COVID-19 Response Updates
The church building Is now open to those fully masked and who are willing to socially distance. Services are also available on Zoom and Facebook Live.
For more information and the latest on COVID-19 and our community, click here.
Welcome to Our Church
We are a warm and friendly congregation. We welcome all who seek to find meaning in our busy lives, make connections with others and search for answers to life's big questions.
Upcoming Events
Meditation with Rev. Maddie, in person, on Zoom and Facebook
Day and Time
Wednesday Nov 30, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMDetails
NOTE: THIS IS IN PERSON AND ON ZOOM AND FACEBOOK. The community is invited to a meditation practice group of the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula led this evening by Rev. Maddie Sifantus. The group continues to take place with Jim Cole on alternating weeks during the time of COVID only online, on the church's Facebook page and on Zoom. This group celebrates the diversity of Buddhist and other meditative orientations and welcomes participants from all contemplative traditions to attend. The group is open to everyone regardless of funds; there is a free will offering ($5 suggested with checks made to UUCSP with Meditation in the memo line, mailed to UUCSP, 740 E Main Street, Santa Paula, CA 93060). The meeting will begin with a reading and short discussion, with a guided meditation leading us into a time of silence. There is power in meditating together. We would love to have you join us. For more information, leave a message on Reverend Maddie's private line at the church: 805-525-4620 or email minister@uucsp.org
Image by Lynn Holbein
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
1+ 669 900 9128 to call in by phone
Phone password: 529593
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
World Aids Day: Night of Hope
Day and Time
Thursday Dec 1, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PMDetails
The Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula hosts the World Aids Day Night of Hope in our Sanctuary and Courtyard. HIV AIDS Coalition. Speakers and call to action. IN PERSON. Candlelight vigil with words by Rev. Maddie.
Registration is now open for the inaugural World AIDS Day Program & Candlelight Vigil in Santa Paula presented by the HIV/AIDS Coalition of Ventura County and sponsored by Caliber Home Loans and Diversity Collective Ventura County. Scheduled to take place this Thursday at the Universalist Unitarian Church in Santa Paula from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. featuring food from GlizzyGod’s bacon wrapped hot-dogs and desserts from the famous Churro Champ. Includes a community resource fair provided by Clinicas Del Camino Real, Ventura County Behavioral Health, Ventura County Health Care Agency and Ventura County Public Health. Register via Eventbrite here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/world-aids-day-santa-paula-tickets-471468393657?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb
#WAD2022
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Service: A Call to Recommit with Rev. Maddie Sifantus and Rev. Dr. Betty Stapleford, Worship Host
Day and Time
Sunday Dec 4, 10:30 AM - Friday Dec 23, 11:30 AMDetails
This morning we mark in worship World AIDS Day, a day to be reminded that HIV/AIDS is still with us and to hold in prayer and meditation those we have lost. We consider our recommitment at UUCSP to being a UU Welcoming Congregation and our effort to complete the renewal assessment process. Rev. Maddie Sifantus with Rev. Dr. Betty Stapleford, Worship Host. Guests: AIDS Quilt Project Gold Coast with Keith and Neil Coffman-Grey
First Sunday Plate, Interface Youth and Family Services
[Second Sunday in Advent]
In person and on Zoom and Facebook
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775 Password: uucsp93060
To phone:+1 253 215 8782 Phone password: 529593
www.facebook.com/uucsp
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Meditation with Corrine Carson
Day and Time
Monday Dec 5, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMDetails
THE ENCHANTED EARTH MEDITATION
with
CORRINE CARSON
MONDAY’S 6pm – 7pm
A human being is a part of the whole, called by us “Universe.” He experiences himself, his
thoughts and feelings as something separated from the rest - a kind of optical delusion of his
consciousness. This delusion is a kind of prison for us, restricting us to our personal desires and
to affection for a few persons nearest to us. Our task must be to free ourselves from prison by
widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature in its
beauty.” - Albert Einstein
During the month of December, we will continue our discussion of the
traditions and spirituality of the World Soul, Anima Mundi. Our
meditations will focus on Communitas, the spirit of a community of
equals that creates a sense of belonging. Our discussion highlights will
be:
December 5 – The Greenman and Santa Clause
December 12 – Angels and Elves
December19 – Labyrinth Winter Solstice Walk
December26 – Class Cancelled in honor of Christmas
Please join our community for an hour-long class of a guided
meditation and discussion. This gathering is held weekly and is in
person in the Parish Hall. Enter at the East Side gate and door. Cost is $10.00. Please contact Corrine if you
have any question at cori127@aol.com or 661-7556105
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Meditation online with Jim Cole
Day and Time
Wednesday Dec 7, 6:00 PM - 12:00 AMDetails
The community is invited to a meditation practice group of the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula led this evening by Jim Cole. Jim continues to lead during the time of COVID on the church's Facebook page and on Zoom. In alternating weeks Rev. Maddie leads in person from the Parish Hall of UUCSP as well as exporting to Zoom and Facebook. This group celebrates the diversity of Buddhist and other meditative orientations and welcomes participants from all contemplative traditions to attend. The group is open to everyone regardless of funds; there is a free will offering ($5 suggested with checks made to UUCSP with Meditation in the memo line, mailed to UUCSP, 740 E Main Street, Santa Paula, CA 93060). The meeting will begin with a reading and short discussion, with a guided meditation leading us into a time of silence. There is power in meditating together. We would love to have you join us. For more information, leave a message on Reverend Maddie's private line at the church: 805-525-4620 or email minister@uucsp.org
Image by Lynn Holbein
Join Zoom Meeting https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
1+ 669 900 9128 to call in by phone
Phone password: 529593
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Service: Blue Christmas
Day and Time
Thursday Dec 8, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMDetails
When the Holidays Hurt: Many people have difficulties during the holiday season for a variety of reasons. Join Rev. Maddie and members of our Caring Committee in person or on Zoom for a reflective hour of readings and reflection.
IN PERSON AND ON ZOOM ONLY (not on Facebook)
Image by Gayle Ansel
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
1+ 669 900 9128 to call in by phone
Phone password: 529593
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Service: Opening to Joy: A Cluster Service with Rev. Nica Eaton Guinn and Kate English
Day and Time
Sunday Dec 11, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMDetails
Our last Cluster service of 2022 with a sermon by the Rev. Nica Eaton Guinn of the Chalice UU Fellowship of the Conejo Valley. Rev. Nica shares practices that inspire joy in our lives, to counterbalance the hard times in which we live. Kate English, Worship Host
Third Sunday in Advent
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
1+ 669 900 9128 to call in by phone
Phone password: 529593
~ www.facebook.com/uucsp
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Sip and Check In With Rev. Maddie
Day and Time
Tuesday Dec 13, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMDetails
Bring your favorite beverage and join Rev. Maddie on Zoom to light a chalice and check in with each other.
The Zoom meeting ID and password are the same as for Sunday morning and all meetings.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password: uucsp93060
To phone: +1 253 215 8782
Phone password: 529593
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Holiday Twilight Gathering
Day and Time
Tuesday Dec 13, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PMDetails
This is a reflective time in our busy week to hear some inspiring music, share some silence and hear spoken word, led by Rev. Maddie with music by Christine Mazor, violin, Geno Palilla, piano and Maddie Sifantus, soprano. Original poems by Atul Ranchod.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
1+ 669 900 9128 to call in by phone
Phone password: 529593
~ www.facebook.com/uucsp
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Meditation with Rev. Maddie, in person, on Zoom and Facebook
Day and Time
Wednesday Dec 14, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMDetails
NOTE: THIS IS IN PERSON AND ON ZOOM AND FACEBOOK. The community is invited to a meditation practice group of the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula led this evening by Rev. Maddie Sifantus in the Parish Hall. The group continues to take place with Jim Cole on alternating weeks during the time of COVID only online, on the church's Facebook page and on Zoom. This group celebrates the diversity of Buddhist and other meditative orientations and welcomes participants from all contemplative traditions to attend. The group is open to everyone regardless of funds; there is a free will offering ($5 suggested with checks made to UUCSP with Meditation in the memo line, mailed to UUCSP, 740 E Main Street, Santa Paula, CA 93060). The meeting will begin with a reading and short discussion, with a guided meditation leading us into a time of silence. There is power in meditating together. We would love to have you join us. For more information, leave a message on Reverend Maddie's private line at the church: 805-525-4620 or email minister@uucsp.org
Image by Lynn Holbein
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
1+ 669 900 9128 to call in by phone
Phone password: 529593
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Service: Mary A. Livermore Holiday Tea!
Day and Time
Thursday Dec 15, 1:30 PM - 3:30 PMDetails
After falling down the rabbit hole, and entering the garden, Alice encounters The Mad Hatter, The Dormouse and The March Hare. The Mad Hatter explains to Alice that he and the March Hare are always having tea. None of them will be at the December Mary Livermore Society 2nd Annual Tea Party on December 15th in the Parish Hall at the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula, 740 E Main Street, Santa Paula at 1:30pm. Come in your tea party attire! Hats are suggested, gloves are optional! We are just beginning to organize this fun event and you, (yes you!), are invited! We definitely need RSVP's and you can send them to constancia47@gmail.com!! We need to know what you would like to bring in the way of tea, tea pots, and such, as well as cookies, scones, cupcakes, tea sandwiches and chocolates. Yum!
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Rise Up Singing
Day and Time
Friday Dec 16, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PMDetails
The community is invited to come to “Rise Up Singing” on Friday night, December 16th, at 7:00 pm. We will meet in the Parish Hall of the church which is located at 740 E Main Street in Santa Paula. Singers and instrumentalists of all ages are welcome to this informal and spirited evening of shared music making. Bring a copy of Rise Up Singing or Rise Again, if you have one. Some copies will be available. Join the fun as Maddie Sifantus leads us as we continue with our fun filled evenings of communal song. Do you have a ukulele, mandolin or fiddle in your closet? Have a favorite Christmas Carol you want to sing? Join us and invite your friends who love to sing or play! Rise Up Singing is held the third Fridays of the month, with the next one scheduled for January 20th at 7:00 PM. For more information, call Maddie at 805-525-4620 or email her at minister@uucsp.org.
IN PERSON ONLY
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Las Posadas
Day and Time
Saturday Dec 17, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMDetails
We host Las Posadas offered by the Decolores Multicultural Folk Arts which starts in our Sanctuary and the front of the church and wends its way through Santa Paula, ending at the Museum of Agriculture.
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Service: Light the Light with Rev. Maddie Sifantus and Karen Harris
Day and Time
Sunday Dec 18, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMDetails
Hanukkah starts this evening and we bring the lights and stories from our Jewish friends with the help of Mitch Stone and the choir.
Our choir sings Happy Hanukkah My Friend
Fourth Sunday in Advent
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7312177775
Meeting ID: 731 217 7775
Password uucsp93060
1+ 669 900 9128 to call in by phone
Phone password: 529593
~ www.facebook.com/uucsp
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Meditation with Corrine Carson
UU Church of Santa PaulaMeditation with Corrine Carson
Day and Time
Monday Dec 19, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMDetails
THE ENCHANTED EARTH MEDITATION
with
CORRINE CARSON
MONDAY’S 6pm – 7pm
A human being is a part of the whole, called by us “Universe.” He experiences himself, his
thoughts and feelings as something separated from the rest - a kind of optical delusion of his
consciousness. This delusion is a kind of prison for us, restricting us to our personal desires and
to affection for a few persons nearest to us. Our task must be to free ourselves from prison by
widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature in its
beauty.” - Albert Einstein
During the month of December, we will continue our discussion of the
traditions and spirituality of the World Soul, Anima Mundi. Our
meditations will focus on Communitas, the spirit of a community of
equals that creates a sense of belonging. Our discussion highlights will
be:
December 5 – The Greenman and Santa Clause
December 12 – Angels and Elves
December19 – Labyrinth Winter Solstice Walk
December26 – Class Cancelled in honor of Christmas
Please join our community for an hour-long class of a guided
meditation and discussion. This gathering is held weekly and is in
person in the Parish Hall. Enter at the East Side gate and door. Cost is $10.00. Please contact Corrine if you
have any question at cori127@aol.com or 661-7556105
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Winter Solstice 2022
Day and Time
Wednesday Dec 21, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PMDetails
The Annual Winter Solstice Celebration of the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula with the Rev. Maddie, the UUCSP choir and friends and special guests the Santa Paula High School Chorus. Gathering music by guitarist Barry Cooper. More details to follow. In person, on Zoom and Facebook
Parking is available on the street in front of the church. In addition, there are a limited number of parking spaces behind the church in the alley-way. A handicap accessible entrance with an electric lift is available on the east side of the building next to the side entrance.
Our Congregation
Are you looking for a friendly home where you can explore the larger questions of life with those who bring many perspectives? Are you looking for a faith community that looks outward to the larger community to make a difference in the world? Are you looking for a place that you can share your gifts as well as your concerns and your interests? Would you like to find a place that has a Spiritual Growth Center so we can grow together in spirit and health? Would you like to be able to laugh and cry together, sing together and share our lives? Rev. Maddie would love to welcome you to our small but mighty faith home.
About Unitarian Universalism
We are people of all ages, people of many backgrounds, and people of many beliefs. We are brave, curious and compassionate thinkers and doers. We create spirituality and community beyond boundaries, working for more justice and more love in our own lives and in the world.
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