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How We Learn to Stop Worrying and Embrace the Cringe

Published On: March 13, 2023
How We Learn to Stop Worrying and Embrace the Cringe

Published On: March 13, 2023
Trans Rights Are Human Rights

Published On: March 10, 2023
Published On: March 3, 2023
We Rise Above the Streets

Published On: February 8, 2023
Letting the Shield Drop

Published On: February 8, 2023
Love at the Center

Published On: February 8, 2023
We Rise Above the Streets

Published On: February 8, 2023
Letting the Shield Drop

Published On: February 8, 2023
Love at the Center

Published On: February 8, 2023
Swimming to Center

Published On: February 1, 2023
The Ghosts of the Past

Published On: October 20, 2022
Into the Unknown

Published On: September 28, 2022
Event from UUA National Assembly

Published On: May 27, 2022
Celebrating the Summer Solstice

Published On: May 27, 2022
Flower Service & Goodbyes

Published On: May 27, 2022
Reflections on my time at First UU

Published On: May 27, 2022
A Time to Remember and Reflect”

Published On: May 2, 2022
Music Sunday

Published On: April 29, 2022
Should First UU adopt the 8th principle in order to further our anti-racism work?

Published On: April 29, 2022
Should First UU adopt the 8th principle in order to further our anti-racism work?

Published On: April 29, 2022
What Knitting Has Taught Me

Published On: April 29, 2022
Sunday Worship with May Memorial

Published On: April 29, 2022
Woven in a Single Garment of Destiny

Published On: April 1, 2022
First You Leap Then You get Wings

Published On: April 1, 2022
Awakening

Published On: April 1, 2022
Covid Times and Renewals

Published On: April 1, 2022
Guest Preacher – 8th Principle

Published On: February 25, 2022
A Faith for the Future

Published On: February 25, 2022
What is Faith

Published On: February 25, 2022
The Joys and Concerns of Getting Back Together

Published On: February 25, 2022
What If I Only Had 30 Days to Love?

Published On: January 28, 2022
Widening the Circle

Published On: January 28, 2022
Guest Preacher – 8th Principle

Published On: January 28, 2022
Widening The Circle at First UU

Published On: January 28, 2022
Intention Versus Goals

Published On: January 14, 2022
What I Learned On My Sabbatical

Published On: January 14, 2022
Our 8th Principle – A Beginning

Published On: December 30, 2021
Love’s Hands at the End/Middle of a Pandemic

Published On: December 30, 2021
Resolutions and Habits

Published On: December 30, 2021
Eric Byrd Trio’s A Charlie Brown Christmas

Published On: December 3, 2021
Winter Solstice ritual: Finding the Light on the Longest Night of the Year

Published On: December 3, 2021
Christmas Eve Service

Published On: November 26, 2021
No Rehearsal Christmas Pageant

Published On: November 26, 2021
Black History: Singing the Spirituals of our UU Hymnals, Amanda Thomas guest musician

Published On: November 26, 2021
“Which Side Are You On?”

Published On: November 26, 2021
Broken Wing

Published On: October 29, 2021
Learning from History: The 1960s Black Empowerment Controversy

Published On: October 29, 2021
Story Seeds

Published On: October 29, 2021
Strength, Courage, Wisdom and the 8th Principle

Published On: October 29, 2021

A few years ago, I had been searching for a church/community that would be accommodating to my beliefs. I was born Muslim and do admire many things about Islam. My husband was born Eastern Orthodox Catholic. So, I have been exposed to Christianity through my husband and through friends. I like many aspects of Christianity. I found that the UU Church did not have any contradiction to the many beliefs that I have espoused. I find that the humanitarian values that are put forth by the UU Church are great and admirable.

Qudsia

My husband and I are both totally blind and have two Seeing Eye dogs. Not only have we been welcomed into this congregation, but we are accepted as equal participants in this caring community. Shortly after we began attending the services, we were provided braille hymnals, which demonstrates First UU’s commitment to meeting the needs of people with disabilities. We have participated in a summer service and given a presentation to the youth’s religious education classes about our blindness and how our dogs enhance our mobility. Attending the services at First UU has expanded our knowledge of social justice, provided us with deep friendships and has helped us to expand our spiritual growth.

Lucy & Don

Honesty is important to me. Honesty with those around me, but more importantly, with myself. What I truly appreciate about First UU is that I am not only encouraged to honestly develop my own spiritual beliefs, I am supported in doing so. No one is telling me what to believe. Instead, inspiration has been provided from diverse perspectives from the pulpit, courses, workshops, and dialog with other members and friends. For me, I am also inspired by so many of our traditional belief systems so wonderfully expressed by our wonderful chancel window!

Dennis

I like going to First UU because I know everyone there and they are friendly. I know the building well so I don’t get lost and it is fun to play hide and seek. My RE class is small without too many kids so I feel like I can get to know them well. There is a time in the service when the kids go up front to hear a story, I enjoy listening to the stories. I would recommend First UU to other kids because it is a fun place.

Amelia

At First UU, I have found an institution which does not pelt me with answers to existential questions, but which provides me opportunities to seek answers to them in a community of open-minded people as well as ways to pursue social justice in the larger community.

Georgia

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