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SCUCC iConnectSCUCC's weekly update on what's going on at thechurch as of March 21, 2019
This Sunday in Worship 3/24
This Sunday is the third week of our worship series: Seasons ofDiscernment. As Progressive Christians, ours is an ever evolvingfaith, which is centered on a dynamic God with whom we arecalled to co-create. Ideally, we’re never standing still or movingbackwards, but always discerning divinely guided next steps andmoving forward accordingly.
This week's theme is "Vocation, Presence, Identity, &Time," and worship will be led by Rev. Carol Reynoldswith music by the Livia Gho, Jonathan Maranville &Jubilate Bells.
We explore the foundational things we can seek to prayerfully discern, including thevocation(s) to which we are called, the presence of Christ in our midst, our trueidentities, and the optimal time to act, wait, or be led.
Holy Week/Easter Schedule 2019
We still need Palms for Palm Sunday 3/14
If you have access to some palm fronds that the churchcould use for Palm Sunday, please contact Donna Gentry.THANK YOU!
It would be shameful if we - in AZ - would actually haveto go out and BUY palms!
We Need Candy Donations for Easter Egg Hunt
by 4/14
Tea and Poetry Reading 3/22
New Members Class Starts 4/13
SCUCC New Member Class Starts April 13! I’m pleased to announce that we’re offering anotherround of new member classes, with the option to jointhe church on May 5. Classes will be held in theConference Room off Bond Hall on Saturdays, April 13 &20, exact time to be determined based uponparticipants’ availability.
Anyone interested in learning more about this church and our denomination--theUnited Church of Christ (UCC)--is invited to participate. We'll spend time getting toknow one another, sharing how our journeys have brought us to SCUCC, and exploringthe unique history and "flavor" of the UCC and of this specific congregation (what webelieve, how we’re structured, ways to get involved, etc.). Some of our church laymembers will also come and share their impressions and experiences of SCUCC.
There is absolutely no pressure to join SCUCC at the conclusion of classes. The decisionis completely up to you. Even if you’re just a little bit curious about what makes us"tick," I encourage you to participate. If you do decide to join once classes haveconcluded, we’ll assign you a mentor to accompany you on your journey as a newmember. You’ll be formally welcomed into the congregation as part of the May 5worship service, as well as during a celebratory gathering following the April 20 class. To sign up, please contact me by email ([email protected]) or phone (480-946-2900). If you’ve already been in touch with me, you’re already signed up! Thanks!Blessings,Pastor Carol
Bill Lyons to Speak at HIV/AIDs Event 3/26
Bill Lyons to Speak at HIV/AIDs Event 3/26/19
Message from Bill Lyons:Colleagues, I am presenting and a panelist for this event. Icommend it to you as clergy, parish nurses, and care teammembers.Bill
Join faith leaders, health ministries and others for aconversation on
Faith Based Communities: Becoming Champions of Compassionto Combat HIV/AIDS
Faith communities fill a role that medical doctors, epidemiologists, and scientistscannot do alone. In this session, faith leaders, people living with HIV, and advocateswill discuss how their organizations have invited dialog about HIV/AIDS. Faith leaderswill discuss how to encourage other faith based organizations to serve as catalysts forchange in thwarting HIV-related stigma and provide much needed emotional support forpeople living with HIV.
Arizona State Department of Health 5th Annual Integrated HIV SymposiumBlack Canyon Conference CenterMarch 26, 2019Session Time: 1:15 – 2:45Participants are welcome to join the conference lunch beforehand from 12:00-1:00
Please register at:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RPBHJD3
Help for Asylum Seekers - info session 3/28
Help for Asylum Seekers
The coalition led by Lutheran Social Services is stillcollecting clothing and meds for asylum seekers beingdropped off by ICE with no resources.
DOWNLOAD A LIST OF WHAT IS NEEDED
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement askedLutheran Social Services of the Southwest, throughsupport from Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Services(LIRS), to coordinate local Phoenix efforts that arealready being taken, and that is what they are doing.
People from the coalition are here at SCUCC from 3:00 – 6:00 PM each Thursday toreceive the donated items. Also, if you prefer, you can drop off your items in room #1(the nursery) in the Smallsreed Building during Sacred Grounds. The coalition comesback on Friday morning to sort the items and get them delivered to where they areneeded. They are still trying to increase the number of faith communities that can help. Some ofour folks attended the first information meeting that was held on March 12th. If youare interested in attending the next informational opportunity on March28th, the information you need is shown below. Please use the link toregister, but also let Pastor Carol know so that she can coordinate
SCUCC’s response. From Lutheran Social Services:We are putting out the call to our Maricopa County congregational partners to considerif you can help. There will be two critical roles:
Host sites: that house migrant families that have been released from detentionshort term (1-3 days)Supply and support sites: that provide material, volunteer, and financial supportto host sites
Being part of the LSS-SW network means that staff will be available to help with casemanagement, volunteer facilitation, media requests, and needs assistance. We will be hosting 2 informational sessions where you can get a more in-depthunderstanding of these roles. There is an urgent need to find host sitesimmediately. Please contact us directly if you are ready to get started before theinformational session. Tuesday, March 12: 1:00 -3:00Thursday, March 28: 11:15 – 1:15 Both trainings will be at Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest, 2502 E. UniversityDrive, Suite 125, Phoenix, AZ 85034 Please RSVP here Thank you for your prayerful consideration.
One Great Hour of Sharing Offering 3/31
One Great Hour of Sharing® is the Lenten Offering of the United Church of Christ thatsupports disaster, refugee, and development activities. SCUCC will be receiving the OneGreat Hour of Sharing offering on March 31, 2019.
Frequently Asked QuestionsClick image to see a video.
Phoenix Pride 4/7 and 4/8
Sign up to help with Pride Festival and Parade
Don't forget to sign up in Bond Hall to help with Pride Festival or Pride Parade. April 7thand 8th. You won't regret it!
SW Conference Annual Meeting 4/4-4/6
2019 Annual Meeting of theSouthwest Conference United Church of Christ
April 4–6, 2019First Church UCC, 1407 N 2nd Street, Phoenix AZ
A nnual Meeting pageA nnual Meeting page
Camp Registration is Open!Early Bird rate thru 5/1
Camp registration is open!
We’re so excited to be partnering with the Christian Church in Arizona (Disciples ofChrist) for camp!Early Bird Registrations $411/camper thru 5/1/19See the Camp page of our website for registration and scholarship information. Parishclergy should have received initial instructions regarding scholarships and gift codes.
Save the Dates! SCUCC 60th AnniversaryCelebration 10/26 - 10/27
The very first worship service of Scottsdale Congregational UnitedChurch of Christ was held back in the fall of 1959, so this fall we arecelebrating our 60th anniversary!
We are planning a gala celebration (of course!) with food (of course)and lots of fun and creative activities. Also a special worship servicewith a rededication to our future unfolding as a community of faith.
Please save the dates:
Saturday, October 26th and Sunday October 27th.You won't want to miss it!
If you have any ideas or memorabilia to contribute to the 60th Anniversary Team,please contact Donna Gentry.
The Box: Ronald McDonald House
Open Arts Studio March schedule
Open Arts Studio Schedule for MarchSaturdays 3/2, 3/9, 3/16 3/23
Sunday 3/31noon to 4 in Room #5.
All are welcome to join in the fun conversation andcreativity.
Very informal, bring your own project or use some ofour materials. Bring a friend!
Women's Interfaith Tea Party 3/31
Salaam Shalom Peace
On Sunday, March 31, 2019 ISBA has its annual women’s interfaith tea party.
Information: https://www.isb-az.org/news-and-events/25-other/85-2019-springtime-tea-party.html
Register: www.isb-az.org/teatimeCost: $50 per person
Pinna Joseph and Charles Lewis concert 4/7
Mark Earlix 4/13 and 4/15
TWO MARK EARLIX EVENTS IN APRIL 2019
Saturday, April 13 from 11am-3pm WORKSHOP: ANXIETY WORRY AND FEAR
As I was driving, I felt a muscle pain in my chest and tension in my jaw. I labeled thefeeling as stress and wondered why I had stress when I knew I had strength andhealth. I realized anxiety, worry and fear were involved. Sue Cavis
This Is for You! IN YOUR LIFE:Are you worried about something, a lot of things? · Are you overly anxious? · Are youscared of things to come? · Are you afraid of others? · Are you experiencing anxiety? This workshop will include lecture, interactions and spiritual exercises for yourInteractions, Realization and Healing that can change your life.
Scottsdale Neighborhood Arts Place (SNAP)Campus of Scottsdale Congregational United Church of Christ:
4425 N Granite Reef Rd, Scottsdale, 85251 Start Time: 11am-3pm (breaks included)
Cost: $65REGISTER: Sue Cavis at (480)-612-3861, [email protected]
(May pay at the door)
Monday, April 15 at 7pm. HEALING CIRCLE, FREE AND OPEN TO ALL at SNAP
The Healing Circle is your opportunity to become free from your body's distress, aches,pains or sickness. There is a brief introduction of current events and a short time forquestions. Then each person will have the opportunity to have Mark work with aphysical discomfort from injury, accident or disease.
PRIVATE APPOINTMENTS FOR: Spiritual Healing, Intuitive/SpiritualCounseling Availabilities On April 12, 14 and 15, 11am - 5pm by Appointment Only Cost:Personal Appointment 50 minutes to 1-hour: $150 Info & to schedule AppointmentsContact: Sue Cavis 480.612.3861 or Mark Earlix 888.380.6388
Opioid Abuse Training Session 4/18
Opioid Abuse Training SessionThursday, April 18 at 10 a.m. (arrive at 9:30)Temple Chai, 4645 E Marilyn Road, PhoenixSegment 1: How to identify persons abusing opioids.Segment 2: How to utilize Narcan for persons who haveoverdosed on opioids.To register, contact Fred Taylor, Director of Special Programs& Community Engagement, Office of the Attorney General:602-320-0574 cell; 602-542-7928 office;[email protected] note from Fred Taylor: Please share with your place of worship. WePlease share with your place of worship. Weare hoping to recruit nurses to participate. are hoping to recruit nurses to participate. If you register via email, pleaseinclude your mailing address & phone number.
Concert with Larry Loeber 4/19
Free Caregiver Forums:East Valley 4/29; West Valley 5/13
SAVE THE DATE 5/92019 Arizona Food Bank Conference
AAFB is once again hosting a free, one-day food bank network conference. This eventis a great opportunity to connect with food banks and emergency food providers, anti-hunger advocates and organizations, the faith community and many others. Breakfast
and lunch will be included. Please save the date, registration will open soon! When: Thursday May 9, 2019, 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM Where:St. Patrick Catholic Community10815 N 84th StreetScottsdale, AZ 85260
Global Ministries: Pray with Mexico 3/24
Pray with Mexico Sunday, March 24, 2019BY CARLOS SEDILES-REAL
Lectionary Selection: Luke 13:1-9
Prayers for Mexico:
God of grace and mercy,
Amid pain and death, you accompany uswith your saving presence. Assuming ourhumanity, you stand in solidarity withthe causes of oppression and injustice.Forgive us for being indifferent and forour lack of faith and commitment tojustice. Teach us to be sensitive to themany situations of violence and despair that many of our brothers and sistersexperience around the world.
Open our eyes to see the new opportunities you offer us in your grace. Encourage us totransform the realities of death for signs of life and hope.
We accept with gratitude your protection and your care, recognizing that in your mercywe can find the joy and peace we need. Fill us with your Spirit so that in it we can bearthe fruit of love and justice.
May the word of the gospel that we share help us to find ourselves with God's grace andmercy. Help us overcome our vision of retribution, which makes us believe that Godonly helps the "good" and punishes the "sinners." Cause us to live a genuine life ofconversion (metanoia), where change occurs not only our mind but also our heart.
May the gospel be good news for those who seek new opportunities. The fig tree inthe parable was in a privileged situation. It was not unusual in Jesus' time to see figtrees and other fruit trees in the vineyards. The good land was scarce, and it had to beused well; the fig tree had good opportunities, but it did not take advantage of them.This story echoes with the overabundance of God's grace. We pray that when the Lordof the vineyard comes, God will find fruits in our lives: fruits of conversion, mercy, andjustice.
READ MORE about Global Ministries in Mexico
What's Happening At Sacred Grounds?
Thursday, March 21, 2019
JAZZ CON ALMABeth Lederman - keyboards, Heather Jakeman - vocals,
Mike King - bass, Emerson Laffey - drums
CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE!www.sacredgroundsjazzcoffeehouse.org
SACRED GROUNDS IS ALSO ON FACEBOOKwww.facebook.com/SacredGroundsJazzCoffeehouse
SNAP - Inspiring lives through the arts. Join the FUN! (On Campus)
SNAP CALENDAR OF EVENTS
SNAP hosts 2 community arts groups which are free and open to the public: Monthly Community Drum Circle, every last Sunday 4-6 PM/$5 perperson over 12 yrsThe IX, a community HipHop/Street Dancing group, Saturdaynights/Donation Basis
SNAP WEBSITE
