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Theme for the Month:
Congregation Growing Up.
The Columbine
Unitarian Universalist Church officially turns 19 this
month, so our theme is growing up, which you surely are.
In the middle of this month, we have a week and two
Sundays devoted to same-gender relationships, which may
not seem to be exactly “birthday” fare. But yes, as we
grow up, we need to take well considered positions on
important matters. We end the month with the beginning
of your annual fund drive. “Acceptance of one another
and encouragement to spiritual growth” is the principle
associated with this month's theme.
February 5
"Fire of
Commitment"
Rev. Mary Wellemeyer
In the middle of the Second World War, it became clear
that very bad things were happening to Jews in Europe. A
young Unitarian minister and his wife, Waitstill and
Martha Sharp, answered an appeal from the Unitarian
Service Committee to go to Prague and see how Unitarians
could help. The rest is history. Special music by
Fr. Ron Ivins.
February 12
"Faith in
Politics"
Kierstin Homblette,
Ministerial Intern
As a new legislative session begins in Colorado, many
polarized political debates will be revived− about
immigration, civil unions, the economy, and other issues
close to our hearts. In a political arena that often
values sound-bites, party line votes, short range
vision, and oppositional dialogue, how can we, as people
of faith, engage with our lawmakers and create
partnerships with our neighbors in ways that honor our
most deeply held beliefs? Come worship with us, as we
explore the holy at the core of the political. Special
music by Deb Suzuki and Sue Fraley.
February 19
"Adam and
Steve"
Rev. Mary Wellemeyer
Split the Plate Sunday
Rev. Mary shares her reflections on Biblical references
to same gender attraction. God may not have made Adam
and Steve, but God surely did make David and Jonathan.
There's more! We'll also take time today to celebrate
the nineteenth anniversary of CUUC's charter from the
Unitarian Universalist Association. The Choir will sing.
February 26
"Leaping
Forward"
Rev. Mary Wellemeyer
This is a leap year, and it's totally appropriate to be
“leaping forward” into the next phase of your history.
Your sense of mission is calling your forward into a new
time of commitment and adventure. Let's celebrate the
journey! Special music by Rev. Mary and Kathy Derrick.
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