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The Web of Life

“The Web of Life”

Speaker: Susan Grace  Lay Leader: Molly Murray  Music: Susan Grace
We are all a part of the web of Life on this beautiful planet we call home. Join us as we celebrate the Earth and all her beings! This is a multigenerational service and all children will … read more.

Our Attention Is a Gift

Speaker: Rev. Becca Bernard  Lay Leader: Gavyn Shepard  Music: Mariana Beks
We’re living in a time of chaotic and convulsive changes that too easily monopolize our attention. How can we reclaim the gift of our attention and redirect it towards the things we love and want to see grow in … read more.

Pivot Point

Speaker: Jill Gates     Lay Leader: Silvia Daeumichen    Music: Mariana Beks

Drawing from her personal journey, Jill explores the Christian concept of “redemption from sin” as a lived process of realignment, integrating emotion, thought, and spiritual wisdom. Through the “Pivot Point” model, she offers a … read more.

The Softness and the Scar

Speaker: Jodi Herman-Dority  Lay Leader: Eric Muehling  Music: Marsha Sousa

In The Softness and the Scar, we explore both how learned survival strategies can overshadow our capacity for compassion, and how the kindness of others can gradually reopen what was once closed. This message invites us … read more.

You Are Always Doing Your Best

Speaker: Raif Johnson-Kennedy  Lay Leader: Jodi-Herman Dority Music: Marsha Sousa
Raif Johnson-Kennedy will explore the idea that everyone is always doing their best. As life constantly pulls us in multiple directions we must navigate our paths. Forgiveness for ourselves and for others while braving these journeys will also be discussed.

Anthesteria

Speaker: Gavyn Shepard  Lay Leader: Molly Murray Music: Marsha Sousa

Anthesteria is a three-day Ancient Greek holiday celebrating the god Dionysus, the opening of the new casks of wine from the season just past, celebrating the literal fruits of your labor, that is, the new wine, and to welcome the … read more.

Box of Chocolates

Speakers: Various UUFF Folks  Coordinator: Jana Peirce Music: Marsha Sousa
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, join us to reflect on the many ways love gives meaning to our lives far beyond romance and flowers. In keeping with tradition, we’ve asked an assortment of people to share their thoughts – … read more.