This Sunday, October 1:
Service in the Sanctuary ​​and via YouTube at 10:30 am:
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​Sermon by Rev. Jay Wolin and Interweave
Recently a county in Florida rejected a proclamation to acknowledge October as LGBTQ History Month. Since the “Don’t Say Gay” and “Stop Woke Act” legislation, many teachers are fearful of losing their jobs if they even mention LGBTQ or Race issues.  Our Principles call for the Free and Responsible Search for Truth and Meaning.  Let us promote the exploration of ideas and share experiences from multiple perspectives to gain a better understanding of the world we live in, instead of trying to erase the history of oppressed groups in this country.
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Music:
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choir
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Don Bryn, Director of Music and pianist
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Religious Education for Children and Youth at 10:30 am:
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The Gift of Heritage
After the Time for All Ages in the Service, the younger UU's will explore the topic of Heritage.  What is it and how does it impact me today?  There will be stories and games and deep thinking going 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 in the Reeb Room and on Zoom at 9:15 am:
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Saving Democracy /
​Corporate Involvement
In February 1933, three weeks after Adolf Hitler was appointed Chancellor, twenty-four of Germany’s elite business leaders met with Adolf Hitler.  Following Hitler’s pledge to end Germany’s democracy, quash the unions and jail Bolsheviks, the businessmen pledged millions of reichsmarks for the financially depleted Nazi Party.   Now in 2023, will corporate America make the same mistake and fund a fascist party intent on ending our democracy?  Our presenter will address this question and explore ways citizens can respond. Presenter, Dale Anderson; Moderator, Mary Anne Bowie; Zoom Host, Dick Stammer.
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Coffee and Conversations after the service
​Enjoy coffee 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. 
Intergenerational Beach Potluck at 5 to 7:30 pm:
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Come get to know your fellow Unitarian Universalists and families. Food, fun games and fellowship abound.
Questions?  Contact Catherine Bonner 
​at catherinebuucs@gmail.com or ​(941) 720-8437
Meditation Groups at 3 and 7 pm: 
See details in the Adult Programs section below
Upcoming Events
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In Our Art Gallery
"Our Stories are in Our Scars" - Art by Brenda K Robinson
Please join the Arts Council in welcoming Brenda Robinson and her art which urges us to “…show our scars so that others will know that they can heal. Stand right where you are, even in the scars’ cracks, and let your light shine.”

​The exhibit will be up through October 12th. 
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A Walk to Respect!  
Saturday, September 30th at 6:30pm
A FREE event.  Get your Tickets HERE.

A Theatrical Showing of the one-act play sharing the words of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglas as they faced their differences and developed at relationship moving from conflict to understanding.  A panel discussion and reception to follow.
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Our Annual Auction is now Bidfest!
Save the Date
Saturday, November 4th 
11:30am to 2:30pm

LEARN MORE HERE
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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World Religions
​by Rev. Jay Wolin
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Over the course of this year, I will be leading a monthly multimedia overview course on Major World Religions. I will discuss the history, major beliefs, holidays, and current incarnation of the religion in the world.
Learn more Here
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Mindfulness Meditation Group ​meets Sundays at 3:00 pm: (​No meetings in October)
We meet Sundays at 3 pm in the Reeb Room. The group will explore the role of mindfulness practice as a key to flourishing in every aspect of human life. We will provide an ethical, contemplative and philosophical framework for mindfulness using early teachings of the Buddha. Read more...
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Mistakes and Miracles
All Church Book Read

This book shares stories of other UU  congregations who have actively and intentionally looked to become a Multicultural Beloved Community.   As our congregation looks to define who we are this year and our aspirations, this book read will give us a venue to start those conversations. 
​Learn More Here. 
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Live Zen Buddhism Sundays at 7:00 pm:
A group focusing on "The Study and Practice of Zen" meets every Sunday evening at 7 pm via Zoom.  Read more...​
JUSTICE WORKS
Members and friends of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Sarasota do justice. We are involved in the local community and partner with national and international advocacy agencies.  We have teams dealing with food insecurity, affordable housing, racial justice, environmental justice and reproductive justice and more.  Please use the links in the black navigation bar at the top of this page to learn more about all our justice teams.
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Abortion rights are threatened by government action in Florida.
We believe in bodily autonomy - that people have the right to control their bodies. They should be able to make informed decisions in consultation with their health care providers without governmental interference.
An "Amendment to Limit Government Interference with Abortion" has been created to address this injustice. We need your help to make this amendment Florida law. Read more...
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Board accepts Remembrance Project
​Our Board of Trustees has approved the placement of a historical marker on our property memorializing lynchings in Sarasota and Manatee Counties, to promote reconciliation with the past and "looking toward a brighter and more inclusive future." Click here to learn more about this project.
​Our Annual Auction now known as Bidfest is coming Saturday, November 4th from 11:30-2:30
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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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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.
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We are a Green Congregation, promoting respect for the interdependent web of all existence.
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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.
Our Board of Trustees is elected annually by the congregation. Read more...
Unitarian Universalist Association News
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Our Principles, Purposes and Sources are up for review​
It is time for our international Unitarian Universalist Association to review our basic documents. Read more about the Article II Study Commission... 

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Deep Thinking, Deep Listening
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Local Green Team
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