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Beyond Beloved Conversations: Syllabus

Beyond Beloved Conversations is an online program designed for UU’s and others who are navigating the challenges of dismantling the linked oppressions in a congregational context. Topics covered include: This program gives participants an opportunity to learn more, consider and discuss these issues from different angles and perspectives, to try on some new ideas, to ask some hard questions of themselves and/or each other, and to share some of the concerns these issues raise for them as they work for transformation in their own lives and in their congregations. Details Type Description Name Beyond Beloved Conversations Authors Gordon Clay Bailey, […]

House Party!

Register Today! We are having a house party at a private residence in Sunland, CA. It will be outdoors. Come and join the fun for laughter, games, and conversation! Contact Teri I for details, or she will be calling you. Lunch and drinks are included.

A Word from Rev Gordon

May 2024 Theme: Love as Equity Can we talk; or at least engage in a dialogue about something that is on my heart. I’ve been thinking about Investing your time with people and the fact that it comes at a cost. When you go to visit your relatives, go to dinner with a friend, or stay after work to talk with someone you are investing your time with them. You are giving of yourself and I wonder how often it is a selfless act? I am a counselor, a teacher a minister a chaplain. So much of my life is […]

Death Cafe (5/5)

We welcome you to our Death Cafe. It is a respectful space where you can feel comfortable sharing your questions, curiosity, fears, beliefs, and stories about any / all aspects of death, grief, mourning, bereavement. We have learned that there is often lots of laughter, as well as a few tears. We will start in May and meet bimonthly for 1.5 hours. During the sessions we will try writing, maybe delivering eulogies, writing living wills, consider burial options, cremation, video remembrances, create a song list for your memorial service, and so much more. This isn’t morbid or sad, it is […]

A Word from Rev Gordon

Our Theme for this month is Love as Generosity:

What does it mean to be generous?

Merriam-Webster Dictionary translates generous as “characterized by a noble or kindly spirit; liberal in giving; marked by abundance or ample proportions.”

Dessert Table and Conversation

The Hospitality Committee of SepulvedaUU invites you to stay after services this Sunday, March 31, 2024 for a Dessert Table and Conversation, from 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm. This is in addition to our snacks and drinks before services, from 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm. In addition to our usual coffee and tea, we will also be offering hot chocolate and sparkling apple cider, along with scrumptious, delicious desserts! Come and help celebrate the Springtime with other members and friends. If you are interested in helping out as a member of the committee, please contact either Gary D, Mary K, […]

It’s an Easter Egg Hunt!

At long last our Easter Egg hunt is back! We will have eggs packed with goodies hidden all around the church. We have put a special surprise in a few eggs, so your child can start a savings account, maybe. The Egg hunt will begin after the service. During the service the children will have UU Play and Learning Trays they can take to their seats.

Potluck and Party Games!

This is a great opportunity to laugh, have fun, and share your favorite potluck dish! We will also be playing party games organized by Marilyn. Please RSVP by Thursday, April 18 with your name and what you will be bringing. If you can’t bring food, you could bring cups, large plates, or forks and napkins. See you there!

A Time for Stewardship

Dear Supporter, As a current or past pledging member or friend of the SepulvedaUU community, you are part of a loving congregation that is guided by our Unitarian Universalist principles and our shared experiences of reverence and awe, commitment to social justice, diversity, inclusiveness, and encouragement of the cultural arts. In the past year, we have been good Stewards of your gifts, as we dedicated our assets to the hiring of a full time Minister who brings inspiration, warmth, and leadership to our congregation. We have continued to re-energize our community by offering new and exciting programs on education, fellowship, […]

Celebrating Diversity (Beyond Beloved Conversations)

Host: Rev GordonWhen: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm Starting May 18 and Continuing for Six Saturday Sessions (5/25, 6/1, 6/8, 6/15, 6/22)Where: Zoom Room 1 Join us as we meet for six sessions developed to engage our feelings, thoughts, prejudices, and more, as we watch, read, and listen to voices from a wide spectrum of ethnic, racial, queer, and religious groups. Our goal will be to unpack our own complicity with the linked oppressions and develop the ability to move past the issues that separate our human family. Please commit to have read, watched, and engaged with materials from any […]