RE Weekly News 7/23/25

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July 23, 2025
Dear UUCMP Families,
This Sunday, our children will continue exploring the LEGO Values curriculum with a focus on Pluralism—a core Unitarian Universalist teaching.
Together, we’ll be highlighting that:Unitarian Universalists honor many spiritual practices.We are a pluralistic faith, meaning there’s no single “right” way to connect with community or the divine.Each person can find spiritual practices that are meaningful to them.Similar practices appear across many different religious traditions.We believe nearly every religion offers wisdom and inspiration.There’s room for many different spiritual paths in Unitarian Universalism.We listen with curiosity and respect, and we learn from each other.
Although I’ll be out of town this Sunday, our amazing team of caring teachers will be there to guide the children and ensure they have a safe, fun, and meaningful experience.
With gratitude,Shannon
Shannon Morrison (she/her)Director of Religious Exploration, UUCMP
RELIGIOUS EXPLORATION LIBRARY – Karen Brown has put together another beautiful selection of books from our collection – many stories about Earth Day, Unitarianism, spiritual practices and beliefs can be found in the RE library. Come back and see what books you may want to check out for the youth in your life, or those young at heart.
???????THANK YOU OUR VOLUNTEERS!   We have been so lucky to have helping hands in RE – thank you to our volunteers: Zeana Bey Davis, Max Cajar, Alex Morrison, Lauren Keenan,  Jake and Alina Bagley,  Ryan and Lindsay Fondren, Marshall Grimm, Robin Jensen, Karen Judkins, and  Karen Brown for all your contributions.  Whether bringing food to share, helping to set or clean up, keeping our library tip top, or filling in for our teachers – your help is greatly appreciated!
??  Upcoming Activities & EventsSATURDAY July 26 – Campus Work PartySUNDAY July 27 – Shannon out of officeFRIDAY Aug 22 – 24 Annual Big Sur Camp Out!? Would your child like to light the chalice?Every Sunday we try to find a child or youth volunteer to light the chalice. It’s a fun way for kids to participate in the service. DRE Shannon can show kids how  before the service if it’s their first time or they need a reminder. See Shannon on Sunday morning if interested.    The Chalice Lighting sign up sheet will be at the RE table with our coloring and quiet activity supplies.  Please be sure to sign your child up if they are interested!
?? VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDUPDATED for 2025!  Whether you’re willing to bring an activity or a snack to share, help one time or be an extra set of hands if we are short-staffed or volunteer monthly you can  Sign Up HERE!   We appreciate your help whether working directly with our kids or to make our UUCMP campus a safe and fun place to be!