In the book, The Color of Law author Richard Rothstein explored the history of how government at all levels created residential segregation. Now he and his daughter, Leah Rothstein, have written a sequel entitled Just Action: Challenging the Segregation Enacted Under the Color of Law which will help us … read more.
Category Justice News
You Are Invited! Housing Segregation Book Talk, Oct 26 in San Mateo
October 20th, 2023 by webadmin
A Note of Gratitude from our Justice Partner, American Muslim Voice
September 20th, 2023 by webadminDear Peace Partners, speakers, performers, and volunteers,
I thank you so much for your partnership in creating such a beautiful memorable event on Monday night. The audience thoroughly enjoyed our Multifaith Peace Picnic and Prayer Service to honor 9/11 victims.We have enjoyed your partnership for over … read more.
Join Others from UUCPA on Coastal Cleanup Day with Grassroots Ecology – Sept 23
September 16th, 2023 by webadmin
Summer 2023 Action Council Update
August 19th, 2023 by webadminThe mission of the UUCPA Action Council is to empower the congregation to take action for social and environmental justice in the larger community, in accordance with our Unitarian Universalist principles and our congregational commitment to transforming ourselves, each other, and the world. We want … read more.
Action Council to Co-Sponsor October Author Event
August 19th, 2023 by webadminThe Action Council recently voted to co-sponsor an author event in October on the topic of systemic racism and how to undo it. The event will take place on the evening of October 26 at the Congregational Church of San Mateo and will feature Richard … read more.
UUCPA co-sponsors interfaith booth at the 2023 Silicon Valley Pride Festival!
August 12th, 2023 by webadminThis year our congregation is part of an informal group of faith organizations that organize an interfaith welcome booth at the festival each year. With the rise of anti-LGBTQ+ hate, our presence at the festival is needed more than ever! To demonstrate our active support this … read more.
Action Council Table Returns in August!
August 5th, 2023 by webadminThe Action Council will be staffing a table on the patio on August 6, 13, and 20, so please stop by and visit us there before or after the Sunday service. We will be sharing information and volunteer opportunities for two important local events:
LifeMoves Ride … read more.
Living Our UUCPA Values
July 22nd, 2023 by webadminIf you have recently attended a Sunday service, you know that the ministers and worship associates have begun opening the services with an updated “Land Acknowledgement”, recognizing that we gather on land formerly occupied by indigenous peoples. The last part of that acknowledgment says the … read more.
Help LifeMoves Move More Lives!
June 10th, 2023 by webadminOur Christmas Eve Justice Partner, LifeMoves, is requesting participation in this year’s Ride to End Homelessness, which will raise funds for housing and supportive services that benefit our neighbors experiencing homelessness.
The ride will be on Saturday, August 26, 2023, starting at the VMware Campus in Palo Alto. You … read more.
SB 4 Affordable Housing on Faith and Education Lands Act formally endorsed by UUCPA
May 27th, 2023 by webadminAt its May 24 meeting the Board of Trustees formally approved sending a letter to the California Legislature on behalf of UUCPA in support of Senate Bill 4: Affordable Housing on Faith and Education Lands Act of 2023. That letter was submitted today! SB 4 … read more.