This Week at UUP: March 22-28

The Unitarian Universalists of Petaluma
An Oasis for Heart and Mind Every Sunday in Downtown Petaluma


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SUNDAY SERVICES

(Social time with refreshments begins at 10:00 am , at the Petaluma Woman's Club, 518 B Street. Worship service begins at 10:30 am. )

Sunday, March 25: "One Woman's History"
Guest speaker: Maxine Levaren
During Women's History Month, it's only natural to reflect on the changes that women have made in their lives over the past 50 years. It's not only the history we read about in books and moments in great movements that we think about, it's also about how these events have shaped women's lives. And, our personal histories as 21st century women, is a great place to start. Maxine Levaren is a writer, personal success coach, relative newcomer to UU and a lifelong feminist. Although she hates to admit it, she remembers the 60s well, looks back on it with nostalgia and views herself as an unrepentant hippie.

Sunday, April 1: "Generosity: Three Stories and a Poem"
Guest speaker: Pacific Central District Executive Director, Cilla Raughley. Worship Associate: Diana Spaulding
This time the G-word stands for Generosity and some other Great words such as Gifts, Gratitude...maybe even Grace. This will be a simple reflection of why my partner and I have chosen to Give at the level we do, and what we have Gained as a result. This will be a Guilt-free, Gentle time together, and you'll be Glad you came.

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No Fooling! Supporting Our Religious Community

Our annual pledge campaign kicks off on Sunday, April 1 with a short and sweet meeting after church. We will talk about pledging to financially support UUP, which is an expectation of membership in the congregation, and fill out pledge cards. A light lunch will be provided. The pledge drive will wrap up on April 15. Your financial commitment allows UUP to thrive and grow in depth and mission.

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DISTRICT ASSEMBLY IS FOR EVERYONE!

When: April 27-29, 2007
Where: The Crowne Plaza Hotel, Foster City
Don't miss this once-a-year gathering of our regional community, coming together for a weekend of learning, laughing, networking, and worship. The theme this year is Rise Up O Flame, with featured presentations from the Rev. Peter Morales and Holly Near.
Get all the information at www.pcd-uua.org/DA.

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Annual Memorial Day Retreat! (May 25-28, 2007)

Planning is now beginning for our annual retreat so gather up your ideas, mark your calendar and come to the potluck BBQ to help put it together! We are looking for a committee to form to make our plans: we need ideas for child activities and care, worship, scheduling, food etc. The committee meeting/potluck will likely take place April 22 at the Spaulding-Dodd house. Watch this newsletter for date and time confirmation. Bring something to grill, share and drink, plus your enthusiastic selves. Questions, call T Hathaway.

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Regularly Scheduled Gatherings

- Love All (UUP Tennis Group): Friendly drop-in tennis game Sunday from 1:30-3:30 pm at the Petaluma High School courts.
- Membership Committee: Meeting Monday at 7:30 pm at Elaine and Gene Ellsworth's house.
- Larking About (UUP Choir): Rehearsal Tuesday at 8 pm at David and Diana's house.

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