Trans Inclusion in Congregations

 

You are invited to join in conversation of how we can make UUP “radically welcoming” for trans folks.  As an outgrowth of the Welcoming Congregation work, the Transforming Hearts Collective has developed a six-session course “on culture shift and radical welcome” developed for UU congregations.  … read more.

UUP’s Caring Circle

The Caring Circle connects members and friends of UUP with each other so that we may offer assistance in times of illness, emergency, or other transition, with the understanding that we have all had hard times at some point. If you would like occasional support … read more.

Conversation about UUP and Membership

Due to the timing of Easter (3/27) and several other congregational events, we are moving the “Fourth Sunday”conversation to Sunday, APRIL 10. On this day after the service the membership team will host a question and answer time for people who are curious about UUP. Would you like to get … read more.

Time to Learn, Time to Celebrate

Being a force for good in the world and in each other’s lives doesn’t just happen.  Congregations rely on skillful leaders who know how to follow and skillful followers who know how to lead.  Meaning we all have minds and hearts and hands to contribute.  The word is … read more.

A Message From COTS

Over the past five years, 21 homeless men and women in Petaluma have died outside and alone. The Committee on the Shelterless (COTS) now has an outreach specialist, Randy Clay, to build relationships with our most vulnerable neighbors and help them access treatment, medical services … read more.

Rebirth Bigger Than Me: Jim Lewis, 3/30/16

This past Sunday was Easter.  For most Christian churches that means the story of Jesus’ resurrection and surely there are some among us for whom that tale holds deep value. When thinking about the resurrection, I have always loved the image of the Phoenix, burning up into … read more.

Tenant Action Momentum Builds

This last Sunday, NBOP and PHAT held a successful Tenant’s Action at St. Vincent’s Church. Approximately 40 people were in attendance as 4 of the 8 families being unfairly evicted from their apartments spoke about their situation. Heart wrenching stories were told and connections made when people … read more.

Congregational Retreat Planning

The All-Congregational Retreat is late Friday May 27 through mid-day Monday May 30, Memorial Day. It is held at the lovely Enchanted Hills Camp in the Napa hills. The retreat is a glorious time for all members and friends of UUP – of all ages – to gather for rest, rejuvenation … read more.