In celebration of the 7th Principle of the Unitarian Univeralists “Promoting respect for the interdependent web of all existene of which we are a part,” let’s share with each other how animals have touched our lives.

This service will be a potluck at Meloday and Charlie Lenkner’s home.

Please email mvuuf83301@yahoo.com for location and additional details.

Rafting the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon is one of the greatest whitewater boating adventures in America.  The journey includes 225 river miles through one of the great natural wonders in the world.  Rock layers of many kinds become visible, the oldest about 2 billion years old.  In addition to fascinating geology, flora and fauna, flat water and huge rapids, the Canyon provides sufficient time to leave behind the usual constraints of society. 

With 18-21 days on the river, there is an opportunity to find your own natural rhythms and get in touch with who you really are.  There is ample opportunity for meditation and self-exploration both during and separate from the group chores.

There is magic in every direction.  The trip takes planning, commitment, teamwork, toil, the requirement to meet many challenges and to improvise.  The opportunity for personal growth there is greater than any other trip I have been on.  And even when it has been a difficult day, all you have to do is open your eyes, look anywhere, and enjoy some of the most spectacular views anywhere.

Join us as we discuss what is involved in such a trip, and some of the growth you can experience.

Newcomers of all religious paths or none at all are always welcome. Unitarian Universalists believe in the dignity of every person regardless of race, creed [or none at all], immigrant status or sexual orientation. 

Presented by Aurora Bolt

Worship Associate Michael Becerra

Contentment is often defined as a sense of happiness and satisfaction with one’s current circumstances. It is often associated with achievement of personal goals or having pleasurable experiences. Yoga teaching considers contentment or Santosha as an inner sense of ease that is not dependent on life circumstances. Contentment is having a calm and grateful heart and not desiring a certain outcome. This discussion will explore these ideas further and the practice of contentment.

“A contented heart is a calm sea in the midst of all storms.” Anonymous

“Contentment is the only real wealth.” Alfred Nobel

Presented by Collete Hogland

Worship Associate is Melody Lenkner

We depend on the efforts of insects for about 1/3 of the food that we eat. Bees and man have been connected historically almost from the beginning of written history. What is it about these stinging insects that inspires both fear and amazement?

Please join us as Kirk and Heidi Tubbs from Tubbs Berry Farm share their knowledge of bees and our connection to them.

Worship Associate is Melody Lenkner