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The Rev. Kate Braestrup's path to ministry came to her by calling her toward and through pain.  When faced with one of the most painful moments of her life, she had to decide if she was going to turn around at the sight of her worst fears, or call forth what she needed to face them.  Calling forth our courage requires both something within us and something around us.  This is a service on how we call for and share courage between us.

Heroes All Around (J. Hood) - UUSM Choir
Heroes in Every Age

The Hanukkah story tells of the heroic triumph of the Maccabees over hostile forces and celebrates their preservation of Hebrew tradition. Who is a hero today? What does it take to be one?
High Expectations

A Unitarian Universalist publication recently reported that high expectation congregations, which stress the responsibilities of membership, come closer to fulfilling their mission than congregations with low expectations. Neighborhood Church in Pasadena, for example, has these responsibilities of membership attendance at Sunday services, personal transformation, social justice work, and giving time and money to support the church. As we come to our Annual Meeting with high hopes for the coming year, it is time to heighten our expectations of each other as well. The Annual Meeting of the congregation takes place at 1230 p.m. today in the sanctuary. Music Sara Andon, flute
High School/YRUU

Young Religious Unitarian Universalists (YRUU)
For 9th-12th grades

Meets during the 9:00 & 11:00 services on alternating Sundays. Meets under the permanent shade structure behind the cottage when meeting at 9:00; meets inthe Northeast room of the cottage when meeting at 11:00.

“Young Religious Unitarian Universalists (YRUU)” empowers teens, with the guidance of adult advisors, to create their own vision and mission for their program. YRUU youth will explore what it means to be young and UU, how our UU principles inform how we live our lives, and what power young UU’s have to change the world. YRUU also takes part in social justice projects, organizes social gatherings, and will plan and lead a Sun-day worship service for the congregation.

For more information, please see our letter and calendar for YRUU parents.

 

Youth Activities

For Coming of Age and YRUU youth

Monthly; meeting dates and locations vary.

Each month, the YAC plans a social event for our COA and YRUU youth, to provide fun events and bonding between the youth of our church. Including 8th graders in the outings facilitates their transition into the senior high youth group at the end of the year. Past events have included a beach cookout, bowling, overnights, amusement park trips, rock climbing, laser tag, and more!
HIgher Love (Jennings-Winwood) - Chloe Vaught
Hiking - Offsite

"Mark your calendar for an easy hike November 19th Saturday at 9AM. We will carpool from Church and drive to the parking lot just east of the walking bridge over La Cienega Blvd. The parking lot is located very close to the entrance to Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area. The Stoneview Nature Center is a relatively new park near the west side of the walking bridge. The Center has many creative outdoor exhibits such as the Bee Hotel and a labyrinth. After we check that out we will head back to Kenneth Hahn to explore the Japanese Garden and more.                                             

Please RSVP hiking@uusm.org"
Hiking - Offsite

We will gather at the church on the last Saturday of the month, June 25, at 9:00 am to carpool to our next adventure: Malibu State Park Rock Pool and Century Lake. The hike is a 3-mile round trip; elevation gain is 300 ft. In general, hikers should be able to go up four flights of stairs. Those on the Hiking Group email list will receive a map with details about the hike. If the weather forecast is over 90 degrees then we will cancel. Bring a hat, sunscreen, sturdy hiking shoes, water, a cell phone, and some snacks for the leader (JUST KIDDING!).                                                                                 

Please RSVP to hiking@uusm.org.

 
Hiking Group

 The hiking group will be gathering together at the church May 28th, 2022, Saturday at 9 AM to prepare to carpool to Solstice Canyon for an easy 2.1 mile round trip hike.  The trail is a paved/dirt road with plenty of room for social distancing and good conversation. 

 For more info or questions please email Greg Wood at hiking@uusm.org

 
Hiking Group

UU Hiking Group meets on Saturday, July 14, at 9 a.m. at the church. We’ll car-pool to the trail for an easy-moderate hike in the Santa Monica Mountains. Hiking location will be adapted to the weather. Bring hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, water, and tennis/hiking shoes. Restaurant lunch possible afterward. You should be able to climb five flights of stairs. For more information, contact Steve Young or Phil Bonacich . Steady rain cancels hikes. 
Hiking Group

The Hiking Group meets at 9:00 am at church on the second Saturday of each month. We hike when we know at least five people will be participating. Please phone Steve Young by the Thursday before the hike if you plan to join us. We carpool to a variety of local trails and other hiking areas. Hikes vary in difficulty and distance. Check our You are Invited page for the next event. Contact Steve Young or Phil Bonacich for more information.
Hiking Group

We plan to continue exploring beach hikes.  Tides are moderately low on the morning or September 8.  This is an ideal time to hike along the Malibu beaches.  We are planning to hike at Point Dumé.  We will start on the beach, hike up and over the Point (good views) and down onto beaches on the other side, then hike along the beach. It may be cold or hot; dress for temperature change.  Bright sun reflects off the water so sunscreen and hats are very important.  Bring water and a snack.  You should be able to climb about 5 flights of stairs and hike about 5 miles.  Expect mostly packed, wet sand and some rocks.  The tide will not be low enough for tidepool exploration.  There is a fee for parking and restrooms near the parking area. Meet at the church at 9 am.