30, 2016 
Registration opened February 15 at www.pswduua.org  Join 300+ Unitarian Universalists for our annual celebratory gathering. Worship, workshops, awards, business meeting, bridging ceremony for high school seniors and conversations with UUs from all over the Pacific Southwest District. Bring your congregational banner!
General Assembly 2016
Theme: Heart Land: Where Faiths Connect

Dates: June 22-26, 2016

Location: Columbus, OH
Registration opened online March 1 at www.uua.org.
The faith world is increasingly multifaith. People are crossing borders of religion and spiritual practice to create wholeness in their lives individually and collectively. The labels-Christian, Jew, Muslim, Buddhist, Hindu, theist and non-theist-no longer define who or what we love, or how spirit moves in our lives. General Assembly 2016 in Columbus Ohio will assemble leaders and communities of many faiths to worship together, learn from one another, and create a new vision of faith that no longer divides us, but connects us to an interdependent future that works for all.
Music Director Position Open at Granite Peak
Music Director position available for the 135-member Granite Peak Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Prescott, AZ, starting July 1, 2016.   The position is approximately 1/3 time, and the successful candidate will be responsible for managing the music program and conducting our enthusiastic 25-voice choir.  Applications will be accepted through March 31.  For additional details and a complete Job Description and salary range, visit our website at http://www.prescottuu.org/music-director/