January 11: UUA/UUSM Common Read, On Repentance and Repair
The challenge of apologizing and forgiving is one that is at a high water mark in our culture right now. Our Common Read this year will be “On Repentance and Repair” by Danya Ruttenberg.
MORE...Camp de Benneville Pines Is Alive and Well (and Needs Your Support)
After the most recent wildfire, here’s good news about Camp de Benneville Pines. UUSM members regularly enjoy a family weekend at camp in the San Bernardino National Forest.
MORE...Who are the Tongva and Why Do We Acknowledge Them in Our UUSM Services?
“Our church and the homes of most of our members are on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Tongva people, who continue to live here and who cared for these lands for thousands of years.”
MORE...Scammers at it Again – This Time with Fake Texts to Church Members
Today, we’ve been alerted to a new phishing attack targeting church members, this time using text messages that appear to be from Rev. Jeremiah.
MORE...October Board Highlights
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Santa Monica Board of Directors held its monthly meeting on Tues, Oct 8, to discuss topics affecting church operations and finances.
MORE...Welcome New UUSM Members!
Fifteen new members were officially welcomed at a ceremony during the Sunday service on October 13. Reach out and get to know them.
MORE...Animal Ministry Hosts Monthly Table
Our UUSM Animal Ministry group will be available monthly to chat about specific animal welfare topics. Our first theme will be Companion Animals.
MORE...Chalice Circle begins Wednesday, November 20, at 7 pm on Zoom
Meeting monthly on Zoom in a Chalice Circle with 8 to 10 others offers an opportunity for deep listening and intimate sharing, deepening relationships with others in our UUSM community.
MORE...November 2024 Worship Services
November’s Ministry theme: Repair. Join us at 10:30 am for Sunday Worship: Nov. 3: Singing for Democracy; Nov. 10 Keep Going; Nov. 17 Developmental Ministry Roadmap & Goals; Nov. 24 Thanksgiving/Thanksgrieving.
MORE...From Our Minister: Living Love Through the Practice of Repair
Our tradition’s foundations of courage, hope, reason, and inclusive democratic process remind us never to resign ourselves to despair.
MORE...CYRE Fun in October and Plans for November
Children & Youth RE had a great October with fun events that emphasized our values of pluralism and interdependence by celebrating two different holidays – Sukkot and Día de Muertos!
MORE...November 2024 Adult Programs
Come, come, whoever you are! Welcome to an exciting journey of questioning, challenging, and celebrating life’s mysteries and wonders.
MORE...Special Soulful Sundown: Ticket to Ride!
Special November 17th Soulful Sundown event: potluck and conversation at 6 PM in Forbes, followed by a concert by local Beatles tribute band, Ticket to Ride, in the Sanctuary.
MORE...From Our President: November Thoughts
With Election Day upon us, I’ve been reflecting on the role of our community in my life, and in civic life. UUSM has been a great source of comfort and purpose for me for a decade.
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