Dear Beloved Congregation, As June arrives, we find ourselves stepping fully into the warmth and brightness of summer. The days stretch longer, afternoon storms roll in with familiar Gulf Coast rhythm, and our world seems alive with movement, color, and possibility. June invites us outdoors — to gather, to celebrate, and to reconnect with one … Continue reading June 2026: From the President
Hello Beloved Congregation, As we welcome the month of May, we find ourselves surrounded by the gentle but unmistakable shift of the seasons. The days grow longer, the sunlight lingers just a little later, and the warmth in the air reminds us of renewal, growth, and possibility. Spring is in full bloom—flowers are opening, trees … Continue reading May 2026: From the President
We’re launching a brand-new video interview series celebrating the stories, faith, and wisdom of our longest-standing members — and we need your help! In the spirit of StoryCorps, A Life of Sundays will capture personal histories and reflections in an intimate, heartfelt format. Whether you’d like to share your own story as an interview subject … Continue reading Introducing: A Life of Sundays
Dear Beloved Community, As we step into March, we find ourselves in that gentle turning of the seasons—when cooler mornings give way to warmer afternoons, and the first signs of spring begin to emerge all around us. Here along the Gulf Coast, March often brings a bit of everything: sunshine, rain, and the occasional surprise … Continue reading March 2026: From the President
It is time to begin looking forward to our Nehemiah Action on the topic of Mental Health. That is when we ask our elected officials to commit to make the changes in policy and program to bend toward Justice. Last year’s Action was attended by more than 700 Escambia County citizens. The Action will be … Continue reading Looking Toward Nehemiah
Beloved Community, February arrives with a gentle mix of moods—cool mornings that remind us winter hasn’t quite let go, warmer afternoons hinting at spring, and longer days slowly returning light to our evenings. Here in Pensacola, we’re gifted with that familiar back-and-forth of weather that invites us to stay flexible, attentive, and grateful for each … Continue reading February 2026: From the President
At a Threshold Dear Beloved UUCP Community, As we step into January, we find ourselves at a threshold. The holidays have passed, the calendar turns, and even here on the Gulf Coast we feel subtle shifts in the season. The mornings are cooler, the days sometimes quieter, and the pace of life invites reflection. January … Continue reading January 2026: From the President
Dear Friends, As we step into December, I’m reminded once again how quickly the seasons shift here on the Gulf Coast. One week we’re reaching for sunglasses and iced tea, and the next we’re digging out sweaters we’d nearly forgotten we owned. The air grows crisper, evenings come earlier, and the scent of approaching holidays … Continue reading December 2025: From the President
Support the work of justice in our community by joining JUST Pensacola at the Research to Action Kickoff on November 18, as we launch our work on this year’s community issue of focus — mental health — chosen by our members as this year’s focus for change! Register: Research to Action Kickoff | J.U.S.T. Pensacola
