Sunday, January 12, 2020 10:30 a.m.

As Unitarian Universalists, we see our justice work as living out our values into the world. We covenant that "service is our prayer." What might it look like to create a Spiritual Practice of justice work?

 

Meet Janine Gelsinger, the new Executive Director of UUJAZ (Unitarian Universalist Justice Arizona Network). As she shares about her life and the path that led her to this role, and builds relationships in our congregation, she'll invite us to consider our relationship with social justice activism, as well as spiritual practice, and suggest a way to have the two meet in a daily ritual.

 

Worship Leader: Janine Gelsinger, Executive Director of UUJAZ

Worship Associate: Brenda Lundt

Music: Chris Tackett and Desert chorale

 

 

Sunday, January 19, 2020 10:30 a.m.

On this Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day weekend, come hear about Civil Rights leader, Ella Baker and learn about her style of bottom-up, leader-full movements. Where does power lie in leader-full movements? What can Ella Baker's leadership inspire us to lead and follow in new ways?

 

Worship Leader: Rev. Bethany Russell-Lowe

Worship Associate: Josue Ortiz

Music: Chris Tackett

 

 

Thursday, January 23 6-8 p.m., Holland Sanctuary

"I brought myself to be with you, hoping that by inhaling the compassion, the courage, the hope found here, I can exhale the fear, the selfishness, the separateness I keep so close to my skin" (Kristen L. Harper).

 

Do you need to take a breather? To breathe deeply after the hustle and bustle of the end of the year? Maybe you are seeking a way to connect with others? Join us in January to reflect on the power of breath through meditation and song.

 

Each service begins at 5:30 p.m. with a Bring Your Own dinner to eat with friends. At 6 p.m., we will start a 45 minute service with a dessert potluck after. When the weather cooperates, we’ll drag out the fire pit and toast marshmallows! 

 

 

AUCTION

 

Save the date,February 8th,from 5-8:30 for our fabulous UUCT Auction. Tickets on sale now for $15 for auction and dinner. Sign up now in Goddard with your donations or on-line, large and small. Also buy your 50/50 raffle tickets, and volunteer for our most important fundraiser!

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.

 

 

Rev. Bethany will be at the Big Heart Coffee shop, across the street from the church, on Wednesdays, from 10-12. All are welcome.

 

 

Interested in investing in the long-term relational health of our congregation? Save the Date for our Healthy Congregations Workshop on Saturday, March 21^st. More details forthcoming. 

 

No More Deaths/No Mas Muertes is excited to announce that critically

acclaimed author, Luis Alberto Urrea, is once again coming to Tucson to

host a fundraiser to support our work. 

Mr. Urrea is the author of TheDevil's Highway and 16 other books, which reflect his cross-cultural experiences as a Mexican-American. Born in Tijuana, Mexico to an American mother and a Mexican father, Urrea is best known as a "border writer."

The event will take place at the El Casino Ballroom, 427 E 26th Street,

on Thursday, February 13th, 2020.  A reception with the author at 5:30 p.m.

precedes the main program, which will begin at 7:00 pm. Tickets are

currently available at 

NOMOREDEATHS.BROWNPAPERTICKETS.COM at two levels: reception and program ($60) or for the program alone ($40).

 

The Unitarian Universalist Association will launch its “#UUtheVote” effort with a webcast watch party at 2 p.m., Sunday, Jan 12. UUs can counter the rise of fascism, white supremacy, militarism, and other forms of oppression at the ballot box, and an action plan to increase progressive turnout.There will be a “watch party” at 2 pm Sunday in Goddard Hall. Please join us.

CLICK HEREfor more information and to register for the UUtheVote webinar or go towww.uua.org/justice/vote2020.

UUCT contacts: Howard Tolley at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.and Carolyn Saunders atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

 

 

This march in solidarity with many across the country will start at 10 a.m., Sunday, Jan. 19 at the Arizona State Capitol in Phoenix.CLICK FOR MORE INFOor go tohttps://actionnetwork.org/events/womens-march-phoenix-2020

 

 

 

Our Second Sunday class offering this month is Paganism 101! On January 12th starting at 12:30, we will talk about all things pagan (this class is in two parts, continuing on February 9th). This is a child friendly event, but childcare is available by emailing Jamili at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to request it.

 

Join us for Imbolc Ritual on Saturday, February 1st at 6 pm.Ana Ortiz will lead us in this cross-quarter ritual. Bring a snack to share (carpet-friendly, please). This is a child friendly event, but childcare is available by emailing Jamili at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to request it.

 

I like to use Imbolc as an opportunity to do some early spring cleaning, and cleansing my space of unwanted or old energy is no exception! You can do the same, if you desire.

 

Ring a bell in the corners of your home, smudge with local dried herbs, spritz some salt water, use your besom (or any broom) to sweep the dog hair and the stale energy out the front door, and say an incantation to your own house spirits!

 

As you're cleaning, be mindful to invite in what is welcome and block out what is not. And consider donating any clothing or items you don't need to a local shelter.

 

Have a pagan tip to share? Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

All traditions welcome!

 

Southern Arizona CUUPS: A Chapter of the Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans 

Mail: Southern Arizona CUUPS c/o UUCT, 4831 E. 22nd Street, Tucson, AZ 85711

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) 

Chat group: 

Every Sunday, 12:15-1:15 p.m., Reed Room

For those experiencing a difficult time after the loss of a loved one, a pet, a job, or any other significant loss, UUCT 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.

 

Every Sunday, 9:00-10:00 a.m., Servetus Room

All UUCT members, friends and visitors are invited to attend Conversation Among Friends. Our hour-long discussion group meets every Sunday at 9 a.m. on the UUCT campus in the Servetus Room, last classroom on the southwest side, Come a bit early for socializing.Ronna James facilitates.

More information, contact Gilbert Moore, phone 520-790-7568, email at 

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The next UU Book Club will meet Thursday, Jan. 23rd at 9:30 AM , at Fellowship Square. The group is readingThe Dutch House by Ann Patchett. Everyone is welcome to attend. Contact Linda French atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.or303-621-4666 with questions or for directions to the right building.

 

We are looking for folks who are seeking new friendships, want to share ideas on Newcomer needs, and potential activities. Our next meeting is Sunday, January 26, at 12:30 p.m., in the Servetus Room. Follow up meetings will always be on the fourth Sunday of the month, although the room is subject to change. Please contact Wendy Annis if you have questions: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Winter members + visitors share a 6 pm meal Monday 1/13 in Goddard. 

RSVP to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or bring a dish unannounced. Please provide your own plates and utensils so that we do not need volunteers to do cleanup of the church’s place settings. 

TBIRD new member sign up forms are at Goddard Welcome Center. The Spring 2019 TBIRD Who’s Who Directory, posted on the UUCT website indicates arrival and departure dates, two addresses, and identifies personal interests for joint activities with others at UUCT, such as books, dining, theatre and volunteer service.  

For more information go to:

https://groups.google.com/d/forum/tbirds-uuct and subscribe if interested in regular announcements.

 

When: Fourth Fridays of the, month 4-7 pm

Date of Next Gathering: January 24. 2020

Where: On the Border, at north side of Broadway between Swan and Craycroft.

Cheap prices for food and drink. We may try other places eventually. Just show up and ask for the UU's (if questions, email 

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In this year of experimentation, 2nd Hour is one way that Rev. Bethany and I want to answer the call to offer more opportunities for adults to learn, grow, and deepen in understanding, community, connection, and service.  

 

From 12:30-1:30pm, one Sunday per month, we will offer opportunities for people of all ages to participate in community-led activities or classes. This month we are offering:

 

 

…Deepen faith …Strengthen connections …Serve community

 

Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to brainstorm ideas.

 

 

Jan. 16| 6-8pm | Goddard Hall

After a very successful first game, we will be holding another Monthly UU Role-Playing group or MUURP. Jim Myers will be running the fifth edition Dungeons & Dragons adventure: Dragon of Icespire Peak. Children as young as 12 are welcome to attend with parental supervision. Jim will provide characters for new players, but if you would like to learn to make a character, plan on coming a half hour early. Contact Jim at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with additional questions.