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The Unitarian Universalist Church in Anaheim |
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511 SOUTH HARBOR BLVD
ANAHEIM, CA 92805 PHONE (714) 758-1050
Consulting Minister, Lee Marie Sanchez:
lsanchez@uuma.org
Web site:
http://www.uuchurchoc.org
Child care is provided
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Calendar of this month's events >>
October 25: Lee Marie Sanchez, Consulting Minister. "United Nations Sunday," is celebrated in many of our UU congregations around the world. We have had a long and close relationship with groups seeking world harmony, peace & social justice. You will enjoy hearing about the people and projects of UU-UNO, the Unitarian Universalist United Nations Office, this morning.
Nov. 1: Rabbi Phillip Posner, who resides in Mexico, will speak on "Character: the Path to the Other Side." Also, in commemoration of Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead), we will have a traditional altar. Bring a picture of a beloved relative or friend who has departed. Rabbi Posner will ask us to name a hero whose character we admire.
Nov. 8: Veterans' Day, Lee Marie Sanchez. Veteran's Day reminds us of all of those, living and dead, who have served their country in the military or the reserves, and we will do that in our worship service today. We will also honor those who were able to make the choice to be conscientious objec-tors. As long as wars continue anywhere we are all war veterans and we shall ponder that together too.
Nov. 15: "My Trip to the Holy Land." Michael Eselun, a hospital chaplain and member of the Santa Monica UU Congregation, will share his reflections upon his recent trip to Jerusalem with a friend facing a grave medical crisis. He will discuss both the external journey and his internal journey through fear and unanswerable questions.
Nov. 22: Lee Marie Sanchez, "Gratitude" Gratitude allows the heart to stay open to love and hope. I am reminded of the words of Helen Keller, "No pessimist ever discovered the secret of the stars, or sailed an uncharted land or opened a new doorway for the human spirit."
MORE SUNDAY EVENTS
The Adult Forum discussion group meets Sundays at 9:45 a.m.
On Oct. 25 we will continue our discussion of issues related to capitalism vs. socialism. We usually have a stimulating discussion and lively exchange of views!
The Philosophy Discussion Group, facilitated by Iasu Gorfu, meets every Sunday at 9:00 a.m. in the R.E. Building.
"Halloween in Anaheim" Concert - Sunday, Oct. 25, at 7:00 p.m.
The Orange County Symphony will present a a concert of holiday music at Servite Auditorium, 1952 W. La Palma, Anaheim. Tickets may be obtained from Ruth Shapin in church next Sunday. $15 adults, $10 seniors. (All the income goes to support the Church.) Kids are free and are invited to come in costume. Among the pieces to be played are "The Sorcerer's Apprentice" and "Phantom of the Opera."
"Love Makes A Family" Exhibit at UUCA
This is a museum-quality traveling exhibit including photographs and interviews with families that have lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) members. It is open free of charge Sundays from 10:00-11:00 and 12:00-1:00, Thursdays from Noon-5:30pm through Nov 5th. It focuses on the value of diversity in family life and is from Family Diversity Projects - http://www.familydiversity.org
A meditation group meets on the first and third Sundays at 12:30 p.m. in the RE building. Ask Bill Strahan for more information, or call him at 714-771-7836. Information is available on-line about the categories of meditation and an example of guided meditation.
OTHER ACTIVITIES
POTLUCK FOR PROGRESSIVES:
Potlucks begin at 6:30 p.m. (please bring a food dish to share). Film or speaker at 7:30 p.m. For more information, please contact duaneroberts92804@yahoo.com
Friday, October 23rd: Joe Geever, California Policy Coordinator for the Surfrider Foundation, an organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of oceans, waves and beaches, will do a presentation on the problems of water desalination, focusing on efforts by the Poseidon Corporation to build a plant in Huntington Beach.
Friday, Nov. 13 (was Nov. 6): Leslie Allenby, a member of the Los Angeles County Public Defenders Office, on "The Tax, Regulate, and Control Cannabis Act of 2010," a ballot proposition still in the signature gathering phase, which will give California voters a chance to repeal all state laws that make it a crime for adults to use, possess, sell, cultivate, or transport marijuana or industrial hemp.
Friday, Nov. 20th: Members of the Colectivo Tonantzin, a grassroots organization that defends the rights of undocumented workers from police harassment and abuse, will deliver a presentation about their efforts to fight racist and discriminatory city ordinances which seek to criminalize efforts by day laborers to seek work.
Five Wishes Workshop next meets on Thursday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m.
Our speaker will talk about hospice care. All are welcome to join us; the cost is $10.
Monday, Oct. 26th - Free screening of the movie, The Age of Stupid, the yet to be released movie on global warming at 7 PM at UUCA. Dix Henneke, MoveOn council member and Greenpeace activist will share this movie with us and help organize actions in the future if you feel so inspired. For details and to sign up, surf to: http://pol.moveon.org/event/heatupcongress/99145
Friday, Nov 6th 6:30 PM – Interweave Meeting
Open to all members and friends of UUCA. Bring ideas and events to put on our 2010 calendar at the Event Calendar meeting.
Wednesday evenings at 7:30 - International Folk Dancing at the church!
All dances are taught by Carol Maybrier, an excellent teacher. No partners needed; donation is $4. Beginners are welcome - first visit is free!
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| We are located at 511 S. Harbor Blvd. in Anaheim at the corner of Santa Ana St. (two blocks south of Lincoln). From the 5 freeway south, exit at Lincoln Blvd. in Anaheim, go east 0.8 miles to Harbor and south two blocks. Coming north on the 5 freeway, take the Harbor Blvd. exit and go north about one mile. From the 91 freeway, exit at Harbor Blvd., and go 1.5 miles south. Turn west and enter our parking lot from Santa Ana St. Overflow parking is available in the school lot 1/2 block south down the alley to the west. |
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Unitarian Universalists choose to live without the need for a strict creed or doctrine. We accept diversity as a strength and seek to join in community with those of other backgrounds. We are seldom interested in sectarian disputes or speculations about an afterlife or the supernatural. UUs are willing to participate in the search for understanding, peace and justice for all in the here and now. We respect the earth and the awe-inspiring journey of life on this planet, and we seek to improve the state of humanity worldwide.
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Oct. 23, 2009