Jul 17: Weekly Updates

Sunday Worship Services

Justicia Para Todos!

Sunday, July 21, 2019, 10:30

Worship Leader: Diane Everhart, Co-director Inn2America Project

Worship Associate: Stephen Kraynak

In What Do You Trust?

Sunday, July 28, 2019, 10:30

Worship Leader: Rabbi Helen Cohn

Worship Associate: Gary Luce

Donate Flowers for Sunday Service

You may bring flowers in honor or memory of someone if you like, and either take the flowers home or give them to someone else after the service. Arrangements can be as simple as flowers from your garden or the supermarket in a church vase, or as elaborate as a professional arrangement. Please volunteer for one or more dates by contacting Nancy at:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or 301-802-4683.

Nancy will be on holiday July 14-August 11. Bob Gordon will be handling flowers for worship while she is gone.This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Social Justice

No More Deaths is in Need of Supplies:

Donate to Northern Mexico Projects.

*Sneakers *Backpacks *Socks *T-Shirts *Hats *Tarps *Non-perishable food *Toothbrushes and toothpaste *Towels *Razors *Ace bandages *Cough drops *Antacid *Soap *Antibiotic ointment

Items can be brought to the church or taken to the office at 225 E 26th St. For more information, please contact the Logistics Coordinator:

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Emergency help for Migrants:We will be redirecting our efforts in helping the Inn2 America, for they are in desperate need of volunteer help. Please emailThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for information on how to volunteer.

Fellow UUs from the Edmonds UU Congregation in Edmonds, Washingtonare expressing interest in coming to Tucson this summer to volunteer with the immigrants in Inn2 America, and are asking about home hospitality for a week or two, or maybe just a few days. If interested in considering such an offer of home hospitality this summer, please contact Steve Kraynak at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for details.

Gifts Of Love Backpack and School Supply Drive (ICS)

Help children in need get a good start to the school year! Donate backpacks and school supplies for students in grades K-12. Donations accepted through July 21. Most needed supplies can be found at the following link:

https://www.icstucson.org/what-we-do/emergency-assistance/gifts-of-love/

Donations may be delivered to Marsha Newcomb, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or dropped off the the church office.

Sweet treats for a sweet cause!

Please join us on Sunday, July 28 during Social Hour as the children in Religious Education raise funds for The Hermitage Cat Shelter and Pima Animal Care Center (PACC). We will be selling homemade sweets and all funds will be donated to help the animals. Thank you!

Donation Request: Blessing of the Backpacks

OnSunday, August 4, our inter-generational service will include a "Blessing of the Backpacks" as we honor the changing seasons and the return to school for many of our congregants. We would like to encourage folks to bring backpacks for St. Francis to worship that day, so we can extend our blessing to migrants who will carry bags of things with them as they go on their journey.

Honor All Children's Peace

Sunday,August 4, 2019at the church, 4-5:30 p.m. The Women's International League for Peace and Freedom, WILPF, presents Back From the Brink, Celebrate Nuclear Resistance.

Faithify Campaign to Lift Up and Preserve UU Rainbow History

In recognition of the 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising (June 28, 1969), the Unitarian Universalist Retired Ministers and Partners Association (UURMaPA) has launched a UU Rainbow History Project, focused on collecting and preserving the history and stories of LGBTQIA ministers, their partners, and allies.

The UU Rainbow History Project has begun gathering memories, photographs, sermons and other memorabilia on a website (www.uurainbowhistory.net) and in social media. The UURH Project will produce a book to document this significant turning point in UU history. And all materials will be placed in UU archives, so future generations can learn about this incredible story, hopefully from many firsthand testimonials.

Faithify Campaign Goal = $3000. Financial contributions are welcome @ https://faithify.org/projects/uu-rainbow-history/

Please direct any questions to Steve Kraynak at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Southern Arizona CUUPS

Our next ritual will be on August 1, 2019.Join us for a gathering celebrating both the annual harvest and the awesome power of storms.Ana Teresa Ortiz is an ordained Interfaith Minister (One Spirit Interfaith Seminary 2011), who blends Wiccan with Indigenous Taino perspectives and practices. Participants will have the opportunity to communally celebrate the accomplishments and bounties of the summer and to prayerfully contemplate the recent monsoon season and the start of the hurricane season. Set up starts at 5:30, ritual will begin at 6pm.

Childcare available upon request; email Jamili at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

SAZCUUPSis a Chapter of the Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans

Web: http://uuctucson.org/worship/sazcuups.html

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SAZCUUPS/ (FB messages can be sent to m.me/SAZCUUPS)

Chatgroup: https://www.facebook.com/groups/190164578242015

Social Events

Open Mic

The fourth Sundayof each month after church, there is openmic entertainment in Holland.Thenext one is Sunday, July 28, at 12:00. Musicians, poets, storytellers, magicians, dancers and entertainers of any kind welcome along with anyone who loves live entertainment. Contact Bo or Sandy Ongley for details. We will have a drumming circle at this same time at the monthly open mic. If you have a drum, please bring it. Otherwise, we will have some other percussion instruments to play.This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The UUtah Tuur

October 14 to 21, 2019

On Oct. 14 the UUtah Tuur will leave from UUCT and you can still be in the group! Only 3 rooms are still availabledepending on whether you want a double or private room. So that you will not miss out on this fun trip, download a reservation form from www.uuctucson.org or pick up one in the church office. Mail it to the church office with your check for $700 right away to reserve your place. Final payment will be due Sep. 1. Julia Mehrer,This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., and Carolyn Saunders,This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., tour leaders, are out of town, but can be reached by email if you have questions. The complete itinerary is also available online.

https://uuctucson.org/programs/sponsored-tours/4116-oct-14-come-on-the-uutah-tuur.html

Book Club

The next UU Book Club will meet Thursday, Aug. 15 at 9:30 AM at the home of Margo Newhouse. The group is readingBorn a Crime by Trevor Noah. Everyone is welcome to attend. Questions? Contact Margo atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.or 784-1198.

Everyone is welcome to attend.

Office Updates

Help Wanted:The office is in need of office volunteers on Wednesday and Thursday, from 9-1. Skills desired include good people skills, organization, computer skills, experience with data entry, and most of all, a willingness to learn. Please contact Mary if you are interested:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The Community Bulletin has had its biennial paper change. Please bring your business cards, non-profit pamphlets, and community event notices! Anyone can post on the community bulletin board in Goddard Hall next to the kitchen, and many outside groups see the information. This is a great place for your classified ads and UU life articles & poems. Please date all submissions!

If you are interested in posting something on the main bulletin board, located outside Holland Sanctuary, please submit a flyer (during office hours) and we can have it posted for you. You can also place it in the community life/Sam Meyer mailbox on Sunday's.

Projection Volunteers Needed

We're in need of volunteers to learn to run the screen projections and videos for Sunday morning services once or twice a month and for other special events as available. We'll provide training. If you are interested, email Larry Newhouse atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.or see him or Cynthia Johnson on Sunday morning before or after the service.

The New Church Year Has Begun - Happy New Year! YourBoard of Trustees requests that all committees, groups, teams, and programs submit their preferred name, leader/contactee, and a contact email. This will be published so everyone can find your group and a Board portfolio liaison can be assigned to support your work. Please send information to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., preferably by July 17th.

Personal Growth

Grief and Loss Group:For those experiencing a difficult time after the loss of a loved one, a pet, a job, or any other significant loss, UUCT now holds a Grief & Loss support group. There you can find recovery in the caring & comfort of other church members (and friends) who are also grieving a loss. Meetings are held every Sunday from 12:15-1:15 pm in the Reed Room. Childcare is available.

The Grief Group is cancelled this coming Sunday, July 14. It will resume the following week.

Sunday Morning Discussion Group:Conversation Among

Friends. 9 a.m. weekly, Servetus Room UUCT Campus. Ronna James is presently facilitating. All adults welcome. More information, call Gilbert Moore 520-790-7568, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Religious Education News

Safe Sitter Training

Aug 4 | 12:00-5:30pm | UUCT

Do you know a youth entering grade 6 or older who would benefit from learning how to SAFELY be home alone or while watching younger children? If so, consider registering them for the Safe Sitter® training.

This program is designed to prepare youth to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. The Instructor-led class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises. Students learn:

Safety Skills: Students learn how to prevent unsafe situations and what to do when faced with dangers such as power failures or weather emergencies.
Child Care Skills: Students learn tips to manage behavior that will help them stay in control of themselves and the children in their care. Students also learn the ages and stages of child development, as well as practice diapering.
First Aid & Rescue Skills: Learning skills such as choking rescue and CPR is often students' favorite part of the class. Students also learn a system to help them assess and respond to injuries and illnesses.
Life & Business Skills: The ability to screen jobs, discuss fees, and greet employers will set students up for success now and in the future. Students practice these skills through various role plays.

Date: Sunday August 4, 2019

Time: 12:00-5:30pm **Pizza lunch included!

Location: UUCT

Fee: $75, and scholarships are available.

RSVP or More Information: Please contact Jamili Omar at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Tucson UU Younger Adults (TUUYA) Meet Ups

Do you identify as a young adult (generations X, Y, or Z)? Would you like to meet up with other UU young adults? TUUYA

regularly hosts events and meet ups.

To stay in the loop make sure that Janice (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or Jamili (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) has your email or join us on Facebook: by searching Tucson UU Younger Adults (TUUYA).

Summer in RE: Choose Your Own Adventure!

Summer is rapidly coming to a close and we are wrapping up our sunday programming with a bake sale fundraiser for local animals: Sweet treats for a sweet cause!

Here's our schedule for the next few weeks:

July 21--10:45-11:30am. All youth and children will be helping create sweet confections in the kitchen or advertising posters for our bake sale.
July 28--No RE. Youth and children will gather at 11:30 (after Service) to help with the bake sale.
August 4--Inter-generational Service (No RE).
August 11--Fall RE begins! Check back here for more details.

**Every Sunday, the Nursery will be open for children under 10 years.

Fall Activity Leader

The best part of the Choose Your Own Adventure format is that ANYONE (yes, you!) can step into the classroom for a short time commitment (or a longer one if you're so moved).

Jamili will be preparing all the curriculum and supplies, and inexperienced teachers will be paired with experienced folks! You'll have the day's activities in advance so you can be prepared, but there won't be any search for materials or books! Woohoo!

Complete the Fall RE interest form at:https://forms.gle/NsDCZd9USwuXsYTw6

Save the date for a Working Lunch (training): July 28 from 12:00-2:00pm.

Questions? Contact Jamili at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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