I have always loved Advent. Maybe not as much as Katie Resendiz does, but that’s a high bar. While I am not necessarily waiting for the birth of a messiah, I love the idea of anticipation, waiting for something to be born, and the holiness of the wait. It reminds me of the sweet memories

This is the first week in Advent in the Christian calendar. For the last three years, I have preached on Advent because we were still in the time of the Pandemic and therefore, still in the time of waiting, which is what Advent celebrates. This year, the pandemic still exists (Karen had COVID two weeks

Joys and Sorrows is one of the most sacred times in our worship service. It is a time when the abstract hurts and happiness can be stated out loud within the community. They are ways for us to provide support, celebrate and connect. They are poignant reminders that–any given week–we are each holding concerns, heartbreak,

Recently, the Early Education Cooperative (EEC) Preschool, the school that is on our campus, let us know that they would not be renewing their lease with UUCP. The preschool was founded by UUCP 62 years ago and was owned and operated by UUCP until 2015. Since then, they have functioned as renters while they’ve figured

It’s time! It’s finally here! The UUCP auction is legendary for its laughter, its creativity and it’s fun! Whether you have been at UUCP for decades or whether you are brand new, we hope you will come out and gather for this special event. Who knows, maybe you want to bid on selecting a topic

The Ministerial Discretionary Fund is one of the tools I use as a Minister to help this congregation.  Sometimes I have referred to it as our own “internal redistribution of wealth.” It has helped congregants pay bills, get out of tough spots and, during the pandemic, receive a meal from a delivery service. It is