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Dining for Dollars: Another Successful Year

April 6, 2026

Dining for Dollars fills an important role in the church community by promoting community engagement while at the same time making money for our beloved UUSM.

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April 2026 Board Meeting Highlights

May 11, 2026

The Board of Directors of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Santa Monica met on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, via Zoom.

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May 2026 Worship Services

May 14, 2026

May Ministry theme: Awakening Curiosity. Join us for Sunday services 10:30 am. May 3: Awakening Curiosity. May 10: Living Love; May 17: Enlivening Spirit; May 24: What’s That? May 31: Flower Communion.

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From Our Minister: Awakening Curiosity 

May 12, 2026

We mark this transitional time by emphasizing a ministry of presence, celebrating accomplishments, saying our many goodbyes, and preparing for the arrival of your settled minister!

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Green Living Fair + Vegan/Veggie Potluck

May 5, 2026

Our annual Green Living Fair + Vegan/Veggie Potluck was held May 3. Green Living Committee members provided information and encouragement to everyone in our UUSM community for living more sustainably through their example and experience.

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What’s Happening in CYRE in May 2026?

May 5, 2026

Here’s news about what’s coming up for Children & Youth RE this Sunday and beyond.

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May 2026 Generous Congregation Contributions Support CLUE

May 5, 2026

We come together for more than ourselves. This month, half of our Sunday offerings will go to CLUE to help support those least protected in our economy, low-wage workers and immigrants.

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From Our President: May Reflections

May 4, 2026

April was AMAZING! It was exciting to be part of our community in April. The excitement will continue as we proceed to the end of the church year.

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May 2026 Lifelong Learning

May 1, 2026

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

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Candidating Week Calendar of Meetings and Events with Rev. Diana

April 17, 2026

Check out all of opportunities to connect with Rev. Diana during Candidating Week.

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March 2026 Board Highlights

April 16, 2026

The Board of Directors of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Santa Monica met on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, via Zoom. Board members attending included President Vilma Ortiz, Vice President Karl…

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Now More Than Ever! UUSM 26-27 Stewardship Campaign continues through April 19

April 15, 2026

In this annual stewardship campaign, we are honoring our past, celebrating the present, and preparing to write the next chapter of our noble congregation with a solid foundation.

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From Our President: April Reflections

April 3, 2026

The world may be falling apart but UUSM is thriving! We are part of a community built on love, commitment, and service. We stand up for justice and speak up against injustices.

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April 2026 Worship Services

April 3, 2026

April Ministry theme: Embracing Possibility. Join us for Sunday services 10:30 am. April 5: Our Easter Celebration. April 12: Earth Day Celebration. April 19 and 26: Meet our Ministerial Candidate — and vote!

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Managing Editor: Pam Teplitz
Editors: Barbara Andres, Sheila Cummins, Elizabeth Fuller, Joyce Holmen, James Witker
Photography: Roy Patience, Carol Ring, Cassie Winters, Greg Wood
Website Administrators: Elizabeth Fuller, Pam Teplitz

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