What's Happening at UUSM

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From Our Minister: A Vulnerable Heart

March 3, 2023

Springtime is on the horizon even as the cool weather and heavy rains of the winter make it seem otherwise. This is also our stewardship season, a time when we recommit to supporting our beloved community.

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Rev. Jeremiah to be part of Empowering Women panel discussion

March 17, 2023

Rev. Jeremiah is participating in a panel discussion, “Interdisciplinary Perspective on How to Empower Women,” presented by the Beverly Hills Bar Association, on Wednesday, March 29, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm.

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March 2023 Adult Programs

March 1, 2023

Come, come, whoever you are! Welcome to an exciting journey of questioning, challenging, and celebrating life’s mysteries and wonders.

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Special Congregational Meeting Passes Refreshed Bylaws

March 4, 2023

It was a turning point on February 26, 2023, when we passed our refreshed bylaws and name change at the Special Congregational Meeting.

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Gratitude for the Many Hands Needed to Pass Our Refreshed Bylaws

February 28, 2023

We passed our refreshed by-laws at the Special Congregational Meeting on February 26, 2023. Thank you to so many people who made this all possible.

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UUSM News Team Seeks Writers and Editors

March 2, 2023

Are you interested in making things happen here? The UUSM News Team needs writers and editors to help keep new folks and members in touch with what’s happening at 18th and Arizona.

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Hike to King Gillette Ranch on Saturday, March 25 at 9 am

February 18, 2023

We will meet on Saturday, March 25 at 9 am to carpool to King Gillette Ranch in the heart of the Santa Monica Mountains.

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The Story of a Banner

March 4, 2023

Maybe you’ve noticed that a new banner graces the front of our church, a lovely and colorful vertical beauty that says All Are Welcome. 

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UUSM Gets Official “Good Trouble” Status

February 10, 2023

UUSM has earned the status of being a “Good Trouble” congregation, thanks to our work with UU the Vote on the 2022 election. 

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January 2023 Board Highlights

February 8, 2023

The UUSM Board of Directors held its first monthly meeting of 2023 on Tuesday, January 10, to hear updates on various aspects of the church’s operations and activities.

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Youth RE Events: The Path of Love

February 6, 2023

A look back at recent Youth RE activities and a look ahead at the plans for February and beyond. Games, snow, soup, Valentines, singing, sharing, loving… Join in the fun!

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Arizona Lobby Repair Project: February Update

February 3, 2023

The framing work has begun and January’s rains didn’t prevent our project from moving forward. We’ve also met our goal for a matching grant from the Spirit Level Foundation!

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Exploring Mysticism and Spiritual Practice

February 19, 2023

In an increasingly fragmented, deeply wounded world, we are in greater need of the sacred unity and selfless kindness that mysticism tends to cultivate in one’s being and behavior.

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The Westside Food Bank Loves UUSM

January 11, 2023

UUSM has been collecting food to donate to the Westside Food Bank for decades. On our most recent trip to the Food Bank’s Westside warehouse, we received profuse thanks and the appeal to “Keep It Coming!”

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UUSM NEWS TEAM

Managing Editor: Pam Teplitz
Editors: Barbara Andres, Sheila Cummins, Elizabeth Fuller, Joyce Holmen, Lois Hutchinson, Pam Teplitz
Photography: Carol Ring, Roy Patience
Staff Liaison: Esther Chase
Website Administrators: Elizabeth Fuller, Pam Teplitz

Please contact the News Team to submit articles. Members can contact the UUSM office to submit material for the Thursday Announcements.