Jan 152017
 
 January 15, 2017

A few people complained, jokingly, that the music and sermons are too good and there was no parking left when they got to church today. We did have a big crowd, and I heard much gratitude for Lucy’s MLK sermon on courage. It was great to hear the choir again after my two months away!

Jan 152017
 
 January 15, 2017
Fourteen UUs Helping Heal The American River Parkway

When leaving home Saturday morning to help clean up the UU mile of the American River Parkway I was in bright sunshine, but upon arrival at our meeting place, there was only fog… until the thirteen delightful people below showed up with enough sunshine in their attitudes to light up the UU mile!  In the

Jan 142017
 
 January 14, 2017

Religious Education After the first 15 minutes of the service, Rev. Roger will be departing with our kids, youth and adult volunteers to visit Religious Education! This Sunday we have a full program for children and youth, with new volunteer leaders in the Senior High Youth Group and Spirit Play and continuing volunteers in the

Jan 102017
 
 January 10, 2017
MULTIKULTI: Introduction to Multicultural Awareness

The workshop “MULTIKULTI: Introduction to Multicultural Awareness” will be held on Saturday, January 21, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Registration is a sliding scale from $40-$60, lunch included.  Led by Mtuaswa Anthony Johnson, a Starr King ministry student visiting and volunteering in our congregation this year.  Advance registration required at the Adult Enrichment table. Scholarships

Jan 092017
 
 January 9, 2017
UUSS is joining BLM in their Reclaim MLK March

UUSS is joining the Black Lives Matter Sacramento Chapter in their Reclaim MLK March to eliminate racism & white supremacy, capitalism, patriarchy, heteronormativity, homelessness, poverty, and fascism. When: Monday, January 16th, 2017 Where: Safeway on Alhambra to the State Capitol Time: Meet at 9:30 am Address: 1025 Alhambra Blvd. Join us and bring a friend!

Jan 092017
 
 January 9, 2017
A Religious Educator's New Year's Prayer

Posted by the UUA. Written by: Natalie Fenimore You know that you might really be praying all the time: May the story you have chosen be the right one to bring the word to life. May the volunteers share their inner light. May the children be safe and loved. Here – Everywhere – Always – We pray

Jan 082017
 
 January 8, 2017
Sunday!  And my whereabouts this week

It was great to get so many hugs today and last Sunday after my return.  I thought we’d have a small turnout this morning because of the rain, but many folks floated in to church.  There was a good handful of kids and youth in every program in Religious Education, not to mention gifted and

Jan 052017
 
 January 5, 2017

  A Saturday Morning Retreat with Rev. David Scheuneman, UU Spiritual Director hosted by Rev. Roger Jones Saturday, January 28, 2017, 8:15 AM – 1:00 PM, at 2425 Sierra Blvd., Classroom 7/8 Arrival, coffee & tea at 8:15, program starts at 8:45 sharp Graceful exits provided if you need to leave early   ·       A

Jan 042017
 
 January 4, 2017

The holidays have come and gone. I don’t know about you but I am so excited about this year. Full of possibilities! I “possibly” can’t decide which new project to start first! Bring whatever project you would like to work on and the tools you need. Bring your “show and tells” to share with the