Fri, March 15, 2019, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM MST
Scottsdale Congregational UCC, 4425 N Granite Reef Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Everyone is looking for a place of safety and rest in the midst of an uncertain, often chaotic and confusing life. The Buddha’s teaching and practices remind us that we can rediscover a sense of well being within our own nature, a way of living in harmony with life and a welcoming community of support. Howie will offer some instruction and guidance in Mindfulness practice and Lovingkindness, and explore the relevance of the Buddha's teachings on taking refuge in our modern lives.
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Encanto Community Church celebrated their 75th anniversary on January 27! Check out the photos from their newsletter.
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Rev. Derrick Elliott was installed as Pastor and Teacher of Desert Heritage Church UCC-DOC on Sunday, February 10.
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The Goshen College Chamber Choir and Chamber Orchestra will be performing a program "All of Us: A Song of Gratitude" at 7:30 PM on Monday, February 25 in the First Congregational UCC Albuquerque sanctuary as a part of their 2019 Southwest tour. First Congregational is partnering with neighbors up the street, the Albuquerque Mennonite Church, to sponsor this performance.
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Holly Herman compiles the Church Jottings from your church newsletters.
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The position description for the Director of Youth Ministry that the Youth Task Force has put together is now available. If you know of anyone who might be interested, please pass the information along or let Michael-Ann know. Resumes can be sent to Michael-Ann@DesertPalmUCC.org.
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Gordon Street will be entering into a 3-way covenant with First Church Phoenix UCC and the Southwest Conference on Friday, April 5, during the Conference’s Annual Meeting. Gordon has given this title to his ministry: A Ministry of Making Spiritual Connection.
Gordon shares a brief reflection as to how he perceives his roles, mission, and ministry among us.
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Holly Herman compiles the Church Jottings from your church newsletters.
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Two workshops presented by Rev. Martie McMane on Saturday, February 23, 2019
Scottsdale Congregational UCC, 4225 N Granite Reef Rd , Scottsdale AZ
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Holly Herman compiles the Church Jottings from your church newsletters.
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February 10, 5 p.m. at Scottsdale Congregational, 4425 N Granite Reef Road, Scottsdale
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Jazz Coffeehouse Concert Series
Sunday, February 17, 6:00 p.m. in Nelson Hall at Church of the Beatitudes
Interpret jazz in a whole new way with the innovative sounds of the Brett Reed & Union 32 Quintet.
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With Christians on the run in the Middle East, and Muslim fighters declaring war on the West and modernity, one Muslim scholar wants to talk about what we all have in common; Jesus. To mark the World Interfaith Harmony Week, Shepherd of the Hills and SEMA Foundation are proud to welcome Professor Zeki Saritoprak and extend a Straightforward Invitation to Dialogue and Islamic Art, Science and Culture in the Southwest.
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Holly Herman compiles the Church Jottings from your church newsletters.
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February 22–24, 2019 at Church of the Palms, $25
This weekend retreat is coordinated by Church of the Palms' Lifelong Learning Board who has contracted with Sr. Sharon Zayac, OP for a weekend presentation. Sr. Sharon’s ministry has focused on the new Cosmic Spirituality and Eco-Spirituality. She is recognized nationally and internationally as a teacher and preacher on this topic.
Program schedule: Friday, February 22, 6–8 pm with reception to follow and Saturday, February 23, 9 am–3:30 pm (lunch/breaks included). Sunday morning Sr. Sharon will be speaking at Church of the Palms.
Tickets are $25; pre-registration is required as there is limited seating.
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Wednesday, January 30, 2019, 6:30 PM at Rincon Congregational UCC, Tucson
The Creation Care ministry at Rincon UCC will show “Happening: A Clean Energy Revolution,” a documentary that explores many forms of energy and the viability of the various energy options. It does so with humor and hope, giving viewers information and insight into how we can help create a more sustainable world by our individual and congregational choices and by communal advocacy
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Holly Herman compiles the Church Jottings from your church newsletters - be sure to add Holly and Wende to your mailing list!
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SAVE THE DATE! February 8 - 10, 2019
Our Whole Lives (OWL) Facilitator Training
OWL combines accurate and straightforward information about sexuality with a set of core values: self-worth, sexual health, responsibility, and justice & inclusivity.
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Saturday & Sunday, January 19–20 at United Church of Santa Fe, 1804 Arroyo Chamiso
Choral Workshop and Concert with nationally-known Composer Libby Larsen at United Church of Santa Fe over Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend.
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Holly Herman compiles the Church Jottings from your church newsletters - be sure to add Holly and Wende to your mailing list!
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