This Sunday, September 29, in Sarasota:

Service at 10:30 am 

​The Religion of Our Founders
Sermon by Roger Fritts
For many evangelical Christians, there is no political figure whom they have loved more than our president. However, looking back at the religious beliefs of our founders, it is hard to imagine that they would be happy with the current state of our nation. 

  Music

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Felicia Brunelle, violin
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Don Bryn, piano

Religious Education for Children at 10:30 to 11:30 am,
​for Youth from 10:30 am to Noon.

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Nursery Care: Loving care provided by our nursery staff and volunteers for those 4 years and younger. PreK- 1st Grade: The children will hear the story of Rosh Hashanah Is Coming by Tracy Newman, make challah out of playdough, and enjoy fresh apples and honey. 2nd - 5th Grade: The children will learn about the Jewish New Year, hear the story of Jonah, make tallasim (prayer shawls) and will serve fresh apples and honey to the congregation at coffee hour.
​Youth:  Exploring Judaism with a Guest-  A Jewish guest will come to class to interact with the Youth on broadening their knowledge of Jewish customs and what to expect while visiting the Synagogue. ​
Read more about our Religious Education programs for children and youth... 

Forum at 9:30 am

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Understanding Our Court Bail System
and Its Inequities
Terry Drake, an Assistant Public Defender for the 12 Judicial Circuit, will present an overview of how the process of setting a bond works.  Next, she will explain the discrepancies between counties within the circuit and different treatments related to race or class.  She will conclude by sharing remedies that can address these inequities. Read more...

Coffee and Conversations at 11:30 am

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Enjoy coffee, juice and other refreshments as you converse with old friends and make new ones. Join a welcoming and loving community as you bask in the sunshine and relax in our lovely garden setting.

Zen Study Group at 7 pm

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A group focusing on "The Study and Practice of Zen" meets every Sunday evening at 7 pm in the Reeb Room. Each session is organized into two components: 1) The study of Zen, exploring a Zen topic for roughly 30 minutes. 2) The practice of Zen.  Meditate for roughly 20 minutes, followed by chanting the centuries-old Heart Sutra. All are welcome, beginners as well as experienced Zen practitioners. Read more...

This Sunday, September 29, in Lakewood Ranch:

Service at 10:00 am

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This I Believe
​Sermon by Rev. Beth Miller
How have you come to believe what your currently believe about the nature of ultimate reality?  And is your mind still open to ideas you haven’t considered before? Borrowing the title from the weekly National Public Radio series of the early 2000's, I’ll share some of my faith journey and core beliefs that guide my life. In doing so, I invite you to consider yours.   Read more...
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We meet at Hyatt Place Lakewood Ranch, 6021 Exchange Way,  Lakewood Ranch. Click here for map and directions.

Music

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Dave Longo, keyboard

Welcome, guests and visitors!

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Social Justice Action

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Chocolate chips available
The fair trade chocolate chips have arrived! You tasted them and you loved them!  70% cacao, vegan, free of the 8 major allergens. Stop by the Social Justice table after the service to own a bag of these yummy chips. Need baking cocoa? Just ask - we have lots!
The Jefferson Center is home to moderate-low income seniors and was founded by the Unitarian Universalists of Sarasota nearly 60 years ago. The Board recently transferred the JC to Westminster Community.  Three UUs continue to be on that Board. Read more...
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Ready to Take Action?
There are many ways to share your opinions about current events with your local, state and federal representatives. The most effective way is by phone, followed by writing letters. The Social Justice Committee is here to help by providing contact information, all in one place. Visit our Activist Corner for easy access to the phone numbers of your local, state and federal leaders.
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Food Collection ​Every Sunday
Canned or non-perishable packaged food donations are accepted every Sunday and distributed by All Faiths Food Bank. Bring your donations to the collection bin at church on any Sunday. 

Green Team

September 20th - Global Climate Strike!
3:15-5:00 pm
​Unconditional Surrender statue near Marina Jack's.

Join Sarasota Students 4 Climate  and Sarasota Fridays for the Future for the local action in the youth-led Global Climate Strike on September 20th! More than 100 events are planned worldwide. All ages welcome!
Warnings for a Warming Planet
In the October, 2018 the International Panel on Climate Change issued a report that had dire warnings for our planet. You can read the six main takeaways here. ​ More recent reports indicate this may be an optimistic prediction.
Ways you can help: Encourage our Congressman to support the Citizen's Climate Lobby's Carbon Fee and Dividend Policy.

UUs in the News:
Roy Ingham featured in Climate Strike coverage

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Roy Ingham was featured in Carrie Seidman's column in today's Herald-Tribune. Read more...
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ALL CHURCH BOWLING NIGHT- SEPTEMBER 21ST
5:00-8:00pm

​Sarasota Lanes
2250 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota

Come join us for some bowling fun!  The cost is $12/per bowler which includes 2 games and shoes.  If you only want to bowl one game the cost is $9.50.  RSVP to Catherine Bonner @ dre@uusarasota.org or via text at (941) 720-8437 so that we know how many lanes to reserve.  
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UUs in the News:
NPR recently provided an update on Rogers' former church giving sanctuary to a mother of three facing deportation without her children. Read more, see the video, hear the broadcast...
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“Homelessness in Focus" on exhibit
Portraits by photographer Allan Mestel will be on exhibit through Oct 17 in the Lexow Wing.  Read more...

UUs in the News:
Jody McBrien's new book featured

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Jody McBrien's new book about refugee resettlement efforts is featured in the July 16 Sarasota Herald-Tribune.
Read more...
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Get Together Dinners
In the Members Corner, you will find the electronic sign-up form. 
​Attending these dinners is  a great way to meet new people and reacquaint with old friends.
Annual Report published
Our annual report has now been posted to the Members' Corner.
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​Peg Green's Tapestry Chosen for Cover of New UU Pocket Guide 
​Read more...
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The Board of Trustees meets at 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month. Members are welcome to attend. Read the latest minutes here. The current year budget can be found in the Members Corner.
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Adult Programs
Zen, Writing Your Own Story, Poetry, Chalice Groups, Gardening - plus more - all available to help you make new friends......click on Adult Programs in the menu above.
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Membership, Caring activities
Our Membership and Caring Committee hosted a Valentine's Luncheon for members who are unable, due to health issues, to attend church regularly.  Read more and see pictures...
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Chalice Groups
New small groups are scheduled to start this month. Contact
Chalice@uusarasota.org to join a group, Read more

Welcome, guests and visitors!

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Here we affirm and promote reason and the scientific method as the tools in learning to love each other and live in harmony with the earth.  

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.
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Our religious education program helps our children develop their own common sense and logic in evaluating religious claims. We provide a safe place to help children learn and talk about the big issues such as God, Death, and Sexuality.
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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.

 -Rev. Roger Fritts

Meet the Ministers

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Rev. Roger Fritts, Senior Minister, joined the Unitarian Universalist Church of Sarasota in 2011. Go to Rev. Roger Fritts bio for more details.
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Rev. Beth Miller, Associate Minister, joined the church on September 1. Read more...

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Rev. Gilbert (Budd) Friend-Jones, Associate Minister, joined the church on September 1. Read more... 

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Happy remembers George Gannett
Read more, see more pictures in Dick's "From the Garden Gate" blog...
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Happy gets distracted in church
Read more in Dick's "From the Garden Gate" blog...

UUs in the News:
Livingston tragedy, Fritts' comments featured

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Carrie Seidman's column in the May 28 issue of the Sarasota Herald-Tribune features the tragic death of Sherry Penney and James Livingston and Roger Fritts's recent Contact comments. Read full column...
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UUA President Spearheads Voter Drive
Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray, President of the UUA, joined us on October 20 in a get-out-the-vote drive on behalf of a voting rights amendment, which passed with 64% of the vote. Read more, see pictures and videos of the day's events...
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GA online
Our association's annual General Assembly concluded June 23. Read more and view videos...

Chalice Groups

Deep Thinking, Deep Listening
A new group begins soon.
We are a

Welcoming Congregation

Our church is a safe space for g/l/b/t persons. We take positions against oppression in our larger community.
We are a

Green Sanctuary

Congregation practicing reverence, gratitude, and care for the living Earth.
Our Partner Church

Read about our relationship with the Unitarians of Korond, Transylvania.