The Caring Circle connects members and friends of UUP with each other so that we may offer assistance in times of illness, emergency, or other transition, with the understanding that we have all had hard times at some point. If you would like occasional support like transportation, childcare, extra meals, or a friendly visitor, please … Continue reading UUP’s Caring Circle
Due to the timing of Easter (3/27) and several other congregational events, we are moving the “Fourth Sunday”conversation to Sunday, APRIL 10. On this day after the service the membership team will host a question and answer time for people who are curious about UUP. Would you like to get to know UUP better? Feel free to ask about what interests … Continue reading Conversation about UUP and Membership
Being a force for good in the world and in each other’s lives doesn’t just happen. Congregations rely on skillful leaders who know how to follow and skillful followers who know how to lead. Meaning we all have minds and hearts and hands to contribute. The word is congregations that will thrive in the future are figuring out … Continue reading Time to Learn, Time to Celebrate
Over the past five years, 21 homeless men and women in Petaluma have died outside and alone. The Committee on the Shelterless (COTS) now has an outreach specialist, Randy Clay, to build relationships with our most vulnerable neighbors and help them access treatment, medical services and housing. If you see someone you think needs help, … Continue reading A Message From COTS
This past Sunday was Easter. For most Christian churches that means the story of Jesus’ resurrection and surely there are some among us for whom that tale holds deep value. When thinking about the resurrection, I have always loved the image of the Phoenix, burning up into ash but then rising again from those ashes. It has … Continue reading Rebirth Bigger Than Me: Jim Lewis, 3/30/16
This last Sunday, NBOP and PHAT held a successful Tenant’s Action at St. Vincent’s Church. Approximately 40 people were in attendance as 4 of the 8 families being unfairly evicted from their apartments spoke about their situation. Heart wrenching stories were told and connections made when people held brief one-on-one conversations. Ingrid Larnis said “It was great to … Continue reading Tenant Action Momentum Builds
The All-Congregational Retreat is late Friday May 27 through mid-day Monday May 30, Memorial Day. It is held at the lovely Enchanted Hills Camp in the Napa hills. The retreat is a glorious time for all members and friends of UUP – of all ages – to gather for rest, rejuvenation and relaxation together, so SAVE THE DATE. We are putting … Continue reading Congregational Retreat Planning
This spring we will be working together to find a new DRE for our congregation. We are excited to begin this next chapter in RE and look forward to building on the program that Jim has so lovingly and capably lead these past four years. The hiring committee is tasked with finalizing and posting an … Continue reading Director of Religious Education Hiring Committee
The Fun and Fellowship Committee has been hard at work planning events to bring folks together! We are still working on dates and details to finalize several events, so keep an eye out in the next few weeks for new and exciting events that you won’t want to miss. Here are a few things we … Continue reading Fun and Fellowship Events
In order to help us learn about and prepare for launching UUP Chalice Circles in the fall, the Planning Team is creating pilot Chalice Circles which will meet twice a month during May and June. All are welcome to join in a pilot Chalice Circle. If you would like to participate, you’ll need to fill … Continue reading Pilot Chalice Circles Program Taking Sign-Ups Now
