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An Open & Affirming Congregation

A Just Peace Congregation

An Accessibility 2 All Congregation

June 2025

Our Sunday service is live and on our Zoom channel. The recording of the service will be available online later that day on Facebook, YouTube and on our Website.

If you are planning on attending a United Church of the Valley Sunday Service or other event and require a ASL interpreter, please email admin@ucvchurch.org so that we can meet your specific needs.

Worship

This coming Sunday, June 8, is Pentecost Sunday. Pentecost is remembered as the day that the Holy Spirit came down as a mighty rushing wind and with tongues of fire. When I was a child, Spirit was called the Holy Ghost and I confess I thought that was a bit creepy. I liked (and still do) the part of the story where the multitude of people that were gathered, though they were all speaking in their own mother tongues, could understand one another. That gives me a glimmer of hope in our current times of division. For me, today, Spirit embodies the sacred that is within each of us. I love the Hindu and Buddhist traditional welcome or

blessing “namaste”. It is a greeting sometimes translated as “the divine in me bows to the divine in you or “the light in me honors the light in you”. On Pentecost Sunday, Rev. Jen’s message will be “Suddenly God’s Wild Love Breaks Through: A Pentecost Invitation.” The Liturgical color for Pentecost Sunday is red, alluding to the Tongues of Flames that descended. On the following Sunday we enter the liturgical season of Pentecost (sometimes

also referred to as Ordinary Time). This is the longest church season, extending all the way to the beginning of Advent. The liturgical color is green, symbolizing growth. On June 15, we will be recognizing our graduates, Lucas Eddy, Lee Eddy and Charlie Phillip. June 29 is Pride Sunday. We will re-affirm UCV’s Open and Affirming Covenant and joyfully celebrate together.

On behalf of the DeLuz Farmworkers & myself I’d like to express shear gratitude for my UCV’s continued support of love & generous contributions. We are a small congregation with great big loving Christian hearts! From the bottom of my heart, Thank you all! 

Becky Sulzmann

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UCV Official Designations

The United Church of the Valley, your church, is officially designated a/an:



Open & Affirming Congregation

Just Peace Congregation

Accessibility 2 All Congregation

Pastoral Care Ministry

Even though we don’t have a paid pastor at UCV, we have a number of lay pastors who want to be there for you as you travel down life’s sometimes difficult road. Please contact Sandy Selby at (502) 930-2199 to receive a confidential referral. 

The Ruth Sharp Meditation Garden sits in front of the United Church of the Valley building, a totem of peace and hope for all people. A place to come and sit to reflect on life.

Christian Education

Reclaiming the Light: Errico Rocco's "Let There Be Light" - an overview by Rev. Jen Zechlin

The opening words of Genesis, "Let there be light," have long been a source of wonder and contemplation. But for those seeking a faith that embraces inclusivity, justice, and critical thinking, traditional interpretations can often feel restrictive. Errico Rocco's "Let There Be Light" offers a refreshing and liberating perspective, one that resonates deeply with a progressive Christian worldview.

Rocco's exploration goes beyond literal interpretations, inviting us to see the creation narrative as a powerful metaphor for liberation and the unfolding of consciousness. He encourages us to move beyond rigid doctrines and embrace the rich symbolism of the text, recognizing its relevance to our contemporary struggles for justice and equality.

With grace and blessings,

Rev. Jen Zechlin

Phone:951-249-3255 Website: www.emilysspace.org 

Instagram: @emilys_space_ Email: EmilysSpace.Murrieta@gmail.com

JOYS

• Laurie had a great time at her grand daughter's wedding. It was in Columbia. She is home safely.
• Irene and Rosio and family are headed for Florida for the summer. Have a safe and fun trip while visiting with your mom and other family members.
• Our monthly potluck for this month will be at Jerry Hawkins on June 22nd right after church. His address is 30217 Corte Plata, Temecula 92591. Phone # is 951-428-0827. He has a swimming pool so bring your suil and towel. He has a large beautiful yard.. So come and enjoy the afternoon. Please let Donna or Sandy know if you plan to attend or just show up.
• Graduation Sunday is June 15. 
• Thank you to all of you that supported my swim for the campership fund for Pilgrim Pines. I raised more than $600.00 including funds from the Perris UCC.

 CONCERNS

• For Laurie for her son Jason. Still in hospital as of 3/24.
• Charlie (they/them) is looking for a job after completing her business courses. Also for good results on her recent blood test.
• Becky is asking for help with the food for Emily's Space for their June 14th Pride Prom to be held at Temecula Methodist Church. It is a Star Wars theme. She needs ideas and donations for food and desserts. If you can help please call Becky at 847-507-9305. 

Conference News

The Southern Calif/Nevada Conference Annual Gathering was held on May 30-31 at the Claremont UCC and the Sheraton in Pomona. The theme this year was Making a Way Together. There were business meetings, worship time and workshops/discussion groups. Donna and Lynne represented UCV at the conference. Watch for reports later this month.

Pilgrim Pines and Loch Leven will be having summer camp with Loch Leven in June and July and Pilgrim Pines in July. Pray for safe and fun times at these great camps.

Farm Workers of Deluz

Becky Sulzmann, is one of the coordinators for this effort and will be our 'point person' for this campaign. Her contact information is:



Becky Sulzmann

847-507-9305

becsulzmann@gmail.com

45002 Corte Zorita 

Temecula, Ca. 92592

See below for a full listing of needs

• all Soups, no boxed soups please
• breakfast cereals or anything breakfast related
• shelf-stable milk
• canned chicken, tuna, beef
• instant coffee
• powdered creamer
• water
• masa
• canned fruit
• top ramen
• apple sauce
• pasta
• canned stews
• pasta sauce
• peanut butter
• popcorn kernels
• quinoa
• rice
• chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• green pickled whole jalapeno peppers
• tortilla chips
• trail mix
• instant oatmeal/hot cereals
• can openers (sturdy)
• canned vegetables
• salt/pepper/spices
• chicken, beef, and vegetable broths and stock, not boxed
• dried fruits
• healthy snacks for kids
• honey
• juices for kids
• nuts, salted and unsalted
• canola oil or lard
• band aids
• paper towels
• soap-bath, dish detergent
• towels/wash cloths
• shampoo
• rubbing alcohol
• peroxide
• pain ointment or cream
• anti itch cream
• sunscreen
• toilet paper
• toothbrushes and toothpaste
• sanitizing wipes
• work gloves
• calamine lotion
• feminine hygiene supplies - no pads please

2025 Church Council

Please email any joys & concerns you would like read aloud to at . You can also send confidential prayer requests. Just indicate as such and let Sandy know if you want it shared with any of the other spiritual counselors.

June Birthdays

• Lucas Eddy - 2nd
• Jordan Toon - 3rd
• Lee Eddy - 7th
• Terin Glaser - 15th
• Rocio Martinez-Llamas - 19th
• Joan Thompson - 19th
• Amos Eddy - 25th

Even fellowship can be online, thanks to the innovative minds at Zoom! Join us for Sunday Service live and on zoom beginning at 10am. UCV has its own Zoom meeting room at https://zoom.us/j/9516981520

You can join from your Zoom app using meeting number 9516981520 

Or you can join by phone:

One tap mobile

+16699006833,9516981520# US (San Jose)

or dial 

+1-669-900-6833

and then enter 

9516981520# 

You can start your own online fellowship, too! Just email Sandy Selby at moderator@ucvchurch.org to get on the meeting schedule. 

Sunday Service - Live and on Zoom, 10AM

Book Club - We are meeting online every Sunday at 8am Zoom Meeting Room

UCV Council Meeting - 1st Sunday of the month 11:15am live and via our Zoom Meeting Room

AA Meeting - Every Monday 7pm

Women's Al-Anon Meeting - Every Wednesday 5:30pm

Men's AA Meeting - Every Wednesday 7pm

OA - 12 Step Program - Thursday 6:30pm - 7:30pm

A Big Book Study - Every Friday 7pm

C.O.D.A.Meeting - Every Sunday 5:30pm (Currently still on Zoom)

The Community House is located at

41685 Date Street, Murrieta 92562

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