Archives: Services

Stories for the Resistance

Speaker: Hayden Nevill  Lay Leader: Laura Volmert Music: Marsha Sousa
“We live in capitalism. Its power seems inescapable. So did the divine right of kings. Any human power can be resisted and changed by human beings. Resistance and change often begin in art, and very often in our art, the … read more.

Faith and Pride

Speaker: Becca Bernard Lay Leader: Gavyn Shepard Music: Marsha Sousa
The cacophony of conservative religious voices condemning queer people can be overwhelming, but these voices are not the only religious perspective. Many faith traditions are strongly supportive of queer and trans people, affirming that the sacred dwells in all people … read more.

What Cannot Be Fixed Can Still Be Held

Speaker: Erin Keiper Lay Leader: Cam Leonard Music: Marsha Sousa
Not all pain has a solution, but all pain deserves space and care. In a “it’s fine” culture that often encourages us to move on or stay silent, this message will explore the importance of naming grief and creating … read more.

Unity of Community – May Pole Dance

Speaker: UU Pagans Lay Leader: Molly Murray Music: Marsha Sousa
The pagan Maypole ritual, involves dancing around a pole decorated with flowers and ribbons, symbolizing the connection between the earth, sky, and the cyclical nature of life. Dancers weave in and out of the ribbons, creating complex patterns that represent … read more.

It’s About Time

Speaker: Eric Muehling Lay Leader: Alison Carter Music: Jessica Curtis
When time feels like it’s standing still — we’re living in the moment. Capture each moment, and later reflect on each moment to find deeper meaning in your life.

 

The Gifts of Generosity

Minister: Becca Bernard Lay Leader: John Davies Music: Jessica Curtis
As UUFF kicks off its annual pledge drive, we reflect on the many gifts we both give and receive
when we live into our Unitarian Universalist value of generosity. During this service, we will also
welcome several new members … read more.

Looking Forward

Speaker: Molly Murray/UUFF Board Lay Leader: Molly Murray Music: Marsha Sousa
From children entering our doors to emerging adults moving into the next phase of life. These are the transitions that are pivotal in a young person’s life.  This service will be a short ritual followed by our annual meeting.

 

Cognitive Distortions

Speaker: Silvia Daeumichen Lay Leader: Laura Volmert Music: Marsha Sousa
Cognitive distortions are inaccurate or unhelpful thought patterns that can increase our misery, fuel our anxiety, and cause low self-esteem and depression. All humans are prone to them; they are a result of various factors such as past experiences, upbringing, … read more.