This Sunday, November 12, 2023, 3-5 PM at Unitarian Universalist Church of St. Petersburg As we come to understand the gravity of climate disruption, it is easy to become disheartened. How do we maintain equanimity and compassion for ourselves and others while sustaining engagement? In this interactive program, Rev. Small invites us into meditation, reflection, … Continue reading Give Light: Spiritual Support for Climate Engagement
The Proposed 8th Principle:“We, the member congregations of the Unitarian Universalist Association, covenant to affirm and promote: journeying toward spiritual wholeness by working to build a diverse multicultural Beloved Community by our actions that accountably dismantle racism and other oppressions in ourselves and our institutions.” Steve Sanderson submitted the article below. I’m a newbie to … Continue reading Why I support adopting the 8th Principle?
The Proposed 8th Principle:“We, the member congregations of the Unitarian Universalist Association, covenant to affirm and promote: journeying toward spiritual wholeness by working to build a diverse multicultural Beloved Community by our actions that accountably dismantle racism and other oppressions in ourselves and our institutions.” Ryan Smith submitted the article below: In support of passage … Continue reading Why I support adopting the 8th Principle?
CELEBRATING MAHAVISHNU ORCHESTRA & JOHN MCLAUGHLIN Music by Liftoff from New York. Liftoff: Mahavishnu is a New York City artist collective dedicated to creating cross-cultural understanding through the lens of non-Western music blended with rock, jazz, and electronic. For this concert, the group will perform and interpret the music of the Mclaughlin and Mahavishnu Orchestra at the … Continue reading Celebrating Mahavishnu Orchestra
Saturday, May 13, 2023 Held in Gilmour Hall at the church Facilitators: UUSP Member and Worship Team Chair Todd Wellman and Rev. Ben Atherton-Zeman are so looking forward to hosting you at UUSP for this opportunity. Agenda: The six-hour retreat will feature many opportunities for individual reflection, small-group discussion, and large-group sharing. We’re asking you … Continue reading UUSP Retreat: Person, Not Role
The Proposed 8th Principle: “We, the member congregations of the Unitarian Universalist Association, covenant to affirm and promote: journeying toward spiritual wholeness by working to build a diverse multicultural Beloved Community by our actions that accountably dismantle racism and other oppressions in ourselves and our institutions.” Kelly Patton submitted the article below: I support the … Continue reading Why I support adopting the 8th Principle?
The UUSP, along with 50 + other faith communities across Pinellas County, participated in the FAST Nehemiah Action where elected officials were asked to commit publicly to make needed changes to Pinellas County’s stormwater systems, criminal justice systems and affordable housing solutions. The Deputy Mayor of Clearwater, Kathleen Beckman, said she would introduce a measure … Continue reading Over 1,200 Attended the FAST Nehemiah Action: March 27, 2023
The Proposed 8th Principle: “We, the member congregations of the Unitarian Universalist Association, covenant to affirm and promote: journeying toward spiritual wholeness by working to build a diverse multicultural Beloved Community by our actions that accountably dismantle racism and other oppressions in ourselves and our institutions.” John Motter submitted the information below: “I fully support … Continue reading Why I support adopting the 8th Principle?
Support FAST: Please take some time to view the new FAST video above. It is narrated by Rabbi Torop, Temple Beth El, and Rev. Ward, Moriah Mission Baptist Church, who is also Co-Chair of the FAST Criminal Justice Committee.FAST is currently addressing several systemic racial issues locally that are being raised as part of the nation-wide … Continue reading FAST: What Can I Do?
George Floyd, a 46-year-old African-American man, died on May 25, 2020 after being handcuffed and pinned to the ground by a white police officer’s knee. “People of faith, particularly those of us who are white progressives, need to combat the systems of criminalization in our country. Systems of policing and criminalization in the country are … Continue reading “I Can’t Breathe”
