Board Welcome Rev. Kathleen Fowler
Opening Hymn #143 “Not in Vain the Distance Beacons”
Centering Words Rev. Dr. Terasa Cooley
Congregational Greeting
Bringing in the Light “On My Way” Nathan Hamm
by Mary Youngblood (In celebration of Indigenous People’s Day)
Chalice Lighting by Debra Burrell
Time for All Ages The Dark Gabe McDonald
written by Lemony Snicket
and illustrated by Jon Klassen
Affirming Our Children #396 “I Know This Rose Will Open”
Share the Plate Offering TransOhio
Offertory “Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events”
(excerpts) by Thomas Newman
Conversation from the Heart Pat Snyder
Pastoral Meditation A House for Our Dreams by Dori Somers
Choral Anthem “I Dream a World” Spirit of Life Choir
music by Andre J. Thomas, words by Langston Hughes
Reading The Fourth Turning (excerpt)
by William Strauss & Neil Howe
Meditative Hymn #1011 “Return Again”
Sermon “Braving the Wilderness” Rev. Dr. Terasa Cooley
Closing Hymn #140 “Hail the Glorious Golden City”
Benediction
Extinguishing the Chalice
Choral Benediction “We Walk in Love”
by Deanna Witkowski & Lemuel Colon
Announcements
for the week of 10/11/2026
Today! 2026 Fall Engagement Fair at 10 and Noon Come meet representatives from the Groups and Teams that make up the First UU Family. Pick up a First UU Passport and win prizes by getting stamps at each table!
Today! BREAD Listening Session Come get to know each other and help BREAD determine their justice work for the coming year. Listening Sessions today and October 18. Register at the JAM table or email our BREAD team!
Today! Democracy Action Hour: writing Postcards to voters.
Today! Rising Young Adults (Age 18-24) meet at 12:30 Join us on the 2nd & 4th Sundays of each month. Meeting topics include self care, fundraising plans, and other “How to Adult” topics. Presentations from community members welcome – Email us for more info!
Final Board Listening Session (RSVP) Wednesday, October 14, 7pm
Strategic Planning Workshop Saturday, October 17, 9 am – noon All are invited to the morning session of a special strategic planning workshop facilitated by the Rev. Byron Tyler Coles, and Cassandra Montenegro, our UUA Regional representatives. Register on Realm (No login required)
First UU was awarded the GreenSpot Award by the City of Columbus in recognition of our environmental accomplishments. On November 15 we will hold an eco-themed service, host a reception and celebrate!
Volunteers needed for our family programs! We are seeking friendly faces for one or two Sundays a month to act as classroom assistants, substitutes, teen/tween friendly teachers/advisors, or special needs aides. Email Amber to get involved! Background check required.
Childcare is now Available during Spirit of Life Choir rehearsals on Tuesday evenings beginning at 6:45 pm. Want to join? Email Bruno Bush!
Find details in this week’s Friday’s News and
check our online calendar for upcoming events!