Rev. Dan’s Writing
From the Associate Minister of RE – Rev. Dan Harper
UUCPA Campus Closures during the Campus Vision Remodel
This regular announcement describes the current closures and cautions on campus, as construction begins on our Campus Vision remodel project . Current status on closures can also be found here on the church website. FOR YOUR SAFETY AT ALL TIMES, PLEASE RESPECT BARRIERS AND SIGNAGE ON CAMPUS. As of 11/1/25, there are NO current closures on campus. CURRENT ...What a great auction — thank you!
Our auction party took place on November 15, 2025, and it was a tremendous success thanks to the incredible generosity of our community. Whether you donated items, contributed your time, or gave financial support—thank you. We are deeply grateful. This year we even surpassed our fundraising goal, something we haven’t achieved in many years. Your contributions ...Undie Sunday Coming Up Soon!
Our 2025 Undie Sunday drive will take place in early December again this year. Financial donations will be accepted from December 1 through December 14. Donation boxes for physical items will be available in the lobby on two Sundays: December 7 and 14. A list of requested items will be available on December 1 on the ...Become an OWL Facilitator – Jan 9 – 11 in Person Training at UUCPA
Help our youth grow with courage and care! Train as an Our Whole Lives (OWL) facilitator for Grades 7–9 and 10–12 And you’ll also be certified to teach the younger levels (K–1 and 4–6). Become a trusted guide for conversations about values, identity, and healthy relationships. Email Cat for more information: revcat@uucpa.orgAutumn’s Turn: Remembering, Reflecting, and Giving Thanks — Rev. Peter Farriday
In 1991, Halloween was approaching in my home town of St. Paul, Minnesota. Just as when I was young kids were eager to don their costumes, fill their bags with treats, then head to the local park for a neighborhood get-together. There they could warm up with free hot chocolate from massive stainless-steel urns, which ...