We are honored to have outstanding programs that our wider Pagosa community offers at the Pagosa Unitarian Universalist (UU) Fellowship.
This Sunday, March 2, beginning at 10:30 a.m., is no exception. We will welcome Herb Grover, a resident of Pagosa Springs who can highlight the beauty and share his expertise on climate change and its effects to planet earth.
As Unitarian Universalists, we honor the interdependent web of all existence and honor our place in it.
Following are the programs and services in the upcoming month.
March 2
Meditation practice, 9 a.m.: A short practice lasting about 45 minutes.
Sunday service, 10:30 a.m.: “Threats to Biodiversity - Making It Personal” with Grover.
Conservation biologists have been sounding the alarm for many years that, as a result of the global impact of the human endeavor, the biosphere is undergoing a sixth mass extinction event. The number of disappearing species, coupled with the decline in numbers of virtually all forms of wildlife, paint a picture that for some is overwhelming.
In this week’s talk, Grover, a retired university professor of ecology and environmental science, will bring the topic of threats to biodiversity home by reviewing the results of a bird-monitoring project he helps coordinate through our local Weminuche Audubon Society, and through his personal efforts to observe, photograph and share with others the beauty of our surroundings.
His talk will also draw attention to the Unitarian Universalist seventh principle concerning the interconnectedness and interdependence of all living things through a discussion of if there is a universal appreciation of beauty in nature and, if so, how this might promote more inclusive environmental stewardship.
March 9
Meditation practice and dharma talk, 9 to 10:15 a.m.
Going Deeper Sharing Circle, 10:30 a.m.: We come together in this small-group setting to share with one another and practice deep listening. We explore themes of recent topics and leave space for reflection and for whatever else is on our hearts.
Come make friends in this lightly facilitated group. Light refreshments will be offered.
March 16
Meditation practice, 9 a.m.: A short practice lasting about 45 minutes.
Sunday service, 10:30 a.m.: “Spring Renewal” with Michael Demchak and De Anna Hoyle.
As the seasonal wheel turns toward the spring equinox, our focus shifts from the internal to the external as light and darkness come into balance. Demchak will hold space for story and song as we enter this time of spring renewal.
March 23
Meditation practice and dharma talk, 9 to 10:15 a.m.
Action Sunday, 10:30 a.m.: Pagosa Community Initiative (PCI) Director Rebecca Tenpenny will share about the work of PCI, a local nonprofit.
Join us as we journey on a path to build community to put our values into action.
March 30
There will be no programming on this fifth Sunday.
About
Pagosa UU continues a focus on being a UU welcoming congregation. We are committed to confronting the biases toward marginalized individuals and groups. In that spirit, we invite all people, regardless of their sexual or gender expression, who or how they love, all are welcome here. As a spiritual community we strive to “Do Good, Grow in Spirit, and Make Friends.”
Join us in-person at our Sunday services 10:30 a.m. Find us in Unit B-15 of the Greenbriar Plaza 301 N. Pagosa Blvd., on the north side facing the Pagosa Peak.
Visit our website, www.pagosauu.org, to find our current newsletter with a link to join us on Zoom the first and third Sunday of each month.
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