All Website Updates from UUSS

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All Website Updates from UUSS

March 6, 2020

From the UUA: Preparing For Coronavirus In Your Congregation

The recent rise of a new strain of coronavirus weighs heavy on our hearts and minds. Many of you are thinking about how you can support …

March 6, 2020

Spring Forward 1 Hour Saturday Night!

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Set your clocks ahead, as Daylight Saving Time starts at 2 AM March 8. Don’t be late to the 10:30 service or to Sunday Morning Spiritual Practices (this Sunday it’s …

March 5, 2020

Alliance program POSTPONED

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Sorry, but the Alliance program WILL NOT take place this Thursday, March 12. We will try to find a later date when renowned Sacramento artist Anthony Montanino and documentary film …

March 4, 2020

Saturday Stitcher and Crafters this Saturday!

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Thank you all for RSVPing! We have a great group coming! See you Saturday from 10 -1 in the Library!

March 4, 2020

Focus, Function, Future, Fun!

What a dynamic time in which we live! St. Patrick’s Day is upon us and being a descendant of the Mahaney/Lynch clan, it is one of …

March 4, 2020

Another Farewell, with Deep Gratitude

After five wonderful, rewarding, delightful, productive, meaningful years as your Music Director, I shall retire on Father’s Day 2020. Serving you all has been a capstone …

March 2, 2020

I Can Hardly Wait…

…to see the next Stewardship Beanstalk! Before this past Sunday, we had “seedling” pledges for next year totaling about $54,000, as shown by the colored leaf on …

March 2, 2020

Will you be meeting with Saturday Stitchers this weekend?

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Hello All you Fabulous Crafters! This Saturday is going to be a busier Saturday than normal! Saturday Stitchers and Crafters from 10am – 1pm and the Auction from 5pm – …

March 1, 2020

Sci Fi movie: 3/8/20 “The Thirteenth Floor” 1:00 p.m. Sunday March 8

Visions of the Future: Science Fiction Films as Prophecy This month’s movie is “The Thirteenth Floor”. Join us on Sunday, March 8, 1:00 p.m. in the UUSS …

February 28, 2020

Chalice Camp 2020

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Chalice Camp, a full day camp for children entering the first through 6th grades, is coming to UUSS July 6-10, 2020. We are excited to offer a new Chalice Camp …

February 28, 2020

Family Ministry Events

The Family Ministry Team is hosting a family friendly concert after church on Sunday, March 29. Stay after the service to enjoy some music that day.

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February 28, 2020

March 13th Ukulele Strum Along

The ukulele group will have it’s first monthly Ukulele Strum-Along on March 13th at 7 PM in the library. Everyone is welcome; new ukulele player and those …

February 26, 2020

A Time to Thrive: Leading in Love

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March is Stewardship Season. It’s the month when we make our pledges of monetary support to UUSS for the next budget year. The Stewardship goal is an overall increase of …

February 26, 2020

TED Talk – Power of Vulnerability

On Tuesday March 10th, come to the Welcome Hall at 7:00 p.m for TED Talk video presentation on The Power of Vulnerability. Brené Brown studies human …

February 23, 2020

Stewardship Kick-off March 1

Leading in Love: A Time to Thrive! Join us to hear an inspirational message from Guest Preacher Rev. Dr. Abhi Janamanchi to launch our Spring Stewardship …

February 23, 2020

Beautiful Day!

A record UUSS Walking Boots turnout of 29 humans (one not yet walking) and 5 dogs enjoyed a lovely Saturday morning walk on the Dry Creek …

February 19, 2020

2020 YRUUP Election Con Photos

February 19, 2020

Pedaling in February

Nathan and Ashley served 26 people experiencing homelessness on Saturday, 2/15. Last Saturday, we covered our route in the McKinley Park area. There was a children’s …

February 16, 2020

Feb 22 Dry Creek Parkway Hike

Easy 4 mile walk on Dry Creek Parkway Bike Trail in Rio Linda. Very pretty rural hike. This is a dog-friendly trail (on leash). Meet at …

February 13, 2020

Audience Highly Recommends “Confirmation”

Mr. Babka, an audience member, raves about “Confirmation:” “The new play by Lonon Smith here in Sacramento: a 1st rate show with well-defined, imperfect characters who …

February 12, 2020

“I Love the Rose”

“Because the rose must fade, shall I not love the rose that blooms a fragrant death, to live beyond its breath? Because the sunset sky will …

February 11, 2020

All Ages Camp Registration begins Sunday March 1

Yes the weather is GOOD and it’s time to register for All Ages Camp! The dates are June 12 to 14 … this is NOT Father’s day weekend. As one …

February 11, 2020

Theater One “Roe” Auditions February 18 & 20

Theater One announces auditions for the upcoming production of “Roe” by award-winning playwright, Lisa Loomer, which will be held February 18th and callbacks on the 20th, 7-9 pm in the Main Hall. Theater …

February 10, 2020

Stewardship / Annual Pledging

Calling All Cookie Bakers

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On March 1, we will celebrate the kick-off of the Stewardship campaign by offering home baked, heart shaped sugar cookies to match our theme. We are looking for a few …

February 8, 2020

Service Auction

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Auction less than a month away. Donations accepted, tickets on sale, and volunteers needed

The 2020 service auction is just around the corner. Donations close on February 16th so donate now! Tickets are on sale for the delicious PanAsian dinner. …

February 4, 2020

Theater One

Theater One Production “Confirmation” Opens Friday!

“Confirmation,” a romantic comedy written and directed by UUSS member Lonon Smith is Theater One’s newest production opening this Friday, February 7 at 8 p.m. in the …

February 3, 2020

Walkin' Boots

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Foggy hike along Sacramento River

8 UUSS hikers enjoyed a very misty hike on January 25. Scenery of interest included many large MacMansions along the way and the lovely poetry and …

February 1, 2020

Family Ministry Events

SCREENAGERS: Friday, Feb. 7 – 6:00 p.m.

Buy tickets HERE! We are thrilled to present SCREENAGERS: Growing Up in the Digital Age, a documentary about the biggest parenting issue of our time. Are …

January 31, 2020

UU Beginning Ukers

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Ukulele Group Moving to Monthly

The ukulele group will be ending its weekly Thursday afternoon sessions and moving to a regular once a month Friday evening Sing-Along event. February 6th will …

January 30, 2020

Theater One

Theater One “Roe” Auditions February 18

Theater One announces auditions for the upcoming production of “Roe” by award-winning playwright, Lisa Loomer, which will be held February 18th and callbacks on the 20th, …

January 29, 2020

Mercy Pedalers

Mercy Pedalers featured on TV

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“Rob on the Road” on PBS KVIE this week featured the “moving ministry” of Mercy Pedalers in Sacramento. Our growing UUSS team of Pedalers provides a ministry of presence to …

January 27, 2020

UU Saturday Stitchers

Saturday Stitchers and Crafters This Saturday

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This Saturday! February 1st, already! We had SUCH a grand turnout last month… Thanks to everyone who joined in the fun. This month we will be in the LIBRARY. If we …

January 24, 2020

Walkin' Boots

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Saturday 1/25 hike on Sacramento River Bike Trail at Garcia Bend Park

Join us for an easy 4 mile walk. Meet at 9:00 am at UUSS to carpool or 9:30 at Garcia Bend.

January 23, 2020

Theater One

New Theater One Play “Confirmation” Opens February 7

Theater One’s first production of 2020, “Confirmation” was written and is directed by UUSS member Lonon Smith. “Confirmation” opens Friday, February 7 at 8 p.m. in the Fahs …

January 22, 2020

Earth Justice Ministry

Speaker Dr. Tom Suchanek Feb. 16 – 1:00PM

Climate Crisis Dr. Tom Suchanek, UC Davis Professor will talk on the Urgency for Solutions Sunday 1-3 PM Feb.16, in the Main Hall

January 22, 2020

UUSS Misc.

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501(c)3 and Elections: What Your Congregation Needs to Know

From the UUA: Hello! My name is Davis Senseman (they/them, she/her), and I am honored to be supporting the important work of UU the Vote by …

January 22, 2020

Environmental Justice Committee

Volunteer 30 minutes for great community result?

Interested in a short time commitment for great community results? Limited time only. For the next four Sundays, we really just need 1-3 people to collect …

January 22, 2020

Environmental Justice Committee

County EJ Survey Extended to January 30 @ Noon

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What are your priorities for Environmental Justice next year? Take the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DQ7BS2C December 17, 2019, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors adopted their Environmental Justice Element. The County is …

January 19, 2020

All Ages Camp

All Ages Camp Registration Volunteers We need YOU!

Greetings CAMPERS. Happy New Year! Yes we will be camping before you know it! Our All Ages Camp is scheduled for June 12th to the 14th. …

January 19, 2020

Family Ministry Events

Spiritually Guiding our Children free workshop March 15

An event sponsored by the UUSS FAMILY MINISTRY TEAM A free reflective and insightful workshop for parents and guardians of children in all age groups Sunday …