Presented by Dr. Lauren Anzaldo, UUCP Member. One of our beloved UU hymns, “Come, Sing a Song With Me,” contains the encouraging lines: I’ll bring you hope when hope is hard to find, and I’ll bring a song of love and a rose in the wintertime. During tough times personally, politically, and socially, hope can seem elusive. … Continue reading Hope, When Hope is Hard to Find presented by Dr. Lauren Anzaldo, UUCP Member
Welcome to Barbara Wright, a relatively new member to our community, to present her first Sunday service. Courageous people change the world. So many examples of that this month. October’s celebration of LGBTQ+ history month reminds us of the many who bravely moved (and continue to move) our world toward greater acceptance and affirmation. The revolutionary prophet of peace, … Continue reading Courage
Long-time UUCP Member Jack Wolverton has spent the majority of his life listening, playing and being inspired by music. Although he worked as an engineer and was not financially supported by music, his spiritual life is made whole through music. Come hear Jack discuss his musical inspirations throughout his life. (This is the first in … Continue reading A Journey of Spirit and Soul Through Music
Since 1635, Jack’s ancestors have been on this American continent and in their small way participated in its history and development. He will share their story, lending a personal touch to what we learned in school.
With the exception of Native Americans, we in this country are all from somewhere else, or we are the children of people from somewhere else. Lal Goel will describe briefly his journey to the United States as a young man of 20, the struggles he faced, and the success he achieved. He will also comment … Continue reading India to America: A Tough but Blessed Journey
Heather and Daniel lead a group discussion regarding community within the church and society at large. Bring your thinking caps and be prepared to participate!
Merriam Webster defines the word “commitment” as “an agreement or pledge to do something in the future,” “the state or an instance of being obligated or emotionally impelled,” or “an act of committing to a charge or trust.” Synonyms include faithfulness, devotion, dedication and loyalty. With so many different shades of meaning, as various members … Continue reading Commitment: What Does It Mean to You?
What is the difference between Fair and Equal? Even adults can confuse these terms. We think we understand but sometimes these terms are merged in unintentional ways. Marylee Donnelly will share thoughts about where the terms align and where they are different.
Join UUCP members (and Ocean Hour superstars) Heather Stefanescu and Daniel Cobb for an Earth Day-themed service. What changes can we make, big and small, as the world heads into a deepening climate crisis? Materials referenced in this service can be found here. (The shared file works like Dropbox, Google Docs, etc.)
The demands of daily life can suck us into a state of lifeless secularism where misery feels like our best friend and days and weeks roll into each other without much distinction. But what if we could awaken to our full potential of joy and spiritual attunement through something as simple as play? Join Trista … Continue reading A Gateway Into Awakening
