After we sent out a preview of this Sunday’s service, one UUCPA member responded with this lovely idea: “Why not invite everyone who has their own chalice to bring it to church to add to the light?” She shared a story … read more.
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Bring your chalice!
January 26th, 2024 by Amy Zucker Morgenstern
New Campus Vision Co-Chair
January 25th, 2024 by webadminWe are moving along into the next phase of our Campus Vision Project, and we have exciting news–Randy Helmonds will be joining Sally as co-chair.
Randy joined our effort last fall to supervise the newly-hired Owner’s Representative, and has been active in the church in other … read more.

Spiritual Adventures In Parenting meets Sunday, Jan 21, at 11:30
January 20th, 2024 by webadminSpiritual Adventures In Parenting, UUCPA’s group for parents of children between the ages of birth and tween, meets again this Sunday, January 21, from 11:30a.m.–12:30p.m., following the church service.
We’ll gather in the Fireside Room. Childcare will be provided.
We’ll share joys and challenges from the past month. We’ll also share our questions, insights, and surprises from reading pages 95–119 in the book Chaos, Wonder, and the Spiritual Adventure of Parenting.
To learn more, email spiritualparenting@uucpa.org.

Jan 2024 Family Friendly Events @ UUCPA – Parents’ Night Out Jan 27
January 20th, 2024 by webadminSaturday January 20 – 6:00 – 8:00 pm Game Night in Room 4
Saturday January 27 – 5:00-8:00 pm Parents’ Night Out in Room 4

Weaving the Web: It’s great to be back home
January 13th, 2024 by Amy Zucker MorgensternDear UUCPA folks,
Thank you so much for the wonderful welcome back on Sunday! It had felt quite odd to have the 20th anniversary of my arrival at UUCPA (August 15) slip past while I was on sabbatical, but before I left, Brooke and I had … read more.

Second Sunday Lunch, Jan 14 – Chinese themed food
January 13th, 2024 by webadminJoin us for Second Sunday Lunch, a home-cooked, nutritious, delicious food for a very reasonable donation. We go through the buffet line in the Fireside Room and eat in the Main Hall or outdoors, weather permitting. If you’re new or visiting, be our guest.
This month is our Chinese-themed meal – freshly fried rice, and some fine selections from Costco!
Mains and sides including: Fried Brown Rice – Onion, Carrots, Peas, Tamari Sauce, Oil, egg, White Rice, Orange Chicken (contains wheat, contains dairy (whey solids)), Coconut Shrimp (DF, contains wheat), Egg Rolls (vegan, DF, contains wheat), Steamed Broccoli, Sautéed Mushrooms, Sriracha Hot Sauce (optional!)
Salad Bar including: -Baby Spinach -Romaine Lettuce -Mandarin Oranges -Slivered Almonds -Olives -Garbanzos -Red Onion
Dessert
And as always Light wheat bread, peanut butter, and jelly available on the side.
We want you to stay for lunch, and we welcome new volunteers! Come to the kitchen anytime Sunday after 9 am and we will find a job for you. Drop-in clean-up help after lunch is also welcome. Some volunteers help on most second Sundays; others help occasionally. Stop by on Sunday or contact Edie if you would like to join us in the kitchen.
Contact: Edie Keating and the Kitchen Team (food@uucpa.org)

Children’s religious education class update
January 13th, 2024 by webadminJanuary 7, 2024 will be our last Sunday of preschool – gr. 8 religious education for the 2023-2024 school year as it is now but fear not! Starting January 21, 2024, we will have two classes for religious education for children and youth at the … read more.

SciFi/Fantasy Discussion Group Next Meeting — Jan 17 –“Childhood’s End” by Arthur C. Clarke
January 13th, 2024 by webadminHello SciFi/Fantasy Fans, our next meeting is January 17, 7-8:30, on Zoom. We’ll discuss the novel Childhood’s End, by Arthur C. Clarke, a classic from 1953.
The UUCPA website has the Zoom information. All are welcome. We assume that you’ve read the book.
At the end of the meeting, we will choose a book for our March meeting.
Contact:Jane Chronis (scifi+owner@uucpa.org)

Campus Workday – Jan 6, 9-noon
January 6th, 2024 by webadminUUCPA Campus work morning on Saturday Morning, January 6, 9-12.
Join the Buildings, Grounds, and Garden team to improve UUCPA!
This month there is a door closer to install in the main hall, painting
along the edges of the benches in the main patio, and gardening.
Questions: Contact Robert Neff for questions about the workday.
— Robert Neff
robert@neffs.net

New to Meditation or Experienced? UUCPA’s Meditation Group Welcomes All
January 4th, 2024 by webadminPoet. Skeptic. Thinker. Seeker. What do you hear when you quiet your mind, engage with your breathing, and wait for the whisper of your innermost voice? Maybe you have been meaning to try meditation with a group but haven’t taken the first step. Good news … read more.