This Sunday, March 17:
Service at 10:30 am:
Sermon by Rev Jay Wolin
In world affairs we see how fear can lead to cycles of violence. Every day on the news or in the paper we read items that can make us fearful. How do we balance fear and courage? How do we reduce the level of toxicity that fear creates in our environment? Since next weekend is Purim, I will also explore the Hebrew Scriptures, “Book of Esther” and how it relates to this topic in our current environment. Click on the image to view the live stream...
Religious Education for Children and Youth at 10:30 am:
Holi- The Festival of Colors-
Transforming ignorance into knowledge After the Time for All Ages in the Service, our children and youth will explore how transformation occurs in the Hindu spring Festival of Holi. Children should wear clothing that you don't mind getting paint on! NURSERY CARE IS PROVIDED FOR INFANTS TO 5 Years Questions? Contact Catherine Bonner at catherinebuucs@gmail.com Sign-up for our Religious Education Newsletter. Forum at 9:15 am:
Ukraine Images by Allan Mestel
“Devastation and resilience, destruction and the seeds of hope” are words Sarasota Magazine has used to describe local photographer Allan Mestel’s images from Ukraine during the war that continues there today. He will join us at Forum to talk about his photographs and experiences there. His exhibit, “Ukraine Images,” opens in our Lexow Art Gallery on March 17. Presenter, Allan Mestel; Moderator, Don Diddams; Zoom Host, Marie Keeney. Meditation groups meet at 3 and 7 pm (details below) Upcoming Events 10 Days of Anti-Racism Education and Action
SRQ Strong's March 12 workshop in our sanctuary was one of ten local events being held from March 11 through 21, . Read more... New Art Exhibit in our Gallery
" Portrait Ukraine" by photographer Allan Mestel "...documenting history and revealing the truth about the war’s impact on Ukraine and its people." Opening Reception after the service, Sunday, March 17th -- Evening reception Friday, March 22nd, 5 to 7 PM On Exhibit through April 18th. Read more... Call to Artists -- UU of Sarasota Members Spring Art Show
in the Lexow Gallery April 21 through May 15. Submissions due April 8th. Click here for Details! Jazz at Two on Fridays
The Jazz Club of Sarasota holds their weekly concerts in our sanctuary from 2 to 4 pm most Fridays through May 3. Upcoming musicians include Rodney Rojas, James Suggs, Fred Johnson, Mark Moultrup, Luca Stine and Scott Wright. Read more... Adult Program Highlights Use the link in the black Navigation Bar at the top to learn more about our Adult Programs
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We have no creed, but we do strongly encourage everyone to treat each other with respect. We are affirming and promoting the inherent worth and dignity of every person. We are a Welcoming Congregation, celebrating and affirming the active presence here of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and heterosexual members and friends, and their families.
We are a Green Congregation, promoting respect for the interdependent web of all existence. Learn more about our UU Green Team.
Lynching Memorial draws crowd
A full sanctuary of people with overflow in the Reeb and Lexow rooms celebrated the installation of a marker honoring local victims of lynching. Read more... Quick Links Click here to log into Breeze, our church directoryCongregational Conversations Our next Congregational Conversation will be on the third Sunday immediately following the Service. The topic will be: Our Vision and Mission. The Board of Trustees meets at 7 pm on the third Tuesday of the month. Read the latest minutes at Members Corner. The current year budget can be found in the Members Corner.
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UUs In the News:
Wolin, Raushenbush editorial published Our minister teamed up with Rev. Paul Raushenbush in a guest editorial on behalf of defending our liberties and democracy, published in the February 12 edition of the Sarasota Herald-Tribune. Read the editorial here... Unitarian Universalists of Sarasota adopt 8th Principle
At a Congregational Meeting, 81.7% of our voting members decided to change our name to Unitarian Universalists of Sarasota. Adopting the 8th Principle was approved by 87.0%. Updating signs, letterheads, logo, bylaws, etc will follow. |
Unitarian Universalist Association News
The Proposed Revisions to Article 2 of the UUA bylaws which includes our Associations Purposes, Principles and Sources will be voted on at our next all-virtual General Assembly of the UUA in June 2024. Our congregation is holding discussions on these changes in our Love is at the Center workshop and in congregational conversations.
Learn more about the proposed changes HERE and voice your comments/ approval at the various congregational meetings.
Learn more about the proposed changes HERE and voice your comments/ approval at the various congregational meetings.
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Welcoming Congregation Our church is a safe space for g/l/b/t persons. We take positions against oppression in our larger community. |
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Green Sanctuary Congregation practicing reverence, gratitude, and care for the living Earth. Learn more about our local Green Team |