UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH OF SARASOTA, 3975 FRUITVILLE ROAD, SARASOTA FL 34232, TEL. 941-371-4974
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Upcoming Services
Services are in person in our sanctuary
and live streamed on YouTube
Past services are on our Virtual Church page and prior sermons are in our sermon archives.

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This Friday and Saturday, February 10 and 11:
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Watch Paula Cole Jones introduce her workshop below:
​Dr. Paula Cole Jones is the founder of ADORE (A Dialogue on Race & Ethnicity), a former president of DRUUMM (Diverse and Revolutionary Unitarian Universalist Multicultural Ministries) and an independent consultant specializing in multicultural competencies and institutional change.  She originated the Eighth Principle Project 10 years ago along with Bruce Pollack-Johnson. She presented the Sophia Fahs Lecture at the UUA general Assembly in 2019 on "Building a Community of Communities." She lives in Washington, D.C with her husband and is a member of All Souls Church Unitarian in DC.  She is one of the Article II Commission members charged with drafting the current revisions of the UUA by-laws that guide us on living our UU principles in the world.
This Sunday, February 5:
Sunday Service in the Sanctuary ​​and via YouTube at 10:00 and 11:30 am:
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Sermon by Rev Jay Wolin
With the recent overturning of Roe vs. Wade, many states are further limiting and even criminalizing abortion. Unitarian Universalism has long been an advocate for Women’s Reproductive Health Justice. I will share some of the underlying theological thoughts that support that position and many of the underlying fears and myths surrounding these issues.

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​​​To see the service on Youtube, click here at 10:00 am ​and here at 11:30 am

Music:
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choir (10:00 am service)
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Hermann Berndt, cello (11:30 service)
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Religious Education for Children and Youth-  Sunday, February 5th
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Loving Yourself is the Greatest Love of All

All Children and Youth start in the Service for the Time for All Ages at our 10am and 11:30am Services.

Our 10:00am Service will offer childcare, a short lesson and art/activities. 

Our 11:30am Service will hold our traditional Religious Education classes for our Children and Youth.  The theme of the lesson this week for both age groups is "What is Self-Love and Self-Care and Why it is Important"  The classes will include a short story or video about Parker Curry and how seeing the portrait of Michelle Obama forever altered her look on life. The lesson will include art and activities. 

NURSERY CARE IS PROVIDED AT EACH SERVICE FOR INFANTS TO 5YRS

Questions?  Contact Catherine Bonner at catherinebuucs@gmail.com   ​
Sign-up for our Religious Education Newsletter.

Forum in the Reeb Room and via Zoom at 10:00 am:
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Small Wars—Why a Huge Army?
President Joe Biden has signed the Fiscal 2023 National Defense Authorization Act into law allotting $816.7 billion to the Defense Department.  Isn’t it time to rethink things?  Members of Florida Veterans for Common Sense have been invited to attend.
Presenter, Fred Sirasky; Moderator, Dale Anderson; Zoom Host, Jane Rose.

Coffee and Conversations after both Services
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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. 
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. 

Mindfulness-Based Human Flourishing Group in the Reeb Room at 3:00 pm:
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A Practice of Care
The Mindfulness-Based Human Flourishing 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. Weekly meetings will focus on the practice of mindfulness ​from 3 :00 -5:00 in the Reeb Room. Open to beginners and experienced practitioners. The first hour will consist of a 20-minute meditation, a talk and group discussion. Second hour will be the same with a deeper focus. Participants are invited to attend either or both. Read more...

Live Zen Buddhism via Zoom at 7:00 pm:
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A group focusing on "The Study and Practice of Zen" meets every Sunday evening at 7 pm via Zoom. Each session is organized into two components: The study of Zen and the practice of Zen through a 20-minute meditation. Open to newcomers as well as experienced Zen practitioners. To join the session send an email to zen@uusarasota.org with your name and email address. We'll email you the password and credentials.​  Read more...​

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Sunday Services, February 12:
by Paula Cole Jones and Rev. Jay Wolin
Rev. Jay and Paula Cole Jones will have a conversation about why we want to build a culture of inclusion, the theology and history behind the 8th Principle, the future of Unitarian Universalism, and whatever else may come up!! 

Guest musician: Synia Carroll

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Forum February 12:
Reproductive Rights and the Upcoming Legislative Session

With the overturning of Roe v. Wade, many state legislatures are rushing to further restrict reproductive choice.  What can be done here in Florida? Presenter, Kate Lannamann, President and Director at Florida Interfatih Coalition for Reproductive Health and Justice; and Vice Chair of Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida; Moderator, Marie Keeney; Zoom Host, Terri Holsinger.

The Florida Interfaith Coalition for Reproductive Health and Justice is a grassroots group of clergy, faith leaders and lay people committed to supporting and advancing reproductive health, rights and justice for all Florida residents. They state, "Together, we affirm the inherent worth and dignity of all persons and the constitutional guarantee of religious liberty. We believe that each person deserves the freedom to make reproductive healthcare decisions in accordance with their own conscience and faith beliefs, without shame or stigma."

Sunday Services, February 19:
We Can Do More
Sermon by Rev. Jay Wolin

This weekend marks the kickoff of our Annual Pledge Drive. This time of year is when the Church formally plans what we hope to accomplish during the next fiscal year.  As people return from Covid, we are recalibrating how the Church can serve its congregants and the larger community. With more financial and volunteer resources, there is much more that we can accomplish.  We hope you will join us and learn about exciting possibilities and programs that we could support this upcoming year.     
 
Music: Choir and Passerine

Sunday Services, February 26:
Chop Wood Carry Water
Sermon by Rev. Jay Wolin

Just saying the word spirituality can conjure up various images and meaning for different people.   I will explore the meaning of spirituality and how spiritual practices can be integrated into your everyday life. 

​Guest musician: Fred Sirasky
Sunday Services, March 5:   
The Path of Vulnerability
Sermon by Rev. Jay Wolin

Often in our society, vulnerability is seen as a weakness. I would like to explore how vulnerability can be a spiritual path that can lead to growth. In fact I would say it is a courageous thing to ask for help, to admit we are unsure about something, or to share something that has burdened us. Let us appreciate how walking the path of vulnerability can strengthen us, individually and as a community. 

Music: Choir

Sunday Services, March 12: 
Make a Joyful Noise 

Sermon and special music by Fred Johnson

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​Sunday Services, March 19: 
Sermon by Rev. Jay Wolin

Jesus always  asked “Who do you say that I am?” So too should we ask, who do we say that we are, both as individuals and as a Church. And how do we live into being who we say we are.  Naming an intention out loud is an important part of making it real.


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