How do we celebrate diversity? Unitarian Universalism honors diversity of genders and gendered experiences. We are a welcoming faith. Unitarian Universalism doesn’t just open its doors to people of all sexual orientations and gender identities—we value diversity of sexuality and gender and see this diversity as a profound spiritual gift. The following information can help … Continue reading Celebrating Diversity: Pronouns
In his recent New York Times op-ed, David Brooks declares that the American Renaissance has begun. He posits that, although Covid-19 has disrupted American life, the disruption has created space for something new. He discusses some ways this experience has changed us and closes his piece by saying “People are shifting their personal lives to … Continue reading July 2021: From the President
Together Again! A July 4th Celebration At long last, the day has arrived. This Sunday, July 4th, we will celebrate Independence Day in more than one way. Due to the hard work of the science and medical community, the good will and commitment to well-being of self and others among so many of our citizens, … Continue reading July 2021: From the Minister
I’m sure you have heard that the Church will be reopened for an in-person service inside our Sanctuary on July 4. I know we are all excited to be together again – BUT, not so fast! Our young people are not vaccinated yet. Until they are, we will continue to have virtual gatherings of our … Continue reading CRE: July 2021
Our June Theme is Play. This month we are invited to ask ourselves what it means to be a people of play. Perhaps after all we’ve been through over the last year and a half, we don’t remember what it is like to play. Last Wednesday was the last day of school for my grandchildren. … Continue reading June 2021: From the Minister
It was so nice to gather virtually with all of you for our Annual Congregational Meeting on May 16. From the lively discussion about our budget, Charitable Trust, and recongregation plans, the love for our church and the concern and commitment to our future was clear. Recongregation plans are continually evolving as science and data … Continue reading June 2021: From the President
Summer Time Sunday Mornings: June 13 and 27 Our summer schedule will be reduced to 2 Sundays a month a 9 a.m. – we need to give our much beloved teachers a break. Sarah will be doing the Summer classes and sending out family packets. The first packet with be UU Trading Cards! Some of … Continue reading CRE: June 2021
There are several new laws out of the most recent legislative session that are contrary to our values as a nation and as UUs. I could write paragraphs about each of them, but will focus on two areas of extreme concern. If you have questions about any of the areas in the UUJustice Florida newsletter … Continue reading June 2021 Justice Update
Our UUCP mission is to Celebrate Diversity, Strive for Justice and Inspire Love. UUCP works hand-in-hand with the 22 local congregations who make up JUST (Justice United Seeking Transformation in) Pensacola. Our Purpose is to join other congregations who are committed to JUST Pensacola and create a critical mass to influence public leaders who will … Continue reading It’s Time to STRIVE FOR JUSTICE
Our theme for May is Story and the question we ask ourselves is, “What does it mean to be a people of story?” We certainly live with a lot of stories. I think the best stories are the ones through which we continue to discover new meaning, or that help us make meaning in times … Continue reading May 2021: From the Minister
