Happy Friday!

First UU is remarkable in the number of people who have been inspired from here to serve Unitarian Universalism, whether in the ministry, UUA staff or volunteer positions. We will hear from two of them this fall! Carey McDonald, son of our former Music Director, Tony McDonald (sadly deceased), will be preaching on Sunday, October 20. Carey is the Executive Vice President of the UUA, as well as a city council member in Malden, MA. Eric Dawson, son of Dick and Karen Dawson, is a social innovator as well as a UU Minister. He’ll be joining us November 10. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from those who credit First UU as an important part of their formation!

Blessings,

Rev. Terasa

Developmental Minister

Wild and Spooky

Fall Festival

for the Whole Family

This Sunday after church you can buy $5 wristbands at the Fall Festival table. Come enjoy face painting, pumpkin carving, costume contest, a haunted forest, bouncy obstacle course, musical treat trek, silent auction, and more. At that price, bring your whole family and invite your neighbors!

Make the Wild and Spooky Fall Festival on October 19 from 4 to 9 a fun-filled, family adventure. There is still time to volunteer and, of course, to get those valuable wristbands.

TONIGHT!

Friday, October 11 6:30pm

18+ only. Childcare provided

Join us in Beach Hall for an exciting evening of Bingo!

For just $25 ($5 per game), you can enjoy a full night of fun and the chance to win big.

Concessions are available at reasonable prices: Indulge in snacks and treats for $2 each!

(Light Breakfast available at 8:30)

It’s not too late to sign up!

Are you curious about how to become a member of First UU? Are you considering becoming a member, but just not sure yet? Are you wondering about how to connect and engage with this community? Pathways to Membership is for you!

Email our Pathways to Membership teamfor more information or Register online! >>>

Carpe Diem at First UU!

Sunday, October 13 at 2:00 pm

Join us as we welcome Carpe Diem String Quartet for their first concert of the year in our first Concert Series event of 2024–25! First UU members receive a $10 discount for tickets, or a $40 discount for all 4 concerts. Get tickets online at csdq.org. This concert, titled “Ubuntu”, features a world premiere by Columbus composer Mark Lomax II, as well as works by Prokofiev, Gibson, and Arensky.

Requesting YOUR Chalice Art!

Have you made any chalice art? Please consider sending an image of it to me to use on our new Order of Worship Covers, in Friday’s News, and other First UU materials! (The more the merrier!)

–Becca Morse, Office Manager

Get into Good Trouble with Pens, Phones, and Feet!

After services Sunday, October 13

Good Troublemakers, come to the Democracy & Human Rights table to record all your “Good Trouble” for UU the Vote. Help us record all the phone calls, texts, voter registrations, canvassing, post cards, and letters done outside of First UU to report to UU the vote.

So far, our “Good Trouble” numbers are: 350 postcards and letters, 41,873 texts, 0 phone calls, 197 door knocks, 230 ballot petition signatures, and 11 voter registrations. Share your efforts with us. It’s not too late to be involved. As John Lewis said:

Come help write postcards to support Issue 1, the Citizens not Politicians amendment aimed at disrupting gerrymandering in Ohio. The ballot language is intentionally confusing, so the postcards make a big difference!

Available to help sort and distribute? Ask Jacques Angelino for more Info!

Fall is the season for House meetings, or “Listening Sessions,” when Leaders in BREAD congregations ask their members to discuss problems that have weighed on their heart this past year. Sign up for one of First UU’s listening sessions at the JAM table in Beach Hall after church, or email our First UU Bread Team to sign up. To invest in BREAD’s work for justice and to learn more, check out breadcolumbus.com.

Serenity Flow: A Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Class

Saturdays beginning October 12, 10:30–11:30am in Beach Hall

Join Serenity Flow Yoga with Liz Mannon for a trauma-sensitive yoga class designed to cultivate a safe and supportive space for healing. This class focuses on building a strong mind-body connection through gentle movements and mindful breathing.

Whether you’re new to yoga or seeking a practice that honors your personal healing journey, Serenity Flow offers a compassionate approach to restore balance and inner peace.

Cost: Suggested $5–$10/Class by Cash or Venmo to instructor

No need to sign up in advance, classes are drop-in!

T-Co Islands Restaurant

4466 Cleveland Ave

Anti-Racist Allies will be having lunch at T-Co Islands Haitian restaurant. We’ll gather in the lobby after the service for carpooling. This lunch is a continuation of our monthly excursions to BIPOC-owned area restaurants, sponsored by the ARA. All are welcome!

Red Oak’s Magical Fundraising Machine!

Have you stopped by the vending machine in Beach Hall? It’s a fundraising project run by the students at Red Oak Community School! Kids choose what goes in the machine and set the prices, and they also stock the machine and perform weekly inventory. The student body also chooses how to spend the funds they raise, with their sights currently set on play area improvements – including an inclusive treehouse! Donations are accepted via cash or Venmo.

Now Hiring Dishwashers!

Earn money washing breakfast dishes and coffee mugs on Sundays (plus occasional opportunities for other special events). Per Ohio law, teens must be age 14+ to be eligible for paid employment.

We especially need Dishwashers on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month!

Email Becca if you are interested in learning more!