As we say goodbye to summer and hello to fall, we have our own First UU hellos and goodbyes. This past Sunday we had a wonderful Pathways to Membership class, and will be welcoming in four new members soon! We also officially say goodbye to Rev. Amanda Hays next Sunday, the 28th. Join us as … Continue reading Friday News – September 19, 2025
Among the many new changes this year, We are excited to welcome Paisha Thomas as our new Justice and Equity Student Minister! Paisha is a student at the Methodist Theological School of Ohio and so will be doing her field education with us for the next year. She will be focusing on equity and inclusion … Continue reading Friday News – September 12, 2025
I love the feeling of a full church on Sunday! Friends greeting friends, families with all generations coming together, shy visitors and new seekers — it’s the sound of people needing community, and relishing it. I can’t wait to see you all on our Ingathering Sunday when we begin our new church year. Please bring the … Continue reading Friday News – September 5, 2025
Whether it’s the church’s Labor Day Retreat, a simple nature walk, or a cookout with family and friends, I hope you have something exciting planned for this holiday weekend! Kids are back in school, and First UU is gearing up for another year of fun and deep connection! Some exciting new programs are coming up … Continue reading Friday News – August 29, 2025
After weeks of being away from church recovering from hip replacement surgery I am so looking forward to seeing people again on Sunday! Over the last year, I have enjoyed taking a deep dive into this congregation’s history, decade by decade, with the archives team. I’ll be sharing some of the themes which have emerged … Continue reading Friday News – August 22, 2025
Dear First UU, If you have not yet heard, I have some big news to share with you: I will soon end my time at First UU as your Justice Minister. I am so grateful for you! I could not have asked for a better community in which to work, grow, and learn during the … Continue reading Friday News – August 15, 2025
Thank you to everyone who helped put together 100 backpacks for local children preparing for the new school year! While families prepare for school, First UU Staff is busy finalizing plans and gearing up for the official start to a new church year. Here is some of what you can look forward to! This Sunday, … Continue reading Friday News – August 8, 2025
I hope you will join me and Jacques Angelino this Sunday for a whole-church justice project and service! We will discuss how our UU values support acts of service before working together to fill 100 backpacks with school supplies for local children in need! See you there! 🙂 Rev. Amanda Hays Justice Minister Upcoming Events … Continue reading Friday News – August 1, 2025
One of the great privileges of being a minister is helping loved ones grieve a loss. Performing memorial services gives me an opportunity to learn about the person who died in greater depth, and to assist their loved ones in remembering stories, capturing the meaning of the life lost. I’m a firm believer that this … Continue reading Friday News – July 18, 2025
Happy Friday The School for Young Children (SYC), an outreach program of the church, has been operating for 55 years, enrolling an average of 150 2-5 year old children. Many may not know that SYC was founded here because another pre-school program in Clintonville refused to allow black children to attend. From its inception, the … Continue reading Friday News – July 11, 2025
