Unitarian Universalist
Congregation of Northwest Tucson
Green Sanctuary Program

Events

December 18- February 19, 2008 Exploring Deep Ecology: An eight week discussion course created by the Northwest Earth Institute

We meet from 6-8 PM on Tuesday evenings beginning December 18, with a two week break for the holidays, resuming on January 8, 2008.

Where: The Small UUCNWT RE room at 3601 W Cromwell Dr, Tucson, Arizona.

Deep ecology describes an approach in which humans reflect deeply on their relationship with the earth and the interconnectedness of everything on it. It emphasizes the intrinsic value of all species and sees humans as one part of an interdependent ecosystem. It questions the world view that humans should have dominance over nature, use the natural environment as an unending resource, and promote consumerism while denying the need to protect the earth's resources and biological diversity. It empahsizes our spiritual connection to the natural world.

Some of the topics we will address in the coming weeks include:

• Wild nature- our personal connection to the natural world
• Native American wisdom - how native Americans see themselves in relation to the rest of life
• The Gaia hypothesis - understanding the scientific basis for the concept that earth operates like a living organism

If you need any more information about this, contact Marion E.  We can add participants until after the second meeting. 

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January 6 – March 2, 2008 Voluntary Simplicity Dicussion Circle

What: A group of about 10 people getting together to dicuss how they can reduce their impact on the environment in their personal lives. When we realize that the things we do all have an impact on the natural world and the peoples of this earth we want to make changes in our lives. What changes each individual wants to make is a personal choice. It may be no longer consuming animal based food, buying less stuff, investing in environmentally responsible companies, using the car less and many other choices.

Why: As we all know, changing habits can be a challenge. This group is meant to help us realize where we can make a change and to then help us implement this new habit for good.

Discussions are based on the book “Discussion Course on Voluntary Simplicity” by the Northwest Earth Institute.

When and where: The group will meet for 8 weeks (January 6 – March 2, with no meeting on February 24), on Sunday mornings from 9:00-10:30  AM in the large RE room at UUCNWT at 3601 W Cromwell Dr, Tucson, Arizona.

Cost: $ 20 for the book (scholarships available).

Childcare: Provided if requested in advance.

Contact: Sybelle VE.   (520) 586-2037

This group is currently filled. If you would like to participate in future circles, please contact Sybelle.

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January 13, 2008 Ironwood Forest - Learn what we can do!

Come January 13th to learn what we can do!
A representative of the FIF (Shiloh Walkosak) will be presenting a program to the congregation right after services to describe its activities and ask for help on specific projects.

They are currently looking for help with their next big cleanup planned for Saturday January 26.

Lunch will be served and child care provided at the meeting on January 13.
Sign up sheets will be provided in the next few weeks.

Please indicate if you need child care. Contact Anne L. for more information. Phone: (520) 825-3449

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January 17, 2008 Eating Between the Lines

You are cordially invited to dinner and conversation with Brother David Andrews

Eating Between the Lines: Where Our Food Comes From and Where It's Going

Thursday, January 17, 2008, 6-8 pm
Trinity Presbyterian Church
400 E. University Blvd.

$6.50 per person, vegetarian options available
Please make reservations by contacting: Kitty Ufford-Chase at the Community Food Bank,
622-0525 x 251

Brother David Andrews:
25 year national and international advocate for a just food and farm system

Sponsored by the Community Foodbank Food Security Center and the Punch Woods Endowment Fund 

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January 26, 2008 Ironwood Forest - Cleanup with Friends of the Ironwood Forest.

Ironwood Forest - Cleanup with Friends of the Ironwood Forest!

The Friends of the Ironwood Forest are currently looking for help with their next big cleanup planned for Saturday January 26.

A representative of the FIF (Shiloh Walkosak) presents a program to the congregation right after services (January 13, 2008) to describe its activities and ask for help on specific projects. Signup begins at that time.

Sign up sheets will be provided in the next few weeks.

Contact Anne L. for more information. Phone: (520) 825-3449

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