Unitarian Universalist Church of the Verdugo Hills (UUVerdugo)

Flaming chalice logo for Unitarian Universalist Church of the Verdugo Hills. Paper peeled to the left and right revealing the words "Monthly Newsletter" on the inside.

Peruse the August edition of the UU Verdugo Hills Newsletter. Keep up with news and events, reach out to learn more, attend #sundayservice or ask questions. All are welcome! buff.ly/DnEKNZv

#SundayService: Radical Honesty. After Skool features Dr Anna Lembke in this recorded message. She speaks on how radical honesty is the simplest way to overcome addictions, build healthy relationships and live a balanced life. In person or Zoom www.uuverdugo.org

#SundayService: Ways of Worship. We will consider our worship style and preferences; what we might add or drop from what we’re doing now; which elements do we want to keep; and subjects we’d like to hear about. We’ll do some planning for future services. In person or ZOOM www.uuverdugo.org #UU

A wooden plank path surrounded by trees and greenery with the text: Internal External Symbiosis with Gary Knowlton July 27th at 10:30 a.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Verdugo Hills. www.uuverdugo.org

#SundayService July 27: Internal/External Symbiosis. Gary Knowlton will share an uplifting and practical approach to creating a climate of the mind, body and spirit. One that lifts us into balance, strength, joy, peace, and love overflowing. In person or ZOOM www.uuverdugo.org #Trees #Gratitude

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Friday July 25th at 6pm, join UUCVH for Movie Night. We'll feature a film yet to be revealed. Appease your curiosity, come for the wonderment, stay for the fellowship. Bring a snack to share if you'd like. No reservations needed 4451 Dunsmore Ave., La Crescenta #MovieNight #Hollywood

A bright pastel purple and white background with white stars circling the words Magick In Our Time. July 20th at 10:30a.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Verdugo Hills uuverdugo.org

#SundayService July 20: Magick in Our Time
We will hear from Andrew Grygus about magick as it is practiced today in North America and the British Isles. For a moment we’ll ponder the relationship between the mind and the universe. In person or ZOOM www.uuverdugo.org #Magick

#SundayService: Mindfulness Is Not a Retreat—It’s a Response
Cesar Cardona explores how ancient Buddhist teachings align with his modern framework of Growth Mindfulness—a practice centered on calming the inner critic and choosing thoughtful response. In person or Zoom www.uuverdugo.org

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SUNLAND PRIDE CELEBRATION Thanks to Paula, Abby, Gary, Andrew, and Phillip for coordinating our table at the Sunland Tujunga Pride Celebration! What else did we do in June? Check out our newsletter for the deets and for what's coming up this month to participate in! buff.ly/oS6m205 #hollywood #Pride

Cartoon sketch of three people walking up a hill, each one helping the one below them walk together by holding hands. Text: The State of the UU (CVH) July 6 at 10:30 a.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Verdugo Hills

#SundayService July 6: State of the UU(CVH) We’ll talk about the future of our UU community, what we know so far, and what we expect for the near future. Everyone’s input is valuable as a new version of our identity arises. In person or Zoom www.uuverdugo.org

#SundayService: The Legacy of Joan Corbin. John Gregan will join us to share his research on Joan Corbin, a long-time resident of Sunland-Tujunga and La Crescenta who played an important role in the country’s first nationally-circulated LGBT magazine. In person or Zoom www.uuverdugo.org #Pride

Movie Night at UUCVH! Friday June 27 at 6pm, join us for Movie Night. We’ll feature a classic comedic film that’s sure to make us all chuckle. Bring a snack to share is you’d like. No reservations needed, just stop by. 4451 Dunsmore Ave., La Crescenta, CA 91214. #Hollywood

Braver Angels: Reuniting America Screening Join us to watch Braver Angels: Reuniting America and learn more about depolarizing American politics.

On June 24 join us and #braverangels for a free screening of the documentary Braver Angels: Reuniting America. Use the free registration code BRAVER
Tuesday, June 24 from 7:00-8:30pm
4451 Dunsmore Ave., La Crescenta, CA 91214
RSVP for free: www.eventbrite.com/e/braver-ang...

Image of yellow flowers and leaves in the sky with the sun shining through. text: June 22 at 10:30 a.m. the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Verdugo Hills is having a service called Summer Solstice - Litha with Hannah Smithson. www.uuverdugo.org

Sunday Service June 22: Summer Solstice - Litha with Hannah Smithson of Rose and Antler. Litha represents the peak of the Sun's power and the fullness of the summer season, celebrating the abundance of light, life, and energy. In person or ZOOM www.uuverdugo.org #Wiccan

Braver Angels: Reuniting America Screening Join us to watch Braver Angels: Reuniting America and learn more about depolarizing American politics.

On June 24 at 7pm, in partnership with #braverangels we are hosting a free screening and fundraiser for the documentary Braver Angels: Reuniting America. Please join us for an evening of reflection and discovery. free promo code BRAVER
RSVP for free: www.eventbrite.com/e/braver-ang...
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Blades of grass with a sunset in the distance. On green background, text: June 15th at 10:30 a.m. the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Verdugo Hills is having a service called Acceptance and Self-Compassion with Michael Eselun. www.uuverdugo.org

#SundayService June 15: Acceptance and Self-Compassion. Michael Eselun will explore the dance we do between acceptance and self-compassion. If we reach for acceptance of our circumstances as a pathway to inner peace, what part does self-compassion play? In person or ZOOM www.uuverdugo.org

Foothills PRIDE: Saturday June 14, 2025 | Sunland-Tujunga Forward HOME

UUCVH is headed to Foothills Pride! 🏳️‍🌈 Stop by our booth for cookies and conversation! Check out the line up of speakers and resources here www.stforward.org/pride Saturday, June 14th, 2025 from 12PM - 4PM at Sunland Rec Center 8651 Foothill Blvd. #Pride2025

Home | UUVerdugo Our church is a progressive and inclusive community dedicated to respecting the inherent worth and dignity of everyone. Our Sunday services and weekly events are designed to inspire, educate,…

Your voice and vote are important as we make decisions for the coming year and the future of our congregation.

In person or ZOOM www.uuverdugo.org

4 hands being raised to vote or ask questions. Text the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Verdugo Hills www.uuverdugo.org Annual Congregational Meeting 10:30 a.m. on June 8

#SundayService June 8: Annual Congregational Meeting
Our Annual Meeting will take the place of the service. We will review the past year and vote in a new slate of officers, approve changes to the bylaws, and approve the 2025-26 fiscal year budget. #UnitarianUniversalist

Please enjoy the June edition of the UU Verdugo Hills Newsletter. Sunday Services! Foothills Pride! Movie Night! #BraverAngels Screening and Discussion! Keep up with UUCVH news and events, reach out to learn more or join us. All are welcome! buff.ly/ihEFK4o

An Action of Immediate Witness (AIW) is a statement about a significant action, event, or development in the world that necessitates immediate engagement and action among UU member congregations and groups.

#SundayService June 1 at 10:30 a.m: UU Social Justice Actions as Witness and Study
We will consider the issues and AsIWthat will be voted on at UU General Assembly.
In person or ZOOM www.uuverdugo.org #UUAGA

A sun rising over a field of soybeans with large trees in the distance. The text: May 25 at 10:30 a.m. the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Verdugo Hills Sunday Service is called The Nature of God. Visit www.uuverdugo.org for the Zoom link or church address.

#SundayService May 25: The Nature of God. Alan Watts discusses how spiritual experiences are described in similar terms regardless of the historical time frame, culture or religious background of the one experiencing it. In person/ZOOM www.uuverdugo.org#losangeles #Glendale #SoCal #God

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Save the Date Los Angeles! June 24: Braver Angels: Reuniting America Film Screening Thanks @ladailynews.bsky.social www.dailynews.com/events/#/det...

Movie Night Friday May 30 at 6pm. American Beauty, starring Kevin Spacey and Annette Bening. Comedy-drama about a midlife crisis, touching on the themes of romantic and paternal love, sexuality, materialism and self-liberation.

Movie Night at UUCVH! Join us for American Beauty, crowned best picture at the Oscars. Bring a snack to share and just stop by. 4451 Dunsmore Ave., La Crescenta, CA 91214. Watch the trailer here www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ly7r...
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Sunrise shining through a field with a tree branch illuminated overhead to symbolize morning. An image by Annie Appel of our guest speaker wearing a red blouse and gold earrings featured in the bottom right corner of the screen. Sunday with Kikanza Nuri-Robins, May 18 at 10:30 a.m. at the Unitarian Universalist church of the Verdugo Hills. www.uuverdugo.org

#SundayService May 18: Rev. Kikanza Nuri-Robins will again grace our pulpit with her expansive and generous thoughts about humankind. Author of Culturally Proficient Responses to the LGBT Communities and Fish Out of Water. In person or Zoom buff.ly/thnyMVh #Author

What will the new Pope be like? He’s chosen to be called Leo: that’s no accident | Catherine Pepinster Popes who take that name tend to be progressive reformers. If Trump and JD Vance think they have an ally in the Vatican, I think not, says former Tablet editor Catherine Pepinster

What will the new Pope be like? He’s chosen to be called Leo: that’s no accident | Catherine Pepinster

Silhouette of a person holding a child. Two-toned pink backdrop with white flowers and black text. May 11 10:30 a.m. Love as Equity: Honoring Mothers and Transforming our World. Unitarian Universalist Church of the Verdugo Hills www.uuverdugo.org

#SundayService: Love as Equity: Honoring Mothers and Transforming Our World
Join Rev. Bailey as we make a collective vow to uplift all who give so selflessly, and reflect on the potential for shaping a more equitable world. In person or via Zoom buff.ly/thnyMVh #MothersDay

Flaming chalice logo for Unitarian Universalist Church of the Verdugo Hills. Paper peeled to the left and right revealing the words "Monthly Newsletter" on the inside.

Our May newsletter has everything you need to learn more about our community. Join us for one or all of our monthly events. Potluck and Game Night in Friendship Hall! Movie Night! Special #MothersDay Service and so much more! buff.ly/7HnuOPM#UUTw... #Socalevents