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Every Saturday at 4 pm, and every Wednesday at 12 noon, something special happens in this Zoom room. A small group of people contemplates a short passage together. Some of the texts are from traditional scriptures such as the Bible or the Dhammapada, others … read more.

Dear UUCPA folks,

It was such a pleasure last week to see Cat on our campus and how warmly she was greeted. In keeping with the theme of tomorrow’s service, joy and sorrow are intermixed. I’m excited to get to know this new colleague better and … read more.

Samhain (or All Hallows’ Day) is the Pagan root of Halloween. This holiday honors our ancestors and loved ones who have passed. We will have hearty food (as we recover from so much Halloween sugar!) and some beautiful rituals commemorating those who are no longer … read more.

All kids are invited to wear their Halloween costume! After Sunday school is over, we’ll have our annual Halloween parade. Please gather on the patio. The middle school teens will serve as judges and give out an award to every costume; in the past, these … read more.

Midweek meditation: from fear to fulfillment

Thanks to the creativity and drive of UUCPA member Randy Helmonds, we will be hosting the Blood Donation Olympics on Saturday, October 26. I want to share my story with you.

In my family, donating blood has always been one … read more.