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Auction Catalog Now Online!
The fabulous, 2020 Serendipity Auction Catalog is ready and online for members to access. Go to the Members' Corner and click on the download link. Or get a printed copy after each service this Sunday. For the auction schedule (February 2), click here.

This Sunday, February 2, in Sarasota:

Services at 10:00 am and 11:30 am

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The World's Funniest Joke
Sermon by Roger Fritts
I like the humor. I know there are serious matters to consider, especially in religion such as  the Apocalypse  the  Rapture and the Antichrist — to name only a few important topics. But a good laugh is a saving grace. For example -- A shipwreck survivor washes up on the beach of an island and is immediately surrounded by a group of native warriors. "I'm done for," the man cries in despair.
'No you are not," comes a booming voice from the heavens. 'Listen carefully, and do exactly as I say. Grab the spear from the one who is beside you and shove it through the heart of the chief.' The man does so, and the remainder of the band stare in disbelief.
'Now, what?' the man asks the heavens.
​'Now, you are done for.'  
More on Sunday. 

  Music

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choir
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Don Bryn, piano
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Religious Education for Children at 10:00 am

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Nursery Care: Loving care provided by our nursery staff and volunteers for those 4 years and younger. Pre-K through 5th Grade: Buddha - The children will hear a story about Buddha and make paper flowers. 2nd through 5th Grade: Buddha's Birthday - The children will learn about the life of Buddha, act out a play, make a flower shrine. Youth Group: Roman Catholicism - The Youth will debrief on Roman Catholicism after attending Mass Saturday evening. 
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​​Read more about our Religious Education programs for children and youth... 

Serendipity Auction Wine and Dine Buffet at 11:15 am

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Open to all auction ticket holders.

​Silent bidding begins at 11:45 am.

​Read more about the auction...

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.  All are welcome, beginners as well as experienced Zen practitioners. Read more...

This Sunday, February 2, in Lakewood Ranch:

Service at 10:00 am

Divine Feminine - A Groundhog Day Historical Rewind
Sermon by Susan Slack
When did religions begin? Why did the Y-chromosomed beings (males) come to call the shots? Surely women have had some ideals and beliefs of their own. Joseph Campbell gives us his expert opinion which is where we will begin. In honor of the Groundhog Day movie, where we repeat events til we get it right, we'll review Divine Feminine approaches from around the world and thru the ages. How? Through a little talking and a lot of interactive singing of short, sacred phrases of traditions from Egypt, India, Judaism, Buddhism, Native American, West African and Christian, all accompanied on percussion instruments.. Read more...
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We meet at Hyatt Place Lakewood Ranch, 6021 Exchange Way,  Lakewood Ranch. Click here for map and directions.
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Susan Slack

Music

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Dave Longo, keyboard

Welcome, guests and visitors!

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Social Justice Action

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. 
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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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Green Team

Ways you can help: Encourage our Congressman to support the Citizen's Climate Lobby's Carbon Fee and Dividend Policy.
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"Just Mercy" to be reviewed Feb 5
​The Cinema Conversations group meets Wednesday, February 5, at 7 pm in the Lexow Wing to discuss "Just Mercy." Read more, see the trailer...
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“Joyful Art from the Heart,” Paintings by Sally Myers
Now on exhibit in the Lexow Wing Gallery. Share her joy!
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CHILI COOK-OFF AND GAMES!
SATURDAY, FEB 15TH
5:30 PM GATHER
6:00 PM DINNER/JUDGING
7:00 PM CARD GAMES
Sign-up in the courtyard after Service to join us for this Fun event! Prizes for the Best Chili (with and without meat)!  More Info Here
The COLLOQUY CLUB is here! It is an adult group for folks that cannot make other adult programming that the church offers due to work, the need for childcare or life's busy schedule!  Our next meeting is Sunday, Jan 26th from 11:30-12:30 in the Library.  The topic is Gender Roles in today's society.  Join us for a lively discussion.  Childcare is provided.  
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Flea Market 
Thank you to all our volunteers for a successful Flea Market fund raiser. Read more, see pictures...
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Get Together Dinners
The latest dinner rosters are in the Members Corner .
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​Attending these dinners is  a great way to meet new people and reacquaint with old friends.
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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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Chalice Groups
New small groups are scheduled to start this month. Contact
Chalice@uusarasota.org to join a group, Read more...
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GA online
Our association's annual General Assembly takes place June 24 - 28 in Rhode Island next year. Read more...
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The Board of Trustees meets at 7 pm 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.
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 
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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... 

Ministerial Transition
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Meet the Board

Our Board of Trustees is elected annually by the congregation. Read more...
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Happy gets distracted in church
Read more in Dick's "From the Garden Gate" blog...

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 the Herald-Tribune's September 22 issue. Read more...

UUs in the News:
Suzie Brucklacher interviewed by SNN about caregiver issues

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The interview aired September 26. See the video and the transcript ...
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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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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...

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.