Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation

Finance Committee Meeting (Closed Group)
2025-02-19 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Parker Hall Reserved
Zoom Room #1: https://zoom.us/j/95746329454?pwd=[REDACTED]

Treasury Team Meeting
2025-02-19 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-10 15:00 - 18:00 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Parker Hall Reserved

Winter Leadership Summit
2025-02-16 13:00 - 16:00 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States

Worship Service -"Kindness is Our Religion"
2025-02-16 10:00 - 11:15 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Unitarian Universalism is welcoming to all people of goodwill and kindness. We come from many paths and backgrounds and have a multitude of beliefs, yet we are unified in the values we share, with love and kindness at the center. Join Rev. Dana, Ryan Marvel, and the NUUC Choir for this uplifting service that celebrates our commonalities and our differences.

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A Path to Spiritual Wholeness: Navigating Our Inner Critic
2025-02-15 12:30 - 14:00, 2025-02-01 12:30 - 14:00 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Join us for a transformative workshop on shame resilience in our spiritual life. Over four dynamic sessions, we’ll explore how shame can block our spiritual growth, and prevent us from embracing vulnerability, trust, and wholehearted living. Drawing on insights from Dr. Brené Brown’s research on shame and vulnerability, we’ll examine the ways people often try to avoid these feelings and how such avoidance can limit our connections with ourselves, others, and the divine. Together, we’ll uncover practices that help us lean into vulnerability, foster trust, and open ourselves to deeper spiritual fulfillment.
This series is for anyone who is ready to explore their shame stories, cultivate self-compassion, and build resilience in the context of their spiritual journey. Whether you’re struggling with feelings of unworthiness or simply looking to strengthen your capacity for wholehearted living, this workshop will offer both insight and practical tools to help you grow in authenticity, courage, and connection. Join us and take the next step in embracing a more compassionate, open-hearted spiritual life.

Session Dates:

Session 1: 2/1
Session 2: 2/15
Session 3: 3/1
Session 4: 3/15

Contact info: Ryushin.hart@gmail.com
Cost: $20 donation per session encouraged
Max. number of attendees: 20

All people, registered or not, are welcome at the first workshop. Registration closes after the first workshop.
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There will also be a Zoom option available for those who cannot attend in person.
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Ministry Council Meeting (Closed Group)
2025-02-15 09:00 - 11:00 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Parker Hall Reserved.
Zoom Room #1: https://zoom.us/j/95746329454?pwd=[REDACTED]

UU Writers
2025-02-14 13:00 - 14:30 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Join us for UU Writers, our monthly creative writing group where we gather to discuss the topic of the month. If you enjoy writing and sharing your thoughts, we’d love to have you with us!

Social Justice Ministry
2025-02-13 15:00 - 17:00 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
During our meetings, we discuss various social justice issues and plan events and activities to raise awareness and support. We welcome all who are interested in joining us in this vital work.

Virtual Social Sisterhood
2025-02-13 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.

Membership Meeting (Closed Group)
2025-02-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Zoom Room #1: https://zoom.us/j/95746329454?pwd=[REDACTED]

Worship Associate Meeting (Closed Group)
2025-02-09 12:00 - 14:00 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Happening Off-site

Fundraising Meeting
2025-02-09 11:30 - 12:30 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Happening in the Sanctuary.

Worship Service - “Nothing About Us Without Us”
2025-02-09 10:00 - 11:15 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Join Worship Associates kathy hartman and Scott Walker and Music Director Ryan Marvel as they explore how we can choose to include and share our stories with those coming from different lived experiences and perspectives.

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Dances of Universal Peace
2025-02-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Need more peace in your life? Join Rev. Dana, Lola, Jyoti, Yusuf, and others for another beautiful evening of Dances of Universal Peace at Namaqua UU Congregation.
$20 suggested donation.

Mystery Pals Grand Reveal Breakfast Party
2025-02-08 09:30 - 11:00 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
It’s time for the Mystery Pals Grand Reveal Breakfast Party! After weeks of secret correspondence, Mystery Pals and their families are invited to uncover the identities of their pals and celebrate their new friendships.
If you are an adult or teen Mystery Pal, please bring a small gift (valued at $5) for your Pal. Thank you to everyone who helped make this wonderful opportunity for intergenerational friendship possible. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Loveland Community Kitchen (Volunteer Opportunity)
2025-02-07 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!

Music Ministry Meeting (Closed Group)
2025-02-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States

Mindfulness Group in Parker Hall
2025-02-06 10:00 - 11:15 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
This open group welcomes everyone to drop in anytime. Our meetings focus on guided meditations and thoughtful discussions, providing a nurturing space to explore mindfulness practices. You’ll find a supportive community to connect with as we embark on this journey of self-discovery and presence together.

UUkes
2025-02-05 18:30 - 20:00
Looking to learn the ukulele and have fun? Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, our group is the perfect place to build your skills and enjoy music. We start each session by teaching basic chords and strumming techniques, and we’ll have extra ukuleles available for anyone who wants to try it out before purchasing their own.

Expect lots of fun, good music, and great company! No experience required—just bring your enthusiasm for learning and playing.
We meet in Parker Hall at 6:30 PM on the first and third Wednesday of each month (except during the summer).

Sanctuary & Parker Hall Reserved
2025-02-05 11:00 - 13:00 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Reserved by K9

Senior Connect: Virtual Meetup
2025-02-04 14:00 - 15:00 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
NUUC’s Pastoral Care Ministry is offering a new online (Zoom-only) program for seniors, especially those who are feeling isolated. While the topics will vary depending on the group’s interests and needs, the objectives will include:
• Creating a connected community
• Discussing common issues
• Identifying and accessing resources

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Worship Service - “Nothing Left to Give”
2025-02-02 10:00 - 11:15 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
British Anthropologist Robert Dunbar posited that most humans can only reasonably care about 150 people. So what about everyone else? Guest minister dr clare hammoor, Worship Associate Linda Lyons, and Music Director Ryan Marvel explore this question in a service with an eye toward compassionate action.

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Political Policy Team Meeting
2025-01-31 18:00 - 19:30 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
All are welcome! We’ll begin discussing On Freedom by Timothy Snyder, covering the first 100 pages or so. But feel free to come even if you haven’t read the book—we have far-reaching discussions on political policies, and our hopes, fears, and dreams for a better society.

Board of Trustees Meeting
2025-01-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Zoom Room 1: Join Zoom Meeting
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Congregational Meeting
2025-01-26 11:15 - 12:00 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
We’ll hold a special Congregational Meeting on Sunday, January 26th after the Sunday service.
The purpose will be to vote on this motion:
Moved, that the Congregation intends to approve a fiscal year 2025/26 budget that includes at least $20,000-40,000 from either our savings or additional fundraising.
Background
Moving to a sustainable staffing model next year might trigger a ministerial search and affect other staff positions. The Board would like us to use next fiscal year, 2025/26 (which starts July 1st), to put in place a sustainable staffing model for the following year, in 2026/27. This would mean either accessing our savings or additional fundraising in 2025/26.
~ Rebecca Williamson, president, Namaqua Board of Trustees

Worship Service - "Telling a Better Tale"
2025-01-26 10:00 - 11:15 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
As we face our fears of the future, let us consider the stories we tell ourselves. What new and better stories and perspectives will help us through? It is time to tell a better tale. Join Rev. Dana and AnnMarie Kajencki as Worship Associate as we explore the possibilities.

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Newsletter Submission Deadline
2025-01-25 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States

Three-Part Music Theory Class
2025-01-23 17:00 - 18:00 | Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 745 E 5th St, Loveland, 80537, United States
Join Ryan Marvel, our Music Director, for a three-part Music Theory Series in the Sanctuary. Whether you’re a beginner or have some musical background, this series is designed to guide you through the fundamentals of music theory.
In this class, you’ll cover:

Basic concepts like note names, rhythms, and the staff
Advanced topics such as time signatures, key signatures, scales, and the circle of fifths

Open to all skill levels! Interested? Contact Ryan via email at musicdir@namaquauu.org or simply show up!
