Our Vision: An inclusive religious community, a beacon for reason, meaning and bold social action. Our Mission: To celebrate dignity and respect for all, nurture lifelong spiritual growth, act for justice and equality, and serve the wider community. | | Celebrating 75 Years of Spiritual Community and Action for Social Justice | | |
The Octagram
Friday, July 10, 2026
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Sunday Service
July 12, 2026
10:30 am - 11:30 am
In the Octagon and on Zoom
Thomas Jefferson, second Unitarian U.S. President, but not the last.
This sermon will explore the lives and contributions of the Unitarian
Presidents of the United States.
With Bill Norsworthy
Worship Associate is Ed Kraemer
CLICK HERE FOR THE ORDER OF SERVICE
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Zoom link is the same for all Sunday services
https://zoom.us/j/9611901492
Meeting ID: 967 1190 1492
You can also join from your landline or cell phone by calling 301 715 8592 and
entering 967 1190 1492 when prompted to enter the meeting ID
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We love babies! You and your little ones are welcome in our sanctuary (yes, even when fussy!). However, if you prefer, you may also utilize our nursery which has a broadcast of our service, comfy seating, and toys for kids.
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Open Issues
Sunday, July 12, 2026
9:30 - 10:25
Patio Room
The preamble to the constitution includes the phrase “to promote the
general welfare.”
What does that mean?
Alan Nitzman is facilitating
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Click HERE for Rev. Amy's Letter for July
"Bread and Butter Pickles"
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Community Outreach Recipient for July
Florida Rising Together is a 501c3 organization dedicated to advancing economic and racial justice across the state by building power in historically marginalized communities. It develops leaders that will help shift power so communities get to decide their own destinies.
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To our generous UUCers:
Please donate via Breeze and donations baskets only during a recipient's designated month, and thereafter directly to the recipient via either its website or check to its physical address.
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We are facing the most brazen rollback of civil rights and democratic protections in generations. That’s why the UUC Social Justice Council invites you to honor the late Congressman John Lewis by participating in Good Trouble Events in our area.
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On Friday July 17 a group of us are going to Anona United Methodist Church, 13233 Indian Rocks Road, Largo 33774 to have dinner and view the movie “Selma”. Dinner starts at 5 and the movie starts at 8:15. This event is free and they are asking for donations for the dinner. Please register at Anona.com/events. If you want to carpool from UUC contact Carole V at socialjustice@uuc.com
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Then on July 18 from 9am-11am on Gulf to Bay and Park Place Blvd our friends from Indivisible North Pinellas are holding a sign waving event. Wear your UUC tee shirts and proudly stand for voting rights. Bring water and chairs and a friend.
| | Click HERE to see the latest version of our UUC Social Justice Calendar of Events. If you would like to subscribe to the monthly email distribution, please contact Carol Hamilton at khamilt9@verizon.net. | | |
UUC Member Art Show
The Octagon Gallery
2470 Nursery Rd., Clearwater, FL 33764
Now through September 24, 2026
The exhibit is up, thanks to the participation of Rev. Amy Kindred, Melissa Miller-Nece, Dennis Krohn, Barbara Tobin, Sue Hand, Taelynna Czech, Barbara Murphey, and the two children of Stephanie Winner, Parker and Sierra Shipman. Please take time to view the art and thank the artists.
Gallery Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 9 - noon (it is recommended that you call first to ensure availability @ 727-531-7704);
Sundays, before/after the 10:30 service
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Please note that CHAIR YOGA will not be held on Saturday, July 25, 2026. All other Saturdays are scheduled as usual. Refer to calendar at end of newsletter for details..
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Attention: individual UUC members and pledging friends, covenant groups, social groups...
UUC is now on TikTok @uu.clearwater and we need your help for video content. Please send videos or photos of your events or messages to Lori via text @ 303-819-3036.
Note - not all submissions will be utilized. Submissions will be edited and posted to UUC's social media accounts without tagging or naming individuals.
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UUC Cares Food Pantry
With the rising costs of food and fuel, these times can cause stress and hardship. Therefore, UUC now has an in-house food pantry filled with non-perishable items in the closet area of the Westwood Room. Guests, friends, and members of UUC are invited to take food items as needed. Anyone can take, anyone can give.
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Sweet or Savory...
Snacks Needed for Social Hour
It's so easy! Zoraida Santana, our custodian, will prepare the coffee, help you set up snacks and clean up afterwards. Covenant groups, committees, or individuals, please consider volunteering. Any purchases can be reimbursed. Click HERE to sign up for a Sunday or use the signup sheet to the left in the hallway going into the social hall. Any questions, you can contact Rich Cann at richcann96@gmail.com
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If you would like to submit a JOY or SORROW to share at Sunday service, click HERE.
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We offer options for FINANCIALLY SUPPORTING UUC. Click HERE to find what method will work best for you and make a contribution. Thank you!
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If you would like to contribute FLOWERS for a service, click HERE to email Ana "Soledad" Vaquer to coordinate. Deadline is the Wednesday before the Sunday you choose.
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Photos & videos wanted - If you take photos or videos at a UUC event, please share them with Margie Manning at margiem821@uuc.org or Lori via text at 303-819-3036 for consideration for use in various media platforms.
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What else is happening at UUC next week?
Want more information? Who's the contact person? Where? Check the CALENDAR tab on the website, where all will be revealed!
Friday, July 10:
1 - 3 pm: Speaking Plainly on Zoom
https://zoom.us/j/98613138312
Saturday, July 11:
10 - 11 am: Chair yoga (Surti Hall)
7 - 8 pm: Free to Be Me, AA group (Patio Room)
Monday, July 13: Campus Closed
Tuesday, July 14:
5:30 - 8:30 pm: Exhale Meditation (Zoom only for month of July) https://zoom.us/j/96648146323
7 - 8 pm: Free to Be Me, AA group (Patio Room)
Wednesday, July 15: Noon: Deadline for all publications
Thursday, July 16:
11:30 - 1:30 pm: Daytime meditation (Patio Room)
7:30 - 8:30 pm: Unity AA group (Patio Room)
Friday, July 17:
1 - 3 pm: Speaking Plainly on Zoom
https://zoom.us/j/98613138312
6 - 9 pm: Hispanic Women's Coalition (Social Hall)
Saturday, July 18:
10 - 11 am: Yoga (Surti Hall)
7 - 8 pm: Free to Be Me, AA group (Patio Room)
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