RE Weekly News 7/30/25

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July 30, 2025
Dear UUCMP Families,
Last Sunday our elementary age group had a big turn out with many of our families returning and some visitors as well.  I anticipate we will have several more families back with us this Sunday – and so we will be ready with fun activities and lessons for all ages.
For most families with school age children, this is the last weekend before we get back to the classroom.   Adults and children may be experiencing anxiety or a sense of relief to get back to a regular routine – perhaps a bit of both with many other feelings in the mix.  Hope that we will be able to connect and support each other during this time of transition.
Looking forward to seeing you this Sunday!
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 & EventsSUNDAY Aug 17 – Water Communion and Blessing of the BackpacksFRIDAY 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!