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New Chronic Pain Support Group – starting Oct 6

September 14th, 2024 by

Are you living with chronic pain and inflammation? If you’re navigating painful chronic illnesses like autoimmune, joint issues, GI issues, long-COVID, we invite you to join us for a monthly support group. We’ll start with an introduction, asks, and a different topic for each month. Childcare will be provided. 

Time:  First Sunday of … read more.

Get-Out-the-Vote Letter Parties at Sven’s or Anne’s

September 14th, 2024 by

Join Sven or Anne (or other nearby Democracy Lovers) to write Get-Out-The-Vote (GOTV) letters! These GOTV letters increase the participation of historically underrepresented communities in swing states and districts: people of color, women, young voters, and more. “UU the Vote” has been partnering with Vote Forward … read more.

Three great weekends at UUCPA

September 14th, 2024 by

We have three exciting weekends coming up!

This Sunday, September 15, is the UUCPA Activity Fair. Stroll from table to table, snacking and learning about the many groups and activities from the people who know them best: the ones who enjoy them right now. Two dozen … read more.

Join us for the UUCPA Activity Fair on Sept 15

September 14th, 2024 by

Are you looking to get more involved in the UUCPA community? Whether you’re new or a long-time member, the Activity Fair on Sunday, September 15th, after service is the perfect opportunity to explore ways to connect. Representatives from a variety of UUCPA small groups, committees, … read more.

Neighboring Faiths for Adults begins Sept. 18

September 14th, 2024 by

It’s here! One of our regular educational programs for middle schoolers is Neighboring Faith Communities, a mix of experiential and discussion-based learning about a few of the many religious communities of our area. This year, we are pioneering an intergenerational version, and the first adult … read more.

Empty Nest Parent Group Resumes Oct 6

September 13th, 2024 by

Please note that Empty Nest will not meet on the 15th this month. It will meet on October 6 instead.

Silicon Valley Pride Interfaith Booth Success!

September 7th, 2024 by

This year UUCPA once again co-sponsored an interfaith booth at the August Silicon Valley Pride Festival in San Jose.  Six members of UUCPA volunteered at this event, and two of those six were also on the planning team.   Over 1000 people interacted with the booth … read more.

Transforming Hearts Collective to present webinars on building trans safety and justice

September 6th, 2024 by

Four years ago, many of us participated in Trans Experience and Spirituality, which incorporated sessions of the “Trans Inclusion in Congregations” program created by the Transforming Hearts Collective. Now the Transforming Hearts Collective is offering two webinars on building trans justice and … read more.

Weaving the Web: To Call a Minister

August 31st, 2024 by

Dear UUCPA folks,

Can you believe Rev. Cat has only been at UUCPA for two years? The stories she brings to every service, the Game Nights and Parents’ Nights Out that build community, the family chapel services, and the kind, wise presence she brings to her … read more.

Forum Topics for September, 2024

August 24th, 2024 by

The Forum meets from 8:30 to 10 am on Sunday mornings. Here are the Forum topics for September 2024:

9/1    Great Decisions – Understanding Indonesia – Susan Owicki

9/8    Wrecking Crew: dismantling the government – General discussion

9/15  Why Experts Should Answer to the Amateurs – … read more.