December, 2015
Zimbabwe Artists Project (ZAP) - "Working Women of Zimbabwe"
This December, we are very pleased to welcome the Zimbabwe Artists Project, (ZAP), as they present the exhibition “Working Women of Zimbabwe.” The Zimbabwe Artists Project is a nonprofit organization partnering with women in Zimbabwe, buying artwork and supporting self-enterprise.
ZAP buys artwork directly, and finds a market for it in the U.S., providing a stable and consistent income for the artists. We look forward to seeing you at the Opening Reception on Sunday, December 6 from 12:00 noon to 1:30 pm.
Each colorful, unique piece of artwork shares a personal story from the artist in her own words — a folktale, local words/themes of wisdom and more. Embroideries, fabric paintings, and paintings on wooden boards offer a connection to a woman a world away.
The artists featured in ZAP are subsistence farmers, mothers, and householders, as well as artists. Most women live on their own, providing for families. Some are widowed, others are single heads of households. Women’s income from agriculture is unpredictable and limited. Sales of art help women afford food, clothing, school fees, medicines, transport, seeds, and fertilizer.
Come out and support this important organization! The Zimbabwe Artists Project purchases more art locally than any other buyer, delivering cash at the time of purchase. ZAP also provides health care assistance to the artists, covering the immediate costs of urgent health care needs, and maintains an educational assistance program providing school fees for children in the area who are orphaned. ZAP celebrates the artistry and accomplishments of these talented women, and supports their efforts to become economically selfsufficient.
Contact Nancy for more information or weekday appointments at assistant@uusm.org or (310) 829-5436. Contact Beverly at balison@aol.com, for further information about the artist or about exhibiting on the Art Wall at UU Santa Monica.
— Jackie Schwab
Community Vigil to Remember All Victims of Gun Violence
A community vigil for all victims of gun violence will be held on Sunday, Dec. 13th at 5pm in front of St. Monica’s Church at 725 California Ave., Santa Monica. This vigil is one of hundreds throughout the country that will take place during the weekend. We will light our candles to remember all victims of gun violence and recommit to preventing the epidemic of gun violence and its devastating impacts on individuals, families and communities.
For more information, contact Suzanne Verge at BradyCampaignLA@gmail.com
Peace,
Suzanne Verge
Executive Councilmember
Catholic Tri-Parish of Santa Monica
Date / Time:
Sunday, December 13, 2015 - 5:00pm - 7:10pm
Room:
Contact Name:
Suzanne Verge
Adult RE - Discussion on "A Faith for the Free" by James Luther Adams
Date / Time:
Sunday, December 13, 2015 - 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Room:
Contact Name:
James Witker
Committee on Ministry - Focus Group
Date / Time:
Monday, February 22, 2016 - 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Contact Name:
Tom Peters
Monthly Ministry Theme-Based Quotes
These lists of daily quotes related to our monthly ministry themes are prepared each month by church member Bettye Barclay.
2016
June - Pride
May - Covenant (or What Binds Us)
April - Transformation
March - (no quotes available)
February - Vocation
January - Truth
2015
December - Faith
November - Gratitude
October - Letting Go
September - Forgiveness
August - Compassion
July - Creativity
June - Mercy
May - Freedom
April - Renewal
March - Brokenness
February - God
January - Blessing
2014
December - Hope
November - Service
October - Loss
September - Love
August - Sabbath
July - Imagination
June - Justice
May - Authority
April - Salvation
March - Sacrifice
February - Prayer
January - Simplicity
2013
December - Joy
November - Grace
October - Change
September - Fellowship
August - Surrender
July - Vision
June - Pride
May - Covenant
April - Transformation
March - Evil
February - Vocation
January - Truth
2012
December - Faith
November - Gratitude
October - Letting Go
September - Forgiveness
August - Compassion
July - Creativity
Be a Lamp Unto Yourselves
Theme:
Faith
Sunday, December 27, 2015
Sarah Caine, UU Ministerial Candidate
Christmas Eve Services (at 4, 6 and 8 p.m.)
Theme:
Faith
Thursday, December 24, 2015
4:00 pm — Family Christmas Eve Service
6:00 pm — Candlelight Christmas Eve
8:00 pm — Candlelight Christmas Eve
This year we welcome our friends from First UU Los Angeles for the 6 pm and 8 pm services.
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Family-Friendly Christmas Eve Service: 4pm. Sanctuary. UUSM Director of Religious Education Catherine Farmer Loya and Rev. Tera Little invite families to this informal and fun afternoon service. Children will rejoice with holiday music from Music Director DeReau K. Farrar and friends, plus a sing-along of old favorites. Early Unitarians promoted the Christmas tree as the symbol of the shared family Christmas, along with the values of love, generosity and the kindly nurture of children. Young visitors may bring an ornament to donate to our community tree, and will take away an ornament to cherish at home.
Christmas Eve Candle Lighting Service: 6pm & 8pm. Sanctuary. UUSM welcomes all as we gather for candlelight services on Christmas Eve. Rev. Tera Little will deliver a message evoking the spirit of the season at these moving services of candlelight and song. A Christmas Eve candlelight service is a wonderful way to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas. It provides time to reflect and an inspirational and uplifting escape from the hustle and bustle of the season. We also welcome our friends from First UU Los Angeles to join us.
Winter Solstice Celebration
Theme:
Faith
Tuesday, December 22, 2015 - 6:00pm
Rev. Tera Little, DeReau Farrar, and Rima Snyder, facilitators
Join church members and friends for a contemplative gathering to celebrate the longest night of the year. Readings, meditation, music and candle-lighting will help us honor the dark, welcome the return of light, and prepare us for the year to come. Facilitated by Rev. Tera Little, DeReau K. Farrar ad Rima Snyder.