Adult Religious Education
Classes, film and book discussions, and other educational opportunities for adults
Ongoing Events
1. Tibetan Buddhist Meditation: Padmasambhava Buddhist Center of Tampa Bay holds Buddhist practice in the large dome that meets every Monday at 7pm. The practice includes chanting of the Heart Sutra and meditation. First timers are advised to come at least 20 minutes early for orientation. Practice is provided free of charge. For more information on PBC International please visit www.padmasambhava.org.
2. Tuesday UUCT Meditation Group: This group meets in the large dome every Tuesday from 5:45 to 6:45pm. The hour includes a short reading from the Zen Buddhist tradition, silent meditation, and study of Buddhist scripture. Practice is provided free of charge. First timers contact Grant Wilson; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Diana Stevens; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
3. SHAAG (Secular Humanist Atheist Agnostic Group) meets regularly on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 7:00 pm. The discussion topics are announced in advance. Go to the church website and follow the SHAAG link for further information or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
4. Light Yoga Class, every Friday at 11 am. Yoga Class will be held in the Multi-Purpose Bldg. What to bring: Yoga mat or towel or blanket; What to wear: Loose or expandable clothing; What to expect: Light stretching only with no difficult yoga poses; Cost: $6.00 (a church fund-raiser) If you can lay on the floor and get back up, you can do this beneficial, meditative activity. Grant Wilson - Yoga facilitator. Please come and observe at first or jump-right-in and participate.
Great Courses Discussion Group
Our Great Courses Discussion Group will take a 6-week hiatus during May and early June. The next meeting will be Monday, June 18, 7 - 9 p.m.
Discussion of Rev Peter Morales’ “In Congregations and Beyond.”
Monday May 21, 2012 in the multipurpose building. 7:00pm
The AdultRE Committee has asked Dr. Ralph Lehman to lead us in a discussion and exploration of a document received earlier this year.
In January 2012, the Rev. Peter Morales, President of the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA), released a proposal titled, In Congregations and Beyond. In it he offers a vision of the opportunities and challenges that face Unitarian Universalism as an international movement. He presents a strategic direction for Unitarian Universalism consistent with our core values and historic willingness to push beyond pre-determined boundaries.
Congregations and Beyond is available online now in PDF format at http://tinyurl.com/6wa4exz. Or email
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and we’ll email one to you, or leave a note in the office and we’ll get one to you.
How to Write Sermons for Laypeople
The Worship Committee and Rev. Sara invite members of the congregation to offer sermons during her six-month sabbatical, especially during the months of September - December, 2012. It is said, "Everyone has at least one sermon in them," and this seems an opportune time to offer a workshop on sermon writing.
However, the workshop is for anyone who wants to learn more about sermon writing. Its purpose is partly to encourage those who want to offer a sermon--although the workshop is not required for doing so. At the same time, no one taking the workshop is thereby committing to offer a sermon.
All that said, here is the workshop information:
What: "Learn How to Write Sermons: A Workshop for Laypeople"
When: Saturday, May 26, 2012, 9 a.m. - noon
Where: UUCT Multi-Purpose Building
How: Bring laptops, notebooks, your favorite writing tools
Food for thought: Chocolate, coffee, and cheese Danish available for inspiration!
Who: Members of the UUCT congregation & W. Central Florida Cluster UU's
Why: To encourage and support sermons from the laity
For more information or to sign up, contact Rev. Sara (
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) to indicate your interest.
A note on the presenter: Rev. Sara taught composition at the university level for 25 years before entering the ministry. Her teaching style is a combination of individual and collaborative. She says, "This workshop is especially for everyone thinking about offering a sermon, especially during my sabbatical, and wanting a little encouragement. My goal is that everyone attending will leave with a solid sermon idea, a first paragraph, and an outline for the rest."
Coming up soon!
UU 101
June 13-20
Building Your Own Theology
July 10, 17, 24 and 31
SMALL GROUP MINISTRY
For more information contact Rev. Sara Zimmerman
Religious Education Classes, Films, Book Discussions, and Events are open to all UU members and friends. Bring an open mind and heart, and prepare to be stretched while exploring our diversity and taking pleasure in our community.
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