This Sunday, April 29, in Sarasota:

Service at 10:30 am

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Sermon by
​Roger Fritts:
​I like the humor of religion. A good laugh is a saving grace. Pictured here is the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, which I've attended. It is the single biggest celebration of arts and culture on the planet, including 1,294 comedy shows. All this laughter encouraged me to explore the relationship between laughter and religion. Read more...
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choir
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Don Bryn, piano

Religious Education for Children and Youth at 10:30 am

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Nursery: Loving care for infants and toddlers is available during the service. Pre-K - 6th Grade Tapestry of Faith Classes 7- 12th Grade:  Youth Group Pancake Brunch Shopping Trip​. Read more about our Religious Education programs for children and youth...  Check out our RE Calendar for our scheduled programs.

Forum at 9:30 am

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Communicating Beyond the Choir- Public Understanding, Denial, and Climate Change
This talk may help you better persuade your friends (and enemies) not only about climate change but other hot button issues as well. Presented by Joanna Huxster, Asst. Prof. of Environmental Studies at Eckerd College. 

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. 

Discovery and Discussion at 11:45 am 

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De-Extinction Chapter 2:
​How Close Are We Now?
 Following up on last Sunday's TEDx Talk by Stewart Brand, “Reversing Animal Extinction,” we will examine the complexity of the science behind cloning and whether De-Extinction is really possible. Thus far, cloning has proven difficult to do, even with perfect DNA from living animals. Then we will travel to Seoul South Korea and Siberia, to learn more about mankind’s quest to both profit from and resurrect the legendary wooly mammoth. Read more...

Sunday, April 29, at 10:00 am in Lakewood Ranch:

Service at 10:00 am

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The Unbearable Lightness of Progress
Sermon by Richard Herring
Traditionally, progressive thought and activism have had a profound effect in shaping our country and culture.  But human progress may be more noticeable in its absence.  Even in the darkest of times, progressive thinkers could coalesce around a vision of positive change.  Bearing the burden of progress is an obligation that shifts with generational change.  Who will carry that weight into the future?​ Read more...

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Mindy Simmons, guitar and vocals

Welcome, guests and visitors!

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Green Team

Thank you! ​Read more...

Social Justice Action

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We Need Your Ideas! Our church received a $1,000 grant from No Child Goes Hungry either to feed children directly, inform people about the issue, or expand existing programs. How might we apply these funds? Check out www.nochildgoeshungry.net, the “Grants in Motion” tab to see what other recipients have done. Please email your thoughts to NoHungryChildren@uusarasota.org by May 1.
Recent tragic events in Florida may have inspired you to be more of an activist. The Social Justice Committee wants to help make that easy with our new resource, the Activist Corner. We've compiled a list of the names, street addresses, telephone numbers and emails for our local, state and federal officials, all in one place. We also have links to local activist organizations if you'd like to become more involved.
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Food Collection ​Every Sunday
Canned or 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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Embracing Diversity
     How do we meet the challenge of the UU Principle declaring the inherent worth and dignity of every person?  One way is to explore diversity. 
     During February and March, the Social Justice Committee offered workshops organized by Dr. Jody McBrien, a UUCS member and Professor of International and Comparative Education at the University of South Florida, Sarasota-Manatee campus.
     For related Embracing Diversity readings and materials, click here.
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Pancake Brunch May 6
The annul Religious Education Pancake Brunch will be held on Sunday, May 6, following the Sunday service .  Tickets are for sale each week in the Courtyard following the service.  The youth will be shopping for the Brunch during the service on March 29th. 
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"Final Portrait"
to be reviewed May 2
Our Cinema Conversations group will delve into the world of art and learn more about renowned artist Alberto Giacometti. The movie is titled "Final Portrait" and is playing locally. The discussion will be held Wednesday, May 2, at 7 pm. Read more...
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"Nature's Bounty" on display
An exhibit of paintings by Kathleen Konicek-Moran is on display in the Lexow Wing Gallery. The exhibit also includes ceramic sculptures by Betty Gerich. It will be up through May 17th. Stop in to see it! Read and see more...
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Read the April President's Reportand the April 17 Board Draft Minutes. Read approved minutes of past Board meetings here.  The approved budget for 2018-2019 is in the Members Corner.
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"From the Garden Gate" returns
Dr. Dick the Garden Doc used to write a monthly column for our newsletter. He has returned to continue the tradition, this time in the form of a blog listed under the "Our Church" tab in the menu at the top of this page. Or click this link...
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Get Together Dinners
Sign up for the next round of dinners.  Find the sign up form and dinner rosters in the Members Corner. If you are not sure about your schedule, add yourself to the Wait List. Attending these dinners is such a great way to meet people and reacquaint with old friends.
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Women's Discussion Group  Contact Pat at oreomojo@gmail.com    for information
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All Women's Pot Luck Lunch Saturday, April 28 at noon.  Bring a dish and a joke to share...no reservations required
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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

Gun Control Activism

Sparked by the recent Parkland shootings, more than 200 people, including many of our church members, gathered at  Sarasota’s Kissing Statue on Thursday, February 22, 2018 for the weekly gun control rally.  Read more and see the pictures.

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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 Minister

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Rev. Roger Fritts joined the Unitarian Universalist Church of Sarasota in 2011. Go to this page for more details.

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Membership, Caring activities
Our Membership and Caring Committee recently hosted a Valentine's Luncheon for members who are unable, due to health issues,  to attend church regularly. Nan Billings' 100th Birthday was also celebrated. Read more and see pictures...
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The 2018 Serendipity Auction was a huge social and financial success. Go to the Members Corner to see the LIST OF WINNERS.

UUs in the News:
Fritts challenges Buchanan
on Dream Act

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Our minister's letter to the editor of the Sarasota Herald-Tribune, advocating on behalf of children of immigrants, was published in the December 4 edition, 

UUs in the News:
Local Farms-to-Schools event recognized

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The speech and panel discussion presented recently by Transition Sarasota was covered in the Sept 23 Herald-Tribune.  Read more...

UUs in the News:
Review praises our sanctuary

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The "handsome and acoustically rich interior" of our sanctuary was included in a positive review of a recent Chopin concert.  Read more...
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WSRQ to air radio ad
A new radio spot promoting the church will be played at various times throughout the day at WSRQ, 98.3FM, 106.9FM and 1220AM. Hear or download ad ...
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Multiple Meditation Meetings 
In addition to our Sunday evening Zen group, three other meditation groups now meet at our church: SaraSangha Insight Meditation Group, Good Cause Ecosangha and Sarasota Mindfulness Institute. 

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.