Both of our Christmas Eve services were special this year, and included a photo booth which Jamila Miqbel and Damian Pulliam’s family have shared with us on occasion. This year the family service featured the “No-Rehearsal” pageant, which allowed people of all ages to join in creating a tableau of the Christmas story, narrated by yours…
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This month as we have been practicing presence, I have been thinking about the IHELP program and how much I have enjoyed being here as we serve meals and set up for our guests each week. I’ve joined our guests a couple of times at the dinner table, and have enjoyed learning a little about…
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I was listening to a podcast this morning in which Meghna Chakrabarti of “On Point” talks about, and has her guests share about, changes in American engagement with organized religion. I am interested in this because we have a lot of folks who come to Unitarian Universalism looking for a community and a replacement for their…
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Last Sunday we had a very successful multi-gen service with nearly 200 in attendance. The Soul Work tables (see photos) gave some folks an option to create a flower arrangement, a pot holder, or a holiday themed artwork, and our cornbread communion table included offerings from several people. We shared stories that were funny, moving, and…
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Are you new to VUU or returning after being away a long time? Come to our new participant class on December 7 from 9:30a-2:30p in the VUU Board room or attend concurrently online. Join us for an introductory session to learn more about Unitarian Universalism, VUU, and getting engaged in our community. Bring your questions! We’ll invite you to…
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Dear Ones, It was wonderful to see so many new people in the Sanctuary last Sunday and to see so many members who hadn’t been here in awhile. We hope you’ll come back and find a way to get involved–that you’ll find this to be a place where your belonging is only based on your willingness…
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Even as I knew this scenario was possible, the election results have hit me hard. Not because anything will immediately be different, but more because I don’t know what will happen and how it will impact me, my family, my friends, my neighbors, my community, my country, the world around us. All of us. Yesterday we held…
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As many of you know, I sustained a small injury while canvassing voters a couple of Saturdays ago. I have a small break in my right fibula, which means I am in a boot for 4-6 weeks, and I am not able to drive at the moment. This has meant major disruptions to both my personal and…
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I enjoyed my retreat with colleagues in Rancho Palos Verdes and also camping with my family. I am catching up on emails and other administrative tasks. I enjoyed the AZCEND Gala last week, and I am looking forward to the Valley Interfaith Event next week. I am also officiating a wedding for Alison Cantley and Rick D’Andrea. This weekend…
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I will be attending a retreat with other UU clergy beginning Sunday, September 29 through Thursday, October 3, and then I will be joining my family on Fall Break for a camping trip. I will not be available by email during this time and will be available only for emergencies. You can contact the pastoral care team or our Congregational…
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