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The Unitarian Universalists of Geneva are a community of curious and compassionate thinkers and doers. We gather to explore and be reminded of what really matters in life through discourse with friends who respect our personal journey. We are diverse in faith, ethnicity, history and spirituality but aligned our desire to make a difference for good. We recharge through not only discourse, but also through song and the lighting of a candle, experiencing awe and connection. We also challenge each other to live our values through social action initiatives. We offer our children the opportunity to develop their personal moral structure and spiritual path through socially conscious activities and studies of world philosophies, traditions and religions. Come, reconnect with your spiritual side on your own terms, and in the loving and mindful embrace of a vibrant community. Sign up for our monthly newsletter Copyright Unitarian Universalist Association UPCOMING EVENTS (Monthly Gatherings 3rd Sundays -- with some exceptions) SAVE THE DATES Please mark the following dates on your calendars for our gatherings and events: Due to the coronavirus outbreak, in person gatherings have been suspended until further notice. ====================================================================
Unitarian Universalism hold the 7 Principles as strong values and universal moral teachings.
Principle 1: The inherent worth and dignity of every person; Principle 2: Justice, equity and compassion in human relations; Principle 3: Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations; Principle 4: A free and responsible search for truth and meaning; Principle 5: The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large; Principle 6: The goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice for all; Principle 7: Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part. Here is an interesting video clip discussing these principles...
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UUG is an independent, non-profit, volunteer-run organization of a spiritual, religious, humanitarian nature. All are funds come from the generous pledging of our member or collected from offerings at our monthly gatherings. We give 25% of our collection each month to a local charity, Au Coeur des Grottes, a shelter for homeless women and their children in Geneva, and 25% to Jhamtse Gatsal, an orphanage and school in northern India. (see tab Live Your Values) Pledges to UUG go to our modest operating costs for renting space in the Quaker House, paying for outside speakers, civil insurance, and bookkeeping costs. Our financial report is available upon request. Post Finance Account number: 89-794442-5 IBAN: CH080900000089794442 BIC: POFICHBEXXX |
Next UUG Monthly Gathering
Next: When: To be announced Where: The Quaker House. Ave. du Mervelet 13 Title: Come and share a spiritual moment with us!. Youth Program: Offered for children 4-12 years old. Please let us know by Saturday evening (16 March) if you are bringing your (child)ren (julieathomp@hotmail.com). Social Hour: After the gathering we have an aperos potluck and beverages of choice, so please plan to join and bring something to share. See Past Monthly Gatherings descriptions under Deepen Your Humanity tab. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Events to be listed. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ EUROPEAN UNITARIAN RETREAT If you're interested in the European Unitarian Retreats please visit http://www.europeanuu.org/euu-gatherings/upcoming-retreats/ For more information about Unitarian Universalists in Europe, visit http://www.europeanuu.org/ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ RETREAT OPPORTUNITY COMPASSION IN ACTION Where East Meets West:, June 21 - 23, Les Diablerets If you are interested in a weekend retreat with yoga, meditation and Buddhist teachings with Lobsong Phuntsok (founder of Jhamtse Gatsal Children's Community which our group supports) & Jessica Magnin, contact contact@jhamtseswitzerland.org 079 607 5522, www.jhamtsegatsal.org / www.o2yoga.ch ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ HAVE YOU THOUGHT ABOUT JOINING THE STEERING COMMITTEE? Please consider joining the UUG Steering Committee. We're a friendly bunch that would be happy to welcome you and your energy and creative ideas for our group. We also need someone to work on the website and Facebook page. If you're interested, drop us a line or talk to Scott, Trisha, Julie, Tomas or Reva on Sunday evening. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ www.genevauu.org https://www.facebook.com/UUGenevaSwitzerland 
UUG is collecting donated items on for a Vide Grenier -- Garage Sale to take place in the Spring and Fall in Gex! Proceeds go to support UUG's social action work.
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ VIDE GRENIER / BROCANTE / RUMMAGE SALE – Gex, France SOCIAL ACTION AND SPRING CLEANING Don't forget UUs if you're doing any spring cleaning or decluttering. We will continue to collect gently used household and clothing items to sell at our next social action fundraiser later this spring or in the fall. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ What’s so good about “spring or fall cleaning”? Well, it’s a wonderful opportunity to clear out unwanted items and give them a chance to be reused by someone else. It’s also a great way to support UUG’s social action work, through our fundraiser vide grenier/brocante/ rummage sale in Gex, France, in Spring and Fall. This request has two parts. First, please bring any donations (household items, sports equipment, books, clothing/shoes, etc.) to our gathering on bring by ________. If you are unable to come but have something to contribute, just let us know and we’ll try to make arrangements to pick it up. Second, we will need volunteers on _______ the day of the sale to help set up, sell, and then pack up (any leftover items will be given away unless otherwise specified). The sale usually takes place rain or shine, unless it is absolutely pouring. We look forward to the involvement of as many people as possible. Please see here for a doodle poll indicating your availability to volunteer: https://doodle.com/poll/hmxvskaxn9ww37wi And now, a few words from Alex who originally proposed this activity: "Please come and help us to recycle and make money for a good cause!" |
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