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Paying Attention: What is in Your Cup?

In a wisdom tale, Buddhist monk, Thich Nhat Hanh tells us the bump in the road doesn’t create what spills out of the cup we are carrying. Instead it reveals what is already inside. The question is not about who bumps us rather, “What am I carrying in my cup?”


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30 Jun
06/30/2019    
10:30 am - 11:45 am
01 Jul
07/01/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for 30 minutes of sitting or walking meditation in the sanctuary. Each week we have a topic for discussion related to meditating as a way to expand our knowledge and connect with one another. This group is for everyone, whether you meditate frequently, occasionally, or are coming for your first meditation sit. The group is also open to any ideas or topics anyone may wish to share. Alexa and Steve Arnold facilitate the group.
02 Jul
07/02/2019    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
For information about Tacoma Refugee Choir, visit https://refugeechoir.org/
04 Jul
07/04/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
This time is reserved for music rehearsals for worship services, and as appropriate, will be updated with the name of the group rehearsing on individual evenings when that information is available. 
07 Jul
07/07/2019    
10:30 am - 11:45 am
08 Jul
07/08/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for 30 minutes of sitting or walking meditation in the sanctuary. Each week we have a topic for discussion related to meditating as a way to expand our knowledge and connect with one another. This group is for everyone, whether you meditate frequently, occasionally, or are coming for your first meditation sit. The group is also open to any ideas or topics anyone may wish to share. Alexa and Steve Arnold facilitate the group.
09 Jul
07/09/2019    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
09 Jul
07/09/2019    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
For information about Tacoma Refugee Choir, visit https://refugeechoir.org/
11 Jul
07/11/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
This time is reserved for music rehearsals for worship services, and as appropriate, will be updated with the name of the group rehearsing on individual evenings when that information is available. 
12 Jul
07/12/2019    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Knitting and Krafting Circle
14 Jul
07/14/2019    
10:30 am - 11:45 am
14 Jul
Moondancers Covenant Group
15 Jul
07/15/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for 30 minutes of sitting or walking meditation in the sanctuary. Each week we have a topic for discussion related to meditating as a way to expand our knowledge and connect with one another. This group is for everyone, whether you meditate frequently, occasionally, or are coming for your first meditation sit. The group is also open to any ideas or topics anyone may wish to share. Alexa and Steve Arnold facilitate the group.
16 Jul
07/16/2019    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
For information about Tacoma Refugee Choir, visit https://refugeechoir.org/
16 Jul
07/16/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Board of Trustees Meetings are scheduled for the Third Tuesday of each month. The meetings are open to members of the congregation. Occasionally some agenda items of the Board of Trustees meetings are held in executive session, and open only to board members.
18 Jul
07/18/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
This time is reserved for music rehearsals for worship services, and as appropriate, will be updated with the name of the group rehearsing on individual evenings when that information is available. 
20 Jul
Join Tahoma UUs who host this third-Saturday-of-the-month vigil at the Northwest Detention Center, 1623 East J St., Tacoma, WA 98421 from 1:00-3:30 pm. The vigil supports the families of the detainees visiting their loved ones, and participants bring coffee, sandwiches, juice, and special snacks and toys for children.
21 Jul
07/21/2019    
8:00 am - 9:30 am
Summer “Forest Bathing” anyone?! Join TUUC Adult Spiritual Explorers for a unique experiential “Introduction to Forest Bathing” at Point Defiance Park! Forest bathing (or shinrin-yoku) has been popular in Japan for decades and is gaining momentum in the US. The practice invites you to fully experience the peaceful, healing, restorative beauty of nature with all of your senses attuned to the present moment. Multiple scientific studies have shown that it lowers stress and blood pressure levels, while increasing immune system functioning, making you more resilient to diseases and illness. With caring, gentle guidance, and invitation, you will have the opportunity to meditate, walk slowly, pause, contemplate and reflect, and share your experience of mindfully enjoying the Japanese Garden. Come experience nature in full awe, wonder, and beauty from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 21, which gives us plenty of time to get to TUUC for Sunday, July 21 worship service on “Growing Into Harmony.”  We will meet at the Japanese Garden Pagoda beginning at 7:45 a.m. and begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. Participants are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and/or blankets and snacks/drinks if they wish. For more info, contact Doug Taylor, or email Admin@TahomaUU.com. Also see the recent The Guardian article: "Getting back to nature: how forest bathing can make us feel better."
21 Jul
07/21/2019    
10:30 am - 11:45 am
21 Jul
07/21/2019    
12:00 pm - 2:00 am
mUUmmies Covenant Group
22 Jul
07/22/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for 30 minutes of sitting or walking meditation in the sanctuary. Each week we have a topic for discussion related to meditating as a way to expand our knowledge and connect with one another. This group is for everyone, whether you meditate frequently, occasionally, or are coming for your first meditation sit. The group is also open to any ideas or topics anyone may wish to share. Alexa and Steve Arnold facilitate the group.
23 Jul
07/23/2019    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
For information about Tacoma Refugee Choir, visit https://refugeechoir.org/
25 Jul
07/25/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
This time is reserved for music rehearsals for worship services, and as appropriate, will be updated with the name of the group rehearsing on individual evenings when that information is available. 
26 Jul
07/26/2019    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Knitting and Krafting Circle
26 Jul
Sandwich making at the church begins at 5:30 p.m. Participants often donate sandwich makings and fruit. After sandwich assembly, some of the group distribute the sandwiches and fruit at the Rescue Mission from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Our partners with this project are the West End Kiwanis, Temple Beth El, and Wilson High School Key Club.
28 Jul
07/28/2019    
10:30 am - 11:45 am
29 Jul
07/29/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for 30 minutes of sitting or walking meditation in the sanctuary. Each week we have a topic for discussion related to meditating as a way to expand our knowledge and connect with one another. This group is for everyone, whether you meditate frequently, occasionally, or are coming for your first meditation sit. The group is also open to any ideas or topics anyone may wish to share. Alexa and Steve Arnold facilitate the group.
30 Jul
07/30/2019    
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for our Last Tuesday Dinner Group at a different area restaurant each month on the last Tuesday evening. These meals are casual, come-as-you-please gatherings. It's a wonderful way to get to know fellow members of the congregation, and you may individually order from the restaurant's menu. The restaurant will be announced as we approach the last Tuesday. Come, relax, eat, and join in the conversations.
30 Jul
07/30/2019    
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Last Tuesday Dinner Group Tuesday, July 30, 2019, 6:00 p.m. Oddfellas Pub & Eatery - Relax and bring your sense of humor! 5741 North 26th Street, Tacoma 98407 (Westgate) Any and all are welcome to join in at this new Tacoma British-style pub. Come try the traditional menu items like bangers n’ mash, cottage pie, or fish n’ chips or explore the large menu including sandwiches, salads, soups, and appetizers. https://oddfellaspubtacoma.com/ Drop by to relax, visit, and enjoy a summer evening on the patio -- weather permitting. We each order and pay for our own tab, so you can choose exactly what you want to eat and drink. Questions? Contact Admin@TahomaUU.com or Cat or Jim Bilnoski or Mary Berry. Join us for our Last Tuesday Dinner Group at a different area restaurant each month on the last Tuesday evening. These meals are casual, come-as-you-please gatherings. It's a wonderful way to get to know fellow members of the congregation, and you may individually order from the restaurant's menu. The restaurant will be announced as we approach the last Tuesday. Come, relax, eat, and join in the conversations.
30 Jul
07/30/2019    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
For information about Tacoma Refugee Choir, visit https://refugeechoir.org/
01 Aug
08/01/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
This time is reserved for music rehearsals for worship services, and as appropriate, will be updated with the name of the group rehearsing on individual evenings when that information is available. 
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