Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation

UU Recovery & Support Group
2024-04-10 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-03-27 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Denver) | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
The UU Addiction Recovery Group, led by Rev. Dana and Pedro Lopez, is open to anyone seeking a community of support for their addiction recovery or those with loved ones struggling with addiction. It is based on the twelve-step approach and is intended to be a support for other twelve-step programs. Meetings will take place on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month, 6:30-8 p.m.

Reconnecting to Nature Class
2024-04-09 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-04-02 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-03-26 09:00 - 11:00 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
The “Reconnecting to Nature” class will begin on Tuesday, March 19, and continue for the next six Tuesdays, plus two field trips. The class will be held in Parker Hall from 9:00am to 11:00am.
Our curriculum will utilize the Ecochallenge.org e-book “Reconnecting with Earth,” alongside other materials. Classes will cover:

Personal experiences in nature
Different worldviews about the earth
Religious and indigenous perspectives of nature
Modern science cosmology
Ecopsychology
Rewilding our nature connections
Designing eco-centric cultures

Online Mindfulness & Meditation
2024-04-08 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-03-25 19:00 - 20:00
A typical session includes a guided meditation, counsel from various Awakened teachers (through the media), and a lively discussion.

We will meet in Zoom Room #2. Please click here to join.

Lunch Buunch
2024-04-07 12:00 - 14:00
Join us for a delightful gathering at The Pourhouse, located at 124 E 4th St, at 12:00 PM. Indulge in delicious food and engaging conversations. While reservations are not required, they are appreciated. We look forward to seeing you there!

Board Forum in the Sanctuary
2024-04-07 11:30 - 12:30
The Board will hold a Forum on Future Minister Options this Sunday, April 7th, in the sanctuary after the service.
Sally Henry & Rebecca Williams will discuss the goals of our unique ‘Interim Ministry’ and potential paths forward after Rev Dana Lightsey’s contract ends on June 30, 2025. All members and friends are encouraged to attend–the board values your input!

Worship Service - “It's 2024. Let's Talk about Spiritual Practices” Rev. Roger Butts
2024-04-07 10:00 - 11:15 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Perhaps you are like me: a little worried about 2024. A little anxious. Democracy in the US seems frail. There are forces that appear to want to weaken democracy moving forward. Our political landscape is dysfunctional and divided. As we continue to dream and build the beloved community, what can we do to stay focused and grounded? Let’s explore that together. One thing I’ll suggest is maintaining spiritual practices.

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Auction Planning Meeting
2024-04-06 10:30 - 11:30 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
We are having an Auction Organizing Meeting. We’re going to get together and have a good time meeting up, organizing, brainstorming, and preparing to have a great auction, Growing Something Good!! Bring your ideas and your calendars! We are looking to staff the auction and assign roles. Please give some thought to how you would like to help and be ready to volunteer. Please attend this meeting in person, but if you are unable to, there will be a simultaneous Zoom meeting (if you don’t attend in person, you’ll miss out on the fun and food).
Questions? Concerns? Please contact Scott Walker via phone or text at (970) 430-8142 or email at crittersitterscott@yahoo.com. See you there!

Zoom Room 1: https://zoom.us/j/95746329454?pwd=[REDACTED]

Loveland Community Kitchen (Volunteer Opportunity)
2024-04-05 16:00 - 19:00 | Loveland Community Kitchen, 427 N Garfield Ave, Loveland, CO, United States
We are looking for volunteers to join us in serving the community! No cooking experience is required! Come join us for a rewarding experience of serving those in need. We appreciate your support!

Choir Rehearsal
2024-04-04 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-03-28 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-03-21 18:30 - 20:00
Hey singers – Let’s come together and make some music! We are a casual and fun choral community that welcomes all interested. No audition is necessary, just an enthusiasm for music. All are welcome! Rehearsals will take place in the Sanctuary.

Music Ministry Meeting (Closed Group)
2024-04-04 18:00 - 19:30

UUkes
2024-04-03 18:30 - 20:00
UUkes is a group of people who enjoy learning and playing the ukulele. We occasionally perform for NUUC church services or other events, but mostly we just have fun. Whether you are a beginner or have been playing the ukulele for a while, you are welcome to join us.

Meditation in Parker Hall
2024-04-03 10:00 - 11:15 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Meditation is a practice of presence that you can bring alive in all settings and situations. We have a wonderful group of practitioners from new to experienced and a lot of fun together while we learn to live in the present moment! Our meetings consist of guided meditations, silent meditating and lively discussion! Everyone is invited and can pop in at any time.

Worship Service - "New Life" - Rev. Dana Lightsey
2024-03-31 10:00 - 11:15 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Happy Easter! The ice is melting and the energy in the air is potent with potential. New life is emerging all around us. Life is transforming yet again, carrying us into a beautiful new day. Life is calling. Do you answer? What is new that’s arising in you? Come, let us celebrate together!

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“Roots of Injustice, Seeds of Change: Toward Right Relationship with Native Peoples” UU Workshop
2024-03-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Unitarian Universalist Church, 5001 Pennsylvania Ave., Boulder
LEARN the real history of this country through the voices of Native Americans, Euro-American colonists and historians
EXPERIENCE this history as you never have before
UNDERSTAND why this history matters to all Americans today
INTERACT with Native and non-Native people to build relationships based on truth, respect, and justice

Suggested donation: $10-20 (not required, but supports the ongoing work of
the Friends Peace Teams)
TO REGISTER, click on this link: **https://forms.gle/3rSVojwgoniyZaYW9**
Questions? Contact Karen Churnside at chside@aol.com or 303-579-8977

Ecospirituality Meeting
2024-03-30 12:00 - 14:00 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Join us for NUUC Ecospirituality gathering on March 30 from 12 pm to 2 pm, with a possible walk from 1 pm to 2 pm depending on the weather. Here is the agenda:

Welcome
Informal discussion: Each person is invited to share for a few minutes about Earth Day and/or a Rachel Carson story.
Reading and sharing a short Lynne Cherry story.
Nature-related craft: Creating fairy doors or another nature-inspired craft.
Nature walk: Weather permitting, led by the leader or co-leader.

A Special Evening Concert with composer and performer Jim Scott in the NUUC Sanctuary
2024-03-29 18:30 - 20:30 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
$20 Requested Donation per person
“The Year to Save the Earth” – A Multimedia Experience Co-hosted by NUUC Music Ministry and Climate Justice Ministry
Mixing powerful songs and beautiful projected images, Jim Scott’s lyrical melodies and outspoken poetry raise up celebration, grieving, protest and positive vision for the planet. As well as hard reality, the program’s message is one of optimism with many invitations to join in the singing. Facing the urgency of the environmental crisis, the musical and visual experience challenges us to feel, to learn and to act.
Jim Scott
A prolific composer and guitarist, Jim’s played at more than 700 UU churches over four decades of travels. Formerly a member of the Paul Winter Consort, Jim was composer of their celebrated Missa Gaia/Earth Mass and sang their anthem song Common Ground. With a warmth and humor in his jazz and world music influenced songs Jim presents outspoken messages of peace, justice, and the Earth. He has toured the world, recorded nine CDs of original music and published a growing line of choral works. One of the originators of the UU “Green Sanctuary” program, Jim also compiled the Earth and Spirit Songbook, an anthology of 110 songs of Earth by many contemporary composers.

Pastoral Care (Closed Group)
2024-03-28 14:00 - 15:30

Virtual Social Sisterhood
2024-03-28 12:00 - 13:00
The social sisterhood aims to create a virtual space for church women to connect bi-monthly, transcending geographical boundaries. Participants join from various locations, engaging in heartfelt conversations about their lives. There’s no set agenda, there’s no membership. It’s an inclusive forum for women to connect, fostering dialogue, and sharing ideas—ideal for newcomers or long-time members seeking meaningful connections within the church community.
We will meet virtually in Zoom Room 1. Please click here to connect.

Board of Trustees Meeting
2024-03-26 14:00 - 16:00
Zoom Room 1: Join Zoom Meeting
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Together Colorado
2024-03-25 09:30 - 11:30
Zoom Room 1: https://zoom.us/j/95746329454?pwd=[REDACTED]

Workshop: Becoming a Peacemaker
2024-03-24 11:30 - 12:30 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Join Rev. Carter to explore questions such as, Who am I, uniquely? What is my purpose? What gifts do I have to help fulfill my purpose? Where am I blocked in fulfilling my purpose? And, now what? We will discuss how to create safe circles of connection with healthy communication.
In each step, we will discuss the topic. Each person will have 2 to 3 minutes to write about the topic, and then we will break into small groups to share and listen. We will practice these steps so that each attendee can go into their own circles and implement the strategies. All handouts will be provided to take home and use.

A donation of any amount for Suzanne’s workshop is most appreciated.

Worship Service "You Must be Present to Win" - Rev. Suzanne Carter
2024-03-24 10:00 - 11:15 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
In life, we must learn to be present for ourselves and others in order to fulfill our dreams, our divine purpose, and have fulfilling relationships. Horses are masters of relationships, and they teach us how to “be” in life. They teach us that we must stay connected to our herd if we want to be safe and live a fulfilling life.

GUEST BIO

Suzanne Carter brings a wealth of experience. With 25 years in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP), she has been immersed in the wisdom of horses, emphasizing the significance of unmounted interactions. As a Unity minister and psychotherapist for four decades, Suzanne emphasizes the empowerment found in respecting our sacred selves and tapping into the inherent wisdom within. Her work focuses on removing obstacles to unveil each individual’s uniqueness and wisdom.

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Dances of Universal Peace
2024-03-23 18:30 - 20:30 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
As a follow up to the Sunday Service on Sufism, join Rev. Dana and other dance leaders for Dances of Universal Peace. We will sing and dance simple songs and chants from faith traditions all around the world. All ages welcome! No experience necessary.

CoSM Meeting (Closed Group)
2024-03-21 14:00 - 16:00
Meets in Aspen Room.
Zoom Room: https://zoom.us/j/95746329454?pwd=[REDACTED]
