You are welcome to join ongoing weekly sessions of A Course in Miracles, a self-study spiritual program based on universal spiritual themes, primarily including forgiveness as the path to love in order to focus on living more peacefully in this world. To RSVP, contact Suzette Boulais at zetter3@comcast.net.

Life Force Tai Chi
First & Third Sundays through December 2024
   Tai Chi is an ancient discipline from China. Join Dave Grebner for this class, where we will learn how to stand and move to enhance the flow of chi life energy through our bodies.

Galen

   Inquirers Series
Tuesdays in February at 6pm
Conference Room & Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/3h8f5jyj
   Visitors, newcomers, and new members are invited to participate in the Inquirers Series—the first step on our Faith Forward Path. This series of nine topics offers a general introduction to our congregation and Unitarian Universalism. The series will run for four weeks in February. For more information or to RSVP, email Regina Stanley at membership@peoriauuchurch.org.

   Join us on Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHr as we invite guest presenters and talk about videos of current events, religion,  and politics. We aspire to use empathy, humility, curiosity, critical thinking, and compassionate communications to discuss new insights, controversy, disinformation, irrationality, and magical thinking. 

Keepers of the Great Grove ~ CUUPs
Wednesday, February 5, 6-7:30pm
Conference Room or Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/2nyj5zet
   Each month, we discuss current and new business for the chapter. This month, we’ll
work on plans for 2025 and have a conversation about Ostara. For the second half of the meeting, Tony Huerta will share some books on magical resistance, and we’ll discuss how our personal beliefs intersect with social justice, activism, and the current administration. If time allows, we’ll take a look at the library project and see what next steps make sense.
   CUUPs stands for Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans. Meetings happen the first Wednesday of the month, and all are welcome.

Mugs & Musings ~ Thursdays at 10am
   In February, we will meet at

Tadoughs in Tanglewood Plaza ~
7024 N University, Peoria

   Drop in and join Membership Coordinator
Regina Stanley to discuss whatever is on your mind. Questions? Contact Regina at 309-648-2767 or membership@peoriauuchurch.org.

You are welcome to join ongoing weekly sessions of A Course in Miracles, a self-study spiritual program based on universal spiritual themes, primarily including forgiveness as the path to love in order to focus on living more peacefully in this world. To RSVP, contact Suzette Boulais at zetter3@comcast.net.

   Do you play Mah Jongg or do you want to learn? Join the fun on 2nd and 4th Sundays! Bring your own drink and snack, and if you have a Mah Jongg set or mat, bring it, too. Contact Char Rickey at spinwool7@aol.com or 309-472-7085 or Evan Stubbs at sirstubby@hotmail.com or 575-621-5519 with questions.

Sacred Rest
In person Sun., Feb. 9, 4pm
Zoom Sun., Feb. 23, 4pm
   You were not just born to center your entire existence on work and labor. You were born to heal, to grow, to be of service to yourself and community, to practice, to experiment, to create, to have space, to dream, and to connect.
            ~ Tricia Hersey in Rest Is Resistance
   You deserve time to rest. Come and practice in community. In-person Sacred Rest on Feb. 9 will be in the Senior High Youth Room. Bring water, a journal, and/or blanket if you wish. On fourth Sundays (next on Feb. 23), the Central IL Religious Educators will facilitate a guided rest experience on Zoom for our four congregations in Bloomington-Normal, Champaign-Urbana, Peoria, and Springfield. Create a comfortable nest with a blanket or pillow, grab some water, and bring a journal if you wish. We’ll draw from the work of Tricia Hersey. To receive the link, email Jesi at DLRE@PeoriaUUChurch.org or sign up here  https://uuchurch.flocknote.com/signup/192803.

   Inquirers Series
Tuesdays in February at 6pm
Conference Room & Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/3h8f5jyj
   Visitors, newcomers, and new members are invited to participate in the Inquirers Series—the first step on our Faith Forward Path. This series of nine topics offers a general introduction to our congregation and Unitarian Universalism. The series will run for four weeks in February. For more information or to RSVP, email Regina Stanley at membership@peoriauuchurch.org.

New Evening Connection Circle
2nd & 4th Tuesdays through May, 7-9pm 
RE Meeting Room or Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/rbh3tyf2
   Are you in search of a safe, soul-refreshing small group? A Connection Circle can provide you with one! Join other UUs and friends in groups of 4-10 to explore thoughtful topics. All circles have personal check-in and check-out times where we share what’s on our hearts and minds. You are welcome to join in person or on Zoom. No need to RSVP. Please text or call Jeanette Gruber at 309-383-3111 with questions.

   Join us on Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHr as we invite guest presenters and talk about videos of current events, religion,  and politics. We aspire to use empathy, humility, curiosity, critical thinking, and compassionate communications to discuss new insights, controversy, disinformation, irrationality, and magical thinking. 

Canceled this evening due to weather. 
Amethyst Circle: An Addiction
Recovery Group Following UU Values
Wednesday, Feb. 12, 7-8pm, RE Meeting Room or Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/u4tdhkha
   Gather with others to offer and receive support on your addiction journey. This group is
facilitated by Tony Huerta and is open to all.

ONLINE BIBLICAL LITERACY PART I SERIES - OPEN TO ALL!

Wednesdays, Feb 12 - March 19
7:00pm-8:30 pm CT on Zoom
Deadline to register February 10

   The Faith Forward program out of the First Unitarian Church of Dallas is excited to offer an online session of "Biblical Literacy for Unitarian Universalists" for all congregations. We will offer this 11-week course in two parts, one in the winter and one in the fall. Part I includes the sessions "Approaching the Bible - Many Books, Many Sources," "God and Covenant," "Jesus in the Gospels," "Kingdom of God Parables," "Creation Stories,” and “The Bible and Our Lives.” This is a unique opportunity to explore the Bible through a Unitarian Universalist lens.

For more information or to register, email Faith Forward Coordinator Rev. Lora Brandis at faithforward@dallasuu.org. Deadline to register is Monday, February 10.

Mugs & Musings ~ Thursdays at 10am
   In February, we will meet at

Tadoughs in Tanglewood Plaza ~
7024 N University, Peoria

   Drop in and join Membership Coordinator
Regina Stanley to discuss whatever is on your mind. Questions? Contact Regina at 309-648-2767 or membership@peoriauuchurch.org.

Rev. Jennifer

You are welcome to join ongoing weekly sessions of A Course in Miracles, a self-study spiritual program based on universal spiritual themes, primarily including forgiveness as the path to love in order to focus on living more peacefully in this world. To RSVP, contact Suzette Boulais at zetter3@comcast.net.

Life Force Tai Chi
First & Third Sundays through December 2024
   Tai Chi is an ancient discipline from China. Join Dave Grebner for this class, where we will learn how to stand and move to enhance the flow of chi life energy through our bodies.

   Do you identify as LGBTQIA2S+? Do you attend, visit, or belong to UUCP? Join us on the 3rd Monday each month. Questions? Email Tim Herold at herold1961@gmail.com for details.

   Inquirers Series
Tuesdays in February at 6pm
Conference Room & Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/3h8f5jyj
   Visitors, newcomers, and new members are invited to participate in the Inquirers Series—the first step on our Faith Forward Path. This series of nine topics offers a general introduction to our congregation and Unitarian Universalism. The series will run for four weeks in February. For more information or to RSVP, email Regina Stanley at membership@peoriauuchurch.org.

   Join us on Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHr as we invite guest presenters and talk about videos of current events, religion,  and politics. We aspire to use empathy, humility, curiosity, critical thinking, and compassionate communications to discuss new insights, controversy, disinformation, irrationality, and magical thinking. 

ONLINE BIBLICAL LITERACY PART I SERIES - OPEN TO ALL!

Wednesdays, Feb 12 - March 19
7:00pm-8:30 pm CT on Zoom
Deadline to register February 10

   The Faith Forward program out of the First Unitarian Church of Dallas is excited to offer an online session of "Biblical Literacy for Unitarian Universalists" for all congregations. We will offer this 11-week course in two parts, one in the winter and one in the fall. Part I includes the sessions "Approaching the Bible - Many Books, Many Sources," "God and Covenant," "Jesus in the Gospels," "Kingdom of God Parables," "Creation Stories,” and “The Bible and Our Lives.” This is a unique opportunity to explore the Bible through a Unitarian Universalist lens.

For more information or to register, email Faith Forward Coordinator Rev. Lora Brandis at faithforward@dallasuu.org. Deadline to register is Monday, February 10.

Mugs & Musings ~ Thursdays at 10am
   In February, we will meet at

Tadoughs in Tanglewood Plaza ~
7024 N University, Peoria

   Drop in and join Membership Coordinator
Regina Stanley to discuss whatever is on your mind. Questions? Contact Regina at 309-648-2767 or membership@peoriauuchurch.org.

Third Thursday Ladies’ Lunch
Thursday, February 20, 11:30am
Childers Eatery ~ 3312 N. University St., Peoria
   Join us for a breakfast, lunch, or vegan dish! Please RSVP to Carlette at 309-258-5890.

Date with Death Club Sat., Feb. 22, 10am-Noon

Conference Room & Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/ayw3cu5z

   Do you hope to face our human mortality with less fear and more curiosity? With less euphemism and more reality? With less conformity and more creativity? If that sounds like you or who you hope to become, welcome to Date with Death Club, where we explore topics of aging, death, and dying. Attend one, some, or all sessions. 

   This month’s topic is “Writing Your Own Obituary.” Just like planning your own memorial service, you can spend time now putting together your obituary. We’ll explore both traditional obituaries (the kind you’re likely to find in a newspaper) and more story-based obituaries that can help us connect with our own deeper purpose in whatever time we have left on this earth. We’ll use a specially developed worksheet to guide us that you can take home.

You are welcome to join ongoing weekly sessions of A Course in Miracles, a self-study spiritual program based on universal spiritual themes, primarily including forgiveness as the path to love in order to focus on living more peacefully in this world. To RSVP, contact Suzette Boulais at zetter3@comcast.net.

   Do you play Mah Jongg or do you want to learn? Join the fun on 2nd and 4th Sundays! Bring your own drink and snack, and if you have a Mah Jongg set or mat, bring it, too. Contact Char Rickey at spinwool7@aol.com or 309-472-7085 or Evan Stubbs at sirstubby@hotmail.com or 575-621-5519 with questions.

Sacred Rest
In person Sun., Feb. 9, 4pm
Zoom Sun., Feb. 23, 4pm
   You were not just born to center your entire existence on work and labor. You were born to heal, to grow, to be of service to yourself and community, to practice, to experiment, to create, to have space, to dream, and to connect.
            ~ Tricia Hersey in Rest Is Resistance
   You deserve time to rest. Come and practice in community. In-person Sacred Rest on Feb. 9 will be in the Senior High Youth Room. Bring water, a journal, and/or blanket if you wish. On fourth Sundays (next on Feb. 23), the Central IL Religious Educators will facilitate a guided rest experience on Zoom for our four congregations in Bloomington-Normal, Champaign-Urbana, Peoria, and Springfield. Create a comfortable nest with a blanket or pillow, grab some water, and bring a journal if you wish. We’ll draw from the work of Tricia Hersey. To receive the link, email Jesi at DLRE@PeoriaUUChurch.org or sign up here  https://uuchurch.flocknote.com/signup/192803.

   Inquirers Series
Tuesdays in February at 6pm
Conference Room & Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/3h8f5jyj
   Visitors, newcomers, and new members are invited to participate in the Inquirers Series—the first step on our Faith Forward Path. This series of nine topics offers a general introduction to our congregation and Unitarian Universalism. The series will run for four weeks in February. For more information or to RSVP, email Regina Stanley at membership@peoriauuchurch.org.

New Evening Connection Circle
2nd & 4th Tuesdays through May, 7-9pm 
RE Meeting Room or Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/rbh3tyf2
   Are you in search of a safe, soul-refreshing small group? A Connection Circle can provide you with one! Join other UUs and friends in groups of 4-10 to explore thoughtful topics. All circles have personal check-in and check-out times where we share what’s on our hearts and minds. You are welcome to join in person or on Zoom. No need to RSVP. Please text or call Jeanette Gruber at 309-383-3111 with questions.

   Join us on Zoom at https://bit.ly/3rthCHr as we invite guest presenters and talk about videos of current events, religion,  and politics. We aspire to use empathy, humility, curiosity, critical thinking, and compassionate communications to discuss new insights, controversy, disinformation, irrationality, and magical thinking.