Rev. Dana shares from her journey with the Middle Eastern spiritual tradition of Sufism. We will learn from the great Sufi poets, including Rumi, Hafiz, Kabir, and Rabia of Basara. This service is requested by last year’s auction winner (kathy hartman) for a sermon of your choice. Click Here for the Zoom Link!
The board will offer open forums to discuss church issues with the congregation. It has been noted that our bi-annual congregational meetings are just too packed with important business to have room for the informal talks that we need as a community. These forums will be held for an hour or so after church services … Continue reading Board Forum
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.
Taking place in the Social Hall & Zoom Room #1 https://zoom.us/j/95746329454?pwd=bDlQdzl5MUtqNDdvZUpHK2pRcVp6UT09
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 … Continue reading Meditation in Parker Hall
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!
For UUs, working for justice and equity is not a culture war; it's a spiritual path driven and guided by our belief in the worth and dignity of everyone—both the oppressed and the oppressor. Join us as we explore ways to ensure that when we stand for justice and equity, we are also standing on … Continue reading Worship Service – “Us and Them: A Cautionary Tale” – Guest Speaker, Herb Orrell
Let's gather at the Black Steer in downtown Loveland. We can enjoy delicious food while discussing plans for the upcoming year. Looking forward to seeing you there!
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 … Continue reading Meditation in Parker Hall
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 … Continue reading Virtual Social Sisterhood
We discuss important matters in our community and our world and find ways to transform not only our thoughts about them but ways in which we can take action.
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.
All Mystery Pals and their families are invited! If you are an adult/teen Mystery Pal, please bring a small ($5) gift for your Pal. Thank you to all who are helping with and participating in this wonderful opportunity of intergenerational friendship.
Within each of us, there is sweetness and sourness. We are all capable of being kind and hurtful. We do not always see the best in each other; in fact, that can be hard to do. What happens when we intentionally cultivate seeing the sweetness in each person? This service will include a ritual Rev. … Continue reading Worship Service – “Sweet Magic” – Rev. Dana Lightsey
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.
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 … Continue reading UU Recovery & Support Group
Meets in Aspen Room. Zoom Room: https://zoom.us/j/95746329454?pwd=bDlQdzl5MUtqNDdvZUpHK2pRcVp6UT09
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.
This month UU Writers are writing about JUSTICE & EQUITY. Below is the packet with the prompts from Soul Matters. We would love to have you join us if you enjoy writing and sharing your thoughts! Please contact Janen Wright to register for this monthly program. sm_2024-02_uuw_participant_justice_equity
Namaqua hosts our own Open Mic Night! Come one, come all – musicians, poets, comedians, actors, dancers, storytellers, jugglers – anyone with something to share or who wants to be part of a supportive audience is welcome.
If someone was being unfairly hunted and persecuted and they came to your door, what would you do? What would you want this church to do? How would you want to be treated if it were you? This service will explore our UU history of showing up at critical moments to harbor and even rescue … Continue reading Worship Service – “Would You Harbor Me?” – Rev. Dana Lightsey
This is a welcome gathering for newcomers who want to learn more about Namaqua and Unitarian Universalism. It takes place on the 3rd Sunday of each month, after the service, in Rev. Dana’s office. Feel free to bring your questions!
After the service, we will enjoy lunch together and watch the Ken Burns film, "Defying the Nazis: the Sharps' War". This movie tells the story of Unitarian minister Waitstill Sharp (voiced by Tom Hanks) and his wife, Martha Sharp, who rescued thousands of Jews, intellectuals, and children during WWII. You can also join the movie … Continue reading Potluck and a Movie: “Defying the Nazis”
Join us as we set aside an evening where we can come together in community to learn more about ourselves and each other. Through a process called SoulCollage®, created by therapist Seena Frost more than 20 years ago, we will select random images to collage onto a card that will help us to map our … Continue reading Women’s Group: An Evening With SoulCollage®
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 … Continue reading Meditation in Parker Hall
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 … Continue reading Virtual Social Sisterhood
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.
Interested in learning more about NUUC and want to become more involved? Join us for an "Exploring Your Involvement with NUUC" chili luncheon in Parker Hall. This event is an excellent opportunity to meet your fellow Namaquans, learn about our congregation's organizational structure, and discover volunteer opportunities. Plus, you get to enjoy some delicious chili! … Continue reading Exploring Your Involvement with NUUC
”Don't ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive, and go do that, because what the world needs is people who have come alive.”— Howard Thurman Join worship associates Janen Wright and Debbie Gentry to explore what you can offer to our beautiful, yet broken world. Click Here for the … Continue reading Worship Service – What Makes You Come Alive? – Janen Wright
Embracing the interconnectedness of all life, our upcoming Eco Spirituality meeting will delve into the theme of "Us and Them" and removing the stigma and ideology of “the other.” Inspired by humans and nature, we invite you to reflect on moments when you've encountered this dichotomy and discovered a harmonious compromise or union. Such as … Continue reading Ecospirituality Meeting
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.
The Loveland City Council has passed a resolution to create a task force to develop a Climate Action Plan. It's time for our committee to get back to work. Everyone is welcome. Contact kathy hartman for more information.
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 … Continue reading UU Recovery & Support Group
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!
Do you enjoy being a part of our Namaqua UU Beloved Community? Are you curious about Membership? If so, please join Rev. Dana and our Membership Ministry for Exploring Membership class in Parker Hall. Drinks and snacks are provided.
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