Rev. Dan’s Writing
From the Associate Minister of RE – Rev. Dan Harper
Buy Fair Trade Chocolate for Halloween
Are you planning to hand out chocolate this Halloween? Did you know that some well-known chocolate brands purchase their chocolate from farms and plantations that use child or slave labor? And some other brands choose to look the other way or don’t track their ingredient sourcing carefully. Buying Fair Trade chocolate is a good way to support growers who are not using child or slave labor. Please ...Starting Point: A Group for Newcomers – begins Sept 28, 2025
Welcome to UUCPA! We’re glad you’re here. We want to get to know you and share the gifts of Unitarian Universalism. In this 4-week group, we’ll practice deep listening, share our own values and histories, and explore all that UUCPA offers. Our curriculum is called “Starting Point,” and each session features readings, sharing circles, and ...Forum Topics for October, 2025
The Forum meets from 8:30 to 10 am on Sunday mornings. Here are the Forum topics for October 2025: 10/5 AI and American National Security (Great Decisions) – Susan Owicki 10/12 Experiencing the Resonant Reading Group – Ann Zeise 10/19 Inspiring Quotes and Sayings – Dick Duda 10/26 Discussion of Matters of Current Local, National, & International Interest, & ...Circle Suppers
Have fun and make new connections at an informal potluck Circle Supper this fall hosted at a UUCPA member’s home! There is still availability at the last 3 supper dates in October and November. Use this Circle Supper sign-up form to choose a supper that works for you. The host will contact you to confirm ...Want to help humanitarian efforts in Gaza?
Folks at the Action Council table will show you how to support groups working to improve conditions for people in Gaza. Look for the table on the patio after the service. We will be highlighting (and encouraging UUs to contribute to) these non-profits: Redwood City based Rebuilding Alliance (https://www.rebuildingalliance.org/), currently working to supply food specifically for ...