How we move within in a space, how we move within our environment is not entirely our decision. It coincides with how the space was designed, how it exists either as an aid or a barrier to our movements. Often, too often, the world around us impedes a person’s ability to move as they need … Continue reading Access is Love
First Unitarian Universalist Church of Columbus is saddened and angered by the Ohio House and Senate’s decision to override the governor’s veto to pass House Bill 68, which creates overwhelming barriers for trans youth in Ohio to access gender-affirming health care and school sports. As Unitarian Universalists, we believe in the inherent worth and dignity … Continue reading Friday News – January 26, 2024
Dear Friends, The work of discernment, deep connection with UU theology, and exploring what it means to be a Unitarian Universalist continues. In November, the Article II Study Commission released its Final Proposed Revision to Article II of UUA Bylaws for review and discussion. Since then, UUs have shared feedback and developed proposals for amendments … Continue reading UUA News – January 2024
Happy Friday! Brrrrrrrrr!!!! I hope you all have been able to find times of warmth and cozy this past week. Times of snow fall always bring me into a time of reflection and introspection as I look out my window and try to focus on one flake at a time. I find that I’m often … Continue reading Friday News – January 19, 2024
Dear Friends, The new year is opening before us, and we send warm wishes from the UUA. As we move into January, we are preparing for an important annual tradition: marking 30 Days of Love from Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on January 15 through Valentine’s Day on February 14. Offered each year by the … Continue reading UUA News – January 2024
Happy New Year, First UU! I am back from some much-needed leave during the holiday season. Thanks for your patience and understanding with me and all of our staff as we are being intentional in taking time to rest after the wild ride of the past few years. I’m glad to say that coming back … Continue reading Friday News – January 12, 2024
Happy Friday and welcome to 2024! Every New Year I find myself wondering how in the world it could already be a new year?! I inevitably find myself thinking about all of what I wanted to accomplish in the previous year, and I’m sometimes disappointed with myself for not meeting all of my expectations. I … Continue reading Friday News – January 5, 2024
Labyrinth walking is an ancient practice used by many different faiths for spiritual centering, contemplation, and prayer. We will be hosting the “Chartres Cathedral Labyrinth” again this holiday season (December 26th – January 1st in the Worship Center. The schedule for its availability is: Thursday – Saturday, December 26th-28th: 2–6pm Tuesday, December 31st (New Years Eve): … Continue reading Walk the Labyrinth
Happy Friday! Here we are at the brink of Christmas – It’s hard to believe how time has flown by during my first five months with you. I’ve enjoyed getting to know many of you, and look forward to more! Over the holidays all staff will be taking the week between Christmas and New Year’s … Continue reading Friday News – December 22, 2023
Happy Friday! Thank you all for you very kind Caring Card and messages in sympathy for my grandpa’s passing. My grandpa was one of the most important people in my life – I like to say that we were soul buddies. His passing has left a huge hole in our family, but it will be filled … Continue reading Friday News – December 15, 2023
