What's Happening at UUSM

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On Being a Worship Associate

October 28, 2023

Each Sunday, our Worship Associates help to make the service run like clockwork. Did you ever wonder how that happens? You are invited to find out.

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New Chalice-Shaped Planter Replaces Old Fountain in Anderson Courtyard

March 2, 2024

On a recent Sunday, Karl Lisovsky and a few willing congregants set up the new ceramic chalice-planter in Anderson Courtyard. It has already been planted to welcome us to UUSM.

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Six New Facilitators Train Up for Expanded Grade-School OWL

February 19, 2024

After many hours of training, UUSM has freshly trained OWL facilitators for the K–1 and 4–6 grade age groups (including one recent YRUU grad). And we made some great connections.

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An Update on Santa Monica Hotel Workers’ Struggle

January 30, 2024

Lend your support to the fight for living wages and fair working conditions for Santa Monica’s hotel workers.

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Solar Panels Installed at UUSM

November 27, 2023

The installation of solar panels at UUSM is the latest in a series of upgrades aimed at making the church more sustainable.

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Friendly Coffee Hour

October 5, 2023

If you enjoy the friendly conversation during coffee hour every Sunday, consider joining the team.

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March 2024 Worship Services

March 2, 2024

March’s theme: Transformation. Sunday Worship at 10:30 am: 3/3 Shivaratri (the Night of Shiva); 3/10 The Quran and Ramazan; 3/17 Communion; 3/24 TBD; 3/31 Easter. Join us!

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From Our Minister: Transforming Ourselves, Transforming the World 

March 2, 2024

Transformation is not about fixing or control or striving for perfection, but stillness, listening, and creating the space and conditions for the greater unfolding of our souls.

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March 2024 Generous Congregation Supports Planned Parenthood

March 2, 2024

At UUSM, we believe in actively opposing attacks on human reproductive rights. This month, half of our Sunday offerings will go to Planned Parenthood.

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March 2024 Adult Programs

March 1, 2024

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

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February Board Highlights

March 1, 2024

The UUSM Board of Directors met on Tuesday, February 13 to discuss and hear reports on various aspects of the church’s operations and congregational life.

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February/March Art Wall: “Moments” by Bonnie Lambert

February 7, 2024

The art wall in Forbes Hall will feature a collection of portraits by the painter Bonnie Lambert in February and March.

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Faith Forward Series Returns for 2024

January 22, 2024

What do Unitarian Universalists believe? What happens in your church community? Our Faith Forward Inquirers Series for visitors and new members will answer these questions and more.

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February 2024 Worship Services

February 2, 2024

February’s theme: Justice & Equity. Sundays 10:30 am: Feb. 4 Our Fire of Love; Feb. 11 Internal Justice; Feb. 18 The Love-Dependent Web ; Feb. 25 Our Unitarian Universalist Association. Join us!

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UUSM NEWS TEAM

Managing Editor: Pam Teplitz
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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.