Sunday Service August 27, 2023

THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MARCH ON WASHINGTON FOR JOBS AND FREEDOM:

“THE FIERCE URGENCY OF NOW”

The mid-century Civil Rights Movement grew out of the profound conviction, religious Faith, and courage of Black people in America. It was conceived, organized, and galvanized by and within Black churches and organizations in response to hundreds of years of oppression and injustice. In 1963, people of color challenged the power of dominant white people, structures, and attitudes against overwhelming odds. What gave them the courage to put their lives on the line in the name of justice and freedom? 60 years later, in 2023 is there any issue of injustice and oppression for which we are willing to risk our lives?.

Service Leader/Guest: Rev Bev Spears
Worship Associate: Susan Thollaug
Music: Gage Purdy
Pianist: Roger Corman
Share the Basket: Verity

Sunday Service August 6, 2023

“DIGNITY AND INHERENT WORTH- LIVING OUR FIRST PRICIPLE DAILY, THROUGH CONCRETE ACTION”

What are dignity and inherent worth, really?
As UUers, we believe in the inherent worth and dignity of every person, but what can we practically do daily to live this first principle?
How can we foster dignity in ourselves? 
How do we give space, so others can experience dignity?
 
Service Leader/Guest: Meike Mandel
Worship Associates: Jonathan Choe
Music: Gage Purdy
Pianist: Roger Corman
Share the Basket: Saturday Breakfast for our Neighbors

Sunday Service July 30, 2023

“Lammas: Honoring the Harvest with the First Loaf”

Celebrate the first harvest on this midsummer holiday, with joyful guidance by CUUPS. We will share the First Loaf ceremoniously as a part of the Sunday service.

Service Leaders: Members of CUUPs
Worship Associate: Mark Sowers
Music: Sally Jones
Pianist: Paul Gilger
Share the Basket: Meals on Wheels

Sunday Service July 23, 2023

“How to Get to Heaven Through the Gates of Lodore”

Mix wilderness adventure and river rafting with contemplative silence and you have a powerful lesson in how to live life day to day. Together we will explore the Buddhist concepts of the divine abodes of equanimity, compassion, appreciative joy, and loving kindness.
 
Service Leader: Judy Withee
Worship Associate: Linda Lampson and Jonathan Choe
Music: Robert Howseman
Pianist: Roger Corman
Share the Basket: TransLife

Sunday Service July 16, 2023

“Spheres of Sanctuary”

We are called to create physical, emotional, social, and spiritual sanctuary spaces for ourselves and others–to be agents of sanctuary in the wider world. Together we will look at how we create spheres of sanctuary and how to live as bastions of sanctuary in the greater community.
 
Service Leaders/Guest: Gage Purdy
Worship Associate: Cathie Weise
Music: Gage MC
Pianist: Roger Corman
Share the Basket: Saturday Breakfast for Our Neighbors

 

Sunday Service July 9, 2023

“Origin Stories: The Journey of the Universe”

No one knows for sure how the world and life came to be, but that doesn’t stop humans from wondering, from seeking explanations for the great mysteries of life. Ever more complex tools of scientific inquiry – like the James Webb telescope – continually add details to our origin story. What does this story mean for us humans and the inhabitants of our precious Earth? Can a sense of wonder help us face the challenges of today – and tomorrow? Let’s explore together!

“Guest” Service Leader: Rev. Susan Panttaja
Worship Associate: Eric Fischer
Music: Alan Bell
Pianist: Roger Corman
The Basket: Our own Religious Education Program

 

Sunday Service July 2, 2023

“What Happened at our General Assembly?”

Reflections from the Delegates who represented UUCSR at our UUA General Assembly.
 
Service Leaders: Rev Dave Clements
Worship Associate: Susan Thollaug
Music: John Ray
Pianist: Roger Corman
Share the Basket: Saturday Breakfast for Our Neighbors 

 

Concert: “You Can’t Play That in Church!”

“YOU CAN’T PLAY THAT IN CHURCH”

“YOU CAN’T PLAY THAT IN CHURCH!”
 
ROGER CORMAN AND FRIENDS
 
June 24th 6:30pm
 
Appearances by Gage and Crystal and Napa Jazz Group Sack Lunch.
 
Tickets are still available at the door! Sliding Scale $10-$40 
A Fundraiser for UUCSR.

 

Sunday Service June 25, 2023

“The Path of Success: From Undocumented to NBOP Leader”

Karym is an immigrant from Mexico who came to this country as a child with his family. Growing up undocumented shaped Karym’s understanding of the injustices in the world and fueled his drive to be involved in community organizing. He will share his story and how it illustrates our second UU principle: Justice, equity, and compassion in human relations.
 
Service Leaders: Karym Sanchez, Executive Director of NBOP
Worship Associate: Judy Withee & Gage Purdy
Music: Gage Purdy
Pianist: Paul Gilger
Share the Basket: North Bay Organizing Project

 

Sunday Service June 18, 2023

 

“Deepening White Awareness”

 
Dismantling White Supremacy Culture. In order to dismantle something you first need to understand what the characteristics of a White Supremacy culture are. We will explore that by way of a panel of members from the Congregation as they share their thoughts and experiences. Come to learn and understand what we can do here at UUCSR
 
Service Leaders/Guest: Rev. Dave Clements
Worship Associate: Mark Sowers
Music: Alan Bell
Pianist: TBA
Share the Basket: 53rd Annual Sonoma County Juneteenth/MLK Celebration