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Welcome to Palomar Unitarian Universalist Fellowship! The mission of the Palomar Unitarian Universalist Fellowship is to create a compassionate, liberal religious community...

Rev. Dr. Beth A. Johnson* where spirits and intellects are free to explore the meaning of existence...

* where the work of social justice and the warmth of friendships are equally valued...

* where young and old can find joy and comfort...

* where we welcome a variety of people with diverse histories, lifestyles, ideas, and dreams...

* where our senses respond to artistic creativity as well as to the natural world at our doorstep...

* where we practice Unitarian Universalist values by being true to our own beliefs and cooperating in a self-governing community.

Sunday Worship:
Every Sunday 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. - First Service

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. - Open Forum
A moderated discussion on a variety of subjects covering the spiritual, political, and more!

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. - Religious Education
Religious Education classes.

10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. - Refreshments
Join us on the Fellowship Patio for coffee and snacks between services.

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Religious Education
Religious Education classes. (For Tweens and YRUU, Religious Education is available only at the 10:30 a.m. service.)

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Second Service

Child care provisions during worship:
Child care with age-appropriate religious education is provided by adult caregivers in the Nursery/Preschool room for infants, toddlers and kindergarten. Activities include stories, supervised indoor and outdoor play, age-appropriate arts and crafts, and a healthful snack.

Other Meetings and Events open to public attendance:

Monday
7 p.m. - 8 p.m. - Great Books
(Every second and fourth Monday.)
Non-fiction book discussions focusing on political, scientific and ethical questions are featured, with stimulating conversations and the sharing of ideas and opinions. Meets the 2nd & 4th Monday of every month at 7:00 pm. Please contact Betty Guerrero at (760) 726-6421 for details.

7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - Transition Committee
(Every third Monday.)

Contact Patrick McLaughlin for details.
Tuesday
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. - Men's Group
(Every other Tuesday.)

Bring your brown bag lunch and share the conversation about what’s going on in our lives. All men are invited to come and develop friendships.

6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Covenant Circle Facilitators
(Every third Tuesday.)


7 p.m. - 8 p.m. - Music Committe
(Every second Tuesday.)

The Music Committee oversees the music program for Sunday Services, which include the choir, the ensemble and the pianists. The music program has evolved, and is still expanding from a small volunteer program to one of professional services. The committee also plans and sponsors the “Saturdays in Shadowridge” concerts.

7 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - Addictions Ministry
(Every fourth Tuesday.)

Monthly meeting for anyone affected by addiction, either your own or someone you love. Contact Rev. Dr. Beth Johnson at minister@vistauu.org for details.
Wednesday
3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. - Dream Workshop
(Every second Wednesday.)
Contact Sally Gaines for details.

4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Peace Team
(Every second Wednesday.)
The Peace Team is a group of individuals that provides an empowering, inspiring, creative spiritual community in which to live out peacemaking in our personal, congregational and global lives.


4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Shelter Helpers
(Every first Wednesday.)
Shelter Helpers prepare and deliver home cooked meals for 40 or 50 people to the family shelter on Vista Way twice a month, all year round, on first and third Wednesdays. We have two teams consisting of one shopper, two or three cooks and two deliverers. In the winter, we make the extra commitment to deliver additional meals to the temporary winter shelter in Vista. We welcome volunteers as well as donations. For details, contact Leona Wolf at (760) 758-8743 or at lvwolf@hotmail.com, or Eileen Maurer at (760) 598-2754 or at eileenmaurer@cox.net.

6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - Green Team
(Every third Wednesday.)
The Green Sanctuary program is our primary path to sustainability and stewardship of Earth. In accordance with the Seventh UU Principal on reverence for life and respect for the interdependent web of existence, the program focuses on improving our awareness of environmental issues with worship and celebration, religious education, sustainable living and environmental justice. Projects are designed to promote growth in this area for the community and for individuals, and all are encouraged to participate. We meet every 3rd Wednesday at 6:30 pm. Childcare is available with advance request. Contact Susan Thayer at (760) 724-5198 or at schoolnursesue@gmail.com for details.

6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Simple Living
(Every fourth Wednesday.)

Contact Kelley Grimes for details.

6:45 p.m. - Sacred Circle

(Every first Wednesday.)
The Sacred Circle is a women’s spirituality group.

7 p.m. - 8 p.m. - Covenant Group
(Every second Wednesday.)

Contact Bob Hehrlein at hehr@roadrunner.com for details.
Thursday

9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. - Stretching and Heal
(Every Thursday.)

Contact Joan Singer for details
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2 p.m. - 3 p.m. - Buddhist Study Group
(Every Thursday.)

Here is a time and space for stepping into silence and inner reflection. A silent meditation is followed by a reading from one of the Insight Meditation teachers, after which an often lively discussion ensues. Before closing, participants engage in a few minutes of Metta (loving kindness) meditation and a closing with words taken from Thich Naht Hahn. We invite any interested people to join us. No experience is necessary.

6 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Children's Choir
(Every Thursday.)

Contact Kathleen Moscato for details.

7 p.m. - 8 p.m. - Choir/Ensemble
(Every Thursday.)

Our Adult Choir is an active group of talented volunteers who love to sing and share their music. Anyone who loves to sing is welcome to join. The Ensemble is a mini orchestra (strings, brass, woodwinds, percussion) that plays a wide variety of music from classical to pop. Anyone, of any age, who plays a musical instrument, is welcome to join.

7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - Fellowship Board Meeting
(Every second Thursday.)


7 p.m. - 8 p.m. - Religious Education (RE) Committee
(Every second Thursday.)

The vision of the Religious Education Committee is that children and youth, ages infant to 20, will develop a UU identity; become knowledgeable and aware of UU heritage, history and principles; develop a dedication to service; establish personal core values; establish spiritual and religious traditions and acquire the necessary tools to embark on a life-long spiritual path. Parents of children and youth are encouraged to participate as volunteer teachers on a rotating basis. For details, contact Lisa Wellens, Director of Religious Education, at (760) 597-1329 or at lawellens@roadrunner.com.

Friday

11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. - Yoga
(Every Friday.)
Join us for a weekly yoga class, right here at Palomar Fellowship! Accredited yoga teacher Shelley Scott from Yoga Vista teaches an 11:15 am yoga class every Friday. The cost is $60.00 for 6 sessions.

6 p.m. - 8 p.m. - Supper Club
(Every second Friday, in private homes.)

Supper Club is a rotating adult dinner program. Several people serve as hosts and provide their homes and the guests bring the food. Everyone shares good company, delicious food and lively conversation. This is a fun way to become acquainted with others in our community.

7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - Lesbians in North County
(Every Friday.)

We are a grassroots organization that provides a safe and open environment for women seeking support and social activities. We will coordinate social activities, sponsor events and provide a network for our community. As a collective body, we will be a powerful voice and a visable sign for our integration into the greater community. Most meetings are held on Friday nights at 7:30 at the Palomar Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. We rent space from the church but are not affiliated with any religious group. As you all know, we need to leave pets at home in respect for the building we rent.

7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - Sufi Dancing
(Every third Friday.)
Sufi dances allow us to share a deep namaste experience of connection. As we connect with our eyes, we practice simple and graceful movement while focusing on the positive words of powerful chants and songs. No level of experience with dance is required.

Saturday
9 a.m. - 10 a.m. - Buddhist Sangha
(Every Saturday.)
The Buddhist Saturday Sangha is a group of beginning and intermediate seekers that come together to meditate using a variety of techniques such as silent and guided meditations, chanting and, walking meditation. One of our goals is to heal our planet by living a life of peace and compassion. We generally follow the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh who emphasizes the inter-being of all things. Once a month a Dharma Teacher joins the group to provide a message. Groups are free; when a Dharma Teacher instructs, a donation is warmly welcomed.

1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. - Bridge Club
(Every other Saturday.)
 

Office Hours:
Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 12 noon

Worship and Office Address:
1600 Buena Vista Dr
Vista, CA 92081

(760) 941-4319 (office phone)

DRIVING DIRECTIONS: From Oceanside and Carlsbad: Take 78 to Melrose Dr exit, turn right (south) and continue on Melrose to Buena Vista Dr. There is an Albertson's shopping center on the right. Turn left. We are a few hundred feet from the intersection on the right.
From Escondido: Take 78 to Sycamore Ave exit and turn left under the freeway. Go to the third traffic light, Shadowridge Dr, and turn right. Continue until South Melrose Dr and turn right. Go to the second traffic light and turn right onto Buena Vista Dr. Our fellowship is the round white building on the right about 300 feet ahead on the right side of the street.

Mailing Address:
Palomar Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
1600 Buena Vista Dr
Vista, CA 92081

Office Phone:
(760) 941-4319

Office Hours:
Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. – 12 noon

E-mail addresses:
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